Fifty-Two Stories should be subtitled fifty-two absolute delights from a master of literature. Many of these stories were written under deadline pressure in order to earn money to keep his family afloat financially, however, they each show the great capability that Chekhov demonstrated in his plays: scene-setting, character delineation, and an deep understanding of the […]
Composting is becoming more and more popular, but what does that mean to young children? One is never too young to build good habits that will help the world be a better place. This wonderful picture book explains what composting is, how easy it is to do, and how it can make the world a […]
Russell jolts awake, his world shattered by news of his brother Wyatt’s death in a devastating fire. The tragedy cuts deeper: Russell had desperately tried to save him. Now, a cruel twist of fate: mistaken identity. With bandages obscuring his face, Russell is thrust into the nightmare of being a prime arson suspect. Seeking refuge […]
The Indignation Parade and other Poems by F.R. Foksal is a beautifully done poetry collection. Foksal explores many themes throughout his work, including isolation, disconnection, and how one feels through the passage of time. His poems take a sort of gloomy outlook on these topics, but still do a fantastic job of conveying exactly how […]
I can’t help wondering if the title of this collection of short stories is an homage to a short story written by Agatha Christie. The author, Tessa Hadley, lives in Wales, where Christie often visited her family. Tessa Hadley has written three short story collections and eight novels. Her writing focuses on family and is […]
If anyone can call herself a “warrior poet,” it is Yael S. Hacohen. She draws from her experience as a soldier and lieutenant in the Israeli Defense Forces to craft this collection of poetry. The Dove That Didn’t Return investigates war, questions both violence and peace, and lives on the borders of humanity and cruelty. […]
Book Summary: Brady Wilks wished for a new life with a real family in the pre-boomtown years of Las Vegas, 1982. Instead, he finds himself in a precarious situation, struggling to belong and find his identity. Outcast as a teenage transplant from the Midwest and estranged at home, Brady forges a brotherly bond with an […]
Book Summary: Belonging Matters supports the adoption community while creating a conversation with those not directly touched by adoption. The collection explores the pursuit of identity and the boundaries of family and kinship. It challenges the reader to embrace all of who we come to be, and to discern with whom and where we belong. […]
Book Summary: Tensions are at a breaking point. The Western markets that once relied on Russian gas have turned to Israel for their energy needs. Furious, Russia surreptitiously moves to protect their interests by using their newfound ally, Iran, and Iran’s proxy militias. As Israel’s elite fighting forces and the Mossad go undercover, they detect […]
Joanna Hardis’ Just Do Nothing is a thought-provoking and enlightening exploration of the art of non-doing. Through her compelling storytelling and well-researched evidence, Hardis challenges societal expectations and invites readers to reevaluate their own relationship with busyness and productivity. Book summary: Is there a space between where you are and where you want to be? […]
