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RabRab and the Big Angry Feelings by Dr. Leah Brancheck (Book Review #2166)
RabRab and the Big Angry Feelings is a thoughtful, tender, and developmentally attuned picture book that offers young children a path to understand and manage one of their biggest emotional hurdles—anger. Written by Dr. Leah Brancheck, a neurologist and mother, the book blends gentle storytelling with practical emotional guidance, creating an inviting space for learning and healing.
Read MorePrism by Jack Verson (Book Review #2165)
Prism marks the thoughtful debut of Jack Verson, a seasoned author whose background in physics and computer science deeply enriches this imaginative science fiction tale. Written after retirement, Verson’s novel benefits from a lifetime of experience and the joy of crafting a story free from pressure.
Read MoreHow to Start Writing a Book: Seek Feedback Early by Jeyran Main
One of the best ways to strengthen your manuscript and grow as a writer is to seek feedback early in your book-writing journey. Many authors hesitate to share their work until it feels “perfect,” but waiting too long can limit your opportunities to refine ideas and improve clarity. Constructive feedback, when received at the right time, allows you to see your writing from fresh perspectives and helps you avoid spending months polishing sections that may ultimately need to be reworked.
Read MoreMetrognome by Jana Cruz (Book Review #2164)
In her imaginative and endearing debut, Metrognome, author Jana Cruz whisks young readers away on a whimsical journey that blends adventure, music history, and self-discovery—all through the curious eyes of a garden gnome named Cora.
Read MoreThe After (The After Series Book 1) by J. Taylor (Book Review #2163)
The After (The After Series Book 1) by J. Taylor is a poignant and gripping post-apocalyptic coming-of-age novel set in a world reshaped by a devastating virus. Ten years after the global outbreak led to the collapse of governments and the closing of borders, fourteen-year-old Charlotte lives with her family in quiet isolation on a rural farmstead in Nova Scotia. While their life has not been easy, they have carved out a fragile peace and adapted to the harsh new reality, maintaining a sense of stability within the confines of their fenced-in property.
Read MoreYour Tomorrow Was Today by Oyindamola Dosunmu (Book Review #2162)
Oyindamola Dosunmu’s Your Tomorrow Was Today is a striking and powerful debut—one that pulses with emotional gravity, cultural resonance, and a fierce literary voice. Set between the energetic bustle of Lagos City and the evocative terrain of Eastern Nigeria, this novel invites readers into the intimate, complex world of Karen, a woman forced to reckon with love, loss, and the echoes of a past she thought she left behind.
Read MoreHow to Start Writing a Book: Use Writing Prompts and Exercises by Jeyran Main
Once you have committed to focusing on one project at a time, incorporating writing prompts and exercises can significantly enhance your creativity and productivity. Many writers experience moments of uncertainty, hesitation, or writer’s block, even when fully committed to a single project. Writing prompts and targeted exercises provide a structured way to overcome these obstacles and keep your ideas flowing.
Read MoreYesterday’s Voices: Words To Live By by A. A. Willis (Book Review #2161)
Yesterday’s Voices: Words To Live By is a beautifully curated anthology that brings timeless wisdom into the fast-paced realities of modern life. Compiled by A. A. Willis, this fourth volume in the Yesterday’s Voices series offers readers a meditative journey through poetic, philosophical, and spiritual literature, blending classical thought with present-day relevance.
Read MoreWhat Was Forbidden by Jonathan Bockian (Book Review #2160)
Jonathan Bockian’s What Was Forbidden is a masterfully woven tale of love, loss, ideology, and resilience set in the cloistered yet richly complex world of the Venice Ghetto in 1672. Inspired by a real historical murder, Bockian’s debut novel is a gripping literary mystery that explores not only who committed the crime—but why society might wish it were left unsolved.
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