R. Christian Bohlen (Carpenter's Son Publishing)
R. Christian Bohlen's Miracle at Angels Bend is a profound and compassionate exploration of faith, healing, and personal transformation framed within the struggles of several characters in a small town. With an engaging and thoughtful narrative style, Bohlen weaves together various lives, each character struggling with unique challenges, dilemmas, and hopes for redemption through faith and the teachings of Jesus Christ. The book introduces readers to characters like Josh, Hannah, Dave, and Larina, who represent a spectrum of contempor...
Cherie Burbach (Bonjour Publishing (January 23, 2023))
In Cherie Burbach's profoundly moving novel, The Space Between Dreaming, readers are invited into a world where grief, hope, and the search for identity coexist. The narrative follows two main characters, Grace and Jane, each dealing with their struggles and desires in the backdrop of love and loss. The dual narratives, alternating between Grace and Jane's perspectives, enrich the story with emotional depth and psychological complexity that resonate deeply.Grace, grappling with the heartache of infertility and the lingering shadow of her troubl...
Maureen Pilkington (Regal House Publishing)
This Side of Water by Maureen Pilkington is a gorgeous collection of short stories that deftly weaves human emotions through the lens of personal relationships and the touching moments that shape the lives of the characters. The collection is an exploration of longing, nostalgia, and the bittersweet nature of memory, deftly interweaved with vivid imagery and sharp dialogue. What does it feel like for a young girl to watch her parents’ infidelity at a beach club? Can a married woman resurrect her father? In the “Float,” the author examines child...
Nick Bruechle (Nick Bruechle (February 4, 2021))
The World Without Mirrors: Confessions of a Peace Terrorist by Nick Bruechle is a thought-provoking and unsettling novel that explores the world of pacifist activism and its moral gray areas. The story follows Jayne Silver, NYU junior Jayne Silver, who leaves campus and moves into a house in Brooklyn. With three housemates and her best friend, Abby, they party hard. Abby becomes a charismatic force in the group's decision to form a pacifist group called Patriots Opposed to War (POW). But the activism quickly morphs into chaos, thanks to Abby, a...
Phillip Vega (thewordverve)
When Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Ollie Morales is brutally attacked while covering a riot at the US Capitol, he's forced to confront the shocking truth about his dark past. Who is behind the attack? Can it be the woman he has loved since childhood? As he starts unraveling the truth, he must confront the demons that have haunted him for years while navigating a tangled web of secrets and lies. Amidst the chaos, he finds solace in a passionate romance that spans decades, but will he forgive himself and others before it's too late? ...
Tim Bartholomew (IndieAuthors)
Gabriel, a middle-aged man adopted from Ghana and living a humdrum life in London, is thrust into a world of corruption, danger, and intrigue when he travels to Tobago to oversee the sale of a family property. As he navigates the island's vibrant culture and contrasting landscapes, Gabriel is forced to confront his values and morals in the face of shocking encounters with drug dealers, corrupt officials, and his nemesis, Pablo. Along the way, he meets three strong women who challenge him to break free from his comfort zone and take control of h...
Don Tassone (Rochak Publishing)
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...
C.P. Florez (Iridium)
The Daughter Bond by C.P. Florez is a poignant exploration of generational trauma, buried secrets, and the unexpected dimensions of love. At the heart of this evocative narrative is Latina psychologist Irene Míral, who struggles with the unsettling legacy left by her mother, Alma. Haunted by her mother's experiences of abuse and loss, Irene's journey to healing is equally professional and personal. The story interweaves Irene's ongoing struggle to establish a successful women's PTSD unit at Lakeside Hospital with haunting memories from her...
Jennifer DiVita (Hummingbird Book House)
Not Your Shoe Size by Jennifer DiVita is a delightful exploration of the aging problem, a tale of friendship and self-acceptance. The novel follows the lifelong friendship of Julia and Colette, two women who couldn't age more differently. Julia gracefully embraces her gray hair and wrinkles while Colette relentlessly chases after youthfulness. Despite their differing approaches to aging, their fierce loyalty and shared experiences—from puberty to menopause—form the foundation of their enduring friendship. The book nuancedly explores interg...
George Cramer (Russian Hill Press)
New Liberty by George Cramer plunges readers into the heart of a gritty urban landscape where gang warfare simmers with brutal intensity and law enforcement struggles to maintain order amidst the chaos. This police procedural offers a harrowing glimpse into the intersecting lives of cops and criminals, weaving a narrative that is as raw as it is compelling. Set in a fictionalized Arizona city, the novel thrusts readers into the violent clash between two rival gangs: the Black 4-Aces and the Latino Los Scorpios Locos. Cramer's portrayal of these...
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