Blue Bruce The Christmas Spruce by Amy Lauren Miller is the story of a young spruce tree called Bruce, who lives in the mountains. He is surrounded by taller, stronger trees that in time are chosen to be Christmas trees. Bruce is worried that he...

Soul Food for the Whole Family, written by Alina Olteanu with illustrations by Aurora Escobar is a book of 'Easy Stress Management Techniques for Children and Parents.' Children today experience stress as much as adults do, and this book offers plenty of meditation and other...

Eating 'Round the Toilet Stool is a work of collected poetry in the grief, slice of life, and expressive writing subgenres. It is suitable for the general adult reading audience. Penned by author Aubrey E. Drummond, this interesting work is a soul-stirring poetry collection delving...

On the same day, a hurricane and an earthquake hit Pondville, a town in Nova Scotia, Canada. At first, there does not seem to be any major damage, but then the inhabitants — including Sheriff Harry — discover that the courthouse building is leaning and a...

Recent studies show that reading has dropped substantially over the years. Experts believe this is because young people are less interested in reading for pure pleasure. To nip this unwholesome trend in the bud, some of the most talented storytellers came together in a meeting...

Two villains must deal with other, much more intelligent characters in the two stories collected in Bullies vs the Bold by Chip Colquhoun. In the first story, a greedy leopard puts the jungle at risk, so the animals decide to make a deal with him to...

The Old West can teach modern society much about living. Tabitha Fink and the Cowboy Code by Rick Felty teaches young children civility in a fun way. Tabitha is a one-eyed cat who is the sheriff of the town. The town is full of kind...

Living in a too-small trailer with three older sisters was tough for young Rose. Since their mother’s waitressing job kept her busy all day, the sisters had to maintain the household themselves, which led to inevitable skirmishes. Drew, on the other hand, had a different...

Loss of the Unguarded is the first book in the Descendants of Angels series by Tracy Daley. This imaginative and exciting paranormal young adult novel will have you sitting on the edge of your seat until the end. Treadon Nelson is a high school football...

Courting the Sun is an apt name for this tale by Peggy Joque Williams, set in the court of Louis XIV of France, known as the Sun King. Sylvienne lives with her mother and two family retainers in the town of Amiens. One day, to...

And I Heard the Mourner Say is a work of fiction in the Christian and drama genres. Penned by author M.D. Eaton, this vivid novel is a compelling story set in the aftermath of a devastating loss, exploring themes of grief, resilience, and the complexities...

At the Corner of Destiny and Ingenuity by Paul Owhadi describes Paul's life from Iran to England, finally settling in the USA. In Iran, Paul is greatly influenced by his grandfather, who teaches him the importance of hard work. Another significant event that affected Paul's...

In Tales of the Patriarchs, Jim Shankman introduces us to the world of the silent film industry and its early beginnings. The main character, Sidney, is a youthful dreamer who yearns for a life well-lived. Sidney gets a job in his uncle's studio. It fuels...

A Glimpse Into The Real World Of A Dented Pearl is a collection of life-changing poems by Ayesha Muhammad. The poems have a consistent theme of family love and self-reflection. Muhammad creatively expresses her feelings for her siblings, parents, grandparents, and uncle. She also shows...

Murder at the Summit is the fifth book in the Blake Sisters Travel Mysteries series by Carter Fielding. The adventures of the Blake Sisters continue as their summer getaway turns deadly. Whitt was looking forward to sunny skies and cool waters during a weekend retreat....

In Glenn Somodi's Olly & the Spores of Sapphire Creek, the second installment in the series, readers are immediately thrust into a world of hidden communities, fantastical creatures, and looming threats. Olly Appleton, having uncovered the secrets his grandfather guarded, now faces a new challenge...

In Challenging the Chef, Shanna Hatfield presents a heartwarming love story intertwined with delicious recipes, set in the town of Summer Creek, Oregon. Owen Thorpe, once a celebrated chef in New York, grudgingly accepts to offer cooking lessons as part of an auction for a...

Guardian of the Groceries is a children’s picture book written by Michael Albanese with illustrations by Laura Kirkland. The story follows Henry, a young boy who seeks adventure to alleviate his boredom. One day, while sitting on his house’s front step, Henry wonders where he...

Hop on for a delightful adventure with Loose at the Zoo. Written by award-winning children's author Dawn Renee Young, this colorful picture book follows the adventures of a young boy named Sam and his beloved pet mouse, Gus. Today, Sam and his family are visiting...

In The Blood is penned by author Gary E Smith in the romantic suspense, action, and thriller genres. The plot follows Warren Steelgrave as he navigates the complexities of his relationship with Cindy O'Brian while embarking on a dangerous mission in Italy. Separated from Cindy,...