“Hurry and wait—that was the way of the Royal Navy.” For Lieutenant Joseph Duncan, the protagonist of Sailing Toward the Tempest by Kent M. Schwendy, things are much more complicated than that. The story begins in 1795 aboard HMS Fidelity, where Joseph serves as a...

Imagine a mysterious space station where adventure awaits. A dream world of contrasting sensations, with riddles to be solved, and endless potential. K.R. Gadeken has created just such a place for readers to explore in Space Station. The narrator discovers a strange new world, where...

Metaphysical Sherpa: Misunderstood Mystic (Evidence Edition) by Nick D. Mirisola is an expansive non-fiction exploration of spirituality, science, and the human experience. In this deeply personal yet meticulously researched work, Mirisola shares his spiritual awakening alongside empirical evidence, offering a rare fusion of mystical philosophy...

Contemporary romance, chick lit, and drama fans will enjoy Detour to Love: The Cedarwood Spring Clean Romance Series: Book One by Erica Sams. Anna Diaz needs a spa getaway before she takes a decisive step in her career as a pastry chef. A storm ruins...

We the Men by Jill Elaine Hasday examines the historical exclusion of women from public commemorations, national narratives, and legal recognition. Hasday talks about how women's contributions have been marginalized in monuments, celebrations, and education, while men's roles have been championed. Hasday speaks on how...

The Legend of the Serpent Witch by F.P. LaRue begins with Ollie, a twelve-year-old boy who begins noticing strange items and marks in the woods near his school, which could be linked to recent child disappearances. Along with his friends, Mellie and Scotty, he investigates...

The ties that bind a family aren’t always the same. In Every Family is a Tree by Andrea Z. Ali-Panzarella, readers are shown how those ties can grow in many different ways. It’s a children’s book emphasizing that families are created and forever connected. Through...

Chelsey Elise Young skillfully brings together the tropes of coming of age and coming to faith. Set on a university campus, The Sweet Experiment follows undergraduate Payton’s desire to change who she is to attract the attention of her college crush. Influenced by her friends...

The Silk Robe: Justice, Power, and the Secrets Beneath by Raymonde Q is a propulsive thriller that plunges readers into the world of 1990s American justice. Irene Dunne is an esteemed Administrative Judge who wields her authority with poise and conviction. Yet, beneath her efforts...

Catching Waves by Dawn Marie Hooks is an inspiring story about Raleigh Hager, a girl who became the youngest professional wakesurfing champion in the world. After a family trip to the beach, Raleigh was captivated by the waves and determined to ride them. However, living...

Since You've Been Gone by Angela Grey and Paige Peterson is a suspenseful and emotionally charged mystery that continues the Dakota Killer Thriller series. The story follows Laci, who, after reconnecting with her long-lost triplet sister, Willow, plans to finally meet her in person. However,...

Love, Light & Other Beautiful Lies: A Poetic Memoir of Spiritual Materialism by Sean P. Russell is a collection of poems with a deeply powerful exploration of the human experience. Through verses, personal memories, and honest reflections, it takes the reader on a journey of...

The Book Collector Trilogy by Tom Story is a collection of three stories that explore the transformative power of books. In the first story, The Book Collector, a curious young man visits a bookstore where he meets an aging book collector. This encounter teaches him...

Sunset at the Hotel Mira Mar is a collection of 28 poems penned by Herb Guggenheim. These poems recount the life story of a narrator called Pete Sussman. The poems are divided into three sections and cover Pete's life -- from his early childhood experiences...

Over There by Jane Loeb Rubin begins with Eli and Miriam, a newly married couple immediately thrust into World War I. After their honeymoon, Eli enlists in the Medical Corps just as they begin adjusting to married life. Miriam is unable to serve due to...

In 1996, Pres Maxson was 16, spending his summer vacation in Paris alongside his young sister, Liz, at their aunt and uncle's place. While roaming through Chinatown, an encounter with a street musician named Lucky Chain left a deep impression on Pres' young mind and...

The Apple That Fell Far From the Tree is a children’s picture book written by Trevor Crafts and Aaron Burakoff, featuring illustrations by Mister Hope. The story follows a young apple that grew in an orchard in the countryside. Although he looked like his family...

In Between Will and Abandonment, Robert Letters offers an exploration of spirituality, encouraging readers to adopt an independent practice rooted in introspection and growth. Inspired by a parable in the Gospel of Mark, Letters links the balance between exerting your will and surrendering preconceived thoughts...

Idle hands are the devil's workshop. This age-old adage is perfectly encapsulated in this humorous short story by Amanda Gockel. Slow Joe is a delightful picture book that follows the laziest man on Earth, Joe. There is nothing in this world that makes Joe move...

We have all heard our moms repeat common sayings throughout our lives. All over the world, mothers share unique words of wisdom with their children when they're younger and often even when they're older. Mama-isms: Words, Wisdom, and Wit celebrates the role of mothers in...