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Best Indie Books of June

FICTION

THE FEAR OF LARGE AND SMALL NATIONS

by Nancy Agabian

Beautifully textured writing in a compelling tale that ponders identity and belonging. Full review >

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THRILLER & SUSPENSE

THE SYNDICATE SPY

by Brittany Butler

A storytelling tour de force—this espionage thriller delivers the goods in a big way. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

CHESTER AND THE MAGIC 8 BALL

by Lynn Katz

An uplifting middle-grade story that meets sadness head-on and cuddles up to what’s important in life. Full review >

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FICTION

DRAGON THIEF

by Blake Penn & Raven Penn

An exciting fantasy adventure and a great start to a promising new series. Full review >

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FICTION

DIVISIBLE MAN: Ten Keys West

by Howard Seaborne

An irresistible, high-stakes, cross-country adventure about a man with amazing gifts. Full review >

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