John Staughton, Senior Reviewer

A prophetic and breathless drama, Change by NG Nelson is a creative explosion of visionary fiction kicking off a new sci-fi saga. There is non-stop energy bouncing between these intertwined narratives, immersing readers in a semi-dystopian future where loyalty has a price tag and technology is inseparable from existence. Driven by compelling characters and a sprawling, era-spanning plot, with conspiracy and betrayal around every turn, this is a truly relentless story. An experienced editor could manage some of the linguistic madness, and find a better balance between internal monologue, narration, and dialogue, but the pace is electric from start to […]

A colorful and info-packed guide to some of the best eating in South Florida, Keys Eats: Signature Recipes and Noteworthy Restaurants from the Florida Keys & Key West by Pamela Childs is far more than an average dining guide. Boasting profiles of local chefs, the backstories of legendary eateries, and unique recipes for signature dishes, this genre-defying read is a must-have if you’re a resident of the Keys, a food lover who loves to travel, or someone who wants to try Florida delicacies from their own kitchen. Reminiscent of Joy Williams’ personal guide to Florida, this book is a delectable […]

Author Ayla Doan delivers a powerful, mind-bending, and inspiring introduction to astral studies with Soul Stuff: A Personal Journey with Spirit Work and Past Life Regression. While the book might be more quickly understood or valued by a reader familiar with the topics at hand, this book is also ideal for those new to ideas of emotional energy, shadow selves, astral planes, connecting with the spirit world, and accessing past lives, as Doan’s voice is so clear and engaging. Told largely through anecdotes and stories that take the form of personal parables, the author reveals a great deal about […]

A powerful memoir of one woman’s decade-long battle with infertility, I Hear Some People Just Have Sex: An Infertility Memoir with an Ambiguous Ending is vulnerable, wise, emotionally charged, and deeply human. Sandra Vasher writes in a raw and confessional tone, but there are also splashes of humor, reminding readers that there are many different strategies for thriving and surviving in this situation. Vasher’s narrative gives a brutally honest peek behind the curtain of fertility treatments, but is also an inspiring story of a resilient woman defying the odds in myriad ways, even when her luck seems annually absent. With […]