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Unexpected Life

by Dawn Goldsmith

Pack up the sunscreen and a copy of Unexpected Life, the first book in a trilogy by Paula Evans Archer. This novel of middle-age single parenting, teenage children, and a life-changing beach vacation is a delightful summer read. The... Read More

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Triumphs

by Karen McCarthy

Although this collection is inconsistent, with works of quality and originality juxtaposed with pieces of clichéd phrasing and tired imagery, by and large Triumphs soothes, uplifts, and inspires gratitude and good works. Mary A. Bell is... Read More

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Three Fugitives

by Lee Gooden

A crop of fantasy writers, apparently inspired by their youthful exposure to Mary Stewart, C.S. Lewis, Lloyd Alexander, Ursula K. Le Guin, and J.R.R. Tolkien, have turned to self-publishing and small presses as an alternative to... Read More

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The Thorns of Aiden

by Dawn Goldsmith

Dr. T.E. Grainger, who holds a Doctorate of Ministry from the University of South Carolina, draws on a lifetime of theological education and experience to write this novel, a spiritual allegory wrapped in a spiritualism that can only be... Read More

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The Idea of Equality

by Julia Ann Charpentier

As the world wages battles over religious conflict and political disparity, resolution seems ever more elusive. Differences in background, culture, and education have caused dangerous rifts between sparring nations, making the... Read More

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That Sounds Like Fun

by Norma D. Kellam

The various sounds that many letters have in English can be overwhelming for children, especially for non-native speakers. However, this unique alphabet book demonstrates that learning sounds can be fun. Each page is dedicated to one... Read More

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Talking to Her Pillow

by Diane Gardner

In this roller coaster ride of a novel, the first from author Jonathan Hewitt, Francis Dale-Blenkinsop leaves high society life in England for international business dealings, the mafia underworld, and espionage work with the Italian... Read More

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Spirit of the Badge

by Jill Allen

The men and women in blue rely on more than the letter of the law and the facts of the case when they protect and serve. They receive aid from God, dreams, signs, and symbols. But like the rest of us, officers can also experience... Read More

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