John Staughton, Senior Reviewer

A welcome revelation for parents, guardians, teachers, and people at large, Raising Future Leaders: How to Turn Tiny Tyrants into Titans by Nam Nguyen is a wholly original and accessible compendium of leadership advice. Far more than a standard parenting manual, this book focuses on how to actively provide children with the foundations for success throughout their lives. From key concepts of adaptability, resilience, curiosity, goal-setting, and self-reliance to lessons on habit-building, sleep patterns, social skills, financial responsibility, critical thinking, and kindness, this comprehensive guide is empowering, while sensitive to the fact that children are indeed young and perhaps less […]

Logic clashes with legend in Guardians of the Ley Lines by Greg Maxfield, a thoughtful and entertaining supernatural thriller that challenges both ancient beliefs and the arrogance of modernity. A data-driven researcher is determined to disprove the existence of ley lines in the spiritual nexus of Redstone, Arizona, but the inexplicable phenomena he finds there transcend indigenous folklore or cozy local delusions. Quick-moving and relentlessly probing about the clash of science and spirit, this novel delivers a clever condemnation of contemporary society and a stern reminder for all to respect the lifeblood of the Earth.

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A charming array of colorful characters makes Easter at the Three Coins Inn by Kimberly Sullivan a captivating second installment of her richly picturesque Three Coins series. A beleaguered Midwest journalist, a couple in crisis, a mourning restauranteur and more fill the rooms of this well-kept Italian inn, leading to tension, romance, and surprising pathways of healing. Though the narrative focus shifts away from Emma and Annarita, their friendship and support underpin this pastoral getaway tale, immersing readers in sun-drenched drama and the relatable relief of an unpredictable and unforgettable holiday, which feels like taking a holiday in itself with […]

An immersive historical reflection on seeking your purpose and finding your courage, Crossing the Blue Ridge: A Tale of King’s Mountain by L.E. Denton is a coming-of-age novel that celebrates brotherhood and patriotism, set against the growing sparks of the American Revolution. Caleb leaves a painful childhood behind to make his fortune in the unknown wilderness, but unlikely companions and the drumbeat of war pull him into a seminal moment of overlooked history. Consistent in its colloquial and authentic tone, this deeply researched narrative is engaging from page one, with compelling characters who are each believable in their emotions, moral […]