< Back Alan A. A. Winter Savior's Day (2025 Edition) Book blurb... Alan A. Winter's "Savior's Day" weaves two true stories into a high-stakes, edge-of-your-seat, apocalyptic thriller. The story begins as an elderly Jewish man is killed on the steps of St. Patrick's Cathedral. With his last breath he hands Archbishop Ford, a black man, a sliver of ancient parchment for safekeeping. Ford is amazed that NYPD detective LeShana Thompkins, also black, can translate the Hebrew writing on a scrap from the 1000-year-old Bible known as the Codex of Aleppo. LeShana explains how she knows Hebrew by telling truths about Ford's lineage kept from him by his adoptive parents. Ford's life is tossed into a cauldron of intrigue when he is summoned to the Vatican; a new Pope must be chosen. As dueling stories of Ford and the treasured Codex merge, Ford, plus other world leaders, travel to the Temple Mount to receive the long-lost missing Bible pages when two assassins squeeze their triggers at the same moment, jeopardizing chances to ease Mideast tensions. Purchase here

< Back Juliet Rose We Don’t Matte A young film student captures police brutality on camera, by author Juliet Rose Seattle film student, Aiden, dreams of making it big as a film maker in California, but he is burdened with guilt over his brothers’ tragic suicide several years earlier. One day, while filming skateboarders at the local park, Aiden meets Zeke, a construction worker from Utah. Aiden feels an instant connection to Zeke, but he is unsure of his feelings and his own sexuality. As Aiden and Zeke’s relationship slowly develops, trouble erupts between the police and the residents of a homeless encampment. Aiden captures footage of police brutality and the murder of a defenceless autistic, homeless man, Enrique. Police officers notice Aiden is filming the incident, and he is chased through the streets and captured. He discards his camera in an alleyway, which is later picked up by a local resident. Aiden is wrongfully arrested by the police, beaten, and questioned. Enrique later dies from his injuries in hospital, but Aiden manages to recover his camera, and working with a local reporter, publishes the footage of Enrique’s murder. In fear of his life, from the police and radical police supporters, Aiden and Zeke travel across the country to the west coast and the safety of Aiden’s old friends, Sam and Smitty. With further civil protests, and reports of more police brutality, the couple are forced back to Seattle, to film and document the protests. The couple decide to turn their experiences of racism, discrimination, homophobia, and radical religious fanaticism, into something positive, and plan to travel the county and film people’s stories of oppression, injustice, and police brutality. But before they can move forward in their lives together, they must first address their own trauma. We Don’t Matter by author Juliet Rose is a powerful novel, which deals with issues of racism, discrimination, homophobia, radical religious fanaticism, and police brutality. Juliet Rose writes about these issues, sensitively and with compassion, and develops understanding and empathy for the main characters Aiden and Zeke, and the issues they face. Juliet Rose shows that we all certainly ‘Do Matter’. With some new characters, and some familiar characters from Juliet’s novel, ‘Do Over’, this book is a nice accompaniment to ‘Do Over’, but can also be read independently as a standalone novel. Star rating: 5 Stars Summary: A powerful novel, which deals with issues of racism, discrimination, homophobia, radical religious fanaticism, and police brutality, sensitively and with compassion. Purchase here

