Today's Featured Books— Literary Fiction and Creative Nonfiction

Part memoir, part prescription for the overwhelmed mom, Inner Compass Mom covers the author's transformation from a disillusioned mother of four to a happier, purposeful, and joyful woman. Kloberdanz shares the combined wisdom of spiritual leaders, philosophers, scientists, and her own insights in a readable, relatable, and uplifting guide to more peace and happiness while raising a family. "A simple guide to reconnect with your inner self to find a sense of true well being.” ~Patty Berry, Registered Dietitian, mother of three. 5 stars, 26 ratings. From $6.99 SHOP NOW / 

A True Story of Refugee Twin Sisters and Their Triumph Over War, Poverty, and Heartbreak. An inspiring memoir about the Zalli twin sisters and their parents, forced by war to flee their home and rebuild their lives in a new, uncertain land. Their powerful story shines a light on the refugee crisis and on the unwavering determination of those who must start over in the face of immense adversity. “Readers will be fascinated.” -Kirkus Reviews. From $0.99 SHOP NOW / 

Pentimento Memories of Mom and Me. "An emotionally powerful memoir that spans nearly a century and several continents. You come away from this book with gratitude to the author for having written it and respect for a life well lived." Robert Whiting, author. Norris’s remarkable story is a tale of love and family that interweaves his life with that of his equally remarkable mother. "A true joy to read." -Manhattan Book Review. “Divulges generational stories worth hearing about and world views worth considering." -The Bookmonger. From $2.99 SHOP NOW / 

A literary crime novel about found family and compulsion through the eyes of triathletes, Mason Boyles’ Bark On never fails to surprise with innovative diction, original voices, and a thrilling narrative. "A novel squarely and worthily in the tradition of such high-style masters of Southern vernacular as Barry Hannah and Cormac McCarthy. An outstanding and even breathtaking debut." -Mark Winegardner, The Godfather's Return. From $19.99 SHOP NOW / 

A lost soul. A mysterious companion. The path to recovery begins in unlikely places. Homeless hitchhiker Cindy has nothing but stories and heartache. Though she’s escaped the cruel abuse of her past, fear drives her to wander the open road alone. On the verge of ending it all, she accepts a lift from a stranger in a red sports car that could bring salvation…or a fast ride into madness. Book 1 in the Broken Road series. 4.1 stars, 25 ratings. From $0.99 SHOP NOW / 

Do we control our devices, or do they control us? The stories in Our Own Devices explore that very question. Remember, we invite these devices into our lives because the devices themselves tell us we need them. "...four distinct tales, each exploring a different contemporary societal trend and the technology behind it...another fine read from an important writer who just keeps getting better and better." -reader review. From $0.99 SHOP NOW / 

“The book is very emotional; it is well-written, and you actually feel like you're going through the emotional turmoil yourself.” -reader review. Mark’s parents drink too much and he’s often forgotten. He escapes this by spending time in the woods with items he keeps in a canvas bag. Mark gets angry and makes mistakes in his life. He works hard to overcome them. He discovers his ability to write, and his life is changed forever. From $2.99 SHOP NOW / 

Written especially for seniors, this book is about all of the caring, hard work, and thoughts still felt by an aging population. We leave a legacy behind us of how to live life with humor and positive thoughts, which were in our world years ago. Divided into seven sections, this is a lovely coffee table book incorporating poetry and illustration. From $29.63 SHOP NOW / 

"A delightful little book... Each story had its own unique flavor so there's something for everyone." -Goodreads review. Seven brief tales depict various expressions of love – unwanted, unrequited, passionate, and enduring — from the bright beginnings of youth, through the doubts and changes of middle age, to the comfort and familiarity of old age. "Each one is like a gem, subtle and beautiful in its own way.” -Amazon review. "The slim collection [offers] a view of romance that is achievable rather than an impossible dream." -Kirkus. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

Reeling from the reality of turning thirty soon, Christine decides to take her bucket list trip. She’s dreamed of going back to Paris, but since being diagnosed with several rare autoimmune disorders, she never imagined she’d get the chance. Now, she finds herself on the way to the city of love with an unexpected surprise…an extremely handsome British stranger has mysteriously fallen onto her path. 4.4 stars, 40 ratings on Amazon. 100+ Goodreads reviews. From $0.99 SHOP NOW /