“The Dreaming Way” by Toko-pa Turner

November 18, 2024

What are dreams? Why do we have them? What do things that appear in our dreams mean? In “The Dreaming Way: Courting the Wisdom of Dreams” author Toko-pa Turner delves into the mysterious and esoteric world of dreams as well as dream work. This book offers a definitive exploration of dreams coming from a person who has spent years studying them, as well as working with them on both a personal and professional level. … More “The Dreaming Way” by Toko-pa Turner

“Don’t Tell Me There Ain’t No God” by Gary McDougall

November 18, 2024

It’s been a while since I immersed myself in the pages of a Christian memoir, so Gary McDougall’s heartfelt and immersive story, “Don’t Tell Me There Ain’t No God,” was the first I have read in a few months. I am glad I picked it up. It is a story of resilience, courage, and finding faith in God in our vulnerabilities. … More “Don’t Tell Me There Ain’t No God” by Gary McDougall

“Celebration Playhouse” by Gary P. Cohen

November 16, 2024

Author Gary P. Cohen has drawn extensively on his long-term background and experience as a theatrical producer, playwright, and author of non-fiction theater books to create his high-intensity thriller, “Celebration Playhouse: A Theatrical Thriller.” It conveys the excitement of ambitious, artistic young people as they follow their dream to put on their first community theater production in an imaginative new venue, versus the opposition they encounter from local hard-core hate groups and individuals who want to see them fail. … More “Celebration Playhouse” by Gary P. Cohen

“Never Enough Words” by Jack Hammond Jr.

November 16, 2024

Jack Hammond Jr.’s “Never Enough Words” digs deep into the lives of ordinary people struggling with the extraordinary weight of history, personal traumas, and the shifting societal landscapes of the American South. Readers should understand that this is without a doubt a heavy read, yet, through the expressive storytelling of Hammond, it is one that is worthwhile because it gives the reader pause. This novel is for thinkers, and I believe there’s no better time for a book such as this. … More “Never Enough Words” by Jack Hammond Jr.

“The Shard of Asclepius” by Stewart F. Brennan

November 15, 2024

Books, antique shops, and curious rocks.  A mystery that’s rooted in ancient mythology yet threatens to take over the world. “The Shard of Asclepius” is a story that will suck you in. You’ll find yourself turning pages, upset when life calls you out of the world that author Stewart F. Brennan has created so seamlessly. … More “The Shard of Asclepius” by Stewart F. Brennan

“A Mixed Bag” by Agnes McIntyre

November 15, 2024

Short stories enthusiasts will delight in Agnes McIntyre’s “A Mixed Bag,” a collection whose satisfying immediacy and vivid prose give the stories a sense of place. The sixteen pieces probe the essence of the human psyche, both in its strengths and frailties. Through a set of well-wrought characters, some revealing their idiosyncratic mannerisms, they explore a wide range of overarching themes ranging from relationships, friendships, love, loss, self-discovery, and social evils. … More “A Mixed Bag” by Agnes McIntyre

“Tokyo Tempos” by Michael Pronko

November 15, 2024

As the fourth installment in Michael Pronko’s Tokyo Moments Series, “Tokyo Tempos” offers a unique perspective on living in this incredible city. Pronko, a Kansas-born writer who has lived in Japan for over twenty years, provides the reader with his experiences immersing himself in Japanese culture and the rhythm of city life. The essays cover topics such as business cards, photography, adjusting to the seasons, and subway commutes. But these aren’t dry takes on Japanese life and customs, Pronko instead takes a deeper dive to explain the reasons behind their customs and traditions. He also discusses how he sees things with a foreigner’s eyes, how he had to learn to adapt to his environment, and his opinions on the evolution of the culture. … More “Tokyo Tempos” by Michael Pronko

“Smuggler’s Love” by T.D. Wilson

November 15, 2024

Some time ago, Reese Daniels helped take down space mobster Gideon Almora with the help of Gideon’s niece, Irina Almora. Through that adventure, Reese and Irina fell deeply in love. Now, they operate on the outskirts and smuggle to make money. While making a delivery on Mars, the couple are attacked. It becomes clear that Irina is the primary target. Desperate to save the woman he loves, Reese must stay clever, clear-headed, and, ultimately, selfless. … More “Smuggler’s Love” by T.D. Wilson

“Secrets We Don’t Keep” by Misty Barber

November 14, 2024

Misty Barber’s collection, “Secrets We Don’t Keep,” is a fantastic examination and exploration of how beauty and adaptation in the name of satisfying another person wreaks havoc and destruction on the self. This work is a sequel to her previous book, “Things We Say in the Night.”

This is a much-deserved and gorgeous follow-up that will provide readers of her previous work with more of her keen insight, lush prose, and heartfelt sentiments. … More “Secrets We Don’t Keep” by Misty Barber