Sublime Line: “The philosophy of the self-help movement which insists that anything is possible if one wants it badly enough mingles with the legend of Faust and his deal with Mephistopheles in this thought-provoking paranormal thriller.”
The Message in the Painted Rock by Tom Blanton
Sublime Line: “A fun commingling of Arthurian legend, Spanish conquistadors, and small-town Texas that encourages young readers to overcome their fears and to see the wonder that’s all around them.”
The Shape of Night: A Novel by Tess Gerritsen
Sublime Line: “If you are looking for some suspense, and then some more suspense, and then just a bit more suspense, you’ve come to the perfect haunted house story.”
Dear Jane by Marina DelVecchio
Sublime Line: “Through literature, a young girl finds the hope she needs to overcome a pained and isolated childhood.”
If You Tame Me by Kathie Giorgio
Sublime Line: “Giorgio’s love of language shines in this poignant and thoughtful examination of the nature of relationships, the universal need for companionship, and the meaning of feminism in today’s world.”
The Town with No Roads by Joe Siple
Sublime Line: “Heart and emotion are on full display in this thoughtful and often overwhelming story of love, loss, and forgiveness.”
The Five Wishes of Mr. Murray McBride by Joe Siple
Sublime Line: “An emotional tale of finding the will to live again. Tag along in the Chevy with these two young souls and enjoy the ride.”
Jihadi Bride by Alastair Luft
Sublime Line: “Ultimately, aside from a few slow chapters, Jihadi Bride is a smart thriller that gives the reader a scary peek inside one family’s harrowing experience with modern Islamic terrorism.”
The Eye That Never Sleeps by Clifford Browder
Sublime Line: “A classically told detective novel that creates a web of intrigue, while giving the reader a tour of a bygone era of America through the filter of New York City.”
My Father, My King by Pamela Taylor
Sublime Line: “An absolutely sensational renaissance novel filled with dry humor, heartfelt moments, and exceptional characters.”
Daisy in the Doghouse by Joe Barrett
Sublime Line: “This is an amazingly well-written novel that gives the reader a good dose of laughter and reminds us that greed should take a back seat to helping others.”
In Elysian Fields by Tom Evans
Sublime Line: “In Elysian Fields is just a reminder that baseball and love, when done properly, are like soothing poetry.”
The Ghost of Jamie McVay by R.G. Ziemer
Sublime Line: “The Ghost of Jamie McVay stands as a timely parable for the rippling consequences a single act can bring to lives. The search for atonement, redemption, justice, while fighting unrepentant evil.”
Second Son by Pamela Taylor
Sublime Line: “Historical fiction lovers will enjoy this tale of knightly adventure.”
Fishermen's Court by Andrew Wolfendon
Sublime Line: “A confessional self-examination suspense-driven mystery that shows how personal past is always relevant to the personal future.”
The Long Road by Daniel B. Oliver
Sublime Line: “Readers will cheer for Hank Galloway, whose determination to never stop reaching for the stars puts a sympathetic face on mental illness.”
The Body on the Roof by Kevin Creager
Sublime Line: “A good whodunit for young readers with a nice twist in the middle and a valuable life lesson at the end.”
Hearts of Mercy by Joan Donaldson
Sublime Line: “A beautifully written tale with a courageous heroine, based on historical facts.”
The Divine Affliction by Robert M. Fleisher
Sublime Line: “The Divine Affliction shows you that the toughest enemy is the one you can’t see.”
Evolution of a Young Man in Love by William West
Sublime Line: “Like a fine game of chess, this one involving an old friend, a new flame, and the Bedroom Killer, Evolution of a Young Man in Love moves the right pieces at the right time.”