Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
Book Awards, Editorial Reviews & More!
Nuns with Shotguns is a humorous memoir set in the early nineties, at a time when Paul Mountain is determined to finish his novel and nothing is going to stop him. Well, a few things might get in the way. A dalliance here, a bender there. Plus the daily grind in Eldora, Colorado, which is […]
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
To enjoy the beautiful blooms of the iconic sakura, timing is everything. Love is the same. At least, it might be for Soichiro Toshibana and his intended, Tafui Le. Intelligent and brave, yet impossibly stubborn, Tafui won’t be told what to do or coerced into any relationship. A powerful CEO with endless riches and a
Everyone needs to get out and play sometimes, and that’s true whether you’re a child, an adult, or even an industrious Cement Truck named Brent! In Sweet Dreams Heavy Machines, a number of powerful construction vehicles spend their day working hard while having fun at the same time. The group consists of a purple bulldozer
Remember when most of the planet was shut down? When we weren’t allowed to travel, a prohibition that was triggered by a microscopic virus? People spent hours lamenting canceled plans, rescheduling flights and hotels, re-rescheduling those arrangements, and then, with nothing left to do but wait for COVID to release its arresting hold, forcing our
It seems like humans are divided on virtually everything, with as many contradicting opinions as there are distinct choices. Social issues, political topics, or even what to eat for dinner can generate an endless array of viewpoints and preferences, so it’s no wonder we struggle to find a sense of inner calm. Yet, despite our
If you are looking for a lively educational book for all the kids in your life, check out A Hero Answers 9-1-1 by Steve F. Schubert. It’s career day in Mr. Best’s class and the bright-eyed students meet Chris, a Sheriff’s Office dispatcher. Chris has plenty of exciting information to share with the inquisitive students
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
At seventeen, Adamo Di Cristo has reached a nominal milestone, high-school graduation. But with abandonment by his mother in the name of her faith, this Massachusetts native will have to get creative in order to survive. Subsistence on meager rations and an unethically paltry salary quickly become the norm, so Adamo enrolls in the military
“You know things are not going well at the precinct when you get called in despite being signed off with injuries.” But in New York City, crime doesn’t take a sick day. A freelance journalist preparing funeral arrangements for her late husband is abducted from her home. A fitness instructor doesn’t show up at the
D.O.G. Three little letters that mean so much to the enamored human companions that care for them. Gordon Frisbie is introduced to his three-lettered companion at a moment when he wasn’t particularly looking for a pet. “She was built like a miniature racehorse. Like a vessel designed to contain a strong spirit. Simply beautiful. I
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
Buritaca, Columbia, is home to one of the few recognized blue zones in the world. It is here that Leo Lumière, an undergrad science student, works to figure out just what it is that contributes to the longevity of the locals. But rather than uncovering some protected regional herb or a soil sample that promises
If anyone was ever built for cold weather, it’s Rupert, a lovable polar bear who lives an active life in the icy North. Rupert loves to fish and happily expends much effort on this cherished hobby. Unfortunately, long hours of fishing take a toll, even on a skilled fishing bear. Rupert falls asleep one day
Darkness, gloom, shadows, anxiety, passion, despair, dread, fear. All of these descriptive terms and feelings are brought to mind when considering Shadows Amongst the Threads. Here, J.A. Santana takes a deep dive into the spaces where that which lurks among the shadows is forced into the light. While the timeless world of poetry has no
Philosophical Detective John Consequent has an unusual skill set, one that sometimes lands him a job with the Republic City Police Force. He may be selfish, stubborn and logical to a fault, but he’s got a stellar track record when it comes to helping the police solve their most vexing crimes. So the department calls
The first meeting between Gamma Lucianne Paw and the lycan king is a clumsy interchange that leaves both parties flustered. For King Alexandar, meeting his promised mate should be one of the most joyful moments of his life. After all, the Moon Goddess sanctioned the match. Sharing a bond with a strong, alluring gamma is
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
“When my inner light shines it makes my whole appearance brighter and allows my soul to glow.” Such a heartening voice touches every poem in this compact volume. Encouraged to express emotion through the sharpest of tools, the written word, Andre Jerry uses poetry as a powerful outlet to detail a life spent searching for
Xiang-hua and her cousin Hong Shu-chang find themselves entangled in the town’s latest scandal, and it all starts at the grand opening of a new restaurant. Xiang-hua has a front-row seat to an outrageous spectacle as hordes of beggars descend upon unsuspecting diners, simply because the owner neglected to pay the so-called beggars tax. But
Not far from Heathrow Airport, a man falls from the sky and lands on a freshly detailed Porsche Targa, wasting both the car cleaning and the life of the victim. With no way to immediately identify the body, law enforcement and the media are left floundering for answers. Meanwhile, a British Airways flight bound for
Faith, family and a tenacious resolve form the bedrock of Cathy Burnham Martin’s Destiny of Determination: Faith and Family. The novel opens with a glimpse into the life of Cassie Marvin, Hrant Gulumian’s adult granddaughter, during the summer of 2011. The larger part of the story takes readers back in time starting in 1916, to
The end of summer in Appalachia often has a melancholic feel. The weather is beginning to turn. School is almost back in session. But this year in Harper Pass, the change of seasons feels like a huge relief for the Markland X Crew. Having saved the town from an evil entity, the group of friends
Even for a career assassin who’s been in his share of trouble, David Grant finds himself in as threatening a situation as any he’s seen. After an assignment gone wrong in Central America, David is taken captive by a friend-turned-rival. A former military man trained by the Soviet Army, Igor Volkov has no shortage of
