Fantasies, dreams and reality swirl together in this time when humankind and our beautiful blue planet face terrible social and environmental crises. And just at this moment we see a significant movement to empower women. We are already seeing the benefits for families, communities and even nations. For this author it was a siren call to build a story where women were central to preserving the future. And so the Gaia’s Majesty Trilogy was born to explore the possibilities. What if our Earth … [Read more...] about Gaia’s Majesty-Challenge: The Chosen Rise by Roger B. Burt
Cinnamon Girl by Lawrence Kessenich
If you've ever wondered what living in the crazy late 1960s was like, Cinnamon Girl captures it vividly in a dramatic and engaging love story that involves family conflict, love, sex, drugs, and protest. It is exactly 50 years ago, 1969, the summer of Woodstock, and after nearly getting his head bashed in at a demonstration on Milwaukee’s East Side, John Meyer crashes down a hillside with fellow student Tony Russo. It looks like the beginning of a beautiful friendship, until John meets Tony’s … [Read more...] about Cinnamon Girl by Lawrence Kessenich
The Salacious Marny Ottwiler by Bridget Straub
After several years of living life in the fast lane, Marny decides to finally take control of her life. This proves easier said than done, as over the next year she rides a roller coaster of emotions and experiences, all of which she shares in hilarious detail. Follow along as she navigates fame, family, friendship, love and the writing of her next blockbuster book series. Targeted Age Group:: women of all ages What Inspired You to Write Your Book? This was my third novel and I wanted … [Read more...] about The Salacious Marny Ottwiler by Bridget Straub
Embrace the Beauty: A Collection of Poetry, Flash Fiction, and Short Stories by C S C Shows
The snippets of our lives, from childhood to old age, are a chaotic mess of puzzle pieces. Embrace the Beauty is a poignant collection of poetry, flash fiction, and short stories about putting the pieces together, stepping back, and finding the beauty through the pain and mystery of life. The poetry in this collection revolves around one woman's changing perspective and resolve to find beauty through the seasons of life, to weather the storms, to recognize the silver lining around the clouds, … [Read more...] about Embrace the Beauty: A Collection of Poetry, Flash Fiction, and Short Stories by C S C Shows
Sweet Pea Trilogy by Mary Elizabeth Fricke
To one man she gave her virginity; to another, she gave her heart. One, she would mourn. With the other, she would share life's triumph and turmoil. With both, she would endure times of love, and passion and complete happiness as well as times of despair, confusion, and sorrow. One day at a time—each day, building unforgettable memories. Sweet Pea I: The Demise of Innocence (1968-70): At seventeen Johnie is no longer a child but still full of virgin innocence—and defiance. She quickly learns … [Read more...] about Sweet Pea Trilogy by Mary Elizabeth Fricke
A Forged Affair by MaryAnn Clarke
New from MaryAnn Clarke Scott, Award-winning author of The Art of Enchantment. She welcomes any risk, as long as it doesn’t involve her own carefully guarded heart. Adrenaline junkie, Niki Ballantyne is a risk-taker at work and at play. Haunted by guilt over her brother’s tragic death, she’s devoted to saving others in trouble. While on an adventure holiday in the south of France, she meets handsome and charming traveller Luc and his shy friend, the gentle giant Didier. Helping the bullied … [Read more...] about A Forged Affair by MaryAnn Clarke
First Impressions by Kirstin Odegaard
On Libby Bennet’s To Do list: - Put that conceited jerk Will Fitz in his place. He bet Libby $50 that she couldn’t find a date to prom. Maybe Libby wasn’t so interested in prom before, but now, it’s on. - Help her heartbroken sister, Jane. Teo’s been in love with her for years, and now, when Jane’s finally interested, he blows her off. What is wrong with that boy? - Figure out what to do about Jeremiah, the new guy in school that her mother invited to LIVE WITH THEM. Every day he’s the star … [Read more...] about First Impressions by Kirstin Odegaard
Guardian of the Gifts by Joan Raymond
Suffering from severe panic anxiety, Alli struggles with daily life. She even quits her job because she can no longer drive to work. When her roommate Cheryl invites her to a storage auction, Alli reluctantly agrees to go along. At the auction, Alli wins a bid and becomes the owner of a dusty, old box containing outdated, yet intriguing items. Soon after, she receives threatening phone calls from Ronald, the callous manager of the storage facility, insisting she brings back the items. The more … [Read more...] about Guardian of the Gifts by Joan Raymond
The Defiant Duchess by Kari August
When King Richard III must contend with his unruly sister Margaret, he can only groan for she is clever, opinionated, and willful. She has always preferred explanations and reasoning to merely obeying commands. But Margaret, now the Duchess of Burgundy, has an important quest. She has recently found that her acts of charity and good intentions have not received the recognition they deserve, and she is determined to reshape her legacy. If along the way, she can experience some genuine … [Read more...] about The Defiant Duchess by Kari August
FEATURED BOOK: Jerusalem Stone by Susan Sofayov
On September 15, 2008, Julie Wasserman’s life collapsed. In the morning, she lost her job at Lehman Brothers. That afternoon, she lost her twin brother, Jack, in a car crash. A year and a half later, she returns home to Pittsburgh to start a new job and live up to a pledge to visit her brother’s grave every day. With six weeks to wait before the start of the new job, she steps out of character and purchases a plane ticket to Thailand, the one place her brother dreamed of visiting. She arrives in … [Read more...] about FEATURED BOOK: Jerusalem Stone by Susan Sofayov
