< Back Douglas King An Innocent World An Innocent World by author Douglas King is a deeply thought-provoking exploration of a hypothetical scenario: What if Adam and Eve had chosen not to eat the fruit of the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil? This Christian-based non-fiction book delves into the implications of such a choice, contrasting two paths of existence—the innocent, immortal life represented by the Tree of Life; and the guilty, mortal life filled with suffering and character-building. King uses deductive logic to examine profound questions about human nature, morality, and the purpose of suffering. He proposes that the Guilty world, with its pain and challenges, is a necessary path to build the strength of character required to stand in the presence of Almighty God. The book also imagines a world of Innocents, free from human evil, crime, and war, yet still subject to accidents and natural disasters. King contrasts this idyllic world with the harsh realities of our own, highlighting the prevalence of human suffering and evil. The book is rich in philosophical and theological insights, supported by biblical references and logical reasoning. King’s writing is accessible yet deeply reflective, encouraging readers to question their beliefs and consider alternate perspectives on existence, morality, and faith. A fascinating and compelling read for those interested in philosophy, theology, and speculative thought. An Innocent World challenges readers to reflect on their own lives and the choices that shape their spiritual journey, offering a fresh perspective on the human experience. Star rating: 5 Stars Summary : A bold and speculative exploration of Christianity, morality, suffering, and the human experience. Purchase here

< Back M. J. Kelley II Identity Crisis: Who Am I, Really? Book blurb... In an age defined by the noise of social media, constant comparison, and the exhausting pressure to perform, Identity Crisis: Who Am I, Really? offers a powerful antidote to the modern identity crisis. This book confronts the deceptive allure of the inward search and the cultural myth that worth must be earned. It guides readers to the unwavering foundation of their true self, revealing that identity is a gift received, not a title achieved. You will discover your unshakeable value as a masterpiece created in the Imago Dei and find eternal security as a beloved child adopted by the King, your life forever "hidden with Christ in God". The book equips you to wage the war for your mind by demolishing the enemy's lies with the truth of Scripture, liberating you from the crippling performance trap and empowering you to live an authentic, purpose-filled life, not for the fleeting applause of the crowd, but for an Audience of One. Purchase here

< Back Shawn Gaffney Seeing Clearly: Turning Clarity into Culture, Scale, and Legacy Book blurb... Clarity. Culture. Growth. Legacy. From the outside, your company looks successful. From the inside, it feels heavy. Your team is busy, but progress feels uneven. Meetings multiply while alignment thins, and the same friction keeps resurfacing. There’s no lack of intelligence, effort, or ambition. The problem is clarity. In Seeing Clearly, INFINIUM founder and CEO Shawn Gaffney draws on more than four decades of operational leadership to explore how leaders see without assumption, turn clarity into structure, and build cultures that remain aligned as organizations grow. Through personal stories of pressure, failure, refinement, and conviction, Seeing Clearly explores the discipline required to protect standards, strengthen alignment, and build something that lasts long after the founder steps away. Clarity is where it begins. Legacy is what remains. Purchase here

< Back Michel Desmarquet Thiaoouba Prophecy: A True Story of Travel through Time and Space to the Golden Planet Book blurb... Too REAL for Sci-Fi, Too INCREDIBLE for Nonfiction An extraterrestrial transmission on Earth's hidden origins, ancient civilizations, and the spiritual Evolution required to survive what is coming. It Recounts the author’s abduction and journey to the planet Thiaoouba, and the revelations provided by his extraterrestrial guide Considers Earth’s deep history and mysteries, looking at stories of ancient Egypt, Mu, and Atlantis, the true origins of Moses’s and Jesus’s messages, and explores reincarnation, astral travel, and telepathy Offers a spiritual message with guidance on how to advance into the higher consciousness that is necessary to avoid a global catastrophe After emigrating to Australia in 1972, French-born Michel Desmarquet was contacted one night by an extraterrestrial being named Thao, who took him via spaceship to the distant planet of Thiaoouba. Serving as his guide, the androgynous being described our planet’s prospects for the future and revealed esoteric truths that continue to challenge humankind. Desmarquet reveals the true purpose of the Great Pyramid, the source of the Bible’s revelations, and the history of life on Mars. He explains who created the statues on Easter Island, the truth behind lost continents such as Atlantis and Mu, and what accounts for the strange happenings in the Bermuda Triangle. He also elaborates on mysterious psychic and spiritual phenomena, including telepathy, the significance of auras, levitation, space travel, and the inner workings of the universe. Ultimately, the message Thao shares with Desmarquet is spiritual in nature. Only by evolving to a higher level of consciousness can humanity avoid global catastrophe, a tragic fate that has befallen other galactic civilizations. Purchase here

