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 /
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 /
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 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 /
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 /
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 /
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 /
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 /
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 /
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 /
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 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 /
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 /
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 /
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 /
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 /
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 /
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 /
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 /
"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 /
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 /
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 /