The Young Samaritan by J. Schuyler Sprowles is a well-crafted Christian historical fiction novel that takes readers on an unforgettable journey inspired by the Gospel of Mark. The story centers on Joshua, a young Samaritan boy whose life is upended, forcing him to flee his...

The Nutcracker Chronicles by Janine Kovac is a memoir that explores Kovac's journey as a ballerina and her early aspirations, which included becoming a psychologist. Influenced by a music box ballerina, Kovac begins ballet lessons at Fort Bliss, later admiring prima ballerina Renée Segapeli after...

Entangling is the first book in the Kirin Lane Series by Kelley Griffin. Kirin adjusted to life after her husband passed away from cancer. When Kirin receives a phone call about her father, she is plunged into confusion as she navigates his funeral and the...

Korea Reunited: A Family’s Lifelong Dream by Irene Kim presents a poignant recollection of how the turbulent past of Korea tore families apart, including that of the author’s father. Kim Chi-Jeon, Irene’s father and the central figure of the book, reveals through rounds of interviews...

Sophia and the Dragon-Eye Charms: The Secret of Okaas is a children's fantasy novel by Beth Christopherson. Sophia is drawn into a magical adventure three years after the death of her brother, Seth. Gifted with powerful heart magic born from her compassion, she’s chosen by...

Staccato Passage by Joslyn Chase is a gripping espionage thriller that follows Riley Forte, a concert pianist turned spy-in-training, as she faces a criminal mastermind. Recruited by a covert security firm, Riley enters an elite spy school in Bavaria. However, a shocking discovery challenges her...

Timmy Pterodactyl Learns To Fly by Matthew S. Lane is a lovely story with beautiful pictures. Long ago, "when dinosaurs ruled the earth," a young pterodactyl named Timmy enjoyed daily walks down to the river to play with his other dinosaur friends. But he had...

Raven's Cry by Christian A. Brown is a young adult horror novel, the first in the Orphans series. Set in a dark, urban fantasy world, it follows four witches, known as the Aspects, who must defend Earth against the ancient, eldritch Outer Gods. As the...

The Bird Caper by Victoria E. Pannell and Thorir Sigfusson is a middle-grade reader for 4th to 6th graders who love a good whodunit with a bit of mischief and a lot of heart. The story centers around ten-year-old Brandon, whose world is turned upside...

The Body Transplant by Elisabeth Link, MD, is a gripping mystery novel that blends elements of science fiction and medical drama. It follows Grace, a brilliant scientist facing terminal cancer, who undergoes a secret and revolutionary full-body transplant. Reborn into a new body, Grace must...

Object by Kristin Louise Duncombe is a powerful and heartbreaking memoir that shows the author's experiences of trauma, survival, and healing. The narrative develops in various countries around the world as the author tries to remember and comprehend her childhood and life in foreign countries...

Barclay and the Chocolate Chips by Laura Schreiber is a cute preschool picture book. Barclay is a special dog who loves his happy life. He loves to play and go for walks and he loves to eat. But sometimes, a lesson must be learned –...

The Wrong Person To Be Famous by Mark Kaijim revolves around Nolan Rhodes, a journalist for Front Row magazine, assigned to cover the murder of Brandon Paisley, a former teen idol whose life had recently spiraled downward. Initially reluctant, Rhodes takes on the story, discovering...

MMM...Marigolds! is a delightful children's picture book with a charming story and a clever way to address picky eating. Veronica Saretsky introduces us to Mommy Deer and her little fawn as they explore a garden filled with delicious plants. However, the fawn isn’t interested in...

Edmond Raines rushes to the aid of his friends Cameron and Sara Stone when they discover the members of a human trafficking ring have kidnapped their child. In attempting to negotiate for the safe release of their son, the group’s mysterious leader makes a problematic...

Cynthia Fridsma introduces readers to the first volume of the ATU Chronicles series with Chaos is Bleeding. The 2020 US presidential elections have just ended, and President Donald Trent is refusing to admit defeat. One of his followers, Dick Barnes, riles up a mob and...

A Halloween Farty Party is a children’s picture book written by Junia Wonders and illustrated by Clarissa Corradin. It celebrates the fun and silliness of farting during a special Halloween festival. If you are lucky enough to receive an invitation to this party, be prepared...

Gary and Gibby's Swirling, Twirling, Whirling Worries is a children’s picture book written by Tina Rafowitz with illustrations by Marty Harris. It follows Gary, a young boy who is about to transition from kindergarten to first grade. This should be an exciting period, but Gary...

The Big Bad Wolf’s Birthday is written and illustrated by Andrew Abel for his grandchildren, Madison, Melia, Luke, and Rocky. This tale is a sequel to the famous English folktale, The Three Little Pigs. As the author says, you’ll enjoy his story more if you...

This engaging and interactive guide will help you teach your toddler or preschooler to be an aspiring artist by walking them through the basics of drawing. How to Draw 111 Amazing and Cute Animals, Fairy-tale Characters, Flowers, Foods, Gifts, and Other Themes is another educational...