Let’s begin this review of Not a Fairytale by asking if it’s not a fairytale, then what is it? Essentially, it’s a rare form of memoir, not told as a story with characters and dialogue, but as a poem based, as many memoirs are, on...

Mrs. May, the teacher, tells Master Jet that he has not written out the alphabet properly. Jet is sure that he has written it but that is the day A ran away. B is sad and she did not stay. C wanted to play and...

If you are struggling to succeed in the maze of social media to promote and enhance your business, then this informative and detailed guide - How to Crush Social Media in Only 2 Minutes a Day by Ndeye Labadens - will be the jump start...

Christine E. Ray's Composition of a Woman is a compelling collection of poetry that focuses on a stimulating subject: woman. Composed of five chapters titled Nerve, Brain, Breast, Rib and Blood, this collection is stirringly sincere. Nerve is playful and humorous; 'the transformation/was so slow/so...

Memoir of a Schizophrenic by Karl Lorenz Willett is a compelling read with a strong appeal for fans of memoirs that explore the minds of those with mental illnesses. In this memoir, the author takes readers on a journey through schizophrenia. Written for his family,...

Take a Hike! Poems for Intermediate Readers (Grades 3-5) by Brett Fleishman is an adorable collection of 30 poems that will put a smile on the faces of young readers. The book opens with a delightful poem where a store is selling human parts and...

Death Drives a Minivan is a dark romantic comedy written by J.L. Pete. Kerrigan had never really given much thought to the Grim Reaper, aside from the images of spectral hooded figures bearing scythes usually seen during the Halloween season. And he never would have...

Walk A Mile by Joey Paul follows the path of 18-year-old newly trained Police Constable Hetti Fyfe as she negotiates the harrowing realities of law enforcement in the year 2050. These realities hit her on her first day at work when she is called to...

Catch A Falling Star is a work of dramatic literary fiction penned by author Keith Julius, and forms book one of The CASA Chronicles. Written for adults, the acronym of the series’ title stands for Court Appointed Special Advocate, in this case the dutiful Beverly...

What is the number one desire of most people? Peace! In Patrick Henry’s famous liberty or death speech, he says, “Gentlemen may cry, Peace, Peace — but there is no peace.” Mankind is still searching for peace. Lee Ann Rubsam enters the stage by writing...

What would you do if your eccentric neighbors asked you to take care of their son while they are away for the night? Karen does not hesitate and decides it is something she can manage without difficulty. However, Johnny is not a child like others....

Living Next Door To A Vampire by Glenn Stevens is another of this author's short paranormal tales. Karen and Ralph live a successful life, if not a very happy one. Ralph is never home, always working and, although Karen can have anything she desires, all...

It’s Not Easy Being A Kid: Trust Me is written and illustrated by JuYin Wong and follows the daily routine of sisters Felicia and Serena from the time they wake to the time they go to bed. They describe how difficult it is to wake...

Natural Disasters (A Love Story) by G.F. Cantrell is a captivating tale about love: past loves, new loves, self-love. Intelligent and optimistic Maggie Chisholm knows she’s in big trouble from the moment she lays eyes on her new contractor, Finn. Their easy-flowing conversations are full...

Gift-Wrapped in a Kilt: Hot Scots, Book 4 is a sizzling novel of romance written by Anna Durand. Gavin Douglas had taken the love of his life, Jamie MacTaggart, to a romantic outdoor cafe with every intention of taking that engagement ring in its velvet...

To Squeeze A Prairie Dog: An American Novel is a work of literary contemporary fiction by author Scott Semegran. Melding the genres of modern day folk tale with both satire and humor, the book centers on our unlikely hero, J.D. Wiswall. Working for the state...

I Saw a Starburst to Flames by J. R. Lamar comprises about a hundred poems formed as quatrains. This has the effect of giving them a rhythm that draws the reader inexorably onwards. Each is colorfully illustrated, very often with a wry sense of humour...

When Isaiah’s mother tells him that they are going to visit a botanical garden, he is not impressed. He would much rather stay home and play video games. He doesn’t even know what the word botanical means. When she uses his given name rather than...

The flaming redhead Lizzy is back! One of the most adorable, authentic, dynamic but sometimes insecure, most impressionable main characters in contemporary children’s literature. It’s just so amazing! This time It’s Just a Bunnypalooza! documented in rhyme and illustration by Brenda Faatz and Peter Trimarco...

Twins Found in a Box: Adapting to Adoption by Janine Vance is a spellbinding memoir that chronicles the experience of adopted twins. Jenette and Janine are adopted from Seoul, South Korea by American parents. In this book, the author explores the atmosphere in their...