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...

As an educator, I love sharing books that encourage students to be proud of who they are – stories that promote children to embrace their unique personality traits, and those of their peers. Queen Lillie Dancing in the Park is a great example of a...

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...

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...

In today’s society, a little bit of kindness goes a long way, and to build kind, safe communities, it is important to teach the next generation about the value of being warm-hearted. In The Kids’ Book of Kindness by author Catherine Stephenson, the definition of...

“Everyone and everything has a life cycle, which means they have a beginning and an end.” Just like flowers and butterflies. I love the opening paragraph of this book, Someone I Love Has Died. It explains the death of a loved one in easy-to-understand terms...

Your Words Your Love is an inspirational poetry collection penned by Louise Bélanger. This poetic treasure trove is filled with emotive and enlightening poetry that explores topics like love, adoration, obedience, life, faith, hope, peace, joy, and blessings. Each poem offers a captivating short story...

Brotherhood by Fire by Lindy Bell is a powerful tribute to the bravery and commitment of firefighters, combining elements of suspense, drama, and deep emotions into a compelling story. The novel explores the unbreakable bond shared by individuals who risk their lives daily to serve...

Percy Has a Rotten Tail, authored and illustrated by Stacia Vosmeier, is a charming picture book that follows the adventures of Percy, a tuxedo cat whose playful tail frequently leads him into mischief. Inspired by her own pet, Vosmeier creates a captivating story that will...

Emblem: Unity by Solomon Glaukos explores a world where fantasy and reality intertwine, offering readers a thrilling story full of emotional depth and compelling characters. From the first chapter, the novel captures the tumultuous life of Syrus, a young man trapped in a cycle of...