MEET THE AUTHOR! A conversation with Peter Gribble, Author of “Quickening”

May 27, 2024

Peter Gribble studied art at Sheridan School of Design (Oakville, Ontario) and psychology and education at University of Toronto. He worked in bookstores in Toronto, Montréal, and Vancouver, then, for twenty-five years, in a major garden centre in Burnaby, BC. He wrote for NUVO and local magazines in Vancouver including monthly gardening columns for over ten years. He has loved writing ever since he was a boy. … More MEET THE AUTHOR! A conversation with Peter Gribble, Author of “Quickening”

“The Upright Tower” by Jamie Eubanks

May 27, 2024

“The Upright Tower” is a survival story. In tarot card readings, each card has unique interpretations. For example, “The Tower” can signify crisis, danger, and sudden unforeseen change. When the cards are laid “upright” or reversed, the interpretations vary based on their direction. The upright Tower card includes interpretations of liberation, destruction, and learning. The person receiving the reading decides how much significance to give to these interpretations. … More “The Upright Tower” by Jamie Eubanks

“The Upright Tower” by Jamie Eubanks

May 27, 2024

When Los Angeles police officer Alex Santos helps capture the Tarot Card Killer, the madman throws an ominous prophecy his way. Santos shrugs it off as the ravings of a lunatic and tries to move on, but the risks he took to make the arrest draw the ire of his superiors and he’s sent on a month-long forced vacation to a cabin in rural Louisiana. It’s here that he discovers an empty town, a mysterious woman dressed in Victorian garb, no phone or electricity, and a seemingly endless list of unanswered questions. However, just as things begin to come together, a bizarre twist sends both him and his companion into a tailspin. … More “The Upright Tower” by Jamie Eubanks

“Open This Book” by Sara Lohse

May 27, 2024

Got a story to share but don’t know how to tell it? Or maybe you like telling stories but don’t know how to put them to use in your career or personal life. Either way, “Open This Book: The Art of Storytelling for Aspiring Thought Leaders” by Sara Lohse is the book for you. Maybe you tell stories to pass the time at work. Guess what? You’re connecting with people. How? Let the author explain it all in her friendly and conversational way. She’s done the research, checked out the statistics and run the data. Now she’s here to share with you everything you need to know about storytelling – and how you can put it to use for you. … More “Open This Book” by Sara Lohse

“You Can’t Leave the House Naked” by Lindsey Bernay

May 24, 2024

Dressing on purpose is the empowered message woven throughout the fabric of “You Can’t Leave the House Naked: Uncover Your Power by Living and Dressing on Purpose” by Lindsey Bernay. This treasure trove of self-development offers a thoughtfully curated collection of reflective “Try This On” exercises, client-focused “Styling Stories,” and author-advice-inspired “Lindsey’s Tips.” With expertise and authority, Bernay catwalks readers through a 10-day realization practice designed to transform the way anybody can show up for themselves. A top industry-leading luxury stylist who has outfitted thousands of women, Bernay helps clients discover and hone their personal power by dressing with more intention. … More “You Can’t Leave the House Naked” by Lindsey Bernay

“Two Dead Billionaires” by Luke Patrick Sheldon

May 24, 2024

“Two Dead Billionaires” by Luke Patrick Sheldon is set in a country rarely featured in a murder mystery: Iceland. Detective Hekla Fritzdóttir of the National Bureau of Investigation is investigating the case of her life, the gruesome murder of Jack Drumman, an American billionaire, in Iceland’s most luxurious hotel. The investigation soon unearths a dangerous conspiracy that involves various people in powerful positions and the suspense intensifies when Steingrímur Eggertsson, Iceland’s wealthiest citizen, is the second billionaire killed. … More “Two Dead Billionaires” by Luke Patrick Sheldon

“The Sapien Empire” by Nathan Ogloff

May 23, 2024

“The Sapien Empire” is the first book in an exciting new science fiction series by Nathan Ogloff. In it, the people of the Domain are on the precipice of resurgence. With power struggles, the battle for survival, and technological advancements that hauntingly reflect our own societal challenges, be warned – once you start this saga, you’re unlikely to be able to put it down! … More “The Sapien Empire” by Nathan Ogloff

“Wylde Oates” by Dell Brand

May 22, 2024

Spending twelve hours a day in the cotton mill is tedious work. Still, for teenage Tom Wylde, it’s a small price to pay to provide for his four siblings and ailing father back in Carluke. But bright-eyed Tom’s biggest motivator is securing a future with his beautiful lass in New Lanark, Miss Isabella (Bella) Oates. The two are hopelessly in love. Despite his impeccable moral compass and exciting plans for the future, one poor decision finds Tom accused of murder and facing fourteen years in prison. … More “Wylde Oates” by Dell Brand

“Poems for Princesses with Peas Under Their Mattresses” by Maithy Vu

May 22, 2024

Is “Poems for Princesses with Peas Under Their Mattresses” for those in the pursuit of being a princess, or is it a cautionary reimagining of the fairy tale misnomers and myths of being a princess?

“I kissed a frog and never sought a prince again,”
Maithy Vu writes. … More “Poems for Princesses with Peas Under Their Mattresses” by Maithy Vu