The Dr. Seuss quote at the beginning of Things of Little Consequence introduces aspects of the book’s theme. John Casey contends that complex questions—often with questionable motives—should be answered with direct, honest simplicity. Little consequence refers to common perceptions deemed to be culturally insignificant that...

In the hopeful historical romance novel, Loving Beth by Bonnie Rose Ward, tragedy precedes a joyous and beautiful ending. When she was just five months old, Beth McCullough’s father joins the Union war efforts. Beth’s mother manages to support herself and her daughter after his...

In A Second Bite, Robert E. Kearns beautifully depicts the story of Cathal Dunne, an elderly man longing for a fresh start in life. The narrative captures Cathal's deep reflections on a journey filled with hardships and missed chances. His quest to rewrite his story...

The black diamond hung high up in the sky. People had named it the Anomaly. It had plunged the world into disarray ever since it appeared in the sky seven years before. Cars no longer worked. Roads developed deep cracks. Humans were forced to live...

Lawrence loves it when his father reads him mythological stories and makes voices. Unfortunately, his father is not always home because he is in the army. Each night, Lawrence stares up at the stars, hoping for his father's safe return. One night, Lawrence sees a...

Born Torn: Kiara Noir Mother Nature Series by Suz Eglington begins the story of Kiara as she uncovers secrets that change her life forever. Kiara knew no one from her extended family. Growing up on a Colorado reservation with her mother, she wasn't fond of...

To Kill A Unicorn by DC Palter centers around SuprDupr, a startup tech company in Silicon Valley. One day Sumire, now a lawyer, walked into her ex-boyfriend Ted Hara’s office. The last time they saw each other was years ago. Ted thought she came to...

I love bubbles, don’t you? Sadly, though, they don’t last long. They drift upward and float around briefly before popping. Pamela James has a different story. The Orange and Ginger Soapy Shampoo: A Bubble's Story follows the adventures of two magical bubbles, M.E. and Lumy....

Hyphened-Nation: Don’t Check the Box by Nicole Draffen is a non-fiction philosophical memoir wherein the author provides insight into her transformative outlook following a spell of living in the UK. Draffen focuses on the differences she encountered as an ethnically diverse woman who is outwardly...

Rise of Dresca is an epic fantasy by Tim McKay. Left for dead by Athamein Tarvor and his cult, Valdaris Drascar, a former artillery captain of the fallen nation of Ceremai, rises from the throes of death to transform into someone who spells doom for...

A Tryst in Paris is a work of fiction in the historical fiction, sci-fi, and romance subgenres, and it forms the opening novel to The Carousel Time Traveler Book. It is suitable for the general adult reading audience and was penned by author Anne Armistead....

Full Circle: Lucia's Story by Robert J. Saniscalchi is an inspiring tale about family, friendship, and love. The story unravels in 1967, in the town of Creakwater, New Jersey, as Vincenzo, Lucia Rossi’s abusive husband, loses money again in a game of poker with his...

Words have the power to change the world. They also provide a window to express the deepest thoughts, desires, and feelings accumulated through experiencing the world surrounding us. Wide Canvas is the seventh book in Anil Annaiah's motivational series that offers readers a unique perspective...

Messy Plans is the eleventh book in the Love Plans Series by Mona Risk. Dr. Matt Lopez has rigid rules about dating coworkers in his department. When he hires a nurse practitioner, Cathy Cooper, her credentials impress him, but her natural beauty is undeniable. He...

The Ghosts of Minera Springs is a young adult mystery by Charles Franklin. The book starts by transporting us to Minera Springs in the summer of 1982. When ten-year-old Tobi Sloan is sent to live with her grandparents at the farm, she can't wait to...

How We Go On: Self-Compassion, Courage, and Gratitude on the Path Forward by Ken Druck, Ph.D. is an empowering, thoughtful guide to finding a way forward after heartbreaking loss. Druck leads us into a personal examination of each stage of our lives from childhood, including...

Nature Ninja Saves the Natural World by Tania Moloney will appeal to anyone who wishes to make their children more aware of environmental issues. The Ninja asks pertinent questions about nature and the environment. The book mentions deforestation, ocean pollution, and global warming to make...

Half a Cup of Sand and Sky by Nadine Bjursten is a masterfully crafted novel that seamlessly blends personal narratives with the backdrop of political upheaval and cultural nuances. Amineh's character is the heart and soul of the story, and readers become deeply invested in...

What better way to kick off your writing career than with a story that ticks all the boxes when it comes to compelling, realistic characters involved in current concerns like nefarious hacking and terrorism, neatly bundled into a thoroughly intriguing and complex plot and explored...

Pearls of Light: Passion, Poetry and Positive Affirmations by Andrew Pacholyk is a shining collection that effortlessly weaves together the realms of verse, feeling, and uplifting affirmations. This is a heartfelt journey that embraces readers with its poetic verses while guiding them toward self-discovery, empowerment,...