< Back Kerk Murray Since the Day We Danced A second chance at love, for two Hadley Cove residents. Forty-year-old Emma Wright is forced to sell the home her grandfather gifted to her, following her divorce to Chad Jones. Throughout the marriage, Chad was cruel, manipulative, and controlling. The turbulent relationship ends when Chad had an affair with a younger woman, and Emma is left broken. With intense feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and hopelessness, she doesn’t know how to move on with her life. Her only joy is Riley, the golden retriever rescue dog she retained full custody of following the divorce. She moves into a smaller cottage, closer to the coast in Hadley Cove, Georgia. But shortly after the move, Riley escapes through an open door and Emma is distraught when she cannot find him. Riley finds his way back to his old home, where he meets new residents Luke Grayson and his seventeen-year-old son, Jeremiah. Still grieving the loss of his wife who died two years previously from cancer, Luke has moved to Hadley Cove from Chicago, to spend more time with his son. Jeremiah has struggled since his moms death and blames his dad for not being there for him when he was younger. Luke and Jeremiah grow fond of Riley and let him stay until they can track down his owner. When Emma and Riley are finally reunited, Emma develops a friendship with Luke, Hadley Cove’s handsome new bachelor. But when their friendship turns into something more intimate, they decide to keep their relationship secret, to avoid hurting Jeremiah. Will Emma ever trust a man again? Can Luke learn to love another? How will they break the news to Jeremiah? Since the Day We Danced by author Kerk Murray is a romantic novel and a tender love story between two middle aged adults who find love again after heartache. As Emma and Luke try to rebuild their lives in Hadley Cove, they are brought together by Emma’s beloved dog, Riley, and discover an unexpected companionship. But the path to finding love again isn’t easy, as each character must deal with their own pain and trauma. The novel explores the devastating impact of grief and divorce, and the healing power of connection, friendship, and love. A beautiful reminder that even after heartache, one can find love again. Star rating: 5 Stars Summary: A tender and heartfelt love story about a widower and a divorcee who discover an unexpected companionship, and the prospect of a second chance at love. Purchase here

< Back SJ Williams The Auburn Guide: A True Story of Spirit, Survival and Awakening The Auburn Guide by SJ Williams is a deeply personal memoir and spiritual guide that weaves together the author’s harrowing life experiences with practical tools for healing and spiritual connection. Williams does not shy away from recounting the darkest moments of her life—childhood abuse, family violence, betrayal, loss, and physical and mental health struggles. The narrative is unfiltered and authentic, inviting readers into the author’s most private pain and triumphs. This vulnerability is a major strength, as it fosters a sense of trust and relatability. Williams describes moments of divine intervention, encounters with spirit guides and archangels, and the gradual awakening of her intuitive gifts. These experiences are not presented as distant or mystical, but as accessible and real, offering hope to readers who may be seeking their own connection to something greater. The second part of the book is a practical toolkit, offering exercises linked to each chapter’s theme—protection, connecting with spirit guides, aura observation, full moon rituals, energy release, and more. These are clear, step-by-step, and grounded in lived experience rather than abstract theory. For example, the “Bubble of Protection” exercise (Chapter 1) and “Heart-Centred Gratitude” (Chapter 8) are simple yet powerful practices that readers can immediately apply. Despite the trauma and setbacks, the memoir is ultimately a story of survival, resilience, and transformation. Williams’s journey from victimhood to empowerment is inspiring, and her ability to find meaning and spiritual growth in adversity is a central message. This book is ideal for readers interested in memoirs of survival, spiritual awakening, and practical self-healing. It will particularly resonate with those who have experienced trauma, loss, or are seeking a deeper spiritual path. The inclusion of exercises makes it a valuable resource for personal growth or group discussion. Highly recommended for anyone seeking inspiration, healing, or a reminder that even in the darkest times, light and guidance are possible. Star rating: 5 Stars Summary: A courageous, compassionate, and practical memoir that offers both solace and tools for transformation. Purchase here

