Today's Featured Books

Free online: Virtual Chat with Poet Karen Rigby, presented by The Writers' Center. Join for this virtual chat about the craft of poetry with poet Karen Rigby who will be discussing her new poetry collection, Fabulosa. Thursday, February 20, 7:00 - 8:00 PM EST.

“The poet is the priest of the invisible.” ~Wallace Stevens

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Maggie has spent her life trying to stay invisible, knowing it’s the only way to stay safe—until a whispered threat from her father sent her running at seventeen. Now, she scrapes by working nights at a rundown gas station, unaware that Jaime, the one man who’s ever truly seen her, has been watching over her in secret. But when Jaime discovers she’s been targeted as part of a dangerous job, he has no choice but to take her. Only Maggie thinks he’s working for the very people she’s been hiding from. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /  

Aubree Walker thought her secret was safe until a late-night phone call changes everything. Returning to Hope Parish after her aunt falls into a coma under suspicious circumstances, she’s forced to face Booker Outlaw, the one person who knows what she did last summer. As threats mount and old feelings resurface, Aubree must decide whether she can trust the reckless, irresistibly charming bad boy especially when she learns he has secrets of his own. 4.2 stars, 2,910 ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

After surviving a past trauma, Remy Reed has built a quiet, solitary life in a remote Maine cottage, finding solace in her wood sculptures and the beauty of nature. But her peace is shattered when she spots a man struggling in the ocean and rushes to save him. Injured and frustratingly arrogant, he has no memory of who he is, forcing Remy to help him uncover his past while battling her growing attraction to the mysterious stranger. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /  

Amara thought she’d moved on from the heartbreak Chase left behind until fate traps her in a broken elevator with the man who once shattered her world. Once her greatest love and now her fiercest rival, Chase is just as frustratingly charming and irresistibly handsome as ever. As old wounds resurface and sparks fly, Amara must decide whether to rewrite their love story or leave the past and her heart locked away for good. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /  

'God save the Queen! God save our good Queen Mary!' When these words rang out over England, Mary Tudor thought her troubles were over. She could put her painful past - the loss of her mother and mistreatment at the hands of her father - behind her. With her accession to the throne, Mary set out to restore Catholicism in England and find the love of a husband that she had long desired. But the tragedies in Mary's life were far from over. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /  

Ben Roberts hears voices…alien voices. When word of his abilities spreads through the galactic grapevine, Ben ranks number one on an A.I.’s most wanted list to become their cybernated slave. If he can’t find a way to survive, the balance of power throughout the universe could be altered forever. Aliens, robots, and spaceships all rolled up into one hilarious, page-turning story. 4.3 stars, 300+ ratings. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW / 

A powerful collection of short stories filled with unforgettable characters, The Rough Stuff is a mix of action-filled fiction and reflective morality tales about the truisms of life, its spectacle, its inherent dangers, and its frustrating uncertainty. Whether in the mountains of Afghanistan, on a farm in Indiana, or in a lake cabin in Idaho, Cardwell tells brutally honest stories about the lives of decent, hard men in America. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

An illuminating glimpse into a child's sequestered world of abuse, homophobia, and religious extremism. Scott Terry's memoir is a compelling, poignant, and occasionally humorous look into the Jehovah's Witness faith and a brave account of Terry's successful escape from a troubled past. "A lively, affectionate autobiography with messages of inspiration and acceptance." ~Kirkus Reviews. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW / 

One train ride. One stranger. One choice that could change everything. I had my future all mapped out. A stable job, a small-town life, and a boyfriend the whole town adores. Safe. Predictable. The kind of life people dream of. Then I met him. Cohen Maverson—a maddeningly handsome stranger with a sharp tongue and a smirk that could start a war—takes the seat across from me on a Swiss train, and within an hour, he shakes up my entire world. His wit challenges me. His gaze unravels me. And for the first time, I feel alive. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Free online: Verses & Vibes. Join for a high-energy lunchtime poetry jam that will also include music from DJ ROC and education on HIV awareness and prevention. Don’t miss this dynamic fusion of education, community, and rhythm! Tuesday, February 18, 1:30 - 2:30 CST. 

