Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
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
A brilliantly executed novel by an author with boundless potential. It’s the first day on the job for Harris Reed at the Site, a secret facility near Seattle where magic is practiced and honed. All the jitters and anticipation are replaced with awe and fascination as he begins a career as a professional Conjurer. Of
Picturing Bible accounts and discerning how they apply in life can be difficult for children. Jesus, the Four Friends and Me takes one narrative from the second chapter of Mark and helps it to come alive for young ones. The story centers around four friends that bring a paralyzed man to Jesus to be healed.
Takes every opportunity to breathe new life into one of literature’s most beloved couples. Mr. Darcy bears a heavy load of responsibility caring for his estate and his cherished younger sister. His duties leave him little time for flighty socialites or even, sometimes, common niceties. Miss Elizabeth Bennet is an unusually independent woman with no
Dazzling teen novel gives off an Ally Condie or Scott Westerfield vibe. “A few noses wrinkled as if ugliness smelled bad.” For Alina, this treatment from her peers is part of her daily routine in Pria. Why can’t she be as wonderful as all the other girls her age? Why is she the only one
Will entertain all, while thoughtfully touching on important modern-day topics. Most young girls dream of becoming a princess. For sixteen-year-old Devina, she has no need to dream, for she was born into such a privileged role. Despite everything that she seems to have going for her, Devina finds every day to be a struggle. Though
A therapeutic devotional that can truly help you. Science and religion are often believed to be at odds with one another. However, Jonathan Puddle expertly fuses psychology with Christianity in a therapeutic devotional that can truly help you to understand yourself better and heal emotional scars that you may not even know exist. Broken into
I haven’t spent a lot of time thinking about the best way to die, but I’m pretty sure being strung up like a flag and taking a blowtorch to the crotch is not how I want to go. Poor ol’ Jimmy ‘the Leech’, who suffered this gruesome fate. And that heinous crime scene was just
The gorgeous narrative flows like a peaceful river through this riveting and tumultuous tale. Our story begins some 100 years ago with Willow Stewart, a girl born mute, sent off to find a traveling preacher willing to give her newly deceased baby brother a decent Christian sendoff. Stewart Mountain and its beauty are all Willow
