Who doesn’t love trains? Trains helped build America by making moving West easier. One of the first American steam engines was built by Peter Cooper. His engine was nicknamed “Tom Thumb.” Not So Fast, Tom Thumb by Judith Tabler is a fictionalized account of the...

After numerous threats, Jose kills Norma Hurtado and her mother. Norma had spoken openly about her sexuality and was supported by her family. Was this a hate crime? The rights of the LGBTQ community have come a long way, from being openly persecuted to the...

Miss Demeanor: The Case of the Long Blonde Hair by Edward White is a delightful and engaging children's mystery that introduces readers to a young, determined, and brilliant detective-in-the-making, Celia J. At just thirteen years old, Celia embarks on a thrilling journey to become the...

Inoculated: The End of One Pandemic and the Beginning of Another is a work of fiction in the medical thriller, conspiracy, action, and suspense subgenres. It is best suited to the mature adult reading audience and was penned by author Todd M. Thiede. Holding up...

Through Blood and Dragons by R.M. Schultz is an enthralling foray into a world where mystique is as palpable as bloodshed, and where the very essence of power is harnessed through dragons. Readers are immersed in the heart of Cimeren, a realm divided by a...

Lisa Slater‘s K9 Odin is narrated from Odin’s view as he recounts his journey from an unwanted dog to Adam Slater’s canine partner. Odin was three years old when his owner took him to the Virginia Beach Animal Shelter to be euthanized. Dr. Chris Aycock...

Flora Investigates: The Case of the Missing Gold Eggs by Saloni Surah invites children on a magical adventure to Italy, introducing them to a determined 10-year-old, Flora. The story follows Flora, a young detective with a dream that refuses to be dimmed by societal expectations....

Did you know that many years before the Marvel Universe, there was a Universe of Oz, started by author Frank Baum? Baum wrote many Oz books and turned them into films, stage plays, and musicals. In bringing his creations to the early screen and stage,...

Tom Sharp: The Man and the Legend by Charlie Steel is a historical novel inspired by actual events from Tom Sharp’s life. The story details the life, achievements, and adventures he had after a heroic act that left him injured and discharged from his military...

Twin Power: The Best Snow Day Ever (The Twin Power Series) written by Benjamin Young, M.D. and Kiyanda Young, M.D. is a fun story about the joys of sharing life’s experiences with someone by your side. Simone and Sebastian are twins who wake up to...

Military families are always on the move, traveling around the world. Bob's family was no exception. Sergeant Major Richard "Dick" Heath and his beautiful wife, Virginia Mae, or Jinny, raised nine children: Dan, Dave, Bob, Mike, Rachel, Jim, Steve, Rick, and Pat. Richard's and Virginia's...

A Sanctum of Swords is a work of fiction in the epic fantasy, adventure, and interpersonal drama subgenres, and it forms part of The Embers of the Past Series. The work is best suited to the general adult reading audience. Penned by author John Malone,...

Good News. Bad News, Who Can Tell? (The Pandemic Reveals Wisdom) is a collection of stories, poems, essays, and lyrics from various people affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The book was compiled by Don Worth and was inspired by a parable that teaches people not...

When Laura and her mother decide to move from Seattle to Deluge, the last thing they expect is to see frogs raining from the sky the moment they drive into town. Laura believes the unusual rainfall is a bad omen and is not optimistic about...

Charlotte's Ghosts: The Mystery of the Vanishing Boy is a middle-grade novel by L.P. Simone. Charlotte Cross is grieving inwardly for her father when her mother moves them to Manassas, Virginia. While walking with her dog, Charlotte sees a boy around her age, but as...

In Love, Maggie: The Case of the Missing Scooter by Rae Marsh, Maggie attends her friend Cammie's birthday party. Cammie receives a scooter, sparking Maggie's jealousy. And then, Cammie's scooter goes missing. Maggie and Cammie search for it, and they are told, simply but somewhat...

Kings and queens have been murdered, and both kingdoms blame the other. At the same time, a third party takes advantage of the chaos to finally exact revenge on humans and dragons alike. After the battle of Nevergrace, where the newly knighted Cyran Orendain survived...

Brooklyn Goes Home by Christine Dorchak and Carey Theil is an account of the greyhound racing industry, its controversies, and the reform efforts in the United States and abroad. Through grassroots advocacy and legislative battles, Dorchak, Theil, and their allies successfully challenged mistreatment within the...

Killing Shore: The True Story of Hitler’s U-Boats off the New Jersey Coast by K.A. Nelson is a true historical account of how merchant marine shipping out of the east coast of America, in both world wars, was constantly on the lookout for the dangers...

Perspective Detective: The Case of the Missing Book is a children's book written and illustrated by Cazzy Zahursky. The story follows the Perspective Detective as he tries to solve the case of Axel's missing book. The book is almost due at the library, and Axel...