It’s A Dog’s Life by Barkolomew Twain, curated by JJ Roberts, is a uniquely imaginative and humorous exploration of the canine mind. Presented as a collection of translated works from Barkolomew, also known as “Bark,” a philosophical rescue dog, the book offers a glimpse into...

The Madness by W.W. Hennemann starts with Devon-7. He had read the ancient books and knew about love, sex, and marriage – reserved only for the Reproductive Caste – and the knowledge was driving him mad with released desire. He considered resuming his daily Morning...

The Devil's Berries by Patti Flinn follows Louis-Benoit Zamor, a Black enslaved man who grew up in the opulent, dangerous world of Versailles as Madame du Barry’s page. He learns to maneuver through court politicking and keep secrets to survive the ambitions of those around...

For Lucas "Luke" Millikan Burnett, life as a freshman at Stone Canyon Prep, an all-boys school in Southern California, was anything but smooth. Apart from dealing with Lance ‘D-Rex’ Drexx, the class bully, he grapples with academic pressure and the loss of his mother. However,...

Lunch Tales: Teagan by Lucille Guarino is the second in a projected four-book series on sisters in a small-town suburb of New York City. The setting is contemporary, and the story covers a dramatic one-year-or-so period in Teagan’s life. She is an educated woman in...

In Ponytail by Caitlin K. Murphy, Amanda Greene is the newest and only female detective in the Oakville Police Department. An assault incident in a local park prompts Amanda to investigate. The nature of the attack appears to be personal, as the victim’s ponytail was...

The Belly of the Anaconda by C. Arthur Ellis, Jr. blends history and fiction, offering a vivid portrait of New Orleans during the Civil War. The story focuses on Rachel Durand, a widow whose life has been shattered by war. As Union troops take control...

The Little Men by Ami Tikekar follows Amitarth/Ami, an introverted IT professional in Pune, as he moves through the routines, relationships, and hierarchies within a mid-sized tech company. Through his friendship with Prabhu and his growing connection with colleague Mitali, Ami becomes increasingly involved in...

Wayward: The Valley War by Antonio Journie is book one in the Wayward Series. Journie holds readers’ attention with great one-liners, equally dark and compelling characters, and heavy moments that add depth and symmetry to the story. I finished reading Wayward in a few days...

Prayers on the Shower Door by Phyllis McNaughton follows Therese, a woman determined to recover her lost childhood memories. On the surface, she has built a beautiful life for herself. She has a secure marriage to Paul, a great job as a social worker, and...