by admin | Mar 12, 2025 | Children & Middle Grade |
Does your child find it hard to fall asleep? If they do, then The Sleep Switch is for you! “The Sleep Switch” is a delightful children’s book that captivates young minds while teaching them valuable relaxation techniques. In this enchanting tale, different children discover their own sleep switch—their natural ability to calm their bodies and minds for a peaceful slumber. Through mindfulness, meditation, and gentle breathing practices, they embark on a whimsical journey that sooths every part of their being.You will appreciate the soothing narrative that guides your little ones toward a restful night’s sleep. With every page, a different child learns to embrace relaxation, taking deep breaths and experiencing the sensations within their bodies. The story lovingly bids goodnight to each part of the body, encouraging a sense of gratitude and relaxation from head to toe.“The Sleep Switch” combines age-old wisdom into an easy-to-follow book for children that could help them:Get a better night’s sleepReduced stress or worryImprove attentionFall asleep fasterEstablish a lifelong sleep routineAnd more…”The Sleep Switch” is not just a story; it’s an essential tool for parents to teach their children how to unwind and find serenity before bedtime. With its charming illustrations and calming words, this book is perfect for children aged 3 and above, helping them drift off into dreamland with ease.Learning how to relax themselves to sleep will empower your child for a lifetime.
by admin | Mar 12, 2025 | Cozy Mystery |
Mystery author Victoria Rienzi goes back home to the Jersey Shore to take a break from writing murder mysteries—only to find herself caught in the middle of some real ones… Book One: Murder and MarinaraVictoria Rienzi heads back to the Jersey shore to explore her family’s roots and the specialty Italian cuisine their restaurant, the Casa Lido, is famous for. But she barely hits town before she finds that Oceanside Park is abuzz about a reality show slated to film on its beach. But when the show’s brash producer winds up face down in the tomato garden after eating at the restaurant, things look bleak for the Rienzi clan—and Victoria finds herself in some hot pasta water. She served the dead man his last meal, her ex-boyfriend prepared it, and now the Casa Lido is on the verge of closing. That’s when her formidable nonna gives her a new job: solve the murder before the summer season starts and save the Casa Lido. With her deadline only days away, this saucy sleuth jumps into action—but can Victoria serve up the culprit before it’s too late?“So good I could taste it.” New York Times bestselling author Stephanie EvanovichBook Two: The Wedding Soup MurderWhen Vic’s exacting nonna puts her in charge of catering the soup course for a wedding at the exclusive Belmont Country Club, it’s not long before trouble is simmering in the kitchen. Three temperamental chefs are butting heads, their sous chefs are throwing punches, and the formidable club president, Elizabeth Merriman, antagonizes everyone around her. Though the wedding goes off without a hitch, by the time the happy couple and their guests depart, Elizabeth Merriman is missing. When her body is found on the beach the next morning, it appears that the country club president slipped from the top of the seawall, but Vic isn’t convinced. Did the club president, aka The Iron Lady, finally push someone too far? And did that someone push her back–into the arms of death?“A tightly plotted whodunit that will have readers guessing right to the end, the book blends mystery with comedy, romance, family drama, a vivid and affectionate portrayal of the Jersey shore and … oh yes, cooking.” -New Jersey MonthlyBook Three: A Dish Served ColdWhen Victoria and her family host a 75th anniversary celebration at the Casa Lido, the party gets crashed twice—once by down-on-his-luck family friend Pete Petrocelli, and then by a seasonal hurricane, leaving much of Oceanside Park without power. When the lights come back on, a drunken Pete is the only casualty of the storm, found face down in the flooded carousel house on the boardwalk. Though his death appears to be an accident, Victoria remembers Pete saying he “knew things” that would make a good mystery story. As Victoria digs deeper, she uncovers a missing family relative presumed dead in Italy, Atlantic City crime connections, and cold case that gets hotter by the minute. Turns out Pete did have a story to tell—one that nobody ever got to hear. . .”A perfect storm of great atmosphere, likeable characters, excellent plotting, and nifty transitions between New Jersey’s past and present. Highly recommended!”-Suspense MagazineEach book contains recipes!
by admin | Mar 12, 2025 | Dark & Urban Fantasy |
Magical assassin Trevor Blane’s latest assignment should be straightforward, but his intended target brings with her major complications. Battling his escalating attraction to the woman he’s meant to eliminate and the haunting whispers of his conscience, he finds himself deep in a troublesome trench.Earth witch Soleil Stephens, dedicated to restoring the world’s dwindling resources, finds herself in the crosshairs of those who seek to stop her. From the moment she meets the enigmatic Death Dealer, she knows her time is limited, both in life and love.Trapped together on the island of a notorious black-market plant dealer, Trevor’s mission takes an unexpected turn as he realizes his true purpose may be to safeguard Soleil, not end her. But he’s cursed with a belief that love leads to death for those connected to the Blane lineage, and he fights his growing feelings for her despite their undeniable chemistry.Navigating a dangerous dance of desire and deception, they must unravel the mystery of who wants Soleil’s demise and why. Defying fate comes with its own perilous price, and if they dare embrace love, they risk igniting a chain of events that could lead to their ultimate destruction.BOOKS IN THE SENTINELS OF MAGIC SERIESThe Aether – availableThe Death Dealer – coming soon!The Seer – 03.2025
by admin | Mar 12, 2025 | General Nonfiction |
The story of a small town football hero whose obsession and steroid rage led to murder is revealed in “this fine true-crime tale” (Publishers Weekly). A star athlete with a winning smile, Pernell Jefferson had no trouble attracting women. But his charming exterior belied his brutally violent tendencies. After walking away from a football career with the Cleveland Browns, he was addicted to steroids and nearly destitute. That’s when he set his sights on Regina Butkowski. Pernell obsessively called and showed up to her home unannounced—and he battered her when she turned her attention toward other men. When Regina disappeared, the Butkowski family knew who was responsible. But even after police discovered Regina’s charred remains in a small Virginia town, they refused to question the man most likely linked to the brutal crime. In Deadly Goals, veteran author Wilt Browning explores the devastating details of Pernell Jefferson’s past, the disturbing nature of his crimes, and the Butkowski family’s pleas for justice that led to his arrest. Deadly Goals was previously published under the title Where the Wildflowers Grow.
by admin | Mar 12, 2025 | Science Fiction |
You’re about to enter a post-truth world. A world dominated by artificial intelligence.A cruel exam separates members of the Establishment from the Plebeians. A pass ensures an easy life, and a failure… well, let’s not talk about that now.Stephen ‘Mac’ Mackenzie, Yoshiko Williams and Dinesa ‘Ditz’ Agrawal score one hundred percent and are sent to Cambridge to learn the art and science of being a ‘Tech’, one of the secret few responsible for maintaining progress and stability. Yoshiko is keen to escape and visit her beloved Uncle; Dinesa wants to help her brother, and Mac is about to learn the realities of power.Find yourself in this fast-paced point-of-view novel and feel yourself being pulled in.
