Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
Sheds light on abuse and its aftermath, proving that the scars that remain look different on every victim. No sane person could describe Morgan’s childhood as normal. From a young mother whose behavior is flat-out abusive, to an over-drinking and largely absent father, it comes as no surprise when a vulnerable 14 year-old Morgan turns […]
A grand tale of sensuality and sensibility set in the exciting and evolving California of the mid-1800s. Elisabeth Parker travels to California with her new husband, Nate, with the hopes of striking it rich in gold and reuniting with her father. Generally more liberal than her upbringing would deem proper, Elisabeth doesn’t play the part
An immensely entertaining thrill ride that refuses to hit the brakes. Special Forces Sergeant John Bishop is a true American hero. But for a hero, a lot of people seem to want him dead. He returns home from Afghanistan hoping to leave behind the horrors of combat and settle into a calmer routine, and hopefully
A fresh choice for an eerie fantasy novel that parallels the moral choices we face. Heartmender by V. Romas Burton is a fantasy novel with a unique premise and lofty moral overtones. Adelaide Tye lives in the land of Barracks where the human heart passes for currency. Most hearts are small and gray, but those
A true roadmap to personal freedom. “I believe self-actualization is the ultimate goal for humans.” For Trish Ahjel Roberts, she has done a masterful job at preparing a template that she believes can help others to enjoy a well-lived life. Thoughtfully laid out and easy to follow, Thinking Outside the Chrysalis is a niche addition
A charming book that could easily become a bedtime-staple for curious children everywhere! Mollie’s Magical Tooth: A Tooth Fairy Magic Land Adventure is a vibrantly illustrated story designed for young children. Mollie is an adorable little girl with an active imagination. When the time comes to lose her first tooth, instead of leaving it for
Brimming with high-powered action and interstellar domination. The Albatross: Contact is an epic space opera featuring a dynamic cast from Earth and beyond. The story begins with rough-and-tumble Will Reach and his buddy Frank. The two have a long and loyal history, but nothing could prepare them for what would come next. Mysterious lights hover
A witty contemporary fiction novel that features a quirky main character navigating the unsteady waters of change. Nora Novak loves animals, good hummus, and her dependable routine. After spending a third of her life in the same research lab in Cleveland, Nora faces an abrupt change in her career. This shift comes on the heels
An inclusive and educational storybook for all the little aspiring athletes around the globe. Clocking in at just under 40 unique words, “Hows That?” Let’s Play Cricket by Neil Nitin is a cheekily illustrated storybook for very young readers. The book is like a mini-lesson on the beloved game of Cricket. The text highlights all
Tales from an Odd Mind may be small of words but is big in complexity and depth. Enigmatic author Nom D. Plume has bestowed upon readers a bizarre amalgamation of miscellaneous parts and pieces belonging to a vast array of diverse tales. There are beginnings, middles, and dramatic ends. The thread that really ties all
An excellent guidebook for anybody looking to make positive changes in their environment. What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? is an indispensable guide for professionals, managers, those in authority positions, and mindful humans everywhere. Authored by Gary A. DePaul, PhD, the text guides readers through the diverse and evolving ideas surrounding
A charming story about a beautiful doll that proves to be wise beyond her years. Nesting dolls are undeniably entrancing. There is nothing high-tech to the elegant designs and beautiful colors that these gorgeous dolls possess. The joy of discovering a smaller round figure inside the doll, and another smaller figure inside that one, is
An inspirational memoir that will feed your soul. When I Wished upon a Star: From Broken Homes to Mended Hearts is an unexpectedly lighthearted memoir from the multi-talented Brandon Lane Phillips. Brandon was born with a rare heart condition promising a lifetime of ongoing and often invasive medical care. The story moves around in time
Military fiction meets sci-fi in this exciting, futuristic novel. Colonel Steve “Scarecrow” Richardson is military through and through. He has a love of freedom and a disdain for bureaucracy. So when a basic mission goes awry and he has to abandon his shiny new high-tech fighter jet, Richardson figures it’s the CIA’s fault and decides
A delightful storybook for young children, worthy of the most lively story hour. The jolly Bupbup lives in a cute little red house nestled at the edge of a ‘strange and marvelous wood field’ with a river close by. One fateful Wednesday, the rain begins to fall. The little Bupbup and her two cats enjoy
An intriguing mystery with sumptuous surroundings and a jaw-dropping secret! Cate Kensie is a well-organized professional, teaching history at Aberdeen. Although she likes to keep things in her life in order, a few things prove to be beyond her control. Despite always going above and beyond at work, she can’t secure tenure. No matter how
A suspenseful fantasy novel that will leave you breathless. Life is about choices. For young Sinisa Rizyr, she makes a choice that will forever change her life’s course. Sinisa is transferred to Veltuur, the realm of the dead, where she enters into a cheerless servitude as a Reaper. Despite the notoriously distasteful vocation, Sinisa takes
Daisy, Bold & Beautiful is a delightful story about an inspiring young girl It must be some kind of cruel trick, right? First day in a new school after moving into a cramped new place on April Fool’s Day? What middle-schooler wouldn’t be anxious? For DJ, the anxiety over her first day at Kirkland Heights
A brilliantly composed legal thriller with more than a few shocking twists. Standing on the precipice of middle age, Maeve Shaw has worked hard for her accomplishments. She is a talented female lawyer in a male-dominated profession. She is a good mom to two precious little boys and is married to the love of her
A fast-paced tale that whimsically hearkens a bygone era. Witches and werewolves and wizards, oh my! Dusk is the beginning of the epic Runemaster saga penned by Rey Clark. On the eve of adulthood, Mira Hultgren is met with a horrific tragedy. Her mother is dying in the middle of the ransacked apartment they share
A perfect blend of humor and horror that is equal parts dread and delight. Is your favorite vegetable candy corn? Do you view a skeleton as a decoration instead of an anatomy class prop? Would you only have a pet cat if it were black? If so, Boarded Windows, Dead Leaves will be a perfect
Refreshingly simple and thoroughly persuasive. “You are holding in your hand the roadmap to the next version, the better version of yourself.” Let’s be honest. We all need a map, especially if we don’t like to stop and ask for directions. Chad Austin and Jesse Kepka have sorted through the endless amounts of information on
Walks With Sam is filled with thoughtful observations. For young children, every moment is a new discovery. When we get to our twenties, we know everything. In out thirties we realize we were wrong! In Walks With Sam, David W. Berner proves that at sixty years old, there is still a whole world left to
Scidmore spares no detail in this chillingly realistic medical thriller. Health insurance is big business. In fact, insurance can sometimes mean the difference between life and death. But make no mistake… health care is, after all, a profitable business. Brad Pierson is a dedicated doctor completing his residency at Vanderbilt. Known to be responsible and
