With elements of thrillers and erotica, this novel offers an interesting look at complex human relationships. "Surfing on a Cloud" by Stephen Buckley is an exploration of the intricacies of relationships, from love and lust to fear and... Read More

This Depression-era tale gently imparts lessons about persistence, honesty, and helping those in need. Alane Adams’s "The Egg Thief", the second picture book based on the childhood tales of the author’s father, expertly transmits a... Read More

This lovely, softer revival of beat poetry looks back on the hedonism of summers in the Hamptons. With vivid settings and an audacious voice, Theodore M. Wandzilak’s collection "The East Deck Motel and Selected Poetry" offers a... Read More

Author-illustrator Ruby Roth’s students and colleagues must really miss the former elementary art school teacher. "The Help Yourself Cookbook for Kids" crackles with dynamic images and text that convey her impressive talent for... Read More

Drawing inspiration and wisdom from the most treasured and iconic science fiction, as well as belovedly obscure and cult favorites in television, film, and literature, Stephen H. Segal and Valya Dudycz Lupescu reference Spock, Voltaire,... Read More

Magic and mystery abounds in this intensely plotted novel, full of evocative phrases and creative turns. Sevens & Sixes, by B and T Pecile, is the second book in the fascinating Corridor of Doors Trilogy. In this story, Khia, a young... Read More

This excellent, highly useful book discusses the whys and hows of investing in growing Chinese markets. "How to Profit from China" by Jukka Blomberg is a handy guide to investing in Chinese stocks. Despite some recent stumbles, the... Read More

A decade ago, most cooks would only have one bag of flour in their pantry. It would be white wheat flour and it would feature heavily in all baking and much of one’s other cooking. Nowadays, with a greater focus on food allergies,... Read More