Kat Caldwell | Small Town & Rural Fiction

Bended Loyalty by Kat Caldwell is a well-plotted, fast-paced, and intriguing tale that explores family, loyalty, and one man’s journey to create a way forward when the past won’t let him go. Tristen Levisay is the guitarist for The Seethers’ band, and the band is on the verge of success, which means life is about to get better for him, a rockstar. Then everything changes when his twin brother, Talon, the band's frontman, betrays them and joins a different band. Tristen’s life is taken back to the rough beginnings in Kentucky, where his mother is about to lose the house. He must save the house, his mother, and himself; to do so, he decides to return to the underground boxing ring. A few fight...

Stephen Twartz | Fiction - Historical - Event/Era

The Severed Cord by Stephen Twartz is a sweeping, multi-generational saga that traces the tangled lives of Jimmy, a resilient Australian soldier, and his descendants across continents and conflicts. Set against the backdrop of war-torn Palestine, rural Australia, and modern-day Israel, the novel explores the lingering trauma of history and the quest for identity and belonging. The narrative moves fluidly through time, revealing how trauma, love, and betrayal create an invisible but powerful cord between past and present. As Jimmy struggles with external enemies and inner demons, his descendant Harry embarks on a parallel journey decades later, seeking answers buried in family secrets and anc...

Zoe Disigny | Fiction - Womens

Zoe Disigny's The Art of Traveling Strangers explores personal transformation against the backdrop of art and travel. Claire Markham embarks on a transformative journey to Europe as an art guide, hoping to escape the emotional toll of her recent divorce and strained relationship with her daughter, Amber. The novel reveals Claire's internal struggles and features vibrant characters, particularly her employer, Viv Chancey, whose exuberance and impulsive nature challenge Claire's sense of control. The novel begins with an evocative scene aboard Claire’s flight to Europe, where she reflects on her life through the lens of art. Disigny skillfully illustrates how art can symbolize personal experie...

Lena Gibson | Fiction - Time Travel

Lena Gibson’s The Wish delivers a story that melds trauma, time travel, and the pursuit of redemption. Elizabeth is a woman haunted by a tragic past marked by a car accident, a failed marriage, and the loss of her voice—both literal and emotional. After wishing for a second chance, she inexplicably finds herself transported five years into the past, where she encounters her younger self and begins unraveling the tangled threads of her life. As Elizabeth faces her new-old reality, she seeks to alter her past mistakes, especially concerning her love life and Brandon’s mysterious coma, which started after an argument with her. A powerful bond begins to form between her and Brandon’s brother, Ch...

Edmond A. Bruneau | Poetry - General

Soul of the Song is a poetic journey that skillfully melds genres from country music to rock and folk, while exploring universal themes of love, identity, nostalgia, and social consciousness. Edmond A. Bruneau’s collection reads like an album liner note meets literary anthology, offering both introspection and entertainment. Stylistically, Bruneau excels in the use of metaphor, allusion, and musicality. In How Did I Find You? he uses cosmic imagery— “It’s astronomical. Beam me up”—to convey romantic euphoria, blending science fiction with intense emotion. His use of intertextuality shines in Joni, where references to Joni Mitchell’s music evoke a sense of generational longing and artistic ad...

Kimberly A. Biggerstaff | Romance - Contemporary

Razor’s Return by Kimberly A. Biggerstaff is an intriguing, deftly crafted tale that intertwines heroism, love, trauma, and redemption. The story follows Zack ''Razor'' Reston, a seasoned Navy SEAL, who volunteers at a charity golf tournament and unexpectedly crosses paths with Eve Patterson, a successful realtor and the daughter of a Navy diver honored on the wall of the local club, whose relationship is rocky and poses danger to her. Their unlikely connection sparks a series of encounters filled with mutual respect, attraction, and shared experiences. Razor’s past missions and personal demons haunt him, and he struggles with feelings of inadequacy, guilt, and the scars—both physical and em...

Kirsten Pursell | Romance

In The Scarlet D by Kirsten Pursell, Scarlet embarks on a daring journey of self-reinvention after a thirty-year marriage crumbles. Seeking solace on Sullivan's Island, she joins a divorced women's book club, hoping to connect with like-minded souls. Amidst the stunning backdrop of South Carolina, her dormant desires come to life when she encounters the charming Ben, a younger man who challenges her boundaries. However, the confident Beau, a maturer suitor and a man more suited for her age, offers a glimpse of true connection. As past wounds resurface with the arrival of an old flame, Scarlet must navigate love, judgment, and the possibility of a second chance. The novel opens with Scarlet's...

Leona Cobham | Children - Fiction

Flying Circus: Above and Beyond is the third installment in the Airplane Adventures series by Leona Cobham. It is a captivating and hugely imaginative aviation adventure with an irresistible appeal to young readers. The story follows a diverse group of aircraft characters as they face challenges, seek resolution, and explore the themes of purpose, perseverance, and the importance of teamwork. The story opens with Nighthawk, a stealth fighter jet, on a tense encounter with a rogue Hercules C-One Thirty, known as Albert, who feels discarded and seeks revenge after being retired from service. As the Flying Circus planes work to resolve the conflict, Woody the Tiger Moth embarks on a charitable...

Bryan Smeltzer | Non-Fiction - Business/Finance

In The Visionary Leader, Bryan Smeltzer delivers a compelling exploration of what it means to lead with vision, purpose, and conviction. Drawing on the lives and legacies of transformative figures such as Steve Jobs, Jesus Christ, Albert Einstein, and Mahatma Gandhi, Smeltzer outlines the essential traits that define visionary leadership. He identifies 16 key principles—such as vision, faith, dedication, passion, and innovation—that distinguish extraordinary leaders from conventional ones. Through a series of focused chapters, each centered on a specific trait and illustrated with historical examples, Smeltzer provides a roadmap for aspiring leaders who seek to inspire change, drive progress...

Laurel Colless | Children - Adventure

Knights Unite is the fourth book in the Peter Blue Series by Laurel Colless, and it follows Riva du Lac, who is determined to uphold her promise to avoid detentions at Spiral Hall. But a sea cleanup reveals Shem, a mythical fish boy, and a surprise honor from the Spiral Knights forces her to choose between rules and friendship. Meanwhile, Peter Blue has a vision of a water-dwelling monster. Can their unlikely alliance save the knights—and the world? Laurel Colless captures the delicate balance of environmental activism and adolescent adventure through the eyes of Riva, the determined twelve-year-old protagonist. The character development is both nuanced and engaging, particularly in Riva’s j...

Costi Gurgu | Science Fiction & Fantasy

In Costi Gurgu’s Pink Corrosion, Geo Woodman kills Prince Boris after the second Black Rain and becomes heir to the Silkers' crown. He struggles to win the trust of the commanders and council members in his efforts to stop the Silver Star from destroying the Caves. Geo must forge alliances with people like Lord Lakefront while facing enemies within his court, like Lady L and the wicked Silver Star. He faces personal betrayals, political intrigue, and military threats. While he fights to control an already fractured civilization and enforce his leadership in the court, another powerful threat looms ahead — Han the Great. Han has conquered almost half of the world, and will Geo’s world be the...

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...