In the context of the sentiment that American society is becoming increasingly divided along class lines—the “one percent” versus the “ninety-nine percent”—Dr. Susan Aurelia Gitelson’s well-written, well-researched book... Read More

Georgian high-schooler Baylie Storm must contend with typical teenage drama—falling for her best friend, Tyler Caldwell, trying to stay on the good side of her overprotective parents—when a sudden injury results in an otherworldly... Read More

The cheerful 1960s pop music that weaves its way through "Aquarius Falling" creates a warm, nostalgic feeling. Don’t get too comfortable, though. While the Beach Boys soundtrack promises a carefree summer for twenty-one-year-old Tom... Read More

“Something within us may be feral to this planet.” Such is the basic premise behind Charles Orange’s theory that humanity, or at least a sliver of our DNA, “was planted here from beyond.” This “missing link emanating from... Read More

“Pour a cup of coffee, make yourself comfortable, and I’ll introduce you to some of my favorite women.” With these words of welcome, Sylvia Forrest invites readers into her life through an engaging and heartwarming collection of... Read More

Bryon Smith does not expect readers to believe his story, at least at first. It is, after all, the stuff of fantasy: a spirit contacts him from the afterlife and reveals an astonishing theology that explains humanity’s experiences in... Read More

Can a shark and a ray use teamwork to help a group of stranded boaters? In V. R. Duin’s delightful rhyming picture book Little Ray & Shark Patch Things Up, the answer is a resounding “yes.” Little Ray, the central character,... Read More

“You are invited to reflect: If spiritual phenomena have been related by an incalculable number of people throughout history … shouldn’t there be some truth in what is being affirmed time and time again?” This is the question... Read More