2025 Best Book Genre
A rogue software engineer built bots that ran rampant across social media, helping clients gain millions of followers. His reputation as a rule-breaker landed him at a startup where he designed the controversial systems—news feeds and push notifications—that keep users addicted.
A sweeping memoir of the author's journey from her youth in India to her life in America. Stories of her English style schooling are juxtaposed with the immigrant experience. Her reflections on identity, culture, and traditions reveal the secret chemistry of belonging in a global, everchanging world...
A baby girl found in a carriage wreck is elevated to the status of duchess & cared for at the castle, as well as given a marriage prospect to a prince; but the prince's mother plots behind the scenes to stop it, and to send the girl away.
A true testament of character, resilience, and the magic of never giving up. The year is 1948 and folks in the sawmill town of Crossett, Arkansas, work hard and play hard. Oliver Quinn does both. Oliver is the son of Irish immigrants who firmly believe in pursuing the American dream. His deepest...
An outbreak of war with the Hittites is imminent. Queen Nefertari of Pharaoh Ramses II resolves to preserve peace with the help of a Hittite and a shaman. It is the story behind the first Peace Treaety between ancient power, a copy of which is displayed in the UN Headquarters in New York City.
A surprise letter from an old flame turns 77-year-old Nancy's world upside down. Where has he been for the last 50 years? And will she finally discover what really happened in Paris in 1964?
A childhood accident gave Faer a perfect memory—and a glimpse of something not human. Now trapped in the 1960s with a ghost at his side and an alien predator in his past, Faer must solve a mystery buried in time before history resets with him erased.
Moira Gallagher has been conversing with ghosts since she was five. Now as an adult, she's finally putting that gift to good use.
The Good Children is an emotional heart-warming life story of two very special dogs and their reluctant new pack member Skye, as told through their eyes.
Set in a troubled near-future, the 24-hour plot of this relentless page turner tells the story of two cities, a girl's transition to adulthood and a deadly struggle of dark forces to control the world’s future by resurrecting its past.
Moira, Deirdre and Nuala are at it again as they help unsettled spirits in their journey on the Otherside.
Joy, an interior designer, discovers the sudden death of her colleague when she meets her love interest, Edward, but murders close to home lead to prime suspects and her loved ones may be in danger.
In a race against time, Sybil Lilla must unite feuding allies and master her powers to stop an ancient evil from seizing hidden portals on a jungle world—before the Era War plunges the Seven Galaxies into eternal darkness.
Personalities class and relationships explode when Maggie is forced to choose between the man she hoped to marry and her dream of becoming a thoroughbred jockey, and she learns some horsemen will do anything in the pursuit of success, but one man will do anything to win her love.
Alya is a bright nine-year-old girl, living in London. One morning her father gives her an unusual stone cylinder, left by her late mother. She tries to unfold the mystery of the stone cylinder with her best friend Ben. They meet robots, ugly beasts and Enki, the Ancient Sumerian God of Earth.
From the innocent and prim surroundings of a Norfolk girls’ school to the secret, whip-lashed delights of the Tokyo BDSM scene, Elizabeth Hendrick shares with unflinching honesty the tortuous ordeals she endured at the hands of a Japanese dominatrix before finally coming to terms with her sexuality...
A mysterious dark spot has appeared in front of the sun, growing in size and threatening to throw the earth into permanent cold and darkness. As each fight for survival backfires, Kevin, the teenage son of a NASA scientist, wonders whether anyone can be the hero that the world so desperately needs.
Rival clans on a dying planet must put aside their differences to confront a common enemy. When all seems lost a secret is discovered which could secure the safety of their people but may have a dark side that threatens their survival.
April 2010. LEAP is finally about to spell the end of global warming. That is until, Ethan is dragged back into a nightmare he thought he had escaped. One that may finally claim his sanity, and that pushes Uma to the limits of hers, to defeat an evil that no longer plays by the rules.
In the year 2053, the US struggles to create an AI to rival the one that China had seemingly already developed. A tragic love story ends up bootstrapping its creation. The Chinese authoritarian regime and their plan to conquer the stars put the world in unprecedented danger. Can humanity survive?
