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All the Broken Angels

by Pat Black-Gould and Steve Hardiman

As the Vietnam War rages, tensions flare between peacenik Cate and her cousin Albie who’s gung-ho for God and country. But life didn’t begin that way for these cousins and best friends raised in 1960s New Jersey under the strict eye of their parents and the nuns in their Catholic grammar school.

They drift apart as Albie secretly enlists right after graduation. Meanwhile, Cate rebels against her religious upbringing and protests the war. She yearns for the tie-dy... more

Young Conquerors

by Christopher Cosmos

"Young Conquerors" is a novel of Alexander the Great (Alexandros o Megas), but told from the first-person perspective of Hephaestion in the vein of "The Song of Achilles," and while most novels of Alexandros follow his later accomplishments in Asia (conquering the entire world without ever losing a battle), "Young Conquerors" instead focuses on Alexandros' early and teenage years and shows how a small, undersized boy from the backwaters of Greece, who was never meant to be king, is shaped and fo... more

The Surreal Adventures of Anthony Zen

by Cameron A. Straughan

“The Surreal Adventures of Anthony Zen” is a wild, hilarious account of one man’s absurd quest for enlightenment, inner peace and a really good pair of trousers. These twenty-three interconnected short stories dissect the chaos of modern life with a unique brand of off-the-wall humour. Anthony Zen pokes fun at the idea that our bosses can be pigs, our parents can be embarrassing and absent-minded, time is relative, justice is blind, and the foundations of our relationships might not always pass ... more

Ex-Mas Song

by Jeffrey Cummins

In this re-telling of A Christmas Carol as a fictionalized memoir, Justin R. must make a life-or-death decision: he can give up his stony heart to learn about forgiveness and work the ways of recovery to gain a fleshy heart or he can wreck his life against the obstacles of stress, his ex-wife, and guilt over his past failures.

The Devoured Sons

by Seth Parker

The Devoured Sons is a philosophical, genre-bending exploration of Artificial Intelligence and its integration into society following The Solemn Veil—an apocalyptic event that decimated life on Earth.

Quarter Moon: A Novel of the American South

by Preston Ford

Mississippi, 1934 - Willie Lee Jameson, a descendant of slaves, lives much as his forebears did, his life constrained by the will of others. The only bright spot in his life is Emmy, a young married woman who shares his affection by night but must keep their relationship secret by day. When a trio of outsiders discover the couple in an intimate moment, what follows is barbaric and unforgivable. And when Willie Lee later comes face to face with one of the culprits, he kills the man in a fit of bl... more

War and Sex

by Morty Shallman

Morty Shallman’s War and Sex is the provocative, transgressive, and audaciously irreverent follow-up to his #1 Best-selling Absurdist Novel, The Tyranny of Desire, hailed as "a comedic masterpiece"by Readers’ Favorite and as a "ribald and incisive provocation" by Booklife. Part raunchy action comedy, part cunning political thriller, and part twisted romance, War and Sex tells the story of Captain Rod Solo, a Top Gun naval aviator turned ace CIA drone pilot with a problem: He can’t get it up w... more

Woe is Me...Its Spring!

by Amy Dua, Illustrator

When the cold air starts to warm up and the animals begin to come out and explore, what do they do? This book teaches all about what each of the animal, insect and human characters do when the flowers start to bloom and it is time for spring to arrive. This is a fun and informative book that teaches children about the seasons, as well as, the work that some animals, insects and humans have to do during that season to carry on the cycle of life. With colorful illustrations and fun, educational rh... more

Acorn and Button

by Laura Petrisin

When a pretentious button meets an unassuming acorn in the big woods, their friendship is off to a rocky start. However, they soon learn to rely on each other. Button teaches Acorn some etiquette, and without even knowing it, Acorn shows Button how to loosen up a little. The unlikely duo embark on all kinds of adventures, from facing down bullies to escaping ferocious beasts. Both Acorn and Button demonstrate courage, loyalty, and kindness throughout each challenge and soon become the best of... more

Baby Mercy

by Isaac Woolsey

Mercy Mae is a unique girl who has trouble fitting in. However, she has a knack for poetry. She has trouble talking and making friends, but her speech tutor and advocate Ms. Carla guides her through elementary school. It's a great book for special needs children who want to succeed in life one poem at a time.

When It All Falls Down

by Chinedu Achebe

In the stirring sequel to The Miseducation of Obi Ifeanyi, Obi and Nkechi Ifeanyi, along with their children, Ikechukwu and Chimamanda, navigate the turbulent waters of modern America in the backdrop of Houston,Texas.. Amidst the global upheaval of Covid 19, the Ifeanyis strive to rekindle their marriage, seeking solace in each other as the world outside contends with racial strife and political storms. As the contentious 2020 US presidential election unfolds, their story is a testament to th... more

Pepperoni Cookies: Fearful Fergus Learns To Try

by Sarah Chaires

This is an incredibly inspiring story about Fergus, the most adorable mastiff puppy, who is too afraid to try new things. But, with the help of irresistibly sweet pepperoni cookies, Fergus overcomes his fear and climbs the stairs to snuggle with his mom. This children's picture book is an absolute must-read for kids aged 3-7 years old and is perfect for fans of the classic story "The Little Engine That Could." It encourages readers to believe in themselves and their abilities, emphasizing th... more

Hop, Skip, Jump!

by Mary Giammona

It’s a busy grandmother-and-granddaughter day! What shall they do together? Grandma explains how to go hopping, skipping, and jumping for fun and exercise. At the end of an active day, they enjoy a family picnic together.

midnight's simulacra

by nick black

It was initially about the science. It became about the cash. Then it was about personal LSD supplies, and then the world's LSD supply. Somehow it became about uranium. But understand: it was always about the science. And the lols.

Michael Luis Bolaño is the scion of Mexican oil wealth gone to rut in Texas. Sherman Spartacus Katz is the hyperliterate son of evangelical eccentrics from the North Georgia mountains. One hopes to restore what's been lost, the other to attain ... more

Guardian Angel

by Eric H. Bowen

For the past thirty years, Dawn has served as Mike’s guardian angel, watching over him, pouring her heart into encouraging notes he may never see, and dreaming of the impossible—meeting him face to face. But when Mike’s life is threatened by a nest of drug-dealing demons, Dawn’s warrior instincts drive her to crash the forbidden barrier between realms to save his life. Her split-second decision stirs up a hornet’s nest of infernal proportions, driving a wedge of doubt between their hearts. And t... more

When The Sky Roars

by Katie Weaver

What in the WORLD is going on up there?! Those loud "roars" in the sky sure are SCARY!

But Liam has had ENOUGH of those storms ruining his favorite days! He's off on an adventure to find out what's "roaring" ... and get it to quit!

What's UP THERE, anyway? Will he discover something...unexpected?

This fun and adventurous story, told in rhyming verse, is sure to bring smiles on rainy days! A sweet, and funny, story celebrati... more

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