Soap City by Gary C. McAuley is a quirky and wild novel set in a fictional small town in Oregon, where nothing ever seems normal—and that’s the fun of it. The story follows the eccentric Van Halen family and a mix of colorful town characters...

All That Remains by Jane Darby revolves around the fractured relationship of Anna and Richard following the death of their son, Ben. Anna stays at their rural home, nursing grief and isolation, while Richard battles a collapsing career and turmoil in the city. Richard’s downward...

Peace Like A River by Scott Gould explores the sometimes difficult yet intense relationship between fathers and sons. Gould's story is so beautiful that words cannot fully capture its depth, grace, and impact in a world where the emotional vulnerability and nuances of this filial...

Smooth Hard by L. I. ter Meulen is a lyrical, emotionally charged novel that examines the entanglements of desire, identity, and legacy. We’re with Alec, once a seductive gigolo who carved his identity from rough beginnings into an irresistible enigma. As he lies dying of...

Zebra by Jill Wallace is a poignant and powerful coming-of-age adventure that traces the arc of a rare friendship set against the brutal backdrop of apartheid South Africa. Jock, a white hotel owner's son, and Papin, a Zulu teen from a nearby village, form a...

In Hide by Robert John Bonney, Seb felt overwhelmed by environmental challenges that were out of his control and the realities of adapting to a changing climate. As a member of the Green Club at his school, Seb urged his family to avoid ordering more...

With His Words I'm Not Alone by Lucas Ryker is a captivating story. Noel is a struggling author who has personal fears—touch aversion and loneliness—and professional setbacks, including poor book sales, that are turned upside down when a stranger, Faded, begins messaging him and calls...

Rhymes of a Family Man by E. A. Coe is a heartfelt collection of poems and illustrations that celebrates life’s simple joys, family bonds, and cherished memories. The collection encourages parents to embrace their inner child and take time to play with their kids. From opening Christmas...

Among the Beautiful Beasts by Lori McMullen is a historical journey told in the first-person voice of Marjory Stoneman Douglas. But it is also the story of Miami. In its infancy, Miami, Florida, in 1919, began growing with all the awkwardness of a petulant child....

When the Hummingbirds Danced in a Honeysuckle Sky by Patrick E. Craig is a moving and emotionally layered story of love, regret, and redemption. Josie Winters, a faded country music star, finds herself grappling not only with cancer but with the painful echoes of a...