The Dr. Seuss quote at the beginning of Things of Little Consequence introduces aspects of the book’s theme. John Casey contends that complex questions—often with questionable motives—should be answered with direct, honest simplicity. Little consequence refers to common perceptions deemed to be culturally insignificant that...

Why do people climb mountains? For generations, some humans have chosen to venture where no ordinary mortal should go. Despite the danger of avalanches, hypoxia, and getting trapped, they still hunger to reach the summit and conquer the mountain. In Reflections on Mountaineering: A Journey...

Pearls of Light: Passion, Poetry and Positive Affirmations by Andrew Pacholyk is a shining collection that effortlessly weaves together the realms of verse, feeling, and uplifting affirmations. This is a heartfelt journey that embraces readers with its poetic verses while guiding them toward self-discovery, empowerment,...

Believe: A Poetry Collection by Denise Alicea is a highly romantic, sumptuous celebration of a beautiful world vision. There is something irresistible and irrepressible about poetry written with the pure intention of lifting people’s spirits and making the world a better place, and Alicea rises...

Escape to Pelican Lake is a collection of poems, lyrics, and short stories by Will Reuhl. This book is inspired by the author's fun summers at Big Pelican Lake with his family and explores life's randomness. He talks about spending time with his loved ones,...

Children searching for their place in the world of art are usually faced with the dilemma of how to express themselves. They are often made to believe that art should be created or presented in a certain manner. Edgar Degas once said, “Art is not...

SOCOBY: State Or Condition Of Being Young by James W. O'Clock with illustrations by Peter Dane O’Clock tells a moral tale about choosing between good and evil. Socoby (So-kah-bee) is the name of the story's main character. The young Socoby travels on a path with...

My Neglected Gods is a collection of narrative poems and thoughts by Joanne Nelson. They give details about old memories and daily activities. She talks about her earliest memory of going to the park in a yellow stroller with her brother Dale, learning to swim...

With She Bleeds Sestinas, Rebecca Jane invites readers on a spiritual voyage. This enthralling collection of poems offers a unique poetic blend of the French verse form and an aura found in ancient Eastern yoga practices that opens the door to a journey of transformation,...

OCEAN is a collection of inspirational poems and poetic stories where Anastasia Lindsey takes readers on a healing journey inspired by her life experiences. The book opens with a lover showing regret over their failure to console and protect their partner from hurting. In another...