Second Chance (Baseball Buddies, 2) by Aaron Derr Genre: Middle Grade Fiction / Sports ISBN: 9781643713922 Print Length: 160 pages Publisher: Red Chair Press Buy from Amazon Buy from Bookshop Reviewed by Toni Woodruff Pleasant and fun—a lighthearted story of baseball and teamwork The Manatees are back! Thanks to Coach Joe and an unexpectedly excellent […]
This Girl’s a Killer marks Emma C. Wells’ explosive entry into the psychological thriller genre with a story that masterfully blends dark humor, complex morality, and unflinching violence. This debut novel introduces readers to Cordelia Black, a fascinating anti-heroine whose carefully compartmentalized life straddles the line between normalcy and nightmare. Plot & Premise In the […]
At first glance, I might look like a typical science professor, someone who teaches classes, runs a research lab, and trains graduate students. The reality is so much weirder than that. In Power to the Parasites!, readers get a glimpse of my day-to-day job duties. I am a tour guide, introducing newcomers to the netherworld. […]
In American Scary, Jeremy Dauber, a Columbia University professor and cultural historian, presents a fascinating journey through the dark corridors of American horror, from colonial fears to contemporary anxieties. Following his acclaimed works on American Comics and Jewish Comedy, Dauber brings his characteristic blend of scholarly insight and engaging narrative style to illuminate how horror […]
Runaway Groomsman Genres: Fiction / Romance / New Adult Format: Audiobook Buy on Amazon Goodreads As someone who normally loves MQ’s work, I was excited to dive into this book, but unfortunately, it didn’t hit the mark for me. If you’re considering skipping this one, I’d say it’s probably okay to do so. The story […]
In a world obsessed with connection, social media, and the constant pressure to engage, Fredrik Backman’s latest novella “The Answer Is No” arrives as a refreshing counterpoint, celebrating the joy of choosing solitude. The bestselling author of “A Man Called Ove” and “Anxious People” returns with a witty, warm, and surprisingly profound story about a […]
Synopsis: What the difference between robbing a bank and robbing a Mafia bank?Sara and Joshua are about to find out. Joshua is a world class hacker and his partner, the alluring Sarah, is a master safe cracker who make their living pillaging other criminal’s bank accounts. An attempted assassination puts them on the run. In […]
Something More by Daryl Potter Genre: Nonfiction / Religion / Self-Help ISBN: 9781990388132 Print Length: 370 pages Publisher: Paper Stone Press Buy from Amazon Buy from Bookshop Reviewed by John M. Murray A thoughtful examination of the Bible that helps readers find and pursue their life’s purpose As a lost-and-found man of faith, Daryl Potter […]
In her sophomore novel, The Debutantes, Olivia Worley crafts a deliciously dark mystery that peels back the pristine veneer of New Orleans high society to reveal the rot beneath. Following her debut “People to Follow,” Worley proves her talent for exposing the dangerous intersections of privilege, power, and secrets through the lens of young women […]
One of the great joys I get when writing non-fiction books is finding a story that is so compelling I want to share it with everyone I know. And in many cases, I know it will be a great story for kids, and then I’ve struck gold. Such was the case with Checkups, Shots, and […]