The Benevolent Lords of Sometimes Island is a work of fiction with suspense and literary themes and was penned by author Scott Semegran. Inspired by the work of William Golding on the classic Lord of the Flies, this novel takes us on a journey with...

Oliver West was still in his pajamas while the other kids were outside having fun. Tommy was running and Jackson was high up in a tree. Parker was having fun riding his bike and Bree and Jade were drawing with chalk on the sidewalk but...

Einstein's Last Message: Saving our world by changing how we think is a work of non-fiction focused on environmental issues in the modern world, and was penned by author Dr. Rod O'Connor. Drawing on history to teach us about the future of our world, this...

Unraveled by Laura Cook Boldt and Tom H. Boldt is a non-fiction memoir co-authored by mother and son as they allow us into their journey out of addiction. The narrative moves back and forth between each of its authors in an interesting string of chapters...

In a sidenote intended to properly describe her apparent children’s book, Life of a Firefly (illustrated exquisitely by Suzanne Groat), Sandra Brown-Lindstedt says simply and ingenuously that it is “particularly suited for ages 8–12.” I’m afraid that’s like saying To Kill A Mockingbird is at...

War Serenade by Jill Wallace is a touching love story between an Italian prisoner of war and a young woman in South Africa during World War II. Despite his low birth, Pietro was a famous opera singer in Italy before being conscripted into the Italian...

Understanding Oscar by Jade Chapman is an informative and beautiful story for children. The book shows brothers Banjo and George getting to understand their other sibling, Oscar, and friend, Nala, who each have autism, but not in the same way. Oscar can't talk and sometimes...

The Forest Keeper is a children's book written by Mike and Carol Wyrick. Who is the Forest Keeper? Have you met him or her? Would you know if you did? What would you do? Jeremy is recovering from an illness when his mother tucks him...

Readers may be daunted by what to expect if they dare to read The Ins and Outs of My Vagina. I must say that author Karin Freeland has real guts to share so much of her intimate life. Without a doubt, more reserved female readers...

Boo has a large collection of shoes, and some of them are actually boots. Each shoe or boot has a special talent: flashing lights, splashing in rain puddles, even shoes on wheels to rollerblade around. The only thing about Boo’s shoes and boots is that...

The plight of the grey wolf, and for many wildlife creatures, has been a struggle for survival, its biggest enemy is humans. But even amongst wolves, there is a hierarchy that plays a role, much like humans. Also, like humans, wolves and other wildlife judge...

The Red Sandals by Jing Li is a moving memoir about a strong woman who overcomes tremendous odds to leave her home country, travels to America, and builds a life for herself, her husband, and her daughter. The story starts in China when the author...

Donald Trump’s victory in the 2016 US presidential polls not only sent Americans hurtling down a path with some of their worst fears, but also engaged them in an all-discovery journey politically, socially, spiritually, and in every aspect of life you can think of. Most...

The Apocalypto Kid Goes to College by Grant Harper Reid is an intriguing autobiography about one man’s quest to get a college education. Upon graduation from high school, Grant attends Lincoln University. However, after only three disappointing days at Lincoln, Grant returns home to Teaneck,...

The Fishhook Rebellion: Hawai`i 1847 (A Swift and Dancer Adventure) by Dan Gooder Richard takes the action-adventure story to new heights of thrills and excitement. In giving an adrenalin rush to its readers, it also provides a high level of reading pleasure. Jack Dancer and...

The Adventures of Jimmy Crikey: Jade, The Youngest Ever Witch by Wallace E Briggs is a children's fantasy story. If your child loves witchcraft, aliens, and futuristic tales, then this book will become their new favorite in no time. Join Jimmy the alien, his friend...

Fini: The Beauty of a Broken Shell by Melitta Santos tells readers that “You can walk with your scars with pride, or hide them under a beautiful ñandutí. At the end of the day, the only thing that matters is your heart.” Fini the young...

Proud to be Me by Kim Farrell features a caring and smart bee named Buzz who lives in the jungle and is surrounded by a variety of animal friends. With the help of his trusty hand mirror, he encourages his friends who have different shapes,...

The Soldier and the Orphan: Separated by Church and War by Alastair Henry is a historical romance set principally in the first half of the twentieth century. When Billy Jones answered the patriotic call and went to war against Hitler, he had no idea of...

No one can be prepared for losing a loved one, especially your child. A Portrait of Grief: Hope and Healing after the Loss of a Child by Cheryl Christopher takes you down the path of when the unthinkable happens. She speaks from her personal experience...