< Back Iris Dorbian An Epiphany in Lilacs Book blurb... An Epiphany in Lilacs is a novel set in a displaced persons camp outside Hamburg, Germany, following the end of World War II. After liberation in May 1945, Daniel, a 14-year-old Latvian Jew, is treated in a field hospital in the British zone of partitioned Germany. A survivor of various concentration camps, Daniel fights to recover from starvation and disease. Racked by nightmares, a nearly nightly occurrence, Daniel finds sleep almost impossible. Through his love of nature and pre-war memories, Daniel struggles to find comfort. He forms an intriguing bond with an older German gentile, another survivor. Later on, as he joins a theatre troupe, Daniel tries to move on with his life, yet is still searching for the whereabouts of his mother and two sisters. Purchase here

< Back MM Myers Threads of Time Book blurb... A collection of poems from over the years whenever something major happened in my life most times I would put it in my journal. Sometimes with tears dripping down my face about a loved one that had gone on home, be it my mom or my aunts or even my pastor, each one a blessing in their own way. Overall God was constant and steadfast in my life even when times were very difficult. It was in those times I learned to truly lean on my heavenly father. I learned to be thankful even in those very difficult times. Philippians 4:11 says I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am. I continue to strive to be content in all things, even with the fridge goes out and the water heater was just replaced, that is when I must remind myself at least we have these things that make life, a bit easier and not everyone can say just that. Purchase here

< Back Alison McBain The New Empire A young prince fights for survival when he is sold into slavery and shipped across the Pacific Ocean, by author Alison McBain The New Empire tells the story of Jiangxi, the son of a Chinese emperor who is sold into slavery by his older brother, following his fathers’ death. Jiangxi is shipped across the Pacific Ocean to the west coast of North America, where he is bought by Onas, an elder and spiritual leader of the Haudenosaunee and Mutsun Native American tribes. Jiangxi becomes Onas’s personal, household slave, and unlike other slaves, Jiangxi has some, albeit limited, freedoms. He is able to spend time exploring his environment, where he meets other enslaved Chinese people, working in the corn fields. One day, he meets a young, enslaved girl and helps her escape, by sailing her up the river in a boat he found and repaired. Onas suspects Jiangxi’s involvement in the girl’s disappearance, and expels him from the house. Jiangxi is forced to work in the fields and live in the squalid and cramped longhouses. After twelve months, Jiangxi returns to Onas’s home, where he promises to obey his owner, but secretly hatches a plan to free other Chinese slaves. Over the next few years, Jiangxi slowly rebuilds Onas’s trust, and Onas repays him by giving him his freedom and making him his apprentice. But Jiangxi is conflicted, and torn between his loyalty to the man who liberated him, and the promise he made to his enslaved country people. The New Empire by author Alison McBain is a captivating and mesmerizing alternative history novel, set in the west coast of North America in the eighteenth century. The book provides an interesting perspective on what might have happened, had the Chinese been the first to settle in North America. Told from the perspective of a young boy, born to an Emperor and sold into slavery, as he comes of age and fights for survival in a new world. Despite his own predicament, Jiangxi defies the authorities and risks his freedom, and his own life, to help others. The book shows the horrors and brutality of slavery, so prevalent throughout human history, but also the power of individual acts of resistance and defiance, which can change the world. Thoroughly researched, with a gripping and believable plot, rich characters and excellent world building, this book will appeal to readers who enjoy alternative history novels. Star rating: 5 Stars Summary: A captivating and mesmerizing alternative history novel, beautifully written by Alison McBain. Highly recommended. Purchase here

