Bogie & Bemis by Bryn Roar is a middle-grade novel that artfully blends magical realism with heartfelt storytelling. Set across contrasting landscapes—Appalachian Maine and gritty New York City—the book tells the story of Humphrey “Bogie” Balsam, a towering, gentle young man emotionally frozen in childhood,...

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,...

In Michael Coolwood's Is That An Aura of Wild Magic Engulfing You, Or Are You Just Pleased to See Me?, the lead character, Laceco, suffers emotional pain that manifests itself in strange ways and is highly contagious to others. Its origin remains a mystery as...

Millionaire Janitor by Lorn Bergstresser is a compelling story that follows Horatio Jefferson, a man raised by a determined single mother who instilled in him the values of respect and hard work. Through Horatio's journey, readers will learn important financial and moral lessons about life....

Mondays Forever by Ron Young is simply a beautiful love story that stands the test of time, defies social conventions, and goes beyond to create a legacy that touches countless lives, opening doors of opportunity for many to dream, grow, and thrive. Jessica and Rachel...

Paintings of Amelia by Darius Omar tells the story of Lila and Ali, a young, newlywed Persian couple undergoing unexpected challenges that impact their faith and moral code. Their tale unfolds in Chabahar, Iran, where cultural norms and arranged marriages often conflict with individual freedoms....

Ain't No Way This Is Real: Began as Brothers, Ended as Strangers by Maximiliano Moreno Sastre is a poignant story about two boys whose amazing friendship ultimately ended in pain. From the moment they met in ninth grade, the boys clicked. Despite their differences, they...

The Noema Cycle by Salvatore Cataudella is a smart and thought-provoking collection of sci-fi stories set in a future where the line between human minds and artificial intelligence is starting to disappear. Each story works on its own, but they all connect through the mysterious...

Mountain View by Otis West is a literary coming-of-age novel steeped in nostalgia and quiet melancholy, set in 1980s suburban California. Returning home for the summer after his first year at Berkeley, Colin finds himself adrift in a sea of fading friendships, unresolved feelings, and...

There's a Glob on my Wing by Marion Joile Lincoln tells the story of her daughter’s sexual abuse. Lincoln describes how her daughter struggled emotionally from the time she was very young. Even when she was just two and a half years old, she showed...