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Hell Is a World Without You

by Jason Kirk

Rarely has an Evangelical upbringing been depicted with the relentless honesty, wide-ranging empathy, and Superbad-meets-Siddhartha playfulness of HELL IS A WORLD WITHOUT YOU. During the time of Pizza Hut buffets, 9/11, and all-night Mario Kart parties, a grieving teenager faces a mortal crossroads: fire-and-brimstone certainty vs. forbidden love. And whether or not you’ve ever begged God to delay the Rapture (so you could have time to lose your virginity), that kid’s story is about you.

The Man With Sapphire Eyes ISBN: 978-1-64890-655-8

by Larry Mellman

Venice, 1371. As war upends their lives, their families, and their republic, Nico Saltano, ballot boy to Doge Andrea Contarini, and Donato Venturi, a celebrated Black swordsman, fall in love during a clandestine diplomatic mission and run the risk of burning at the stake for their love. When an enemy alliance attacks Venice, their love is tried and tested in a warscape of greed, treachery, loyalty, and heroism. Surviving, sustaining their love, and protecting their republic radically redefines ... more

Unfit to Print: A Modern Media Satire

by G. Wayne Miller

What happens when SuperGoodMedia, a ridiculous out-of-town newspaper chain buys the venerable Boston Daily Tribune, which has published every day since 1823? Heads roll and the few journalists left wonder when it will be their turn. That’s protagonist Nick Nolan’s worry, too – until he gets exclusive coverage of a single mother who claims that the Virgin Mary is speaking to the world through her young comatose daughter. Nolan not only keeps his job but becomes an international celebrity as Th... more

The Gifts of Christmas

by Runjun Lahkar

The Miracles of Christmas

by Runjun Lahkar

Monochromatic Mind

by Tristan Mowrey

All it takes is a nudge to get started with using your imagination. Creativity is a muscle that needs training and many different outlets to express itself. With the evolution of technology in movies, shows, and AI, it is easy to turn off this side of ourselves and let the world tell us what is possible or impossible. The best ideas created and used in everyday life were by someone not afraid to tear down the line of what was considered impossible. There isn’t one right or wrong ending for these... more

The Mighty Six-Ninety (690)

by Alexander Hamilton Cherin

A Holocaust survivor facing eviction, a schoolboy struggling with his identity, a single mother who is on the verge of being exposed for embezzlement, and a speedway daredevil whose bruised body and fragile ego are beyond repair, all find themselves scouring the Southern California landscape for $50,000 in buried cash--the grand prize of a struggling AM radio station's contest. Unknown to each other but bonded by a common desire for redemption, each is a willing participant in a treasure hunt ca... more

On the Wild Side

by K L Thompson

Squishy and Boo wake up one morning to find a special adventure awaiting them filled with wild jungle animals. But what will happen when their feet turn into paws and their noses turn into trunks? Fortunately, their mom is with them! No matter what they become, they find her changing too as she watches over them, keeping them safe and loved while they have fun together.

I Wonder If a Star Will Fall

by Joe Gantz

I Wonder If A Star Will Fall is an anthology of emotional and heartfelt stories by young children. The book was compiled by sending 10,000 letters to elementary schools asking kids to write and send in stories. In our letter to the schools we stressed that, "We want these stories to represent a child's perspective and unique method of storytelling. For this reason, we would ask that no adult tries to "help" a child write his or her story." Over 15,000 stories were received, and 22 were select... more

This Animal Body

by Meredith Walters

Neuroscience PhD student Frankie Conner sets out to discover a cure for her depression but instead finds herself unexpectedly confronting her past. Will she risk her dreams for the future to discover the truth about a mysterious group of talking animals who show up with an urgent, life-changing message?

Ripples

by Jasmine O'Hea

Nolan is sure he’s hit rock bottom after his mother dies and he must move in with his estranged uncle on the swanky side of Morley, Maine. But when Nolan meets kindred spirit Harlow, things definitely start to look up. Soon, the two new friends cross paths with Topher, a photographer who tells of a pond in the woods that leads to his real home, another Morley—a city-state plagued by fear and the iron grip of an evil Governor. Nolan and Harlow don’t believe in magic portals until one day, Nola... more

Lia Kama Tembo

by L.N O'Rourke

Anna loved the sound of rotors beating the air, the sound of an elephant’s call, and the man who drove her crazy with his arrogant, dismissive yet alluring manner. Dragged to a land she had only dreamed about, she had no idea that friendships would be tested, lives put at risk, and her life changed in a way she could never have imagined. From Australian author L. N. O’Rourke this exciting book blends adventure, friendship, and romance into an unforgettable read.

Squirrels in Antarctica

by Sari Karplus

This fantastical book of animals in unexpected places will tickle your brain, leading readers of all ages imagining their own silly combos. You'll see a skiing seal in Switzerland, a pufferfish piloting an airplane, a sloth who runs a marathon (but isn't ever done), and much more!

With fun illustrations and an educational twist, this book encourages readers to embrace their limitless imagination, explore the world, and experience animals big and small in their not-so-natural hab... more

Luminous

by Samantha Wilcoxson

A story of female friendship and strength set against corporate corruption. Catherine's life is set on an unexpected course when she accepts a job at Radium Dial. She soon finds out that the excellent pay is no recompense for the evil secret that lurks in the magical glow-in-the-dark paint. Catherine Donohoe takes on the might of a big corporation and becomes an early pioneer of social justice in the era between world wars. Emotive and inspiring - this book will touch you like no other as ... more

Someone's Perfect Poo

by Tabitha Trump

Welcome to the world of the Poobugs. The Poobugs live in the Tunnel of Been, deep down in Someone’s tummy and work hard making poo. The story narrates a short series of disasters caused by what is coming down the Tunnel, before the Poobugs succeed in making the perfect poo.

The Lordly Wadson Collection

by Jonathan Land Evans

The book gathers together fourteen Lordly Wadson stories (the five that comprised the original 'Lordly Wadson' book plus nine newer stories, several of which were especially written for this new collection). The title character is a private detective in 1930s Bermuda, who moonlights as a calypso singer. The tone is light and amusing, and the setting -- the unspoiled, motor-car-free Bermuda of pre-war days -- adds a further measure of charm to the proceedings. The original volume of stories was w... more

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