BOOK EXCERPTS
Fact Denounced as a Four-Letter Word by Piotr Bardzik
Nonfiction
Collection of Bold, Witty Aphorisms Takes Aim at Modern Absurdities. Humor that tickles your brain as well as your funny bone.
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The Mapmaker by Tom Young
Historical Historical Fiction Thrillers
Courageous Mapmaker Charts a Course to Victory in WWII Thriller. With its blend of harrowing cat-and-mouse chases, well-researched history and heartfelt heroism, The Mapmaker delivers a truly satisfying World War II adventure.
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Night of the Bear by Alan Cockrell and Richard Hess
Fiction Thrillers
Former Military Pilots Coauthor Nail-Biting Ride Through International Terrorism. Shines with intelligent and crisp dialogue, while also providing plenty of nail-biting tension.
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The Nested Soul by Joseph Bensinger
Nonfiction Poetry
A Quantum Tapestry of the Soul: Joseph Bensinger Blends Science, Spirit, and Song. The Nested Soul reads like beautiful verse, with an attention to imagistic detail and the music of language, and feels like a journey of ideas that you’ll want to continue beyond the final page.
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Path to Power Road to Ruin by John Kavanagh
Nonfiction
A Battle for Minds and Morality: Kavanagh’s Cautionary Tale for Our Time. A smartly written and helpful primer on the baleful influence of ideologies and how people can — and should — assess an ideology before believing it.
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This Troubled Ground by Les Carroll
Fiction Historical Historical Fiction
A Powerful, Human Story of Grief and Grace in the Aftermath of War. A poignant and enlightening war novel that succeeds on multiple levels.
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Period Fix by Heidi Moretti
Education Nonfiction
Healing Through Nature: “Period Fix” Empowers Women to Take Control of Their Menstrual Health. Registered dietitian Heidi Moretti’s "Period Fix" is an informative and uplifting guide that tackles a topic often neglected in mainstream medicine: women’s menstrual health.
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Falling Angels by John H. Thomas by
Thrillers
Latest Maxx King Thriller Is a Gripping Mix of the Geopolitical and Extraterrestrial. Falling Angels is a thriller rich with consequence and deeply human at its core. ... Gripping, nuanced and emotionally unforgettable.
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A Clan Chief’s Daughter: She Who Rides Horses (Book Two) by Sarah V. Barnes
Fiction Historical Fiction
Ancient Courage Rides Again in a Young Woman’s Hands. Some books immerse you so completely in their world that you look up hours later, dazed, as if waking from another life.
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Love and Hope Have No Borders: An Interfaith Story by Michael Bienenstock
Fiction
A Novel That Bridges Cultures, Faiths and Hearts. A deeply moving story of cross-cultural connection, emotional growth, and the strength of the human heart.
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A Family of the Old Russian Empire by Stanislas Yassukovich
Historical Fiction
Russian Family History Comes to Life in Rich Historical Novel. Yassukovich brings a lost world into focus — not as an abstract history, but as a living, breathing legacy.
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The Great Healthcare Disruption: Big Tech, Bold Policy, and the Future of American Medicine by Dr. Marschall Runge
Nonfiction
The Great Healthcare Disruption — A Front-Row Seat to Medicine’s Transformation. We often hear that healthcare is “on the brink of change.” But in The Great Healthcare Disruption, Dr. Marschall Runge makes a convincing case that the change isn't coming—it's already here. And it's moving fast.
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Rogue Unit: Awakening by J.H. Jones
Fiction
Hidden Identities and Global Conspiracies Revealed in Dark Thriller. Jones packs plenty of action into this conspiracy thriller.
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Cold Victory: A Novel of the Berlin Airlift by Helena P. Schrader
Historical Fiction Thrillers
Character-Driven Historical Thriller Is a Stirring Triumph of Conscience and Courage. The "War and Peace" of the Berlin Airlift, this is of those rare novels that manages to make a well-documented historical event feel utterly urgent and freshly lived.
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Maya, Dead and Dreaming by Lana Sabarwal
Fiction Mystery Suspense
Small Town and Young Woman Haunted by Ghost of the Past in Chilling Mystery. A moving, intelligent and unputdownable whodunit that will stay in the reader’s mind well after the last chapter has concluded.
