Real-life experience and wisdom result in pertinent advice on fatherhood and what it means to be a family man. In his collage-like collection of writing, James Harrell Jr. addresses the hole left in his childhood by an absent father. As... Read More

This is serious and appealing historical fiction, both vivid and fresh. Amsterdam and colonial New Amsterdam come alive in Judith K. White’s vivid historical novel, "The Rise of Dirck Becker". In the final volume of White’s Amsterdam... Read More

This ministerial work encourages readers to view life through a faith-driven lens, even when circumstances are tough. As Sparks Fly Upward: Weathering the Storms of Life by Michael Carr offers encouragement to live in faith, even when... Read More

"Joe Peas" is a compelling slice of quaint rural Southern life. "Joe Peas" by Sam Newsome is the tale of a seemingly innocuous Italian house painter who, through a series of hijinks, positively impacts a small town in North Carolina.... Read More

Impressive in its scope and thoroughness, this work is an expert’s view of the growth of China as a global power. China’s Dance with the Foreign Devils by Dick Nanto is clear, authoritative reportage on the rise of the Chinese... Read More

Romantic tension and political unrest create a robust narrative that never has a dull moment. Lovers from two different worlds must navigate a cultural divide as well as political unrest and war in John Livingston’s appealing "Love on... Read More

For those who don’t understand why terrorist acts happen, "Massacre at Sirte" is a most illuminating read. There aren’t many subjects tougher to tackle than the continuing threat of terrorism and the religious beliefs that fuel it,... Read More

A Prospect for Murder is a contemplative and slow-paced mystery with fantastic scenery and lovely characterization. Jeanne Burrows-Johnson’s "Prospect for Murder" is a unique mystery set against the lush backdrop of Hawaii. A haunting... Read More