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The Middle Generation by M. B. Zucker

Meticulously researched, compellingly told, and engaging; historical fiction at its best. Award-winning author Zucker’s latest novel is a taut and engrossing portrait of a man and a nation in transition. Set during John Quincy Adams’ tenure as Secretary of State…
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Bellosio: An Age of Miracles by John F. Shekleton

An ambitious, sweeping tale of power, faith, and the struggle for sovereignty… Shekleton’s grand epic chronicles an unmarried princess’s fight for her throne amidst political upheaval, reform, and the lasting presence of an ancient creator in a fractured world. The…
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Hex the Patriarchy & Heal the Patriarchy by Lilith Rising

A fierce, genre-defying blend of memoir, magical realism, and biting social commentary.  Rising’s compelling novel lays bare the harrowing realities of medical gaslighting, patriarchal oppression, and societal neglect. Lilith contracts pinworms—an experience exacerbated by dismissive doctors, unsupportive loved ones, and…
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Jonny Napper and the Dreamworld: The Jonny Napper series, book 1 by Sasha Beetle

A mesmerizing blend of whimsy, introspection, and vivid imagination… A teen stumbles into a hidden world of dreams in Beetle’s gripping opener to the Jonny Napper series. On the eve of his sixteenth birthday, Jonny Napper uncovers the Dreamworld, a…
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Katie’s Really Bad Day: A story about test anxiety by Kathleen Jeffrey (Author), Susan Kilmartin (Illustrator)

A fun, feel-good story about facing fears, finding calm, and conquering test day jitters… Jeffrey captures the emotional journey of a young girl as she navigates the pressures of school and the fear of failure in her charming picture book.…
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The Pact of Freedom by M. L. Bull

A gripping and emotional tale of courage, betrayal, and the quest for freedom… A young woman’s eighteenth birthday marks the beginning of betrayal and a dangerous fight for freedom in Bull’s compelling historical tale. Set in the 1850s, the story…
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Leaving Fatherland by Matt Graydon

Intense, poignant, and revelatory. Set against the upheaval of pre- and post-World War II Germany, Graydon’s debut is a powerful, emotional journey into generational trauma, moral conflict, and the quest for truth. The story follows Oskar Bachmann, a misfit in…
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The Plagiarism Plot (Brad Parker and Karen Richmond Book 8) By Geoffrey M. Cooper

A tense, edge-of-your-seat medical thriller that explores the dark side of ambition and betrayal. Cooper’s eighth installment in the Brad Parker and Karen Richmond series is a riveting tale of ambition, betrayal, and ethical quandaries set against the backdrop of…
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New American Cafe by Richard Sanford

Raw, poignant, and thoroughly immersive… Set against the gritty vibrance of 1970s Chicago, Sanford’s poignant novel offers a compelling exploration of ambition, identity, and the relentless pursuit of creative fulfillment in an indifferent world. Mitch Lanier arrives in 1977 Chicago…
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Death, Made Proud (Urquhart & MacDonald Murder Mysteries Book 5) by D.E. Ring

A perfect blend of historical intrigue and character-driven drama… Set in the fictional town of Barrachois in 1949, Ring’s fifth Urquhart & MacDonald mystery plunges readers into a tense, layered murder investigation where labor disputes, post-war tensions, and personal secrets…
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This Must Be the Place by Beth Curry

A chilling, immersive journey into the uncanny… Curry’s latest is a thrilling cocktail of suspense, surrealism, and psychological intensity. Alex Whitaker and his friends embark on a road trip, only for their journey to take an unexpected turn when their…
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The Committed Professor A Memoir: My Fall from the Lectern to the Psych Ward by Kathi N Miner PhD

A raw, provocative account of narcissistic abuse, resilience, and survival.  Miner, a professor of feminist psychology, makes her debut with a candid and unflinching account of her life as both an academic and a woman trapped in a toxic marriage.…
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Max & Charlotte Learn Compassion: Max & Charlotte Series Book by Omar Rezec

Charming, joyful, and full of warmth… Rezec kick-starts his Max & Charlotte series with this heartwarming tale of friendship and responsibility. Max and his little sister, Charlotte, find a scruffy stray dog in their yard while playing. The pup, who…
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I’m the Answer to Your Confusion by Jim Lively

A riveting, page-turning tale of obsession, blurred boundaries, and the fragile line between sanity and madness… Lively thrusts readers into the fractured psyche of a man teetering between reality and his darkest fears. Simon Steed’s once-steady life—rooted in his legal…
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DIVORCED VIRGIN: My Story Of How Not To Get Screwed By The System by Evan Cutler

Biting and unapologetic… Cutler offers an unflinching, personal account of a man’s battle through divorce and the family court system in his powerful memoir. The opening chapter, “My Trial Was a Farce!” sets a fierce tone, exposing the absurdities of…
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Love Heals All Wounds: A Roadmap from Fear to Unlimited Possibilities by Linda F. Kent (Author), Alan Cohen (Foreword)

Insightful and heartfelt: An empowering journey through love and healing. Kent, a seasoned physical therapist and holistic life coach, combines personal anecdotes, spiritual insights, and practical guidance to craft a deeply resonant guide for those seeking to heal from life’s…
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Scandal (Stoneslayer: Book 1) by Candace Lynn Talmadge

Gripping, multi-layered, and politically charged… Talmadge kicks off her Stoneslayer series with a bold and immersive tale of resilience and rebellion, set in a world where social divides run deep and power is tightly held. In the rigidly stratified realm…
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Joyous Longevity: The A-Z Field Guide by Sieglinde Othmer

Heartfelt, empowering, and timeless… Othmer’s latest is a beautifully crafted guide that celebrates vitality, resilience, and purpose in life’s later years. Sharing her personal journey into her eighties, she encourages readers to approach aging with curiosity and optimism. Organized as…
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Digger: Dig or Die! by Deborah Cholette

Gripping, relentless, and timely… Cholette’s razor-sharp dystopian thriller thrusts two siblings into a race for survival as they battle a world unraveling around them. A climate disaster drains Earth’s atmosphere, forcing humanity to flee. Siblings Nick and Lily must adapt…
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The Hermit of Fish Crescent Island by OWEN SIEFFRE

Haunting, poetic, and deeply moving… Sieffre’s latest novel is a compelling story set against the raw, turbulent beauty of a remote coastal island. After Reconstruction, Elijah joins a British merchant ship, seeking a fresh start. His journey is shattered by…