"(P)luck" is a memorable story of the work of two brothers on some of the twentieth century’s most crucial public health and bioethics issues. Alfred and Blair Sadler’s memoir "(P)luck" is about their groundbreaking collaboration in... Read More

A Maryland family navigates the return of their institutionalized daughter in "The Precious Jules", Shawn Nocher’s contemplative novel about duty, love, and sibling fears. Thirty-two years ago, Ella Jules—a child challenged because... Read More

In this inspiring tale, a dance-dazzled dachshund, Dotty, cannot resist mimicking the ballet moves she loves—even when her person, Ms. Austere, issues other commands; even when she’s out on walks among other, baffled dogs. Rendered... Read More

The surfing culture that California embodied in the middle of the twentieth century wouldn’t have been possible without the sport’s Hawaiian origins—or without George Freeth, the surfing virtuoso and heroic lifeguard who helped... Read More

In Meron Hadero’s short story collection "A Down Home Meal for These Difficult Times", Ethiopian emigrants strive to find their places in the world. Leaving one’s home country, even for a good reason, takes courage and resilience. So... Read More

"Until It Shimmers" is an involving novel about finding one’s place in the world. Alec Scott’s novel "Until It Shimmers" is about a man’s search for his true self—and his sexual awakening. Ned, the sheltered scion of a well-to-do... Read More

"Leading Lightly" recommends leadership improvement techniques that are designed to make its audience more engaged, mindful, and communicative. With elements of self-help, Jody Michael’s engaging business book "Leading Lightly" asserts... Read More