Today's Featured Books— Literary Fiction and Poetry

Driftwood by Martha Craig

Literary Fiction and Poetry

A powerful and honest portrayal of Martha Craig’s life, expressed through poetry that explores healing and breaking through the stigma of seeking help. This collection speaks to those who feel lost or adrift in society’s expectations, offering a voice to anyone striving to be seen and heard with grace. Whether you’re on a mental health journey or supporting someone who is, Driftwood provides comfort, hope, and encouragement in navigating grief and loss. From $3.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW


Breaking Point by John Rhodes

Literary Fiction and Poetry

In 1940, the Nazis launch a brutal aerial assault on the outnumbered British RAF. Spitfire pilot Johnnie Shaux must find the courage to keep flying despite the near certainty of death, while Eleanor Rand, a brilliant Fighter Command mathematician, detects the potential for a breakthrough. Based on actual events, this book immerses readers into intense air combat, strategic decisions, and personal struggles from the Battle of Britain. 4.5 stars, 1750+ ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW


All The Beautiful Things by Emma Grey Rose

Literary Fiction and Poetry

All The Beautiful Things is a short collection of poems and writings on relationships, capturing snapshots and fragments of dreamlike memories. Written over four and a half years, this collection weaves together emotion, moments, and memories, all centering on the theme of relationships. A blend of free verse and avant-garde poetry transforms pieces of life into loosely painted images. Available now for pre-order. From $1.29 - SHOP NOW


The Bench by Francesca Flood, Ed.D.

Literary Fiction and Poetry

When bad things happen, we search for answers. Imagine meeting the one person who holds them, sitting on a park bench. The Bench pulls you in from the first page, weaving the lives of five strangers through trauma and a mysterious figure. Inspired by the emotional depth of The Shack and the philosophical insights of The Alchemist, Dr. Flood's thought-provoking story offers comfort and healing for the soul. 4.8 stars, 73 ratings. From $4.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW


FREE - Dancing the Labyrinth by Karen Martin

Literary Fiction and Poetry

Cressida flees to Crete from an abusive upbringing. Nothing goes to plan when she discovers she is pregnant. Her overwhelming fear is she will pass on her father's violent genes. After discovering a cave of ancient Minoan paintings and learning of their history, she is compelled to confront her own truths.​ “Martin's dreamy, esoteric book of female empowerment, maternal love, and overcoming childhood wounds, is dark, breathtaking, painful, and lovely, all at once.”​ ~Goodreads​ Review FREE - SHOP NOW


The Unlovable Molly Barr by N.C. Thompson

Literary Fiction and Poetry

New release: This story is a candid exploration of self-worth, healing, and love’s complexities. Molly Barr, struggling with anxiety and isolation, begins a therapy journal to confront her trauma and strained relationships, ultimately learning that love is about growth, not perfection. Poignant and relatable, it resonates with anyone who has ever felt out of place. From $5.99 SHOP NOW


A Soul's Story by J.D. Catney

Literary Fiction and Poetry

New release August 2024: This tale of a connection between a World War II bomber pilot and a seven-year-old child explores how lives are connected by an energy that is within all of us and reincarnates over time. Benji James and Sadie Matthews show us this connection and process of life, death, and the rebirth process. From $3.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW


FREE - The Brickbox by WL Gorman

Literary Fiction and Poetry

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 the 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 can save her. FREE - SHOP NOW


No Longer Drifing by Loretta Jackson & Vickie Britton

Literary Fiction and Poetry

In everyone's life, whether gradual or forced by outside circumstances, change is inevitable. The characters in these 14 stories face crucial problems and lose all sense of direction. Change appears in the sinister form of an enemy in "The Blameless." In "The Angel of Darkness," it surfaces as the deadly inner struggle of a young divorcée contemplating suicide. Whatever the case, each person sets out on a new, sometimes frightening, course—no longer drifting. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW


Three Sixes and a Forked Tongue by James Tyler Toothman

Literary Fiction and Poetry

A dark, feverish coming-of-age novel that's as wild and unpredictable as it is unforgettable. In 1971, two childhood friends in a small West Virginia town stumble upon a mysterious book that shatters their understanding of reality. When a stranger arrives in a Rolls Royce, they are thrust into a chaotic world of drugs, music, and violence, confronting forces of good and evil in an eternal, ruleless game. From $11.49 SHOP NOW


A Bend in the River by Libby Fischer Hellmann

Literary Fiction and Poetry

"A stunning piece of historical fiction." ~William Kent Krueger, author of This Tender Land. In 1968 two young Vietnamese sisters flee to Saigon after their village is destroyed by American forces. Mai ekes out a living as a GI bar girl, but Tâm heads into the jungle to join the Viet Cong. For nearly ten years, neither knows if the other is alive. Do they both survive the war? And if they do, can they mend their fractured relationship afterwards? Winner of multiple awards. 4.4 stars, 341 ratings. From $7.99 SHOP NOW


And Violet Is a Flower by Richard Lundeen

Literary Fiction and Poetry

A story of love, betrayal, forgiveness, and redemption set in the mid-1960s. After a series of tragic events and a violent argument, twenty-year-old Violet and her mother, Lily, embark on separate journeys of pain and discovery, navigating a psychiatric hospital, a fragile mind, a music career sustained by amphetamines, and a mysterious death. Despite the trials and triumphs, their lives remain irrevocably entwined as they struggle to mend their fractured bond. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW


The Traveling Mind by Brian Williams

Literary Fiction and Poetry

New release in poetry: Explore the dimensional landscapes of The Traveling Mind, where poetry serves as a compass guiding you through realms of introspection and imagination. Each poem unveils the soul's wisdom, weaving tales of life and the timeless quest for meaning, transporting you to distant horizons and inner sanctums filled with untold stories and endless possibilities. From $10 SHOP NOW


