Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
A self-evaluation and bold exploration that pairs scientific analysis with personal intuition. When Doc Brown met Clara Clayton in Back to the Future, he never expected love at first sight. Why not? “It’s romantic nonsense. There’s no scientific rationale for it.” But that man of science quickly realized that Clara could bring out the best […]
It may be uncouth to discuss racism, history, or politics at a funeral, but Will Barnes isn’t known for his strict adherence to social convention. His mere attendance at a funeral for a proud German man who served his country during the Nazi regime causes some to bristle. Getting to know Johann, however, was revelatory
Entirely analytic and unrelentingly optimistic. Have you ever been looking for an answer to a question only to find that the deeper you dig, the more complex the question becomes? After looking in many directions and from different angles, you finally conclude that the right solution is the simplest one. For Dr. Tony Nader, substantial
Thought-provoking, lyrical, and enjoyable. Heart of a Soul Comforter is a short collection of poems that speaks to the trials and tribulations we all face while trying to find our bearing in this turbulent world. Themes range from anxiety and depression to friendship and fun, all topics that resonate with a wide audience. Readers will
A refreshingly compassionate way of seeing the world. From goat yoga to ASMR, humans have found creative and delightful ways to relax, gain a sense of calm, and find internal harmony. But nothing could prepare R.G. Shore for the level of determination required to find balance and peace while incarcerated for almost a thousand days.
Have you ever heard a quote so good, you have to share it with someone else? A few words poignant enough to lodge themselves forever into your subconscious? Something so clever it deserves to be its own meme? We probably all have a storehouse of sayings we’ve heard over the years that are too good
Warm, whimsical, and full of hope. Wise-Heart lives in the gorgeous Land of Many Hearts, but his friend has a problem. Sick-Heart needs help and only the King-of-Hearts can heal him. So off they go, headed to the faraway Great City. The pair come across other ailing hearts along the way, each with a different
Compelling, insightful, inspiring, and educational. Have you heard of Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)? Maybe, maybe not. But certainly not because sufferers are few in number or unconcerned about their health. Rather, this devastating disorder is often mistaken for another illness, masked by other health problems, or underdiagnosed by practitioners unfamiliar with FND. Jocelyn Bystrom had
An emotionally hard-hitting novel that deftly tackles many sensitive subjects. It is 2012 and Star has begun sharing her most intimate thoughts with a trustworthy companion, her new journal. Dubbed My Journal of Hidden Truths, this eco-friendly diary is a birthday gift meant to soothe junior high school jitters and lessen a strained relationship with
From a fast-paced, middle-class lifestyle to a lifeless cell in San Quentin, Infectious Injustice is an honest story about a man whose sins finally catch up to him. Except, that isn’t even close to the whole story. Without much memory of the precipitating events, an arrogant, angry, and drunk Justin Cook wakes up in a
Christianity 2.0 is a new take on Christianity with some innovative approaches to spirituality. The result is a religion that attempts to remove perceived flaws from traditional Christian beliefs and replace them with love and positivity. As a basis for the arguments in Dorsey’s book, the powerful research of Dr. David Hawkins is repeatedly and
With an indifferent end to his marriage comes the opportunity for Professor Anton Bauer to start something new. Just what that is, however, will take some time for this well-learned man to figure out. Anton has a circle of friends and family with beliefs that seem to align with his, and they share many common
A well-crafted mystery with a bevy of intriguing characters. “Retirement had turned out better than Myrick had anticipated.” Two decades in law enforcement have earned Evann Myrick some deserved relaxation, a gorgeous classic car, and a romantic vacation aboard the Savoy of the Seas, an impressive cruise ship headed for some of Mexico’s most beautiful
Her mother is an alcoholic with a taste for expensive things. Her father has a gambling problem and spends too much time at work. And Laura Johnson is the vulnerable teenager struggling to hold things together within this dysfunctional family. More acrimony than matrimony, the relationship between Laura’s parents is a constant source of frustration
A gift to young readers, providing reassurance and a tangible thread of optimism. Jasmine and her brother Frankie deal with the real world as seen through the eyes of these inquisitive pre-teen siblings. With a hard-working Mama and a less than compassionate Stepdaddy to guide them, Jasmine and Frankie tackle questions and dilemmas common to
Alex is growing up in a family of fearsome dinosaurs, but he is a timid young Allosaurus who is exceptionally weighed down by anxiety. While it seems like all the other dinosaurs have not a care in the world, his friend Hadley recognizes that Alex’s worries are affecting his mood and she wants to help
Stunning emotional crescendos, timely dramatic syncopations, and lovely romantic refrains. Aria is a spirited mermaid princess who possesses a passion for life and unbreakable loyalty to the Creator and to her family. Her existence beneath the waters is a purposeful one, a duty-bound life that is as rich in wonder as it is devotion. She
There are certain questions that cross the mind of everyone on the planet, regardless of their beliefs or culture. Who is God? Why am I here? What is the purpose of life? What happens to us after death? Embracing God In The Right Perspective With The Right Foundation Of Faith In Him tackles these questions
The perfect gift for a child in your life. Christmas Begins With Christ is a lovely multi-purpose picture book that offers lessons about Jesus’ presence in our day-to-day lives, thoughtfully captures the spirit of the season, and helps little readers learn basic counting. The story exudes warmth and joy, giving parents a nice way to
An epic story that boasts a classic fairy tale feel, an intellectual bite and a heaping portion of wit. The family Sosunov are the keepers of an important legacy, protecting the residents of their small fishing village, Fortitude, from malignant witches who prey upon innocent dreamers. Generations of Sosunovs have toiled and sacrificed to keep
A breezy romance with spirited characters and a gentle story arc. Ah, small town living. The very notion conjures images of unassuming homes with white picket fences, friendly neighbors watering their prized rose bushes, and the ideal place to put down roots and start a family. But not everyone has such shimmering sentimentality when thinking
Times have changed and reality looks much different in Doug Dorsey’s post-cataclysmic, anti-religious world. The planet is now governed by a single ruler, the Sovereign Alexander Wraith. His power is seemingly limitless, as all the world’s leaders have pledged loyalty to his rule in exchange for refuge in the last remaining habitable continents. The entire
A fresh and intelligent perspective told with the steady voice of insight and reason. Raised in Detroit and then working for just over three decades as a Compton cop and detective, Frederick Douglass Reynolds has spent time on both sides of the tracks. He leaves nothing off the table in his debut memoir, Black, White,
A balm for your hurting heart. “I must write to heal my shattered heart that bleeds in sorrow and still cries yesterday’s tears.” Does this stanza find an echo in your ailing soul? If so, Kyli Santiago’s highly personal journal of poetry, Healing Yesterday’s Tears – An Inspiring Poetry Book about Overcoming Emotion and Discovering
