There’s nothing like rhyming verse and colorful illustrations to attract a young reader’s attention. And the topic of differences and similarities is something very appropriate for young readers. Children are always comparing, looking for what’s the same between people, between animals, and what’s different. So,...

Hugs are important. They offer comfort, reassurance and compassion. But listening is also important, especially when listening includes instructions and rules. Sam and his sister have a problem with instructions. Their mother instructs them to stay out of the mulberry tree, but the berries are...

Libraries and Books and Words... Oh My! is an inspirational story about illiteracy (and how to overcome it), written and illustrated by Carey Rigby-Wilcox. Narrated from the viewpoint of Carey’s children, they talk of their mother’s extreme fear of going to the library. As a...

Hip Hop Hurrah! Zoo Dance by J.R. Poulter is a young children's (3-7 years) illustrated book about animals dancing and otherwise actively moving for fun. They are dressed as people with the intent of engaging young readers to relate to the spirit of movement and...

The Stargazer's Embassy by Eleanor Lerman is a gripping sci-fi story about alien abductions with great flair of originality and a cast of compelling characters. Julia Glazer has known about alien abductions since she was a child; her experience wasn’t a pretty one and not...

Looking for a great, imaginative adventure? Join the Zippitty Bears and fly to wondrous worlds in Zippitty Bears by J.R. Poulter. The Zippitty bears take the young character in the story on an absolutely amazing adventure that defies the imagination. Who would have thought that...

What is life like as Ben and his family travel from Australia to visit his friend, Anik, in rural India during the holiday season? In Ben in the Land of 1,000 Mangoes: Multi-Ed Series, Book 1 by J.R. Poulter, children will not only learn about...

Adventures in the Bush: Africa to Alaska is a collection of nonfiction adventure memoirs written by Bruce K. Wylie. Wylie’s early love of the outdoors and adventure was honed by episodes of Roy Rogers and The Lone Ranger when he was small. He yearned to...

Realizing River City by Melissa Grunow is a gripping memoir that will rattle the emotions of readers, having them navigate the gray zones of loss, the power of compassion, and the excitement of hope. A story that answers the not-so-often asked questions of womanhood. The...

In Flex Mom: The Secrets of Happy Stay-at-Home Moms, author, mom, and life coach Sara Blanchard tackles the sometimes toxic dichotomy of motherhood. Are you a Working Mom or a Stay at Home Mom? Instead, she offers a third choice; one that rightfully puts the...

Discovering the Joy in the Journey by Debbie Herrington-Mitchell is a non-fiction inspirational book about how cancer impacted Debbie Herrington-Mitchell’s life. This is a book that would appeal most to a mixed audience of mature young adults and adults who have or have had cancer,...

Widowed: Moving Through the Pain of Widowhood to Find Meaning and Purpose in Your Life Again by Joann Filomena is a short book, and I expected to finish reading it in just a few hours. Instead, I found myself needing a day to digest each...

Predictive Analytics by Eric Siegel is a detailed but readable overview of a somewhat complex math-driven prediction technique which uses sophisticated computer programs to analyse and extrapolate information from large amounts of personal data - data which is generally available from internet, social media, and...

The Robbie Petersen Exchange (The Acts of the Dragons Book 2) by Jarrod and Isabella Edge is a highly imaginative story based on four siblings with extraordinary skills, who also work for the FBI. The children go on a secret mission to uncover information about...

What happens when a child loses his favorite toy? What lengths would you go through to find it? Where's Bear?! by J.R. Poulter is an adorable children's picture book about a family's desperate search for Baby's missing favorite toy, Bear. Baby has been all over...

The Mad Moon Mission is from the files of The Amazing Adventures of Skinny Finny and Super Spy Wobblebottom – a humorous children’s tale written by Andrew Guile. Skinnius and Tubbius Finny (aka. Skinny and Tubby) are ten-year-old twins. Whilst receiving an award from Queen...

The Goddess You: Principles for Living in Soul Alignment is the perfect book for anyone looking to better their life through positive guidance and divine healing. Included in the book are definitions of angels, personal stories, breathing exercises, information about chakras, and my favorite, bonus...

If you like well-researched novels based on some fascinating, if sometimes brutal, true American history, Mud Puddlers by Shaun Bailey is for you. On one level, it’s the fictional story of William Black, a Hoover Dam worker who dabbles in union organizing and illegal gambling....

Good health just does not happen, one needs to make a plan to live a better, healthier, and happier life. Eat Smart, Live Long: There Is No Diet That Can Do What Healthy Eating Can by Alicia Merrell is a useful guide that examines the...

In Raincheck by Marlo Lanz, when Liv decided to join Gabe for his four month band tour, all she was looking forward to was hanging out with her best friend, having lots of fun on the road, and a chance to work on her thesis....