Karl Schlögel’s cultural history "The Scent of Empires" tells the story of two perfumes that permeated portions of the twentieth century. In 1913, French perfumers were commissioned to create a scent to celebrate 300 years of Romanov... Read More

In Eleanor Lerman’s resonant novel "Watkins Glen", an estranged brother and sister reunite to deal with illness, aging, and memories. Susan and her older brother, Mark, led very different lives. Still a free spirit in her sixties,... Read More

"Empowered"’s brisk and substantive adages are designed to inspire readerships with upbeat notions about love, life, and laughter. Andrea M. Campbell’s "Empowered" compiles inspirational quotes to impart life lessons and inspire... Read More

Vivek Shraya’s "The Subtweet" is a sharp, encompassing story about a creative friendship that’s promoted, and later imploded, by the kinetic energy of Twitter. Contrasting emotional vulnerability and connective need with desires for... Read More

"Well of Living Water" is a creative, thoughtful approach to the acts and teachings of Jesus. Sonia Coldicutt’s "Well of Living Water" is an imaginative exploration of the gospels that applies their messages to modern life. The work... Read More

A Knight without a Castle is an inspirational memoir about determination, faith, and success. Robert Katende’s experiences as a survivor and a man of faith propel his advice-laden memoir A Knight without a Castle, all about how he... Read More

A hunt for both literal and metaphorical treasures, Sandra A. Miller’s memoir "Trove" is a personal search to answer a lifetime’s worth of deep and difficult questions. Since she was a child, Miller’s eyes have always searched the... Read More

"The News from Arkansas" is a poignant and entertaining memoir that celebrates life in whatever form it takes. Valerie Katz found herself in a whole new world when she and her husband David moved from California to Arkansas. There was a... Read More