Twelve-year-old Joey Roland leaves behind the sadness and secrets of Chicago to spend the summer with the lively Vitale family in the small town of Greenberry—a boy’s paradise of bike rides, fishing, and barefoot adventures. Initially shy around the family’s three teenage daughters, Joey is soon swept into their world of beauty, dreams, and daring pursuits. Joey forms a special bond with Vita, the passionate middle sister chasing an acting career, and together they embark on a transformative summer where Greenberry becomes the backdrop for two dreamers determined to find more in life. 4.4 stars, 164 ratings.From $0.99 - SHOP NOW /
A poignant look at characters grappling with grief and loss in various forms. Each story reveals the raw emotions—anger, numbness, confusion—that accompany their journeys, as they navigate a world seemingly oblivious to their pain. Throughout the collection, Scalia masterfully portrays the characters' struggle to find resilience in the face of overwhelming loss. From $7.99 SHOP NOW /
This collection of stories explores instances of imperfect people trying to connect to loved ones and others despite fractured relationships and personal flaws. These are ordinary people striving to survive and thrive in situations reflective of today’s challenges. From $5.99 - SHOP NOW /
The Vietnam War ended decades ago, but its heroes are still here. This collection of short stories will touch your heart and remind you of the real people hidden behind the history. A young boy learns the truth of his father's service in Vietnam. A survivor of Ia Drang Valley contemplates ending his life. A charismatic but troubled vet longs for a woman he can never have. A "tunnel rat" saves a woman from her abusive boyfriend. A Silver Star recipient performs one last act of selfless courage. A Special Forces operative pulls off the heist of a lifetime. 4.7 stars, 58 ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW /
A "must read" for anyone who seeks to understand how and why Adolf Hitler came to power. Oskar Maria Graf provides a uniquely satirical insight into the mindset of the German middle classes. The eponymous antihero, Anton, does not welcome Hitler but does nothing to oppose the Nazis either, while his wife, Malwine, actively welcomes and propagandises for the "national" movement. From $25 - SHOP NOW /
Poseidon, a show jumping horse, is injured in a fire and becomes aggressive due to trauma. Axel, a horse whisperer with a special ability to communicate with horses, is asked to help by Poseidon's owner. Despite the vet's recommendation to euthanize the horse, Axel takes on the challenge to heal Poseidon. Can Axel save Poseidon? A heartwarming tale of the transformative bond between a man and a horse. Gold Medal, Global Book Awards. 4.7 stars, 433 ratings on Goodreads. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /
Jude Zander is an inexperienced small-town girl on the run from an abusive father, searching for a mother who left her without warning. Jude has no idea how to survive in a city, until she meets two old panhandlers who offer her a place to stay at a place they call The Brickbox. When forced to face her oppressive father in court, Jude's street friends search for the one witness who might save her. But will their search be successful? For teen, young adult, and adult readers.From $0.99 - SHOP NOW /
"A stunning portrait of joy, grace and beauty." ~BookLife. Sachi Kubo-Sanchez leaves behind a stifling marriage and a conservative hometown for the bustling energy of New York City in a quest for healing and self-discovery. Balancing the challenges of motherhood, online dating, newfound sexuality, and an unexpected job, Sachi's journey is filled with complexities and surprises in a heartfelt and inspiring tale of courage, self-acceptance, and personal growth. 4.7 stars, 43 ratings. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /
Selena, a 24-year-old grappling with feelings of emptiness and self-doubt, agrees to surgery to remove the scars on her back—marks she secretly cherishes. But just before the procedure, she is inexplicably transported to the 11th century, where time twists and reality blurs. Amidst the chaos, Selena must confront challenges that force her to reevaluate her life and discover newfound strength. This tale weaves destiny and choice together, exploring how our paths are shaped by both fate and the power to redefine our own journeys.From $4.99 - SHOP NOW /
