Girl in a Smart Uniform follows the story of a girl named Gisela as she grows up in a crumbling Germany of the 1930's. Against the backdrop of economical struggles, political tension, and a culture of increased discrimination, Gisela's life also consists of learning to care for Jens (her disabled brother), avoiding her stepfather, and trying to figure out the romantic feelings she has towards other girls. Meanwhile, she works to become a perfect German girl, joining the BDM (German Young Women's group) and quickly becoming a leader for other girls.
Sienna is a young girl who is a Light Lacer. She has special powers that allow her to survive against the seemingly cruel Shadow Weavers. But when Sienna finds out she is part Shadow Weaver herself, and accidentally almost renders her kind extinct, she goes into exile. After a long period of running and hiding, she finally decides to kill the Shadow Weavers who hurt her family. She promises to find her long lost father along the way. Will she succeed in her mission? Will she fail? Read to find out!
Malketh and the Undead is a book about three young warriors named Raven, Ronda and Ravai. These three warriors have been called upon by the king to investigate some odd occurrences happening inside their kingdom. When they start digging into the indictments that have happened so far, they realize that one man is behind it all. The last living mage, Malketh, has raised his Undead army against the kingdom that had once turned their back on him. Will Raven, Ronda and Ravai be able to save their kingdom from destruction? Or will Malketh finally have his revenge? Read to find out!
G.D. Brown's novel, Sinners Plunged Beneath the Flood, is a crime story mixed with some spirituality. This is the story of a high school senior named Jenn who wants to find out what happened to her best friend Ava. She seeks help from another best friend by the name of Matthew, nicknamed Scribbles, who just happens to have his own problems and issues to deal with like his parents leaving him behind. They live in a small town named Branch Creek in Mayes County.
Calling the Moon is a collection of 16 realistic fiction stories that celebrate menstruation and spotlight different communities’ traditions around it. The characters are all different, but they are bound together by the experience of their first period. Some are prepared, and some are surprised. Some are disappointed, and some are excited. Nonetheless, each of their experiences enlightens the reader.
Orchid Child tells the magical story of Teague (the orchid child), his aunt Kate, and their imperfect family. Teague is a child who has special abilities passed down in his family. His mother was a drug addict, and his aunt Kate later became his legal guardian. Kate is a neuroscientist who lost her job after a scandal and goes back to her family's home. Teague, who hears voices and experiences hallucinations, stays with his aunt, who struggles with her research on schizophrenia in their local community.
Cassie and her best friend Donovan have always dreamed of filming their horror own film. Maybe it's the fact that they both love horror movies or that they grew up in LA. Either way, they are both thrilled when they discover that they can make a horror short film as their graduation project based on some of their favorite horror movies. Cassie is excited after they film their first kill. Everything is going great, and with the whole class helping out, the film is looking awesome.
Ethan has had a tough few years since his dad passed away, but he feels closest to him when working at the old movie theater in town. His dad was a film professor, whose films were often shown at this old cinema. Due to a crumbling and unsound building, the theater is en route to be closed down and demolished. It's up to the employees including Ethan, Sweet Lou, Anjo, Griffin, and Lucas (aka the Lost Boys) to save the place they love and call a sanctuary.
Romda, Raven, and Ravai have recently been knighted squires, and they are excited to start their first task. When they go to visit the priest whom they are assigned to help, they instead run into "The Dark Beast". The priest explains that "The Dark Beast" is a man who has grown evil and turned into an incredibly powerful beast. They learn that "The Dark Beast" has been wreaking havoc around the priest's hometown, which is called Lakeside. The three of them decide to take it upon themselves to go after the beast.
