Crimson Leaves by John Donovan Lambert blends timeless classics with contemporary verses to celebrate love in all its forms. The book offers readers a kaleidoscope of perspectives on romance, from the passionate odes of Shakespeare, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Robert Burns, and Rabindranath Tagore to the...

Prolific author Tuula Pere cooks up another educative children’s picture book in Axel’s Baking Day: Axel and Ava. Axel loves Saturdays. On Saturday, he bakes fresh buns and bread with his mom. One Saturday, an emergency at his grandparents' home takes both parents away. Axel...

Giant Legs: Little Fears by Tuula Pere tells the story of a young boy named Elliot. Elliot is shy, introverted, and struggles with social anxiety during large family gatherings. During his grandfather’s birthday party, Elliot, with the loving support of his Uncle Stephen, builds self-confidence...

The Swishing Shower by Tuula Pere is a delightful children’s book about overcoming fears and embracing new experiences. The story centers on young Sam, who dreads taking showers, longing for the comfort of his baby bathtub. His older brother, Niles, steps in with creativity and...

Dragged Down Deep by Michael Okon is a captivating tale that follows Logan Osborne, a passionate cryptozoologist burdened by his past. After surviving his last quest to prove the existence of the legendary Thunderbird, Logan returns home only to learn of the re-emergence of the...

Stella and the Berry Bay by Tuula Pere is a heartwarming story about Stella, a young girl who is excitedly preparing to start first grade. With a new bike and the support of her family and friends, everything seems to be going well. However, her...

Betty Birdington’s arrival at the village of Berry Bay attracted much attention. Not only was she a newcomer, but she was also replacing the pharmacist who had treated the villagers for twenty long years. The people scrutinized her every move, from children gawking at her...

The days before Christmas are often the busiest time of the year, although the Perkson family took things one step further. Mrs. Perkson was busy creating knick-knacks all year long, with a penchant for handicrafts. Mr. Perkson amused himself by decking the home with an...

Colin the Crab Finds a Treasure, written by Tuula Pere and illustrated by Roksolana Panchyshyn, is a compelling tale about the true value of friendship, kindness, and humility. The story revolves around Colin, a modest and hardworking crab who does not indulge in expensive items....

Glass in the Blood by John M. Reeves brings together the stories of two desperate characters who are caught in a dangerous international conspiracy. Fatima is a Yemeni mother whose life has been plagued by abuse. In her remote village, her son is her only...

Destroy All Monsters, book two in the Holiday Spirit series, combines gothic horror, romance, adventure, and dark humor in a thrilling adventure destined for greatness. Author John DeGuire recreates age-old monsters and has them working together to simultaneously define their place in the modern world....

Children of Madness by Jarrett Brandon Early presents a haunting and innovative epic fantasy that defies traditional genre boundaries. Set in the toxic, forgotten town known as the Stenches, the novel follows the Sour Flower Gang on a dangerous quest to locate the mythical Snail-Gods...

Imagine a mouse running loose in the opera house! Can you imagine the mischief? And yet, in Tuula Pere’s The Mouse of the Opera, Maurice, a curious little wood mouse, has an exciting time exploring the opera building after hours and again during the performance...

If you could grow anything you wanted in your very own garden, what would it be? In Tuula Pere’s My Sunflowers, Millie longs to grow something other than the boring vegetables her parents grow. She wants to grow something bright, cheery, and colorful, like sunflowers....

Traveling can be fun, but it can also be a little scary, especially for the younger ones in the family. In Tuula Pere's Do You See Me When We Travel? a little boy voices his insecurities on a family road trip. From the standard, much-loved...

Tuula Pere's gorgeous children's picture book, Colin the Crab Falls in Love, is a must-have for all young readers. It follows Colin the Crab on his quest to find the love of his life. Colin the Crab is well known for his craftsmanship and kind heart....

War Never Ends by Anthony Pond is a soldier’s story of their war. Sergeant David Jordan is in a French hospital, wounded during WWII. The morphine between surgeries has sent him back to the front, reliving his war, from the training camp in Florida to...

Axel likes to visit his grandmother. She often gives him treats, and when he visited today, she served him a bowl of blueberries. However, just before Axel could start eating, Grandmother had to answer the door. She was taking a little longer at the door,...

Tiny Whispers by Vicki Johnpeer follows Cory, a tiny hummingbird who writes stories about a group of children called The Pals: Cara, Buddy, Aimee, and cousin Jed. Cory shares their adventures, homing in on their moments of emotional growth, such as learning to be patient,...

Beyond the Bullet by Heidi Yewman is a deeply personal exploration of the lasting impact of gun violence. Through a series of interviews, Yewman amplifies the voices of survivors and families who have endured the unimaginable loss and trauma caused by shootings. Each chapter offers...