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Imagine sitting on a porch swing with a wise, funny friend who hands you a glass of wine and says, “Okay, listen to this…” That’s what reading So I’ve Been Thinking feels like. Judy Marano doesn’t lecture. She shares. She wonders. She pokes at life with a curious stick and invites you to do the…
https://youtu.be/z4bVMghZdqY Rooted: A Mature Tree's Journey is a heartwarming tale highlighting the bond between humans and nature. When Dendro, a wise and mature tree, faces a dangerous threat, two brave siblings take action to save their beloved tree. This exciting story, full of courage and adventure, shows us all the important role we have in…
Mister Movie Star is a charming, flirty romp of a romance novel set against the glitzy backdrop of Beverly Hills and the more grounded vibe of the Pacific Northwest. At its heart, it's about Rose Poppins—a talented but emotionally bruised chef—and George Reed Masters, the Hollywood heartthrob with a hidden depth and, as it turns…
David Church Author Interview Thomas Edison and the Magi Solution follows Thomas Edison's former assistant as he finds himself on a journey to investigate allegations that Hitler has made a deal with the devil. What was the inspiration that created the fantastic journey these characters go on? The inspiration for 'Magi Solution' was a piece…
What do you get when a poet says they’re not really a poet, then proves they kind of are? You get Five Minutes from a Meltdown — a cheeky, offbeat, ridiculously entertaining mashup of punchline poetry and snarky cartoon fun. David Meyer isn’t trying to change your life. He’s trying to make you laugh out…
Ross Leondiou Author Interview Fahrenheit 2600 follows a teen boy battling his demons who, after getting into some trouble, meets a dreamer with a crazy plan and forms a bond of friendship in a steel foundry. What were some ideas that were important for you to share in this book? I wanted to capture the spirit of 1970s Australia—the…
Paragons of the New Moon is a sweeping cosmic fantasy filled with layered lore, celestial politics, and introspective heroes fighting not only monsters but the haunting echoes of their own pasts. This second book in The Last Battlefield for Light and Darkness saga follows Rayeen Beeta—a man brought back from the dead by otherworldly magic—as…
The Lost Dragonrider of Lamar kicks off with a fiery bang—literally. The prologue plunges us into a mystical war zone where divine storms split the sky and dragonriders duel for god-touched power. The story follows two central characters: Tel Roan, a battle-hardened dragonrider with a golden dragon named Ingamar, and Lark, a mysterious young woman…
Poor Laura, she has no choice but to accept her new life in the mysterious town of Deluge, where she now lives with her mother. In Ghosts: The People That Melt in the Rain #2, author Carolyn Watson-Dubisch throws Laura into a world where the strange becomes the everyday. From the moment she arrives, uncanny…
Peace Mitchell Author Interview Women Making a Difference is an anthology featuring women from around the world and their stories of triumph over adversity. Why was this an important collection for you to write? I knew that there were women making a difference in big and small ways all over the world, and yet so…
The Karma Sequence is a genre-bending thriller that kicks off with a seemingly ordinary man receiving a life expectancy report and noticing a cryptic number, “15,529,” next to his predicted age. His curiosity spirals into a disturbing obsession, culminating in a deadly crash. From there, we’re launched into a layered, cerebral journey that weaves together…
Lori Orlinsky’s Being Middle is a heartwarming picture book that speaks directly to the woes and wonders of being the middle child. Told through the eyes of a young girl caught between her older and younger sisters, the story starts with frustration and ends with pride. She laments hand-me-downs, cramped car rides, and cold showers,…
Cinnamon Soul is a vibrant fantasy mystery that follows the quirky and sharp duo of Hokuren, a former City Watch captain turned private investigator, and her barefoot, bolt-catching assistant, Cinna. Set in the magical, lively city of Velles, the story kicks off with the thrilling capture of the infamous Master Thief, Maxwell Barnaby, and quickly…
Roberto S. Jimenez's The Mythologies of the Americas is a sprawling, imaginative trilogy that reimagines ancient mythologies through a wildly futuristic and metaphysical lens. It blends legends, gods, interdimensional travel, and bedtime story warmth into a series of tales that center around gods like Razielle, the Three Fates, and the goddess Dharma. The stories are…
Elizabeth A. Tucker’s The Pale Flesh of Wood is a beautifully tangled family saga rooted in grief, memory, and the slow bend of time. Set across multiple generations, the novel follows the Hawkins family through snapshots of their lives spanning from the 1930s to the 1980s. Centered around a California oak tree, literal and metaphorical,…
Change—Restoration follows a woman who has survived enslavement on a swamp world and is ready to take on a corrupt corporation that is set to plunder the last of Earth's resources for its own greed. What was the initial idea behind this story, and how did that transform you as you wrote the novel? Back…
Heroes of Another Age is a fantasy coming-of-age tale that follows twin brothers Aaron and Aton, two young werewolves living a secluded life with their mother on a remote mountain peak. What starts as a quiet pastoral existence quickly unravels into a tale of magic, identity, and legacy when Aaron discovers he has mysterious healing…
Deanna Bussadori Author Interview New Baby Surprise for Super Big Sister follows a little girl whose family is expecting a new baby, leaving her with some big emotions she is unsure of how to deal with until her big brother steps in and guides her through them. What was the inspiration for your story? My…
L.S. Franco Author Interview Pandora’s Box follows a 14-year-old boy who discovers he is a demigod like his late mother. His life has become a whirlwind of magical schools, ancient mythologies, and adventure while he tries to prevent evil from taking over the world. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story? My son was my inspiration.…
At its heart, Real Aussies: John's Heartbreak is a raw and emotionally intense dive into the life of John, a 24-year-old car salesman hustling through Sydney’s sun-soaked grit of the late '70s. The story kicks off with John chasing the Australian dream—buying out the dealership he works for and giving his family a better future.…
