Tales from a Lady’s Bower, edited by Isabella Berdyna Zysk, commences with “The Tale of Lindy and Kenric” in which two people discover feelings based on compatibility. “The Tale of Edmund and Ellinor” shows two teens who are reluctant to marry brought together later in...

"Are You a N****r or a Doctor?" is about the first 39 years of the life of a retired anesthesiologist, Dr. Otto Stallworth. He was born, raised, and grew up in Birmingham, Alabama, with his stories spanning at least three decades. His tale started during...

Lacinda the Lion is a Super Youneek Beast by Beth Davis is a heartwarming and empowering children's book that addresses the important themes of overcoming challenges and embracing one's unique qualities. Through an enchanting narrative, the book encourages young readers to celebrate their individuality while...

Mykal the Monkey is a Super Youneek Beast: A Children’s Book Featuring a Special Needs Character with Orthotics that goes on an Amazing Adventure, written and illustrated by Beth Davis, is a heartwarming reading experience. Mykal’s dad, a treasure hunter, often regales his son with...

In a Land Far Away: Second Edition by Aleksandra Layland is a colorful picture book that covers the wonders of the fictional land of Kimbria. As a part of Layland's Windflower Saga, this book celebrates the racial diversity and friendships shown throughout the series. With...

In How to Write a Historical Novel and Love It: A Beginner’s Guide to Researching, Writing and Publishing a Historical Book, TL Clark asserts: “There is no one way to write a book.” True words, but it’s always helpful to learn what others have...

After the death of her mother and grandmother, seventeen-year-old Esme lives with her foster family. Her life, however, takes a turn for the worse when her foster sister, Cambria, who is only a year older than her, is raped, and, after the detective asks if...

Murder and a Midnight Swim (A Marriage of Greed, Deceit, and Murder) by Jimmy Ray Conner is a murder mystery that would appeal to adult mystery lovers who enjoy romances that feature an older character. Madelyn is a wealthy widow searching for a new love...

In response to her reaction during the COVID-19 Pandemic, Amelia Burke-Garcia wrote Communicating Through a Pandemic to relate her experience. As she and her team developed How Right Now during a project for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, she heard distressing and uplifting...

Hiccup’s Holiday Hunt: A Christmas Adventure is a children’s look-and-find picture book by Dave W. Ball with illustrations by Design Pickle. The book has a festive theme, and all the items to find are Christmas-related. Follow Hiccup, a blue egg-shaped friendly being in a Santa...

Sarina Siebenaler adds another creature to her list of things not to wish for in her children's book, Do Not Wish for a Christmas Elf! A little girl, Kat, and her parents are resting after shopping when Santa calls. He tells Kat and her parents...

In Death Takes a Fall by Sharon Lynn, Maddie McGuire, a 19-year-old hiker, was stuck on a ledge after she slipped off the Cotswold trail while grabbing a few alluring blackberries. Her current love interest, a handsome young Scotsman, Constable Edward Bailey, was standing on...

Social Media Use and Youth Mental Health by Tina Shelton is a one-stop book that provides clear and detailed information regarding the critical and sensitive interface between social media and the mental well-being of youths. This book is divided into many different sections that consider...

Unfortunately, we live in a world of pain and suffering. Children should never be the victims of intentional and malicious attacks that can harm them for life. In Cam Creates a Hero by Dagmara Sitek, we meet Cam, who lives in a foster home with...

She Took a Turn is penned by author Kristi J Smith in the memoir, spirituality, and inspirational writing genres. In this heartfelt work with plenty of honesty and heart, the author recounts her journey from a prescribed life of conformity as a devout Christian and...

The delightful children’s picture book Frankie the Fart Wants a Friend by Daniel Huerga takes young readers on a whimsical journey with Frankie, a lovable, friendly fart facing an unusual, or perhaps usual, predicament: he has no friends. Illustrated by David Kantrowitz, the book entertains...

Memoir of a Misfit Chef: A Rise from the Ashes by Paul Alvero chronicles the author's journey from a self-proclaimed "misfit" in a small Minnesota town to a chef working in a Michelin-starred restaurant in Las Vegas. The narrative begins with his childhood marked by...

"This is the happiest story in the world with the saddest ending." Elizabeth McCracken courageously shares her pain at giving birth to a stillborn child and the joy at the birth of a healthy child.

Pregnancy was a happy time for the couple. When Pudding was...

I remember well the emotions that surged through me as I held our first, second, and third child in my arms. Marla Taviano uses humor and deep insight in her book Changing Your World One Diaper At A Time. She draws on her experiences and...

Two women in love with the same man and he loved them both.   Maria and the young senator fell deeply in love.  When he discovered she was pregnant he insisted on an abortion.  Maria hid from him giving birth to their daughter, Sarah in the...