“A line is a dot that went for a walk.” I love this quote from Paul Klee, artist extraordinaire. It’s obvious that author Valerie Downs loves this quote too as it’s the foundation for a delightful children’s story, What Paul Made. When young Paul goes...

A.A. Abbott’s thriller Run for Your Lies artfully intertwines suspense, family drama, and complex characters. The novel starts with a chilling act that sets a grim tone, but as the narrative progresses, it pivots to an engaging exploration of lives tangled in mystery and secrets....

Maui Travel and Adventure Guide by Ocean Breeze Adventures is an indispensable resource for anyone planning to explore this Hawaiian paradise. The guide blends practical travel advice with vivid descriptions of Maui’s breathtaking natural beauty, ensuring readers are well-informed. This book takes readers on an...

Ice Cream Dream by Cazzy Zahursky tells the story of a young boy who excitedly visits his favorite ice cream shop with his mother, hoping to purchase a scoop of his favorite flavor, vanilla. When the shop attendant informs him that the store is all...

In The Tempus Glass, Kevin D Miller tells the enchanting story of Elena, a woman who can time travel using a mysterious hourglass relic. In 1863 in Gettysburg during a time of war, Elena works as a spy for the Union Army and uses her...

In Ella’s Enchanted Dream, Ashley Hohmann creates a magical tale of wonder and wishes. One sunny afternoon, Ella drifts off to sleep, the warmth of the sun on her face. When she wakes, it’s nighttime, and she finds herself lost in the woods, trying to...

Donalee Moulton’s Conflagration is a mystery novel based on actual historical events. A fire starts in the merchants’ quarter in Old Montreal on April 10, 1734. When the fire is finally under control after three hours, many homes and businesses are reduced to ash and...

Star Cross Lovers by Elvo Fortunato Bucci is a love story that transcends place, time, and cultural differences. Dante and Miriam lived in the little Italian town of Ortona, during the height of World War II. Italy under the rule of dictator Benito Mussolini was...

Frank, an elderly Joy Elf, is about to retire, and Santa assigns Lim’rick to him as an apprentice. Lim’rick’s first assignment is to help Mrs McCready find the joy within her. Surrounded by daemons that plague her with negative thoughts and memories, Mrs McCready, one...

Karen Brough’s Angie Loves to Dance is a charming picture book that celebrates the joy of movement, self-expression, and embracing each day with gratitude. Perfectly crafted for children aged 4 to 8, the story follows Angie, an adventurous and spirited character who dances her way...

Little Black Cloud by Karen Brough is a beautifully written story that addresses emotions like sadness, loneliness, and the healing power of friendship with simplicity and grace. Targeting young readers, this touching tale appeals to audiences across generations with its universal themes and soothing message...

In Divorce Decision Decoded: The Revolutionary Guide for Women to Get Clarity & Certainty in 30 Days, Mike Fink presents a systematic approach to overcoming indecision in relationships. He introduces "The Decoding Grid," a tool designed to clarify emotions, evaluate core values, and assess relationship...

In Rainbows and Lollipops, author Mo Fanning introduces us to Victoria, who was born Victor, and is now the senior partner of the second-largest law firm in Birmingham. She is friends with Jake who came out when he was a teenager but has recently lost...

When former police detective Michael McLaren and his wife find a photograph and a news article hidden in the walls of a newly acquired house, McLaren is curious. The article is about an unsolved murder fifteen years ago in McLaren’s village, Somerley, in Derbyshire. An...

A thrilling and thought-provoking tale, The Zombie in the Machine by Marco Metz invites readers into a world where advanced technology meets human vulnerability. Set in the near future, the novel examines society’s increasing reliance on artificial intelligence through the perspectives of Lucinda Driscoll and...

Max is a very clever mockingbird. Like all mockingbirds, Max mimics sounds. He loves being in the city with many sounds to mimic. In Brandee Huddleston’s Holiday Hero: Max the Mockingbird, Max is saturated with city noise, from hockey pucks skittering across the ice to...

Dear Girl, I Hope You Know by Emma Meyer is an important book for young girls who need encouragement to find confidence in their own values and the courage to stand up for who they are. The book tells six stories to highlight the importance...

All you need is to believe in yourself. That was the important lesson that Rudy had to learn. In K.A. Mulenga’s Rudy, the Reindeer Who Could Not Fly, Rudy is frustrated and saddened by the fact that he couldn’t fly. Try as he did, run...

Bottom of the Breath is a richly layered novel by Jayne Mills that explores themes of resilience, betrayal, and self-discovery against literal and figurative storms. The protagonist, Cyd Carr, is thrust into a whirlwind of unexpected challenges, from unraveling family secrets to confronting her husband’s...

The Kids’ Book of Worries by Catherine and Jenny Stephenson addresses children’s worries with compassion and understanding. A multitude of ideas and easy-to-implement practices are provided to ease anxiety and calm day-to-day worries. Young readers are encouraged to recognize different emotional states while being assured...