Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
A compelling blend of hard-boiled detective fiction and post-crisis realism. Rat Town Blues by Brian Kaufman is a gritty neo-noir mystery set in a not-so-distant future where the world feels both familiar and uncomfortably off-kilter. The story follows Mark “Slag” Ferguson, who is a down-on-his-luck bartender and an ex-boxer. Slag takes on jobs as an […]
An unputdownable read packed with realism and high-stakes intrigue. Happy Sun Farm: Behind the Facade by Deven Greene is a gripping rural thriller grounded in corporate intrigue, grief, and personal reckoning. Readers are invited into the world of college student Berry, who returns to her Southern California farm following her father’s unexpected death, hoping to
The prose flows with a professional credibility that is deeply felt from cover to cover. Healing Canadian Healthcare: Ideas to Improve Nursing Enrolment & Retention is penned by author and veteran nurse Kathleen Boucher, who draws on over four decades of firsthand experience to present a passionate and data-informed call to action for the Canadian
An empowering and encouraging story for young readers to help challenge assumptions. Quest for the Queen’s Pendant by Zoe Tasia is an engaging and heartfelt coming-of-age fantasy through the eyes of Tate Shaw, a spirited teenager yearning for independence on the magically protected island of Aradia. Despite living in a world steeped in enchantment, Tate
A confidently penned, exciting, and original work of steampunk sci-fi. Breaking The Shell That Encloses Your Understanding by John Raleigh Boyd is a richly layered and genre-defying novel that blends historical science fiction with cosmic horror. We find ourselves in London in 1899 for the inciting incident of this novel, when a horrifying vision appears through
A deeply relatable, never preachy guide that’s rich with real-life context. Mothers of Boys Survival Guide by Suzy Shaw is a non-fiction work that offers a heartwarming, candid, and delightfully humorous memoir-meets-manual on raising boys in the modern age. Everything here is taken from her real-life experiences raising two Gen Z sons, nicknamed “Earnest” and “Exuberance”.
An empowering self-improvement book that can help you live with intention. An outlier is a data point that stands out from the dataset. It could be a significantly damaging weather event that sets new records. Or it might be an athletic legend who outscores the rest. Either way, an outlier is something that defies and
A vivid and grippingly claustrophobic read that is satisfying from beginning to end. Dance With Me by Livia J. Elliot is a haunting and poignant fairy tale for adult readers, blending delicate imagery with psychological depth. The story follows a ceramic ballerina who exists only to dance atop her music box for her admiring elven owners.
A necessary contribution to pandemic literature that will bring comfort to many. Stolen: Love and Loss in the Time of COVID-19 by Elizabeth Jaeger is a raw, intimate memoir chronicling her father’s harrowing battle with COVID-19 in New York City at the height of the pandemic. The story is told through diary entries and poignant flashbacks, and
Intensely contemplative dialogue will give readers plenty to think about, while the threat of escalating violence will keep the pages turning. The dawn of the twenty-first century saw a shift in journalism, moving away from paper copies, filtered narratives, and investigative powerhouses. These days, headlines are less about credentials and more about volume and virality.
A heartfelt look at what it takes to confront the past and define the future. A parent’s care for a child should be instinctual, a natural extension of their love, and that love is usually reciprocated through the child’s trust and dependence. But what happens when parental love is tainted, twisted, or cruel? What
A poignant reflection not just on what leaves a mark, but on what binds us back together. Turning fifty naturally invites reflection, a time to measure our choices and question whether the life we’ve built is truly the one we intended. When vivacious Franny reaches that milestone birthday, however, nothing suggests to her family that
Earnest drama, nuanced conflict, and understated intensity with just the right amount of edginess fill every page. Assistant District Attorney Jamie Jefferson doesn’t work in law enforcement for the paycheck. Working in the Special Victims Unit is emotionally taxing and physically exhausting, but for Jamie, it’s personal, and her newest assignment cuts deeper than ever.
An articulate, erudite, and intellectually incisive novel. “You have metastatic Stage IV prostate cancer, Will. It has spread.” This news is not entirely unexpected for septuagenarian Will Barnes. From damaged Marine to proud grandfather, Will’s life has been marked by significant milestones, irreversible choices, and thoughtful adaptation. And now, time is running short to complete
Shines like a sunlit anthem of self-expression and joy. Surya has a hobby he’d rather keep secret: he likes to sing. He practices a lot, so much that his singing annoys his sister in the other room as she rehearses her dancing. And while Surya likes to sing, what he really loves is dance. Specifically,
A sprawling tale of transformation. The Archipelago of Cynnahu is a scattered realm that was born of history and shaped by war. Once a unified continent, Cynnahu is no longer an unbroken land populated by the peaceable Dragonkin. Human mages made sure of that. Now, an aggressive threat known as the Naga is making dangerous
A bittersweet story of hearts in sync yet never in step. Legation officer Piper Burton is good at her job… maybe too good. Efforts to get her transferred home from Kuwait have been unsuccessful, though that doesn’t stop her fiancé, Mark “Russ” Russell, from making a few phone calls. And Russ has the ear of
An anthem for those navigating intimacy and mid-life change. In the 1800s, Abraham Lincoln famously reminded audiences, “And this, too, shall pass away.” It seems Lincoln’s speech wasn’t a memorable part of the Catholic school curriculum for Nika Stewart. Instead, she drags suffocating expectations into adulthood, including an ominous conjugal debt and the relentless chaos
A fresh approach to mastering the nuances of the English language. Proficiency in a language requires immersive study and deep engagement with its mechanics, enabling learners to communicate comfortably, express themselves with accuracy, and grasp subtle elements like humor and colloquialisms. Vademecum of English is a comprehensive reference tool designed for advanced Spanish-speaking students to
Utterly immersive and unforgivably addictive Months after enduring a heartbreaking loss, an emotionally taxed and recently widowed father agrees to take his gifted 14-year-old son on a vacation to tour ERE IMMENSUS. Though Brian’s father can scarcely afford the out-of-state trip, visiting the beloved company known for its revolutionary nuclear fusion propulsion system and subsequent
A life-affirming collection that hits all the right notes. “That sound. It was something different. Something new. Something that reflected us, where we were, who we were, how we lived.” Does that describe the music that defines you? Few things in life echo the essence of a particular time, place, or culture as profoundly as music
Backhanded politics dictate the course while cinematic storytelling propels the narrative. It seems that Tetamii’s schemes have finally caught up to him. Imprisoned on a ship, forcibly subdued, and cut off from his fiery gift, Tetamii has failed again, an offense that won’t please his mentor, Magzii. But he survives the ordeal and is accepted
A blunt of social commentary, tossed with tobacco, and rolled up with biting sarcasm. Today’s world isn’t ready for Danny McAllister. Then again, Danny McAllister isn’t ready for the world, either. What rubs people the wrong way isn’t his songwriting talent, his international name recognition, or his ability to charm any woman. No, it’s more
A satisfying blend of humorous interactions, human connections, historical comeuppance, and heartfelt moments. Vivienne Rose and Rex Redondo have built something special, an unlikely relationship that extends beyond neighborliness. Where independent Viv thrives in order, Rex lives for chaos. She would be content to live out her later years enjoying a healthy, predictable, and productive
