In The Gatekeeper, Martha Cecilia Rivera writes poignant fiction to show the shameful reality that should be unacceptable in the daily life of any society. Firone Monse had everything he wanted, except Almanza. Falling in love late in life was supposed to be his redemption, but what if she didn’t feel the same way? Would he let her go, or turn to darker means?
The Unexpected CEO by Shirin Behzadi shares a remarkable story from a frightened teenager leaving Iran to a determined leader of a billion-dollar company.
Bryan R. Saye’s That Such Men Lived delivers a gripping and human portrayal of survival, loss, and courage set against the brutal backdrop of World War II.
Through Johannes Schmitt’s harrowing journey from Nazi Germany to the battlefronts of Europe, the novel captures both the personal cost of war and the resilience of the human spirit.
In an era where Artificial Intelligence is transforming the fabric of society, Reimagining Government: Achieving the Promise of AI emerges as a timely exploration of how this technology can reshape public service. Authored by Faisal Hoque, Erik Nelson, and Thomas H. Davenport, this insightful book delves into the potential of AI to enhance government efficiency and effectiveness. Through clear strategies and real-world examples, the authors present a practical framework for policymakers and civic leaders to harness AI responsibly. This review will unpack the core themes and insights from the book, highlighting its significance in our rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Frannie James’s The Sylvan Hotel: A Seattle Story is a spooky mystery novel. The story follows Joann MacIntosh and her fellow staff at an eerie hotel in the countryside, where nothing is quite as it seems. It is not just a book but a story about friendship, dreams, ambitions, and finding who you are.
Eve only knows what Adam has told her. That God has created her for him, as a salvation for Adam. Eve believes him, but as she wonders, she becomes more and more curious. What’s the meaning of life? A mortal, destined to die? Are there any answers to her questions?
Mick Holden’s life is as dull as the bleak weather that rolls in from the Irish Sea. The Seagull’s Rest, a pub he frequents, collects others whose lives have wandered beyond sadness, slipping into a bleary state of indifference they don’t want to get out of.
Andrea doesn’t know why the way her daddy touched her was wrong, or how to explain what had happened to someone else—only that it was. At such a young age, all she understands is the uneasy feeling in her belly at the thought of it, and what her father told her: that it was her fault her mother went blind, and if she didn’t do as she was told, it would happen again.
What would fairy tales look like if they took a dark turn? Miguel Angel Hernandez Jr.’s Secrets of the Lost Village: A Red Riding Hood Mystery and the fourth book in The Twilight Nightmares series, is a twist on the well-known tale of Red Riding Hood.
In And I Blamed Canadian Winter Again: Poems East & West, Nepalese-Canadian poet Arun Budhathoki reflects on his journey between the snow-laden landscapes of New Brunswick and the towering Himalayas of his childhood.
