Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
Mikaila Emery’s life seems quite ordinary until she encounters a brilliant manifestation of holiness in a dreamlike vision. There, she sees her best friend get in a terrible car accident: With a cavalier attitude toward both her safety and her faith, Mikaila’s friend Chara climbs into an SUV thinking, “I could put my seatbelt on, […]
A forlorn, dark fantasy that begs readers to get lost in its pages. Ever since the breaking, the world has suffered one cataclysm after another. And though the next cataclysm is always around the corner, it is the job of a Vigil Hunter to delay such an inevitability as long as possible. Scyllus is one
England has seen its fair share of turbulent times, and Oliver Thorne happens to be coming of age in one such era. The grandson of a military man, young Oliver serves his country as any loyal British boy in World War I can. He is a proud and dutiful Scout and he takes this commission
Once an ardent supporter of his chosen political faction, former virtue marketing professional Adam Brand is now adrift. He has no motivation, no direction, no job, and no prospects. Jaded by the antics of right-wing conservatives and unimpressed with left-leaning supporters, Adam is done with the flawed parties that ruined the country that once was.
Rich with themes of resilience and honor. As far as Cylos is concerned, peaceful Malgar exists only in magical stories about a period before his birth. His father speaks fondly of the time when the land was protected by Shadow Casters, those with the unique ability to summon wondrous creatures from another realm. But Cylos
A dazzling young adult fantasy novel you’ll love getting lost in. Fresh from their final lessons at the Shadow Caster Sanctuary, Kaito, Sumi, and Nigel are embracing their positions as the newest members of the Legion of Shadow Casters. Their first assignment as junior officers has been successful so far, despite the best efforts of
At the tail end of a lackluster high school career, Calvin McShane is stumbling toward college with more questions than confidence. He’s a competent athlete, but rarely the star. He has friends, but often feels out of place. His family isn’t broken, but it’s far from the glossy picture of 90s domestic bliss. And his
A teen fantasy novel that feels destined for the big screen. Malgar is a land whose fragile peace came at great cost, and nobody knows this better than Master Toshio. Having lived long enough to witness both the purge of shadow casters and their reinstatement, Toshio’s perspective shapes the training he provides for the three
Blood on the Trail has no hokum, just authentic terrors rooted in persistent whispers. Nestled within California’s rugged North Coast region, Lost Grove couldn’t be further removed from the impersonal city life Seth Wolfe left behind. With the end of unethical practices at Orbriallis, his recent promotion to chief of police, and a blossoming relationship
A philosophical journey that is intellectually rich and thoroughly enjoyable. On Wednesday morning, Aurelia Tueri died. But thanks to the technology she received as a refugee to Senhika, death was only a temporary situation. While Aurelia is glad to be alive, having a fancy AI enhancement wasn’t an advancement she asked for. Still, when she
A family-first novel steeped with mythology and shrouded in mystery. We can’t choose our family, but we can choose how we strengthen and mend our family bonds. For Makoto, a young woman torn from her homeland years earlier, her surrogate family includes a powerful Emperor as father and a palace filled with princess sisters and
A big-hearted tribute to small towns and enduring love. Breakups are seldom easy, but for Morgan, this one stings more than most. As if getting dumped by a man the world idolizes weren’t enough, Morgan is basically evicted from his fancy NYC apartment with zero fanfare, zero notice, and zero options but to head back
A sweeping multi-generational adventure. Sometimes the interconnection between myth and science is not a collision of opposites but a conversation between wonder and reason, with each trying to explain the same mystery in different ways. Folk Secrets by Brent Wheelbarger embodies that complicated intersection. It blends American folktale, history, and speculative science into a sweeping
An intelligent novel with drama that will grab readers from the first page. In The Case Against Jasper, Clifton Wilcox confronts the haunting terrain of truth, lies, and condemnation through a gripping exploration of guilt, justice, and perception. Jasper, who is described as “a young squirrel with a tender heart and a troubled brow,” is
A story of profound love, resilience, and the hard-won hope that comes from staring into the abyss and choosing to walk back into the light. Can a pulse-pounding murder mystery and a sweeping, passionate romance coexist in one story? Reservations by Theresa Janson deftly blends these genres, and the result is a richly rewarding experience
A sweet and nostalgic coming-of-age romance that captures the fleeting magic of a summer. A Summer Lasts Forever is a heartfelt story that explores self-discovery and the power of young love. The novel follows sixteen-year-old Ginny Edmunds, whose father takes their family from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to spend a summer away in Vermont. Frustrated at being
A whirlwind adventure of the heart and mind. Vesta escaped the authoritarian world of Hestia years ago in search of freedom, but now finds herself living on the edges of galactic society. Her trajectory changes when the Galactic Legion tasks her with a secret mission back on her homeworld, placing her under the command of
A sweeping emotional tale that blends intimacy with a perceptible sense of suspense. The Story of You by Daniel Maunz is a poignant novel that intertwines the complexities of parenthood, communication, and the weight of unspoken truths. At its center is Will Banfield, a devoted father trying to reach his four-year-old son, Quince, who is
A decadent mix of interplanetary politics, interspecies drama, and epic action sequences. School’s back in session, but Weun Academy isn’t like other schools. Then again, Eisah Tanner isn’t like other sixteen-year-olds. When his crew of Earthers is attacked by a group of Redborns looking for trouble, Eisah does what he has to do to survive.
A novel that fuses suspense, indulgence, and tenacity. St. Columba is a long way from Vermont, but it is the place Gemma calls home these days. Here, among sun-drenched Caribbean beachlines and sunburnt tourists, this young woman makes ends meet by selling timeshares during the day while retreating at night to Luna, her beloved, dilapidated
A heartfelt tribute to the craft of storytelling, the faces that inspire it, and the communities that nurture it. Weaving together flash fiction, memoir pieces, essays, and stories rooted in everyday encounters, The Long Red Hair and Other Short Stories by Nancy Martin is a fast-moving collection that peels back the curtain on ordinary events and
A seedy thriller steeped in atmosphere and authenticity. Part-time PI Eddie O’Connell has long existed in the shadowy alleys of Chicago’s racetracks, betting parlors, and backroom deals. He’s gotten into a rhythm managing a growing family bar, but these days, he isn’t the center of attention. Most people would say Eddie was punching up when
A dramatic love story with a heart of gold. All Fired Up by Carmine Valentine follows Marianne Dunaway, a romance novelist whose return to Orcas Island is anything but peaceful. What begins as a quiet homecoming quickly spirals into danger when threatening messages and cryptic symbols surface, hinting at buried family secrets and a long-lost
A dazzling example of bold, fearless writing that stretches and entertains. Hong Kong is nothing if not dynamic. And nobody capitalizes on the fray quite like Chaz and Lu, two impulsive young men whose fondness for reckless bets—cockroach races, no less—lands them in dangerous debt. To escape their predicament, they are drawn into an improbable
