Book Review
Goodness Is Contagious
Ash finds a flexible and individualized, but impassioned, definition of God and religion. David Ash’s rousing Goodness is Contagious is a succinct and genuinely uplifting autobiography about finding fulfillment through faith and paying...
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No Sweat
The definition of exercise gets a welcome overhaul in this inspiring guide to self-care and self-love. To say that "No Sweat" is about exercise isn’t quite right. Yet to say it’s a motivational self-help book isn’t quite right...
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If Jack Had
A violent, urban, first-person account of how an aged, cynical killer finds purpose, passion, and love in a harsh world. "If Jack Had" is a pulp-noir novel set apart by the cynicism and dry humor of the narrator, charismatic dialogue,...
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Mary the Seventh Girl
Johnson has found peace and happiness in her life, and her time line of miracles will intrigue those who seek the same solace in their faith. Mary A. Johnson’s memoir, "Mary the Seventh Girl", is a chronicle of moments where her faith...
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Old Growth and Ivy
"Old Growth and Ivy" will engage those looking for a thriller that also sweetly celebrates love. Jayne Menard’s romantic crime drama "Old Growth and Ivy", the first in a trilogy, juxtaposes heart-pounding shootouts with warmhearted...
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Changing Spaces
This character-driven novel is an emotionally satisfying read that shows it’s never too late for reinvention. With a cast of characters as colorful and inspiring as the setting, "Changing Spaces", by Nancy King, is a heartwarming tale...
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The Merchant of Death
This genre-bending thriller and love story boasts complex, lovable characters that add drama and humor. "The Merchant of Death", by Lisa Henry and J. A. Rock, is the second in an easily addictive series of action-packed, rambunctiously...
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The Leprechauns and the Magic Horse
This interesting comparison of human and leprechaun perspectives explores how worldliness prevents cultural ignorance. "The Leprechauns and the Magic Horse" is a simply written yet thematically thought-provoking fantasy novella for...