The Secret in Our Genes: Out of Africa and Into the World by Buelo Addaeyah is a profound exploration of heritage and ancestral journeys that transcend geography and time, offering young readers a vivid gateway into the past. This book is not simply a history...

In Journey Through The Forest of Thimbleton by RJ Smith, Arthel is an orphaned teen raised in the village of Ferall Woods. The villagers have embraced him as their own, but he longs to discover his true lineage and venture into the woods beyond his...

Emotions are part of what it means to be human - they ebb and flow, they show us what our emotional temperature is, and they help us make decisions. Teaching kids the difference between our emotions can help create a more emotionally resilient and healthy...

Micah's Wish by Pamela S. K. Glasner and Judy Brulo is full of friendship, adventure, and hope. Micah is a German Shepherd. He's being raised on a farm with his parents, siblings, and Farmer Adler. His fondest wish is to carry on the family legacy...

The Fool: Lillith by Van Kell kicks off an ambitious 21-book series inspired by the Major Arcana of the tarot deck, starting with the card that signifies fresh starts and limitless potential. This first book follows Lillith, a mystical figure who is learning to embrace...

Join an exciting time-traveling martial arts adventure with Phoebe An Lee's Shaman Punk Princess. Born into a noble warrior family of shamans, Ling Jinlei is a young martial artist known for her Flying Crane fighting style. However, after a shocking betrayal, Jinlei's village is attacked...

Daddy Is Different Like That is the second book in the Daddy Like That Series by Mary McMahon and Jennifer Bucciero Boyles. Rachael and Laura marvel at the way their father says and does things. He has "Big L", or lasagna, for lunch and can...

High Feathers by Chancie B. Davis is a delightful children’s book that radiates joy and laughter, capturing the adventures of Lulu Duck, a character whose infectious enthusiasm and unique greetings make her unforgettable. Lulu’s trademark “High Feathers!” greeting not only spreads cheer but also celebrates...

Avatars of Destiny: Nexus by Ess-Jee Rautenbach blends science fiction with fantasy and explores the clash between technology and magic as Nexus, an android infused with alien intelligence, challenges the fate of two worlds. Designed as a bridge between Earth and Elyria, Nexus perceives himself...

I Am King Chameleon! I Demand to be Seen! by Ben Okon is a vibrant and engaging seek-and-find children’s book that captures the imagination with its colorful narrative and illustrations. The story revolves around King Chameleon, a charismatic character who seeks attention and recognition in...

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...

Can you forgive and forget? Sometimes, it’s difficult to do. What if you were told that a vicious predator had changed and could be your friend? Could you forgive him/her and go to his/her party? In Hilary Lawrence and Katherine Summerville’s A Leopard Never Changes...

It’s never a good idea to gossip, especially when sharing something that was meant to be kept a secret. In Hilary Lawrence’s Loose Lips Sink Ships, the Royal Pigeon Post is the only means by which the king sends his most secret messages. It was...

Bella Santini in the Land of Everlasting Change by Angela Legh is a delightful middle-grade coming-of-age fantasy novella. Bella Santini is a fourteen-year-old, ordinary-looking girl living an ordinary life. She wants to spend the summer inside, painting all day, yet her parents dragged her with...

Every day is a busy day for Benny. In Susan Montgomery’s Benny’s Big Heart, Benny sets out to visit the library to listen to children learning to read. They appreciate the calming effect of Benny’s presence. There are patients at the hospital who need to...

Intercessor by John Robert Still revolves around Jim Hampton, a former North Carolina lawyer who travels to New Orleans, hoping for a fresh start. Jim, a religious cynic, meets Myriam, a young bartender who is highly spiritual and vocal about her faith. Unknown to him,...

New Star by Lana Christian tells the story of Akilah, a well-renowned astronomer and Persian Magus priest who discovers a star connected to a pivotal Jewish prophecy. In the wake of political tension in Persia, the sudden arrival of this unique star prompts Akilah to...

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...

Silent Sounds by Anthony P. Mauro Sr. is a nostalgic, coming-of-age novel set in the summer of 1960 in the fictional coastal town of Manhassett Beach. Told primarily through the eyes of six-year-old Westin “Wes” Marino, the story captures the quiet magic of childhood curiosity,...

The Eagle Scout Picture by Gary Kidney is a razor-sharp espionage thriller that plunges readers into the perilous heart of Nazi Germany through the eyes of Frederich ‘Zelly’ Zellner. A young American forced to adopt the identity of a Hitler Youth, Zelly becomes a lone...