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Psych Rift Explores the High Stakes of Rewriting Your Past
Daniel J. Halacy IV's new novel Psych Rift: The Second Chance Agency uses a speculative technology that allows people to alter their pasts to probe de...

Chef MoBetta Launches Mrs. MoBetta, Blending Plant-Based Cuisine with Literary Reflection
Chef Monique Naté Holmes launches Mrs. MoBetta, a digital platform combining plant-based recipes, healthy living, and her documentary memoirs, signali...

Rusty Blackwood Offers Free Ebook of Prequel 'Before The Grandeur: The Making Of A Horsemaster'
Award-winning novelist Rusty Blackwood is offering her new ebook, 'Before The Grandeur: The Making Of A Horsemaster,' for free on September 10 and 11,...

Taylor Turner's 'My Story, God's Glory' Offers Hope for Imperfect Faith
In her new book, author and teacher Taylor Turner shares a raw testimony of faith, challenging the notion that doubt disqualifies believers from exper...

Letters to Heaven Offers Solace to the Grieving, Reminding Readers That Love Transcends Loss
Elizabeth Grace Harris's new book, Letters to Heaven, provides a heartfelt guide through grief, emphasizing the enduring nature of love and the healin...

New Memoir 'Within Touching Distance' Chronicles a Century of Change Through One Man's Life
Trevor C. Ashton's memoir offers a firsthand account of the 20th century, highlighting technological and social transformations and their impact on or...

Victor Stringer's Debut Poetry Collection 'Lingering Light' Explores Love, War, and Meaning
Victor Stringer's debut poetry collection 'Lingering Light' offers 80 poems spanning two decades, uniting themes of love, loss, fatherhood, spirituali...

New Children's Book 'Daufuskie Island Mysteries' Explores Gullah History and Haunted Lighthouse
The announcement of 'Daufuskie Island Mysteries: The Adventures of Sallie Anne Jenny Lynn' highlights a new children's book that intertwines local Gul...

Aaron's War Ebook Free on Amazon August 19-20, 2026
Bestselling author Richard McMaster's novel 'Aaron's War' will be free as an ebook on Amazon for two days, offering readers a powerful story of a Jewi...

Xuemo's Keynote at Global Sinology Conference Bridges Ancient Wisdom and AI Debate
At the 10th World Association for Chinese Studies Conference, author Xuemo argued that literature rooted in love and wisdom is essential in the AI era...

Bestselling Author Gina Iafrate Offers Free Ebook Download of 'The English Professor'
Gina Iafrate announces a free download of her award-winning novel 'The English Professor' on August 18-19, 2026, providing readers with an opportunity...

New Book Argues 'Try Harder' Isn't Enough for Struggling Students
A new book by Roger Stark and Betsy Hill challenges the common advice to 'try harder,' offering a framework for parents to understand and address unde...

Author William Elliott Hazelgrove Unveils New Details from The Camp Mystic Flood in Chicago Radio Interview
National bestselling author William Elliott Hazelgrove discusses his forthcoming book on the catastrophic 2025 Camp Mystic flood, revealing new insigh...

Retired Educator's Novels Find New Life in 2026 Revival
Bernard J. MacDonald's backlist novels, exploring love, loss, and second chances, are being reissued and gaining recognition, highlighting the endurin...

Nolan's 'Odyssey' Drives 290% Surge in Greek Mythology Reading, Nonprofit Data Shows
World History Encyclopedia reports a 290% increase in Greek mythology page views following Christopher Nolan's film, highlighting the role of blockbus...

Vietnam Accused of Reviving Crackdown on Writers After Author's Arrest
The arrest of author Nguyễn Thành Nam and others over a book about Ho Chi Minh signals a renewed crackdown on free expression in Vietnam, drawing inte...

Maryland Author's Debut Novel '50 Parachutes for 72 Virgins' Sparks Debate on Faith and Modern Society
Richard D. Greensfelder's new suspense novel intertwines religious themes with a thriller plot, challenging readers to reflect on the role of faith in...

