A magnificent fusion of espionage and fantasy, The Measure of Gold by Sarah C. Patten is the story of a 22-year-old alchemist named Penelope. In 1940, Penelope arrived in Paris, bringing a stone necklace and her late father’s book. The necklace is a gift from...

Just Nuisance, the Sea-Dog, written and illustrated by Patricia Furstenberg, is an introduction to South Africa’s only sea dog that became a Royal Navy Seaman. His name was Just Nuisance because once when he was following a human sailor around on the ship’s deck, the...

The Ambient Christ: The Inside Story of God in Science, Scripture and Spirituality by Joseph C. Masterleo is a book I have long wanted to read, only it wasn’t written yet. Finally it is here — a brilliantly articulated argument that reconciles science and faith,...

Once a Man Indulges is a work of fiction in the historical mystery genre. It is aimed at older readers and was penned by author Tony Kelsey. The book follows the adventures of Harry Thorpe, a PI living in 1940s Denver who gets dragged into...

Richard Cezar’s Premeditated Justice hooked me on page one, and I couldn’t stop reading until the very end. I have always been a fan of psychological thrillers, and this book proved to be a great read. It was action-packed, with intriguing characters who felt as...

Beneath the Veil of Smoke and Ash is a work of fiction in the historical epic sub-genre. It is suitable for all ages and was penned by author Tammy Pasterick. The story follows a married pair of immigrants living in Pittsburgh in the early 20th...

Every community has a unique story to tell. Solvang, in the Santa Ynez Valley of California, was founded in the early 1900s by three Danish immigrants. The town that grew in this luscious coastal area evolved with a little bit of Danish culture, mixed with...

I like ice cream, I bet you like ice cream and it turns out sloths like ice cream too! In Rebecca Rae Williams's book, Slow Moe Gets a Tasty Treat, we meet Moe the sloth. He is very excited to get to the Tasty Treats...

The world is full of differences: big things, small things, young things and old things, things that fly high and things that go low, and so much more. These are opposites, but these are also differences. And there are many more examples: some are tangible,...

Set in England in 2019, A Faulty Eviction by Daniel Adam Garwood is a humorously told story filled with drama and action. Kevin Douglas is a mean-spirited, ego-fueled, and domineering man who owns Pendrick Court. He decides to send out eviction notices to his tenants....

We live surrounded by holes. Things we may take for granted, like doorways and windows, are really holes in our walls. They let us go from room to room or go outdoors. If we open a window we can let the breeze come in. A...

Stevenson Jones penned Sink or Walk on Water with the intention of encouraging others to live a life dedicated to God. In this book, Stevenson shares stories from his life as an African American trying to make his way in this world. He humorously shares...

Jessica Jones and Sox are two beloved Jack Russell dogs. They live with Grandpa in rural Australia. Grandpa is an aboriginal elder and he takes them on his adventures into the deepest parts of the forest. The dogs might be cute and generally speaking well...

A young giraffe was drinking water from a lake and a young bug was sleeping on a leaf. The little bug accidentally rolled off the leaf and landed in the left ear of the young giraffe. The young giraffe tried her best to get it...

We have all told or been told scary stories, whether it was around a campfire or just for fun at home when the power went out. Author David Serra takes this genre to another level in Night Quirks. This anthology captures the reader's attention from...

Seventeen-year-old Leisha was a Black girl who got into the prestigious Stonefield Academy on a scholarship. She was also training as a singer for the NATS music competition. Unfortunately, her coach, Ms. Wells, disappeared out of the blue. But while others moved on, Leisha knew...

Black Market News is a work of fiction in the dystopian genre. It is suitable for the general reading audience and was penned by author Roman S. Koenig. The story follows Quinn Kellerman, a man living in a vision of America that exists according to...

Farting Bunny Makes ABC Funny by Funskill Brew is a children’s educational book about learning the alphabet in a fun and silly way. If your child is currently learning the alphabet, then you'll want to grab a copy of Funskill Brew's book because it will...

The Awakening by Udey Adoga is a supernatural/suspense novel that will have you sitting on the edge of your seat and hanging on for dear life. The story follows the life and trials of Emily and Desmond, two people from completely different worlds, but fate...

I Am You, You Are I Am by Dr. Herman L. King is perfect for readers who wonder what separates the rich from the poor, the healthy from the sick, the joyful from the depressed, and similar disparities between people. With a thorough examination of...