Today's Featured Books— Book of the Day

Hole in My Heart by Lorraine Dusky

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A memoir about love and loss in the fault lines of adoption. "This book will change the way people think about adoption." -Florence Fisher, Founder of ALMA. It is 1965, pre Roe v. Wade. Lorraine Dusky has worked her way through college and landed her dream job on the city desk of a major newspaper. Then an unplanned pregnancy changes the direction of her life. "No woman should be forced, through shame or circumstance, to relinquish her child because of social pressures." -Pamela M. Salela, Prof., Univ. of Illinois. "A tour de force full of insight and inspiration." -Richard Uhrlaub, Pres., ASRC. From $6.99 SHOP NOW


Ellie's Redemption by Molly Jebber

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In this historical Amish romance, a local bakery offers tempting aromas—and second chances for those who seek a life of faith and lasting love. Ellie returns to her Amish life seeking forgiveness from her Amish friends and family. Not everyone is welcoming, especially when someone from her past visits. Amish men shy away, until Caleb. Will he listen to the naysayers, or give her a chance? Book 2 in The Amish Charm Bakery series. 4.6 stars, 250+ ratings. From $5.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW


Everlasting Quarantine by Saman Adhami

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Things can always get worse... Italy. A viral mutation that defies all human logic has hit a world already shaken to its core by years of pandemic. Governments' instructions have been reduced to a single commandment: "Stay indoors!" Paul finds himself trapped at his high-school reunion, which coincides with a sumptuous party that was supposed to jumpstart normality across the entire continent. His former classmates are there...people in their thirties whom he barely recognizes and cannot decipher: they're all caught in an Everlasting Quarantine. From $0.99 SHOP NOW


The Unification of Paikmeriz by Bryan Caimi

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In the six kingdoms of Paikmeriz, the elves and humans hold on to a fragile peace. Distrust, a hunger for power, and a burning desire for revenge now threaten a return to war. As an ancient and powerful evil rises over the land, only a troubled sword master may be able to prevent the bloodshed. Book 1 in the A Reign of Darkness epic fantasy series. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /  


Ekstasis - The Return of the Sovereign Heart by M. I. Dugast

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“Dugast has woven a magical story that will leave readers stunned and catch their breath.” -Literary Titan. Together, they are the keys to mankind’s original blueprint. Apart, they must communicate through the pages of time. Can their spirits rejoin the physical realm and save humanity from oblivion? "A surprising new take on the Adam and Eve concept which is really, really deep. Recommended." -Readers Favorites. Watch a trailer for the book here. 4.6 stars. From $0.99 SHOP NOW

 


FREE - Lady Apprentice by Toni Cabell

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"A captivating fantasy adventure with a relatable female protagonist. Highly recommended!” -The Wishing Shelf. A scrap of prophecy, an old sword, and a girl who can’t do anything right... Linden is the worst mage apprentice in her school—maybe in the whole country. Yet all the prophecies predict she’s the girl with the answers. But if Linden can’t master a basic shape-shifting spell without starting a fire, how can she take on the darkest sorcerer in generations? 2021 B.R.A.G. Medallion Honoree and Finalist in The 2022 Wishing Shelf Book Awards. 4.3 stars, 350+ ratings. Book 1 in the Serving Magic Series. FREE - SHOP NOW


Fight Disease with a Powerful, Natural Seed by Terry Lemerond and Dr. Ajay Goel

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Are you ready to fight and prevent disease with a powerful, natural seed? Now you have the scientifically validated details for creating a long, healthy life with French grape seed extract and its powerful and safe components. Exciting new research shows how this amazing botanical attacks cancer in a variety of ways like no other known treatment—natural or pharmaceutical. French grape seed extract is also your answer to heart disease, diabetes, obesity, Alzheimer’s disease, and more. Free via KU. From $0.99 SHOP NOW


Fan Mail by Joseph Lewis

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A multi-layered coming-of-age story about a family of adopted brothers, embedded in a gripping thriller that will keep the reader guessing who is behind the letters and the car bomb and fearing one or more of the boys may die before the culprit is found. "An emotionally explosive and life-affirming coming of age story..." -BestThrillers.com. 2023 Literary Titan Silver Book Award Winner. Free via KU. From $6.99 SHOP NOW


