In The Bluff, a psychological thriller by Bonnie Traymore, Kate has lived on the bluff for six years and in that time, the bluff has begun to crumble. Her husband, Ryan, and she had different ideas on how to save their home, but a year...

Of Mountains and Seas by Emily Renk Hawthorne is an engaging novel of fantasy, family bonds, and deep-seated societal tensions. Set across multiple timelines, the story follows the intersecting lives of Shifters and Statics, exploring themes of identity, power, and acceptance. The narrative begins with...

Halito, Gianna! is a children's adventure by Becky Villareal. Gianna Saldana is a curious child. Raised by a single mother, Gianna often wonders about her father and wants nothing more than to learn his identity. She finally gets her chance to learn more about her...

The Hunting of Man is a work of fiction in the science fiction, adventure, and action genres. It is best suited to mature adult readers owing to the presence of violence and explicit language throughout. Penned by author Kenton E.H. Ward, the plot follows former...

Olaf and Essex is a work of fiction in the fantasy, adventure, and drama genres. Penned by author Patti Calkosz, it is intended for young readers in the middle-grade age range and has some scenes of mild violence and mentions of death. In an alternate...

The Sorcerer and the Necromancer is penned by author Susan Ann Walker in the fantasy, adventure, and interpersonal drama genres aimed at the young adult reading audience. We follow seventeen-year-old Daric, a swordsman with a hidden talent for sorcery, who discovers he can drain mystical...

Zombies Ate My Homework by Paul Wennersberg-Løvholen is a captivating children's story that follows Lila and her best friend Max, who uses a wheelchair. The pair is passionate about investigating paranormal and supernatural activities at their school, Swindon Academy. Unfortunately, their assumptions often lead to...

I See Superheroes Everywhere is a children’s picture book written and illustrated by Kacey Becker. It follows a boy who celebrates the superheroes in his life on a school career day. His heroes are all people with special needs, but through the child's eyes, he...

In 1998 Nanda, Jane Edberg's son of 19, was pronounced dead on the railroad tracks. This compelled Jane to write a memoir about her unconventional path through grief using the profound transformative power of art. She mapped Nanda’s life and death, showing the beauty and...

Abundance by Alan Chan is a gripping sci-fi thriller set in a near-future world of asteroid mining, artificial intelligence, and high-stakes corporate battles. Disgraced astronaut Charles 'Chuck' Sorrel takes on the straightforward job of investigating a deadly accident, but he quickly finds himself caught in...

Everyone living in the United States should pay their fair share of taxes; however, they should not overpay. Robert Pais knows that the average American finds tax strategies beyond their comfort zone and gives amazing help in his book Pay Less Money To: Your Uncle!...

Maxine is a work of fiction in the romance, drama, and suspense genres. It is intended for older young adult readers and adult audiences. Penned by author Carol Mitchel, the plot follows Dr. Richard Logan, a renowned neurologist in Oakland, California, who struggles with unexpressed...

The theme of Walking and Wayfinding is mindful walking as a spiritual and reflective practice. I have always enjoyed walking while going to work and sometimes for relaxation in the evening. However, I had not considered it in the way Lea Appleton presents it. Lea...

In Late Night With Bear Brown by Artsoluki, the author uses an interview with a TV host asking an actress about her next movie. The author uses beautiful drawings to tell a delightful story about an actress called Fabulous Amy Fox. The storyline is a...

All the world’s a stage, and Dr. Jane McLaren finds herself in the spotlight when a Shakespearean Society decides to set up in Desert Pines. Jane is happy to finally have her life in order: her relationship with Detective Joe Conner is good, her medical...

Surgery Simplified by Tamra Ellsworth is a spectacularly thorough overview of the surgical process, covering everything from pre-surgery preparation to post-surgery recovery. The credentialed Ellsworth discusses the importance of following pre-surgery instructions, like fasting. She tells us that once in the pre-op area, a nurse...

Green Forest, Red Earth, Blue Sea by Jim Gulledge will appeal to mature fans of drama, Southern, and literary fiction. The book has three interconnected parts set in various areas of North Carolina at different times. In the post-Civil War Saluda, Josiah Buckland meets the...

Author E. H. Casteele’s The Prince of Pirates: A Tale of Love, Loss, and Lots o'Loot is the kind of pirate tale that makes you want to grab a bottle of rum and set sail—minus the actual danger, of course. The story within a story...

Mia’s Mouses by Joseph L. Licari is a charming and educational story that combines humor, curiosity, and language learning into a delightful narrative for young readers. The book follows the adventures of Mia, a bright and enthusiastic girl who befriends three adorable mice: Squeaky, Nibbles,...

Cracking the Female Code by Cole Hunter borrows from evolutionary psychology, which has shaped human beings over a very long time. Men are attracted to physical characteristics such as youthfulness and an hourglass figure. For women, things like confidence, a good sense of humor, and...