Things Aren't Right by Tony Wright is the true story of 'The Disappearance of the Yuba County Five.' In February 1978, a group of five men headed off to a basketball tournament in Sacramento. One had schizophrenia, while the others had other intellectual disabilities. They...

Get ready to take a grand tour of the cosmos and discover your own place in it with this enlightening short poetry book. Written by Everett Livingston, The Story of You takes readers on a poetic odyssey, traversing through different histories, civilizations, and galaxies and...

Isla is thrilled to be staying at her grandma’s lake house in the woods. There’s lots to observe and natural adventures to enjoy. In Sherry Krehbiel’s First Comes a Butterfly, Grandma and Isla, two nature lovers, observe a Monarch butterfly laying an egg on the...

The Boven Naturals: Secrets of Zephyria by C.M. Rehfus-Wilsek is an enthralling story that combines fantasy, magic, and adventure in a captivating narrative. The second installment in the series follows Paige Connatis, a young woman caught in an age-old prophecy and a power struggle. With...

In The Wounds That Linger by Sandra Preisler and Taylor Preisler, Zoe has just returned from America with her uncle, and everyone is happy that they are back. Everyone is surprised when Zoe mentions she has been invited by Mabel Anderson to her house. Things...

The Little Adventures of Erig the Earwig, written by Andy Evans and illustrated by Lucy Fleming, follows Erig, an earwig, on a series of adventures to learn about life and its challenges. After completing four training challenges set by his mother, Erig meets Bob, a...

In Ella’s Enchanted Dream, Ashley Hohmann creates a magical tale of wonder and wishes. One sunny afternoon, Ella drifts off to sleep, the warmth of the sun on her face. When she wakes, it’s nighttime, and she finds herself lost in the woods, trying to...

Bottom of the Breath is a richly layered novel by Jayne Mills that explores themes of resilience, betrayal, and self-discovery against literal and figurative storms. The protagonist, Cyd Carr, is thrust into a whirlwind of unexpected challenges, from unraveling family secrets to confronting her husband’s...

This beautifully illustrated children’s book by Melissa Robinson is about creating memories of the ones you love while you have the chance. It’s based on the author’s relationship with the real Grandma Marjorie and her African Grey Parrot, Misty. Grandma Marjorie has a magic timepiece,...

To Die Is Different Than Supposed by Alissa Butterworth is a hauntingly poetic exploration of family, grief, and the unspoken truths that shape our lives. The novel offers a lyrical narrative and vivid character portrayals, guiding readers through the Gable family's fragmented yet profoundly interconnected...

Jack Follows His Heart by Jessica Azenberg is a children's picture book. Jack is so excited when his friends take him to their ballet class, but he doesn’t realize how hard it will be. When he struggles on the first day, he leaves the class...

If you enjoy historical fiction filled with intense drama, intersecting plot lines, and fascinating characters, Crossroads of Empire by Michael J. Cooper is for you. Although this is a sequel to Cooper’s Wages of Empire, it stands fully on its own two feet. Set during...

When Life Gives You Homeschool Lesson Plans by Ebony Jackson is a witty and encouraging guide for navigating the often chaotic world of homeschooling. With a conversational tone and relatable anecdotes, Jackson delivers plenty of practical advice for parents at all stages of their homeschooling...

The Ministry of Flowers by Guy Arthur Simpson is a highly intriguing novella that follows the story and experiences of Lorenzo who, with his wife and partner, lives in a world that is visibly and terrifyingly changing daily. Lorenzo is perceptive and intelligent, a man...

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,...

Crimson Leaves by John Donovan Lambert blends timeless classics with contemporary verses to celebrate love in all its forms. The book offers readers a kaleidoscope of perspectives on romance, from the passionate odes of Shakespeare, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Robert Burns, and Rabindranath Tagore to the...

The Echoes Beneath by J. M. Ammoun is a compelling exploration of interconnected lives against Midian's complex societal structure. The novel, characterized by its intricate plot and well-drawn characters, examines the echoes of individual actions in a city caught between the powerful Syndicate and the...

Anne E. Beall’s Embracing Self-Compassion: Meditation Journeys for Self-Kindness is a practical guide offering deep reflections to help people cultivate self-compassion. She opens with a candid exploration of her personal struggles with judging and perfecting herself. Each chapter is structured with a different theme that...

Oscar Comes Home by Audra Shine is the story of a little boy who has been asking his parents for a puppy for months. After a talk about responsibility, the family gets everything they need: a collar, food, and toys. Then Oscar arrives, a miniature...

The Ring and the Sword: Book Two of the Chronicles of the Lawbreaker by Larry Z. Daily is a captivating story filled with adventure, destiny, betrayal, and redemption. The story centers around Lauren, a man wrongfully accused of murder, who is on the run. As...