BookTrib's Bites: New Releases Explore Redemption, Exile, and Self-Discovery
This article highlights four new books that delve into themes of redemption, survival, and personal transformation, offering readers thought-provoking...

Three Years After Surviving a Catastrophic Dog Attack, Florida Author Returns to the Operating Room to Reveal the Part of Recovery No One Talks About
Florida author Chelsea Elizabeth returns for another reconstructive surgery, highlighting the invisible challenges of long-term recovery after survivi...

Rusty Blackwood Offers Free Download of New Ebook 'Before The Grandeur: The Making of a Horsemaster' for Two Days Only
Award-winning novelist Rusty Blackwood announces a free ebook download of her latest novel, a prequel to her acclaimed Autumn Trilogy, on July 30-31, ...

'Trauterose' Memoir Offers First-Person Account of Post-World War II Germany
Elisabeth Haggblade's award-winning memoir 'Trauterose' provides a rare first-person perspective on life in post-World War II Germany, highlighting th...

BookTrib’s Bites: Secrets, Legacies and Second Chances
BookTrib highlights four new releases that explore themes of secrets, legacies, and second chances, including a murder mystery set in the Vatican, a f...

36th Hong Kong Book Fair Draws Nearly 1 Million Visits, Reinforcing Cultural and Economic Significance
The 36th Hong Kong Book Fair, alongside the Sports and Leisure Expo and World of Snacks, attracted 990,000 visits, highlighting its role as a major cu...

BookTrib's Bites Highlights New Releases Exploring Psychosis, Dark Horror, and Multigenerational Resilience
This article covers four new book releases from BookTrib, including Louis Gale's experimental series on psychosis, Alex Grass's bizarre horror collect...

Diane McLaurin's 'A Life Designed' Explores Ambition and Vulnerability in the Architecture World
Diane McLaurin's novel 'A Life Designed' examines the tension between professional ambition and emotional honesty through the story of an architect na...

The Liberty of Bog Island by Griff Woodman Redefines Historical Fiction Through a Haunting Exploration of Memory, Identity, and London's Hidden Past
Griff Woodman's novel blends historical fiction with psychological drama, exploring how the ruins of Roman Britain intrude on the life of a modern foo...

Blood Wing Named Finalist in ProWritingAid Novel Beginnings Contest, Released as Second Jack Morrison Noir Thriller
Daniel P. Douglas's Blood Wing, a Cold War noir novella set in 1951, becomes a finalist among 14,570 entries in the ProWritingAid Novel Beginnings Con...

Rusty Blackwood Releases Prequel to Acclaimed Autumn Trilogy, 'Before the Grandeur: The Making of a Horsemaster'
Award-winning novelist Rusty Blackwood announces the release of her new novel, 'Before the Grandeur: The Making of a Horsemaster', a prequel to her po...

Charles C. Morgan's Memoir 'Truly Dumbfounded, Dismayed, and Delighted' Takes Center Stage at 2026 LA Times Festival of Books
Charles C. Morgan's witty memoir, blending humor and life lessons from his legal and business careers, was featured by MainSpring Books at the 2026 LA...

Xuemo's Literature Featured in ALA Exhibitor Handbook, Garnering International Library Interest
Author Xuemo became the first Chinese writer featured on the cover of the ALA's official exhibitor handbook at its 150th Annual Conference, sparking s...

New Book The Camp Mystic Flood Chronicles Tragedy and Heroism of 2025 Texas Camp Disaster
National bestselling author William Elliott Hazelgrove announces a narrative nonfiction book about the July 4, 2025 flood at Camp Mystic that killed 2...

Thomas Zuniga's Memoir 'The Character of a Shoeshine Boy' Highlights Resilience at 2026 LA Times Festival of Books
Thomas Zuniga shares his memoir about growing up in 1960s Los Angeles, emphasizing lessons from hustling as a shoeshine boy, at the 2026 Los Angeles T...

