FICTION

MANITOULIN MEMORIES

by W.J. Reeves

A beautiful, tragic glimpse into isolation, family and coming of age. Full review >

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Where They Bury You

by Steven W. Kohlhagen

In this rough-and-tumble frontier story, endless layers of deceit up the ante and interest. Full review >

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MYSTERY & DETECTIVE

SIREN SONG

by Jo Greenwood

An accomplished launch of a promising new spirituality-focused small-town series. Full review >

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FICTION

THE MAN WITH A CHARMED LIFE

by Graham Fulbright

Henry is indelible, and Fulbright smartly surrounds him with equally memorable characters in this exceptional outing. Full review >

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Home Is Where Your Boots Are

by Kalan Chapman Lloyd

Featuring a heroine worth accompanying home, this brief yet punchy debut begs for a sequel. Full review >

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WATER GHOSTS

by Linda Collison

A witty YA voyage with plenty of narrative power. Full review >

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BUSINESS

THE COLLECTIVISTIC PREMISE

by Eli Merchant

A concise, persuasive argument for the importance of the collective in economics. Full review >

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THIS CRAZY QUILT

by Jill Edelman

A must-read for parents of special needs children nearing adulthood. Full review >

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FICTION

Willamina Mermaid & the Quest for the Crystal of Light

by J. A. Kelly

A clever, fast-paced story that should delight young readers hungry for magical stories. Full review >

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FICTION

Lyleith Awakening

by W. F. Hauck

A fun-house mirror version of The Handmaid’s Tale, with extra-potent chocolates thrown in. Full review >

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NONFICTION

ALL IN GOOD TIME

by Martha J. Biery

A gently resonant little book as pleasant as a walk in the park. Full review >

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