< Back Rebecca Anne Nguyen The 23rd Hero A young woman travels back in time to try and avert an environmental disaster. Sloane Burrows, a twenty-nine-year-old Techno Engineering graduate from Vancouver, is working as a ‘Boothie’ subcontractor (technician) for ‘The Program.’ Developed by an unknown inventor, The Program is a government initiative that aims to right the wrongs of the past, by transporting people back in time, to change the future. Due to over population, deforestation, industrialisation and much more, the world is on the brink of an environmental apocalypse. Citizens are encouraged to apply to The Program to become a ‘Hero,’ to save the world and receive a $10 million reward for their family. Twenty-two Heroes have successfully travelled back in time, resulting in positive environmental impacts. Sloane has secretly dreamed of applying to The Program, but she is ineligible due to her work as a subcontractor. Almost a year has passed since the last Hero travelled back in time and the world is on the brink of collapse once again. The government lifts the restrictions and Sloane is eligible to apply. Her twin brother applies on her behalf, and she is shortlisted. The odds are stacked against her, as no woman has ever been selected as a Hero. But, out of thirty-three million applicants, Sloane is selected as the 23rd Hero. Sloane’s mission is to travel back in time to sixteenth-century France to the home of King Francis I. Her task is to pose as a royal fortune teller, to build the King’s trust and influence his decision making. The aim is to stop the King from investing in the first French expedition to the Americas. It is hoped that this will delay French colonization in the New World, and ensure Indigenous people retain control of their homelands, thereby reducing the carbon footprint for future generations. But, when the man of her dreams walks into her life, Sloane’s world is turned upside down. The mission is a huge risk. There is no guarantee that the intervention will work, and Sloane could die in the past without ever knowing the outcome of her mission, or ever seeing the man of her dreams again. The 23rd Hero by author Rebecca Anne Nguyen follows the journey of an extraordinary young woman who travels back in time to sixteenth century France to try and save the planet. Nguyen successfully combines an environmental disaster, with a historical time travel adventure, and a passionate love story. With an intriguing plot, beautifully written prose, and plenty of humor, this is a unique and remarkable novel from a debut author. Fans of time-travel, eco-dystopian fiction, history and romance will love this story. Star rating: 5 Stars Summary : With plenty of humor and a passionate romance, this is a time-travelling adventure like no other. Purchase here

< Back Ganzorig Strategy Is Attitude: The Missing Half of Strategy Book blurb... Every strategist learns process. Almost none are taught attitude. For fifty years, strategy has been treated as a conscious, analytical discipline. The tools have improved. The failure rate has not. Strategy Is Attitude argues that this is because strategy is too demanding for the conscious mind—and that the real engine of strategic judgment is the subconscious. The attitudes that orient subconscious processing determine whether a strategist sees reality or illusion. Get them wrong, and no amount of analysis will save you. Get them right, and strategic perception becomes instinctive. Only one leader in history systematically installed this capability in others: Genghis Khan. Starting from nothing, he built the only command system that mass-produced strategists—and sustained strategic dominance beyond the founder's death. Alexander couldn’t do it. Napoleon couldn’t do it. No modern corporation has done it. This book shows how it was done, and how it can be done again. Purchase here

< Back Regan Walker The Irish Yankee Book blurb... In June 1775, amid the Revolutionary War’s early stirrings, Irish Yankee Jeremiah O’Brien, seizes a British armed schooner off the Maine coast to thwart the cargo of lumber she was escorting from reaching British forces in Boston. Inspired by this daring victory, Jeremiah abandons his lumber business to command privateer vessels, relentlessly pursuing British merchant ships across dangerous waters. Defying the British navy’s tightening grip on the Massachusetts coast, he risks his life and his ships to capture many prizes. Yet his greatest battle may lay onshore: winning the heart of Elizabeth Fitzpatrick, a fiercely independent woman who loves the freedom he fights for. Only a man worthy of the title “the hero of the Lexington of the Sea” could earn her love and prove himself worthy of her strength. Purchase here

< Back Leah K. Hollon Unwinding the Imprints of Disease: Transforming Intergenerational and Transgenerational Trauma Book blurb... What if the illness you carry didn’t start with you? What if the pain you feel, physical or emotional, is the echo of a story your body inherited? In Unwinding the Imprints of Disease, Dr. Leah Hollon, ND, MPH, invites you to explore a groundbreaking truth: the roots of suffering can extend beyond your lifetime, embedded in the experiences of those who came before you. Through the lens of modern epigenetics and ancestral insight, she reveals how trauma, whether recent or ancient, can shape your health, emotions, and identity. Purchase here

< Back Rose Mary Boehm Life Stuff Book blurb... This brilliant collection speaks candidly about living in the final stretch of one’s time. Rose writes about aging, the pending inevitable, the changing world, friendship and family, the meaning of home. She meanders down memory lane, from Peru to Paris to Spain to Germany. She recalls childhood and harrowing experiences of tyranny and war, in the same scrapbook as motherhood and love and the wonders of people and nature. These gorgeous poems speak about regrets and losses with rare honesty. In a way, this collection from a prolific and gifted writer is her love letter to us, something for us to keep, to keep her close. This is a writer who knows that the darkness and most painful parts of life hold as much wealth as the sweetest. And this is her magnum opus. Lorette C. Luzajic, editor, The Ekphrastic Review, author, The Rope Artist, Winter in June Purchase here

