Katherine Pearson is happy with her life. She has a successful, doting father, a rewarding job and is soon to be married to a man who adores her. When she is kidnapped by an Irish terrorist, her world is destroyed. Years later, she still suffers from disturbing flashbacks and an inability to form new relationships. When she meets the enigmatic American, Michael Hunter, she believes she may have finally found love again. However, can you ever really know what is beneath the surface? Her new found … [Read more...] about Behind the Facade by Rebecca Heap
Interview with Author – Lucinda E Clarke
About Lucinda E Clarke: I've been a professional writer for over 30 years, scripting for both radio and television and had numerous articles published in several national magazines. I've also written mayoral speeches and advertisements and currently write a monthly column in a local publication here in Spain. I had my own newspaper column once, until the newspaper closed down, but it wasn't my fault honestly. I was lucky enough to win over 20 awards for scripting, directing, concept and … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Lucinda E Clarke
Interview with Author – Rachel Cotterill
About Rachel Cotterill: Rachel Cotterill grew up hiding from the real world in a succession of imaginary lands, and has no particular wish to return to Earth. She likes fast-paced plots, greyscale morality, and characters who remain believable when they find themselves in situations that are anything but. She’s always searching for her next favourite author, and is half of the feminist SFF book blog Strange Charm, which exists to showcase the best in speculative fiction by female … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Rachel Cotterill
The Zarion-Saving Mankind by J.E. Grace
Davis Summerfield thought he was retired and living the good life; that was before he had to accept an offer he wasn’t at liberty to refuse. Interplay, a secret government agency wants him to head up their space exploration/research department, but he soon learns there is an infiltrator from within. Along with his staff, he discovers the missing link in the human DNA. What seems like the answer to a lifelong mystery, only leads him to find out other shocking truths; Conspiracy, kidnapping, … [Read more...] about The Zarion-Saving Mankind by J.E. Grace
Interview with Author – Jodi Auborn
About Jodi Auborn: Like the main character in my novels "Stormwind of the North Country" and "Secrets of the North Country," I grew up in a small town in the south-eastern Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York. I graduated from Hadley-Luzerne high school in 1995, and then received a Liberal Arts degree from Adirondack Community College in 1998. Since then, I've worked at a variety of jobs: parking attendant, grocery store clerk, animal caretaker/veterinary assistant, stablehand, campground … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Jodi Auborn
Interview with Author – Javier Salazar Calle
About Javier Salazar Calle: Javier Salazar Calle was born in Madrid on July 29, 1976. He is majored in Business Administration and Computer Engineering and has always worked in the banking world. When he was younger he mostly wrote short stories, but later moved on to the world of micro-stories, several of whom , including some poems , have been published in various contests. "Ndura. Son of the forest" is his first book (voted best young adult fiction for 2014) and he has just published his … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Javier Salazar Calle
Interview with Author – Margaret Egrot
About Margaret Egrot: I live in the UK, with my husband and a boisterous cairn terrier. My son is married and lives in Thailand. I write novels, short stories and plays. Some draw on my work with offenders, victims and vulnerable children and families; some are pure escapism. I enjoy walking, playing football with the dog (he's very good despite his size) and swimming. I also go to the theatre and help out a a local community theatre. What inspires you to write? Sometimes I write because I … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Margaret Egrot
Soulbound by Christen Stovall
Living in the quaint farming village of Brittendell offered a simple life of home and family. When Aislynn, the daughter of a local farmer, and Rorin, the son of a wealthy horse trader, married, another charming love story enlivened the tranquil town. Aislynn and Rorin were profoundly connected, but their relationship came to a screeching halt when Rorin was killed in a tragic accident. Their bond sends Aislynn into a spiraling depression as she continues sensing Rorin’s presence. Soon, Aislynn … [Read more...] about Soulbound by Christen Stovall
A Zoologist’s Stumblings In Africa: How to Habituate a Bonobo by John Matthew Stritch
“Staring back at me from the darkness was the dappled head of a leopard.” Enter Lui-Kotale in the Democratic Republic of Congo and meet some amazing primates, the bonobos. Get to know the least know great apes at a personal level as well as many other species and people. From bonobos in the day to leopards in the night being a bonobo habituator is far from dull. During nine months following a wild group of bonobo, meat eating, wading and urinating on researchers, were some of the many … [Read more...] about A Zoologist’s Stumblings In Africa: How to Habituate a Bonobo by John Matthew Stritch
The King of Average by Gary Schwartz
James is convinced by his cruel and unhappy mother he is worthless and unlovable. So, armed with a report card that boasts a C average, he sets out to prove he is worthy of her love by becoming the most average kid in the entire world. This idea magically transports him into the Realm of Possibilities, where he meets Mayor Culpa, an actual Scapegoat, Monsieur Roget, a professional Optimist and his grouchy companion, Kiljoy, an equally professional Pessimist. Together with his new friends, … [Read more...] about The King of Average by Gary Schwartz
CSS Appomattox by Chris Stoesen
In October 1862, the Confederacy is recognized by both France and Great Britain. Lincoln opens peace negotiations that effectively ended the American Civil War. Decades later, the young Confederacy forges an alliance with Spain – a fading empire desperately clinging to its remaining Caribbean colonies. The Confederate Military assigns the young crew of the airship CSS Appomattox to assist their country’s new ally. The Appomattox is dispatched with a token Naval force to defend Puerto Rico. … [Read more...] about CSS Appomattox by Chris Stoesen
The Cracked Amulet by R B Watkinson
Wefan leaks from the world, and the blood-priests of the oppressive god Murak rise again to bring war to the lands of Dumnon. They search for those with Wealdan in their blood, for it gives them power. Power to twist, alter and control, and ultimately to gain yet more power. They practice horrifying blood-rites on both humans and creatures, they gorge on the blood of innocents, destroy farms and families, towns and cities, conquer swathes of territory and gain new followers. But not all … [Read more...] about The Cracked Amulet by R B Watkinson
