Books

Award-Winning Author Nadine Haruni Concludes Middle-Grade Fantasy Trilogy with ‘The Hat Diaries: Escape From the Adventure’

By Ann Brown / January 13, 2026 / Comments Off on Award-Winning Author Nadine Haruni Concludes Middle-Grade Fantasy Trilogy with ‘The Hat Diaries: Escape From the Adventure’

Nadine Haruni, acclaimed author of the Freeda the Frog series, is back with the final installment of her middle-grade fantasy adventure trilogy, The Hat Diaries: Escape From the Adventure, released in mid-November 2025. This action-packed conclusion takes readers on a journey that combines imagination, emotional growth, and historical intrigue, solidifying Haruni’s reputation as a master…

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Carmen Jordá Celebrates New Children’s Book Launch in SoHo

By NEW YORK TREND / January 9, 2026 / Comments Off on Carmen Jordá Celebrates New Children’s Book Launch in SoHo

Motorsports trailblazer Carmen Jordá marked the U.S. launch of her new children’s book, On Track to Win: The Carmen Jordá Story, with a celebratory event in SoHo, New York City. The launch brought together guests from the worlds of racing, publishing, and the arts to recognize Jordá’s career and her latest effort to inspire the…

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Award-Winning Author Milana Anderson Explores 25 Forms of Love in New Children’s Book as Series Nears Guinness World Records

By Ann Brown / January 7, 2026 / Comments Off on Award-Winning Author Milana Anderson Explores 25 Forms of Love in New Children’s Book as Series Nears Guinness World Records

Award-winning children’s author Milana Anderson is inviting young readers to explore the many shapes love can take in her latest release, Animal Fairy Tales Book Ten: Touch of Love. The new book marks a major milestone in Anderson’s long-running Animal Fairy Tales series and is already gaining attention beyond the bookshelf, with consideration underway for…

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Secrets, Trauma, and Obsession Collide in Kip Lyman’s Amazon #1 Psychological Thriller ‘The Purple Ribbon’

By NEW YORK TREND / January 6, 2026 / Comments Off on Secrets, Trauma, and Obsession Collide in Kip Lyman’s Amazon #1 Psychological Thriller ‘The Purple Ribbon’

Secrets, Choices and Second Chances: The Purple Ribbon is a gripping psychological thriller that pulls readers into a dark, emotionally charged world where trauma, obsession, and survival collide. Written by Kip Lyman, the Amazon #1 Best Seller delivers a tense, character-driven narrative that examines how unresolved pain and hidden truths can erupt with devastating consequences.…

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From Hippos to Pythons: Award-Winning Author Milana Anderson Teaches Kids 25 Ways to Love in Record-Setting Fairy Tale Collection

By Ann Brown / January 5, 2026 / Comments Off on From Hippos to Pythons: Award-Winning Author Milana Anderson Teaches Kids 25 Ways to Love in Record-Setting Fairy Tale Collection

Award-winning author Milana Anderson invites children into a world where love takes every imaginable form in her latest release, Animal Fairy Tales Book Ten: Touch of Love. The collection explores 25 distinct kinds of love, from loyal and unrequited to forbidden and fleeting, through whimsical animal characters. From a python learning that love should never…

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Navy Veteran Michael Bedenbaugh Launches Citizen-Led Plan to Reclaim America’s Liberty Ahead of 250th Birthday

By Ann Brown / January 5, 2026 / Comments Off on Navy Veteran Michael Bedenbaugh Launches Citizen-Led Plan to Reclaim America’s Liberty Ahead of 250th Birthday

As America approaches its 250th birthday, Navy veteran and civic reform advocate Michael Bedenbaugh warns that the nation risks losing “250 years of investment in liberty.” In response, he launched Project 2026, a citizen-driven initiative designed to restore accountability, rebalance power, and reignite faith in democracy before the semi-quincentennial. His new book, Reviving Our Republic:…

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ILP Theatrical Acquires Works of ‘A Christmas Story’ Creator Jean Shepherd

By Ann Brown / January 4, 2026 / Comments Off on ILP Theatrical Acquires Works of ‘A Christmas Story’ Creator Jean Shepherd

ILP Theatrical, the theatrical division of International Literary Properties, has acquired the literary works of Jean Shepherd, the acclaimed writer, humorist, and narrator best known for the holiday classic A Christmas Story. The acquisition was completed with Dalfie Entertainment Inc., which has long represented Shepherd’s estate and will continue to serve as a consultant as…

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Arshay Cooper’s New Book ‘Let Me Be Real with You’ Inspires Readers to Live a Life of Service

By NEW YORK TREND / December 30, 2025 / Comments Off on Arshay Cooper’s New Book ‘Let Me Be Real with You’ Inspires Readers to Live a Life of Service

Award-winning rower, author, and motivational speaker Arshay Cooper has launched his newest book, Let Me Be Real with You: Inspiring Lessons on Living a Life of Service, which has already claimed the #1 spot on USA Today’s Best-Selling Booklist. Known for his compelling personal story and transformative athletic journey, Cooper brings a message of resilience,…

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Why the World’s Most Influential Leader Is Missing From Modern Leadership Playbooks

By NEW YORK TREND / December 27, 2025 / Comments Off on Why the World’s Most Influential Leader Is Missing From Modern Leadership Playbooks

Leadership is a multi-billion-dollar industry, with executives, coaches, and influencers constantly shaping how we think about influence, team-building, and organizational success. Yet one of history’s most consequential leaders is often absent from the conversation. In his new book, Leader Like No Other: What Secular Leadership Models Reveal About Jesus, the Rev. Daniel Brandenburg—known as Fr.…

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Holiday Break Reads: 10 Books To Cozy Up With

By Ann Brown / December 26, 2025 / Comments Off on Holiday Break Reads: 10 Books To Cozy Up With

As the holiday season ushers in a welcome pause from packed schedules and daily demands, it also creates the perfect opportunity to slow down with a good book. Whether you’re traveling, staying close to home, or simply enjoying a quiet moment between celebrations, holiday break is prime time for reading. From gripping mysteries and thoughtful…

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