“Birds of a feather…” You’ve heard that line, I’m sure. In Flamin-Go Bob by Cheryl Spears Waugh, when Flamin-Go Bob tries to fit in, to be one of the crowd, he fails at every attempt. He can’t even build a dome-shaped sand nest like the...

Deathless by Shayn Fite is a dystopian novel set in a future where humanity clings to survival in fortified supercities after the arrival of The Architect: a mysterious figure who has brought humanity advanced technology but also introduced them to dangerous new enemies known as...

Hiding In Plain Sight by Barbara A. Luker follows Jordan, a woman escaping her abusive husband, Richard, by relocating to a remote cabin in Wyoming. Jordan tries to find some solitude, however fragile, and get a fresh start with her adopted dog, Pete. After suffering...

Donnie the Dancing Donkey is a delightful children’s picture book written by Jackie Cano and illustrated by Amalia Amelios. The story follows Donnie, a young donkey who dreams of dancing like his idol, Prancer. However, his classmates often tease him, telling him he is not...

Sharing is a crucial skill for children to learn as they develop their friendships. Learning how to live with one another in peaceful ways is a big part of growing up, and children must learn the importance of sharing. In Bossy Panda Bear Learns To...

A Graver Danger: White Chalk Crime by Karen Horwitz offers a provocative and bold perspective on the deep-seated problems within America’s educational system, suggesting that corruption and a toxic culture in schools are at the heart of issues like school shootings. Horwitz draws parallels between...

Martha's Notebook by C. Fulster follows Martha as her sister Ava and their parents are forced to flee from their home after violent, zombie-like, microchipped creatures known as "Chippers" begin hunting in their neighborhood. The family narrowly escapes and travels to an abandoned hotel, where...

Moonward Chain by I.K. Stokbaek blends elements of epic fantasy with character-driven drama. The story follows Princess Saria of Thimalos, a courageous young royal on a quest to restore magic to her kingdom. She is joined by a small group, including the stablegirl Lesi and...

Treat yourself to a heartwarming romance tailor-made for the holidays with Deb Gardner Allard's Love Calls The Shots. After a chance encounter at the Addington Christmas party, Dr. Gray Addington can't seem to get the memory of Dr. Saige Westbrook out of his mind. While...

In Harry the Horse and the Special Place by KTY Haileselassie, too young to work, Harry has been kept in a barn since his birth and dearly wants to know about the world beyond stall doors. His mother could tell him little, as she had...

When You Have a Brother by Debra Hewitt is a heartwarming children’s picture book that celebrates the bond between two brothers. It explores the unique experiences of having a brother, explaining the highs and lows of the relationship. A brother is someone who can hold...

Return to Pamplona: A Lover’s Quest in Post-War Spain by Peter J. Meehan is a deeply moving narrative set in the politically charged landscape of Spain in the late 1940s. It follows the journey of Terese Burguera, a spirited Spanish Basque medical student, and her...

How people deal with emotional trauma can vary. Following traumatic experiences, people may feel unable to function properly, and, most of the time, are unable to process challenges that lie ahead. The good news is that there are effective ways to cope with the stressful...

In The End of the World (As We Know It), author Kayla Kruse draws from her own extraordinary experiences to share some astonishing anecdotes from her life. Traumatized as a young teenager after being drugged and assaulted at a party she attended when she was...

The Human Relief Project: When The World Stops Working by Max Malterer is a dystopian novel set in 2038, where AI has liberated humanity from the need to work. Bert, a conductor for the global Human Relief Project, experiences firsthand the societal upheaval caused by...

All The Things Our Mommy Can Do is a children’s picture book written by Samantha Sliney and Megan Biles, with illustrations by Dawn Price. It is a tribute to hardworking mothers who inspire others to achieve greatness. The story is narrated by various children with...

Under The Umbrella Tree by Cheryl Spears Waugh is described with these moving words: “From sunrise to sundown, the umbrella tree stands anchored in the African grasslands. As the day begins, life stirs among the tree's tenants.” This description is followed through with such a...

Come Quietly by Hermione Lee is a fantasy drama that follows the story of two sisters, Irina and Mallory, who become lost in the woods and find themselves trapped in a mysterious manor. Inside, they discover other children facing the same predicament, each with their...

Alaska Dinosaurs, Mammoths, and More by Ray Troll and Kirk Johnson is a captivating exploration of the prehistoric life that once thrived in Alaska. This beautifully illustrated book takes young readers on a journey through various periods, showing the diverse creatures that once roamed the...

On an Ocean Journey: Animals in Motion through the Seas by Elizabeth Shreeve takes readers on a colorful adventure through Earth's interconnected oceans. In rhyming text and with scientifically accurate illustrations, the book celebrates over 30 sea creatures and their distinctive movement across various marine...