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Cover art for THE ORPHANAGE OF MIRACLES
INDIE
Released: May 28, 2013
by Amy Neftzger, illustrated by Cory Basil

"An earnestly optimistic and uplifting fairy tale."
Neftzger (Confessions from a Moving Van, 2012) makes a promising entry into young-adult fantasy with this sincere, whimsical allegory that's built on the trope of the hero's quest and explores themes of freedom, creativity and teamwork. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE GREEN LINE
INDIE
Released: June 1, 2013

"A satisfying, suspenseful novel with an engaging heroine."
In Diskin's debut mystery-thriller, a Chicago lawyer discovers a dead body and becomes entangled in a dangerous conspiracy. Read full book review >
Cover art for BY U.S. BONDS
INDIE
Released: June 1, 2013

"A worthwhile rock 'n' roll memoir, and an inspiring story about following one's bliss. "
Rock 'n' roll pioneer Bonds details his remarkable half-century career in popular music. Read full book review >
Cover art for Best Gay Stories 2013
INDIE
Released: June 1, 2013
edited by Steve Berman

"A fine showcase of emerging and small-press authors."
The latest edition of the yearly anthology series offers a vivid cross section of contemporary gay life. Read full book review >
Cover art for Divine Secrets of the Ta-Ta Sisterhood
INDIE
Released: June 1, 2013

"An engaging story of one woman's cancer fight."
A funny, honest memoir of breast cancer. Read full book review >
Cover art for Wilde Stories 2013
INDIE
Released: June 15, 2013
edited by Steve Berman

"An impressive collection brimming with originality."
Editor Berman (Wilde Stories 2012, etc.) compiles an eerie, moving volume of gay-themed speculative fiction. Read full book review >
Cover art for To Sing Frogs
INDIE
Released: June 15, 2013

"An odd yet effective mix of cynicism and sentimentality."
A frank account of the challenges faced by an American family seeking to adopt five children from Russia. Read full book review >
Cover art for RESTRIKE
INDIE
Released: June 16, 2013

"A colorful start to a new art-world mystery series."
Southern belle cousins, now players in the New York City art scene, investigate a suspicious death and other strange activities surrounding the sale of rare art prints in Williams' debut mystery. Read full book review >
Cover art for The Rebellion of Miss Lucy Ann Lobdell
INDIE
Released: June 18, 2013

"A well-crafted "memoir" of an unforgettable person, with plenty of questions about freedom, love and responsibility."
A fictional memoir of Lucy Ann Lobdell, a 19th-century American woman who sought her freedom while disguised as a man. Read full book review >
Cover art for Pulling Taffy
INDIE
Released: June 23, 2013

"A poignant, heartfelt memoir that offers support and inspiration."
A touching account of a daughter turned caregiver to her dementia-afflicted mother. Read full book review >
Cover art for Shattered Paradise
INDIE
Released: July 1, 2013

"Wonderfully evokes Nicaragua's enchanting beauty and the enormity of its loss."
In her debut work, Araguti recalls her childhood in Nicaragua against the backdrop of the country's revolutionary war. Read full book review >
Cover art for From Rum To Roots
INDIE
Released: July 4, 2013

"Simplistic execution belies an emotionally charged narrative shaped by the main characters' pasts and by Jamaican history."
Two Jamaican immigrants find love and success together in America selling a popular tonic, but the pain they left on the island still impedes their happiness. Read full book review >