In American Prophet, Peter’s prophecies bring him notoriety, as well as critics, including a dangerous President. Forced to go on the run, Peter drives into the heart of a divided nation, all the while striving to remain true to his gift...wherever it takes him. 4.2 stars, 52 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /
In this holiday short story, 80-year-old Ino lives alone in a third floor walk-up in New York's Little Italy. She's sometimes forgetful, diabetic, and suffers from chronic heart failure. On Christmas Eve eve, her successful CEO son calls to tell her he's in the city and plans to stop by later on. She's overjoyed and prepares a feast of all his favorite foods. Exhausted, she patiently awaits his arrival with her reliable home health aide Ruby by her side. When things don't go to plan, Ino and Ruby discover the true meaning of Christmas. 4.6 stars, 54 ratings. $0.99 - SHOP NOW /
Set in Brooklyn, young widow Lillian Hapsey and her two sons, Tommy and Gabriel, are alone, unhappy, and plagued by financial concerns. Overshadowing everything is the war in Europe. Despite the setbacks, Lillian is determined to give her sons a happy Christmas. Can Lillian rekindle her girlhood love for the holiday season? "A nostalgic and hopeful holiday tale." ~Kirkus Reviews. 4.4 stars, 900+ ratings. From $1.99 - SHOP NOW /
Elise Skidmore has been a writer since childhood, with poetry being her focus for many years. It’s her way of working through dark times and celebrating the joyful ones. WHEN WINTER COMES is her sixth volume of poetry. Two of her earlier anthologies were finalists for Epic eBook Awards. Though poetry is her focus, she has also published a book of short stories. From $6.99 - SHOP NOW /
Matilda Koontz treasures her life as a wife and mother on a Missouri farm, but her husband dreams of claiming free land in the Pacific Northwest. When he proposes selling their farm to trek two thousand miles along the Oregon Trail, Matilda hesitates but agrees. In the spring of 1847, the family begins their grueling journey west, facing disease, accidents, starvation, and countless dangers. When tragedy strikes, Matilda must summon unimaginable strength to protect her family and survive in this journey inspired by a true story.From $4.99 - SHOP NOW /
Known for her meditations and musings about our outside world, Connecticut writer Jen Payne takes readers inside this time…into the heart and mind of a poet, where memories wander, hearts break, and ghosts appear in dreams. Those ghosts—her lovers, soulmates, and muses—reveal themselves slowly, one at a time, in this wistfully reflective, time-traveling memoir. "A poignant meditation on a life of love confronted." ~Mary O'Connor, author ofSay Yes to Your Creative Self. From $18.60 - SHOP NOW /
In 1855, eighteen-year-old Czanna flees Hungary, seeking refuge with her cousin. Czanna’s haunting song captivates Stands Strong, a Lakota-born scout raised by the Blackfeet, who is drawn to her beauty and voice. When betrayal leaves Czanna without protection, she must rely on Stands Strong for survival. She offers him gold to guide her family, but he proposes marriage instead—a suggestion she resists despite the growing love between them. Can they overcome their cultural divide, or are their fates destined to only briefly intertwine? 4.3 stars, 200+ ratings.From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /
Despite her fear of Indians, Sharon Wells leaves her home in St. Louis to journey to Indian Territory. An orphan yearning for a family, Sharon stays loyal to her fiancé, even as he repeatedly puts her in harm's way. Strikes Fast, a Crow warrior haunted by vengeance, has strayed from his path as a medicine man. When Sharon is captured and her fiancé abandons her, Strikes Fast sees rescuing her as a chance to redeem himself and reconnect with his spiritual purpose. As they face danger together, they confront their differences and discover if love can bring them healing and a new future. Rated 4.6 stars on Goodreads.From $5.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /
Eagle Heart, a Blackfoot medicine man, arrives at Fort Union in search of his missing brother, but he’s stunned when Laylah McIntosh, the trader’s intelligent and beautiful daughter, takes his breath away. When Laylah is injured and trapped in a blizzard, Eagle Heart rescues her, and their forced proximity sparks a forbidden attraction. As their bond deepens, they must face the cultural divides and dangers that threaten to keep them apart. Can their love defy the odds, or will it be torn apart by the worlds they come from? 4.2 stars, 397 ratings. From $4.99 - SHOP NOW /
