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Review of The Hate Game: Screaming in the Silence – A Memoir (Book Review #1971)
In The Hate Game, Gary Trew takes readers on a harrowing journey through his tumultuous childhood, exploring the depths of bullying, familial dysfunction, and the search for identity against the backdrop of 1960s and 70s Britain. Trew’s candid storytelling immerses the reader in his world, where the notorious Knoll School for Boys becomes a battleground for his innocence, rife with violent initiation rituals and relentless cruelty from peers.
Read MoreRemnant by Katie Sweeting (Book Review #1970)
“A Journey of Hope and Resilience in Remnant”
In Katie Sweeting’s powerful novel Remnant, readers are thrust into the harrowing world of Olu, a young girl whose life is forever altered at the age of eleven when she is kidnapped alongside her brother, Ledu, known historically as Olaudah Equiano. The story begins in Nigeria, where the innocence of childhood is shattered as Olu is torn from her family and thrust into the brutal reality of the transatlantic slave trade.
Read MoreDeath Walking by Julie Winifred (Book Review #1969)
In Death Walking, Julie Winifred offers a poignant exploration of the intersection between dreams and the experience of loss. With a unique lens, she delves into her personal encounters in the dreaming world, where she connects with both people and animals who are facing the end of their lives.
Read More“Ava Battle: Balancing Friendship and Duty in Do Not Tattle” by Marcy Adams
In Marcy Adams’ charming children’s book, Ava Battle, Do Not Tattle, young readers are introduced to the vivacious third grader Ava Battle, who takes on the role of safety helper at Willow Elementary School. Equipped with a badge and a whistle, Ava embraces her new responsibilities with zeal, eager to ensure that rules are followed and everyone stays safe. However, her well-intentioned enthusiasm for her duties soon begins to create rifts in her friendships, particularly with her best friend, Lia.
Read MoreMoon Over Humboldt by Jim Hight (Book Review #1968)
“Healing in the Shadows: A Journey of Redemption in *Moon Over Humbold”
In Jim Hight’s Moon Over Humboldt, two men from disparate backgrounds find their lives intertwined in the depths of addiction and the quest for redemption. Bill Collins, a dedicated father and logger, has instilled hard work in his son, Kenny, but when Kenny succumbs to meth addiction, Bill grapples with the painful realization that he may have failed in his most vital role as a parent. The weight of this guilt transforms his world, pushing him to confront the demons that haunt both his family and himself.
Read MoreRunning Toward the Truth: The Journey Behind Misdiagnosed for Miles by Tammie Robie
As a competitive runner, I’ve always believed in pushing through challenges. But for 17 years, I
faced a battle I couldn’t outrun—crisis-level hypertension that defied medication, debilitating
migraines, relentless heart palpitations, and massive edema that left my legs and feet swollen and
painful. These symptoms weren’t just frustrating; they were life-altering, making even the simplest
daily tasks a struggle. Despite countless visits to specialists, I was repeatedly told that nothing was
wrong. Over time, I convinced myself this discomfort was normal—that everyone must feel this way.
Read MoreThe Unbearable Lightness of Prose by By Brian J. Dolan
Writing has been a part of my life since childhood, but it’s rarely been for my own satisfaction, driven instead by mainly academic or professional concerns. In recent years, I’ve ground out several pieces a year for trade outlets, always with an eye toward a commercial outcome. Unsatisfying in the end and a slog to write.
Read MoreAbby and the Bicycle Race by Abigail Subrena Laub (Book Review #1967)
Abigail Subrena Laub’s Abby and the Bicycle Race is a delightful and empowering story that captures the heart and imagination of readers, both young and old. Based on true events from Laub’s childhood in Guyana, this tale carries an inspiring message about courage, resilience, and breaking barriers.
Read MoreHourglass by Daniel James (Book Review #1968)
Hourglass is a captivating supernatural action/adventure novel that effortlessly blends heart-pounding action with emotional depth and complex moral dilemmas. Written by Daniel James, this thrilling tale centers on Clyde Williams, a struggling Brooklyn artist trying to break into the comic book industry, and his recently deceased best friend, Kevin Carpenter, who returns as a ghost with powerful telekinetic abilities.
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