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My Friend Johnny: The Last 20 Years of a Beautiful Life with Johnny Carson and Friends by
Biography Nonfiction
Memoir Reveals the Johnny Carson We Can Only Wish We Knew. In My Friend Johnny we are gifted with a perspective on the legend that can only be offered by the lucky few he chose as close friends.
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Doctor Witch by Frank J. Edwards
Fiction Thrillers
Family Caught in Crossfire of Hospital Crisis in Electrifying Medical Thriller. A must-read for fans of character-driven, high-stakes thrillers.
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The Dying Art of Life by Shoeless
Fiction Thrillers
Dickensian Adventure of Mystery and Heart Pays Homage to “Oliver Twist”. A literary treat that manages to be both nostalgic and original.
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Pain is a Portal to Beauty by Alexis Leigh
Better Self Memoir Nonfiction Self Help
Transformative Memoir of Loss and Psychedelic Healing. An intimate and courageous memoir that challenges readers to reconsider their own relationship with suffering.
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Child of Silence: A Blessing in Disguise by H. Allen Benowitz
Nonfiction
A Memoir That Finds Power in Pain and Beauty in Brokenness.
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Nonfiction
A Memoir That Finds Power in Pain and Beauty in Brokenness.
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Toxic Minds by Anthony Lee
Fiction Thrillers
Disinformation Turns Deadly in Heart-Pounding Medical Thriller. A four-alarm page-turner with something important to say about the dangers of medical disinformation and ignorance.
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Masters of War by John H. Thomas
Fiction Thrillers
The Clock’s Running Out in Explosive Technothriller Sequel. A thriller that grabs you from page one and never lets go.
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HIVE by DL Orton
Science Fiction
What Would You Sacrifice to Change the Past? DL Orton’s HIVE Dares to Find Out.
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Two Crowns, Three Blades by Robert A. Walker
Fantasy Fiction
Medieval Fantasy Adventure Brimming with Action, Suspense and Romance. If you like imaginative fantasy with characters you’ll both love and love to hate, then this might just be the book for you.
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Karma Never Sleeps by R. John Dingle
Fiction Thrillers
Buried Secrets, Murder and Vengeance in Chilling Slow-Burn Thriller. Perfect for readers who prefer character-driven mysteries over cheap thrills.
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Deceptive Images by Joanne Henning
Fiction Thrillers
Romance Novel Captures the Magic of Second Chances and New Beginnings. A must-read for anyone who believes in the transformative power of passion and love.
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Yonah and Devorah's Traveling Music Theater by Suze Leonie
Fiction
Unravel Family Secrets Through Art and Legacy in Transformative Tale. This is a novel for anyone who has ever wrestled with family history, struggled with mental health, or found themselves at the crossroads of self-discovery. A hauntingly beautiful read.
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My Socially Hazardous Life by Laurence Neal Pokras
Memoir Nonfiction
Rags-to-Riches Memoir Is a Wild Ride that Speaks to Society’s Misfits. An adventure unlike any you've read before, My Socially Hazardous Life is a wild ride with a highly entertaining tour guide.
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Know Your Soul: Journeying with the Enneagram by Joseph Howell
Better Self Nonfiction Religion Self Help
Transformative Power of the Enneagram, the Spiritual Map to the Soul. For anyone seeking healing, wholeness and deeper meaning, "Know Your Soul" is an essential tool.
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Knocktopia: Secret of the Mother Lode by Hunter Malone
Children’s Books Fiction Historical Fiction Mystery
Strike Gold on This Middle-Grade Mystery Full of Ciphers & Secret Codes. Full of secret codes, hidden intrigue and a touch of the supernatural, this historical novel will have young readers on the edge of their seats.
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Onward, Ye Heroes by C S Brown
Action and Adventure Fantasy Fiction
Battle Dragons and Darkness in Epic Conclusion to Fantasy Duology. C S Brown masterfully weaves multiple storylines into a cohesive whole.
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Thunderbird Rising by John H. Thomas
Fiction Mystery Thrillers
Espionage, Conspiracies and Twisted Loyalties in Thrilling New Series. Filled with high stakes and tight suspense.