Sean Russell’s Love, Light & Other Beautiful Lies is a poetic memoir that gently unravels a decade-long spiritual journey with raw honesty, lyrical introspection, and a good dose of humility. It's a collection of reflections, poems, and emotional snapshots that chart the evolution of a seeker from the bright-eyed idealism of early awakening to the…
Katerina Langley’s A Wee Problem is a deeply emotional and gripping story told from the perspective of a young livestock guardian dog named Wee. The book follows Wee and her family as they struggle to survive on a neglected farm, navigating threats from humans and predators alike. As their small world collapses, the story blossoms…
El legado de Nahia, the third book in El Legado de las Hadas series, dives deep into a rich, multi-generational tale of family, loss, identity, and the eternal tug-of-war between the mystical world of the fairies and the grounding pull of humanity. Centered around Nahia, a fairy torn between love for her human-turned-family and her…
This book is a wild, layered ride through parallel realms, ancient magic, and the heavy weight of choice. Narrated in part by a clever, time-hopping feline named Cat, the story follows the intertwined destinies of Mythral, a powerful yet emotionally walled-off wizard; Kit, a teenage girl aching for purpose and adventure; and MorKano, a dark…
Larry Friend Author Interview Icy the Iceberg follows a snowflake-turned-iceberg who goes on this long emotional journey through the water cycle. What was the inspiration for your story? My wife and I were on an Alaskan boat cruise. I enjoyed sitting on the deck looking at the scenery. I watched the beautiful shoreline, the amazing…
Henry Guard Author Interview The Borealis Queen follows a resilient young woman marked by a mysterious prophecy who embarks on a perilous journey that intertwines survival, destiny, and the forging of unexpected bonds. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story? The setup came from wanting to tell a story that felt ancient…
The Mutant and the Mule is a dystopian sci-fi tale wrapped in rebellion, identity, and unexpected friendship. It follows Helia, a Mutant trained for infiltration, as she dives deep into the oppressive Norm society to sabotage it from within. Things go sideways when her mission contact vanishes, and she’s forced to team up with Ari,…
Alexander Brandon Author Interview Eastlanders’ Fall is a tale of ancient evil rising again, powerful cults seeking domination, and unlikely heroes trying to stop the world from crumbling—literally. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story? I drew inspiration from the real world and used my fantasy setting as a safe space for…
S.P. Somtow Author Interview Damnatio Memoriae is the final, emotionally raw, and beautifully written chapter of the Nero and Sporus saga. How do you feel now that you have completed Sporus's story, and were you able to achieve everything you wanted with the characters in the novel? This is really one long novel, but now…
Native Arcana doesn’t ease you in—it grabs you by the collar, throws you into a blast, and dares you to look away. This book has grit. It’s soaked in real talk, tragedy, folklore, and violence. You feel every punch, every loss, every flicker of memory. Nita Ross, the main character, is not just some badge-toting…
Skylar Chase. A rising musician on the brink of stardom, until he vanished without a trace. Legally declared dead a decade later, his disappearance remains one of music’s great unsolved mysteries. Yet his limited body of work didn’t fade into obscurity. Instead, it evolved into legend. Even while he was still alive, his songs hinted…
Ryan McDermott Author Interview Downriver shares your story, starting with your childhood in Florida and continuing through the invasion of Iraq, the collapse of your marriage, and the aftermath of a Wall Street crash—all woven together with heartfelt prose and stirring poetry. Why was this an important book for you to write? Downriver began as…
David A. Dummer Author Interview Born of Bombs and Bullets follows a prison psychologist who relocates to Belfast following a brutal murder only to find himself deep within unrest tied to the IRA. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story? While visiting Belfast, Northern Ireland, a few years ago, I took a…
Laura Muchmore’s You Are SO Much MORE: Truths Shared by Spirit is a deeply personal and unflinchingly honest exploration of self-worth, spiritual growth, and otherworldly encounters. The book chronicles Muchmore’s journey from childhood through motherhood, nursing, grief, and awakening, told with raw vulnerability and a heart wide open. At the center of the narrative is…
Dylan Dover: Orion’s Quest is the second book in a fantastical middle-grade series that continues the story of Dylan, a twelve-year-old warlock who finds himself part of an ancient prophecy tied to the fate of an immortal realm. In this sequel, Dylan and his twin Remy, along with their friend Thea and newly found sibling…
Mila Winter Author Interview Looking for Unicorns on Safari follows a mom and her two children who go on a safari adventure through Africa and her daughter spends the trip looking all over for a real-life unicorn. What was the inspiration for your story? Very simple, the inspiration is quite simple, I went on safari…
Stephen Byrd Author Interview In Dissenting Opinion, a federal judge manages to hide his liberal beliefs in order to secure a seat on the Supreme Court. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story? In The West Wing episode “The Supremes,” one of the characters remarks that the Court is at its best…
Shireen Anne Jeejeebhoy Author Interview The Soul’s Awakening follows a reserved, chronically ill woman who chooses medically assisted death to escape her suffering, and instead of finding peace, she is hurled into a series of metaphysical realms examining her own psyche and human experience. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story? I…
Deborah Mistina’s Imber is a speculative, soul-stirring tale set in a future where nature is both fragile and sacred. The novel follows Violet Murphy, a young woman devoted to her family's farm and their legacy of sustainable, organic living amid a crumbling world. As the government’s strange motives begin to unravel, Violet is pulled into…
J. M. Ashmore Author Interview Spiker the Jumping Spider Learns About Joy follows a little spider and his cricket friend as they discover what it means to choose joy. Where did the idea for this book come from? As I was looking at a homeschool curriculum that included teaching the fruits of The Spirit, I…