While preparing for a party with her second husband, Ryan, and JD, her son from her first marriage, American-Iranian Darya finds a stack of love notes in her storage room that reminds her of her first husband and everything they went through. The reader is...

This is Not a Vampire Story by Simon Doyle is an LGBTQ novel centered around seventeen-year-old Victor Callahan, who works as a night porter in a quiet Irish nursing home. Victor orchestrates a reunion for a group of older men who have profoundly influenced his...

Moly, an abandoned dog, was taken to the Maricopa County animal care shelter on the border of Tempe and Mesa. When Moly got there, her calm and well-behaved nature caught the attention of members of the Falcone Foundation, a secret lab facility that later adopted...

Breadcrumbs: Piecing Together the Retirement Living Industry by Amy Friesen is an excellent and sensitively written book on the challenges of dealing with the many complications of eldercare issues. Written from the perspective of an observing consultant who works closely with issues that arise when...

Sunday by Janice Garden Macdonald is a heartwarming children’s picture book that follows a boy who loves Sundays because he can dress in his best and spend time with his loved ones. Unfortunately, today is not Sunday; it is Monday, and he has to help...

Philanthropy is epitomized by an ethos of giving and the desire to leave a lasting legacy through charitable deeds. Non-profit organizations (NPOs) now provide around 10% of the jobs in America, making a major and growing contribution to society. Clay M. Grayson has provided a...

Put Another Dollar in the Jukebox: The 100th Book (Milestoneville Drama Series) by Golden November is a fiction drama set in the bustling, quirky city of Milestoneville. The novel brings to life the everyday chaos and entertainment of this unique locale, where the local TV...

When The Violin Weeps by Glenn Starkey is a historical fiction novel that delves into the harrowing events of the Holocaust during World War II and the formation of the State of Israel. The story follows Jacob Liebermann, a former violinist with the Warsaw Philharmonic,...

Home for the Bewildered by Michelle Tobin is a poignant novel that delves into social issues surrounding mental health in 1970s Lansing, Michigan. The story follows Dr. Dorothy Morrissey, the first female psychologist at St. Lawrence Asylum, as she navigates her complex relationships with her...

From Tickhill, 1348 by Pamela Taylor is a historical fiction novel that delves into the tumultuous political landscape of medieval France. The story follows Jeanne de Flandre, the wife of John de Montfort, who is named the Duke of Brittany in his half-brother's will. When...

Keeper of the Gremkat Key: Legend of Galivett Book One by Brad Lyon and John Lyon is an adventurous children’s novel that follows eleven-year-old Harper Graybridge. Harper's life changes dramatically when he discovers a mysterious metal cylinder in a junkyard, leading him to meet Lyt,...

Francis the Fox's goal is to get popular, or at least, famous by broadcasting his shows from morning till night. Since he is desperate for fame, he doesn't hesitate to fabricate stories about his fellow villagers and step on toes to get his desire. Enter...

The Fox and the Election Fraud by Tuula Pere is book 5 in a series of tales about Francis who never seems to learn his lessons about life. Always a schemer, always thinking about how he can get ahead without thinking about anyone else, Francis...

A Freezing Ski Trip is the fourth book in the I Did It Series by Tuula Pere. Siblings Liam and Lily are ready for a ski trip over a frozen lake to Pine Cottage but without their parents. After listening to their parents' advice, they...

When a gardener notices a rare Parrot Tail lily growing in his garden, his enthusiasm for what this discovery might bring causes him to focus solely on the new flower to the detriment of his garden’s other lovely flowers. Author Tuula Pere weaves an important...

Joseph Blackhurst’s A World Without Trees delivers a haunting exploration of a post-apocalyptic society stripped of nature. It focuses primarily on its characters’ deep psychological scars and the brutal societal structures that govern them. At its core are Alizard and Thenewt, two characters grappling with...

Magical Girl Blues by Russell Isler is an urban fantasy that follows 14-year-old Xenia Findlay, who moves to Porter Valley after surviving a tragic crash that claimed her parents and best friend. Haunted by headaches and ghostly visions of her friend Bethany, Xenia realizes that...

In Sisters Arcana, Saleema Ishq crafts a gripping tale filled with mysticism, intuition, and family bonds. The story begins with a chilling prologue that sets a mysterious tone, immediately capturing the reader’s attention. The novel follows Aisha Wren, a mathematical modeler whose structured life is...

Cristo and the Forbidden Tome by Angus Bessai is set in a fantasy world with dwarves, elves, and demon spawns who learn magic and seek adventures. The story follows Cristo, a dwarven bounty hunter who becomes a teacher at the prestigious college of Alim. He...

Lawrence R. Armstrong's business guide Layered Leadership speaks on the importance of leadership development, mentorship, and a strong company culture in fostering innovation within organizations. Armstrong talks about how strategic career opportunities and personal growth initiatives, like the WM Mentoring Coaching program, enhance skills development...