Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
Sean ‘Recon’ Wallace earned his nickname for his impressive tracking and hunting skills. And so it is that Sean happens to observe a disturbing scene near his wilderness home in rural Georgia. Three men are seen breaking into a neighbor’s cabin with a female hostage in tow. Sean is compelled to jump into the knight […]
An exciting and enjoyable out-of-this-world adventure! In a future where food is produced via a 3-D printer-cooker and space travel is not uncommon, a young girl becomes the center of an intergalactic prognostication. A visitor from the planet Kryg gives twelve-year-old Sam a device that enables her to travel to their planet, where she finds
A brilliant psychological thriller that plays on readers’ basest needs and desires. What do you do when your domestic bliss turns into a waking nightmare? Bree Michaelson’s life descends into chaos when she wakes up to find that her newborn son, her husband, and the live-in midwife have completely disappeared. All have vanished, leaving no
A thoroughly well-imagined story in an elegantly described fictional world. What do you do when everything falls apart? Jespar Dal’Varek likes to turn the page. And if things go awry again? No problem. Turn another page. The story begins with Jespar on a new page in his life. He receives a lucrative but mysterious invitation
Awakening is a sensual love story that spans hundreds of years, divided into three distinct parts. Jezebel thrives on solitude and emotional insulation. Her traumatic past fades into the recesses of her mind as she throws herself into her small cleaning business and the monotony of life. But when an alluring stranger comes into her
An absolute must read for any little animal lovers in your life. Good Luck Chestnut And Other Lucky Colors of the World is a richly illustrated book for young children that is sure to stoke the fires in a playful heart. The pages feature horses and children in every color, size and season. With wonderfully
A riveting story that has no shortage of sizzle. A heartfelt comment at a funeral urges twenty-nine-year old Ari to make the best use of her time, to truly cherish the people around her. And up till now, that’s what Ari thought she was doing. As she begins to examine the fine line between happiness
One character. Two storylines. In order to pursue a revolutionary political movement, Gareth-Nada diverges from the course that his family had set out for him. His trajectory would have included an education that positioned him to have a greater share in the prosperous family business, but he chooses to pursue a revolutionary political movement. Joining
A book that early-teen readers will absolutely devour. Some people eat their feelings, but fourteen-year-old Cat Anderson bakes them… literally! This peppy tale begins on the most epic last day of summer vacation. Cat and her bestie/cousin have a big day planned that revolves around sunshine, awesome hair, and boys. Everything is falling into place
Effortless yet sincere collection of intimate human stories. “But nothing stays the same. Not forever. Not the wars or the weather or the wind.” From the humble work of a shopkeeper to a single heartbreaking moment of loss, The Old Men Who Row Boats and Other Stories is a delicate collection of incisive short stories
America has just suffered the greatest attack it has ever seen. An international group of enemies, including many sleeper cells within the country’s borders, have begun the process of overtaking the country through the coordinated use of dirty bombs, prison camps, and the destruction of the nation’s infrastructure. Although only twelve years old, James survives
A decadent take on an endearing work. “As Edmond Dantes was mummified alive in the darkness beneath Monte Cristo, he reflected on the events which had brought him there.” These ominous words set the tone for the wild adventure that is The Mummy of Monte Cristo. The story begins with a bright-faced Edmond on his
A thought-provoking financial guide. What does a man who lived in the 1700s know about life in today’s world? Technologically speaking, not much. But on matters of human nature, the advice of an astute observer of the world is timeless. Theologian John Wesley is such a man, and his advice on finances is as practical
If you think all librarians are meek older ladies wearing horn-rimmed reading glasses with pearly beaded straps, then Syntell Smith’s novel is going to totally alter your opinion of these hard-working state employees! Book Endings is a character-driven drama that focuses on the employees at the 58th Street Branch Library in bustling Manhattan. The theatrics
This adorable book is reminiscent of the vintage Sesame Street Library books of yore. Daisy Mae gets the news that her mom got a new job and they’ll have to move. Only this isn’t simply a move across town or to a new school. This is a trip across an entire ocean to a whole
A relaxing getaway into the wintery Scottish countryside. The holiday season is underway at Dunhaven Castle and for Cate Kensie, a newly minted Countess, this means she’ll have to put her time-travel adventures on hold until the festivities wind down. And when Cate isn’t working on research for her book, she’s helping her friend from
Liam is on a strict career path in medicine. His rare time away from work is devoted to sleep or maybe a few beers with his friends, but there isn’t a chance he’s getting into a relationship. Anna is in a similar situation. She basically runs a fitness studio and finds fulfillment with her small
“No mask for me,” declares Murphy when his mommy asks him to put on his mask before they go outside. Whether it is because they don’t want to stand out or they simply don’t want to be told what to do, this sentiment is mimicked by countless children the world over. Murphy’s mother patiently explains
Enlightening and cogent compendium. Kings, Conquerors, Psychopaths: From Alexander to Hitler to the Corporation is the confluence of history and scientific theory. Joseph N Abraham MD tackles an ambitious goal—to examine why humans tend to set aside logic and reasoning in matters of profound importance, particularly governance. He also demonstrates how those in power have
Stolen Portrait Stolen Soul picks up six weeks after Celine Buckley and her friends successfully rid the world of the menacing Duke Marcus Northcott. Hoping for peace for the first time in her long existence, Celine is looking forward to being back with her husband. But peace is a fragile thing. Especially when you’re a
A perfect book for the challenging times that we’re currently living in. There’s no denying that all of us have been affected by the pandemic, and perhaps nobody more so than our children. The Power of Positivity helps youths to deal with our current world situation in a hopeful and reassuring manner. Using a page
A touching and emotional story that can help keep your faith alive during the most trying situations. Like any little girl brought up by a loving family, Renee loves her daddy dearly. Thus, when she abruptly finds out that he has cancer, her world begins to fall apart. Her father’s journey through surgery, chemotherapy, and
Malcolm Aldred is having a bad day. Frustrated after having been fired from his job, he makes a rash decision that lands him in a bit of hot water. It is the 2070s and rampant cyber-crime has led to an unorthodox solution to overcrowded prisons. The Cyber Criminal Enforcement Agency drops offenders off to faraway
A timeless children’s book that conveys an overwhelmingly positive message. Reminiscent of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, who was mocked for his red nose, Parker the Purple Penguin is rejected by the other penguins due to the unique color of his coat. Unable to play with the other penguins, he is lonely and sad until he
