Don Tassone | Fiction - Literary

Journeys Within: Stories by Don Tassone is a collection of 30 short stories that explore the inner journeys of its characters as they face various challenges and find their paths in life. In “The Hope,” Gabe is a young boy growing up near war-torn Gaza, where his family lives modestly and faces the constant threat of violence; he is anxious and constantly uncertain about what can happen next to his life. He finds strength in the beautiful music of an old man named Rueben, who plays the violin. The violin's sound becomes a source of comfort and peace for Gabe, and eventually, he begins to learn how to play himself. How will he use this gift to connect meaningfully with others? A barista, Cass...

Paul Marzell | Historical Fiction

Heimat by Paul Marzell offers a sweeping narrative that spans decades and continents. It presents the lives of four emigrants whose destinies are intertwined by a fateful encounter in pre-war Germany. Through vivid storytelling and rich character development, Marzell crafts a poignant tale of friendship, grit, and the search for belonging in a world ravaged by war and upheaval. The story is about the bond between Matthias, Josef, Edo, and Feliks, whose chance meeting with American diplomat Peter Rust sets them on a journey fraught with challenges and triumphs. From their heroic act at Berlin's Lehrter Bahnhof to their struggles to navigate the complex world of the American dream, the charact...

Susan Beth Miller | Fiction -Mystery-General

In A Beautiful Land by Susan Beth Miller, Raissa's family's flight from political violence forces her to confront her deepest desires and darkest fears. Bound by memories and maternal longing, she risks everything to remain in her childhood home, only to find herself driven into a mysterious forest. With sparkling prose and distinctive voices, Miller crafts a tale of strained family ties, displacement, and strong echoes of maternal imagination. Raissa's journey is haunting, drawing readers into a world of struggle and delight where the line between love and desperation blurs.A Beautiful Land by Susan Beth Miller is a captivating tale of survival and the enduring power of hope in a world torn...

William Cook | Thriller

In the scorching summer of 2022, Lake Mead's receding waters reveal a dark secret: bodies long buried are rising to the surface. Someone must be behind bodies buried underwater. Investigative journalist Kate Temperance is determined to uncover the truth behind the murders, but Sofia Gemelli, the ruthless daughter of crime boss Giancarlo Gemelli, threatens her investigation. As Temperance digs deeper into the case, she finds herself entangled in a web of deceit and corruption that leads her from the glamorous Las Vegas Strip to the tranquil vineyards of Oregon. The stakes grow higher with each discovery, and Temperance must confront her mortality to uncover the truth. Will she survive the tre...

Travis Hupp | Poetry

Sin and I by Travis Hupp is an evocative collection of poetry that explores the nuanced intersections of faith, rebellion, and self-acceptance within a context marked by personal and societal turmoil. Split into thematic sections—Anger, Politics, Metaphysical, Despair, Hope, and Love—Hupp’s work is a dynamic journey navigating through raw emotions and profound reflections. Hupp’s style is marked by raw, unfiltered language and vivid imagery that encapsulate the complex nature of his experiences and observations. The author’s direct and often confrontational tone creates an intimate and immediate connection with the reader. Hupp does not shy away from brutal honesty, a defining trait of...

Ardie Stallard | Romance

Switch V: The PossASSion of Felicia Guthrie is the latest installment in Ardie Stallard's Switch series, which examines the complex dynamics of dominant-submissive relationships. This novel delves deeper into the lives of Felicia Guthrie, a submissive, and her husband, Joe, a dominant, as they navigate their roles and relationships with others. The story begins with Felicia and her best friend, Jessica, waiting for Joe to return from a business trip. Felicia Culbertson Guthrie is a mother and wife who loves her husband, Joe. That is why she goes to get a tattoo on Joe's name while he is away on a business trip. But the tattooist turns out to be a substitute and an amateur magick practitioner...