Max's War by Libby Fischer Hellmann

Literary Fiction and Poetry

In this WWII thriller, Jewish teen Max flees first to Holland and then to Chicago, leaving his parents behind. When Max learns of his parents' death, he enlists in the U.S. Army and is trained in interrogation and counterintelligence. During the war, Max carries out dangerous missions in occupied countries. Post-war, he reunites with someone from his past. Can they rebuild their lives together? "Intense and suspenseful...will resonate with history enthusiasts but also anyone seeking stories about standing up against hate." ~BookLife Editor’s Pick. 4.7 stars, 75 ratings on Goodreads. From $7.99 SHOP NOW


Corridor Man by Mike Faricy

Literary Fiction and Poetry

The first in the Corridor Man series exposes a dark, violent undercurrent just beneath the surface of 'perfectly legal and above-board'. Disbarred attorney Bobby Custer is psychotic, sociopathic, and always charming as he begins to crawl back up society's ladder. He destroys lives and careers with precision, and mops up the mess with the woman closest to hand...and he seemed like such a nice guy! 4.0 stars, 750+ ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW


She Brings Beauty To Me by Karen Kay

Literary Fiction and Poetry

A Native American Historical Romance involving a woman deserted, a troubled warrior, and a passion denied. In 1855, 18-year-old Czanna Fehér flees Hungary to the American West. When she learns of her parent’s death in Hungary, she sings a prayer to the mountains. Blackfeet scout Stands Strong is captivated by Czanna’s song, and the two later fall in love. But their love is forbidden. Can people from different cultures come together, or are they destined to be apart? 4.5 stars, 93 ratings. From $3.49. Free via KU. SHOP NOW


Aftermath Boy by Robert E. Honig

Literary Fiction and Poetry

Caught up in his mother's Holocaust history that shapes his own, Billy Cohen faces the consequences of his youthful follies and history's repetition threatening the aging baby boomer as democracy hangs in the balance in 2024. With FBI agents swarming through his home, Billy hears the echoes of fascists tearing his mother and her sister out of their Budapest home in 1944. History molds a family saga and the lessons of survival. From $6.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW


FREE - Abroad by Greyson Bryan

Literary Fiction and Poetry

A Novel of Cross-Cultural Encounters. A smart beach read, this “powerful and moving" coming-of-age story about clashing cultures and complicated relationships will send you back to a time when true discovery was still possible. "Supremely readable..." Abroad follows three twentysomethings as they navigate romantic loves and friendships during the cultural upheaval and sexual revolution of the 1960s and 70s. For fans of Sally Rooney. 4.1 stars, 71 ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW


Midsummer by Jena Doyle

Literary Fiction and Poetry

"An intense, incredibly beautiful retelling of A Midsummer Night's Dream." ~Amazon Review. When a Midsummer party turns into a nightmare, we learn there are consequences to making a vow in a magical place. And the fairies never play fair. "The sexual encounters in this story were off the charts hot - smoking hot." ~Goodreads Review. 4.1 stars, 44 ratings on Goodreads. From $0.99 SHOP NOW


Blameforest by Jason Stocks

Literary Fiction and Poetry

Explicit Southern Poetry. "Jason Stocks’ collection is brave, unflinching and hits you like a punch in the jaw. It is at times brutal and vicious but also tender and intelligent. I was reminded of early Eminem in the poignant anger of some of the poems." ~Sam Szanto, author of If No One Speaks. Finalist in the 2024 American Legacy Book Awards. 4.7 stars, 36 ratings. From $2.99 SHOP NOW


And Now There's Zelda by Carolyn Clarke

Literary Fiction and Poetry

Filled with heart and drama, this Women's Humorous Fiction novel is perfect for fans of Little Fires Everywhere and The Joy Luck Club. When Allison Montgomery's son brings home an unexpected and questionable fiancée, Allison and her once-dreaded mother-in-law, Margaret, team up for an intervention. A perfect family "dramedy" as Allison learns to survive family angst by letting go. 4.1 stars, 69 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW


Laughing is Forever by Jason Stocks

Literary Fiction and Poetry

A collection of gritty, rhythmic poetry that delivers a powerful punch, Laughing is Forever explores hard-knock life, domestic violence, and poverty. "A rugged, sinuous voice... These mercurial poems surprise, thrill, and move in equal measure." ~Independent Book Review. 5.0 stars, 10 ratings. From $2.99 SHOP NOW


FREE - The Chianti Chronicles Volume One by Kevin Cullen

Literary Fiction and Poetry

This collection of short stories about Vietnam vets 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. And more. 4.8 stars, 45 ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW


Victory in Europe by Robert Kofman

Literary Fiction and Poetry

A vivid, historically documented story of Ike Eisenhower’s critical involvement in winning the war in Europe—from D-Day through the battle for France, Operation Market Garden, the Battle of the Bulge, the crossing of the Rhine, and the final destruction of Hitler’s evil Third Reich. From $1.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW


Love, Sorrow, and the In-Between by Gallagher Green

Literary Fiction and Poetry

A story of platonic soul mates. Fuyuko is the girl Zoe always wanted to be friends with. Zoe is the friend Fuyuko never knew she needed or wanted. But as they work hand-in-hand to make the life Zoe has left as great as possible...as they delve into "Zoe's list"...an unexpected love brings them closer than friends. Trigger Warnings: This story contains subjects of bullying, abandonment, homophobia, and suicide. Book 1 in a series of standalone novels. 4.3 stars, 10 ratings. From $2.99 SHOP NOW /