Impressionistic writing invites the imagination into this sci-fi mystery with idiosyncratic characters. The sight of a plastic grocery bag drifting on the wind is common all over, but in Isla Vista it has taken on a truly menacing tone.... Read More

A heroine in a dystopian theocracy struggles to find her own spiritual path, in this tale of love, danger, and religious awakening. In a postapocalyptic society, the book of Veritas demands that worthy men choose a lucky few women to be... Read More

Griner grounds the peculiar in familiar settings, in this unique and memorable collection of stories. What stands out most in Paul Griner’s short-story collection, Hurry Please, I Want to Know, is the author’s comfort and skill with... Read More

The moral dilemmas of a black market organ dealer enliven this smart thriller. “There is no shortage of organs; there is only a shortage of organs in America.” The antihero of Stu Strumwasser’s first novel finds organs on the... Read More

This engaging memoir sparkles with anecdotes about a scientist’s quest to find cures for cancer. A prominent cancer researcher shares the trials and tribulations of his productive career in this engaging biography. Told to Robert S.... Read More

This rich, evocative taste of the famous detective’s past will delight fans of Doyle’s work. This innovative adaptation pits Sherlock Holmes against the baby-farming industry in nineteenth-century England. As Sherlock investigates... Read More

Marine-loving shark whisperer Tristan’s quest to save Florida’s sea creatures from a mysterious illness is no small challenge—luckily, he and his pals at Sea Camp all have cool oceanic abilities, e.g., they can bloat like puffer... Read More

Fans of dramatic tension and female leaders will have good reason to anticipate the next installment in this sci-fi series. As Beth Griffin, captain of the Aries, leads her crew into space, their journey becomes one of self-discovery as... Read More