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Best Indie Books of April

FICTION

CONSTELLATIONS OF SCARS

by Melissa Eskue Ousley

An indelible story of loving yourself in a world of dreadful realities. Full review >

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ROMANCE

SHADOW & POISON

by J.B. Curry

A torrid, atmospheric fantasy that satisfies on all fronts. Full review >

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BUSINESS

THE GREAT AMERICAN HOUSING BUBBLE

by Adam J. Levitin & Susan M. Wachter

A trenchant analysis of the berserk market dynamics that laid low the American economy. Full review >

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