MISFIT’S MAGIC (Shades Of Winter)
Genre: Middle Grade
IR Verdict: With an enchanting blend of magic, humor, and suspense, Fred Gracely’s MISFIT’S MAGIC: Shades Of Winter is a fast-paced, satisfying YA sequel brimming with epic action and unexpected twists.
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MUDDLED CHERRIES
Genre: Women’s Fiction
IR Verdict: Author Sally Collins writes with wit and clarity, telling a coming-of-age story that is both important and entertaining in MUDDLED CHERRIES.
A BETTER HOME
Genre: Children’s (Early to intermediate readers)
IR Verdict: A BETTER HOME, written and illustrated by Christian and Tony Yoon, is a delightful primer and call to action about pollution for eco-friendly children.
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THE GATES OF DAWN
Genres: Mystery/Thriller
IR Verdict: THE GATES OF DAWN by Michael J. Gowers is a well-written, engaging novel that weaves a complex story with a cast of interesting characters and keeps the reader hooked until the last page.
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HEIR TO CHAOS
Genre: Fantasy
IR Verdict: A flair for detail, strong characters, and a dynamic plot make Adrian Holmes’s fantasy fiction debut HEIR TO CHAOS an engaging read.
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EAST HAMPTON BLUE
Genre: Literary Fiction
IR Verdict: Shelby Raebeck’s EAST HAMPTON BLUE is a compelling story of a stressed East coast tourist town that beautifully depicts the struggles of a man and his loved ones going through big changes. Rich and thorough surfing details further entice.
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THE MONARCHS
Genre: Science Fiction
IR Verdict: Elevated by debut author Mark Sabbas’s infectious passion for music, philosophy, and matters of the spirit, THE MONARCHS delivers an uplifting, vividly imagined tale of human potential and the unifying power of empathy and love.
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A REALISTIC PATH TO PEACE
Genre: Politics & Current Events
IR Verdict: Dee Knight’s A REALISTIC PATH TO PEACE: From Genocide to Global War… and How We Can Stop It is a carefully considered, well-researched, and copiously sourced work. The book is a clarion call to those committed to finding a path to lasting peace.
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CAVEMAN CHRONICLES
Genre: Memoir
IR Verdict: CAVEMAN CHRONICLES marks an impressive debut from an unconventional voice. Those who appreciate a blend of earnest soul-searching and the rebellious spirit of rock will find much to admire in Todd Mayo’s account of how a life fueled by music and a willingness to take risks can lead to profound transformation.
WANT DO GET
Genre: Education
IR Verdict: Overflowing with helpful screenwriting tips and tools, WANT DO GET by Merlin Goldman is a manual that even longtime writers will find enlightening.
MURDER ON THE NERD CRUISE
Genre: Mystery/Thriller
IR Verdict: Nicole Dieker uses a sharp eye for detail and a deft hand with characters to craft a fun, surprising mystery that’s sure to entertain in MURDER ON THE NERD CRUISE.
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WOODLAWN GIANTS
Genre: Biography
IR Verdict: A nostalgic look into a happy childhood, Robert Ross Williams’s WOODLAWN GIANTS is a charming and heartfelt memoir reflecting on the life of a young boy growing up in Arkansas in the ’60s and ’70s.
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ALWAYS JULIA: The Art of a Life
Genre: Women’s Fiction
IR Verdict: Ava Zacardi’s ALWAYS JULIA: The Art of a Life is a wholesome and emotional story about how it’s never too late to find closure and love, and that it’s important to take chances before life passes you by.
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