The Healing Stone, the first book in The Shadows of Time series by John Newton, is a remarkable blend of historical drama and science fiction that defies traditional genre boundaries. Set in the medieval city of Toledo in 1212, the novel follows Francisco, a 16-year-old...

Crimson Leaves by John Donovan Lambert blends timeless classics with contemporary verses to celebrate love in all its forms. The book offers readers a kaleidoscope of perspectives on romance, from the passionate odes of Shakespeare, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Robert Burns, and Rabindranath Tagore to the...

Sweet Nothings by Manisha is such a delightful journey featuring Zia Lions, a young woman caught up in the whirlwind of life and societal expectations. She’s a down-to-earth city girl who has quietly adored Chris Wright for as long as she can remember. But things...

In What He Left Behind by Benjamin Bradley, fifteen years earlier, friends ventured into the woods after graduation. A tragic incident occurred, and Jack Sawyer left Oak Hill without bidding farewell to Grace Bingham. Grace believed Jack was lost to her forever, but he returned...

Recipe for Rivals by Kasey Stockton revolves around Nova, a single mother who recently relocated to tiny Arcadia Creek, Texas, with her children, Ben and Alice, after a harsh divorce from her ex-husband, Carter. As Nova tries to settle into a new routine as a...

Finding a Mate in the 7 C’s by John O. Taylor is a practical guide for anyone navigating the often choppy waters of relationships, particularly after experiencing the difficulties of divorce or heartbreak. Written as a metaphorical journey across the seas, Taylor introduces seven fundamental...

Prolific author Tuula Pere cooks up another educative children’s picture book in Axel’s Baking Day: Axel and Ava. Axel loves Saturdays. On Saturday, he bakes fresh buns and bread with his mom. One Saturday, an emergency at his grandparents' home takes both parents away. Axel...

Giant Legs: Little Fears by Tuula Pere tells the story of a young boy named Elliot. Elliot is shy, introverted, and struggles with social anxiety during large family gatherings. During his grandfather’s birthday party, Elliot, with the loving support of his Uncle Stephen, builds self-confidence...

The Swishing Shower by Tuula Pere is a delightful children’s book about overcoming fears and embracing new experiences. The story centers on young Sam, who dreads taking showers, longing for the comfort of his baby bathtub. His older brother, Niles, steps in with creativity and...

Fly With Mytai by Teri Weber is a picture book that tells the story of Mytai, an F-22 fighter jet who has been eagerly waiting for her special training. On the fixed day, all the F-22 fighter jets come together to sync. For this training,...

Twice the Family by Julie Ryan McGue is a heartfelt memoir that examines the often emotionally charged themes of identity, belonging, and becoming. Through the perspectives of Julie and her twin sister Jenny, the book offers an intimate exploration of their adoption journey and the...

The Heir of Two Worlds by Arianna Reed is a compelling tale of prohibited young love. The main character of this story is Prince Kael, who ventures into his kingdom's forbidden forested lands to clear his head. Kael grows tired of the unyielding dogma his...

Boxing Day by Catina Noble revolves around Becca, who leaves her husband, whose drinking and detachment have created an unbearable environment. Becca prioritizes protecting her son, Jeremy, from a repeat of her own childhood trauma. After the divorce, Becca starts a relationship with Chad, whom...

In Toad the Tanker, a picture book by Teri Weber, the title character is a KC-135 tanker jet that refuels military jets while they are in midair. One morning, he finishes his preflight and takes off with clearance from the tower. He finds Moose, who...

Anne E. Beall’s Embracing Self-Compassion: Meditation Journeys for Self-Kindness is a practical guide offering deep reflections to help people cultivate self-compassion. She opens with a candid exploration of her personal struggles with judging and perfecting herself. Each chapter is structured with a different theme that...

Tiny Beluga's Big Day: An Adventure with Friends by Mara Mae is a children's book about a little whale named Tiny Beluga who is curious and friendly. Tiny Beluga goes on an underwater adventure with his best friends. His companions are Sammy the Seahorse and...

Little Bat's First Halloween by Mara Mae tells an adventure story of Halloween night and Little Bat. Little Bat took off in the sky in excitement, where he had an encounter with different Halloween creatures like the flying witch, the spooky ghost, the glowing jack-o'-lanterns,...

The Duty of Women by Caroline Willcocks follows Kat Cooke, a female musician living alongside the women of the Tudor court, who learns she is the secret daughter of King Henry VIII and Queen Katherine of Aragon. Kat is wedged between loyalty to her mother,...

I Have Never Felt Alive is a new adult slice-of-life drama by Christian Gilman Whitney. The book follows Ryan, a young man in his twenties, who returns to his hometown after receiving news of his mother's ill health. Ryan's mother has been transferred to an...

The Pandora's Box is the first book in L.S. Franco's Conjurer's Prophecy Trilogy, in which readers meet Liam Hale, an ordinary teenage boy. His adventure begins in the magical town of Downtown, where he meets a group of unique individuals: Ada Simmons, a mysterious girl with...