Dawn and Sunset is a well researched, nicely written, organized account of early Mesopotamian history. Some of the world’s first cities emerge, prosper, and decline over the... Read More

Med highlights the complexities of the Arabic language and shows how even simple words may be interpreted in a bevy of ways. Chenar Med’s The Shadow of the Swords brings a... Read More

This interesting comparison of human and leprechaun perspectives explores how worldliness prevents cultural ignorance. The Leprechauns and the Magic Horse is a simply written... Read More

Graceful poems juxtapose the mystical with the practical. Me, Rain, and a Hired Taxi, a book of poems by Davoud Safdarian, explores the mystical while remaining grounded in the... Read More

This modern romance features characters with darker edges even as it delivers a message of second chances and hope. In The Secret Box, a debut romance by Elizabeth Aguilar,... Read More

This lifelike story captures the best and the worst of questionable matrimony. Resiliency and courage take center stage in this personalized exploration of a strong woman’s... Read More

Intriguing characters make The Spider Web an attention-grabbing read. The Spider Web is a multifaceted story of human struggle, international drug smuggling, and human... Read More

These anecdotal gems stand out with a beauty most humor stories don’t even attempt. Nostalgic for a time when “instant great ideas” were given credence and the men behind... Read More

Barton ignores his inner censor and allows blunt honesty to grace the pages of his entertaining memoir. This quick literary trip will amuse and confound anyone unfamiliar with... Read More

Bridget’s story is a fascinating vehicle for understanding the Irish revolution. Mary Thorpe’s debut weaves Irish history into a loving family biography, with the author... Read More

These personal stories of struggles with labeling encourage self-esteem and empathy through friendly advice. In The Power of Labels, a self-help book with an encouraging tone,... Read More

Complex questions are outlined in an easy-to-understand way, and are best savored slowly. What Am I? And Why Do I Suffer? by Iqubal Birdi is an intellectual examination of the... Read More