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in the land of glare

by laura golden bellotti

From Berkeley to Disneyland, Tehrangeles to Olvera Street, unlikely connections are forged—between the infant son of a drive-by victim and a witch psychologist; a mariachi violinist and her doomed neighbor; a bad boy LAPD wannabe and his longed-for birth mother; a defiant Thai immigrant and a big shot with Taylor Swift tickets. in the land of glare takes readers off the beaten track to trace the unintended pathways from one California heart to another.

Five Wishes

by Karin M. Gertsch

Five Wishes takes place in Hamlet, a New England town. Delbert MacInnes is content to live where he was born and raised. "I'll look out another window if I want a different view," he says. His wife Matilda MacInnes isn't the complaining type; she wants her family to believe she's happy with her life, but for decades she's hidden a big secret, and it wants out! When an unexpected event happens, Matilda discovers--though she is no longer young--that wishes can still come true.

Never Has a Rain Storm Not Cleared

by Robert E. Barrera

“Never Has a Rainstorm Not Cleared” is a story of a guy that crashes financially, losing everything, including his family. As he begins picking himself back up, he scratches upon certain abilities within himself. He begins to awaken some occult forces ... that seem to bite back! Along his journey back he finds help and wisdom. There is some romance, witty moments, and clever dialogue.

The Great Quiet

by Bekkah Frisch

On a quiet Polynesian island, 14-year-old Ari and her father Manu live alone after her brother’s death in a crash. Ari is plagued by nightmares and secretly feels at fault for the accident, while her activist father blames the French government.

Ari’s best friend and his mom barely scrape by due to chronic illness and a failing hostel. Manu wants to informally adopt the boy for stability, but Ari resists. Ari then gets diagnosed with a rare blood cancer which may be related ... more

Shackles of a Freeman: The Untold Story of Lewis Sheridan Leary

by Don Alexander

"Shackles of a Freeman" is a captivating journey through the Anti-Slavery movement of the 1850s, based on a true story. It follows the inspiring narrative of Lewis Leary, a free Black man who fought against slavery and became a key figure in the famous Harpers Ferry raid. The book offers a thought-provoking and impactful read that explores the sacrifices and bravery of those who fought against slavery, inviting readers of all backgrounds to reflect on this important moment in American history.

Late Winter

by Michael P. Charlton

"Michael P. Charlton's novel Late Winter is so gritty that he could eat Charles Bukowski for breakfast. It is raw, it is real and it is utterly decadent. Not for the faint of heart. I highly recommend it."
— JOHN DAVID EBERT, CULTURAL CRITIC

"Late Winter is an unusually strong literary debut; an artistic statement that has the reader turning the page as his characters plummet ever deeper into hell. Michael P. Charlton has a skill for writin... more

Dance to Fashion

by Carolyn Doyle

A young mother, Zoe Hill struggles to break free from her abusive, drug-dealing husband in 1970s Wisconsin. After a family tragedy, Zoe chases her dreams by moving to NYC in hopes of a job in fashion. Through her journey, Zoe encounters fascinating new friends but faces numerous obstacles in order to survive in the city while supporting her young daughter. Zoe heads down the road to disaster when she turns to go-go dancing to pay her bills. Her quest for a career in fashion takes a few detours a... more

Where Martyrs Rise Snowflakes Don't Fall

by Albert Jabara

The novel’s blend of war, journalism and poetry presents a fresh experience, rare in style and diction. Soulful love episodes pop up startlingly. The soothing solace intimately strikes, lacing the heart with a breeze of oxygen. Grief, anger, and the world’s shame dominate the novel, but not short of roses, flowers, love stories and wedding bells.

The Yoga Teacher

by Jules Cooper

Sharina Mathews, a young Abenaki woman, finds herself pregnant with a child whose DNA reveals there is no biological father. At a farmers’ market in Oregon, she meets Chana, a young Asian woman who is also pregnant although still a virgin, and their lives are instantly intertwined. As the babies grow in utero and the young women spend time together, their distinctive abilities increase, ultimately threatening to disable the most powerful military technologies on Earth.

My Name Isn't Joe

by James Thomas

Modern loneliness and the absence of intimacy amongst London's millions are the ills suffered by the quirky yet deeply melancholic 30-something, Joseph Bogart. Weighed down with emotional baggage and feeling lost amidst a mass of failed relationships, Joseph uses his sharp wit and tragicomedy to fight the hopelessness gnawing at him. Through his trials, we discover if Joseph is able to find a successful way out of his life of 'quiet desperation'.

No Entry Zone

by Romuald Roman

The hotel never had a name. Deep in the Tatra’s No Entry Zone, it was known only to elite members of the Party. At the far end of the Syroka Water Valley, the luxurious facility had a full detachment of Secret Service guards, not to “protect and serve” but to “protect and surveil” maids, waiters, bell boys, chefs, kitchen staff, and managers. Guests knew who would run them down if they violated the secrecy policy.…The abbreviation “NEZ” was used by the well-connected and those in the know, b... more

House Made of Sound

by Freeman Jayce

Thanks to a rickety 747 past its prime, Jensen Bennett has found himself in the afterlife. Normally this wouldn’t be great news for a guy trying to get his life back on track, but thankfully for Jensen, the hereafter just so happens to be the brand-new home of recently deceased rock star Hedley Grange – the only one who knows the earthly location of a lost, unreleased rock ‘n’ roll album worth millions. Can Jensen find Grange in the spirit world before a doctor vacationing near the crash site re... more

Hysterical Hangouts with The Hindlegs

by G. S. Gerry

What happens when families stop being polite and start being real?

In a world where reality is stranger than fiction, Viktor Sniperbone’s inspired idea takes you on a hilarious wild ride filled with near-death antics, secrets, and the crazy dynamics of one unforgettable family.

Meet Viktor Sniperbone, a guy who seems to have it all — youth, good health, independence, and a promising future. But something’s missing. When he meets Mandi H... more

To The Grave

by Caitlin Moss

Three friends. A lifetime of secrets. No one knows you like your friends. At least, Emma, Steph, and Quinn have proven that time and time again. But as betrayals and life-altering revelations unfold, their friendship will be changed for the better. But also, for the worse. Emma is ninety days away from being officially divorced and is thrown into the hilarious trenches of dating as a single mom. Steph’s life is completely thought out and stable—the husband, the kids, the ten-year-plan—b... more

All Flavors: Based on True Events (Revised)

by Julie Barnes

Julie Barnes delivers a soothing story for a time of rapid change. Follow Rylee, the daughter of a struggling single parent, who questions the meaning of life after the death of a young friend. During her search for understanding, she learns three lessons that illuminate her world. Rylee must quickly put the sage advice into action, as one of Florida's most destructive hurricane seasons brews off the coast. Encouraging compassion and awareness, the novel also touches on the subjects of hum... more

A Woman in Search of…

by Lynne Horn

It’s the swingin’ 70’s–a time of change, when singers sang about making life better by being there for others. Helen Reddy’s “I Am Woman” became an anthem for the women’s movement while other songs like Simon and Garfunkel’s “Bridge Over Troubled Waters” offered comfort to people. This was a time for spreading peace and love.

In 1973, Wendy, a recently separated woman, discovers a new life when she starts her own business... more

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