Humans by Brandon Stanton is a poignant, often challenging exploration of the shared experiences that bind us all, as seen through the lens of his *Humans of New York* project, which he now takes global. Inspired by Edward Steichen’s *The Family of Man* exhibition in 1955, Stanton’s aim is to emphasize the universal aspects of […]
BIOGRAPHY & MEMOIR
Freedom by Angela Merkel, with Beate Baumann, offers a rigorous and reflective account of one of the most significant political careers of the 21st century. The memoir spans over 700 pages, chronicling Merkel’s remarkable journey from a quantum chemist in East Germany to the first female chancellor of Germany, a role she held from 2005 […]
Resilience Through Grief: Beyond Layoffs to Redefined Success by Joseph Zambrano offers a powerful guide to navigating job loss, personal transformation, and leadership in times of crisis. Drawing on his own experiences in the healthcare industry and the challenges of the global pandemic, Zambrano shares lessons on resilience, self-discovery, and the importance of empathy in […]
THRILLER & SUSPENSE
The Dark Creator is a slow-burn science fiction horror that delves deep into the consequences of playing God. It raises a haunting question: just because you can, should you? The story starts off with a sense of uncertainty, leaving readers with more questions than answers. But as it unfolds, the answers come thick and fast, […]
Moscow Nights Return is a heart-pounding spy thriller that will keep you turning the pages late into the night. The story follows Elda Ainsworth, a seasoned spy from the Cold War, who’s been called back into action to rescue an old friend, Korinna Federov, from Moscow. But things are far from simple. Korinna doesn’t trust […]
“Strangest Fiction Anthology – Volume 2” delivers a spine-tingling collection of short stories that will haunt readers long after they’ve finished. This anthology pulls you into a world of psychological horror, supernatural terror, and unsettling thrills, keeping the eerie vibes alive well past the spooky season. The stories range from chilling to bizarre, starting with […]
TEENS & YOUNG ADULT
We Did Nothing Wrong by Hannah Jayne is a gripping, suspenseful thriller that explores the complexities of friendship, trust, and the dark secrets that can lie beneath the surface. Lifelong best friends Lia and Diana have always been considered the “good girls” of their small town. Lia is a straight-A student, a talented bassist in […]
In You’re Dead to Me by Amy Christine Parker, Ruby, a high school senior on scholarship at Oleander Bay Academy, spends her days working at her family’s animal park and running a secret TikTok account, @reputationkiller, where she exposes the secrets of the town’s elite—especially the Bling Brigade, a group of privileged students who rule […]
A chilling YA horror that blends ghostly hauntings with complex characters’ struggles. In False Haven, seventeen-year-old Vivienne Barston is given a court-mandated chance to clear her record by working with a trail conservation crew in Hard Luck, Oregon. Haunted by the recent death of her mother and her strained relationship with her grieving father, Viv […]
SCIENCE FICTION & FANTASY
Robot Detective by Shawn Goodman blends tight, suspenseful detective fiction with a thought-provoking exploration of humanity through a sci-fi lens. Detective Nick Schneider, the only synthetic human in the New DC Police Department, faces prejudice and disdain from his colleagues, especially his new partner, Franco, a tough ex-powerlifter. When the pair is assigned to investigate […]
On the Calculation of Volume Book II by Solvej Balle, continues the introspective journey of Tara Selter, a woman trapped in an endless loop of November 18th. While the first book focused on Tara’s efforts to unravel the mystery of her temporal stasis, the second delves deeper into her emotional and intellectual response to this […]
What price do we pay for the convenience of a connected world? Henry Neilsen’s Sunward Sky is a fast-paced, action-packed science fiction thriller set in a future where space travel is a last resort for the desperate and downtrodden. In this dystopian world, humanity’s dream of space exploration has been abandoned, with the poor and […]
ROMANCE
Whenever You’re Ready by Rachel Runya Katz is a heartfelt romance interwoven with themes of history, trauma, loss, and identity. The story follows Nia and Jade, once childhood best friends who drifted apart after a falling out. Reunited by a request from their late mutual friend Michal, the two set out on an emotional road […]
A captivating queer fantasy romance filled with Regency charm and magical intrigue. Once more, fairy trouble finds its way into Regency England. The Caesar family, balancing on a fine social line in 1815 London, is welcome at many gatherings thanks to Lady Mary, the daughter of an earl. Yet, they’re also kept at a polite […]
In this ghostly tale, an eerie presence takes center stage over a lackluster romance. Cassie Rutherford, unable to afford housing in Orlando, relocates to Boneyard Key, a small, coastal Florida town renowned as one of America’s most haunted places. Following a deadly hurricane in 1897, survivors claimed they could communicate with the spirits of those […]
CHILDREN’S BOOK
It Belongs to the World: Frederick Banting and the Discovery of InsulinBy Lisa Katzenberger; illustrated by Miss Diabetes A warm yet somewhat scattered narrative on the groundbreaking journey of Frederick Banting’s discovery of insulin—a treatment that changed the lives of many with a severe autoimmune disorder. The book recounts Banting’s commitment and determination, highlighting his […]
In Pig Town Party by Lian Cho, a young girl receives an intriguing invitation that reads, “Dear Cutie: You are invited to the annual Pig Town Party.” The girl, tan-skinned with black pigtails and an expressive face, is curious—especially since she has no idea where Pig Town is! She asks a pig mail carrier for […]
So Many Ways to Be a Bird by Constance Anderson, illustrated by the author, is an engaging and informative exploration of bird diversity. This charming book highlights key adaptations that set different bird species apart, such as size, feet, flight, nests, eggs, hatchlings, beaks, and vocalizations, each presented over a spread or two. The final […]