When The Banshee Howls by John W. Leys is a beautiful collection of poems about various subjects like life and loss. We can see how magnificently this is done by how he brings these poems to life. The Wild speaks about the unknown in the...

In the Midst of Wolves by PL Novak explores friendship, survival, grief, and love themes. This coming-of-age story follows the lives of two close friends brought together by tragedy. After eight-year-old Leigh Blackwell’s father disappears, she is left to care for her mother, who breaks...

How do you write a “historical romance” set in today’s rather unromantic society of cell phones, motorcycles, fancy cars, fast sex, and guns? You write it the way Cynthia L. Clark has written Boulder Girl, Remember Me When the Moon Hangs Low. Even the title...

I Love You the Mostest is a delightful ABC picture book written by Holly Moore. As many different animals from both past and present sink into nightly slumber and annual hibernation, they take the opportunity to tell their families how much they love them. From...

On the Corner of Liberty and South Loring is a work of non-fiction in the memoir, autobiographical writing, social and cultural writing subgenres. Penned by author Francis Coughlin for the general reading audience, this is a heartwarming and nostalgic journey through the life of the...

In Secrets of the Kashmir Valley by American scholar Farhana Qazi, the author tells an unforgettable true story. It is about the women of the Kashmir Valley as peaceful protestors, political activists, and the prime victims of a brutal war. It is a place of...

In Aldo Renaldo and the Renegade Alphabet, Aldo has been working hard to learn the alphabet. He finally feels ready to recite it to his mom, so he calls her to listen. To his dismay, the letters start acting strangely and confusing him. As he...

Sixteen-year-old Izzy Brown refuses to end up as trailer trash. When opportunity comes knocking for her twin brother, Axl, in the form of a football scholarship at a prestigious high school, Bardo Academy, Izzy ensures she’s included in the deal. Overnight, the Brown family is...

Going to museums is an entertaining way for children to learn about history, and they will recognize important aspects of culture and art. Back to the Museum introduces us to Ryan, a boy who visits the museum every Saturday. On this occasion, his father encourages...

What would you do if a character escaped from a book? What if that character was a monster? Four children will have to solve this problem - one more time. Hungry Howard (that is the monster's name) had already escaped once, and it did not...

Holey Moley and the Darns of Many Colours is a gorgeous children's picture book. It's fun, engaging, and colorful. Barbara Hyslop's book is perfect for ages 2-6. The drawings are original, creative, and lovely. It follows Moley as he plays around freely, making holes in...

Loving the Wrong Guy by Holly Kerr is a fun and entertaining read. Demi is a trusting and sweet soul from Toronto, Canada, who has taken a weekend trip to Las Vegas. Her boyfriend back home, Justin, does not like that she goes anywhere alone...

Emptying the Nest: Getting Better at Goodbyes by Morgan Baker is the author's memoir as she recounts her struggles. Most mothers go through empty nest syndrome, and Morgan was no different. She had to say goodbye to a litter of puppies as they went to...

Reflections From the Heart by Zainool Hamid is a heartwarming collection of poems celebrating love in all forms. The book opens with "Where are You, My Dearest," a moving poem about a man yearning to be reunited with his estranged lover. "If You Have Nothing"...

Winston James Witherspoon attends a grand picnic in the lands of Wynken, Blynken, and Nod, where many people and animals are having fun. He meets Charlie Prince, and the two strangers feel an instant connection while smoking, drinking, and chatting about trains. The two meet...

Boo-Boo the Shih Tzu: Happy Birthday Boo-Boo! is a children's story by Michelle Blanshei about a dog named Boo-Boo who is celebrating his birthday with his family and friends. Boo-Boo loves parties, and his parents putting up decorations sets the tone for all things fun...

Stikki the Squirrel by Jane H. Wood is about a brave and clever gray squirrel capable of defeating many threats. This children's book is set in the quiet gardens of a small town in the heart of Wales. Stikki and his two sisters, Mollie and...

Juliet Rose’s Catch the Earth features the journey that Audra and Luke experienced after boarding a charter plane. Fleeing from an abusive husband, Audra took the flight not knowing who she was anymore. She saw two athletic men talking but then noticed that one of...

This Side of the Darkness by Andromeda Storm is a dark narrative that Annie relates as she navigates life while fighting monsters. Annie viewed her mother as perfect, unless her father was home. Their fighting escalated until she witnessed her father push her pregnant mother...

Felix the Fox and his Fiery Temper by Lindsey Coker Harris is an entertaining and educational picture book for children. When things were going Felix’s way, he was a pleasant young fox with a sunny disposition. However, when something upset the little guy, his fiery...