Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
An inspirational and thoughtful guidebook. From childhood experiences that shaped who she became to the ups and downs of adult life, A.Y. Berthiaume has bared her soul and shared herself with the world in this memoir. Each chapter is written as a journal entry to the Universe about a specific incident, and often a turning […]
One of the most finely crafted survival stories in recent years. Be careful what you wish for! This is a lesson that Rebel Anne Rae learns the hard way. Seven years ago Rebel was unintentionally abandoned on Earth while humanity fled for their lives. True, the planet was becoming less hospitable with its rising sea
A perfect addition to any child’s annual holiday traditions. Quinn, an adventurous snow fairy, overhears a pair of squabbling elves. The elves, Rusty and Fudge, are worried about which of them lost Santa’s wish list. Eager to help, Quinn takes the rueful elves to retrace their steps in the hopes of tracking down the list.
The perfect light mystery for a cozy afternoon! Ever since coming to live with her aunt on a quaint horse ranch years earlier, Vivian Anderson has never doubted her desire to devote her life to caring for these majestic animals. Fresh out of veterinarian school with a solid job offer already on the table, Vivian
Whimsy and delight abound in this colorful and warm tale. Nestled in town of Congleton is the precocious Sandy Lane and her collection of bears. Some might call Sandy bear-obsessed, but she just can’t help herself. She loves her teddies! From books and wallpaper to an impressive collection of stuffed bears and the big bear
Voice of War has all the makings of a modern literary classic. Serving as high general is quite a responsibility for Chrys Valerian. Despite his greenness, Chrys throws himself into his assignment. The only thing more important to him is his wife and their soon-to-arrive baby. When the peace of the land, and specifically of
Self-deprecating and forthright, Randall McNair writes in a way that is endearing and comfortable. “I don’t write with hope. I do it with pen and paper.” Randall McNair bares his wry soul in the sharp collection of poetry, Dispatches from the Swinging Door Saloon. The pages are filled with lamentations, porn stars, whiskey, frustration, inadequacy,
An exotic and unparalleled adventure sure to whet your thirst for the next installment! A transplant from Ohio, Todd Freeman lives a seemingly ideal life in sunny Key West, living unattached in a modest apartment that sits atop his art gallery. He spends his days immersed in painting the gorgeous landscapes all around him and
A compelling and richly woven story, perfect for those looking for their new favorite thriller! The UC San Francisco pediatric clinic is a lively and bustling facility where every sort of injury and infirmity has been seen, diagnosed and treated. That is, until the day a Chinese migrant named Ting brings her daughter in for
A fun children’s book filled with vibrant and adorable illustrations. The opening image of Do You See the Giant? is an ant that fills the pages, along with the caption, “Do you see the giant?” While the ant appears large, the following pages show that a bee is huge in comparison to the ant. As
A dusky, gorgeous paranormal fantasy novel. Sold into servitude as a young child, Asagi’s mother dressed the young boy as a girl to protect him. With master after master, the gender ambiguity continues to draw unwanted attention, cruelty and abuse, forcing Asagi to retreat into herself and shut others out. Years later, Asagi is tasked
A motivating story that should be read by everyone that needs to avoid gluten. “It’s hard to understand the enormity of a change like this if you haven’t been through it.” How true these simple words are! For Ann Campanella and her husband, every difficulty and challenge in life becomes secondary to making their daughter
Concise, well arranged, practical, and motivating. It has become abundantly clear in recent years that the war on drugs has not ended with any side victorious. Rather, everybody seems to lose while we battle addiction as a leading public health crisis. The opioid epidemic is spinning out of control, alcohol abuse is rampant and deadly,
Filled with suspense and intrigue. Odette is a young woman who finds herself in a difficult situation. She fears her husband Grayson and his sister Greer, as they use their magical powers to control, torture and kill. Now pregnant, Odette wants nothing more than to be free from their clutches, even though eluding people with
A life-affirming story that will help us all become a little more human. Kokab is a bit of an anomaly in her world of unfeeling beings. She is tasked with the unenviable job of embracing imperfect human nature and experiencing erratic feelings that are so common on Earth. And if she fails, her people could
A swoon-worthy novel that you’ll want to devour in one sitting. A chance run-in at a Texas diner leads to a whirlwind affair for Holly and Tano. But the steamy romance doesn’t last beyond the ride Holly hitches from him. Years pass, but the two lovers left an indelible make on each other. So when
Gripping and suspenseful. Rachel Goldberg has put a lot of effort into distancing herself from her past. Raised in a household that included an uncompromising and overbearing Orthodox Jewish grandmother, Rachel’s lifestyle is nothing like her formative years. But her progressive views do more than separate her from family. Rachel tries to ignore it when
Eye-opening in the most heartrending way. “Having suffered through too many of Portland’s sunrises in recent years, the art on the horizon has either lost its beauty or I’m too jaded to see in color anymore.” This is just one beautiful example of the eloquent and evocative prose that graces the pages of One Hit
The perfect page-turning getaway. Maggie Edwards may not have the most thoughtful boyfriend in the world, but it doesn’t keep her up at night. Confident in herself and in the small book and antique shop she runs, Maggie enjoys her dependable daily routine. That is, until a beautiful and mysterious gem encrusted golden beetle accompanied
A surprisingly touching, and at times tender, tale of a man haunted by his choices. A successful novelist by any account, Charlie Forte is putting the finishing touches on his magnum opus. Only this story will transcend the written word. This is the story Charlie. His conquests, his insecurities, his missed opportunities, his successes. “No
A wonderfully unique world filled with timeless themes. Based on a timeless literary classic, A Queen’s Throne: The Iron Lotus Series Book 1 tells the story of Zhēnzhū Méilí as she comes to grips with a recent transition from wealth to poverty in an intriguing, steampunk-infused Asian setting. Zhēnzhū is the eldest of four sisters
This book is a delight, as every aspect of it is executed exquisitely. Little Mouse, feeling a little lonely, leaves his house to find his friends. As he checks in on a variety of insects and small animals, he finds that they are all too busy to spend time with him. This leaves him feeling
A powerful and important story about diversity, inclusion, inner strength and true value. “It was her special day—Alena was eight! Her friends all came over to help celebrate.” Thus begins one of the most positive and beautiful books on cultivating self-esteem and acceptance geared toward young girls that I’ve read. Alena welcomes a diverse group
Takes young readers on a whimsical journey, stoking the fires of imagination. Fanciful and stimulating, Where Do Dinosaurs Go on Vacation? is just one in a series of lively books geared toward kids just starting to read or ones that are merely old enough to listen. In this sparkling installment, Kim Ann takes young readers