This is an expository book about the scientific nature of the Bible. I found the atom hidden in biblical parables, and as I chased it through the stories, I accidentally found the Tree of Knowledge, the Tree of Life, the Garden of Eden, and the Ark of the Covenant. The main character is the Atom.
Moira, Deirdre and Nuala Gallagher, the three-sisters team of Gallagher Investigations, experience more encounters with troubled spirits needing their assistance before they can move on in the Afterlife.
Defying all odds, Karen Meades transcends boundaries and embraces a fearless journey of resilience and determination, redefining what it means to live without limits.
In the jungles of ancient Asodhra, the Jiha tribe lives in constant fear of the tyrannical, shapeshifting behemoth known only as the Godbeast.
The vampires have reinstated ancient barbaric laws, allowing the breeding of humans and pets. Aleksander feels an emptiness inside. One day, he decides to buy himself a pet. But the defiance shines in the woman's chocolate eyes. But the woman's defiance turns out to be more than the vampire expected
Choice is power. Whether on the battlefield fighting deadly monsters bent on total destruction or in the mind of an average man struggling through life, both will use this power with their own consequences and rewards.
In Followship: 16 Lessons to Become a Leader Worth Following, Tamra Ryan breaks the lessons into four categories—vision, integrity, courage, and emotional intelligence—to teach leaders how to inspire their audience to achieve objectives that they never believed themselves capable of.
An African political thriller about self-styled Pastor Gabriel Joshua, born in the Makoko slums of Lagos, the hero of millions for his views on politics and African poverty and his fight against a terrorist group, the COK, determined to form a vast new West African state.
Lisa hates her job, her youngest child is heading off to uni, and now her ex wants his share of her house. Determined to improve her life, she resurrects her old singing career and reveals some shocking secrets that will change her life far more than she expected.
What if you had to betray your god to save the one you love? In this tale of passion, lust, betrayal, and death, enemies ally as they share a common goal: to restore the draconic race.
A rebellious daughter and her traditional mother find connection and understanding through cooking, turning food into a bridge between their worlds.
This is the story of a girl who was born in wartime and grew up in postwar Germany, in the aftermath of the Nazi regime; a family on the run, with the added burden of a father lost at the front. Ignored in recorded history is the plight of the victims: the common man, woman, and child.
When the elemental powers merge in an event that shakes the very fabric of existence, the Madigans are thrust into the ultimate battle of magic, family, and fate. They will discover that the true cost of power is not just what they’re willing to sacrifice, but who.
Reborn and haunted by lives she can’t remember, Scarlet discovers she’s the source of eternal youth—a living myth cursed to be worshiped, weaponized, and destroyed. Some want her blood. Others want her soul. No one wants her free.
July 2014. Nine billion LEAP gates power a cleaner planet, whilst Uma sinks into despair — forever haunted by Ethan’s selfless sacrifice and regretting her decision to have his children. As a series of gruesome murders threaten to overturn her sanity, Uma can come to only one conclusion: there is...
With the wind in her hair and the salt tickling her nose, a Captain heads out for a day on the brine. A story within a story, rhythm, rhyme, and repetition introduces life forms found in the Indian Ocean, while the imaging hints at the cycle of life.
In Italy, 1477, Andrea de’ Grigi risks the job he loves to save the man he loves from assassination.
Haunted by selfishness, Curt Mane is determined to end his life by driving his 70 Dodge Challenger into a ravine. On the way, he sees a diner. Drawn inside by the sounds & smells of his past, Curt is confronted by an angel offering an ultimatum-Go back in time & rescue a child or drive away to Hell.
In 1953, a mute woman’s blood-soaked appearance near The Beaumont mental hospital, sparks a mystery, and the counsellor’s fight to restore her voice uncovers a terrifying connection to the death of another woman.
"Polly the Pollinating Bee" follows a curious little bee on her vibrant journey through fields and flowers, teaching children the vital role of pollination and how bees help nature bloom.
Determined archaeologist, Melody Thornton, has been burdened by debilitating visions since she was a young girl. Now a lecturer at a prestigious university, the visions have reached a new height and Melody knows she must find the swaddling clothes that once held the baby Jesus. With the help of...
Trapped beside a god in borrowed skin, Scarlet must survive long enough to reclaim her truth. As ancient powers rise from the sea and her memories begin to unravel, she must face the monster who once loved her—and decide if she’d rather burn than belong.
