by Betta Ferrendelli

4.7 stars – 135 reviews

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In Point of Origin, the seventh installment of the Samantha Church Mystery Series, investigative journalist Samantha Church once again finds herself embroiled in a complex web of deceit and danger as she delves into a perplexing case that hits too close to home.
Serial arsonists set a devastating house fire that kills Carol Brown, the best friend of her daughter, April. Haunted by April’s grief and despair, Sam embarks on a journey to avenge Carol’s death and bring the killers to justice.
As the book unfolds, Sam finds herself drawn into a difficult case with roots buried deep in the past. With her journalistic instincts aflame, Sam sets out on a relentless pursuit of the truth, determined to uncover the elusive origin that ties these destructive events together. As Sam digs deeper into the case, she uncovers long-buried secrets and confronts powerful forces determined to keep the truth hidden at any cost. Joined by her loyal friends and allies, Sam navigates through a labyrinth of suspicious characters, each harboring their own dark secrets. But as Sam edges closer to the truth, she realizes that she may not only be putting herself, but her daughter and the ones she loves, in the crosshairs of dangerous adversaries—enemies who will stop at nothing to keep their motives and secrets hidden.
Point of Origin is an engrossing tale of deception, betrayal and redemption that will keep readers and fans of the mystery series on edge until the very last page. With its intricate plot twists and compelling characters, this latest installment in the Samantha Church Mystery Series will captivate fans of suspense and intrigue alike.

by A.H. Morris

4.4 stars – 27 reviews

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Winner of the 2024 Bronze Readers’ Favorite Book Award in Poetry Travel through the human condition with succinctly worded verses that linger long in your mind even after you’ve closed the book. These poems offer a different perspective and a lovely way to view the world.

by Chul Hyun

4.7 stars – 12 reviews

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A Korean American Doctor’s Discoveries about Culture, Identity, Running, and Patient Care

Chul Hyun’s charismatic memoir inspires us to keep pushing toward our goals, even later in life. In relatable anecdotes and heartfelt stories, he encourages everyone to take control of their lives and pursue their passions with purpose and determination. He offers a refreshing perspective on the power of introspection, emboldening others to ask themselves the tough questions and reflect on their growth and persistence.

Hyun’s story, from early childhood in South Korea, to arriving in the US as a nineteen-year-old immigrant, to his ever-evolving journey as a respected physician and marathon runner, reveals his enduring purpose and love of family. In his exploration of immigrants’ struggle to distinguish their own identity in a multicultural society, he shares valuable insights on how he created peace and harmony within himself.

Hyun’s late-career decision to earn an additional degree and transition to public health inspires midlife readers to continue pursuing their dreams. His central metaphor—life as a marathon, a long game that takes patience and perseverance—offers a motivating force readers can apply to their own lives.

by M J Lee

4.6 stars – 1,828 reviews

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Discovering a Christmas Past to deliver a Christmas Present.

When an antique dealer asks Jayne Sinclair, genealogical investigator, to discover the provenance of a first edition of Charles Dickens’, A Christmas Carol, she is faced with one of the most difficult challenges of her career.

How does she find the family of the mysterious man in the hand-written dedication, when all she has is a name, a place, Victorian Manchester, and a date, December 19, 1843?

She has just three days to uncover the truth before the auction. Even worse, she faces spending her own Christmas alone; her family having decided to visit relatives in Scotland.

Jayne is in a race against time to find the family of the man and the reason why Dickens wrote the dedication. Even more, she has to dig deep within herself to find the true joy of Christmas. A secret discovered by Charles Dickens many years ago.

Can she find the truth behind a Christmas past to deliver a Christmas present?

by H.Y. Hanna

4.3 stars – 7,575 reviews

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“They say you have to make sacrifices to follow your dreams. I just didn’t expect the sacrifices to involve an American tourist and a killer scone.” ~ Gemma ditches her high-flying job and returns to Oxford to pursue her dream of opening a traditional English tearoom. It means moving back in with her parents and coping with her bossy, matchmaking mother, but she’s sure it’ll all be worth it. In fact, business is already booming… that is, until an American tourist is found dead in her teas hop, killed by one of her signature scones!

Now Gemma is apron-deep in a murder mystery with unexpected links to Oxford University and her own past as a student there. And the situation only gets stickier when the handsome CID detective leading the case turns out to be her old college flame! With the meddling “Old Biddies” from the local village poking their noses into everything, and her cheeky cat causing chaos in the kitchen, Gemma is beginning to find herself in a real jam. After all, murder is bad for business, especially when customers start thinking your scones are more deadly than delicious…

With the body count rising and her tearoom going bust, can Gemma find the killer before her future turns to custard? Find out in this hilarious British cozy mystery filled with quirky characters, unexpected twists and a cat with a big personality. With a nod to the classic whodunits of Agatha Christie, this book is a treat you won’t want to miss!

by Jeffrey B. Miller

4.5 stars – 43 reviews

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“An excellent history that should catapult Miller to the top tier of popular historians.” Kirkus Starred Review

During World War I the American-led, private organization named the Commission for Relief in Belgium (CRB) initiated, organized, and supervised the largest food and relief drive the world had ever seen. Working in concert with its counterpart in Belgium, the Comite National, the CRB fed and clothed for four years nearly 10 million Belgians and northern French trapped behind German lines.

Young, idealistic Americans (called CRB delegates) volunteered to go into German-occupied Belgium to guarantee the food would not be taken by the Germans. These humanitarian crusaders had to maintain strict neutrality in what they said and did as they watched the Belgians suffer under the harsh German regime.

Covering August 1914 through December 1914, this nonfiction book follows a handful of CRB delegates, a twenty-two-year-old Belgian woman, two U.S. diplomats, the head of the CRB, and a Belgian businessman and a Belgian priest who team up to fight the German occupation.

One of America’s finest hours in helping others is a story that few have heard.