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A Spiral of Moments (Marcosta Island #2) by Robert Beech

Lyrical, tense, and unforgettable… Beech’s second installment in the Marcosta Island series explores the intersection of community, ambition, and the fragility of heritage. Set in 1997, the novel follows Mayor Jake Crawford as he confronts a significant threat to his…
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A Span of Moments (Marcosta Island #1) by Robert Beech

A nostalgic and evocative tale of memory, loss, and the fragile balance between nature and progress. Beech masterfully weaves a tale of nostalgia, environmental tension, and the delicate balance between development and preservation in his debut installment of the Marcosta…
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Man-Made: Three out of Four by Cassie Cluster

Funny, well plotted, and full of surprises; an entertaining ride from start to finish. In Cluster’s electrifying conclusion to the Man-Made trilogy, the boundaries between humanity, identity, and survival are pushed to their limits. Now in witness protection, Betty and…
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The God Frequency by Douglas Hemme

A brilliantly tense and intellectually provocative tale… Hemme’s high-stakes latest blends the intrigue of science fiction with the gravity of ethical inquiry. Antwan, a brilliant yet reluctant engineer, stumbles upon a mysterious frequency that defies the laws of physics, thrusting…
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The Boy Who Learned To Live by D N Moore

Haunting, taut, and thought-provoking… Moore’s latest novel is a taut and compelling exploration of identity and freedom, set against the backdrop of a dystopian future. Seventeen-year-old Oliver McNeil is torn from the sterile confines of Fifth City and thrust into…
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Aurora and the Whispering Jewels: A South Pole Christmas Story by Ed Morykwas (Author), Phoebe Cho (Illustrator) 

Sparkly, dreamy, and delightful; a whimsical tale bursting with magic, holiday cheer, and the power of dreams. Morykwas merges science and holiday enchantment in the thrilling tale of Aurora Periwinkle, a scientist stationed in Antarctica. While studying the frigid landscape,…
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The End of the World (As We Know It) by Kayla Kruse

A raw exploration of trauma, sexuality, and the mind-body connection… Kruse’s debut is a gripping dive into the fractured psyche of a young woman grappling with trauma and delusion. The story follows Kayla, who navigates trauma, mental health crises, and…
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Isle of Stars: The Second Book of Moon Mountain by Jess Porto

Intense and dark; a riveting psychological fantasy… Porto’s second installment in the Moon Mountain series plunges readers into the murky depths of memory, identity, and self-determination. Once a formidable force, Morgan Thomas is now a prisoner in her own mind—her…
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Over in the Meadow by Chandler Strange (Author), Celestia Loeffler French (Foreword)

A visually stunning and modern take on a traditional favorite… Strange’s rendition of Over in the Meadow revitalizes the beloved children’s song, first released in 1870, inviting young readers into a vibrant landscape filled with nurturing animal mothers and their…
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Ten Years Gone by Michael Guisao

A lyrical and evocative journey through love and loss… Guisao’s lyrical collection of poetry, prose, and short stories spans a decade from 2011 to 2021, chronicling his emotional journey through love, loss, and self-discovery. The collection opens with “La Danza…
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“Simple” Project Management: for Noobs to Pros: Simple Enough for the First Project Complex Enough to be Steppingstones to the PMP certification by Ng Wei Kwan PMP

A robust, no-nonsense manual that combines the essentials of project management with practical wisdom. Ng cuts through the jargon to deliver a straightforward, no-frills guide for mastering project management fundamentals. Leveraging his expertise as a PMP-certified project manager, Ng lays…
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Forever Boy (The Forever Saga) by Michael J Bowler

An emotionally charged tale of friendship and self-discovery, shrouded in mystery and dark secrets. In Bowler’s debut in The Forever Saga, a seemingly simple high school friendship spirals into a chilling descent into mystery and intrigue, plunging two teenagers into…
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The Waydowns (The Cool Thing Science Fiction Series) by Robert Rife

An excellent blend of horror and absurdity… Rife’s third entry in The Cool Thing series takes readers on a sinister yet darkly comedic journey. Set aboard a ship turned nightmarish labyrinth, the story follows RL and Jayderay, a couple whose…
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Mindfall Inception by Bruce W. Paulik

A thrilling tale of power, identity, and rebellion set against a vividly realized dystopian empire. Paulik plunges readers into a ruthless world where telepaths are hunted like prey and trust is a rare commodity. Once whispered about in secrecy, telepathy…
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Testament by Eli Felix

A profound meditation on belief, authority, and the human experience. Felix’s retelling of biblical events is a skillful mix of history, spirituality, and power struggles that tackle enduring questions of belief and control. It all begins with God’s creation of…
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Two Sides to a Face: My Journey with Sturge Weber Syndrome by Chelsey Peat

A searing exploration of identity, disability, and self-acceptance. Peat’s gripping narrative offers an unflinching account of living with Sturge Weber Syndrome and confronting a world that rarely looks beyond appearances. The book opens with a vivid account of her difficult…
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LONG TERM DAMAGE by Billy Hanson

Raw, unflinching, and candid; a powerful exploration of the complexities of human emotion and the enduring struggle for connection. Hanson’s latest, a collection of seven short stories, is a taut and finely tuned exploration of trauma, identity, and the fragile…
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Call of the Desert: Crossing by A. A. Vogel

A raw, evocative, and atmospheric coming-of-age story. Vogel delves into the complexities of self-discovery through a young girl’s journey in a new culture in her compelling novel. In a new country and school, Claire sees the chance to reinvent herself.…
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Kickback: A Dafne Olabarrieta Mexico Mystery by Ana Manwaring

Thrilling, twisted, and unpredictable… In the opening of the Dafne Olabarrieta Mexico Mystery series, Manwaring throws readers into a high-stakes world of loyalty, sacrifice, and redemption, where every choice teeters on the edge of the impossible. Dafne Olabarrieta is torn…
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Man-Made: Two a New Life by Cassie Cluster

A profound exploration of humanity, love, and the moral boundaries of creation. In her second book of the Man-Made trilogy, Cluster delivers a taut, thought-provoking sequel that examines the intersection of AI, ethics, and the complexities of human emotions. The…