In The Art of an Enlightened Woman, Sarah Voldeng defines empowerment as internal personal power derived from strength, confidence, and responsibility for one’s choices. She references Socrates on self-knowledge and continuous learning as foundational to empowerment. Voldeng’s Formula Factor Theory balances energizing “fill factors” and...

The ReShift Pulsers Saga: Origins by William Ricker begins in the 1920s in Cotonou. Childhood friends Kivon Kingsley and Vincenza Eghosa discover a magical African oak tree that is a gateway to Aveklanu, a hidden realm filled with wonder and danger. Aveklanu is divided among...

Little Joe and the Big City by author Mike Darcy follows the adventures of a curious puppy, Little Joe, as he navigates a thrilling trip from his country farm to the bustling city. Overwhelmed by new sights and sounds, he escapes from a fenced yard,...

Until I Come Back for You by P.A. White is an unforgettable coming-of-age novel told through the eyes of a sharp, observant young girl, Patricia Anne—known as Trisha—growing up in 1970s Michigan. When her family abruptly leaves Detroit for a rundown farm in the countryside,...

Give Me a Solid: Rediscovering Food and Joy When Chewing or Swallowing Proves Difficult by Joanne Brouard outlines her experience living with oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy (OPMD), detailing how she adapted her lifestyle and diet to manage dysphagia. She discusses strategies like posture adjustments, vocal cord...

Tiny Bird by Sabrina Edralin is a heartwarming tale that beautifully captures the essence of courage, self-belief, and the unwavering support of family. The story follows Tiny Bird, a small and seemingly fragile hatchling, as he navigates his fears and doubts to achieve the monumental...

The Side Hustle by Colin Conway is a gripping mystery about identity, money, and the blurred lines between hustle and survival. Jacob Kidwell’s death could easily be ruled as an accident, except for the fact that Detectives Quinn Delaney and Marci Burkett suspect foul play....

The Long Cold Winter by Colin Conway is a police procedural with a difference. Detective Dallas Nash is set to return to work at the Major Crimes Unit after losing his wife, and he’s assigned a cold case to help him settle back in. It’s...

The Blind Trust by Colin Conway is the third book in The 509 Crime Stories series. Sheriff Tom Jessup is working hard in his county, trying to keep things safe, but things never work out as they should. When a suspicious death takes him to...

The Suit by Colin Conway pulls readers into an unforeseen wave of vigilante violence referred to as 'the knockout game.' This heinous 'game' involves delivering an intense one-punch assault on unsuspecting strangers. Sadly, there is a shocking twist to these attacks—the intended targets are solely...

The Value in Our Lies by Colin Conway is a riveting tale that revolves around the Criminal Task Force of the Spokane Police Department and its senior detective, James Morgan. This street-smart cop is far from being a saint! Morgan makes unscrupulous decisions, but he...

Concrete Wings: One Man’s Fifty Year Journey to Personal Freedom by Beverly Gandara is a historical novel that follows the life and struggles of Julian Vida, a Cuban immigrant, and his journey to inner freedom. It is the eve of the event that has come...

Robin Lamont's "Wright For America" feeds the hunger for mystery, adventure, passion, and comedy in one extraordinary story. The action centers around the believable talk show host Pryor Wright, who spews venomous ultra-conservative tirades which our protagonist Maren believes contributed to the injuries inflicted on...

The Agent Runner by Simon Conway is a fascinating look inside the secret intelligence world operating in Afghanistan and Pakistan. Simon Conway's first act outlines the raid to kill Osama bin Laden, and speculates on the spy-craft involved. Ed Malik — Asian, British, Muslim, an...

In Another Summer by Rebecca Stevenson, Tracy lives and works in Boston and has not taken a vacation in a very long time. When her mother suggests renting a house in the seaside village of Wentworth Cove, Maine, where she spent some time many years...

The Psychic: A Young Adult Paranormal Thriller, Volume 1 is a paranormal mystery written by Rupert Fox. Elizabeth Wood is suffering from recurring nightmares that vividly recreate the tragic death of her parents when their car sank into the waters of Loch Lochy. She was...

If there is anything I love better than the movie Taken, starring Liam Neeson, it is the second book in this thrilling series: Inescapable — Remembering by Madge H Gressley. A beautiful woman, Darcey Callahan, sets out to locate her missing boyfriend, driving from Texas...

Yvonne's Cookbook Let's Eat! by Yvonne Hendricks is a book that will delight all those who love to cook and eat. In this book, the author shares her recipes and tips with readers, but in addition to this, she tells personal stories and introduces us...

It doesn’t take much time to have Frizzle win your heart as a sweet blue frizzle from Happy Town, USA. Frizzle Meets Frazzle in France by Rhonda Goodall is cute, entertaining, and educational. I loved this heartwarming book for its charming appeal for early readers,...

Ren and her family are out at sea on a sailing trip when their idyllic holiday is cut short by a mysterious meteor shower, which damages their boat and leaves them stranded with no possibility of rescue for a considerable period. She takes it upon...