Ever since Drew defeated Chasqua, the leader of the Lamera whose lust for power threatened to destroy Aqualor, the kingdom has known only peace, and Drew duly returned home to face his adolescent challenges. All of that looks to end as word has gotten out...

What’s an IV?, written by Melissa Fatal and Rosemary Peng and illustrated by Edward Ernest, is a great book for your child to read if they are nervous about an upcoming medical visit. This picture book indicates who the child might meet—doctor, nurse, and child...

Squealer: A Pig's Tale by Pat Alvarado is a heartwarming adventure that follows the journey of Squealer, the smallest piglet in a bustling farmyard. As Squealer discovers that their cherished home is up for sale, he embarks on a courageous quest to reunite with his...

Becoming Hungarian: A Memoir is penned by author Erika Reich Giles in the autobiography, culture, and historical genres. In this interesting work, the author recounts her journey of rediscovering her Hungarian roots after a lifetime of shying away from them. Raised in the U.S. after...

Tiger Season: A Novel of Korea is a work of fiction in the military, historical writing, and cultural issues subgenres. It is best suited to the general adult reading audience owing to scenes of wartime violence and strong language. Penned by author Gojan Nikolich, this...

My Bad Tequila: Parts of a True Story by Rico Austin is based on the author's personal experiences. A group of students was on Spring Break and on their way to a Mexican beach by the Sea of Cortez. Rhet wanted to party, drink, and...

Watery Wonders: Chip Colquhoun & Korky Paul's Fables & Fairy Tales comprises two tales by Chip Colquhoun. The first retells a Japanese folktale. In Urashima Taro and the Underwater Kingdom, Urashima Taro demonstrates his kindness when he rescues a turtle from being tormented by a...

I’m sure we’ve all heard about kangaroos. But have you ever seen or heard of a Tasmanian devil? Do you know where you can find one? R.W. Starr’s A Journey Down Under will tell you about the Tasmanian devil, as well as share some interesting...

Grandpa Groundhog is a heartwarming children’s picture book written and illustrated by Kevin Geiger. It tells the story of two grandpas, one who lives above ground and another who lives below. The above-ground grandpa is grumpy and tries to tend to his garden, but is...

Stormflower by Keegan and Tristen Kozinski is a gripping and intense science fiction novel that delves into a world where revenants, powerful and deadly creatures, roam the city. The story follows Jade, a skilled fighter and member of the Purifiers, as she takes on a...

The Gratitude Jar is a children’s picture book written by Katrina Liu and illustrated by Bella Ansori. It tells the story of Mina, a young girl who learns to appreciate the simple things in life through a daily gratitude practice with her family. After attending...

Detective Square Bear and the Trouble on the Train is a children’s picture book written by Terry White with illustrations by Anna Freidtsis. The story follows Detective Square Bear on a disastrous first day at work. After a well-deserved holiday with his friends, Detective Square...

Spirals of Stardust is a young adult sci-fi novella by Diane C. Jerome. In the 23rd century, all the rainforests have vanished from Earth except one. Animals have been implanted with cloned human genes, and humanity has ensured its survival by merging itself with the...

In Bigot List: A Reckoning, an espionage thriller by J. Sydney Jones, Jake Jacobs left the CIA more than twenty years ago and is now a history professor in Oregon. Jake conducted research for his project, which he named "The Fourth Mole." He became increasingly...

In Soul Has No Name, a novella by John Clarke, through a phenomenon known as soul writing, a spirit communicates a few of the life experiences of three men who have the same soul "fingerprint" across time. Although Balgaire MacPherson, Jacob Brisling, and Mordecai Sampson...

Let’s Go Out on a Date by Joel Wapnick is a unique, darkly humorous, and unexpectedly reflective novel that takes readers on an unpredictable journey. The story begins with the protagonist, Julian, planning his suicide in Montauk, New York, only to have his plans comically...

The Night the Stars Went Missing by Arthur J. Gonzalez is a delightful children’s picture book that follows the adventurous young Winston, who spends his nights gazing at the stars. One night, Winston notices that the stars have mysteriously disappeared. Sensing that something is amiss,...

I Accidentally Summoned a Demon Boyfriend by award-winning and bestselling author Jessica Cage is an exhilarating paranormal fantasy romance. Rayna is 36, a successful artist, and a digital marketer. She has a wonderful home, good friends, and loyal clients. But she is the last single...

What’s in a name? If yours was Sloppy Slurpy Silly Sally, it would mean a lot. While a bright little girl, 5-year-old Sloppy had proven to be a handful for her parents since she was a toddler—mischievous and a bit of a hellion. As author...

Our children today, regardless of age, are growing up listening to adults talking about climate change, how it is affecting the environment, and what it means for our youngsters’ futures. Our Earth by Jane Calame clues them in easily without heady explanations and teaches them...