A compelling tale of family and faith with a paranormal twist, Shawn Smucker’s "Light from Distant Stars" probes at questions of good, evil, and whether anyone—or anything—is ever just one or the other. After Cohen finds his father... Read More

Edited by Jeff Mann and Julia Watts, "LGBTQ Fiction and Poetry from Appalachia" is an immersive exploration of queer life within the confines of a conservative American subculture. When combined with the experience of growing up in... Read More

"A Dream for Peace" is an insightful memoir about a life of international diplomacy that makes a heartfelt plea for unity. Freedom fighter and globe-trotting diplomat Ghoulem Berrah’s memoir "A Dream for Peace" is an inspiring,... Read More

Melody Carlson’s latest Christian romance, "Courting Mr. Emerson", is the sweet, trend-resistant tale of a young grandmother and a confirmed bachelor who find that life may be better if they’re together. George Emerson lives a neat... Read More

Josh Frank, Tim Heidecker, and Manuela Pertega have created a graphic novel version of a story long thought to be lost in "Giraffes on Horseback Salad". Based on the only known copy of artist Salvador Dali’s rough script, which he... Read More

A government conspiracy is at the heart of this action-heavy thriller. Dennis Quiles’s action-packed thriller "The Surface Beneath" seethes with violence, sexual intrigue, and political corruption. When former naval intelligence... Read More

Peppy and supportive, "Gluten Free Soul Pilot" contains much good advice about prioritizing personal wellness. Jet Widick’s name provides the aviation-themed framework for her inspirational guide to wellness and self-care, "Gluten Free... Read More

In its honesty, this account of a quest for adventure and self-realization will attract those on similar paths. Mitchell Phillips McCrady’s musing memoir, From Pittsburgh to Cadiz, captures vibrant scenes thanks to fine writing.... Read More