Marcha Fox and Pete Risingsun | Native American Literature

The Curse of Dead Horse Canyon: Cheyenne Spirits, by Marcha Fox and Pete Risingsun, is the first book in the series. The authors deliver a tale spanning centuries and intertwined destinies. The narrative opens in 1879 with a brutal raid on a Cheyenne village by silver miners, leading to the deaths of two young braves and the tribe’s horses, and a curse laid upon the land by medicine man Black Cloud. Fast forward 140 years to a clandestine project in the same Colorado wilderness. Bryan Reynolds uncovers its disturbing connection to the historical exploitation, but his discovery is cut short when he's killed in a suspicious accident, leaving his wife, Sara, with amnesia. Determined to uncover...

Lori Hyon Bae | Fiction - Literary

Firefly Manifesto: Journey into the Labyrinth by Lori Hyon Bae is a fascinating story delivered in a fragmented, introspective narrative voice set at the end of the world. In a mountain nature preserve, a refuge for the displaced in a world dominated by the hybrid H Sapiens Techritidae, a woman begins a life teetering between reality and dream. As a storm rages, she embarks on an internal odyssey, a quest for escape and a return home to a golden desert of memory. Her journey winds through the evolutionary trail, seeking her origins, encountering a pantheon of fellow travelers: from a deity and a philosophical child to the creatures of the wild – deer, heron, hummingbird, firefly. But a dark...

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...

J.J. Alo | Fiction - Horror

 Misery Plaza by J.J. Alo is a supernatural Western that plunges readers into a world where the past is never truly buried. William Potter is on the run, a notorious outlaw trying to outrun his past as Joseph Griffin. He seeks refuge in the strange, isolated village of Missouri Plaza, hoping to shield his children from the violence he's known. But this town has its darkness. Surrounded by liars, thieves, and killers, Potter stumbles upon a buried treasure that could buy their escape. Instead, he unearths a nightmare. Missouri Plaza holds secrets that are not of this world, and as an ancient horror awakens, Potter finds himself in a fight not just for his freedom, but for his family's ve...

Leona Cobham | Children - Adventure

Flying Circus Through Thick and Thin by Leona Cobham, the second installment of the in the Airplane Adventures series, a notable book that takes readers on a journey with a group of anthropomorphic airplanes—Vul the Vulcan, Spif the Spitfire, Woody the Tiger Moth, and Tom the F-14 Tomcat—as they tackle extreme weather conditions and an emergency in a remote village. Amid inexplicable illnesses plaguing the villagers, the planes face dangerous adversaries involved in suspicious mining operations. The narrative unfolds as they integrate teamwork, face treacherous environments, and demonstrate grit to protect the villagers. This leads to thrilling air encounters and a battle against an unjust t...

Edmond A Bruneau | Poetry

Sip & Savor by Edmond Bruneau is a collection of poems that explore a wide range of human experiences, capture intimate emotions, and deliver captivating observations. The poems touch upon personal reflections, offer social critiques, and glimpse into everyday life, often with a blend of wit, authenticity, and a keen eye for detail. The collection moves through diverse themes, from the creative process and personal identity to relationships, mortality, and the absurdities of modern life. Through various subjects, Bruneau invites the reader to pause, reflect, and find connection in shared human moments. The collection reminds us to see the extraordinary in the ordinary moments of life, an...

John Reinhardt | Self- Help

John Reinhardt's You're Shopping Me Crazy! taps into a universal experience: the maddening array of inconsiderate behaviors encountered during a seemingly simple trip to the store. Primarily focusing on grocery shopping, Reinhardt lays bare 101 instances of discourtesy, from aisle-blocking behemoths to checkout line invaders and parking lot pirates. What could be a relentless litany of complaints is instead a surprisingly relatable and often humorous exploration of modern-day shopping etiquette (or lack thereof). Reinhardt adopts a conversational, slightly exasperated tone that will resonate with anyone who has felt their patience tested by fellow shoppers. Each short chapter tackles a speci...

Cathy Parker |

Cathy Parker’s Robot: A Deadly Love Story masterfully melds the themes of love, loyalty, and the moral quandaries posed by advancing technology. The story follows mechanic Cassidy Barr, a mechanic whose excitement for her job at Lorbar quickly devolves into a labyrinth of corporate intrigue. In a world where technology blurs the line between human and machine, mechanic Cassidy Barr is thrilled to accept a groundbreaking job at Lorbar, the company transforming the future with advanced robots. But Cassidy finds herself entangled in a web of corporate ambition and secret agendas as she works alongside Sam, a charismatic android training to run for public office. Her relationship with boyfr...

Kayla Cunningham | Science Fiction & Fantasy

In Blood Oath, Kayla Cunningham delivers a gripping tale set within a dark, fantastic realm torn apart by the violence of the Sovereign War. The story follows Allyria Pilar, a sixteen-year-old prisoner in Redvine, who faces execution after her desperate attempt to save a magical woman, Prisoner #9486114, escalates into chaos. This pivotal moment catapults Allyria into the depths of a brutal system designed to crush hope and humanity. When unexpected help arrives through the enigmatic Death Dealer, Allyria must navigate her newfound freedom. At the same time, she is bound by an unsettling blood oath that ties her fate to an influential and morally ambiguous figure. But can she break free and...

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...

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...

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...