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Top 13 Indie Books for July


Cover art for COLLABORATION NATION
INDIE
Released: June 1, 2012

"More a practical how-to manual, short and to the point, than a study of the merits and disadvantages of outsourcing government."
A former Texas Railroad commissioner and current business consultant argues that government is undergoing a major transformation as it seeks ways to provide services profitably and effectively. Read full book review >
Cover art for CREATIVE MEDIATION
INDIE
Released: June 6, 2012

"An encouraging book that sheds light on unique, approachable ways to solve conflicts where people often walk away satisfied."
Glick details outside-the-box strategies to successfully mediate disputes. Read full book review >
Cover art for DESIGNER DIRTY LAUNDRY
INDIE
Released: June 5, 2012

"A diverting mystery that offers laughs and chills."
In Vallere's debut murder mystery, shoe-buyer and trend-spotter Samantha Kidd tries to figure out who killed her new boss--and why she's suddenly the prime suspect. Read full book review >
Cover art for DIET SUCCESS STRATEGIES
INDIE
Released: June 20, 2012

"A solid, helpful book full of solutions rather than gimmicks, and a voice that sticks long after the last page."
A guidebook to healthy strategies offers more than just advice on diet and nutrition. Read full book review >
Cover art for HEARTSTONE
INDIE
Released: June 15, 2012

"An allegorical, emotionally intimate narrative for sci-fi fans, with broad themes that could appeal to a mainstream audience, too."
The second installment of Atrium's Dolvia saga is a character-driven sci-fi tale that explores profound--and timely--themes of sexual oppression, environmentalism and cultural intolerance. Read full book review >
Cover art for PATRIOTIC GAMBLE
INDIE
Released: July 4, 2012

"A rocky but informative road to the White House."
In Gorman's (The Atkinsen Ticket, 2008, etc.) latest political thriller, the fate of the country rests in the hands of the Electoral College. Read full book review >