Daisy is Shy, and That’s Okay by Lindsay DeRollo is a picture book dedicated to those who are quiet and shy. It tells the story of Daisy, a polar bear who is very quiet and shy. She has a best friend, Penelope, who is extroverted...

Black Yéʼii: The Evil One by Joseph Lewis is a gripping thriller that follows the deadly consequences of a secret that was never meant to be revealed. When four members of the MS-13 gang died under mysterious circumstances, the truth was buried to protect those...

The Tiger and The Mystic Warrior by Stephanie Teer is a children’s fantasy novel, the second in the League Warrior series. The story follows League Warrior Mateo Reyes as he and his team battle the Dark Order to protect the Golden Portal. With the addition...

It Came Even to Me by Drew Hill delves into the complexities of reconciling religious faith with contemporary views on sexuality. Set in a small town in Georgia, the story follows a pastor struggling to maintain his convictions while navigating the turmoil within his family,...

It’s Not All Fake is a contemporary romance novel by Sarah Towns. Liam Wright, a successful investment firm owner, despite his initial irritation, agrees to participate in a few sessions with life coach Chloe Middleton out of a sense of duty to his mother. Used...

In The Revolt Against Nothingness, Iuri Macedo Piovezan explores Albert Camus' philosophical theory of absurdity. The author also highlights its relevance in the twenty-first century. His book offers an in-depth examination of Camus' early writings on absurdism and discusses the theorist's notions about our futile...

Shani T. Night's Do I Belong? follows the story of a young boy named Leo. He lives in a small, bustling town, and from the outside, nothing sets him apart from any other kid except for his round-framed glasses. They make him feel different from...

The birch tree is the center of life and has stood faithfully near the house from year to year. In January, it has to brave the cold with bare branches as all its leaves are shed during the autumn. In February things get better, and...

The Best Summer Guest is the first book in the Jonty Series by Tuula Pere. Jonty's parents need some time to talk when they go on a trip, but before they leave, they take Jonty to Grandma Gladys's house. He doesn't like being away from...

A Bluebird’s Memories by Tuula Pere is a charming animal story for children. In this story, Grandma Bluebird is delighted to have her grandchildren come for a visit. They love spending time with her because she always tells wonderful stories about her life with their...

Mr. Cannelloni's Circus by Tuula Pere is an adventure story aimed at children ages 7 and up. It’s a chapter book with colorful, detailed pictures and circus adventures. The Cannelloni circus has been in the business for a hundred years, started by Mr. Cannelloni's great-grandfather....

Jacob is about to become a big brother. His mom is pregnant, and the family is expecting a new baby in the house soon. Jacob couldn't be more excited. He wants the baby to be healthy. However, his parents seem to be worried a lot...

Pearl's Life (Pearl Books #2) by Tuula Pere is a book about family. Jacob is a big brother to Pearl, and he loves being exactly that. Jacob doesn’t care that his sister has physical limitations, or that she has to go to the doctor so...

The theme of Pearl, Our Butterfly by Tuula Pere is to offer children a different way of seeing things. Helping a child understand death is one of life's greatest challenges. The notion of losing a loved one is often incomprehensible to a young mind. When...

Raising Women is an interactive novel by Shannon Waite. The book puts the reader in the place of the main character, making each turn of the page a conscious decision. At a gas station, you meet a young woman a little older than you. The...

Joie Lesin's The Passenger is a captivating tale set in the 1940s. The protagonist is Elizabeth Reilly, a young widow who can communicate with the dead. She meets a kindly senior man, Paolo Clemente, and witnesses his death. His ghost desperately needs Elizabeth's help to...

Acorn Party by Audrey Sauble introduces young readers to the wonders of nature while helping to strengthen their counting skills. The book takes a creative approach to learning. We meet adorable animal friends along the way. Instead of continuing directly from one to ten, the...

Sea Glass Kids: Problems in the Ocean by Leslee Flanagan is a lovely and captivating educational children’s book about environmental conservation. The book depicts three adorable kids, Isabella, Olivia, and Jake. Isabella and Olivia learn about sea glass and the danger to sea animals thanks...

Under the Family Tree by Gary Feinstein is a riveting young adult coming-of-age novel that navigates the tumultuous waters of adolescence, family secrets, and the quest for self-identity. The story revolves around Dakota Lodi, a high school sophomore accustomed to a life of upheaval and...

The Evolution of Nora O'Brien Pacheco by Kevin O'Flaherty is a coming-of-age story with themes of travel, friends and family, and peer influence. Teenage Nora goes from her home country Spain to a summer boarding school in Wales. She makes friends, discovers a mystery that...