Pearl Fields and the Oregon Meltdown by Drew Faraday

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“A unique and immersive vision of survival.” -Lee Hall. Pearl’s luck as a river merchant went from bad to worse. Bounty hunters tracked her down. Jailers locked her away in a tiny cell. A military court found her guilty of gunrunning. Now she faces her toughest challenge yet—talking her way out of being the next death row inmate hauled out to gallows. “Well-written, gripping, and totally believable. Human nature at its best—and worst.” -Thomas Greenback. From $0.99 SHOP NOW


The Lives of Diamond Bessie by Jody Hadlock

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Diamonds aren’t always a girl’s best friend… Sixteen-year-old Annie Moore is forced into prostitution to survive and becomes a much-sought-after demi-mondaine. When she suffers the ultimate betrayal by the man that she hoped would be her savior, she doesn’t let her story end there. Inspired by true events, The Lives of Diamond Bessie is a haunting tale of betrayal and redemption that explores whether seeking revenge is worth the price you might pay. From $0.99 SHOP NOW


Bright Expanse by Daniel Zeigler

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Are we alone in the universe? Everyone wants to know—until truth is staring them in the face. The ExPAnSE Project will answer huge questions. Are there millions of inhabited planets? Or is Earth terrifyingly alone? Nat Kurt has it all: brilliant career, gifted wife, charismatic personality. As head of ExPAnSE, he has celebrity status. But as he nears his goal, Nat’s life begins to implode. Will he choose to betray the truth or love it? Answers to big questions come at a price. Some cost everything. From $0.99 SHOP NOW


Emerging From the Dark by Terence Ang

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"Phenomenal read, continuing work of bringing stroke awareness into the light!" -Jill R., Amazon Review. These are the stories of stroke survivors, told through the narratives and perspectives of the patients and those surrounding them. It is a raw and beautifully illustrated account of the impact and struggle of stroke recovery—perfect for victims of stroke, as well as for their friends, family, and caregivers. "Courageous and uplifting." -Vine Voice Review. 4.9 stars, 17 ratings. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW


Playing Horseshoes With Aliens by John Parker

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Laugh at the cosmos when UFO chaser Dale, along with his two friends, get pulled into a strange horseshoe contest hosted by a gnome-shaped, banjo-playing alien! It gets crazy when they fight off thugs who want the same mysterious horseshoes. This could result in an invasion of alien laughter. This is not a government cover-up. From $0.99 SHOP NOW /  


My Sister Wants an Elephant by Lynne Podrat

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Randy’s sister wants a WHAT?!? And his Mom isn’t flat-out saying no?! My Sister Wants an Elephant is the true story of two siblings who team up to convince their mother to let them own a couple of wild animals as pets and a mother who just might be persuaded. Full of humor and fun, this book is a good lesson in not giving up on your dreams, no matter how truly wild they may be! From $7.99 SHOP NOW


FREE - Sundered Sky by Ariele Sieling

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Quin Black spends most of his time on the Outer Rim of Ziri. His role in the military is to step through Doors—portals leading to locations all over the universe—for a variety of reasons ranging from diplomatic work, to rescue missions, to trade, and more. But after he is called back home unexpectedly for undisclosed reasons, he is shocked to find out that it has nothing to do with his job. His father has disappeared. And behind him, he’s left something strange and potentially deadly: a brand-new type of Door, never before seen. This portal fiction novel is the first in the Zirian Chronicles series. FREE - SHOP NOW


All Signs Lead To Lucy by Julieann Dove

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Lucy cannot fall in love with her best friend's fiancé. She must ignore all the signs leading him to her. Avoid his invitation to play "pretend" while they are on a week long trip without their significant others. And when the week is up, if they act on their feelings, a marriage, a wedding, and a lifelong friendship may all be lost. "If you love second chance romances, you will enjoy this book." -Vine Voice Review. From $5.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW


Set The Night On Fire by Libby Fischer Hellmann

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“A tremendous book—sweeping but intimate, elegiac but urgent, subtle but intense." -Lee Child, author of the Jack Reacher series. A woman discovers her parents were not the people she thought. And why is someone trying to kill her? Set The Night on Fire travels back to the late Sixties to answer those questions. Part thriller, part historical novel, and part love story, Fire paints an unforgettable portrait of a group of young idealists who tried to change the world. “A top-rate thriller that taps into the 1960s… Hellman’s insightful, politically charged whodunit explores a fascinating period in American history.” -Publishers Weekly. From $0.99 SHOP NOW


