I just finished reading Crik by author Karl Beer, and all I can say is "Wow!" How's that for a review? I must admit, I read a lot, and a lot of what I read is in the genre of fantasy. I can honestly stay...

Legends and myths contain nuggets of truth, oft buried beneath the detritus of time, layer upon layer added until sometimes what is has become a distorted reflection of what was. With Minotaur, Phillip W. Simpson has given us just such a story of what might...

Ornamentals Volume 1: Whimsical Mandalas - 30 Mandala Coloring Pages for Adults by Sue Chastain has a variety of mandala designs from simple to moderate to intricate that will help to soothe, sharpen and rejuvenate one's soul. The 30 original mandala designs will bring out...

I once had a dog that I rescued from a shelter at the age of seven that had epilepsy, which is one reason I chose to read and review this book. I researched a great deal about canine epilepsy after his adoption to be prepared...

Holy Smokes! That's exactly what I thought when I finished reading Hole in the Day: A Novel by debut author Steven A. Carr. This book is a roller coaster ride of an adventure, and will keep readers obsessively turning the pages from start to finish!...

Sunday, November 11, 2007, Charles headed from his Nashville condo to his office and apartment in Atlanta. Monday, November 12, was his 58th birthday. Since he would be out of town, their granddaughters and Becky had made him a cake and celebrated before he left...

“Four months to the day he first encountered the boy at Walmart, the last of Phil Pendleton’s teeth fell out.” Phil Pendleton comes across a screaming child with his strangely worn-down mother in the candy aisle. The bizarre pair causes a ruckus that forces the...

Hundreds of years ago, magic was common in the land until a plague targeted the gifted ones. It caused them to fall into a deep sleep they never woke from. Then, as quickly as it arrived, the darkness lifted. Those that survived mourned the loss...

What’s an Adventure without Milk and Cookies by Rick Bivins is a story within a story. Two little girls, Sami and Em, are enjoying milk and cookies while talking about how to spend a Saturday afternoon. After their snack, they decide to use their stuffed...

Return to Me by Carolyn Menke is a historical romance taking place in America during World War II. On the way to basic training, James Pasko has an encounter that will forever change his life. Sadie Stark never expected to see the young boy who...

Father, Son & Grace by Cindy Hiday is the delightful, yet exciting story of Ray, Benny and Grace. Ray is grieving the loss of his wife. Benny has Downs Syndrome plus another very special quality. He sometimes reads minds. Grace, the wife of a pastor,...

Wow! How's that for a review? Well, it's definitely what I thought when I finished reading Red November: Inside the Secret U.S.-Soviet Submarine War by author W. Craig Reed. A simply fantastic re-telling of an extremely tense time in the relationship between the United States...

The Plastic Face: The Solomon Sisters Volume One by JESSie NW is about Jessica Solomon. Everyone thinks that she has everything and, on the surface, she does. The only thing missing in her life is a person who will love her unconditionally and who she...

The Block: Just Live 'cuz You Can is a speculative fiction novel written by Richard Seaman. It's set in the near future, after yet another war to end all wars bankrupts the American government. The responsibility for the now-defunct Social Security Administration's payments to senior...

The cycle of life is really quite simple. A living creature is born, matures, and grows old. In the process, there is a definite learning curve as the young aspire to achieve what the elderly have already conquered. The bond between a grandparent and a...

The Real Truth About Erectile Dysfunction by Jorge Vidaurre MIM is a medical booklet that offers both traditional and holistic approaches to successfully treating a common medical condition that affects millions of men worldwide. Erectile dysfunction occurs when a man is unable to achieve a...

A Heart's Salvation by Dana Christy is a novel of being brave enough to find love and release the past. It is about giving love a chance and never letting go, no matter what happens. Madison Skye had been running from her past for several...

Beyond Embarrassment: Reclaiming Your Life with Neurogenic Bladder and Bowel by JoAnne Lake and 'bio-sleuth' Julia Parker is JoAnne’s honest and open story and her will to succeed in spite of having to face physical and medical challenges. JoAnne’s story will encourage medical practitioners to...

Make Life Work in a Fast-Paced World by Errol J. Beckford is a useful tool that guides readers to turn the failures in their lives into successes, thereby leading an enriching life. The insights in the book will stimulate the thinking of readers and help...

Lose Your Mind, Open Your Heart: Limitless Love on an Evolving Planet by Peggy Kornegger is an uplifting book wherein the author reiterates the power of love and how it can actually save everyone from hatred, isolation, and separation. As the world moves into the...