At the Foot of the Mountain is a collection of 50 poems, each typically one to two pages long. It explores self-discovery, loneliness, relationships, and the quiet pains of life. TAK Erzinger guides the reader through peaceful countrysides and natural landscapes, using nature to talk about human emotions. The collection also addresses depression, cultural identity, and personal struggles. These themes reflect Erzinger’s own life, influenced by her multicultural background and her strong connection to nature. Each poem feels like a small journey.
Career Breakthrough Playbook: Get Unstuck, Get Ahead is written by various professionals to guide people who feel stuck at any stage of their career, from those who are just starting out to CEOs who want to move ahead in their career. This book not only focuses on getting a job or promotion but also highlights important values such as emotional intelligence and stress management. It explains how to network effectively at events to build valuable connections.
The Best Worst Christmas Ever by Thomas J. Thorson is a story that begins on Christmas evening with John Natale, the dad, and his children Parker, Candance, and Lily. Everyone is immersed in their phones and computer until the Wi-Fi goes down and the lights go out because of the storm. The dad comes up with different ideas to spend quality time together, starting with building a cozy couch from pillows and holding a cooking competition between the siblings. This soon leads them on an adventure to help Santa Claus find his missing box through their story time.
Spellbound By The Captain’s Curse written by Frances Mary Dunham is a spicy romantasy about Abigail Derby, a fearless shipping heiress determined to protect her family's empire and shipments until Captain Wesley Northrup, known as "North Sea Devil" and also Abigail's sworn enemy, steals an important shipment from her. To protect their ships and secrets, the two are forced into an unwilling marriage filled with hatred, secrets, and a powerful curse. But, soon sparks of banter and tension grow between them.
Fitting Indian is a YA Graphic novel written by Jyoti Chand and illustrated by Tara Anand. The story follows Nitasha, a teenage girl caught between two worlds, which are the traditional Indian values upheld by her family and the modern lifestyle of an American high school student. It seems like Nitasha has everything: a loving family, supportive friends, and academic success, but she silently battles against her inner demons. Her story gives a heartfelt look at what it’s like to grow up between different cultures, and how confusing and lonely it can sometimes feel.