< Back Marieke Lexmond The Cup, The Madigan Chronicles #4 The Madigan clan return in the fourth volume of this magical series. The Cup, The Madigan Chronicles is the fourth instalment in this fantasy series, by author Marieke Lexmond. Several centuries ago, four sisters separated four powerful elemental objects (the Cup of Plenty, the Wand of Wisdom, the Dagger of Consciousness, and the Pentacle of Growth). The Cup of Plenty was hidden in northern Greenland, with a strong magical safety net, of witch wands and modern technology. The Cup is protected by the guardian of the Cup, Snowflake, and the Berthelsen family. In her pursuit of power, evil aunt Lucy Lockwood was banished from the family for trying to steal the elemental objects. She created a powerful spell to find the general location of the Cup and to breakdown the protective barriers. Lucy locates the Cup on the island of Greenland, and travels to the island to recover it. Freya and Luna Madigan also travel to Greenland, to warn Snowflake and help her protect the Cup of Plenty. Will Freya and Luna find the Cup before Aunt Lucy and the Queen of Fairy? The Cup, The Madigan Chronicles #4 is a magical and mesmerising fantasy fiction novel by author Marieke Lexmond. Lexmond effortlessly weaves together a spellbinding tale of magic, destiny, and a battle between good and evil. With beautiful scenery, a rich mystical world, wonderful eccentric characters, and a cleverly crafted and gripping plot, this is a fantasy fiction novel not to be missed. Readers new to the series might struggle to follow some of the backstory, and I recommend starting from the first book to fully enjoy this magical series. The book (and series) will appeal to readers who enjoy character-led fantasy fiction adventure. Star rating: 5 Stars Summary: A spellbinding tale of magic, destiny, and a battle between good and evil. Purchase here

< Back Glenda Brown The Story of Raine One woman fights for survival when she learns her marriage is built on lies, by author Glenda Brown Following a short, whirlwind romance, seventeen-year-old Lana marries Sloan and moves to Virginia Blue Ridge Mountains to live with his family. The grand home and farm, named the ‘Shaddeau’, is set in 1,500 acres of land, far from Lana’s modest family home in Missouri. As Lana settles into life in Virginia, she soon becomes pregnant, and her baby girl, she names Raine, is born in the middle of a storm. Raine spends much of her childhood alone, while her father is busy working on the farm, and her mother is depressed. She grows up to be a shy but independent young woman, with dreams of becoming a lawyer. Raine attends college in Maryland, and meets her roommate JaDee who introduces her to an Italian named Anthony Riconi. Raine confides in her friend that one day she will marry Anthony. But JaDee warns her that he might not be a good match and his family has a questionable reputation. During a storm one evening, Raine is badly injured in a terrible car accident. Raine is rush to hospital and spends several weeks in a coma. JaDee suggests they call Anthony to her bedside, and on hearing his voice, she quickly recovers. Several years later, after Raine graduates and finds a job in real estate, Anthony proposes. The couple marry and Raine becomes pregnant with her first child. Raine feels blessed she has a good life, with a loving husband, a perfect baby, a nice apartment and financial stability. Yet, when Anthony continues to take lengthy trips home to see his family, Raine becomes suspicious. She knows little about his career, or how he earns his money, and she remembers JaDee’s warning when they first met. Raine follows her husband back to New Jersey to find out the truth, but in doing so she uncovers a whole web of lies, which puts her life, and her family home, the Shaddeau, at risk. The Story of Raine is a compelling and captivating Christian fiction novel by author Glenda Brown. Set between 1935 and 1969, the story is about a woman who is born into a privileged life, but largely neglected by her parents. It shows how her experiences as a young child and teen, and her relationship with her parents, impacted her later life choices. As she finds her own independence and marries the man of her dreams, she soon realises that she has been duped. The novel is easy to read, and hard to put down. It is quite a lengthy novel (at 444 pages), but I was hooked throughout. I particularly enjoyed the way the author weaved in the presence of storms throughout Raine’s life, from her birth right through to her death. This is a Christian novel, and there are some subtle references to God and Christian values, but this does not overwhelm the story. With a blend of romance, tragedy, mystery and suspense, this book will appeal to readers who enjoy historical fiction, women’s fiction and Christian fiction. Star rating: 5 Stars Summary: A compelling and captivating Christian fiction novel, that is both easy to read and hard to put down. Purchase here

