Nolton reminds readers through her engaging and encouraging words that creation as a spiritual pursuit is worthwhile, if challenging, work. Welsh visionary artist Faith Nolton shares stories and paintings from her path as a shamanic guide and artist in Gardens of the Soul: . . . read more
A tale of murder and plastic surgery told with crisp, memorable dialogue. Elective Procedures, by Merry Jones, combines many familiar aspects of a pulp mystery novel—an exotic locale, multiple suspected killers, the protagonist becoming a potential victim. Instead of a . . . read more
Combining personal accounts with exhaustive research, this outstanding book should become a definitive resource on gluten intolerance. Toxic Staple, Anne Sarkisian’s excellent, informative book about gluten, a substance found in wheat and in other grains, is an . . . read more
Nonstop action, exotic locales, keep this thriller fresh and exciting. Philip Donlay’s Deadly Echoes is a thrill ride from start to finish. In his fourth outing, Donovan Nash finds himself up against his longtime sworn enemy, Garrick Pearce. Globe-trotting and nonstop . . . read more
This thrilling novel has a breathless pace that combines science and nature to create nail-biting tension. Bears are hibernating in summer and Irish elk have returned from extinction. With such strange occurrences happening in Yellowstone Park and a vendetta-fueled sheriff . . . read more
Well organized and written, Taxed Out lays out a plan for abolishing the income tax. Taxed Out, by the father-and-son duo Donald S. Chambers and Curtis W. Chambers, is an innovative analysis of the federal income tax with a subtitle nearly as long as the book itself. It is . . . read more
Appealing acrylic illustrations, a wonderful story, and an important message make this book enjoyable for children and adults. A story of bullying, acceptance, and friendship, Never Say a Mean Word Again: A Tale from Medieval Spain, by Jacqueline Jules, is loosely inspired . . . read more
This rich, colorful treat teaches children and parents the roots of a nonviolent faith that inspired Gandhi and MLK. Mahavira: The Hero of Nonviolence is a beautifully illustrated children’s story based upon the life of a teacher of the Jain faith. With lots of bright . . . read more
Entertaining and insightful, Constructive Wallowing provides clear instructions on how to “feel your feelings.” Laughter is the best medicine, as many have said, and psychotherapist Tina Gilbertson’s new book, Constructive Wallowing: How to Beat Bad Feelings by . . . read more