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A Meticulous Plan by A Mohit
Historical Fiction
Two Lovers, Two Wars, and One Destiny as A Meticulous Plan Unfolds. "With depictions of various languages, cultures, local landscapes, cuisines and architecture, the novel’s vivid scenery provides readers with an immersive experience. "
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Beyond Australia by Lee Forest
Young Adult
A Race Through Time to Save the Past and Secure the Future. "Beyond Australia is a lovely time capsule, allowing us to slip into life in 1872’s New York City for a visceral sense of the gritty and turbulent experience that was life in the United States before modern times. "
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Kalayla: Unraveling Tangles by Jeannie Nicholas
Fiction
A Raw and Unflinching Exploration of Identity, Family, and the Ties That Bind. "Kalayla: Unraveling Tangles is a touching reminder that family isn’t always defined by blood, but by the people who stand by you in your darkest times."
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How Julia Found Happiness and Financial Success by Michael G. Colburn
Business Fiction
Real-Life Lessons Found in Accomplished Businessman’s Short Novel. A useful volume for anyone starting a business or others within a business wondering how everything works and why it works.
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Chew Slowly: Lie About Your Age by Nola Rocco
Nonfiction
Turn Back Time and Feel Ageless in Just 10 Days. "There is more we can all do to stay young without plastic surgery. Nola Rocco shares how ..."
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Soulful Serenades for Calm and Clarity by Hopelyn Gray
Nonfiction
Your Guide to Finding Tranquility and Purpose in Difficult Times. The sun rises on another day, a canvas for a beautiful life. Let’s paint it with gratitude and purpose.
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Stolen Brilliance by Michael G. Colburn
Fiction Historical Fiction Thrillers
Criminally Stunning Tale of Love and Adventure in Victorian London. Michael Colburn delivers a tight, thought-provoking narrative with heavy doses of love, betrayal, and redemption.
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Face the Storm by C D Kreger
Biography Memoir
Facing the Storm of Trauma and Finding Strength in Healing. "Beautifully encapsulates both the light and the dark of the human experience."
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Escape From Appalachia by Mary Frances Barron
Biography Memoir Nonfiction
Story of Resilience Recounts Escape from Poverty and Hardship in Appalachia. "Barron’s creative determination to make something of herself shines through on every page."
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Dear God, My Life is in Jeopardy by Tom Covino
Fiction Religion
Exploring Life and Faith As You’ve Never Seen Before. Tom Covino has given us a thought-provoking, emotionally charged and eye-opening work.
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Soul Flowers by Cynthia Schumacher
Nonfiction Poetry
Find Hope, Beauty, and Connection in “Soul Flowers”. "Soul Flowers is meant to touch and inspire, and Schumacher does just that."
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Cycling for a Cause: A Cross-Country Adventure by Joe Matthews
Memoir Nonfiction
9/11 Firefighter Makes a Difference by Cycling Across America. Readers will gain the benefit of Joe’s insights, and maybe even learn a thing or two about themselves.
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So You Lost Your Job: What Next? by William Alexandre
Business Nonfiction
Transform Job Loss Into a Launchpad for Success. "... it’s as if William Alexandre was placed on this earth to go out and lose a job, only so he could be so well-equipped to help and guide others as they navigate through the experience."
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Butterfly Stitches: The Metamorphosis of Healing by Michele Evette Vrabel
Better Self Memoir Religion
Abuse Survivor’s Story of Hope, Faith and Spiritual Healing. Her vulnerability and strength make this memoir an inspiring read.
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Tell the Story by Terrell Tannen
Memoir Nonfiction
Hollywood Screenwriter Flirts with Fame in Stunning Memoir. A candid look at the vulnerability of living in an industry that is often fickle and unforgiving.
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Crash Landing by Delvin Chatterson
Fiction Thrillers
Businessman Must Clear His Name in Immersive Crime Thriller. An immersive crime thriller that readers will be captivated by from the very beginning.
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The Little Bird by Ashby Jones
Fiction
Two Souls Pursue Justice While Navigating Their Own Paths to Healing. "At its heart, The Little Bird is a psychologically moving tale about the union of two tormented souls who need to find healing in each other, amidst the chaos of their past."