< Back Margaret Tran The ACTIONS A seven-step model to help deal with grief and loss, by author Margaret Tran The ACTIONS: 7 Steps To Powerful Change is a self-help book by life coach and author Margaret Tran, to help readers change their habits and build a new purposeful life. Based on the authors personal, lived experiences, and many years working as a life coach, Reiki master, universal energy healer, and acupressure practitioner, Tran presents a new model to help guide readers make meaningful changes in their own life. Tran discusses her early childhood growing up in Vietnam with her adoptive mother and being bullied as a “mixed-race outcast”. She discusses her move to the United States in the 1980’s, where her family built a new life in the land of opportunity. Tran married and had two children, but her life changed significantly when her beloved adoptive mother took ill and sadly passed away. Tran was consumed with grief and battled with acute depression for over four years but rebuilt her life by discovering the person she wanted to become. Tran built on her personal experiences of grief and trauma to develop the ‘ACTION’ model to help others in similar circumstances. The model includes seven-steps: 1) Aim for self-management , 2) Commit to writing things down , 3) Take control of your time , 4) Identify your integrity and preserve it , 5) Open your mind to uncover your strengths , 6) Nurture relationships to stay connected , and 7) Share passion and success to inspire others . She explains that “the key to changing your life is to change your habits” and provides readers with a range of coping mechanisms to help manage grief and alleviate fear and anxiety. She discusses the importance of having short term goals, and focusing on the good things in life, such as developing meaningful relationships. Tran provides a number of free resources for readers who might require further support. The ACTIONS: 7 Steps To Powerful Change is a deeply personal and heartfelt book by Margaret Tran. Tran’s story is inspiring, and she provides valuable insights and strategies for dealing with grief and loss. Tran’ s writing is authentic, thoughtful, sensitive, and compassionate. The book will provide comfort and hope to readers who may be going through similar experiences. Star rating: 5 Stars Summary: A deeply personal and heartfelt self-help book, and a valuable resource for readers experiencing grief and loss Purchase here

< Back Alexander Fernandez Above the Ashes In 1689, fifteen year old Sybil Radella Cotterill is trying to escape the witch-hunters in Plymouth, England. After her mother is killed, Sybil boards a ship to the New World, with her friend and fellow-witch, Constance Chandler. The young women settle in Salem Village, Massachusetts, but fear and hatred of witches has followed the colonists to the New World. As the women try to keep their witchcraft secret, they witness innocent young women killed during the Salem witch trials. When Constance is accused of carrying out the devil’s work through witchcraft, she is sent to her death without a trial. Sybil reveals her true identity, and she is hanged alongside her friend. Sybil uses her powers to evade death, but the towns church leader, Minister Kendrick, casts a spell to make her sleep for three hundred years. In California, three hundred years later, vampires, witches and the undead are accepted in society, and live and work in mutual respect with humans. Vampire, Marcelo, discovers an ancient necklace in his car, which leads him to the Salem Witch Museum. At the museum, Marcelo discovers an old casket with Sybil sleeping inside. Sybil wakes from her three hundred year slumber and Marcelo takes care of her in a world that is now beyond recognition. As Sybil’s powers return, she sets out to find and seek revenge on Kendricks descendants. But Kendrick isn’t far behind, and has a sinister plan to harness Sybil’s powers and take over the world with his dark magic. Above the Ashes is a fantasy fiction novel by Alexander Fernandez, and the first book in the Blood and Hexes Trilogy. The book follows the journey of a witch named Sybil who wakes from a three hundred year slumber and seeks revenge on the man who killed her friend. Fernandez takes the reader on a journey from the sixteenth century to the present day, and from England to Massachusetts, and all the way to Peru. With witches, vampires, demons and dark magic, this is a gripping dark fantasy fiction novel, with a unique and modern twist. With a blend of dark fantasy fiction, adventure, and a touch of romance, this novel is an excellent choice for readers looking for a fresh take on the traditional witch trope. Star rating : 5 Stars Summary : A spellbinding and gripping read, with a fierce protagonist and the beginnings of a tumultuous love affair. Purchase here

< Back Joshua Qually Anxiety Reset 30 Days to Find Calm: A Self-Regulation Workbook for Busy Adults Book blurb... Anxiety overwhelming you? Inspired by my loss to suicide, Anxiety Reset: 30 Days to Find Calm is a 463-page workbook for busy adults. This science-backed 30-day program offers daily affirmations, narrated QR-coded videos, emergency relief cards, and accessible audio for all. With the R.E.S.T. Method, practical exercises, and trackers, it fights stress and digital overload. it’s ideal for veterans, first responders, self improvement seekers and busy adults. Purchase here