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Cover art for Sleeping With The Secret Burden
INDIE
Released: March 12, 2013

"An intriguing collection about overcoming obstacles and finding inner peace, but one that might have benefited from a stronger edit."
Alimi's debut poetry collection marks the milestones of an emotional journey of self-exploration across Europe and Africa. Read full book review >
Cover art for Graffiti Grandma
INDIE
Released: March 11, 2013

"A gripping book with compelling characters who don't want your pity."
Ostensibly about a serial killer, Barney's (The Solarium, 2011, etc.) novel is about much more than that. It's also the story of people who are down but not out and a rumination on family, courage and responsibility--a book that reverberates long after the last page. Read full book review >
Cover art for Therapeutic Application of Biblical Principles for Overcoming Emotional Trauma
INDIE
Released: March 9, 2013

"With a steady command of biblical passages and an assortment of tailored activities and reflective questions, Patton expertly helps victims transform into survivors."
Bible verses inspire this guide to healing from emotional trauma. Read full book review >
Cover art for Kinship
INDIE
Released: March 8, 2013

"A picture book with a valuable message of acceptance, unevenly executed."
A picture book that emphasizes love and diversity while introducing children to different types of family relationships. Read full book review >
Cover art for Seeds of Plenty
INDIE
Released: March 6, 2013

"An emotionally satisfying tale of prolonged struggle."
In her debut novel, Juo weaves a rich narrative about a displaced woman facing war in a foreign land and in her heart. Read full book review >
Cover art for Elysian Fields
INDIE
Released: March 6, 2013

"A wholly involving story with Faulkner-ian characters in a fully realized setting."
A dysfunctional family reflects the decay of New Orleans in debut author LaFlaur's tale of brotherly love and menace. Read full book review >
Cover art for Collegium Sorcerorum: Thaddeus and the Daemon
INDIE
Released: March 6, 2013
by Louis Sauvain, illustrated by Sean Bodley

"A well-developed addition to Sauvain's ongoing fantasy tale."
Four selfless sorcery apprentices find their resolve tested in Sauvain's (Collegium Sorcerorum: Thaddeus of Beewicke, 2011, etc.) third installment of his epic-fantasy series. Read full book review >
Cover art for A Daughter of the "Enemy of the People"
INDIE
Released: March 5, 2013

"A digressive family history which features a fresh look at life in the Soviet Union and the immigrant experience in the United States."
A debut memoir tells the story of a Russian-Jewish family's experiences throughout the 20th century. Read full book review >
Cover art for Managing Informal Employee Organizations
INDIE
Released: March 5, 2013

"A clear-cut, convincing case for managers to appreciate and work with informal employee organizations."
A comprehensive analysis of the social underpinnings of workplace organizations and the best methods for channeling the resulting behavior toward particular goals. Read full book review >
Cover art for Vasectomy, Fresh Flounder and God?
INDIE
Released: March 4, 2013

"A well-written collection of personal writing that may not have broad appeal."
A debut collection of letters, essays, poems and stories from Sarazin, a retired FBI officer in Wisconsin. Read full book review >
Cover art for Vampire Vic
INDIE
Released: March 4, 2013

"A vampire's entertaining journey of self-discovery."
In this debut novel, a fat, balding accountant/vampire tries to take charge of his boring life. Read full book review >
Cover art for CHAINSAW JANE
INDIE
Released: March 4, 2013

"A thrilling mystery with an unlikely yet endearing heroine."
A gruesome murder is no match for a vodka-swilling Russian medium in Fortis' debut mystery novel. Read full book review >