Hollow Stars by Lauryn Dyan Discover the dire side effects of partying like a rock star. As lead singer of popular, emerging rock band, Tracing Stars, Kennedy has the swagger of a badass, or at least she used to. While caught up in the booze, passion, and chaos of her first major rock tour, her dreams are erased by a string of ever-worsening blackouts. Now, the instability of her mind has landed her in a psychiatric hospital. Despite being convinced one of her tour mates sabotaged her, she … [Read more...] about Hollow Stars by Lauryn Dyan
That’s How It Was by Hazel Pacheco
That's How It Was by Hazel Pacheco Best described as slyly funny and heart-warming, That’s How It Was: Operation Finders Keepers is uniquely written in letter format. Written from a ten-year-old boy's perspective, Randy Ray’s letters prove to be captured moments in time just waiting to be discovered by his daughters thirty-seven years later. These treasured memories allow his daughters to get to know the boy who became their father. … [Read more...] about That’s How It Was by Hazel Pacheco
Angels Always Near: A Poetry Collection by Denise Mullinex
Angels Always Near: A Poetry Collection by Denise Mullinex The Angels Always Near poetry collection offers an experimental take on the timeless emotions of adolescence, capturing moments of imagination and being while exploring the universal theme of love through emotional wordscapes. In this re-edited collection, the mysteries of teenage love and ideals of beauty are filtered through a mature adult perspective, bringing readers a new interpretation. The Angels Always Near is a refreshing … [Read more...] about Angels Always Near: A Poetry Collection by Denise Mullinex
Journeys: the Archers of Saint Sebastian by Jeanne Roland
Journeys: the Archers of Saint Sebastian by Jeanne Roland 15-year-old Marieke disguises herself as a boy to hide in the all-male archers' guild of Saint Sebastian to escape her father's killers. Soon she's determined to discover the truth about her father's mysterious past at the guild, and to help the most charming young Journeyman archer in the place win the annual guild trials - without ever letting him discover her secrets. Robin Hood meets Princess Bride and Mulan in this historical … [Read more...] about Journeys: the Archers of Saint Sebastian by Jeanne Roland
As A Child: God’s Call to Littleness by Phil Steer
As A Child: God's Call to Littleness by Phil Steer A small but profound book that unpacks Jesus’ deeply challenging statements about 'becoming like little children', one word at a time. A welcome message for the worn-out and tired Christian, this book will open your eyes to remembering that beautiful state of childlike wonder. … [Read more...] about As A Child: God’s Call to Littleness by Phil Steer
The Potomos and The Papyrus by Jean Paul
The Potomos and The Papyrus by Jean Paul This fully illustrated delightful story takes place in an alternate world populated by anthropomorphic hippopotamuses called potomoses during the human equivalent time frame of the 1930s. It is the story of a family of very excellent and interesting potomoses who live in Belgravia and whose adventures take them to Egypt and back in search of the lost treasure of King Tutanpotomos. This is the first of a planned series of adventures which will follow … [Read more...] about The Potomos and The Papyrus by Jean Paul
The Adventures of Jimmy Crikey: The Emerald Lake by Wallace Briggs
The Adventures of Jimmy Crikey: The Emerald Lake by Wallace Briggs This is a stand-alone, fourth in series, The Adventures of Jimmy Crikey, the alien orphan who, despite cruel bullying, decided to make his home on Earth. He numbers among his friends the four witch guardians of Earth’s realms and the ancient Lord Oron, aka The Weatherman. The underground Emerald Lake, the home of the Aquamites, is invaded by a flesh-eating, fire-breathing serpent, which is impervious to the magic of the four … [Read more...] about The Adventures of Jimmy Crikey: The Emerald Lake by Wallace Briggs
Geno and Vinnie Come to America (Freedom) by FLIP
Geno and Vinnie Come to America (Freedom) by FLIP Geno and Vinnie were born on the banks of the Urubamba River between Cusco and Machu Picchu, Peru. This area is known as the Sacred Valley. Geno and Vinnie came to be from different parents, but they became inseparable after birth. They made a promise to travel together to the shores of the U.S. of A. Little did they know that their mothers had made a deal with the owner of the Alejandro Alpaca Ranch to send their children to the land of the … [Read more...] about Geno and Vinnie Come to America (Freedom) by FLIP
Henry Wondered by Hazel Pacheco
Henry Wondered by Hazel Pacheco Somewhere in the bosque, in the open spaces near the Rio Grande, lives a covey of quail . . . In this episode, Henry wonders about many things. In particular, how to impress his first crush! When a handsome roo enters the picture, all seems doomed. Will Federico, a stranger and self-proclaimed talented flamingo dancer, foil Henry’s plan to impress Gloria? Follow Henry as he discovers the wonder of serendipity. Beautifully illustrated, Henry Wondered presents a … [Read more...] about Henry Wondered by Hazel Pacheco
That’s How It Was: Operation Finders Keepers by Hazel Pacheco
That's How It Was: Operation Finders Keepers by Hazel Pacheco That’s How It Was: Operation Finders Keepers comes under “interesting children’s fiction” category. This is a unique children’s book because it is primarily done in letter format. Set in the late 1960s, the letters are to Randy Ray’s future family. His ten-year-old self shares his perspective on people, animals, and faith as he contemplates whimsical and not-so-whimsical career choices. Who would have guessed that a class … [Read more...] about That’s How It Was: Operation Finders Keepers by Hazel Pacheco