In Random Musings of the Left Hemisphere, Mike Joyner reviews his socioeconomic position and shares his views on policy, politics, and news stories that have emerged over the last eight years. The sections are labeled, and some include posts from social media when opinions and...

Render Me Bountiful is a collection of inspiring poetry by Pamela K. Yarborough. It is divided into Rhapsody, Stars and Dust, and Labyrinth. I find the poem Butterfly particularly uplifting, celebrating one of the wonders of nature as follows, "Tall Ivory towers, meteorite showers/ Amazed...

Rightsizing Nations by David Lockwood is a nonfiction political government book. He uses five terms to help explain the reasoning for rightsizing a nation. He talks about warfare, the cost of national defense, free trade, the level of income inequality, and government. David explains why...

Rise of the Oathbreakers by David (D.B.) McCrea is a true crime story detailing just how bad policing can be in the USA. We’re all aware of some of the recent stories about law enforcement, but this book will open your eyes even further. This...

Restore Our Democracy: The Case for Equality and Justice by Werner Neff is an extremely important book. In five major parts, it covers everything a US citizen needs to know about American democracy, its crisis, and the way to repair it. Part 1 deals with...

Eric L. Heard in Reflections of an Anxious African American Dad recounts his early years (childhood to high school) in an effort to lay the groundwork for the life education of his grade school son. Mr. Heard writes that he may have overreacted to his...

Remodel Your Kitchen Without Going Bonkers or Broke by Jim Molinelli is the lay person's guide to a huge home improvement project armed with the expertise of an experienced professional. Molinelli applies a straightforward and comfortable directive as he walks readers through a five-part process...

Rethink: Smashing the Myths of Women in Business by Andi Simon is a non-fiction resource that delves into the universal mindset about women in positions of leadership and provides an inspirational study on women who have been able to shatter the myths and move the...

Roommates: The Trials and Tribulations of Cohabitation by Sam Bracey is a fantastic story that resonated with me. In this memoir, the author takes readers on a hilarious ride through his formative years and what it meant for him to live with roommates. Starting with...

Roar: Ten Simple and Easy Methods on How To Be Successful in Public Speaking by Mike Harris is the self-help book you need before your next public speech. The author outlines 10 basic ways to improve communicating in public. This book isn't directed at professional...