Short Stories from Faraway Places II by Kevin O’Flaherty is a collection of short stories set in varied locations and time periods, examining characters’ interactions with their environments and communities. In Bizi Posa, the story follows Rory in Bilbao as he moves through relationships, work,...

No Free Speech for Hate by Stephen Ford presents readers with a fictional account of Britain's future. It is a bleak reality where universities hold total power over their citizens, and free speech is a thing of the past. In fact, freedom of expression is...

Stephen Ford's To Keep Us All Safe revolves around Jim, an ex-environmental consultant living in England. Jim is tasked with taking care of his elderly relatives during a lockdown caused by the Chimapox pandemic. This lockdown is closely monitored by the Lockdown Patrol Volunteers and...

A Bloody Banquet by Gail Meath is a captivating novel about Preston Stone, an investigator who has been trying to get some information about Vivian Steele, a fashion designer, because he suspects her to be tied to a crime. The annual Hollywood Awards Banquet took...

It’s 1872 in Limestone Cove, Tennessee. Twelve-year-old Ezekiel Gouge watches his Uncle Zeke make sour mash whiskey, and despite his father’s protests, dreams of one day operating a legal whiskey still. Over the course of 67 years, Ezekial marries Panthia, has 13 children with her,...

In When Things Go Missing by Deborah J Brasket, Fran leaves home and travels to the farthest reaches of South America, leaving her family to manage life in her absence. Kay, an archaeology student, remains devoted to her mother but finds it difficult to trust...

In Anthony Pond’s Conquistadors, Ryan Jordan joins a small expedition in central Mexico to climb three of the country’s highest volcanoes under the direction of their guide, Ricardo. After becoming ill at a mountain lodge following a meal in town, he chooses to continue with...

The Fixer: The Shape of Her by Ozzie Logozzo is one of those books that hits you with its intensity right from the very first page. It isn't just a story you read; it’s one you feel. I was completely floored by the prose here....

There was a time when Ehrkon Dara fought alongside the regime's militia, following the regime's orders, but not anymore. Dark times now overshadow the realm, turning the once-powerful warrior into a renegade and a shadow of himself. All that fuels his drive is the desire...

Let’s Celebrate! A Child's Journey Through Grief, Book 3 by Ta'Shay Mason follows the emotional path of a young girl, Jazmine, as she faces life after losing her father. The book explores grief, love, and healing, providing a gentle story for children and families going...

The Harmonyville Tales: The Adventures of Bear and Donkey by K.W. Oliver is a touching collection of stories that blend faith, love, and everyday moments that shape our lives. Set in the charming town of Harmonyville, the book introduces readers to Bear and Donkey, two...

The Unabridged Life of Missy Kinkaid by Kirsten Pursell explores love, loss, and self-discovery. The novel follows Missy Kinkaid, a fiery and complex woman dealing with midlife challenges, including divorce, heartbreak, and the lingering shadows of her troubled relationship with her mother. The story is...

A Brief Letter of Love and Grief to the Cat I’ve Lost by Michael Koehn is about the part of his life he shared with his beloved Snowflake. He talks about how the death of Snowflake altered his understanding of attachment and loss. Koehn traces...

Disenchanted with life at home and planning to escape from rural Pennsylvania, teenage Jack Rathmell thought that voluntourism presented the perfect solution. Visiting South Africa in 2014 seemed like a good idea. How the Rhino Lost His Horn: Cautionary Tales from Appalachia to Africa is...

The fascinating color-changing power of chameleons turns into a charming, vibrant story in The Chameleon Who Couldn’t Change Colors by author and illustrator Nielle P. Marques. Deep in a lush, tropical forest, Frilly is a chameleon who laments her inability to shift beyond various shades...

Amie White presents a beautiful story about loving pets in A Friend for Hope. The story is about Zoe, a nine-year-old girl. One day, her parents notice that she seems lonely. To cheer her up, they take her to the animal shelter and let her...

Hailing from Camino de Santiago, Luga, Spain, Bella Arensico heads to England to pursue her passion for physics. It is not long before she is enrolled at Oxford University, eager to complete a PhD in Quantum Physics. She meets Payman Mehri, heir to a global...

STEAMed Off to China: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math Adventure in a Foreign Land by E. B. Davidson is a well-written novel about Eleanor "Ellie" Brown, a senior engineer with a great skill for solving complex technical problems. A Chinese mobile company, Cphone, is...

Mother's Mega Marrow by Svetlana Kitik is a picture book that uses rhymes and vivid artwork to celebrate gardening, growth, and the joy of sharing. It begins as a mother-daughter team embarks on an adventure that revels in the wonder of watching a single seed...

Beyond the Waiting Room: A Patient Playbook for Navigating the Healthcare System by Jennifer Ash, MD, is a comprehensive guide designed to empower individuals in managing their healthcare journey. Written by a former surgeon turned patient advocate, the book offers a unique perspective, blending professional...