Sparkle by Alexandra Hoffman is a beautiful tale of encouragement for young children who might be struggling at school. Jasmine is a gracious little girl who loves to listen to stories. She loves stories to be read to her, but she has one problem—she doesn’t...

The Duck Who Couldn't Swim by Lee Porter is a children's picture book that follows the adventures of a young duckling who struggles to swim. Marigold has everything she could have wished for as a young duck -- a loving family and a home near...

The Scarlet D is a contemporary romance novel by Kirsten Pursell. After separating from her husband of thirty years, Scarlet has mixed feelings over having an emotional affair with an old flame during her marriage, which had lost its luster by then. She leaves Southern...

This week I’ve been thoroughly engrossed by Charles Paul Collins’ historical novel The Remembering: Of Leather & Stone. A fictional account of the lives of real members of the author's family throughout the ages, this book manages to give a compelling insight into the history...

Lunch Tales: Suellen by Lucille Guarino tells the captivating story of a successful 28-year-old female attorney working in a reputable law firm. Suellen gains tremendous support from her work friends through their lunch conversations. She is a firm believer in living large. Having inherited generational...

Stella and the Magic Stone by Tuula Pere is a delightful children's picture book about a brave young girl and her love for Grandpa and rocks. It's summertime, and Stella loves to go to the rock quarry with Grandpa. They spend a lot of time...

Jonty and the Giant Pike is the second picture book in Tuula Pere's Jonty Series. Jonty loves everything about fishing. This summer, he and his dad are building a fish pond for raising rainbow trout, something he has been dreaming about forever. While Jonty's mom...

Dancing Valley by Karen Black is an enchanting fantasy novel that weaves together themes of identity, magic, and belonging. Following the tragic loss of her adoptive parents, Anita seeks solace in nature, only to find herself lost in more ways than one. A chance encounter...

The Bronson Escapades by Alison Bellringer takes readers on a delightful journey with the lively Bronson family. The book’s episodic, slice-of-life structure follows the Bronsons through various humorous and heartfelt episodes centered around a family mystery or challenge. Each chapter highlights the children's unique personalities...

The Owl and the Shepherd Boy by Tuula Pere is the story of a young shepherd who finds himself in a precarious situation that forces him on a challenging journey to reach home. Nicky's father leaves him in a mountain meadow with a herd of...

Join two young adventurers as they try to build their own tree house in The Tree House Night by Tuula Pere. This summer, Emma and Oliver plan to build a tree house on their own. Oliver is a bit worried about taking the old boards...

Raspberry Red is a children's adventure book written by Tuula Pere. A young girl named Aino wakes one night to find her father sitting on her bed, dressed in his winter coat. Aino doesn't know where her father is going, but she knows it is...

Gifted and Distractible by Julie F. Skolnick is a heartfelt book designed to help parents and educators understand and support their twice-exceptional (2e) children. The book is divided into three parts: Understanding, Strategies, and Advocacy. To effectively help your child, you first need to comprehend...

My Dog, Moss by Alison Bellringer is a heartwarming story that celebrates the timeless bond between a boy and his loyal dog. Set in the picturesque New Zealand countryside, the tale follows Jayden, a young farmer, and Moss, his devoted sheepdog, as they navigate challenges...

Buddy is a rescue dog, left at a shelter for days. No one seemed to want to adopt him until Luke came along. Now the two are inseparable. In Alison Bellringer’s Surprise at the Beach, Luke and Buddy spend a lot of time roaming the...

Whisper by Alison Bellringer is a poignant story that follows Britney, a young girl raised in an abusive home. Every day, Britney lives in fear of what her alcoholic father might do to her and her mother. Despite her efforts to avoid angering him, he...

In Search of the Lost Words by Yoshito Darmon-Shimamori is a vibrant and heartfelt graphic novel aimed at young readers navigating the complexities of multilingual and multicultural identities. The story follows Anna, a bilingual protagonist, as she embarks on an imaginative journey to reconnect with...

In Longevity for the Lazy, Richard Malish identifies heart disease, cancer, and accidents as the leading causes of death in America, with atherosclerosis contributing to cardiovascular diseases. While medical advancements have reduced deaths from infectious diseases, cardiovascular disease and cancer have become dominant causes. Malish...

Anxiety, stress, and depression plague modern society. We struggle to find true friends despite the opportunities offered by social media. We often feel lonely, isolated, and misunderstood. The lavish lifestyles advertised on TV and the internet are not affordable for everyone. As a result, we...

Treasure of the North is Minda Gomez's fourth book in her Martinez Kids Adventures series, which imagines adventures for three siblings, Rico, Diego, and Araceli around Minnesota. The Martinez kids find themselves thrust into a virtual reality treasure hunt when their neighbor, Don Toño, gives...