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Kirkus Indie Books of the Month - January 2015

  • NONFICTION

    AMERICAN BOYS

    SEPT. 2, 2014

NONFICTION

AMERICAN BOYS

by Louise Esola

An intriguing, well-written and poignant work that transcends its historical genre. Full review >

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  • FICTION

    BITTER WATERS

    NOV. 3, 2014

FICTION

BITTER WATERS

by Chaz Brenchley

A fine collection that imbues fantasy, action and horror with real literary depth. Full review >

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  • FICTION

    BRIEF EULOGIES AT ROADSIDE SHRINES

    OCT. 7, 2014

  • CHILDREN'S

    The Balloon Is Doomed

    SEPT. 11, 2014

CHILDREN'S

The Balloon Is Doomed

by Christopher Eyton illustrated by A.M. Mundt

With gentle wit, this engaging picture book takes an original look at the value of appreciating what is rather than what... Full review >

FULL REVIEW >

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