Recommended Reads

The Bones At Point No Point, by D.D. Black When justice is delivered and a serial killer is behind bars, society can breath a collective sigh of relief, but not in “the holiday baby butcher case.” Thomas Austin is a retired NYPD detective, having served loyally for 20 years, and this case had sucked life…

Suddenly Snow, by Susanne Bacon Stranded by a sudden snowstorm, in the small and isolated Victorian town of Wycliff, all the holiday day-tripping tourists enjoying the sights are stuck. Fortunately for the stragglers desperate for a warm place to stay, The Gull’s Nest Bed and Breakfast has some room left. When the last of the…

The Everlasting Gift, by David-Matthew Barnes Do whatever it takes to bring some sunshine into this world. A noble thought but easier said than done. Oh! How the effort creates the potential for unexpected, and even life-changing results, with ripples in so many directions. In the poignant book The Everlasting Gift, Sharleen has an incredible…

The Nighthawkers, by Amy L. Bernstein Archaeologist Pauline Marsh may be haunted by the past. She’s hearing paranormal voices in her head that other people don’t. These voices want something. They’re looking to reconnect with love, and they are reaching out to Pauline for help. Why Pauline? With the difficult, lonely childhood Pauline emerged from,…

The Incident, by Avis M. Adams Climate change strikes. Devastation threatens.Human survival is at stake when the terrifying, destructive storms thunder in. Seventeen-year-old Josh has grown up on Woolf farm. It’s been in his family for generations. Josh feels confident in his skills and preparation for any emergencies. Until now. He’s never faced anything like…

Secret Memoirs of Mary Shelley – Frankenstein Diaries “The Romantics,” by Michael January and Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley The title alone is intriguing. Who wouldn’t love to spy on the diary of the women that brought us one of the most iconic creatures of horror? But this story is so much more. The tale takes us on…

The Far Side of Heaven, by D. L. Gardner What a memorable Christmas novella. It’s a tale you’ll treasure long after relishing your read of the last page. These touching characters exhibit tremendous courage against trying times. It’s so easy to get embroiled in your own troubles and miss seeing the lives of others. These…

As fall draws near, here are three books that are part of a summer series, a great way to end the season A Butter Brickle Debacle, by Sonja N. Griffing Eris McMillan is the embodiment of walking chaos, rushing from instantaneous disorder to unexpected mayhem, sometimes in the flash of her honey-brown eyes. She’s a marketing…

Mountain Blaze, by Debby Grahl Diana Thompson is engaged, but not happily. Doubts about the imminent big day lead Diana to accept a Thanksgiving invitation from her friend Jenn, who promised a relaxing time away from the city and her fiance. They travel into the mountains of North Carolina to join Jenn’s family at their…

Aces, by Michael January Wheels up for this high flying adventure. Hearts soar to the heights of love and friendship, and at times plummet from turbulence during the high stakes years at the start of World War II and the Battle of Britain. Miki and Aaron are friends attending Princeton in 1935, both daring fliers…

Beyond The Human Realm, by Gene Helfman Join the orcas of the Pacific Northwest on this beautiful, fictional journey Beyond The Human Realm. It’s the ultimate adventure, as an elusive and anonymous donor decides to do something never done successfully. He will need the help of a university professor, Dr. Rudy Laguna, who flounders in…

Sisters of the Vine, by Linda Rosen Sometimes your dream comes true, but you find that living your dream is nothing like what you’d hoped for. Can a person who’s trapped by disappointment carve out an escape and dare to dream again? When Liz married Rick, she had no idea how murky their future would…

The Eves, by Grace Sammon Jessica Barnet is in the midst of renovating her Washington, D.C. row house, and her shattered life is also in need of rejuvenation. It appears she’s hit bottom, devastated by family loss, stalled in her drive and ambition, and seeking solace in glasses of vodka. Wallowing in her misery, Jes…

A Fatal First Night, by Kathleen Marple Kalb It’s opening night at the New York City Opera in 1899, and breathless anticipation overflows into the aisles among the chattering audience waiting for the curtain to go up. Backstage, all are taking their positions, readying themselves for a memorable performance. When the final curtain falls, so…

The Price of Secrets, by Jacquie May Miller Once you finish this touching book, get ready to hug your loved ones, treasure your times together, and celebrate when they are near. Years ago when Jamie was on her way to college in California, she was exiled from her family by her mother. Jamie’s grievous insult,…

When Starlings Fly As One, by Nancy Blanton Merel is serving as maid to Lady Carey in Ireland, as tensions erupt between the Irish and the English in 1642. Leaders on both sides do all they can to inspire and appeal to followers in this fight. Both countries have so much to gain, and potentially everything…

Murder At The Galvez: A Sydney Lockhart Mystery, by Kathleen Kaska. Reporter Sydney Lockhart travels back to Galvesto, Texas to cover a story about a conference on the Pelican Island development. It’s an emotional topic, but Sydney’s biggest concern is avoiding the family drama surrounding her parents who live nearby, as they plan their upcoming wedding. That’s…

A Coat Dyed Black: A Novel of the Norwegian Resistance, by Don Pugnetti Jr. A powerful story. A Coat Dyed Black is a tremendous tribute that doesn’t just tug at the heart, it echoes through the soul. What a sensitive and harrowing view of human nature, fighting against the odds in a manmade disaster. Bjorn Erliksen…

Rumors From Shanghai, by Amy Sommers Tolt Gross is happy to join his friends in Shanghai when he disembarks the cruise boat from Seattle. He’s arrived with his friend and business partner, and they have plans for a new business venture. Shanghai in the early years of World War II was a vibrant place filled…

Little Sister: My Investigation Into The Mysterious Death of Natalie Wood, by Lana Wood In 2011, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s department reopened the case of Natalie Wood’s death that was ruled “suspicious” when she died in 1981. In 2018, the  Sheriff’s Department named her husband Robert Wagner “a person of interest” in the case. Now…

If You Ask Me (And Of Course You Won’t), by Betty White Delight yourself with an upbeat, humorous, energetic and touching read by picking up If You Ask Me. The author’s conversational tone is irresistible. The topics she reflects on are engaging. The stories she has to tell about events in her life are heartwarming. This delightful…

Scarlet At Crystal River: A Haunted Shores Mystery, by Randy Overbeck Darrell Henshaw and his new wife Erin are on their honeymoon in Florida. So romantic! Mystery and the paranormal never take a break though, and Darrell feels someone reaching out to him from beyond this world. This is not the first calling from the beyond…

Looking for a sweet treat with no calories? Here’s recommendations of just a few of the wonderful novella reads from the Christmas Cookies Series. Extend the holiday season with these heartwarming stories, including Snow Kiss Cookies To Die For (recipe included). A Maple Cookie Homecoming by Judy Ann Davis Can you ever go home again?…