IR VERDICT: THE INTERSECT, the socially relevant debut from Brad Graber, is an obvious labor of love that is heavily detailed--not only in the connective tissue of the relating characters,…

IR VERDICT: Written in third person point of view, ONCE UPON A ZOMBIE is a quirky story reinventing familiar and beloved characters with plenty of plot twists and a bit…

IR VERDICT: Full of humor and warmth, MARY POSER touches on serious issues like self-harm, anxiety, and prejudice, while inspiring readers to be happy with who they are, and to…

IR VERDICT: IMPALA is a suspenseful tale of mystery and romance that hits familiar beats in an enjoyable way. If you want a book to keep your pulse up on…

IR VERDICT: The concepts that Adeed Dawisha explores in THE PAYMASTER are all compelling, and the structure of the story—twist-heavy and often surprising—feel realistic, likely from the author's own expertise…

IR VERDICT: Full of action, intrigue, and plenty of blood, RASPUTIN’S PRODIGY is an entertaining and worthy third chapter in The Hidden Amongst Us series.

IR VERDICT: Both heartbreaking and life affirming, this unforgettable novel taps into the universal struggle of all people to find their own place in the world and to be their…

IR VERDICT: THE HORROR OF A WEDDING NIGHT is a unique mix of quirky mystery and edgy horror, alternating between cheerful laughs and dark thrills.

IR VERDICT: SOMETHING'S BOUND TO HAPPEN does not shy away from the horrors of life and all its bleakest moments, but it is not so blinded that it cannot see…

IR VERDICT: HE WHO LEADS GODS is ambitious, there's no denying that. It's an epic fantasy told in second person, the story of a primitive clan who fights gods and…

IR VERDICT: Though filled with medical definitions that bog down the story, IN A PICKLE OVER PANDAS does a good job explaining this frightening disorder and gives hope for its…

IR VERDICT: IN THE MIND OF REVENGE is a deeply disturbing book, showing the spiraling effects of cruelty and brutality on the human mind and heart.

IR VERDICT: Piccadilly and the Waltzing Wind demonstrates Novelline’s ability to write an uplifting and inspiring story. It feels as though there is more to Piccadilly and the wind’s stories,…

IR VERDICT: Not For Sale: Finding Center in the Land of Crazy Horse is a must-read for anyone with metaphysical, soul-searching questions or interest in improving the lives of inhabitants…

IR VERDICT: CRUEL SUMMER expands the world of the Young Adult Undertow series and provides an intense and emotionally fraught romance.

IR VERDICT: Van de Water’s sense of humor helped her navigate a potentially deadly diagnosis and for anyone who needs to read a book like this, the funny quips should…

IR VERDICT: THE SIX AND THE CRYSTALS OF IALANA is an ambitious novel, jumping from place to place and character to character to truly grant its world a sense of…

IR VERDICT: DAUFUSKIE ISLAND gives readers a fantastical thrill ride through American history. Lovers of historical fiction will enjoy the St. John’s romp through revolutionary and Civil war era Georgia.…

IR VERDICT: BLACK BEAD is a short and exhilarating adventure for an unlucky group of children in a unique and dangerous world.  

IR VERDICT: SHADOW GAMES is an engaging science-fiction romp that gives a more nuanced portrayal of the cost of having preternatural abilities.

IR VERDICT: With a slight flavor to Nicholas Sparks' moving romance stories, ONCE BROKEN is an unforgettable read with wide audience appeal.

IR VERDICT: Entertaining and deftly navigating the steep slope of emotions, DIDN’T GET FRAZZLED is, at once, funny, gross, sarcastic, irreverent, and touching.

IR VERDICT: ANGEL INVESTING is a must-read for both wealthy people in search of a new way to make their money work for them and for others, and entrepreneurs in…