Contemporary Fiction

The Authors of This Dream by Seth Mullins

The Authors of This Dream by Seth Mullins A radical, character-driven exploration of philosophy, meaning, music, and life itself, The Authors of This Dream by Seth Mullins is a rare piece of heart-baring fiction.

Brandon is the volatile and vulnerable lead singer behind The Edge of the Known; he’s a passionate musician seeking to exorcise his demons, but often inviting more along for the ride. Bursts of violence, drug use, existential crises, and manic episodes initially seem like the price of being a rock star, but it also triggers memories of his traumatic childhood. Suffering spells of nihilism, bursts of creative genius, and a lifetime of seeing – […]

2021-08-11T03:37:42+02:00August 11th, 2021|Categories: New Releases|Tags: , , |

Review: Pandemic by Dieter Gartelman

 Pandemic: How Deadly Will It Get? by Dieter Gartelmann

A novel that strongly argues the point that reality is stranger than fiction, Pandemic by Dieter Gartelman is a fictional retelling of the pandemic still wreaking havoc around the globe, and a hypothetical fate we all may still face. Blending true history with semi-hysterical visions of the future is a storytelling gamble, but Gartelman hits the mark in this prophetic and troubling portrait of America.

Having a diverse range of protagonists provides a uniquely well-rounded perspective on the global crisis at the center of this story. Michael Thompson’s expertise in public health, his wife Dorothy’s intrepid reporting skills, John Othallo’s […]

River Current by M. Lee Martin

River Current by M. Lee MartinRevealing a striking glimpse into the past, and reminding readers of time’s healing power, River Current by M. Lee Martin is a delicately penned novel about the family we choose, and the time it takes to heal old wounds.

After the death of Mrs. Viola Meeks, a beloved force in Westfall, Missouri, a group of estranged childhood friends returns home after more than a decade, unsure of what they might find, or what battles remain unfinished. The author pulls readers through both past and present in a seemingly innocent portrait of small-town life, but there’s an edge of darkness that […]

2021-07-27T05:57:10+02:00July 27th, 2021|Categories: New Releases|Tags: |

Facing the Past by Frank C. Senia

Facing the Past by Frank C. SeniaA gritty novel that shines a light on the ugly side of alcoholism and the dark legacy of abuse, Facing the Past: Reflections of an Alcoholic by Frank C. Senia is a dizzying tale of personal redemption.

After waking up in a daze in Phoenix, Tom’s life spirals out of control as he puts the troubled pieces back together. Stampeding through his own fresh shot at life, making rash decisions, and falling in lust, all while maintaining a very unhealthy buzz, Tom is a compelling and surprisingly relatable protagonist. While Tom is clearly still in crisis, with plenty of toxic […]

2021-07-07T01:42:26+02:00July 6th, 2021|Categories: New Releases|Tags: , |

Five Years Later by Sarah Kraft

Five Years Later by Sarah Kraft A woman is forced to reexamine an old heartbreak she thought she understood in Five Years Later by Sarah Kraft, a uniquely crafted, emotional thriller.

Elle Fox is a relatable and charming protagonist whose past and troubled present are slowly revealed through dual storylines set five years apart. Recounting a painful loss on one side and an unexpected reunion on the other, the execution is excellent, when it could be muddled or lose momentum. Bouncing between timelines is an ambitious choice, but it gives this story a great sense of dimension and emotional impact.

Kraft is also unafraid of dark […]

2021-07-06T08:09:37+02:00July 5th, 2021|Categories: New Releases|Tags: |

Review: Overboard Opportunities by Andy Simko

Overboard Opportunities by Andy Simko

Family values, joys, and crises form the framework for Overboard Opportunities, an engaging saga by debut novelist Andy Simko.

The Hutchfields – Grampa, Granma, and their daughter Emily, her husband Mike, and their two children Jacob and PJ – are close-knit and hardworking, but each one has small secrets and big plans. Their adventures begin when Grampa is building a sidewalk, helped clumsily by Jacob, who is most adept, it seems, at asking questions and arguing about the answers. But Jacob, if not a cement expert, is a baseball whiz and proud of it, and Grampa is supportive of […]

2021-07-26T02:43:00+02:00June 27th, 2021|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: |

Like No Other Boy by Larry Center

Like No Other Boy by Larry Center Author Larry Center delivers a heartwrenching story of a father’s love for his son in Like No Other Boy.

Chris Crutcher is navigating a messy divorce, fighting for custody, and trying to do what’s right for his autistic son, Tommy, who wants to be with his beloved chimpanzees at the San Francisco Zoo. The chimps are very special to Tommy – he finds them to be kindred spirits, and they help alleviate his pain. Even though they are unable to communicate, the relationship between Tommy and the chimps is brought to life tenderly with great sympathy and emotion.

Told […]

2021-06-09T03:35:50+02:00June 8th, 2021|Categories: New Releases|Tags: |

Review: The Book of True Believer by M. Funk

The Book of True Believer by M. Funk

Author M. Funk dives deep into religion, power, love and deception with The Book of True Believer: A Tale of Awakening, a fearless and unforgettable novel that speaks to the fundamental flaws of human nature, exposing them with sharp and rare insight.

On the verge of leaving the world of faith healing forever, the enigmatic Jeremiah Promise is rejuvenated by the unexpected support of True Believer, a woman he had miraculously healed years earlier. Reinvigorated in his faith, and believing that their meeting was the sign he’d long been waiting for, he easily convinces her to join him on […]

2021-06-28T02:00:43+02:00June 1st, 2021|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: , |
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