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Cover art for WHOLE LATTE LIFE
INDIE
Released: March 12, 2012

"Despite the stream-of-consciousness style that leaves the reader feeling somewhat distant from the story, DeMaio pulls off a wandering, thoughtful story that surprises with its insight and emotional impact."
Debut author DeMaio sketches the mid-life crisis of a 40-year-old woman and shows that turmoil can lurk behind even the most serene of façades. Read full book review >
Cover art for RED, RIGHT, RETURN
INDIE
Released: Dec. 5, 2011

"A perfect summer thriller for young readers."
In Sherwin's debut middle-grade novel, a young boy and his sister do battle with a band of treasure hunters in the Florida Keys. Read full book review >
Cover art for THE GIRL WHO FISHED WITH A WORM
INDIE
Released: Dec. 1, 2011

"A fun farce that will either anger or delight the throngs of hopeful Larsson fans."
Readers hungry for more Stieg Larsson will find much to laugh about in this clever, tongue-in-cheek adventure starring Gotilda Salamander and Jerker Rhindtwist. Read full book review >
Cover art for ONE BLOOD
INDIE
Released: Nov. 29, 2011

"A gutsy book that blazes trails, plotted at a breakneck speed that won't let up."
A governor and his sordid past are at the heart of a tale of retribution in Amaru's stunning debut novel. Read full book review >
Cover art for UNTRACEABLE
INDIE
Released: Nov. 29, 2011

"A riveting tale of family ties, friendship and community loyalty."
Gutsy teen Grace, who is much more at home fly fishing, hiking and tracking bears through the woods than hanging out at the mall or chasing boys, has a mission--to prove that her father is still alive. Read full book review >
Cover art for PANDORA'S KEY
INDIE
Released: Nov. 20, 2011

"With vivid imagery, compelling characters and plenty bursts of action, this first novel weaving mythology and contemporary teenage troubles is thrillingly memorable."
The first book in a trilogy about Pandora's Box in the modern world and how Pandora's descendent holds the key but is only just beginning to understand her power. Read full book review >