In Ichi-ban Goes Hiking by Julie Maurer, Ichi-ban shares her first hike, explaining how she suffered from a short tumble and a close encounter with a cactus while she explored rocky terrain and cold streams. Readers watch the puppy grow into an adult dog as...

In the four sections of Embracing Grief, Julie Maurer guides you through her encounters with grief, helps you acknowledge your emotions, provides coping strategies, supplies poetry that may put words to your feelings, and delivers sixty-six journal prompts. Maurer briefly shares her experiences with her...

Between Worlds by Julie Maurer is a collection of poetry that uses modern free verse to explore topics like genealogy, grief, loneliness, family, regret, and nature. Maurer’s work has a touch of the paranormal and nostalgia, adding a layer to her reflections on life. Drawing...

In her memoir Embracing the Unknown, Julie Maurer talks to us about the sudden loss of her husband to suicide, and the avalanche of emotional and practical challenges that followed. She speaks on her husband's battle with professional setbacks, depression, and a reluctance to seek...

Can war ever be justified? Can war prevent further wars? Bauder sets out to dissect these questions using a series of short stories. Each reflects an aspect of warfare and prevailing attitudes to it, from misplaced patriotism to the reasons that soldiers enlist and the...

The Aim to Endeavor by Susana Henschel offers a reflective journey that combines the artistry of poetry with the visual impact of scenic photography, creating a unique experience of self-discovery and emotional exploration. Henschel weaves her narrative with an intuitive understanding of human emotions. The...

Ichi-ban Goes Hiking in the Fall by Julie Maurer is the second book in the Ichi-ban series. Ichi-ban is happy because Mom is taking her on a fall hike in the Colorado Mountains. It’s a long drive but when they finally get there, Ichi-ban is...

Ichi-ban Goes Hiking All Year Long by Julie Maurer is a children's adventure book featuring Ichi-ban, an active dog, as the narrator. This tale follows Ichi-ban's hiking adventures throughout the four seasons, sharing the joys, surprises, and challenges of exploring the great outdoors. Each season...

Romance, royals, and second chances – what more could readers want from a modern love story wrapped up in a fairytale? In Nancy Herkness’s second installment of the Royal Caleva series, we travel again to the island nation of Caleva where romance ignites not for...

Fire It Up by Carolyn Sharp is a clear and helpful guide that shows readers how to bring happiness and intimacy back to their relationship. Sharp understands that stressful modern lives in today’s world can make relationships difficult, so she presents four simple steps to...

David Stordahl's 401(k) Basics: A Short Guide to Understanding Your Investment Plan is a refreshingly accessible entry into the often complex world of retirement planning. This guide on business and finance seeks to clarify the 401(k) plans that have significant financial importance for more than...

Children’s books are incredibly powerful vehicles of social messaging. When a book is written for a younger audience, it not only has the opportunity to teach and create space for challenging conversations among children but for their parents and caretakers as well. In My...

After waking up in the town of Bodie, in 1883, with no memory of her past, Elanor learns from the sheriff that she can find answers from a Native American, Tawa, who knows things most people can't understand and lives in the desert. Subsequently, she...

Micah's Wish by Pamela S. K. Glasner and Judy Brulo is full of friendship, adventure, and hope. Micah is a German Shepherd. He's being raised on a farm with his parents, siblings, and Farmer Adler. His fondest wish is to carry on the family legacy...

A.R. Alexander brings us an engaging blend of mythology and fairy tales in Vibrations: Children of Atlantis. Nada has a rare gift. She can see the vibrations of everything around her. Bright waves of energy have always been bouncing around her. She has kept her...

Anne Has an Alligator by Margaret Bain follows the titular little girl adapting to a world where every person is assigned an animal companion at birth. Unlike her peers and their less awkward companions, Anne receives an alligator. Her family moves to a new town,...

The Borealis Queen is an epic action-adventure tale by Henry Guard. Set in primeval North America during the end of the Ice Age, the story follows Nin, a young woman whose life irrevocably changed the day warriors from the Lithic tribe razed her village, butchered...

James Lamar and the Empty Jar by Haley Argyle is a heartwarming story about using one's imagination to make friends. It follows James Lamar, a young boy who struggles to interact with his classmates during recess. When he gets home, his mother notices his sad...

In The Inconvenient Child, Sharyn Killens and Lindsay Lewis take us on a life journey and the tough challenges Sharyn lived through in Australia as an unwanted, biracial child. Born out of wedlock and to a white family that had no space for a child...

High Feathers by Chancie B. Davis is a delightful children’s book that radiates joy and laughter, capturing the adventures of Lulu Duck, a character whose infectious enthusiasm and unique greetings make her unforgettable. Lulu’s trademark “High Feathers!” greeting not only spreads cheer but also celebrates...