Nightflower of Comanche Mound by Katlyn Bates is a coming-of-age story with a distinctly different flavor. Charley Kensey is sixteen and, with her father no longer part of the family, is vainly searching for familial connection and her place in the world. She invites herself...

After Anthony is rejected by Olivia, one of the most popular girls in school, his friends take him on a night excursion to cheer him up. Mavro Manor is rumored to house the ghost of a young girl who died decades ago. When they enter...

The Phoenix Effect Part 2: Regeneration by Margaret M. MacDonald is a must-read suspenseful thriller. I recommend that to fully appreciate this thought-provoking sequel, it is important to first read The Phoenix Effect Part 1: The Reuniting. This story opens with Lia believing that Arin...

The Threefold Cord by James Alan Anderson is the harrowing tale of three young boys brought up in the rural hinterlands of Manitoba, Canada by an abusive father who was caught up in a religious cult and a mother who was frequently emotionally absent. Twin...

Adagio for the Fallen is the second installment in the Infernal Symphony series by Maria Giakoumatos. In this gripping young adult horror, sixteen-year-old Luke Reed embarks on a perilous quest to find his missing father, who vanished during a paranormal investigation at an abandoned church....

How people deal with emotional trauma can vary. Following traumatic experiences, people may feel unable to function properly, and, most of the time, are unable to process challenges that lie ahead. The good news is that there are effective ways to cope with the stressful...

The Magic of Children: Reminders for a Happy Life by Jeanne Holmberg is a heartwarming children's picture book that celebrates the invaluable lessons adults can learn from children. While parents and guardians have the responsibility to nurture and raise kids to be kind and loving...

The Attendant is a psychological/crime thriller by Tony Powers. Richard Alleroy, a hedge fund manager at a prestigious investment firm, sees his life slowly unraveling when his partners discover he's been stealing from the company. Set to lose everything, Alleroy comes up with a desperate...

Missy, Mong & Pagoo by S. Nakovic is a bold adventure that takes young readers into the heart of an African jungle filled with mystery, danger, and the bonds of unexpected friendship. Missy—known formally as Miscilla Trent-D’arburn—sets out on a daring quest after her father...

Tiki Time: It’s My Turn by Fates and JJ. invites readers into the enchanting world of Tiki, a young boy with a warrior's heart and boundless imagination, living in the vibrant jungle village of TikiTown. Despite Tiki's brave aspirations, his recent behavior has been puzzling...

All That Shimmers by Kady Ambrose is a beautifully crafted tale that explores themes of identity, resilience, and the transformative power of hope. Set in the enchanting White Mountains of New Hampshire, the story revolves around Vanessa Perkins, a nursemaid trying to navigate her role...

The Lost Heir(s) by D.M. Mewha is a fantasy drama that takes readers on an adventure to the Imaginarium, a world where magical tales and creatures come to life. Albert Drake, an ordinary teenage boy, discovers he is a prince. His life is in danger...

A Collision with Love by Tricia T. LaRochelle is an emotionally charged story about Cassie Griffin, a successful lawyer, navigating the tension between her career ambitions and her marriage. While Cassie strives to achieve her goal of becoming a senior partner at her law firm,...

Originally from Trinidad, Shayaa Muhammad embraces his family legacy and the culture of his Caribbean home. In The Coo Coo Vegan, he discusses recipes handed down from his talented great-grandmother and uncles and he adds his own flair to the dishes. Without using meat or...

In Ava and Maya the Fairy Dragon by Medha Bhaskar, Ava loves to be outdoors and let her imagination run away with her. The forests are full of secrets and wonderful creatures in Ava’s mind. But one day, her exploration into the forest leads to...

The Tire Swing by Crystal Walton is a heartwarming Christian romance that explores second chances. Ellie Barrett returns to her quaint hometown after her Aunt Bev unexpectedly named her as the estate's executor in the will. What should have been a straightforward task quickly turns...

Extraterrestrial Noir by Rich Leder is a combination of science fiction and comedy. The story follows a twelve-year-old genius, Mike Devine, whose already chaotic family life is upended when a mysterious alien device shaped like a boot box crashes into their suburban home. This entity...

A Bug-lightful Discovery by Karen B. Shea is about a girl who likes killing bugs for fun. Standing on Ms. Z’s porch one sunny day, Emelia and her sisters spot an unusual beetle. While Ellery and Jacqueline stare in curious awe, Emelia is ready to...

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...

Jealous Jitzey by Stevi Reed is a children’s book that explores the complex emotions of jealousy and comparison through the engaging tale of Jitzey Bitzey, the often-overlooked sister of the famous Itzey Bitzey spider. Aimed at children in grades K-3, this story serves as a...