“Highly recommended for all school and public libraries.”

“A motivational, recommended autobiography of a remarkable civil rights activist.”

“A well-conceived, approachable book for helping kids process big emotions.”

“An action-packed political thriller that delivers surprising plot turns and affecting characterization.”

“A focused, personal sequel powered by surprise and vivid characters.”

“One of BookLife's standout Mystery & Thriller reviews of 2025.”

“An appealing hero headlines a bracing legal thriller.”

“A diverting thriller set at the intersection of art, commerce, and crime.”

“A simple but satisfying crime novel that will keep readers hooked.”

“An often-gripping story of family dysfunction and murder.”

“They will create a comfortable fear, one you don’t realize you have until you put down the book.”

“Finalist — History: United States”

“An engaging and motivating overview of a teacher’s career.”

“Exceptionally lively, inviting, vigorous, and creative.”

“A heartbreaking yet hopeful drama that unflinchingly confronts the trauma endured by so many women in the military.”

“Engaging mix of science and history, buoyed by distinctive lead.”

“Original, exceptional, deftly crafted, and an inherently riveting read from start to finish.”

“An endearing protagonist highlights this environmental message that packs a punch.”

“A rollicking political satire that hides unsettling possibilities beneath its outrageous twists.”

“Original, deftly crafted, and a simply riveting read from start to finish.”

“2026 Eric Hoffer First Runner-Up — Young Adult.”

“2026 IPPY Awards Finalist.”

“2026 Global Book Awards Silver Medal — History.”

“2026 Eric Hoffer Award Finalist.”

“2026 National Indie Excellence Award Winner — Crime Fiction.”

“2025 MWSA Gold Medal — Mystery/Thriller/Crime.”

“2025 Readers’ Favorite Gold Medal — Crime Fiction.”

“2025 IAN Book of the Year Winner — Fiction: Action.”

“B.R.A.G. Medallion Honoree — Thriller.”

“2025 Best Political Thriller.”

“Willa and Kacey dig into hidden diaries and the dark history of their orphanage.”

“Childhood friends unravel a mystery surrounding their orphanage, an abandoned school, and an influential family.”

“2025 Foreword INDIES Finalist — Juvenile Fiction.”

“This gripping follow-up proves just as riveting as the initial account.”

“2025 CIPA EVVY Gold Medal — Thriller.”

“2025 Eric Hoffer Honorable Mention — Mystery/Crime.”

“2025 First Horizon Award Finalist.”

“2025 The Bridge Book Award Finalist — American Fiction.”

“2024 Crime Thriller of the Year.”

“2024 Feathered Quill First Place — Mystery/Thriller/Suspense.”

“A compelling dystopian thriller about both human darkness and the hope found in community.”

“2024 IAN Book of the Year Finalist — Action/Adventure.”

“Featured on FOX 32 Chicago for raising awareness about epilepsy.”

“A definitive history of one of Michigan’s premier rivers.”

“Global Book Awards Silver Medal.”

“A superb, realistic installment of this Midwestern legal thriller series.”

“Featured on Michigan Public’s Stateside in a conversation about the book and Beaver Island.”

“2024 MWSA Bronze Medal — Romance.”

“A deftly crafted and simply fascinating read from start to finish.”

“Named one of “20 Great Indie Books Worth Discovering.””

“2023 MWSA Gold Medal — Romance.”

“Exceptionally clever and compelling.”

“2023 Best Indie Book Award Winner — Crime Thriller.”

“2023 Michigan Notable Book.”

“2023 MWSA Silver Medal — Historical Fiction.”

“A straightforward whodunit boosted by multilayered characterization.”

“Global Book Awards Silver Medal.”

“A biography of courageous change-maker Hanley Denning.”

“A sharp, immersive family drama played out against the ravages of war.”

“An engrossing legal thriller in which a battered woman pushed too far seeks justice.”

“An effective and engaging legal tale about the trial of an abused wife.”

“Featured on Michigan Public’s Stateside with the author and illustrator.”

“A fantastic vocal pedagogy resource for vocal students and teachers.”

“A richly rendered story of murder on the shores of Lake Michigan.”

“Featured by Kirkus Reviews in an author interview about the Ray Elkins series.”

“A poignant debut with beautiful writing.”

“2022 Michigan Notable Book.”

“Featured by WMUK’s Art Beat following its Michigan Notable Book recognition.”

“A striking meditation on the glamour, glory, and misery of war.”

“A smashing murder mystery featuring a quick-witted protagonist.”

“2022 Global Book Awards Gold Medal — Traditional Detective Mystery.”

“An engaging fantasy for young adults.”

“Recommended for fans who want to continue the ongoing story.”

“An inviting beginning to a new Atlanta-based mystery series.”

“2021 Eric Hoffer Award Category Finalist.”

“Two lives, beautifully lived, and beautifully written.”

“2021 BookLife Prize Finalist — Nonfiction.”

“A well-paced and well-plotted mystery-series entry.”

“A dramatic and absorbing tale of a historic storm.”

“Splendid and enchanting: a sad, sweet, and entertaining time-travel story.”

“An atmospheric, effectively measured tale of fatherhood and accountability.”

“Featured in National Writers Series’ “Author Next Door” spotlight.”

“Eric Hoffer Book Award Grand Prize Winner.”

“Eric Hoffer First Horizon Award Winner.”

“IBPA Benjamin Franklin Gold Medal.”

“A mystery with a protagonist truly in his element inside the courtroom.”

“2021 Michigan Notable Book.”

“Featured on WMUK’s Art Beat after being named a Michigan Notable Book.”

“A moving YA/New Adult novel about a protagonist struggling to find wholeness.”

“One of the best among the many books about dogs.”

“A well-told mystery about Midwesterners forced to grapple with their town’s past.”

“Named one of “22 Great Indie Books Worth Discovering.””

“An open, honest memoir and a welcome companion for those facing past trauma.”

“CIPA EVVY First Place Gold.”

“2019 Eric Hoffer Honorable Mention — Historical Fiction.”

“2019 CIPA EVVY Third Place.”

“2019 Foreword INDIES Silver Winner — War & Military.”

“2017 IPPY Winner — Best Nonfiction Personal E-Book.”

“2017 Midwest Book Awards Winner — Social Science, Political Science & Culture.”

“A superior military thriller that captures the essence of what it means to serve one’s country.”