In a future where Big Pharma has cracked the code to resurrection, the undead walk among the living – for a time, and for a price. However, not everyone who receives the “Blessing” chooses to use their extra time on the right side of the law, which is where the Bureau of Undead Investigation comes in. Abby and Lukas approach the job differently – one by the book, the other by […]
A reluctant hero’s journey of self-discovery like no other, The Day of the Space Voyager by James Parker Walker is a gripping tale of aliens, angels, and ancient protectors of the stars.
When a solitary thinker, William Henry, encounters an interstellar traveler named Axzum one cold Colorado night, he is launched on an incredible journey into the unknown, even as he continues to explore the depths of his own consciousness and identity. Learning more about his connection to Axzum and his mysterious home planet, Will must come to terms with the truth of his eons-long mission.
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An unassuming yet continually compelling poetry collection, Telling It All: Trauma And the Unspeakable Truths by Jenna Casey, PsyD is a minimalistic exploration of unavoidable suffering and the need for resilience. Varied in poetic form and style, but sharply focused on past trauma, pain, grief, and loss, Casey’s vulnerable poetry is raw and relentless in its message. Though some of the pieces can feel too brief for the complexity of their subject matter, there is a cathartic power in the stark style. Empowering and comforting for readers who have experienced similar hardships and heartbreak, these visceral short-form pieces carry a […]
A dimension-bending, time-leaping adventure through past lives and nightmare realms, Simon’s Dream of Tomorrow’s Structure by Jeremy Howe is the sprawling second piece of a genre-defying series. Simon Verner may have bested his brother Mubiru once, continuing their ancient cycle of epic conflict, but the villains of the dying Dark Dimension have a new scheme to bring an end to the human world. Relying on strong friendships and the generations of wise warriors before him, Simon becomes embroiled in more corporal mysteries as sinister forces descend on his new home. Whimsical, mystical, gritty, and creative, this unassuming novel patiently plays […]
A soul-baring collection of melancholy poetry, Always Something Heartfelt by Ashton Harper dives into the poet’s complex journey through desire, romance, and heartbreak.
Harper’s poetry swings from pleading and passionate appeals to broken and bitter reflections, anecdotal memories captured in nostalgic verse, and off-the-cuff pushbacks against unwanted emotions. The poetry matures as the book progresses, expanding into ponderings of negative energy, selfishness, regret, personal responsibility, and mental liberation, but the undercurrent ideas of intimacy and an existential quest for love is consistent. Versatile in tone, form, and energy, Harper is a gritty poet who revels in vulnerable confession.
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Delivering a mind-bending, sensorial, and wildly enjoyable read, Divergent Realms: Science Fiction and Fantasy Stories About Neurodivergence, compiled by Riley Odell, is a collection of meticulously crafted cutting-edge fiction. From rescue missions outside reality and century-long space journeys to picking cursed flowers in twisted fairy tales, these visionary stories blur the fringes of science and speculative fiction, boasting an award-winning lineup of uniquely gifted writers. Exploring the nuanced complexities of psychology and human physiology through eclectic storytelling and boundless world-building, this is a celebration of the mind, the future, and the magic that remains undiscovered in our own world.
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A decadent plunge into the endless desires and hidden dangers of life in Sin City, Chicks and Dice: A Las Vegas Romance by Normand Pigeon is a glitzy romp through the wilds of sex, power, and Bacchanalian temptation. For a man who makes his living creating the facade of attraction, falling in actual love is bad for business, but the seedy heart of Vegas is known for its surprises. Bouncing madly between luxury casinos, exquisite suites, top-shelf restaurants, and breathless rendezvous, the novel is a titillating exposé of the inner workings of Vegas that is perfect for seasoned gamblers and […]
In a once-magical realm now ruled by an iron fist, one young woman must liberate the forces within to change the world, and save those she loves, in The Last Refuge by Christina Bacilieri. A rebellious YA fantasy thriller with an apocalyptic edge, this first installment of the Stealing Sanctuary series is a stunning foundation for what’s to come.
Over a century ago, magic was outlawed and shuttered away behind the forbidden borders of Etabon by the Founding Ruling Board, who claimed that the elimination of magic would save the planet from constant war and an age of darkness. However, […]