Today's Featured Books— Book of the Day

In 2016, a group of New York City Girl Scouts discovered there were no statues of women in Central Park and set out to change that. Through fundraising, advocacy, and persistence, they spent four years raising awareness and convincing city officials to erect the park’s first monument honoring women. This inspiring true story showcases the power of determination, teamwork, and young voices making a lasting impact. From $9.99 - SHOP NOW / 

"A fun and entertaining fantasy." ~Kirkus Reviews. How far would you go to free the love of your life from prison? In a post-Ragnarok world, magic and mayhem collide with mystery and humor as Rory proposes to Ingefær—only for the Shrine to erupt in flames. With Ingefær jailed and facing execution, Rory races to uncover the truth while dodging relentless soldiers, and Ingefær plots to break through the jail's magic wards. Can they solve the Shrine fire mystery before the law tears them apart forever? $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Susan Kingsley, a historical acquisitions assistant with dreams of making her mark at the Smithsonian, discovers letters from 1870 that hint at a hidden mine linked to a wagon train bound for the Mormon lands. While she tracks the letters’ new owner across the West, her ex-husband, FBI agent Andrew Harrison, shadows her every move. As Susan grows bolder in her quest, Andrew’s obsession descends into deceit, setting the stage for a high-stakes showdown over long-buried secrets. Kirkus Star Award Winner. 4.1 stars, 34 ratings. From $1.99 - SHOP NOW / 

Humanity is locked in a brutal war with an alien race, but for Ranger Tomi Ryan, her secret pregnancy poses a personal battle of its own. While leading a daring mission to infiltrate a pirate stronghold, Tomi and her team uncover a betrayal that threatens the Federation's survival. As they face deadly enemies and the looming Brood War, Tomi must rely on her training and resilience to protect her comrades—and the future growing within her. 4.6 stars, 22 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Imagine having a hidden ability encoded in your DNA, just waiting to be unlocked. Fast forward three hundred years, and scientists have discovered how to unleash these latent powers within us. Such a profound transformation would undoubtedly usher in a new era of extraordinary capabilities and unprecedented advancements. The world as we know it would be forever changed, with individuals harnessing their newfound strengths to reshape society and redefine what it means to be human. From $1.99 - SHOP NOW / 

The chill of my own grave clings to me as I awaken, suspended in a liminal space between life and death, my past a fragmented mystery. A cryptic raven and an enigmatic angel guide me through perilous dreams, but their secrets cast shadows of doubt over my path. With malevolent darkness closing in, I must descend deeper into the labyrinth of my soul to reclaim my life and unlock the dormant magic within. But as the lines between reality and illusion blur, one haunting question remains: is it already too late, or am I merely dreaming the endless night of the dead? From $0.99 - SHOP NOW / 

William Tell may be a legend, but the real men and women who inspired his story lived extraordinary lives. At the end of the 13th century, hundreds of orphans and second sons from Alpine villages are sold to the Hospitaller Knights of St. John and trained to fight in foreign lands for causes they barely understand. Among them is Thomas Schwyzer, who returns home years later, a former war galley captain turned humble ferryman. Meanwhile, Seraina, a young healer and the last druid priestess of the Helvetii Celts, must use her gifts to protect her people as Duke Leopold of Habsburg tightens his grip on their homeland.  ALTDORF begins the epic Forest Knights series, weaving history, legend, and rebellion into an unforgettable tale. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

In the fog-drenched streets of 1901 San Francisco, journalist Ben Hirsch and his florist partner Billy McGee are drawn into a dangerous web of betrayal and ambition when a famed opera singer is murdered mid-performance. As they unravel deadly secrets hidden among the city’s elite, their investigation takes them from gilded opera houses to perilous back alleys. From $3.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Roza Hamer wanted to be the best nurse possible. When her brother fled Poland because of the rise in anti-Semitism, Roza remained as a nurse in a general hospital in Poland. When the Germans later invaded Poland, Roza escaped to Russia and was conscripted into the Russian army. There she faced disease, hunger, and sometimes death. This memoir follows Roza's amazing journey through five countries. From $5.16. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

The Children of Earthrise series includes six novels...2,000 pages of epic science fiction! "We hide in shadows. Our planet is lost. We are the last humans, and we must go home." This is a story of exodus...of humanity lost among the stars...of one man rising to lead our people home. In 2016, the Earthrise series became a surprise bestseller with hundreds of thousands of readers around the world. Set two thousand years later, Children of Earthrise begins a new story, one for new readers and old fans alike. 4.4 stars, 600+ ratings. From $0.99 SHOP NOW / 

Surrounded by holiday cheer that feels painfully out of reach, Luciana hides her heartache behind a flawless façade until a chance encounter with family friend Oliver Amador changes everything. Both yearning to escape their pasts, they strike a one-night deal to create the perfect Noche Buena together. As their connection deepens through shared stories, slow dancing, and steamy kisses, they must decide if they have the courage to embrace a new beginning or let their pasts overshadow the magic of the moment. 4.7 stars, 10 ratings. From $4.99 - SHOP NOW / 

Accessible only by boat, Carpenter’s Island is a serene escape in Maine. For Sean Colbeth, preparing for his new role with the Maine State Police, housesitting on the island seems like the perfect way to regroup—until he crosses paths with Dr. Suzanne Kellerman and a murder disrupts the island’s tranquility. What begins as an outbreak of food poisoning at a wedding quickly reveals darker intentions. With the killer stranded on the island, Sean races to uncover long-buried secrets that threaten the fragile peace of this idyllic retreat. From $3.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Retirement in the South of France isn’t the dream Mavis and Jeff imagined—after fifty years of marriage, they only agree it’s too late to change. But when the charming Rémy enlists their expat club to oversee clinical trials for a revolutionary happiness drug, their lives take an unexpected turn. As Rémy grapples with a covert scheme to monetize happiness and his own loyalty to the World Happiness Organisation, Mavis and Jeff discover it might never be too late for a fresh start. From $2.99 - SHOP NOW / 

In the 22nd century, the Corporate Wars rage across the Solar System, but elite commando Alex 9’s latest mission takes an unexpected turn when her ship malfunctions, landing her on a planet resembling medieval Earth. As knights and empires battle for survival, Alex’s arrival threatens to change the course of their world. Armed with the legendary Sword of the Dragon and tied to an ancient prophecy, Alex must navigate this war-torn land and forge a new destiny. Book 1 in the Alex 9 Saga. 4.3 stars, 77 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

When a giant red-and-white striped straw appears in the Atlantic and sucks up his dad’s battleship, twelve-year-old Jim Moss sets out to save his father. With the help of his eccentric inventor uncle, a crew of fishermen-turned-pirates, and some stranded alien castaways, Jim’s adventure takes him from Portsmouth, England, across the ocean, and into the edge of space. "Ideal for teenagers aged 13-17." ~Literary Titan (Gold Award Winner). 5.0 stars, 29 ratings. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW /