Brenda Coffee’s Maya Blue is a memoir of unusual strength, resilience, resonance, and purpose. Her story reads like a mainstream thriller but her voice is so candid and conversational that readers will invest unconditional trust in even the most alarmingly shocking sections of her narrative....

In Onward: A Life on a Sailboat, Mark Tedesco crafts a captivating narrative about Jovanny, a man who turns to the open seas after a personal tragedy in search of solace and understanding. From the picturesque coastlines of Amalfi and Santorini to the historic depths...

Children are known for their vulnerability, sensitivity, and receptiveness to learning good or bad behavior. They should be protected and shown love and care by their families. What happens when a child's immediate family becomes a source of pain, torture, and abuse? What happens when...

Bergthora's Saga by Reiner Prochaska is an enigmatic tale set in 1019 in Iceland. The country has recently adopted Christianity as its new religion, but some dwellers remain dedicated to the old gods and practice dark magic. Bergthora, the main character, is mourning the loss...

Dancing with No Shoes by Scott Lindgren is a powerful coming-of-age story centered on David Hardy, a teenager with cerebral palsy who refuses to let his disability define his future. Set during one transformative summer in Boston, the novel masterfully interweaves elements of romance, mystery,...

The Aim to Endeavor by Susana Henschel offers a reflective journey that combines the artistry of poetry with the visual impact of scenic photography, creating a unique experience of self-discovery and emotional exploration. Henschel weaves her narrative with an intuitive understanding of human emotions. The...

Miley Speaks: A True Story of Love, Loss, Grief, and Reconnection by Lisa Peachey and Carol Elizabeth Long is a deep dive into the spiritual world of humans, animals, and their interactions. When Lisa and Dene Peachey lost their beloved dog, Miley, they were devastated...

David Stordahl's 401(k) Basics: A Short Guide to Understanding Your Investment Plan is a refreshingly accessible entry into the often complex world of retirement planning. This guide on business and finance seeks to clarify the 401(k) plans that have significant financial importance for more than...

Unleashing the Power Within by Lisa McCarthy is a collection of original poems that cover multiple themes, with each reading as a standalone, and all ranging greatly in length, tone, and tenor. The poem New Year, New Chapter uses a rhythmic, chant-like structure and an...

The Water Carriers by Gregory Greunke is a gripping environmental thriller set in a near-future world where controlling water means controlling power. The planet's freshwater supply has somehow ended up concentrated in just two places - Cambodia and the Ivory Coast. That's where we meet...

Mother of Red Mountains by Apple An is a compelling story set in 20th-century China that follows Jun, a young girl who faces a series of tragedies that profoundly change her life. She loses her father, who did not see the importance of education; her...

Mitch had not wanted any part of it, nor had he asked for it, but he had been dragged into a war between two ancient cosmic races, the Dydals and the Zins. The Zins had planned to open the Gate, a portal that would unleash...

Magna tells the life story of Philomene "Magna" Francis, an extraordinary woman who overcame severe poverty and adversity to become the matriarch of her family, becoming a symbol of hope for her descendants and extended family. In this captivating memoir, Anderson Reynolds gives a comprehensive...

The Race on Mermaid Reef is a children’s picture book written by Tamara Rittershaus and illustrated by Alvin Adhi. The story follows Abby, a crab who loves to boast about her speed and her ability to race faster than the other sea creatures. One day,...

In Roxana Arama's The Regolith Temple, the narrative unfolds during the Lucretian Era. Yamir, a neuroscientist, transfers a copy of his brain into an android named Y1. In this android form, Y1 regrets not previously spending quality time with his wife and son while in...

Imperiled by Alexander Hans Schmitt, with Vonnie Gene Schmitt, is an exciting space adventure that moves fast from the very start. It follows Junior Commander Anaiya Sonra, who is wrongly accused of smuggling and has to go on the run to clear her name. She...

Dottie Hogan hopes to start working at a gallery her Aunt Lois owns in Blue Holly, a small Appalachian town where she spent summers in her childhood. Dottie is almost broke after a painful divorce. She is not ready to take another blow: her aunt...

The 1960s saw profound social and political change, particularly in the United States of America. It was in this world that Helen Miller spent her formative years as a young black woman at a time when the civil rights movement and black consciousness were making...

In Shelbo’s Adventures in Technology: A Trip to the Dentist by Michelle L. Dean, a young girl goes for her first appointment with her dentist, Dr. Incisor. One of Shelbo’s back teeth has a small cavity that hurts a little. Her dentist explains that eating...

Fried Taters, written by Peni Clark and illustrated by Penny Weber, follows Pammy Lee, a young girl who loves her Mamaw’s crispy fried taters. When the potatoes run out, Pammy decides to take matters into her own hands. Armed with an ear of corn that...