"Once we choose hope, everything is possible.” ~Christopher Reeve

Forget what you think you know about psychedelics. They’re not jokes or party drugs but a groundbreaking tool for healing trauma and chronic pain. Follow Alex Abraham’s journey as he confronts the lasting effects of childhood sexual abuse and an unexplained health crisis that traditional medicine couldn’t resolve. In this raw and courageous memoir, he explores the power of psychedelics to unlock healing where conventional treatments fell short. 4.8 stars, 125+ ratings. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW / 

Octogenarian actor Mervyn Ambrose gets an unexpected career revival, but his own time is running out. With the help of his best friend, Norman, a former doctor turned actor, Mervyn sets out to complete a modest yet unconventional bucket list: one last stage performance, a secret farewell party, long-overdue confrontations, and even planning his own wake. With his loyal dog, Wolfie. and a cast of eccentric showbiz friends, this dark comedy is a hilarious and poignant tale of life’s final curtain call. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW / 

Margaret Pole was the daughter of the heir apparent. She fell from grace as the child of a traitor, but regained favor under King Henry VIII. As she fights to secure a future for her children, she must navigate the King’s unpredictable nature and dangerous suspicions. Can the last of the York dynasty survive his rule, or will her royal blood prove too great a risk? 4.4 stars, 500+ ratings. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Asylum worker James Grey has always lived in a world of routine and forgotten days at Oculus Mentis, a remote and desolate institution. But when eerie visions, lucid dreams, and a haunting drawing begin to unravel his reality, he fears his mind is slipping away. With the help of the enigmatic Silas and the silent Marianne, James embarks on a desperate quest to uncover the truth behind the mysteries that torment him. From $4.16 - SHOP NOW / 

Achieve your career goals without sacrificing family time with a simple, effective game plan. Aim for the Uprights proves that success isn’t about exhausting hours or chasing trends but about making intentional choices, staying consistent, and trusting small steps. With this playbook, you can redefine success on your own terms starting with one key question: What is my intention today? 4.9 stars, 10 ratings. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW / 

Happy Valentine's Day! Celebrate with one of the seven romance novels included in today's Featured Books. In the mood for something other than romance? You'll also find works of literary fiction, sci-fi, young adult, and memoir in today's Featured Books, too. 

Also, be sure to continue the celebration tomorrow with the Vine Leaves Press International Authors Reading, featuring Andrew Verlaine, Janet Clare, Jill Amber Chafin, and Raphael Pond for a virtual reading and chat. Saturday, February 15, 6 - 7 PM CST. 

“To love or have loved, that is enough. There is no other pearl to be found in the dark folds of life.” ~Victor Hugo, Les Misérables

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? 4.3 stars, 400+ ratings. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW / 

Born a Plantagenet princess, Elizabeth of York became the first Tudor queen, shaping the course of English history. As the daughter of King Edward IV, her future seemed secure—until his death plunged her life into turmoil. Forced to choose between loyalty to her uncle, King Richard III, and a betrothal to her family's enemy, Henry Tudor, fate ultimately decided for her at the Battle of Bosworth. But did Elizabeth find happiness in her marriage to Henry VII, and did she ever learn the fate of her missing brothers, the lost Princes in the Tower? 4.3 stars, 2100+ ratings. From $2.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Savannah Hart, known as "The Smile Maker" of Snowberry, Minnesota, pours her heart into her flower shop, using its beauty to mask the secrets she hides. When businessman Noel Kiss walks into her life, he sees right through her facade and offers an unexpected solution—one that comes in the form of a bold, unconventional proposal. Savannah agrees, convincing herself it will end by Valentine’s Day, but Noel is determined to show her that love isn’t just a convenience...it’s the real deal. 4.6 stars, 133 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW / 

Sara Wolfe, a sharp-witted yet self-destructive young professor, risks her career when she falls into a dangerous entanglement with a student who also happens to be a rock star. As she masks her struggles with an eating disorder, reckless flirtations, and an ever-present glass of pinot noir, her life spirals further into chaos. With well-intentioned but equally flawed friends attempting to save her, Sara must confront the buried trauma that fuels her self-sabotage before she loses everything. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /  

In a future ruled by corporate giants, former military operative Kash is renowned for his ability to acquire anything—until the one thing he wants most is stolen from him. When the woman he loves is abducted by a mysterious group, he and his synthetic-bodied pilot, Calynn, embark on a relentless chase across the stars. As they uncover a conspiracy at the highest levels of power, Kash must use every skill he has to rescue her before corruption consumes them all. From $0.99 - SHOP NOW / 

When Clayton Day’s father is wrongfully accused of murder, his world shatters. Fleeing in desperation, he finds himself on the edge of a cliff—until a mysterious purple café door offers him a second chance at life, but at a cost. Bound to serve the enigmatic Proprietor, Clayton must uncover the truth behind his grandfather’s death, racing through time with the help of Abigail, a skilled Secreteer, while dark forces threaten to erase everything, including him. 4.8 stars, 20 ratings. FREE - SHOP NOW / 

I’m an artist who hides in the shadows. He’s a CEO who thrives on attention. While working together on a Valentine’s fundraiser, honesty is our only way forward. That’s easier said than done when the secret I’ve harbored for years could either save the day or end up ruining everything. Will I ever find the courage to come out from behind the easel and show the world who I really am? Take a journey to Baggersville for some cornhole, love, humor, and redemption in this faith-filled romcom. 4.8 stars,35 ratings. From $0.99. Free via KU. SHOP NOW /