The Bow of Destiny by Paul Smith Loss and uncertainty taunt Athson with haunting visions and whispers. Orphaned at an early age, he grapples with hallucinations, including the presence of a faithful dog that exists solely in his mind. But these unsettling reminders of his past have returned with a dream. Bound by a promise to his dead father, Athson desires a peaceful life rather than a legendary bow prophesied to defeat a dragon. Yet, his reluctance only deepens his peril, as the menacing … [Read more...] about The Bow of Destiny by Paul Smith
Callus & Crow by DB Rook
Callus & Crow by DB Rook Can a path of blood lead to redemption? Is redemption enough to amend a wayward world? Morality and reality have shifted from their natural axis. Technology and ideology derive from the remnants of a world long dead and segregated by the monsters that now rule the seas. Crow, a young ranch hand, is swept into an odyssey of redemption and revenge as he strives to hold back the ravages of fate and the urges born of a curse shared with his new mentor. Callus, an … [Read more...] about Callus & Crow by DB Rook
Shattered Windows by Deborah L. Fruchey
Shattered Windows by Deborah L. Fruchey “Care for a tour through the landscapes of a woman's heart? Here's your ride. “Deborah Fruchey's Shattered Windows presents us with a chorus of women's voices: some hers, some imagined, some in-between. These short pieces are a trek through many hearts, each unique and somehow so familiar. One page captures keenly drawn despair...while the next is charged with hope...Then we turn the page for more. Fruchey observes each without judgment and with … [Read more...] about Shattered Windows by Deborah L. Fruchey
Urban Marriage 18: Atlanta Girl’s Novel About Dad’s Affair by Tulipe Pascere
Urban Marriage 18: Atlanta Girl's Novel About Dad's Affair by Tulipe Pascere KINDLE FICTION: Contemporary Christian Women SERIES Book 18: a single Black Christian woman drafts a novel about her dad's affair in her journey to forgiveness / 159 pp … [Read more...] about Urban Marriage 18: Atlanta Girl’s Novel About Dad’s Affair by Tulipe Pascere
The Secret of God’s Banker by Alex F Chavez
The Secret of God's Banker by Alex F Chavez Detective Angelo Marquez, of the Chicago PD, arrives at The Cathedral of Saint Thomas Aquinas where he has tracked Father Francesco, a prime suspect in the theft of an ancient relic stolen from the Vatican Private Archives. Concurrently, Detective Ann Polities of DuPage County’s M.E.R.I.T. arrives as the hostage negotiator that Father Francesco demanded to have on-scene, lest he detonate an incendiary and bring down the cathedral, killing everyone … [Read more...] about The Secret of God’s Banker by Alex F Chavez
At All Costs by Geoffrey Robinson
At All Costs by Geoffrey Robinson A steamy South American thriller, At All Costs is a fast-paced read with conspiracies and betrayal aplenty. Kelly is an investigative reporter in search of a scoop. Danny is searching for actionable intelligence for his shadowy superiors. Their missions inevitably tangle in a chaotic mess of smuggling, murder, and international manipulation. The plot moves quickly, and the complex villains help the story stand out from other international thrillers. Having … [Read more...] about At All Costs by Geoffrey Robinson
Shelter of the Monument: A Provincetown Love Story by Yvonne deSousa
Shelter of the Monument: A Provincetown Love Story by Yvonne deSousa Sometimes the wrong person says the right thing, and it makes all the difference. In this coming-of-age memoir we meet Richard, a handsome, charming, mischievous, great guy with a fondness for the 1980s party drug of choice, cocaine. Yvonne is 11 years younger, awkward, terrified of her own shadow and even more frightened by the idea of disappointing anyone in her life. Their attraction makes no sense. … [Read more...] about Shelter of the Monument: A Provincetown Love Story by Yvonne deSousa
Class-A Threat by Dan Sugralinov
Class-A Threat by Dan Sugralinov In a world of twenty billion, a third are non-citizens, barred from society's privileges. Teens must play “Disgardium” for life skills. Alex Shepard, in-game as Scyth, disengages after a setup blunder but must return to earn for education. Misfortunate events rank him as a low-level "Threat". But, when cursed by one game character and recognized by another, Alex gains a unique ability. Guided to a Sleeping God, he's tasked with a monumental mission, amplifying … [Read more...] about Class-A Threat by Dan Sugralinov
The Epsilon Account by Joni Parker
The Epsilon Account by Joni Parker Thousands of years ago, Eledon was created for the Elves by their Mentors when they were forced to leave Earth. At least, that’s how the legend goes. In return, the Elves must pay them a tribute in gold, known as the Golden Harvest, every four thousand years. The Elfin Council of Elders appoints Lady Alexin (Alex) Dumwalt, the Keeper of the Keys, to manage the next payment, due 244 years from now. That is, until the Mentors show up unexpectedly and demand … [Read more...] about The Epsilon Account by Joni Parker
Third Wheel by Richard R. Becker
Third Wheel by Richard R. Becker Third Wheel is an exhilarating coming-of-age thriller about belonging, betrayal, and breaking away. It is the story of a boy trying to find his identity without the benefit of clear role models. He takes chances on random and fragile relationships forged in the pre-boom hours of Las Vegas, 1982. Brady Wilks is remarkable as a transformative protagonist. He must make tough decisions as his friends try to navigate a dangerous path selling cartel-supplied … [Read more...] about Third Wheel by Richard R. Becker
Rise of Dresca by Tim McKay
Rise of Dresca by Tim McKay What evil intended to harm you... ... can become something far more terrible. Enter a world of fantasy where evil parasitizes the meek and arrogant alike. Where limitless power and knowledge can be yours for a price, not of your soul, but of your mind, your will, and your resolve to be free. In the land of Naevoroth, a new power is rising. And it's yours for the taking. … [Read more...] about Rise of Dresca by Tim McKay
Smuggler’s Valor by T.D. Wilson
Smuggler's Valor by T.D. Wilson Smuggling precious cargo to a remote colony was supposed to be easy. I was dead wrong. Awarded Silver Honorable Mention in the recent first quarter Volume 40 of L. Ron Hubbard's Writers of the Future contest. Smuggling is a dangerous business and Reese Daniels has the score of a lifetime within his grasp; however, getting shot down on one of Uranus' moons wasn't in his plan. Stranded and on the run in the middle of an alien invasion, Reese must work with a … [Read more...] about Smuggler’s Valor by T.D. Wilson