A happily married aesthetician is living the small town dream, but when she finds a box in the closet full of women's lingerie, she realizes her soulmate isn't who she thinks he is.
It is the story of Vinoda, a young and beautiful girl who dreams of becoming a prominent actress in the Indo-Greek kingdom of Menander. As she gains recognition from the royal family, her conscience is tested. She struggles with a deep secret, torn between love and loyalty.
Three strangers—grieving Jake, guarded Vicky, and perfectionist Lucy—collide in a turbulent summer of love, loss, and identity. As their lives entwine, an unexpected friendship challenges everything they thought they knew about family, healing, and themselves.
As the relentless march of AI creates alarm in the government, a ruthless adman comes up with a solution that may be too good for its own good.
Seven women, bound by tradition yet driven by desire, reveal the untold truths of love and intimacy in their African homeland. In a world where passion collides with cultural expectation, their voices weave a tale of longing, defiance, and the silent battles fought behind closed doors. This novel...
This summer, 13-year-old Sarah plans to get unstuck. How? Swim in the lake again. Protect the loons. Stop grieving Mom. However, life at her family’s campground unravels. To reclaim her voice, Sarah finds bold inspiration in her late mom’s trail journal and sets out on a daring wilderness trek.
Jungle Jim takes Fred and his friends camping. They went for walks, learned about mushrooms and berries, tried hang-gliding and white-water rafting. And a cookout. "Having finished all the chores, it's surely time to make S'mors. Marshmallows with chocolate bits taosted by the fire on sticks"
A collection of poetry about love, loss, and healing. This collection explores the trauma of relationships, both romantic and familial, and the impact they have on our lives.
We all ‘play the game’ at work. As we begin our journey in the professional world, we’re encouraged to compete, to participate in a system of promotions, pay raises, bonuses... but how far should we take this game? And, perhaps more importantly, where will this game take us if we limit ourselves to...
A woman escaping the ruins of her marriage and identity flees to Scotland, only to fall into a quiet love that forces her to confront the past she’s been running from—and the woman she’s afraid to become.
On a staycation with their families in Llandudno, Pearl, Primrose, Milly, and Reggie discover what happens to imaginary friends when they are forgotten about.
Roberto and his siblings strive to keep their family afloat as their parents struggle to survive financially in post-war Italy when a family friend, Salvatore helps, but a villain tries to destroy the family and all they’ve worked for, so they must fight for their lives against a deadly predator.
Abandoned as a newborn, Anita’s only clue to her ancestry is a pendant, until, lost in Dancing Valley, she spies a fairy, a creature she'd seen as a child, but was told she'd only imagined, who leads her to Caroline, a guardian of the fae, and together they discover Anita’s heritage and her destiny...
Second Chances -In the Journey of Life is an exhibition of the adaptability of the human spirit and the creative power of respect, forgiveness, and self-disclosure. It teaches us that in any case concerning how far we could stroll from the way, there is reliable trust for improvement and the...
From a strict religious upbringing to a crisis of faith, my sixty year journey towards self-discovery was anything but easy, especially as a minister.
Charlie Stoker, consumed by his secret crime, becomes a WW2 commando officer, while dear stammering Bobby Bruce drives a tank in the desert and gentle Harry Bateson sails the ocean with the R.N. At home, lovers, wives and families defy the Nazi blitz as Charlie fights a war, seeking a kind of peace.
Oxford Professor Eddie Higgins, well-known for his disregard for modern fashion and appearances finds himself acting as scientific adviser to the attractive and vivacious owner of a cosmetics company with management problems linked to Far East Chinese and Russian gangs.
Valeria works hard on the family farm in Italy; torn between family duty and desire for freedom from her strict, domineering father, and finds solace in Dario until Gregorio, obsesses over her, leading to a series of suspicious accidents, but Valeria is determined to keep her loved ones safe.
The Passion, is not your typical love story. It’s a journey through the depths of wild emotions, unexpected turns, and intense personal transformation. Blending fantasy with the raw edges of real life, this novel challenges our understanding of love, ambition, and the power of inner fire. It’s about...
Former CIA analyst Kate Preacher returns to Paris to investigate a terrorist attack—only to land in the crosshairs of a sniper who’s always one step ahead. As the conspiracy unravels, Kate is drawn into a plot far bigger than she imagined—and hunted by an enemy closer than she thinks.
