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Set in 1941 East Tennessee, Hymns of Blue Hollow by Kemma MarShall follows Esther Primm as she seeks refuge at a secluded estate, where opening her heart to new attachments means risking everything. Selected for Midwest Book Review's October 2026 issue, this riveting historical romance explores love, grief, and survival in the American South.
A stand-alone novel in the We Are Not Saints universe — first love, a father's unexplained death, and the years in Chicago that shaped Tony Keating.
The story of the world of Olote continues in Bertron Hamill's upcoming release, The Reckoning of Olote, Tilfraes of Olote, Selections. In this book he relates the tale of the Wandering Son, a royal prince in exile and the Tilfraes of the Seasons, covering the siblings who manage the seasons of Olote.
Inside Volume 1: What’s Waiting for You?
Thought is everything. If you understand thought, you can understand mind. If you understand mind, you can understand consciousness. If you understand consciousness, you can understand the whole truth.
There are many fantasies about the ocean and each opens new views on the lore of the depths. In Sea Tales of Felae, Descent, a whole new twist on an ocean fantasy is presented.
Why would such a good man who loved so profoundly and helped so many people be killed? Why did he provoke opposition?
For all who love Lord of the Rings, Silmarillion and the Hobbit, you will love this first epic fantasy by Bertron Hamill. Much of his writing style is reflective of J.R.R. Tolkien and this book takes fantasy to a whole new level.
A vintage mystery, no forensics, no computers, just intuition and hard work to solve the crime with. In such a modern world these old school mysteries are the kind that can revive adventure and excitement, bringing back more of the mystery in mysteries.
Every year, organizations pour billions of dollars into projects that never deliver what they promised. Timelines slip, budgets balloon, and initiatives that looked unstoppable on a kickoff slide quietly disappear a year later. The uncomfortable truth is that most project failures are not caused by bad luck or a difficult market — they are caused by predictable, repeatable patterns that show up long before the first milestone is missed
Caroline was sentenced to hang, but did she do it. A true story.
A combination of physical and mental health is a powerful combination for living a purposeful and fulfilling life. Find easy-to-follow tips for building overall health.
Breaking Free is an article about the science fiction "The Elenauts" by Tarek Masud. The fiction depicts the challenges faced by those who dream of interplanetary or intersteller voyages.
Stress in Plants: The Hidden Half by Rishikesh Upadhyay provides an overview of the challenges of increasing crop or agricultural productivity to meet the deman…
Writing genuinely terrifying horror requires looking past standard jump scares and physical monsters. True dread comes from tapping into deep psychological anxieties that mirror real human vulnerabilities. This guide explores structural and psychological strategies to craft subversive stories that linger long after the final page is turned.
Crafting a compelling mystery is a delicate game of wits between the author and the reader. To succeed, you must leave a trail of authentic breadcrumbs while skillfully misdirecting your audience with false leads. This guide explores the strategic art of clue placement to build a satisfying puzzle.
Writing a successful thriller requires a deep understanding of narrative momentum and escalating tension. One of the most effective ways to hook your audience is by introducing a clear, unyielding deadline that threatens your characters. This guide breaks down the core structural steps to pace the panic and master the ticking clock plot device.
decades, high fantasy has been deeply anchored in the imagery of castles, knights, and feudal European landscapes. While these traditional settings are classic, expanding your horizons can breathe fresh life into your worldbuilding. This guide explores creative ways to look beyond medieval Europe to build truly unforgettable fantasy realms.
Crafting a modern space opera requires a delicate balance between grand galactic worldbuilding and intimate character development. While faster than light travel and planetary empires draw readers in, it is the emotional stakes that keep them turning pages. This guide explores how to ground your high tech sci-fi universe in relatable human experiences.
Designing a unique magic system is one of the most exciting choices a fantasy author can make. The rules governing your world's supernatural elements will shape your plot, your stakes, and your characters' struggles. This guide breaks down the core differences between hard and soft magic to help you find the perfect fit for your story.
Creating a sprawling science fiction universe is one of the most rewarding parts of the writing process. However, jamming pages of lore into your opening chapters can quickly alienate your audience. This guide explores practical toolkit strategies to weave complex exposition seamlessly into your narrative.
Authors know their stories better than anyone, but readers experience those stories without that inside knowledge. Learning to see a book through the reader's eyes can make writing stronger.
