“With grown-ups close, we laugh and play,/ Keeping us safe in every way.” Sometimes all we want to do is play and have fun. But there are times when we must place safety first. In Dave W Ball’s Hiccup’s Safe Splash Spectacular (I love the...

The memoir, Barely Visible: Mothering a Son Through His Misunderstood Autism, follows author Kathleen Somers' path as a mother raising her son, Jack, who has Asperger syndrome. Somers shares the impact of the loss of her first child, Angela, and the subsequent birth of Jack,...

Retirement Planning That Delivers by Pete Bosse PhD CFP offers a unique look at ways to better your perspective on retirement and your future. Not only will you learn how to persevere through life's challenges to achieve the things that matter most, but you will...

Replays: Short Stories by a Jersey Guy by Gary Hawthorn takes readers on a captivating journey through New Jersey's suburban landscape. This collection of stories centered around life in suburban Trenton and its surroundings captures the essence of everyday life through a lens of humor,...

Espionage Down Under by L. K. Tompkins plunges readers into a complex web of international intrigue as covert intelligence agent Jack Kirkpatrick investigates a disappearance in Cairns, Australia. When his search for Christopher Toby uncovers connections to Russian espionage, Jack must work alongside Australian Federal...

Josh Bottomly's Eucatastrophe is an engaging exploration of personal crisis and triumph over life’s profound challenges. With an introspective tone, Bottomly delves into his experiences of grappling with mental health, particularly depression, and the indelible impact it has had on his personal and professional life....

Boo Bear's Light: an ABC Adventure by Catherine Ann Russell features the alphabet in a fun story. Boo Bear's Mama has just made a delicious apple cake, but where is Boo Bear? Boo Bear is cozied up in a tree, reading a book. When he...

Geri o Shimasu by Alia Luria is a memoir of her time as a law student in Tokyo in the early 2000s, where she was thrust head-first into adjusting to a foreign culture. She finds herself muddling through health issues and everyday hurdles, from securing...

If you are a parent (or like me, a proud aunt!), one of the hardest tasks is understanding how to talk to your child about challenging events or news. You want to protect your child or loved one from any harm, but you also want...

Heads Up Mom by Lori Arnold is an essential book for every first-time mom, mainly about how their daily life will shift as their child grows through the first three years. Lori says that all the excitement around a new baby's arrival can put a first-time mom at...

Verses of the Broken: Echoes From A Fractured Mind by Nyx Thorn is an intense and deeply honest collection of poetry that doesn’t shy away from tough emotions. It dives straight into trauma, fear, and resilience, laying everything bare in a way that feels both...

Downriver: Memoir of a Warrior Poet by Ryan McDermott is a raw and deeply personal memoir that follows the author's life as it is shaped by trauma, yet he somehow manages to find different triumphant moments along the way. From a childhood marked by financial...

Welcome to the S.H.I.F.T. Show by Adam Blevins isn’t your typical self-help book at all. This guide is penned with raw honesty and a no-nonsense approach by a former state trooper turned mental health advocate who challenges readers to break free from societal expectations and...

Generative AI Basics and Beyond by Melissa Peneycad is a must-read for anyone eager to learn the power of tools like ChatGPT for productivity, career success, and creativity. In today's fast-paced world, whoever you are—a student, an entrepreneur, a professional, or an artist—you can learn...

The Golden Rule has become a universally accepted creed that provides the foundation for a better society through its ancient wisdom and unconditional love. Briefly stated, it involves treating others as you wish to be treated. Craig Cline explores this familiar theme and expands on...

Negotiations lay the groundwork for any successful business deal or agreement between two or more parties. But negotiating to get what you want is not always easy. With a background in personal finance, economics, and aviation, Geoffrey Michael brings readers an all-in-one guide that covers...

The Grass May Not Be Greener is a children's picture book written by Hilary Lawrence and illustrated by Katherine Summerville. It follows a bunny who longs to escape the challenges of being himself by transforming into various creatures with the help of a fairy. The...

Survive Grief & Come Back to Life by Paula J Roscoe is a heartbreaking, compassionate, and uplifting memoir of a survivor. It discusses death, grief, and what one can expect to feel following the death of someone dear to them. It contains information on the grieving...

In Unexpected Awakening, Laurie S. Jacobson shares her transformative journey during a 22-day retreat at a Buddhist monastery, where she confronts the aftermath of a tumultuous marriage and deep-seated trauma. The narrative begins with her escape from an abusive relationship and the hope that meditation...

Whispers From the Wardrobe is a short story collection by Amal Hdhili that leans into identity, emotional isolation, and relationships through the lens of garments, shoes, and their owners. In Heaven and Heel: Behind the Forbidden Closet Door, Maya reels in the aftermath of an...