John Staughton, Senior Reviewer

A shocking story of bias and injustice perpetrated by one of the country’s largest health insurance companies, Contemptible: A surgeon’s battle for justice against insurance giant Cigna and a biased federal bench by John B Hackert, MD is an eye-opening and anger-inducing read. Densely detailing his legal battle against this manipulative healthcare giant, the book will be particularly accessible and jarring for those familiar with the health sector and the relevant legal procedures, but any American who has ever been frustrated at their insurance company will find this brief memoir relatable. While the writing could certainly be polished for awkward […]

Another perilous and entertaining adventure in The Ember Files series, Chimera and Curses is a clever and action-packed work of fantasy. Kori’s spellbinding skills have improved since her dangerous dance with the Ember Stone, but navigating the normies while keeping her growing powers in check is a challenge. When she and her Squad of Influence fly off to Costa Rica, Canada, and more in search of a rare creature of myth, their newfound status as heroes will be put to the test, particularly with shapeshifters and mind-controllers on the loose. Boasting a casual clash of real-world and magical elements, this […]

Confidently addressing the implicit flaws of humanity both past and present, Steven A. Zecola proposes radically creative solutions in Living in an Imperfect World and What To Do About It. From critiques of leadership during the Covid pandemic to fundamental failings of the Constitution and dangerous economic loopholes that need to be closed, Zecola uses anecdotal stories, personal experience, and hard data to prove his enlightening points. The myriad issues discussed here will resonate with anyone who has ever been frustrated by the US medical system, FDA regulations, taxes, our inaction on climate change, and many other societal problems. […]