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There Are No Rules For This
by JJ ElliottUnited in friendship for over a decade, four women have weathered multiple challenges. When one makes a fateful choice, it forces the other three to redefine their relationships and question everything. There Are No Rules For This packs an emotional wallop. Author JJ Elliott skillfully delves into the complexity of friendship and explores what happens when tragedy strikes. -
Hot Berry Punch
by Bradford TatumEmma May Shinnecock grew up wild on the remote Western prairies in the 1820s. Left free to roam and learn from the nature surrounding her, Emma’s hunger for life drives her to flaunt formal conventions as she discovers the world around her. After embracing her first romantic liaison with a mysterious stranger, she is left with far more than a confusing introduction to love. She is now a Beguiler, a “blood thirster” with exciting new abilities and a deeper lust for life. But her condition come... more -
Lelya Dorche and the Coney Island Cure
by David RothmanIn April 2020, at the height of the pandemic in New York City, Andrew, the assistant director of a funeral home one mile from Elmhurst Hospital, the “epicenter of the epicenter,” meets a legendary Coney Island witch doctor (Lelya Dorche), who makes him an offer that could better his chances of keeping his COVID-positive elderly parents and his severely asthmatic 13-year-old son, Miro, off the ever-expanding list of virus mortalities. To keep up his end of the bargain, Andrew will have to find h... more -
The Fortitude of a Little Hero
by Edward OkaroniThis is a novella that readers of all ages can enjoy. If you like African folklore with adventure sprinkled in it, try this fantasy story about termites that will intrigue you. As the realms of myths and reality intertwine, there is a queen who runs her colony. Proud of her realm, few oppose the undeniable credentials that accompany her words, shaping the very essence of integrity. With the rest of her colony, they emerge as enigmatic creatures with a secret power that shapes the very foun... more -
The Kafka Studies Department
by Francis LevyA highly original, quirky collection of short, parable-like stories infused with dark humor, intellect and insight about the human condition. A prism of interconnected and intertwined takes, inspired by Franz Kafka, the stories examine feckless central characters who are far from likable but always recognizable and wildly human. Booklife in an Editor's Pick review described the book as "sharp, incisive miniature fictions that pin down contemporary anxieties." -
A Brand New Day
by E O ElliottA BRAND NEW DAY continues the tale of Dahlia Ringo as she navigates her new status as a rich, single woman of distinction. There's the city-wide board appointments, her seventeen years as president of the exclusive Jefferson Park neighborhood association, an exciting new career in interior design and of course, 12.5 million dollars! Life for Dahlia looks great on the outside. But behind those beautiful doors on Bennett Street lies a different story. -
The Lonely Ghost
by Gitte TamarJoin a friendly ghost as they learn that being different doesn't matter when it comes to making friends. -
Boris the Bossy Bear (Letterland Tales)
by Gia MeloniStep into the enchanting world of Letterland once again and as we introduce another character. Join Boris the Bossy Bear on a remarkable journey of self-discovery and valuable life lessons. In the second book of the series, Boris learns firsthand the consequences of his bossy behaviour when a mischievous pixie decides to teach him a lesson. Featuring the beautiful hallmark illustrations that bring Letterland to life and pages sprinkled with words beginning with the letter B, this book will ke... more -
Alex the Adventurous Ant
by Gia MeloniEmbark on a wonderful journey with Alex the Adventurous Ant! In this first book from the enchanting Letterland Tales series, young readers will fall in love with the daring and sometimes funny exploits of Alex. As the sun rises over Letterland, Alex the Adventurous Ant sets off on a remarkable journey of discovery. From scaling the tallest dandelion to meeting new friends, brave Alex leads us through a wonderful day in Letterland. Featuring beautiful illustrations that bring Letterland ... more -
Bold & Brave
by KA CumminsSometimes courage is loud like an elephant, and sometimes it’s quiet like a llama.
Lily, a young autistic girl with a vivid imagination, wants to sing the solo in the school’s choir show. However, the thought of standing at center stage turns her heart a gloomy grey. School is overwhelming enough when no one is watching. Now all eyes will be on her. Will she overcome her fear and be bold and brave?
Bold and Brave is a whimsical picture book showcasing... more
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A River Divided
by George PaxinosA River Divided follows Evelyn, a geneticist and amateur archeologist, who discovers a tomb while vacationing in Israel. Believing she has found the remains of Christ, she attempts to revive the DNA found preserved at the site so that she can clone Him. But with human cloning being both illegal and unprecedented, she takes the risk of carrying the embryo herself. Though more a scientist than a zealot, she wants to do everything to bring Him back to the world. If her experiment were successful, t... more -
Silly Cat and Friends Laugh and Play
by Lorraine AbramsSilly Cat and Friends Laugh and Play is the second book in a trilogy about a cat named Silly and his best friend Dainty Dog. Silly and Dainty tease each other but deep down, they're true friends. A few of the other critters they encounter in Laugh and Play are Ray the Jay, Miss Dovey Mae, Jeep the Frog and his Cousin Truck the Polliwog, a bat named Bingo, and a green-eyed bug. -
I, Christine
by Marcia MaxwellIn the year of grace 1396, Christine de Pizan is a young widow living in a tower overlooking the Seine. Hers is a daily struggle, however, to support her aged mother and two small children. Meanwhile, the cursed English threaten invasion as rumors swirl about the state of the French king’s sanity. Seeking to ease her loneliness and sorrow, Christine begins to write poetry in a delicate dance of form and emotion.
Christine begins reading her verses at court, where... more
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The Place Where I Belong
by Candice KlopfensteinThe Place Where I Belong is an engaging children's book that reminds children of their value, no matter what they may experience. Filled with rich text and beautiful illustrations, also includes a letter to children, story questions and a link to further resources.
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Casey's Pet Detective Agency: The Case of the Colorful Cockatiel
by Camille BrownOn their way to have a picnic in the park, Casey and Jennie hear their friend from school and neighbor Abby call for help. Her colorful cockatiel Coco is missing. Abby’s bird has flown the coop. Oh no! Casey and Jennie decide to take the case to help find Coco. On their quest, they learn about cockatiels, searching place to place. Will Casey and Jennie find Abby’s colorful cockatiel? -
The Two (The Faith that Kills)
by Gabriel Aidan FaulknerTwo…Islands. Countries. Communities. Faiths. Lovers. Lives. Deaths. \tUpon the death of both of his parents, Daniel discovers that the life he has known is riddled with dark secrets that they took to their grave. \tThis triggers a voyage to a country he has never visited, seeking out the old address he has found. And once there, he learns of his early life as well as the terrifying reason why his parents left. \tSlowly, the past he has never known begins to exert an unassailable hold as he ... more