Albrecht was a small, quiet town that welcomed visitors. Its residents were friendly people who took life slow and easy. Except for the time he had spent in Vietnam fighting for other people's freedom, Harry Blake was a lifelong resident of Albrecht. He was a Marine, and he was proud of his country. From an early age, Harry hated bullies. When the Cancelers and neo-Woke started to invade Albrecht, they thought the town was theirs for the taking. Then they poked the bear. A bear named Harry Blake. The interlopers had no idea what was to come. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW /
In 1910, famed architect Edwin Lutyens is commissioned to design Castle Drogo on Dartmoor, a project that captures the spirit of a Britain on the brink of change. His daughter, Celia, dreams of heroism, especially after meeting Sir Julius Drewe’s honorable son, Adrian. When war erupts in 1914, Christian Drewe, an artist wary of enlisting, meets nurse Rose Braithwaite, sparking a romance complicated by class and duty. As the war rages, their lives and loves intertwine across battlefields and home fronts, challenging their faith, love, and ideals. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /
Lane Bryantt, a shameless debutante and mother of two alt-right social media influencers, heads to Los Angeles, where they find themselves ensnared in a dystopian reality show of their own making. As they battle an unscrupulous producer, they must decide whether to escape or embrace life lived on-screen. This satirical journey through social media and reality TV uncovers the rarest modern luxury—privacy. "For fans of satire, flawed characters, anti-heroes, and witnessing unlikeable characters become the victims of their own ambitions." ~ Independent Book Review. 4.5 stars, 26 ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW /
In this collection of 21 tales of love, loss and the unexpected, you will find humor, poignancy, tragedy, and tales to make you think…what if, or if only... The stories carry us through life, from first loves in different forms to being cherished beyond death. And then the splash of tales in the "Unexplained" adds a touch of other-worldliness to suggest it’s not just the visible human condition that contributes to our experiences. 5.0 stars, 13 ratings. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /
Mikey, who uses humor to cope with his long-standing depression, becomes the unlikely basketball coach at a high school for high-risk offenders with mental illness. The job, which opens up after the students tried to strangle their previous coach, is far from ideal, and Mikey knows it could lead to another breakdown. But if he wants to survive to his twenty-sixth birthday, he must stick with it, even as the school board wants him fired and the students seem more interested in fighting than playing ball. 4.8 stars, 100+ ratings. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW /
Tales from the Texas Timberlands, Volume 1 celebrates East Texan storytelling with five unique short stories. While often brief, these tales can easily extend into the next porch sitting, blending humor, sadness, suspense, mystery, and philosophy. Each storyteller reveals the rhythm of life, sharing valuable lessons and truths for listeners to absorb and remember. 4.5 stars, 36 ratings. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW /
The past may not be done with us. Anna Dahlberg grew up eating dinner under her father’s war trophy portrait of Eva Braun. Fifty years after World War II,she discovers what her father never knew—that her mother and Hitler’s mistress were friends.Plunged into the treacherous world of Nazi Germany, Anna uncovers a long-buried tangle of family secrets and finds her every belief about right and wrong shattered. "Historical fiction that reads like a memoir." ~Philadelphia Inquirer. 4.2 stars, 1500+ ratings.From $0.99 SHOP NOW /
The past may not be done with us. Anna Dahlberg grew up eating dinner under her father’s war trophy portrait of Eva Braun. Fifty years after World War II, she discovers what her father never knew—that her mother and Hitler’s mistress were friends. Plunged into the treacherous world of Nazi Germany, Anna uncovers a long-buried tangle of family secrets and finds her every belief about right and wrong shattered. "Historical fiction that reads like a memoir." ~Philadelphia Inquirer. 4.2 stars, 1500+ ratings. From $0.99 SHOP NOW /