International Latino Book Award Category Finalist “Aleman has written an exceptional story...” —The Seattle Post-Intelligencer “I have to read this novel again! It’s surreal and passionate and disturbing and irresistible.” —The Latina Book Club Alex and Cara pack their belongings and stuff them in the back seat of an old Hyundai and set off for Miami to spend time with their uncle, Diego. Together, they experience a summer of discovery, love and redemption as well as the meaning of … [Read more...] about As Happy As Ling by C. D. Aleman
Day Crosser by Andy Kumpon
“Day Crosser” will highlight a poor migrant farming family from Mexico looking to escape the ruthless violence of the drug cartels. With a baby on the way, the couple hopes to start a new life in America – free from the fear and retribution by local crime lords. A parallel storyline will focus on a recently discharged Afghanistan veteran suffering from Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and his journey for normalcy for his wife and young daughter. After he is rejected for a career as a … [Read more...] about Day Crosser by Andy Kumpon
Paradise Palms by Jeff Hyndman
It was supposed to be a fun Florida vacation for Mark and his girlfriend. Their host—Mark’s best friend Chris—lives in the manufactured home community of Paradise Palms in a small town outside of Orlando. But when Chris is arrested and jailed on drug charges Mark’s world quickly spins out of control. Ten years ago Chris saved Mark from going to jail after Mark killed a college girl in a drunk driving accident. Now the tables are turned and Chris expects Mark’s help, but how far should Mark go … [Read more...] about Paradise Palms by Jeff Hyndman
City of Red: Part 1 by C. A. Love
Alfonso Machetti had it all. He was feared, respected and loved. Then in one night in 1976 his world is burned down around him, the entire Scarlatti crime family is murdered and the mayor exiles Alfonso to a lawless prison. While incarcerated, Alfonso loses himself in the depths of his own madness. Alfonso soon learns of his birth mother, she's dying and wishes to see him before it's too late. All the while, his city is being taken over by a cult like army led by a man claiming the city as his … [Read more...] about City of Red: Part 1 by C. A. Love
The Furies by Corey Croft
The city of Fury is a mother that eats its young. It is a working class melting-pot found at the end of the line on the Quad-City Express. It is a place with where the predators are equal to the number of those preyed upon. Living in the city is tough, and growing up there is even harder. Cava, Luc, and Sally each face their own demons trying to make it through their final year of high school. Surrounded by fiends, thieves, prostitutes, and gangs, the crew must find their own path to overcome … [Read more...] about The Furies by Corey Croft
Uncertainty Principles by Krista Tibbs
They can refuse to look or choose not to believe, but the threat is real, and the probability is rising. Five college students discovered that atmospheric energy could predict mass acts of human violence. Nine years later, they reunite under a cloud of mutual contempt and buried affections. As they strive to protect their heartland, they must finally challenge their conflicting philosophies and the inevitability of fate. “Don’t you see? Uncertainty can be either the root of fear or the … [Read more...] about Uncertainty Principles by Krista Tibbs
Danny Smashed by Tony Sawicki & Gregory Mantore
Born to an unstable mother whose death leaves him in the clutches of a sexual predator, sixteen-year old Danny escapes from a commune in the northern Arizona desert and makes his way to Los Angeles. In short time, the spectacularly handsome teen lands a modeling contract with a small West Hollywood talent agency. Cunning and charismatic, his climb to celebrity status is meteoric. But as true A-list stardom comes within his reach, Danny is jailed for a grievous crime that neither society, nor … [Read more...] about Danny Smashed by Tony Sawicki & Gregory Mantore
Edge of the Wind by James E Cherry
In the highly suspenseful Edge of the Wind, the main character, a sensitive but deeply troubled 25 year-old black man, Alexander van der Pool, is off his meds and has begun hearing voices, especially that of his alter ego, Tobi. Having been holed up in his sister's bedroom in southwest Tennessee for two months, Alex has done nothing but read and write poetry. Until one day, he is convinced writing poetry is his life's calling and sets out to visit a local community college to have his work … [Read more...] about Edge of the Wind by James E Cherry
FEATURED BOOK: Missing Pieces by Susan Clayton-Goldner
Lillianna Ferguson has spent the last twenty years pretending her father is dead. She moved to Oregon—far away from her childhood home in Delaware—changed her name from Emma to Lillianna and vowed never to go back. When her brother, Greg, phones, begging her to come home to care for their father who has been diagnosed with a dangerous, aortic aneurysm, she is adamant in her refusal. When did he ever take care of her? But Greg is equally stubborn in his arguments that she return, as the surgeon … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: Missing Pieces by Susan Clayton-Goldner
Torn Lives by Yolanda Kinlock
Torn Lives is three heart wrenching tales. In The Pillow Talk That Betrayed Her, Shaunia Blackman comes to terms with a betrayal she didn't see coming. The man she loves, Patrick O'Connor, is the man she now wants to destroy. A secret is revealed, lives are destroyed, but will time heal their wounds? If no one hears her secret, no one can reveal her secret. Will you judge Shaunia Blackman for her actions, or feel compassion for her? A Violent Turn bring to life real issues that most people do … [Read more...] about Torn Lives by Yolanda Kinlock
Lilly’s Album – based on a true story: A powerful story of love by Uri J. Nachimson
In the town of Wloszczowa on Christmas day of 1915, Lilly was born, the main character of the work of Uri Jerzy Nachimson - his aunt. In reality the characters in this book are many, because Lilly's Jewish family was numerous, whose relationships were marked by a deep affection and mutual solidarity. Not lacking in this detailed and fascinating reconstruction of a family history extended to the destiny of a community, the episodes of misunderstanding, the quarrels, the expulsions, as happens to … [Read more...] about Lilly’s Album – based on a true story: A powerful story of love by Uri J. Nachimson
Run Till It’s Over by Ricky Beck
What will it take for a twelve year old to stay alive. Marty Summers is about to find out after gets hooked up with Brock Parker a sixteen year old drug dealer. Good intentions will only take you so far and running can only last so long as Marty finds out. But he know to many names for an easy way out and the head boos is not going to make it easy. Targeted Age Group:: 18 to 35 What Inspired You to Write Your Book? The thought of how can a twelve year old deal with a bad situation with … [Read more...] about Run Till It’s Over by Ricky Beck
