In her Amazon #1 Best Seller, The Purple Ribbon, author Kip Lyman transforms an ordinary ribbon into a haunting emblem of past sins, unresolved childhood trauma, and the consequences that ripple through an entire community. The psychological thriller delves into the delicate intersections of memory, morality, and resilience, crafting a story that is both unnerving…
Read MoreIrish writer and journalist Ana Kinsella makes a striking entrance into fiction with her debut novel, Frida Slattery As Herself, set for release by Ecco on May 5, 2026. The novel traces the seventeen-year relationship between Frida Slattery, a young Irish actress, and John Reddan, a visionary and often difficult director, following their intertwined lives…
Read MoreA timeless song becomes a story in “Grandma’s Hands,” the 32-page children’s picture book inspired by the legendary Bill Withers’ iconic 1971 hit. The book, published by independent Freedom Three Publishing, brings Withers’ soulful ode to elders to life through vivid, emotive illustrations, capturing a young boy finding comfort, guidance, and unconditional love in his…
Read MoreBecca Pearce knows what it means to start over. Once the CEO of the Maryland Health Benefit Exchange, she experienced a very public professional setback followed by a life-threatening brain tumor diagnosis — events that forced her to rethink success, identity, and purpose. Today, she has reinvented herself as a personal executive coach, inspirational speaker,…
Read MoreInternational Literary Properties (ILP) is strengthening its leadership team with the appointment of two seasoned publishing executives to its literary division, signaling continued expansion for the global literary and theatrical rights company. James Meader has been named President of Publishing for ILP Literary, while Jennifer Bassuk will serve as President of Partnerships. Both executives joined…
Read MoreKang Jiyoung’s latest novel, Mrs. Shim Is a Killer (Harper Perennial; April 21, 2026; $18.99), introduces readers to a wildly chaotic, darkly humorous world where survival, family, and morality collide in razor-sharp suspense. The story centers on Mrs. Shim, a middle-aged widow and mother, whose life takes a murderous turn when financial desperation pushes her…
Read MoreFrom tender love stories shaped by grief to bold scholarship reclaiming erased histories, this season’s new releases span continents, identities, and generations. These books explore the complexity of desire, the power of artistic resistance, the weight of cultural memory, and the evolving definitions of family and freedom. Whether through fiction, history, or personal narrative, each…
Read MoreChange is accelerating, and the ability to adapt is no longer optional — it’s essential. For both businesses and individuals, navigating uncertainty with confidence can mean the difference between stagnation and growth. Enter Anne Grady, adaptability expert, author, and two-time TEDx speaker, whose upcoming book, EvolvAbility: Growing Forward When Life Goes Sideways, offers a science-backed…
Read MoreIf you’ve ever wondered what happens when a classic murder mystery collides with the free-spirited chaos of the 1970s, Elana Michelson’s Part of the Solution: A Mystery has the answer. Set in the countercultural enclave of Flanders, Massachusetts, Michelson’s novel is a witty, nostalgic whodunit that blends Agatha Christie-style intrigue with patchouli-scented rebellion, Tarot readings,…
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