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Lost in the Holler by Michael West
Southern Gothic, Family Saga
Disillusioned with his soulless New York career, RJ Burnette returns to his Appalachian home to find himself, only to discover a web of family secrets...
Redemption Initiative by C.L. Morrissey
Redemption Drama / Speculative Fiction
Desi Delgado was an addict — violent, impulsive and dangerous. He left wreckage behind him until the law caught up. Eight years in prison. According...
Wheeler-Dealer by Rita Moreau
Cozy mystery
Solving a murder might raise her spirits. But will it spring her spectral friend from Purgatory? Traded by her husband for a busty bimbo the same age...
Last Word by Rita Moreau
Fiction
Gwen Morgan Adams, a 55-year-old journalist facing the end of her career, returns to her childhood home in Fish Camp, FL, where her sister, Mira, oper...
Belonging to the World by Barry Hoffner
Travel Memoir
Belonging to the World combines a deeply personal story with an epic global adventure while exploring one of the most important themes of our time—h...
What the Heart Carries: One Secret, Two Lives by Susan Appel
FICTION / Family Life, FICTION / Women, FICTION / Religious
One secret. Two lives forever changed. Stephanie grew up cherished yet haunted by questions no one would answer. Carmine’s life, in contrast, was...
Trail of Thoughts by David Lomax
Memoir / Survival / Identity
In the remote wilderness of Alaska, a bush pilot navigates deadly mountain passes and unpredictable weather where every flight is a gamble with fate. ...
Mrs. Orcutt's Driveway by C. V. Wooster
Historical Narrative / Nonfiction
"Mrs. Orcutt’s Driveway" tells the true story of Margaret “Bonnie” Orcutt, a reclusive widow who took on the U.S. government to save her Mojave ...
I'll Remember You by Deborah Packer
Historical Fiction
Based on a true family saga, currently a repped screenplay, "I’ll Remember You" is an intimate character-driven love story. Proud, idealistic, sm...
Return To Hawaii by Daniel J. Voelker
Spy and Espionage
Donovan Cross, the National Intelligence Agency’s most legendary operative, has worked every shadowy corner of the globe. But when he’s ordered ba...
The Life by Sagar Constantin
Visionary & Metaphysical
Eva Monroe is flying home after a long business trip, eager to see her 5-year-old son. But when the plane crashes, she wakes to find herself in the In...
Live A Little Better by John Beyer
Memoir
John Beyer is the founder and owner of Men on the Move, one of the East Coast's premier moving and self-storage companies. While although John's journ...
High Flight: A Pilot's Journey Through Life by Richard Hess
Memoir
Richard Hess, born John Patrick Aliano, began life in a typical middle-class household. His parents divorced when he was just a toddler, and after his...
The Elderly Gentleman's Ulyssee by Hans Bodmer
Action Adventure
A smarter, older Gentleman makes his way from Zurich to Geneva on hiking trails, wherever they exist. The declared goal is to reach a destination — ...
Between These Walls by Michael Newman
Historical Thriller
When Jewish, New York art curator Daniel Singer, adopted at the end of WW2 under tragic circumstances by US Army Medical Corps Colonel Samuel Singer a...
Maya Blue: A Memoir of Survival by Brenda Coffee
Memoir
"Maya Blue" is a suspenseful, fast-paced memoir that reads like a thriller. One remarkable woman's true story of love, cocaine, Big Tobacco, abduction...
Twice the Family: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Sisterhood by Julie Ryan McGue
Memoir
From the award-winning author of "Twice a Daughter" comes the much-anticipated prequel. In this coming-of-age memoir, set in Chicago’s western su...
Twice a Daughter: A Search for Identity, Family, and Belonging by Julie Ryan McGue
Memoir
Julie is adopted. She is also a twin. Because their adoption was closed, she and her sister lack both a health history and their adoption papers ― w...
Triumph To Tragedy by Daniel J.D. Bayard
Historical Fiction
The six-book Triumph to Tragedy historical novels unfold in the most prosperous colony of the world in the late 18th century. They chronicle rebellion...
Such Stuff as Dreams by Thomas Garlinghouse
Magical Realism; Historical Fantasy
What if Shakespeare never finished his greatest play — and only you could help him complete it? It's 1936 Hollywood. Screenwriter Joe Holliday ha...