by Deidra R. Moore-Janvier, Esq. “What is slavery?” This innocent question posed by the author’s child led the writer to compile an insightful and thorough journey through ancestral culture and history. Designed as an innocuous conversation between a mother and her child, the story the author provides begins as you might expect it to. A considerate …

by Alexandra Delis-Abrams Ph.D. Three factors influence our ability to create the life we want. Alexandra Delis-Abrams, Ph.D., illustrates these core principles all too well in her book, “Attitudes, Beliefs and Choices: Are Yours Creating the Life You Desire?” Reading this book is a capital “I” for insightful and inspirational as it invites readers to recognize …

Author Ms. Ryke Leigh Douglas has published a children’s book, “The Tale of Tumeleng,” that is already receiving rave reviews from readers. Her work tells the story of Tumeleng, a young elephant who goes on a journey to discover the beauty and danger of nature and the importance of family along the way. Tumeleng lives …

by Camilla Outzen Rantsen “Guynecology” is a collection of short stories about relationships, drama, and the random absurdity of everyday life in Los Angeles. Told through the lenses of a freewheeling narrator from Denmark, author Camilla Outzen Rantsen weaves fantastic tales that leave you entertained yet contemplative. Marketed as an “intersection” between men and women, …

Of the few works of fiction, “The Queen’s Gambit” is one of the few that captures the reader’s attention and holds it throughout. Due to its compelling story, complex characters, and weighty themes, the novel and its Netflix adaptation have become cultural touchstones. Audiences from all across the world have found inspiration and enjoyment in …

by J. Arthur Moore The book Twelfth Winter by J. Arthur Moore paints an enthralling and captivating image of Michael’s world. From the first pages, the reader takes in all the exquisite maps, drawings, and photographs of the characters that make this enchanting story come alive. The narrative follows a train arriving at the southern …

by Stephanie Lombardi-Terranova “Peanut Butter in the Middle” by Stephanie Lombardi-Terranova is a pleasant children’s book that shows the struggles of being the middle child through the eyes of a young boy. Written in short, rhyming lines, the book follows the boy’s day-to-day routine and his feelings of being left out or overshadowed by his …

Warning: This article mentions triggering events such as sexual assault. Readers should heed caution before proceeding. Many culminate the end of awards season with The Oscars. One of the night’s biggest winners was “Women Talking,” an American drama film written and directed by Sarah Polley. The film’s plot was adapted from the titular book, “Women Talking” by Miriam Toews, …

by Bob Perrill Long ago, the drow and sylvan elves lived in harmony on the earth’s surface. However, conflict soon arose and the drow race retreated to the Underdark found beneath the earth’s surface. Consumed by hatred and revenge, the drow developed into a vicious warrior species that valued domination and power above all. Northwood, …

by Olga Magdalena Lazin In Statism, It’s Recurring Cycles in Mexico and Romania by Olga Magdalena Lazin, readers are taken on an incredible ride through history to learn about the development of state-sanctioned regulation. Dr. Lazin offers a comprehensive overview of how governments wield power and control their citizens, thus providing insight into successful and …

by David Scott Joshua Rand is a twenty-six-year-old citizen who had just enlisted in the United States Army. After a failed pet grooming business with his ex-wife Lynn, he finds himself in a new environment far from his old life. From trading in his comfortable life in the suburbs to learning how to shoot rifles, …

by Eunice K. Juniel “Never did I view my crawls as a gift. Now through the unsullied lens of time, I can clearly see that it was my crawls that produced my strength and gave me the power to climb.” When you put your faith on paper for all to see, what does that look …

by Joanie O. McClinton “What is your favorite color?” is a charming children’s book that takes young readers through the world of colors… I was left in awe of the author’s captivating style. The use of language and colorful imagery is sure to keep you entranced from beginning to end—capturing the reader’s attention and sparking …

When it comes to classic coming-of-age books on Netflix, there’s nothing more enduring than Stephen Chbosky’s “The Perks of Being a Wallflower.” Set in the nineties, the protagonist is Charlie, an observant and introverted narrator who talks about his experience growing up in the suburbs of Pittsburgh. In 2012, Chbosky brought his work to the big screen …

by Dennis W.C. Wong “The Apricot Outlook of Katherine Koon Hung Wong” is a unique memoir of a Chinese American woman. Katherine “Katy” C. Wong was born on February 27, 1928. The author, Dennis W.C. Wong, the subject’s son, started this recording for a term paper in his Psychology class. After considerable research and editing, he …