Grace by Contract by Rachel Rossano After her father uproots the family to the northern duchy of Brackenhurst, Grace Eldon and her four younger sisters struggle with a new life of hardship. Desperate to keep a roof over their heads amid mounting debts, she and her youngest sister seek employment in the Duke of Brackenhurst’s household despite fearsome rumors. Scarred and maimed from a terrible fire Silas Isling, Duke of Brackenhurst, buries himself in his work to avoid the stares of pity and … [Read more...] about Grace by Contract by Rachel Rossano
The Ingenious, and the Colour of Life by J.Y. Sam
The Ingenious, and the Colour of Life by J.Y. Sam From a beguiling new voice in contemporary fiction comes an astonishing novel about a group of mysterious children with the power to change lives... Ever since young Milly Bythaway can remember, she’s had to hide who she really is – dumbing down an extraordinary genius in order to blend into the background. 14-year-old Tai Jones has been abandoned by his mother and forced to live as a homeless wanderer, but the appearance of a stray cat helps … [Read more...] about The Ingenious, and the Colour of Life by J.Y. Sam
Interview with Author – Jamila Mikhail
Author Bio: Jamila Mikhail, or simply Mila for short, is an award-winning author based out of Ottawa, the capital of Canada. In 2018 she was one of the people who received the title of Top Writer on Quora and over the years she has also received several awards for her poetry and short stories ever since she started writing on a serious basis in 2011. Mila is currently working towards a degree in human rights and is passionate about social justice. In her spare time Mila also enjoys various … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Jamila Mikhail
Interview with Author – Laura Ruth Loomis
Author Bio: Social worker by day, space cadet by night. My main character's talent for accidentally destroying technology might be slightly autobiographical. I write both serious and silly, science fiction and contemporary, YA and adult. I'm not indecisive, I'm just Californian. I have a science fiction comedy novel, "The Cosmic Turkey," and a collection of linked short stories, "Lost in Translation," which I plan to expand into a novel. Assorted short stories are linked on my … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Laura Ruth Loomis
Interview with Author – Cady Hammer
Author Bio: I have always been a writer. I wrote my first novel at the age of eleven between classes. Although that text will never see the light of day, I continued experimenting with stories throughout my school years. I was often teased for being off in my own world a bit, but I have never hesitated to invite others along on the adventure I was weaving. My college studies of history and anthropology play a major role in the worldbuilding in my stories, particularly this debut novel. It is … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Cady Hammer
Interview with Author – Katie Licavoli
Author Bio: Katie Licavoli is an aspiring writer who split her time growing up between the DFW metroplex and a small town in the “thumb” of Michigan. She has since lived in various states. I guess you could call her a bit of a vagabond. When not typing away on her latest writing projects she enjoys spending time in the great outdoors, practicing improving her yoga moves, or diving into her latest read (… preferably alongside a good cup of tea.) Katie currently works as a part-time … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Katie Licavoli
Tales of Ferrês by K.M. Jenkins
Tales of Ferrês by K.M. Jenkins Since the beginning of time, one kingdom in the world of Tarzinëa has remained a mystery. Very few have entered its depths and survived. Walk alongside our heroes and watch their tales unfold as they enter the Forest of Ferrês. Discover everything from wolves so large they look like full grown ponies, to devil creatures that lurk in the night. Expect the unexpected as you venture into the magical land of Ferrês where not everything is as it seems. … [Read more...] about Tales of Ferrês by K.M. Jenkins
My Journey to the Ocean by Lena Mikado
My Journey to the Ocean by Lena Mikado What if you woke up one day only to find out that everything has changed forever? Elena knows what she wants from life, she has her whole world charted out and is engaged to be married to Alex, but when she takes a trip across the Atlantic Ocean to the beautiful southern charm of Saint Simons Island, Georgia, her whole world is rocked and rolled when she meets handsome Chris. No one told her she may have to make a choice, but now, faced with the … [Read more...] about My Journey to the Ocean by Lena Mikado
Ashes and Blood by Katie Zaber
Ashes and Blood by Katie Zaber “I’ll start at the beginning. Long ago, before roads, before we built structures, before medicine was discovered, before the government was created, before man gained any knowledge, there were The Five. Independent from each other, The Five had a mutual respect for one another. They knew their roles in the world and their duty. They were gods…” An adventure begins when an otherworldly tree captures the attention of Megan and her friends. The environment morphs … [Read more...] about Ashes and Blood by Katie Zaber
The Last Days of Childhood by Ken Ross
The Last Days of Childhood by Ken Ross Lucy has a poor self-opinion. She sees herself as overweight, unloved and confused about the future and her sexuality. She is self-harming, worrying over forthcoming exams and not on good terms with her parents. What's more, the coronavirus is sweeping across England and the country is on the verge of lockdown. She'll lose contact with her friends and be unable to develop a relationship with Kell, a boy in her school year, or with her beautiful best … [Read more...] about The Last Days of Childhood by Ken Ross