Courage in Capital City by NG Avant is, at its core, a romance. Yet, its plot and characters awaken us to the pressing social issues of violence against women and sex trafficking that are so relevant in today’s world. Calista Caldwell works in local government...

Caramel and Steel by Long Temple follows Marlie, a 53-year-old divorcee, who is ready to date again after creating a dating app profile. She meets Trunk, a 55-year-old psychologist, and they build a deep connection, moving from early dates to a committed relationship. Simultaneously, Marlie...

Conditional Love by L.A. Arbuckle is a gripping and intense novel that dives into the heart of a family in crisis. The story centers on Neva Stevenson and her three children as they try to survive a night of terror at the hands of Neva’s...

Set in rural Minnesota and New York in the 1970s, Candlewood by Evelyn Ann Casey is an evocative tale that centers on Margaret Joyce (Meg), a resilient young teacher. Following a work-related strike, she is offered a job by her pastor. Her duties include providing...

Helena P. Schrader's Cold Victory is book 3 of the Bridge to Tomorrow series about the Berlin Airlift during the post-war period of 1948 -1949. A well-written summary of the first two novels, Cold Peace and Cold War, is provided. As a result, I was...

Consumed in Capital City by N.G. Avant is a raw and resonant debut novel that blends political drama with a deeply personal story of growth, ambition, and emotional reckoning. Calista Caldwell lands her dream job in the heart of Capital City's political machine, but the...

Chick Singer by Lorraine Devon Wilke is a heartfelt, emotionally nuanced novel about music, motherhood, and the complicated legacy of dreams deferred. Libby Conlin once chased rock-and-roll stardom in the 1980s but now lives a quieter life. That is until her recently divorced daughter, Bridget,...

Counting Crows by Neda Aria follows the story of an Iranian immigrant woman in America seeking closure from her past. At first glance, Tina Pahlavi has it all. She is a successful artist living in Manhattan with her loving husband, working on her latest art...

Corruption in Capital City is the second book in N.G. Avant's Capital City series. The protagonist is Calista Caldwell, the quick-witted, recently rehired political assistant of Councillor Ralph Mastronzo. Amid the new election year, Ralph is as demanding as ever and eager to secure his...

Coffee Klatch by Lorrie McCabe is a captivating read for fans of drama, women's, and historical fiction. Ella Schmidt is a new neighbor in the rapidly developing Levittown, New York. Living next door, Jane Flynn immediately takes Ella under her wing. Jane invites Ella to...