< Back Jim Sarto Is School Really Out For The Summer?: Abbreviated Musings of a High School Principal Book blurb... Think summer's a break for principals? Think again. Dr. Joey Strat, Avenue Ridge High School's veteran principal, trades sunny relaxation for endless school drama in this laugh-out-loud satire. From unruly students and apathetic staff to demanding, clueless parents, Joey's vacation is a non-stop whirlwind of chaos. Amid the madness, Joey wistfully recalls his idyllic fifth-grade summer of 1964 - a time of boundless freedom, family, and adventure. Through vivid flashbacks, he contrasts the golden days of his youth with the ridiculous, real-life challenges of running a school. Is School Really Out for the Summer? serves up hilarity, heartfelt nostalgia, and a behind-the-scenes peek into school life. Perfect for educators, parents, and anyone who' s ever needed a laugh, this book proves that while school might be out, the lessons (and headaches) never end. Purchase here

< Back Nicole Frail The Perfect Blend: A Coffee Shop-Inspired Sweet Romance Anthology Book blurb... Coffee is our love language. Through the rituals of brewing, sipping, and sharing, the characters that appear in the twelve short stories included in The Perfect Blend discover more than just comfort in coffee—they find vulnerability, hope, belonging, and love in its many forms. Featured stories and authors include: “Best Seat in the House” by Amanda Yanul “Brewing Affection” by Katelynn Dilday “Scents of Reminiscence” by Stacy Shaffer “Wax & Wane Bakery” by Stephanie Evans “Pay It Forward” by J.L. Franklin “Perfect” by Jenn Johnson-Hamer “Chasing Fate” by Erin Bastow “Love at First Latte” by M. C. Ryder “Chock Full of Love” by Madison Park “Just a Dash of Coffee” by Olga Serafini “The Not So Soft Ritual of Cocoa” by Mykala Patel “The Many Blessings of Hestia Caffina” by Elizabeth Baizel This anthology was created in collaboration with Coffee Inclusive, a coffee shop and bakery located in Pittston, Pennsylvania, where inclusion, opportunity, and community come together. Each purchase benefits their programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities Purchase here

< Back Zelly Ruskin Not Yours to Keep Thirty-somethings, Billie and Tyler Campbell from Boston, Massachusetts, are thinking about adoption. Following years of unsuccessfully trying to conceive a baby, the couple believe it’s their only chance to have a baby of their own. Billie works as an adoption specialist at a local adoption agency, while Tyler is a successful attorney about to become a junior partner at his law firm. When Billie meets Madison, a pregnant college student considering giving up her baby for adoption, she becomes obsessed with her unborn baby. She longs to adopt Madison’s baby and raise it as her own, but Tyler is having second thoughts about fatherhood. He wants to make Billie happy, but he is haunted by past events that Billie knows nothing about. Meanwhile, a troubled local woman named Anne also longs for a baby of her own and becomes obsessed with Madison and Billie. Billie and Tyler’s life is turned upside down when Tyler starts to receive anonymous messages and a photo of an unknown baby. Then, when a newborn baby goes missing, the characters collide as Billie becomes prime suspect number one. Not Yours to Keep is a tense psychological thriller by Zelly Ruskin. The novel follows the journey of a young couple desperate to adopt a baby after years of heartbreak and infertility. Billie’s anguish and desperation to become a mother is heartbreakingly real. But their lives begin to unravel when a mysterious woman from Tyler’s past begins to stalk them. What starts as a story of heartache and longing, spirals into a chilling tale of obsession, secrets, and betrayal. Well written with multiple person perspectives and multiple timelines, the tension builds slowly over time. But, just when you think you have it all figured out, the plot twists again. If you enjoy thrillers with complex characters, this one is for you. Star rating: 5 Stars Summary : An emotionally charged, captivating and heartfelt novel about a young couple desperate to adopt a baby after years of heartbreak and infertility. Purchase here