When Push Comes to Shoot by Rena Koontz Emma Hunter’s tyrannical brother deserved to die, even if the manner of his murder was horror-movie gruesome. As a police lieutenant, she’s duty-bound to provide whatever assistance she can in hunting down her brother’s killer, but she doesn’t mourn his loss. Business acquaintances, former friends, and even his relatives agree the world is better off without the despicable bully. With no clues and too many suspects, it looks like the murderer might be … [Read more...] about When Push Comes to Shoot by Rena Koontz
Deadly Trail by Marilyn Meredith
Deadly Trail by Marilyn Meredith The peace of the town of Bear Creek in the Southern Sierra is disrupted by the unusual death of the owner of the local inn. Though resident Deputy Tempe Crabtree’s job is not to investigate a murder case, she feels compelled to get involved when her friend Nick Two John is arrested. She realizes there are several people who wanted the victim dead, including his wife. As she continues to discover clues she puts her job, her wedding planning, and herself in … [Read more...] about Deadly Trail by Marilyn Meredith
That’s How It Was: Operation Finders Keepers by Hazel Pacheco
That's How It Was: Operation Finders Keepers by Hazel Pacheco That’s How It Was: Operation Finders Keepers comes under “interesting children’s fiction” category. This is a unique children’s book because it is primarily done in letter format. Set in the late 1960s, the letters are to Randy Ray’s future family. His ten-year-old self shares his perspective on people, animals, and faith as he contemplates whimsical and not-so-whimsical career choices. Who would have guessed that a class … [Read more...] about That’s How It Was: Operation Finders Keepers by Hazel Pacheco
A Span of Moments by Robert Beech
A Span of Moments by Robert Beech A profound story of coming home to an old Florida island and struggling to save its way of life and native beauty: Midsummer 1994,a disillusioned Jake Crawford quits a prominent scientific career and retreats to the island home of his youth, longing for its old Florida way of life. Within hours of his arrival, he becomes entangled in a deadly series of events involving a billionaire real estate developer and a reclusive bridgetender with a long-hidden past. … [Read more...] about A Span of Moments by Robert Beech
Wheels of Injustice by Susan Louise Gabriel
Wheels of Injustice by Susan Louise Gabriel It began with one woman's fight to save her child and ended in a national movement— Six weeks into a blissful honeymoon, life turns into a nightmare when Susan’s 9-year-old daughter is taken away and her husband is falsely accused of child sexual abuse. A simple misunderstanding is reshaped by the powerful, out-of-control child protection machine of the 1980s into something sinister, and Susan is dragged under its churning wheels. She is given the … [Read more...] about Wheels of Injustice by Susan Louise Gabriel
Hostile Witness by Rebecca Forster
Hostile Witness by Rebecca Forster A prominent judge is dead. Hannah Sheraton, a troubled sixteen year-old-girl, is accused. When the legal community turns its back, and the judiciary decides to make an example of her and try her as an adult, only Josie Bates will defend her. Flawed and brilliant, Josie is committed to saving the girl, but the deeper she digs the more she realizes that politics and family history are a combustible and dangerous combination. When the truth is uncovered, it … [Read more...] about Hostile Witness by Rebecca Forster
50 States by Richard R. Becker
50 States by Richard R. Becker An Idaho farmer who aches for absolution after a tragedy is given one more chance at redemption. Two runaways cross paths in a Tennessee bus station with only one ticket between them. A family sees looters racing toward their home as they escape an Oregon wildfire. A young couple takes a reckless turn off a state highway in Utah and find themselves in a nightmarish government biohazard area. These and 46 more shorts make up an anthology that will surprise … [Read more...] about 50 States by Richard R. Becker
Frayed Ends by Sally J. Ling
Frayed Ends by Sally J. Ling Leaving her hectic job as a news producer in Washington, D.C., was never part of Randi Brooks’ plan, but when she learns of her parents’ tragic deaths, she has no choice but to rush home to Boca Raton, Florida. When she finds out their deaths weren’t accidental, things take a turn toward the dangerous. Toss in a fire and theft at the family-owned fabric store and upholstery shop and an unscrupulous real estate developer willing to do whatever it takes to get her … [Read more...] about Frayed Ends by Sally J. Ling
Life Advice for Teens from an Ageless Grandma by Brenda DeHaan
Life Advice for Teens from an Ageless Grandma by Brenda DeHaan Being a teen isn't easy during the best of times, and times haven't been the best! "Life Advice for Teens from an Ageless Grandma" offers encouragement with common sense tips for teens. Photographs support the 35 subjects and add interest. Sometimes it's the way an idea is presented that makes it click. Conversational style and unique photos make this book's advice very accessible. Questions to ponder or discuss are included with … [Read more...] about Life Advice for Teens from an Ageless Grandma by Brenda DeHaan
Her Untamed Soul by Mandira Mazumder
Her Untamed Soul by Mandira Mazumder My book is about the life journey of a free-spirited and intelligent small-town girl who grows up into an empowered woman through various phases she goes through. The first book is about her intriguing and adventurous childhood & adolescence when she romances with her class friend from her engineering college. Latha has grown up in a class-divided and rigid society. But she defies the "love laws" that bind her. She fights for her right to choose her … [Read more...] about Her Untamed Soul by Mandira Mazumder
Falling into Magic: Destiny Falls Mystery & Magic, Book 1 by Elizabeth Pantley
Falling into Magic: Destiny Falls Mystery & Magic, Book 1 by Elizabeth Pantley An accidental journey through a magic mirror. A portal to an enchanted land. A mysterious family she never knew she had. Hayden's life is upended with the wonder of Destiny Falls. But it is tainted by the danger that brought her here and that threatens her newfound family. Can Hayden and her sassy sidekick remove the threat, so that she can begin her magical new life in this captivating world? … [Read more...] about Falling into Magic: Destiny Falls Mystery & Magic, Book 1 by Elizabeth Pantley
Fae or Foe? by C A Deegan
Fae or Foe? by C A Deegan No one would want to kill a Faery, surely?! Jack Crackley wouldn't; teenagers don’t believe in such things. There are plenty of other things to worry about; his mum, jobs, school, the local bullies, not to mention some weird disease that's affecting young children the world over. However, things are never as they seem. Little eyes watch out for him whilst bigger ones seek him for their own ends. There’s a hidden world out there, and its inhabitants are in serious … [Read more...] about Fae or Foe? by C A Deegan
