Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
When a sassy young girl named Katie accidentally falls into Dreamland, a fantasy world where magic is the norm, she is given a task of the utmost importance. She, along with a few other chosen children, must save the entire realm from the nightmarish Nezima, who is bent on the destruction of the land. Nezima […]
J.S. Matthews masterfully blends western and dystopia into a dust storm of fictional delight. What happens when power-hungry governments finally launch nuclear weapons and wipe out nearly ninety percent of the world’s people? We revert back to the gun slinging fun that is the Wild West! What was once the United States is now divided
Sam “Doc” Price and Nicole Veles are a newly engaged couple living in St. Louis. Both enjoy satisfying careers with nothing but success on the horizon. Nicole even has the privilege of working with a personal icon in her field, cellular biologist Dr. Laura Greenwood. The two become fast friends based on their mutual respect.
We all want a stable and secure future. But are we all doing things to achieve that prospect? Taking Action for a Better Tomorrow provides an in depth assessment of the world’s current situation and outlines actions that we can take to improve the outlook of our society. In some ways, this was a difficult
The plight of orphans is a topic that, although serious and troubling, is often overlooked. An Orphan’s Rapbook brings the subject to light in a very clear and direct manner. The emotional range of sentiments that might go through an orphan’s mind, including the topics of injustice and feeling unloved, are clearly conveyed in believable
The Tiders are the best of friends. Together they endure the growing pains of high school on through to the highs and lows of taking on adult responsibilities. Though circumstances change, their friendship remains constant. In late 1994, Stuart is home on a leave from the military. The gang gets together to reminisce and catch
Cherie Magnus is inviting you to join her in the literary tango that is her life. Take her up on the offer… you won’t be disappointed! Although a lifetime dancer, it isn’t until after the death of her husband Jack that Cherie Magnus’ obsession with the tango really begins. Rather than simply remain in Los
Utopia. It’s difficult to imagine a life free from care. In this debut novel from T.J. Sachs, we get an intimate glimpse of perfection. And then quickly the veneer peels off to reveal sinister layer after layer. Crawford Lear is in a powerful position within the Beta Union habitat. After tragedy strikes, a bubbling rebellion
There is more than one side to this story: Jango Jacks is an itinerant worker with a strong work ethic. Jango Jacks is a bum and a drunk. Audrey Dalton is a shy widow overwhelmed with the burden of running a farm on her own. Audrey Dalton is conniving and manipulative. Shef Finnegan is a
When Serina was just a young girl, an attack on her planet changed the trajectory of her life forever. For sixteen years she has had a singular focus: to put an end to the rebellion that cost Serina her family. As princess, Serina’s life on the planet Abordise is far from an easy ride. Feeling
“I would never fall for that,” you might say, regarding people that try to manipulate you into doing something that you wouldn’t otherwise do. Well, Michael Connor explains that you likely fall for it to some extent every day. From politicians to marketing agencies, there is a barrage of psychological tactics used every day to
Feasible Living is a breath of fresh, non-polluted air to anyone looking to alleviate their anxiety over the environmental concerns facing mankind today. The majority of books in the Climate Concern genre focus on what we can do to help the environment. Feasible Living, however, takes a different approach. It is primarily centered on ways
We all have a need for companionship in one way or another. These connections can have an influence on many aspects of our lives. The Power of Connections insightfully delves into the way that we connect with other people and with God. The main topics covered in the book include our need for human interaction,
After suffering an economic downturn, Mark and his family take on the adventurous opportunity of teaching English as a foreign language on the other side of the world. Banding together with an eclectic mix of teachers from around the globe, they experience the wonders (both good and bad) that China has to offer. With the
Ed Miracle masterfully blends technological realities with future possibility in this gripping tale of what-if. Albert Einstein has been credited with the saying “Our technology has exceeded our humanity.” In this clever novel by Ed Miracle, technology and humanity find themselves at war. Philip Machen is a genius inventor who has come up with the
You already know how the fairy tale ends, right? The prince saves the princess and they live happily ever after. Well, think again! In Once Upon and Ever After, Caroline L. Thornton flips the stereotypical fairy tale on its head. The prince traverses the pages of this picture book seeking to find a princess to
Finn Bran is a skilled musician, a bard from Valeria. After finishing a song one fateful day in his travels, Finn has an epiphany. To find true contentment he needs to find peace and share it with others. At once Finn is attacked by an evil force. When he regains his senses he realizes he
Rather than simply a collection of poems, Rain and Embers takes the reader on a journey. Feelings of isolation and despair are brought forth with honesty. Love and acceptance are also portrayed pointedly. While primarily conveying the plight of refugees, this collection is fitting for anyone that has ever felt displaced or struggled with their
When a girl by the name of Flin Flon learns of an opportunity to become a booger hunter’s apprentice, she eagerly seeks out the job. Mrs. Bird takes Flin Flon under her wing and shows her the ropes. After trekking through the night to the place where baby monsters live, Mrs. Bird shows how to
Violent Delights is a prime example of paranormal fiction at its best. Moving to a new town can be a difficult transition for a teenager. For Odette Sinclair, however, the move to Sunwick Grove, Maine doesn’t promise much change in her life. For years, her sickness has forced her to live a life with very
Jeremiah is like any other teenage boy who prefers to keep his head down and his hoodie on. But when he finds out about a chip in his brain, his anonymity becomes harder to come by. The upside is that Jerimiah isn’t going crazy. The downsides are many. From family issues and high school drama
Fun-loving and consummately confidant Drew Dawson may be a twin to his sister, but they are nothing alike. Faye is responsible and dependable, but nevertheless she loves her carefree brother fiercely. When Drew reveals that he has had a vision (not unusual) and his choice leads to a man’s death (highly unusual), Faye kicks into
This may have been the second book in the series, but it certainly holds its own. Despite not having not read the predecessor “Remembering First Love,” I was immediately sucked into the intrigue surrounding Carina Mendoza’s life. Now living in Austin, Texas, Carina is picking up the pieces of a broken marriage to an abusive
The Naked Man is the first in a series featuring the young and extremely attractive Katerina Mills. From a seemingly stable family in a small town, Katerina is working her way through college pursuing a law degree. But money is tight so Katerina decides to bend her morals a little to earn some cash. As
