"The Bubble Kids" adds much-needed context to lives that could very well parallel those featured in blood-soaked headlines. A compelling and hopeful young adult novel that reinforces the universality of the bonds of friendship, love, and... Read More

Now, here’s a zombie apocalypse that really knocks ’em dead. With zombie apocalypses occurring across all media at an alarming rate these days, it is difficult to find a new spin on the catastrophe. But Scottish marine biologist... Read More

Self-referential humor creates a refreshing metafictional world that paves the way for a well-balanced and entertaining superpowered adventure. Samit Basu is a wunderkind when it comes to action. His second adult novel, "Resistance",... Read More

Secret societies, violent murders, and the evil that every person is capable of drive one lawyer into darkness in order to save those he loves. Larry Fine’s "Murdering Lawyers" is a fast and frenetic take on Shakespeare’s well-known... Read More

A believably crafted alternate world populated by dramatic and refreshing characters brings intensity to this sci-fi journey. An epic power struggle between humanity and an alien species sits at the heart of Corie J. Weaver’s "Mirror... Read More

In this humorous slice of life, a potpourri of domestic discontent, Cinderella complex, and cold hearted reality leaves unforgettable memories. Beth Moran takes liberties in her portrayal of a shy, insecure heroine in "Making Marion",... Read More

An Ender Wiggins-like character in a historical setting launches this novel into the realm of strong themes and lessons learned from bullying. Cliff Ashpaugh’s Josh’s Wall is a multigenerational exploration of father-son... Read More

The werewolf-vampire conflict is the backdrop to this paranormal mystery, but the writing elevates this tale to more than just a skillful blend of genres. In this urban fantasy novel, Alexander Smith lives in an alternate Boston where... Read More