We’re all aware of the contributions that the labor leader and civil rights activist Cesar Chavez has made in our world, and the spirit of his movement has again risen forth in the timely new historical fiction novel, “The Road to Delano”. In it, author John DeSimone introduces us to Jack Duncan, who … Read more
An adventure awaits! Imagine: it’s the summer of 1898, and as a teenager, you’re traveling to Alaska to brave a gauntlet of greedy, ruthless adversaries. The catalyst for this adventure? The historical fiction yarn “Hope City”, by Neil Gordon. Having established himself as a well-respected and prolific historical fiction novelist, Neil has written … Read more
The heat is ON! But our summer plans for vacation and fun aren’t what we’d hoped due to extended social distancing and lockdowns. But, all these days at home have given us lots of time to spend reading new books and enjoying quality time with our pups. What are you and your furry friends … Read more
Sometimes speculative fiction takes us on harrowing paths, but with an overall dry and entertaining sensibility. The writers who take us on such adventures are often some of the most fun — and frightening — to engage with. Case in point: Bill McCormick, author of “The Brittle Riders Trilogy”, described as “Lord of the … Read more
While we all get cranky from time to time, there’s a whole industry of books telling us not to be. Telling us to practice mindfulness and meditation. Implying there is something wrong with us if we can’t cope with the world. Too often, all of this makes us feel inferior, broken, and, well … Read more
The next US Presidential elections are happening in November 2020. The candidates, current president Donald Trump and former vice-president Joseph Biden, are getting a lot of attention globally. These elections are going to be intense! The competition is stiff, and many believe that the choice will decide the future of the US for many … Read more