JANUS UNFOLDING: EMERGENCE by C.A. Knutsen
A fast paced mystery with a unique and startling premise.This thought-provoking and intriguing whodunnit crosses genres to create a great read that takes place in the Pacific Northwest.
RAGGEDY MAN by Clyde Curley, The CLUE Awards Grand Prize Winner
An atmospheric, fascinating, character-driven mystery that you won’t be able to put down.
INDIVIDUALLY WRAPPED by Jeremy Bullian
Is Technology our Salvation? An award winning dystopian tale for adults that takes place in the not too distant future.
An Editorial Review of “Find Me Again” by Janet K. Shawgo
Can true love conquer death? What happens when those that die have unfinished business? Is it possible for those that leave to help those still here with their unsettled endings? "Find Me Again" is a story about love that dares to do just that. "Find Me Again" is a mystery, conspiracy theory and an amazing love story that crosses generations---all combined into one amazing read.
An Editorial Review of “Ray Ryan” by Aiden Riley
An engaging contemporary coming of age story, "Ray Ryan" by Aiden Riley, follows and is narrated by the main character, Ray. The writing style is quite conversational and very British in its syntax. As the novel progresses through Ray’s life from childhood to mid-30s, the reader will learn of Ray’s challenges and fears, hopes and dreams that create the choices he must make to find his way. Will Ray be able to make his lifelong aspiration of becoming a writer come true? A solid debut novel.
An Editorial Review of “The Inscription” by Pam Binder
When feisty Amber crashes her car into Loch Ness she doesn't expect to wake up 400 years in the past...neither does she expect to fall in love, but that is precisely what happens in this heartwarming romance novel featuring time travel, Scotland, highlander immortals, and legendary love.
An Editorial Review of “How to Make a Pot in 14 Easy Lessons” by Nicola Pearson
Pearson has painted in vivid detail the lives of these two characters, as well as the ups and downs of a developing relationship. Her elaborate descriptions of the Pacific Northwest immerse the reader in the beauty of the Skagit Valley countryside. Pearson’s skill in describing the art of pottery making as a metaphor for the unpredictable nature of one’s life is unique and urges the reader to think about the lessons learned by the characters long after finishing the book.
The INHERITORS by Judith Kirscht – Literary Fiction, Contemporary
"The Inheritors" by Judith Kirscht is a novel of one woman grappling to find her cultural and personal identity. Tolerance of others and the need for communication is required from each of us is an overriding theme in this latest work of Kirscht that explores the complexities of human nature and family bonds.
An Editorial Review of “Home Fires” by Judith Kirscht
"Home Fires" is an intelligently written, fast-paced family drama that unfolds into a suspenseful page-turner. Although this novel masterfully renders the emotional hardships and tragedies that are sometimes part of dysfunctional relationships, it is not a depressing read.
An Editorial Review of “The Falling Sky” by Pippa Goldschmidt
What would it be like to discover two connected galaxies that The Big Bang theory says are impossible? Not many people have even imagined facing this question, but in "The Falling Sky" Pippa Goldschmidt takes readers into the mind of an astronomer whose research presents these findings. This conundrum creates a human drama as fraught with turmoil and heartache as any found in the best novels of any genre.