The Cardinal Crime by Simon Drayton will appeal to young adult fans of mysteries, crime fiction, and detective novels. Eighteen-year-old John Smith is a detective for Noble Detective Agency, or NDA. John and his older colleague, Rebecca Young, start an investigation in the small town...

The Devil in the White Mountains by Mark Smeltz tells a terrifying story set in the Himalayas. Lt. Col. Grant Morrison is serving in the British Raj when he's sent to the Himalayas. A remote village is under siege by a man-eating leopard, and Morrison...

Terri Depue's Beginnings, the second book in the Magnolia Creek Series, is for fans of romance, drama, and women's fiction. Harrison Walsh, a prominent lawyer, comes to the cozy little town of Magnolia Creek from San Francisco to persuade his son, Tom, whom he considers...

Munyori and Johannes In 72 Hours by Crystal Charlotte (CC) Lane follows the intersecting lives of Munyori “Yori,” a driven PhD student, and Johannes “John,” a Greek American contractor, over a fast-paced three-day period in the American South at the turn of the millennium. Yori...

The Other Disney by Bernard Leo Remakus opens with a stay-at-home wife and mother, Eleanor D’Isigny (pronounced the same as Disney), receiving a phone call about her son joining a baseball team. Readers also meet Andy, her son, and Val, her husband, a former minor...

Rodeo Requiem by G.D. Obermiller promises to take readers on a thrilling journey through the world of rodeo. Rodeo rider Colton Macrae is found dead at the San Antonio rodeo, but it’s not clear whether he took his own life or not. Nick Fisher’s name...

In Little Miss History Travels to Gettysburg by Barbara Ann Mojica, readers follow an eager young guide who loves the past and encourages kids to join her on an adventure to explore one of the most important small towns in American history. The book sets...

Angela Odusanya’s Amelia’s Loose Part Art: A Night at the Campsite continues the Amelia series with a story that invites young readers to see play, nature, and imagination with fresh eyes. As the third book, this installment feels comfortably familiar while introducing a new setting...

Our Funny Love Story by Byrd Koto is about the relationship between Kamada Eizo and Miyamoto Ran, forced to work together to reach their respective goals. Their partnership begins on shaky ground after they clash over a misdelivered package, and their opposing personalities spark constant...

Shadow of Helios by R. J. Thompson launches with Kaelen Voss selected to represent Earth in the Interplanetary Ascendance, a televised competition that determines who will hold power on the ruling Council. Transported from his home on Earth to Helios Station, Kaelen enters a regulated...

Runika “Run” Tamara Long, a prominent figure in government reform in New York City and a businesswoman, had tried her best to stick by her brother’s side through his struggle with addiction until she couldn’t anymore. When she receives the dreadful phone call announcing that...

Brunt and Eggbert Happen Upon a Wreck! by Jeff Dorrill is a playful picture book that captures the gentle chaos of welcoming someone new into a settled life. Brunt and Eggbert share an enviable contentment, built on shared routines, creative projects, and the quiet joy...

Goldie Bird by Patty Ihm is a coming-of-age story that explores the complexities of family, friendship, and self-discovery. Set in the small town of Charlotte, Illinois, the narrative follows twelve-year-old Goldie Martell as she navigates a transformative year marked by loss, love, and unexpected connections....

A Fragment of Chrome by Miikka Rautioaho takes place in Ocean City, a future city controlled by corporations and shaped by pollution and technology. Body modifications are common, and they create significant differences between the characters. Some benefit from them. Others don’t. The main character...

Two Worlds: One Family by Felicia L. Kenny is a heartwarming children’s picture book centered on eight-year-old Jory, who loves her family dearly. Spending time with her big mixed family always brings her joy and comfort. Jory’s family is unique: her dad is White, and...

Sista, Can You Feel A Brother’s Pain? examines how emotional injury formed in childhood continues to shape adult male behavior, faith, and relationships. Dr. Ovedia Rhoulhac uses the biblical story of Mephibosheth to show how a single moment of harm can redirect a life when...

Deadpan by Harold Eppley offers readers a glimpse into the life of Jackson, a 12-year-old boy navigating the challenges of middle school, family dynamics, and living with Moebius Syndrome. Written in free verse, the story captures the raw emotions and experiences of a young boy...

Echoes of Stark Park: Lessons on Resilience, Growth and the Journey to Legacy by Freddie Owens is a memoir packed with lessons about life and pursuing a passion. His story starts in Milwaukee, a town in the '80s and '90s that was nothing like the...

A Revolution of One by James Munro Leaf is a collection of poetry and prose that offers an unfiltered glimpse into the mind of a young artist grappling with the complexities of life, love, mental illness, and societal struggles. The book, curated posthumously, is a...

Sweetness & Light: A True-Crime Memoir by Melinda Worth Popham explores family, identity, and the complexities of human relationships in mid-20th-century America. Popham weaves her personal narrative with historical events, capturing the essence of a bygone era while examining the impact of family dynamics and...