After a mystical clan saves the life of an 18th-century archaeologist in the Amazon jungle, it sets off a series of events that impact the supernatural world two centuries later, when a contemporary guardian of the fae is approached by the Amazon clan's leader to help fight for their survival.
Retired reporter Jake Scott narrowly escapes a near-hit car accident, only to witness the explosion of his B&B, killing five. Detective Dani Perez, doubting a gas leak, enlists Jake's help. As he investigates, Jake uncovers sinister secrets bubbling beneath the surface.
Spirits, little people, witches and fetishes fill the pages of Five Stories Short, A Supernatural Quintet, where truth and fiction meld and magic happens throughout, with the premise that the mystical world is closer than you think
A no-nonsense guide that shows business owners how to turn their expertise into a bestselling book and use it as the ultimate power move to scale their influence, impact, and income — complete with templates and exercises to help apply every strategy.
It's supposed to be a working vacation at an idyllic campground, but when two murder victims are found, Mamie finds herself involved in another investigation with handsome policeman Nick. Throw in kidnapping, a cartel, two dogs, a hedgehog, and romance to complicate things. Will Mamie figure it out?
A mother caught between a rare medical crisis, a reawakening love, and an estranged marriage must make a choice that could heal or shatter her world. A moving story of strength, sacrifice, and second chances when fate challenges the heart.
At the dawn of civilization, the daughter of Sargon the Great and a high priestess confronted the intrigue of politics. Intimidated when alone, she faced down the king, not fearing the stakes—the event had its consequences. This is a gripping story about Enheduanna; her story is based on her words.
In "Reasons", Kyle Blankenship's world crumbles when his wife, Kathy, is brutally murdered. As he confronts the devastating truth, he uncovers a dark web of betrayal and corruption. This gripping thriller explores love, loyalty, and one man's relentless quest for justice.
Goddess of creation Mona is ready to wipe out humanity—until her twin sister dares her to live as one of them first. One town, one overly cheerful nature nerd, and one very inconvenient mortal heart later… the apocalypse may need a rain check.
Humanity is forced to live underground in the aftermath of Earth’s catastrophic descent into a frozen wasteland. The Community struggles to survive, ruled by rigid laws and a fabricated history. Thea brings life-changing technology but refuses the bargain of sanctuary in exchange for her freedom.
Jamie struggles with the death of a teenage patient too gravely injured to save before her father is arrested for murdering the girl when she meets her love interest, Angelo, the new detective investigating the gruesome murders, but Jamie is targeted by an unknown stalker resurfacing from her past.
When vengeance becomes your only purpose, how far will you go? Set in a rich universe of immortals, synthetic intelligences, and cosmic forces that bend the rules of reality, First Elite is a sweeping, emotional, and action-packed journey about love, power, and what it means to be truly alive.
A fantastic adventure! When art curator Katie Bauer discovers a mysterious painting, her search for its provenance takes her from Texas to New York and Tuscany. As she uncovers its secrets, a reclusive vintner may hold the key to its past. The Lost Canvas celebrates resilience of the human spirit.
Gabriella's world is turned upside down when someone she knows dies tragically while a stalker watches; and Jesse, Gabriella’s best friend’s brother, still grieves the death of his girlfriend Erica, convinced it wasn’t suicide but he won't let anything happen to Gabriella despite a killer targeting...
After a devastating divorce, a military wife swaps city life for the Appalachian Mountains where she navigates disastrous and hilarious attempts to start over, faces heartbreaking loss, and inspires resilience with optimism and uncommon humor in her haphazard challenge to move on. She's a mess.
A notorious mobster kidnaps a beautiful bank teller to keep her from talking to the authorities.
Marcus Rush woke strapped to an autopsy table, laying on perforated, stainless-steel designed to handle body fluids. His. Body. Fluids. Falling in love had been a deadly distraction, and now the Arcana had only ten days to save Marcus or the consecration ritual would strip him of his powers and end...
‘Written’ by Kurt, one of five disadvantaged teenage boys from a poor, crime-ridden inner-city area, this is what happened after one of them was abducted and forced to join a terrorist group and how all of them came to meet older men and learn trust, respect, hope and inspiration.
