Although it's somewhat hampered by excessive descriptions and a preachy tone, Kyle Palmer's THE LAST RIVAL: A TIME OF OUR CHOOSING is a dramatic action-adventure...

Antanas Marcelionis's MASTER VERSION 1.1 engagingly tackles some fascinating and prescient subjects, though its confusing messaging and thin set-up can make for a difficult read.

Though it occasionally tacks close to some brands of pseudoscience, Lisa Peachey’s EVERYTHING IS NOT PEACHEY is a thoughtful, affecting, deeply personal account of chronic...

Eric Swanson’s JORSA occasionally has a certain lyrical, dreamlike prettiness; but without clearer character motivations and firmer internal logic, the action can feel confusing and...

Despite its narrative flaws, David Joiner’s LOTUSLAND still comes across as a heartfelt, accessible, and smoothly written tribute to Vietnam.

J.T. Tierney’s EXTREME MALICE paints a chilling, ripped-from-the-headlines portrait of political violence in small-town America.

Though the underlying material is of historic interest, Gordon Neale’s CYCLING 70 YEARS ONCE WORLD CHAMPION lacks a strong central narrative to elevate it from...

Snarky banter and fully rounded characters make Kristen B. Cole's THE SCIENTIST feel realistic enough to overcome its flaws and satisfy those looking for a...

Martha Walandouw Lohn and Brian Kimmel's BLUE SKIES, TROUBLED WATERS: An American Twin's WWII Odyssey in Minahasa, Indonesia offers a unique perspective on a pivotal...

Kit Karson’s JUSTICE RENDERED is brisk and fun, with just enough twists to stay fresh to the end.

L. Ryan Storms's SLIP is sure to please YA readers with its compassionate exploration of mental health, first love, and supportive relationships. Its magical realism,...

Those struggling with depression, anxiety, or stress will find many accessible forms of cordial encouragement in Dr. Heidi McKenzie’s highly organized I JUST WANT TO...