Book Reviews

"They traveled as mothers, sisters, wives, daughters, friends and lovers. Sometimes they traveled alone, whether by choice or circumstance, often forming deep connections with the people who crossed their paths." "The Pink Suitcase: 22 Tales of Women's Travel" Edited by Janna Graber

"Maze of Blood" by Marly Youmans is a visceral shot to the senses and a fine filament tugging at the imagination that examines the results of thwarted dreams and desires in the life of a young writer.

The third volume in de Pins’ ghoulish comic series broadens its scope beyond its not-so-innocent amusement park.

New novel, "A Hand to Hold" by Seconde Nimenya, shines a light on multicultural, middle-aged romance

The first volume in a military s-f trilogy provides a hard-knock take on intergalactic warfare.

Triss Stein is a fine story teller with a challenging story to tell, and "Brooklyn Secrets" is a story that resonates beyond its pages.

In "Wicked Lewiston, A Sinful Century" by Author and Historian Steven D. Branting, we are introduced to an area in Idaho that has a past of murder and mayhem that seems incomprehensible.

In "The Dinner Party" by Brenda Janowitz, we are introduced to two different families coming together for the first time. Their children's connection creates an occasion both families feel can only help.

"Busy, Stressed, and Food Obsessed!" by recovering food addict and self-professed Superwoman Lisa Lewtan is a savvy book about ditching the stress, guilt, and cravings — and learning how to feed mind, body and soul.

Productivity is all about setting the right priorities, say Dr. Jason Selk and Tom Bartow, authors of "Organize Tomorrow Today." Learn how to retrain your mind for optimal performance in 8 key ways.