Don Tassone | Literary Fiction

Don Tassone's Drive is an engaging narrative that is also a compelling metaphor for life. Nick Reynolds is a highly successful yet deeply troubled food company executive. He is a man who is hard to deal with at work and a man who doesn't seem to have a strong sense of what is essential. He is so absorbed by himself and feared by his employees. He doesn't enjoy a strong relationship with his wife and children. When he screws up at work, his boss asks him to take some days off, so he sets off alone from his home in Chicago for Bar Harbor, Maine. What happens on the road will blow the minds of readers as Nick Reynolds discovers that the road can be the best form of intersection between his high...

Peter B. Lewis | Children - Grade K-3rd

The Pickleman from Bickleton! by Peter B. Lewis is a delightful, whimsical, and colorfully illustrated poetry book for Children that celebrates the joy of pickling and the importance of preserving food. The story revolves around Bruce, an angry-looking onion with a passion for pickling, who becomes known as the Pickleman. He shares his expertise with a boy, teaching him how to make vats of pickles using spruce wood. The story takes us on a journey through the different stages of pickling, from cucumbers to peppers, carrots, and asparagus. The story follows various characters who visit the Pickleman's farm, including Mr. Giggleton “on the road to Laffland, you know, / In the state of Joy, / W...

Ted Garrison | Non-Fiction - Memoir

In The Missionary Kid...Talks, Ted Garrison shares a powerful and intimate account of their journey towards redemption and recovery from the devastating consequences of religious obsession and sex addiction. The author offers vivid glimpses into his childhood, exploring the trauma of his parents’ tumultuous relationship, harrowing experiences, and a pornography addiction. Ted shares his story in this memoir, characterized by a deep longing for redemption, inner freedom, and purpose. The conversational tone makes the story feel like a personal conversation with the reader. The story unfolds through a series of vignettes, each shedding light on different aspects of Ted's life, from their child...

LS Delorme | Fiction - Coming of Age

LS Delorme's Bright Midnights: A Dark Paranormal Love Story is a gorgeous addition to the Limerent Series, offering a rich blend of metaphysical sci-fi and romance. In this enthralling narrative, we follow the plight of 17-year-old Amelie, laden with a mysterious gift that attracts others to her. But those who get to her present dangers, so she must shield herself by constructing barriers in her mind. From the outset, Amelie's life is fraught with challenges beyond typical teenage angst. Her unique ability to draw others toward her sets her apart; while she draws others to her, she can also feel lonely. Her safe place is her dreams, and when she encounters the mysterious Clovis, whose secret...

T C Bartlett | Romance - Fantasy/Sci-Fi

In the mystical Land of Oz, darkness brews on the horizon. Rumors of dragons and an evil enchantress gathering an army to overthrow the Great Head of Oz send shockwaves throughout the kingdom. Amidst this turmoil, sixteen-year-old Samantha Goodwitch, daughter of Glinda, the Good Witch of the South, defies her mother's wishes to embark on a dangerous quest for adventure. Joined by Akasha, a mysterious Shadow Mountain Cat, Sam is entangled in a deadly game of magic and mayhem. As the stakes grow, they rally a motley crew of allies to fight against the encroaching darkness. Sam and Akasha must confront the shadows threatening Oz's existence in this thrilling tale of magic, adventure, and self-d...

Colin Dodds | Fiction - Literary

The Reign of the Anti-Santas by Colin Dodds is a unique and audacious Christmas tale that takes readers on a rollercoaster ride through a world where the holiday spirit collides head-on with corporate greed, scandal, and societal change. The story is narrated by Elvin, an elf with a front-row seat to the evolution and devolution of Christmas. Elvin's journey begins when he unwittingly accompanies Santa Claus on a Christmas Eve trip, setting the stage for a decades-long adventure filled with intrigue and danger. Dodds creates a narrative that includes Santa's secret affairs, the PR scandal that catapults Rudolph to fame, and the encroachment of humanity on the North Pole. What makes this book...