“Challenges are chances in disguise” in this gorgeously woven novel with a message of hope. Honest in its exploration of xenophobia, and timely in its empathetic portrayal of a refugee family, "Evangelina Takes Flight" is a vibrant... Read More

J. J. Zerr has created a jumping-off point for anyone interested in the complexities of warfare, both at home and abroad. J. J. Zerr’s "War Stories" examines the multifaceted definition of war in a unique way that most collections skip... Read More

"The Courageous" is an unusual morality tale about overcoming hard odds. Chris DeeRoy’s The Courageous: Overcoming from Within is a sometimes inspiring memoir that elaborates a spiritual lesson about maintaining fortitude through... Read More

This story will give emotional depth to the complicated legal process of adoption. R. W. Hart’s "The Frayed Ribbon" is a feel-good story about a seemingly happily married woman whose childhood adoption leads to feelings of angst.... Read More

No doubt, the question has been nagging at you for years: What is the finest work of art ever created in the United States? In 1862, Harper’s Monthly decided it was the 843 acres of Manhattan’s Central Park—using words like... Read More

Offering an unparalleled view of a culture unfamiliar to many Westerners, this should be read by anyone wanting to further understand a people and heritage. In "Living with Arabs", an adventurous British schoolteacher writes about her... Read More

Ryan’s narrative successfully ebbs and flows with tension and ease, intrigue and clarity, with the characters and community coming to life. Sales of glycerine are up in the city of Calgary, and there are also reported thefts of... Read More

Skyscrapers is a satisfying, and often surprising, work of crime fiction. Jill Wilson Brennan’s novel, "Skyscrapers", is a fast-paced tale of corporate intrigue that weaves complicated family dynamics and social commentary into its... Read More