The 1950s saw a pivotal transformation and boom in the availability of entertainment and luxuries. However, these were not primarily intended for children, which meant youngsters had to find their own forms of entertainment. For 12-year-old Robert Gunkel, most of his fun came in the...

Noel—to be born—is a name associated with the birth of Jesus, the true meaning behind Christmas. Charlie doesn’t understand the connection. The person, whose name is Noel, is a homeless woman he thinks poorly of. That is until one day, she interferes to save Charlie’s...

A Novella About Pie That Should Have Starred Jason Sudeikis by Richard W. Kelly revolves around a writing group started by the main character Charlie with other writers who he thinks are his friends. But, as the story unfolds, their true natures start to appear...

Nemesis: Apex Volume 2 by Tyler Michael is a gripping young adult action novel. This volume chronicles the misadventure that befalls Dustin, Miri, and Riley on their highly anticipated skiing trip to White Peak National Park. Having gone through the arduous process of being granted...

Stikki the Squirrel by Jane H. Wood is about a brave and clever gray squirrel capable of defeating many threats. This children's book is set in the quiet gardens of a small town in the heart of Wales. Stikki and his two sisters, Mollie and...

Kai's Blueberry Adventure by Kelly Falardeau is a delightful children's picture book. It follows a koala named Kai, who lives in a treehouse. One morning, Kai wakes up feeling hungry and ready for an adventure in the magical forest. While exploring the forest, Kai discovers a...

The Fin-Tastic Rescue by Laura Mancuso is the story of three young mermaids named Sara, Alix, and Lucy who find a sea turtle needing help. They quickly realize he is cold-stunned and rush to offer their assistance. Lucy goes to the surface and gets her...

Wild With All Regrets by E.L. Deards follows the tale of Lucas Conolly, a young man who has seen too many things and lost even more. Meeting Jamie changed Lucas’ life forever; in the same way, his death left just as much of a mark...

Escape to Pelican Lake is a collection of poems, lyrics, and short stories by Will Reuhl. This book is inspired by the author's fun summers at Big Pelican Lake with his family and explores life's randomness. He talks about spending time with his loved ones,...

Quilts serve many purposes from nostalgia and creative fun from hanging it on your wall, giving it away as a gift, or as a special body wrap. When creating a quilt, you can let your imagination run wild when choosing the styles, patterns, and various...

CW3 Cesare Giannetti U. S. Army (Ret.) writes a challenging yet encouraging story in De Facto Pathfinder. At a crossroads in life, a search for purpose echoes in Chris Longo’s soul. Chris is an Army veteran, divorced, and an absentee father to his daughter. He...

Carl J Blackburn's The Children of Saint Thomas Aquinas is a well-researched and thought-provoking story inspired by the life and teachings of the medieval theologian and philosopher St. Thomas Aquinas. The story begins in 1272. Dominican Friar Thomas Aquinas is a Master of Theology in...

In Mother Stella, Ryan Baxter guides readers to a spiritual, enlightening path by relating Mother Stella's life story and her message of love. The book starts at the very beginning: Stella's birth and childhood in Iceland, where she explores the beauty of her country and...

The Distance Between Us by A. C. Burch is an ingenious blend of mystery and humor. The main character is Helena. She is sociable, astute, and knowledgeable about painting. Despite being born male, she identifies as a woman and accepts herself. She also has glamorous...

Jus Breathe by B. Lynn Carter is set in the turbulent 1960s of New York City. Dawn Porter, a sixteen-year-old girl, has carried the burden of looking after herself since her father's departure for a reason that discredits her very being during her early childhood....

Is This All There Is? Living a Life Beyond Obligation by Monique Verpoort is an empowering self-help book for women struggling with self-esteem and self-worth. We are conditioned to put everyone else above us. Such immense pressure not only damages your self-esteem but also hurts...

Occupational Hazard by Alex S. Avitabile is the story of a lawyer named Al Forte who gets fired for all the right reasons, for standing up for fairness in the workplace. His boss, Gordon Gilbert, who is a control freak with too much influence and...

This Side of the Darkness by Andromeda Storm is a dark narrative that Annie relates as she navigates life while fighting monsters. Annie viewed her mother as perfect, unless her father was home. Their fighting escalated until she witnessed her father push her pregnant mother...

The Ghost Ring is a fictional work combining paranormal adventure, action, and mystery. The book is intended for young adults and contains some mild death-centric themes as the ghosts take center stage in the story. Penned by Tom Hoffman, this highly engaging drama introduces us...

We live in a time when the effects of climate change are becoming increasingly severe. Global warming and pollution are damaging our ecosystems due, in part, to the search for comfort in society. However, there is now greater awareness of energy security and the environment,...