Instrument of the Devil by Debbie Burke

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Dial T for Terrorist. Kahlil Sharivar can destroy the electrical grid with only a few keystrokes on a smartphone. His target: Montana’s Hungry Horse Dam. Who will be blamed? Tawny Lindholm. Once he places the incriminating device in Tawny’s hands, her life spins out of control. Soon the feds are chasing her, and her family is in peril. Can Tawny turn the instrument back on the devil who set her up? Book 1 in the Tawny Lindholm Thriller series. Winner of Zebulon Award and Kindle Scout competition. 4.5 stars, 142 ratings. From $0.99 SHOP NOW


The Last Lumenian by S.G. Blaise

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"Terrifically entertaining, complex, and original." -Kirkus Reviews. Lilla is not-your-average princess and a rebel-in-disguise, fighting for the refugee's freedom. Arrival of the mysterious and ruggedly-handsome Callum brings news of a bigger battle that threatens not only Lilla's home world but everyone else's in the Seven Galaxies. Lilla must learn to control her magic and defeat the dark god before He finds her. Winner of multiple awards, including from the New York, San Francisco, and New England Book Festivals. 4.3 stars, 4000+ ratings on Goodreads. From $0.99 SHOP NOW


First Course: A Novel by Jenn Bouchard

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Escape to coastal Maine for second chances, romance, and great food! "The food and the characters are equally scrumptious in First Course—a delicious debut from Jenn Bouchard." –Emily Belden, author of Hot Mess and Husband Material. Recognized by the Hoffer Awards, Book Excellence Awards, NYC Big Book Awards, Paris Book Festival, American Fiction Awards, and San Francisco Book Festival. “I loved this story of reinvention and finding love when you least expect it. With charming characters and a setting that will have you rushing to book a trip to the Maine coast, First Course is the perfect book to tuck into your beach bag this summer.” –Kristin Contino, author of A House Full of Windsor. 4.26 stars, 129 ratings on Goodreads. From $3.99 SHOP NOW


Eden Falls by Arthur Quinn

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Breaking the rules is required when it will save humanity’s last safe harbor. Ripped from his home and loaded onto a waiting spacecraft, Nathan Hurst and hundreds of others are ferried to a distant asteroid, Ixion. Those left behind are doomed to extinction, trapped on an Earth soon to be destroyed. Not everyone believes Earth has perished. Conspiracy theories blossom, and someone begins to sabotage the asteroid’s infrastructure. If Nathan doesn't untangle the truth from the lies, there won't be anywhere left to go. From $3.99 SHOP NOW


Joyous Leadership by John Mark Watson

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In Joyous Leadership: Stories of Learnings Along the Way, Mark Watson makes the case through pivotal personal stories that joyous leadership is not about short-term profit or prestige. It is a long-term endeavor to enrich our lives and strengthen our communities. Joyous Leadership shows that we all have plain or sometimes ugly personal stories that, like a prism examined in the light, transform into something that may surprise ourselves and inspire others. "A must-read for any aspiring leader." ~Lee C. Banks, Vice Chairman & President, Parker Hannifin Corporation. 5 stars, 55 ratings. From $6.49 SHOP NOW


Bigger Better Braver by Nancy Pickard

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"A self-help companion designed to unearth hope and help it to grow." ~Foreword Reviews. Bigger Better Braver: Conquer Your Fears, Embrace Your Courage, and Transform Your Life is a proven, step-by-step guide for uncovering and putting into action the vision we each have in our hearts to live the life we are meant to lead. Provided with clarity and enhanced with inspirational client and personal stories, Pickard shares tools to identify, face, and overcome beliefs from childhood that hold us back, leave our comfort zones, cultivate fear as a driving force for change, and discover courage to take bold steps into the future. 4.7 stars, 54 ratings. From $7.99 SHOP NOW


Welcome to the Zipper Club by Bruce Ballister

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Are you or a loved one facing cardiac surgery? There’s nothing more frightening than when your heart isn’t functioning the way it’s supposed to—except possibly when the heart of someone you love is in trouble. It's natural to want information before surgery, but much of what is on medical websites is incomprehensible jargon. Whether you’re preparing for heart surgery yourself or you’ll be supporting someone else, Welcome to the Zipper Club: Surviving Heart Surgery and Beyond will explain what to expect and how to survive beyond the surgery, and much more. 4.5 stars, 33 ratings. From $4.99 SHOP NOW