Recovering Maurice by Martin Zelder is a somber journey of self-analysis as Maurice Obster, a nondescript sixty-something professor, looks back at his unremarkable life marked with trauma, self-doubt, and frustration. To a great extent, Maurice’s life and his struggles began with the devastating childhood trauma...

Rowboat by Daran Marcella is a spare, aching novella that shows all the emotional wreckage of a life unraveling. It's a story that's told through a series of nonlinear, poetic fragments, and we find ourselves following a young man as he spirals through illness, addiction,...

Real Aussies: John’s Heartbreak by Jezbon is a raw and heartfelt coming-of-age journey set against the nostalgic backdrop of late 70s and early 80s Sydney. John, a successful car salesman and devoted father, is on the brink of securing the dealership that symbolizes everything he's...

Replays: Short Stories by a Jersey Guy by Gary Hawthorn takes readers on a captivating journey through New Jersey's suburban landscape. This collection of stories centered around life in suburban Trenton and its surroundings captures the essence of everyday life through a lens of humor,...

River Crossed by Bruce P. Spang is a richly detailed and thought-provoking novel set in the 1960s, a time of great societal upheaval and change in America. The story follows the protagonist, Jason, as he takes a position with the Head Start program in rural...

Rescuing Whiskey’s Salvation by Chrissy Hartmann is a heartfelt romance set around a Salvation Shelter in a small town in Texas called Whiskey. The main characters are Evie Mae Stockton, Felix Montgomery, Griff Bryant, and Jack Barleyshot. The author allows the characters to dictate the...

In Rainbows and Lollipops, author Mo Fanning introduces us to Victoria, who was born Victor, and is now the senior partner of the second-largest law firm in Birmingham. She is friends with Jake who came out when he was a teenager but has recently lost...

RoboWok by Axel T. Harper is a thought-provoking literary novel that delves into the intersecting lives of four distinct characters whose worlds are transformed by an automated cooking device. At the heart of the story is David, a successful but directionless entrepreneur searching for purpose;...

Renovation by Leslie Abner is a relatable exploration of self-discovery, ambition, and the complexities of relationships. The novel follows Skylar, a young interior designer navigating the early stages of her career while trying to balance her personal life, particularly her marriage to Neil. Skylar’s aspirations...

Reunion by the Lake by James Gilbert is a deeply moving and reflective story of a family facing the imminent death of a loved one. Richard Collins, in the final days of his life, wishes to see his three sons, Seth, Deck, and Nick, to...