It is strange how often trauma or unexpected setbacks can bring about profound change for the better. This was certainly Walden Harrison’s experience. Having been raised in a hippie-style community that aimed to build a self-sustaining model society, he progressed to being a successful businessman...

Willa R. Finnegan’s book Snow: Cursed features many characters from well-known fairy tales and mythology. Very few have been omitted, from ancient Greece to modern-day films. This story starring Snow White takes a very different path from the one we all know. She is a...

Maureen Burkley's Lucky For Me is the author's story about her tough but highly rewarding journey with her dog. The author's German Shepherd, Lucky, went from a traumatic experience as a puppy to being rescued by a caring human. As Maureen drew closer to Lucky,...

Monster Mountain by Stacey Bartlett is a middle-grade adventure that blends folklore, fantasy, and the charm of childhood friendships. Set against the backdrop of Western North Carolina's rich legends, the story follows Nicky, her brother Ben, and her online best friend Winnie as they embark...

Sometimes, our loved ones can get sick or suffer from an illness that takes time to recover from. Gentle Hugs by Lily Guzman is about a young boy who spends his days communicating and sharing with his beloved dog when his mother falls ill. Alex's...

Armando and the Amazing Animal Race by Diana Schaffter is a wonderfully crafted middle-grade read with a touching story and compelling environmental message. Central to the narrative is Armando, a twelve-year-old boy, who sets off on an exciting journey across continents with his eccentric grandmother...

When No One Else Believed by Ron Tripodo is a memoir that starts in 2003, when Tripodo's wife, Patsy, began showing signs of a serious illness. Over the next few years, Patsy’s health deteriorated, leading to a diagnosis of herpes simplex encephalitis, a rare and...

In Hey Dad..., Rob J. Finlay provides practical guidance on career, entrepreneurship, personal finance, and life skills. He details his job search experience as a finance graduate in 1992, sharing strategies for targeting companies, networking, and excelling in interviews. Finlay talks about his transition from...

A Rose in Plotlands is the fifth standalone novel in The Heart of Plotlands series by Dawn Knox. Rae Kinsley was nine years old when she met Jamie MacKenzie, the son of a boatyard owner near Dell Quay on the Fisbourne Channel. Despite their different...

First Day Feels by Amy Sage and Roni Nocon follows Mateo and Penny on their first day at a new school, experiencing a mix of excitement, nerves, and uncertainty. With guidance from their parents, teacher Ms. Thomas, and classmates, they learn strategies to manage their...

My Mommy is in Heaven is a children’s book by Dr. Shawna L. Della Cerra and Alexander R. Della Cerra. The story is about the journey of a young triceratops who has lost her mother. The story follows the little dinosaur through ordinary moments—doing laundry,...

Kid Scientists at the Beach is a children’s picture book written by Dallas Woodburn, with illustrations by Spencer Liriano Navarro. The story follows Harper and Theo, two young scientists who have a delightful day at the beach. They set up a tent with their mothers,...

Father From a Putrid Tree by Richard Hodge is a gritty, multi-generational story that explores the dark legacy of the McConnell family, beginning in 1915. The novel opens with Archie McConnell, a poor but determined bare-knuckle boxer who unexpectedly wins a championship fight and becomes...

Anne Has an Alligator by Margaret Bain follows the titular little girl adapting to a world where every person is assigned an animal companion at birth. Unlike her peers and their less awkward companions, Anne receives an alligator. Her family moves to a new town,...

Rosemary, Now and Then by Christina Larson is a moving and honest memoir about caring for a mother with dementia. The narrative follows Rosemary, a lively and creative woman, as she faces the challenges of multiple strokes and memory loss. Her daughter, Chris, a retired...

Mark Klaassen’s memoir, Bone Voyage: Following One Surgeon on the Journey of a Lifetime, is a journey through medicine, faith, and humanity. Bone Voyage offers the deeply personal and inspiring story of his career as an orthopedic surgeon. Dr. Klaassen uses anecdotes to recount his...

Zoomarble: A Madcap Space Romp by Adam Swetnam throws siblings Joey and Clarissa into a completely ridiculous, over-the-top adventure when they realize their new town isn’t just full of weird neighbors—it’s also the front line of an alien invasion. Suddenly, they’re not only dealing with...

Fresh out of college in Greenville, Illinois, with an associate’s degree, wannabe journalist Avice C. Moor moves to Gamber, Florida to take a job as the Gardening & Entertainment reporter for the Gamber Herald Times. There’s not a lot going on in Gamber but Avice...

Suzan Johnson's We Need Bees is a delightful children's book about Randy, a little boy who enjoys spending time outside among nature. One day, he notices his mom looking sad because of the condition of her flowers. Her garden doesn't have any bees to pollinate...

Dancing with Our Selves: A Practical Guide to Harness the Ego and Live on Purpose by Brittany Hopkins Switlick is an engaging book about understanding and harnessing your ego self in healthy ways and cultivating a stronger connection with your higher self. As the ego self...