The Broken Fife by Gary C. Demack transports readers to the American Civil War, where Junius Hart's determination to rescue and free his love, Ruby, drives him through the chaos and moral complexities of a nation divided. This historical narrative weaves together themes of love,...

Danika Smith aspired to gain admission to veterinary school. When she failed and worried about her future, she decided to travel for a year to reflect and clear her mind. Luckily, she found a website that allowed her to exchange work for room and board....

“What would you get if you crossed a ghost and an elephant?” And, how about this one: “Why did the computer go to see a doctor?” Please don’t ask me; I’m not very good at word puzzles. However, completing this exercise and solving the puzzle...

Ichi-ban Goes Hiking in the Fall by Julie Maurer is the second book in the Ichi-ban series. Ichi-ban is happy because Mom is taking her on a fall hike in the Colorado Mountains. It’s a long drive but when they finally get there, Ichi-ban is...

Ichi-ban Goes Hiking All Year Long by Julie Maurer is a children's adventure book featuring Ichi-ban, an active dog, as the narrator. This tale follows Ichi-ban's hiking adventures throughout the four seasons, sharing the joys, surprises, and challenges of exploring the great outdoors. Each season...

Miley Speaks: A True Story of Love, Loss, Grief, and Reconnection by Lisa Peachey and Carol Elizabeth Long is a deep dive into the spiritual world of humans, animals, and their interactions. When Lisa and Dene Peachey lost their beloved dog, Miley, they were devastated...

Born to Trouble: The Clan Donald Saga Book 4 by Regan Walker continues the superb historical fiction series built around the Donalds and their kin in the Highlands and Isles of Scotland around the 15th century. Alexander is Lord of the Isles and heir to...

I was thoroughly engrossed in the mythological revenge drama The Red Fiend by Ranjit Moore. Telling an engaging and dramatic tale of a demon king set on a path of vengeance against the divine being who killed his mother, this book uses Eastern cultural touchstones...

A.K. DuBoff's Stranded: Starship of the Ancients Book 1 is a riveting space opera set in deep space on Aethos. The new planet's atmosphere, green rolling hills, open fields, and rich, thriving ecosystems are expected to provide a habitable environment for humans. The first group...

When we meet the Harper family they’re about to go to an amusement park. Once they leave, we meet the stars of the story, Herbie and Holly. These two mischievous pet hamsters can’t wait for the family to leave. Hamster Hijinks begins with the hamsters' excitement...

Minnie's Science Spectacular! by Jessica Azenberg introduces young readers to the joys and challenges of science through the eyes of a charming character, Minnie. When Minnie faces the task of delivering a science presentation, she feels overwhelmed and doubts her intelligence. This story unfolds within...

In Thomas and the Butterfly, written by Jessica Azenberg and illustrated by Li Liu, Thomas the kitten lives with his mother and grandmother. One autumn morning, Thomas invites his grandmother to play, but she is too ill and must rest. Later, his mother takes her...

Greene Farm (When You Wish...) by Dan Wafford is a children's story that takes readers on an adventure with Nipper, a playful puppy searching for a new life at Greene Farm. When Nipper arrives at the farm, he and young readers are introduced to a...

From ants to zebras, there’s so much fun to be had in alphabetically punning living creatures, both animal and insect. In Dan Wafford’s If Kangaroos Wore Tennis Shoes, there’s more to this rhyming story than kangaroos in tennis shoes, jumping so high that you’ll never...

Children of all ages will love this picture book by Dan Wafford. In The Life of Jesus, he shares many important events that happened while Jesus was on earth two thousand years ago. Starting with the birth of Jesus, Dan includes the event at the...

Dragons Make The Coolest Pets by Dan Wafford is a delightful picture book that humorously details the advantages of having a dragon as a pet. The story follows a young boy who has a pet dragon named Smokey, whom he loves dearly. He explains how...

Do you remember what being seven was like? In Dan Wafford's Being Seven Stinks, he provides a reminder for those of us who are a little bit older than seven. Martin is a blond-haired, blue-eyed seven-year-old. After introducing himself, he states that being seven stinks....

Solving the Anxiety Equation by Wendy Leeds expertly explores the complexities of anxiety and provides a practical guide to understanding and managing fears. The book is divided into detailed sections, each focusing on distinct aspects of anxiety, from self-doubt and fear of change to physical...

The Chronicle of the Versemaker by Craig C. Charles is a compelling historical novel that examines the turbulent lives of intellectuals during the siege of Leningrad. The protagonist, Joseph Orbeli, is a museum director tasked with safeguarding the precious artifacts in the Hermitage Museum as...

Dan Wafford’s Business As Usual redefines workplace mismanagement. If you think your managers lack vision and administrative competence, the bosses at The Fabulous Shinoleum Car Wax Company will make you appreciate your own leadership. When George Washington Lincoln—Vice President of Sales, Marketing, and Employee Morale—learns that the U.S....