Dream Café by R.J. Gould is a witty and heartwarming romantic comedy about fresh starts, second chances, and opening an arts café. Join David, a recently divorced father navigating love, loss, and midlife reinvention—with a healthy dose of British humor.
Sixteen-year-old Lyssa Barrett was born into a family of literary giants—but she'd rather solve equations than write novels. In Child of a Swan by David Burnett, follow one young woman's powerful journey to break free from family expectations, navigate teen pregnancy, and claim her independence. Includes excerpt + $20 gift card giveaway!
This Is Me Trying by Jenna Adams is a gripping contemporary YA debut exploring trauma, mental health, and the lasting impact of first love. Told in three acts, this powerful story follows Brooke and Matt from a secret teenage romance to a complex adult reunion shaped by guilt, consent, and healing.
The Lights of Shantinagar by Nidhi Arora is a moving family saga set in modern India, blending tradition, science, and self-discovery. Through the lens of a quantum physicist newly married into a close-knit community, this novel explores how even the smallest observations can reveal deep truths. Read my full review!
Discover One Term Left by C.M. Francis, a heartfelt YA novel about friendship, change, and growing up. Includes review and thoughtful discussion questions.
The Dream Lives On by Valeriya Goffe is a deeply moving story about starting over when everything familiar has been lost. Viktor, a widowed father from war-torn Ukraine, arrives in Washington, D.C., with his children, hoping to piece together a new life. He unexpectedly crosses paths with Teresa, a woman navigating heartbreak of her own. Their tender, slow-blooming connection reminds us that even in the wake of unimaginable loss, hope still has a way of finding us.
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