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House of Sleeping Vampires by Vincent Hollow

Haunting, lyrical, and seductive… Hollow dives headlong into a world where darkness is both refuge and ruin in his latest collection. In “Invitation,” the speaker pleads for entry, offering devotion as “a sweet dark wine dripping from my wrist’s fervent…
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THE HOUSE OF GRINS by Donald Levin

A deeply introspective and sharply written novel about the weight of the past and the fragile nature of second chances… A man reconstructs his life within the walls of a house both imposing and enigmatic in Levin’s excellent novel. Robert…
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Poems for All Seasons by Jon Trovato

A quiet, poetic meditation on nature’s rhythms. Trovato immerses readers in the shifting landscapes of winter, spring, summer, and fall in this book of short poems. Unfolding in hushed reverence, Winter’s “pure white radiance” brightens the barren world. During Spring…
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Spider Seeds by David Tocher

Dark, unsettling, and impossible to put down… A houseplant becomes the harbinger of terror in Tocher’s chilling tale. Maddy Perth is fascinated with plants. When she sees a strange, spindly specimen in a small shop in Victoria, British Columbia, she…
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The Crisis: A Thriller by T.O. Paine

Tense, unpredictable, and utterly gripping… In Paine’s latest high-stakes thriller, betrayals are inevitable, trust is a luxury, and survival is elusive. Jack is a man running out of time. Lucía, the young woman he’s tracking, isn’t just in danger; she’s…
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I Was a Hero Once by Peter P Mahoney

A searing, deeply introspective memoir… Mahoney dismantles the mythology of heroism, war, and personal redemption in his compelling memoir. After joining the Army in 1968, he was sent to Vietnam. Upon his return, he became the leading voice in the…
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I, No Other by Yarrow Paisley

Unsettling and hypnotic… Paisley delivers an electrifying collection of absurdist interludes in his latest book. In the hallowed “tradition” of the avant-garde, these pieces do what that tradition does best—unseat tradition itself. The ten pieces within—if they qualify as stories…
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Cracking the Shell of the Egg by Craig Staufenberg

A raw, poetic meditation on illness, mysticism, and the limits of understanding… Staufenberg’s latest is an unflinching meditation on illness, vision, and the relentless pull of the unknown. At 12, a mysterious sickness nearly killed the author. What followed was…
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The Rangers’ Dilemma: a Gritty Fairytale: Dawn of Forest Black by Armanis Ar-feinial

An immersive, high-stakes tale of duty, identity, and the corrosive effects of power… Ar-feinial’s latest installment in Dawn of Forest Black series delves into the fraught intersection of duty, identity, and the volatile politics of an intricately rendered elven world.…
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So Where Does Magic Sleep? by Cynthia L. Clark (Author), Blueberry Illustrations (Illustrator)

Purrfectly enchanting and delightfully fun… Clark’s latest picture book is a delightful adventure where curiosity, connection, and an elusive cat lead two siblings on an exhilarating journey. When Jake and Axel discover a mysterious black cat with lime-green eyes, they…
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Hidden by Olivia Gold 

A wildly entertaining ride that’s as heartfelt as it is hilarious… Gold combines sharp wit, wild turns, and middle school madness into a taut, thrilling story in her latest novel. Xander thought he had middle school figured out: stay low,…
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Deception by Loretta Enright

Taut, relentless, and profoundly relatable… Love, desperation, and a corrupt healthcare system collide in Enright’s tense, high-stakes novel.  In the midst of the global chaos of 2020, 10-year-old Nick Hampton battles kidney failure, landing him in a top hospital in…
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Consumed in Capital City (Capital City #1) by N.G. Avant

A gripping exploration of the messy, morally gray intersections of power, ambition, and humanity… Avant’s debut installment in the Capital City series masterfully blends political intrigue, personal growth, and workplace drama, all set against the backdrop of municipal politics. It’s…
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How to Make a Perfect S’more by Michael Cooper (Author), Penny Weber (Illustrator)

A whimsical tale of summer camp, dragon-fueled courage, and the sweet art of s’more-making… A fire-breathing dragon transforms a boy’s summer camp experience into an unforgettable journey of self-discovery in Cooper’s delightful story. Miles dreads leaving home and struggles with…
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Lincoln: A Los Angeles Quakes Hockey Series by Alisa Jean

An electrifying blend of sports drama and forbidden romance… As his time on the ice runs out, an aging goalie faces a dangerous love with the team owner’s daughter, whose ambitions could unravel everything in Jean’s thrilling first installment of…
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A Mixed Bag by Agnes McIntyre

Clever, profound, and unconventional… In her captivating collection of sixteen short stories, McIntyre masterfully blends humor, poignancy, and keen insights into the human experience. Each story offers a unique perspective on life’s complexities. “The Gift” explores the emotional weight of…
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Dying Was Easy (Zachary Zander Series) by Larry J. Kachik, M.D.

A darkly humorous, unconventional exploration of life, loss, and moral complexity… Life, death, and chaos collide in Kachik’s witty and emotionally stirring novel. The story follows Dr. Zachary Zander (“ZZ”), an emergency physician whose sharp wit and self-deprecating humor cut…
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An American Beelzebub by Darby Guise

A visceral, thought-provoking ride through the darker recesses of the human psyche. Guise’s latest plunges readers into a surreal, violent odyssey where morality and madness collide. No. 44, a dispassionate drifter and assassin, receives a cryptic list of targets—an arbitrary…
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Day of Epiphany by Jerome Bourgault

A triumph… Set against Québec’s Grande Noirceur—the Great Darkness, Bourgault’s latest novel is a haunting exploration of institutional corruption and systemic abuse through the lens of the Duplessis Orphans scandal. Sister Cassandra Lalonde, reclassified from teacher to nurse, watches helplessly…
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 Blood Brothers (Book 5 of A Dying Truth Exposed) by Marcus Abston

Gripping, poignant, and unforgettable: a powerful tale of strength amidst adversity… Amid the turmoil of a nation fractured by war, Annabelle and the Lightning-Strongman family are thrust into a desperate race against time, where the heavy burden of unspoken truths…