Debut Southern Novel 'Chance: Beginning' Hits Amazon Best Sellers List
Roberts Essex's semi-autobiographical novel set during the civil rights era and Vietnam War reaches Amazon's Best Sellers eBook list, marking a signif...

David Gardner's 'Apples of Paradise' Explores Love and Compassion Amid Conflict at LA Times Festival of Books
David Gardner's novel 'Apples of Paradise' was featured at the 2026 LA Times Festival of Books, examining how love and compassion can bridge divides i...

Donna Voss Brings 'Gone Surfing!' to the 2026 LA Times Festival of Books, Highlighting Creativity and Exploration
At the 2026 LA Times Festival of Books, author Donna Voss presented her book 'Gone Surfing!', which evolved from watercolor paintings into a narrative...

Janet McDowell Presents Memoir of Leukemia Battle at 2026 Los Angeles Times Festival of Books
Janet McDowell's memoir 'Chasing a Light in the Darkness' offers hope and resilience to those facing life-threatening illness, as shared at the 2026 L...

Robert Canton Presents 'A Winnable War' at 2026 LA Times Festival of Books, Offering Faith-Based Strategies for Spiritual Battles
At the 2026 Los Angeles Times Festival of Books, VIPAuthor Robert Canton introduced his book 'A Winnable War,' providing believers with practical guid...

Young Author Gaellie Ulysse Inspires Festival Attendees with Story of Resilience at 2026 L.A. Times Festival of Books
Gaellie Ulysse's appearance and book signing for 'Rollercoaster' at the 2026 Los Angeles Times Festival of Books highlighted how her personal journey ...

New Book Reveals Century-Old Secret in Vermont's Haunted Wilson Castle
Co-authors Rob Gutro and Monique Toosoon publish 'Haunting of Wilson Castle,' detailing a paranormal investigation that uncovers a 100-year-old secret...

West Michigan Entrepreneur Greg McNeilly Publishes Debut Poetry Collection 'Red White and Verse'
Greg McNeilly's 'Red White and Verse' uses poetry to explore American myths and historical figures, merging his entrepreneurial perspective with creat...

Unplugged Electric Guitar Concludes Inaugural Run at Hollywood Fringe Festival
The play explores the emotional toll of giving up artistic dreams through intimate conversations, offering universal insights on identity and success.

New Novel 'The Pumpkin Patch Bed and Breakfast' Blends Dark Comedy and Mystery
Barbara A. Brandvold's new novel offers a comedic and suspenseful tale of a pastry chef's quest to reclaim his title, set against a coastal bed-and-br...

Memoir 'Citizen of the USA by Choice' Highlights Immigrant Resilience and Civic Fulfillment
Juan Baires-Adair's memoir chronicles his journey from political disillusionment in Mexico to professional success in the U.S., offering a personal ye...

Novel Explores Football Management, Roman History, and Psychological Struggles in East London
Griff Woodman's 'The Liberty of Bog Island' intertwines a West Ham United manager's insomnia and addiction with the story of Constantine III, blending...

New Book 'Let Freedom Ring' Warns of Political Betrayal and Erosion of American Democracy
M.G. Montpelier's 'Let Freedom Ring: Thoughts on the Political Betrayal of America and the Peoples' Coming Apocalypse' argues that a calculated five-d...

Pigasus Wrecks: A Poetic Challenge to Blind Faith and Political Illusion
This article explores how C.K. Arnold's poetry collection 'Pigasus Wrecks' uses satire and lyrical intensity to confront societal blind faith and poli...

'It Takes Two' Examines How Hidden Secrets Can Shatter a Quiet Community
Mindy Hall's suspense novel 'It Takes Two' explores the fragile line between safety and chaos through intertwined stories of a murder discovery and mo...

Eastern Philosophy for Contemporary Healing: E-commerce Giant eBay and Walmart Feature Xuemo's New Work 'Reclaim the Throne of Your Heart'
Chinese author Xuemo's philosophical prose 'Reclaim the Throne of Your Heart' gains global recognition on eBay and Walmart, addressing spiritual anxie...
