Herb Guggenheim’s The Nothingness Imperative is an unconventional work of speculative fiction that blends science, memory, and existential humor. At its heart is Skip Gershwin, a weary adjunct professor whose life is as cluttered and frayed as the canvas shopping bags he hauls to class....

Aurelia by Dominique Wright follows Aurelia Livia Serenis, the High Vestal of Rome, and General Cassian as they secretly develop a forbidden romantic relationship despite her sacred vows and Rome’s strict laws. Their mutual attraction leads to clandestine meetings and emotional devotion, risking severe consequences....

After the Before by Ernie Gammage shows us a hauntingly beautiful post-apocalyptic landscape, where memory, mystery, and survival weave together in unexpected ways. Scavengers Sophie and Markus stumble across a mysterious sealed box buried in the ruins, hundreds of years after a global collapse. Driven...

Samantha McManus’s Earth’s Midwife is one of the most eye-opening nonfiction books I have read this year. This reflective memoir chronicles her journey from a childhood spent in isolation in Alaska to becoming a spiritual doula and healer. The narrative traces her early awakening to...

The Warlock by Michael J. Andrisano Sr. returns readers to the magical world of the O’Flynn family in the third installment of the Harold & Megan Adventures. After surviving mythic encounters in Ireland, the family comes home to New Jersey hoping for normalcy, but high...

Shadows on the Heart by Elizabeth Oldham follows Lita Bravo, a fierce and independent mixed martial arts fighter, as she navigates the complexities of her life, from the adrenaline-fueled intensity of the cage to the emotional challenges of family relationships and personal transformation. After the...

Mask of Her Reflection in Venus by L. A. Espriux is a heartfelt collection of short stories that cover themes of identity, illusion, and finding meaning. Each story introduces different characters going through pain, loss, or deep thinking. The first story is about a woman...

God Complex for Beginners by Naza Semoniff is a witty and thought-provoking book that explores what it means to crave power, influence, and mythic status in the modern world. The story is not a traditional narrative, but rather a playful guide for anyone who has...

Paul Buchheit's 365 Sonnets: Celebrating Each Day with a "Little Song" is a collection of the author's original work, all in classic 14-line poems, with each corresponding to a day of the year. Buchheit links the date to both real and widely known holidays, as...

Dr. Sampson of the FBI died while presiding over the Reservations Case. His heartbroken protégée, Special Agent Samantha Wright, took over the case to make her mentor proud. There were serial killings of boys around their twelfth birthdays on Indian reservations in the US. Following...

Shakespeare at Pooh Corner by Veronica Knox is a whimsical and imaginative novel that blends magical realism with historical intrigue. The story explores themes of identity, creativity, and the interplay between childhood innocence and adult introspection. At its heart, the book intertwines the fantastical world...

Greenhouse Gardening for the Absolute Beginner by Jaden Rivers is a highly recommended beginner’s guide for those wishing to get a greenhouse and don’t know how to get started. This book shows where to begin and walks you through how to grow your food throughout...

The Pentacle by Marieke Lexmond brings The Madigan Chronicles to a powerful and emotional close, drawing together the tangled threads of magic, family, and fate. As the Madigan women grapple with the aftermath of prior battles, the search for the Pentacle becomes the final test...

The Copper Isle Ghostslayer by Terri Greening is a captivating thriller that revolves around the experiences of Layla Devereaux. Armed with expertise in photography and journalism, Layla travels to a secluded island to look into the murder of a lighthouse tour guide and prove that...

Raising Future Adults by David Krasky is a comprehensive guide for parents. Spanning topics from mental health to academic performance, the book offers practical strategies grounded in contemporary and everyday challenges. The author explores modern parenting dilemmas, such as the debate between helicopter and free-range...

The Tale of the Orphan Magician by Dr. Bill Senyard tells the story of Amaratzim, a land where dragons, trolls, dwarves, and humans clashed after a rebellion against the Great King. Narrated by an ancient Sakalon dragon, Rahgornah, it talks about Raziel, a young street...

A long time ago, Eris was the closest thing to a superhero. That was until terrorists injured her and killed her husband. She went berserk, destroying everything before disappearing. Over a hundred years have passed since those dark days, but Eris is still around. She...

Baxter Allen thought that everything was back to normal after finally casting Ifrit out of his life for good. No more wishes granted through manipulation and murder, and Bax’s loved ones are safe. Still, his guilt-fueled nightmares continue to haunt him, and to silence his...

Isabella Falconeri’s In the Mountain’s Shadow is a powerful and emotional story about survival, family, and our choices. It follows Park, an older woman who leaves her family behind in a desperate attempt to give them a chance at life when a doctor offers them...

After the mass shooting of July 2020, a disastrous event orchestrated by angry extraterrestrials on Earth, human beings had signed ‘The Pledge’, a peace treaty of sorts, to help make peace with the extraterrestrials. Now, five years later, a lot has changed on Earth for...