The Claíomh Solais by Declan Cosson is an epic fantasy set in early 20th-century Ireland. The story follows sixteen-year-old Damien O'Laoghaire, who, while working on an archaeological dig, discovers the legendary Claíomh Solais sword. Alongside his brother Seosamh and the enigmatic English archaeologist Eric Trent,...

Prisoners Without Walls by Don Pizzarello is a profound exploration of the inner world. It weaves a deeply introspective narrative that explores identity, isolation, and the struggle to reconcile one’s inner self with external expectations. Through vivid imagery and poignant reflections, the book takes readers...

The Mission and Three Other Stories by Don Pizzarello is a collection of stories that depict characters ensnared in their situations. They explore themes of faith, friendship, love, and identity. In The Mission, a follower is troubled with a test of deceit, free will, and...

Roll: A Gable & McLaren Mystery is a work of fiction penned by author Niklas Three in the detective, mystery, and suspense genres. In this intriguing tale, seasoned Chicago private investigators Gable and McLaren take on a case in the mysterious bayous of Louisiana. Angela...

In The Citadel, the third book in the Dianis: A World in Turmoil Chronicles, the planet Dianis is threatened. Achelous, the brilliant architect behind its defenses, has been kidnapped by the Paleowrights and tortured. His fate hangs in the balance as Marisa, the woman with...

Our Secrets & Their Lies: A Blue Phoenix Romance is a work of fiction in the romantic suspense, interpersonal drama, and thriller genres. It is best suited to mature readers owing to the presence of some violent and sexual scenes, as well as strong language...

The Magnificence of the 3 by Timeout A Taumua begins by looking at the connections between neuroscience, atomic structure, and biblical narratives. In it, Taumua draws parallels between the trees of knowledge in the Garden of Eden and the neurons in the human brain, speaking...

The Great Landscapers by Bob Michaelson is a delightful and imaginative tale that captures the essence of community spirit and hard work through the charming lives of a rabbit family in Hareville. The story follows Harry and Mary, a dedicated rabbit couple, and their son,...

“Dolphins are some of the most delightful animals in the world!” Watching them in movies or nature certainly reveals some of their playfulness and their ability to interact with humans with ease and compassion. In Bob Michaelson’s The Great Competitors, a story unfolds involving dolphins...

The Game: Winning by Virtue One Move at a Time by HRM Princess Merrilee of Solana looks at the role of love in daily life, urging a reevaluation of concepts such as God, forgiveness, and sacrifice for greater clarity. Princess Merrilee speaks on overcoming ego...

In The Great Little Owls: Ollie and Molly's Journey, Bob Michaelson invites young readers into a delightful world where the charm of burrowing owls meets the challenges of nature and man. This endearing tale follows the adventures of Ollie and Molly, two courageous burrowing owls...

A dedicated midwife and amateur detective, Maeve O'Reilly is married to Will Kensington who runs a successful catering firm. The couple has adopted beautiful little Rowan, and Maeve is pregnant with her second daughter. They live in the cozy town of Langford, New England....

Shell Game by H. Max Hiller is a rip-roaring novel featuring protagonist Detective Cadillac Holland. Holland survived an almost fatal attack on his life by a Russian gangster. A former military roommate, Brian Hollis, contacts him unexpectedly requesting urgent legal assistance. Initially apprehensive, Holland is...

Miso and Kili's Flying Adventures: The Sonoran Desert by J.M. Chrismer, with illustrations by Ilya Fortuna, whisks young readers away on an exciting journey through the Sonoran Desert. This third book in the series follows the adventurous pair, Miso and Kili, as they are invited...

If you think philosophy is boring, you have not read Phil Van Treuren’s The Little Book of Stoic Quotes. It is one of the best books I have ever read on Stoicism. Each short chapter contains a quotation by a famous Stoic followed by Phil’s...

A Boy Who Made Music: The Extraordinary Life of Joaquin Rodrigo is a children’s picture book written by Karen A. Wyle with illustrations by Tomasz Mikutel. It’s a wonderful story about overcoming obstacles in life. Joaquin Rodrigo (1901-1999) was a world-renowned Spanish musician and composer...

Cultivate Curiosity: There Is Hope Even in Unimaginable Circumstances is an illuminating poetry collection. Richard Silvia draws upon his own life experiences to deliver a collection of poems that offer a fascinating look into the machinations of modern society and cultural and environmental issues, as...

Fifteen-year-old Austen lives with his mother, Penny, and sister, Anne, in a remote neighborhood. His father, Tom, has left the family. Austen sees disturbing dreams and senses a menacing presence in his room at night. Is it possible that something evil lurks behind the door...

Cain: A Curse to Spread, Book Two by H. L. Smith is a fascinating journey through the millennia as Cain inhabits the earth in a variety of guises, seeking redemption and understanding. When Cain slew his brother Abel at the start of humanity, he was...

Sometimes we’re too hard on ourselves and it makes us feel grumpy and unhappy. That’s what’s happened to Gus. In Cathy Studer’s The Adventures of Gus and Pasha, the first book, Gus Finds His Smile, addresses self-awareness and self-respect; in other words, feeling good about...