Set off on an adventure to new worlds this week! This selection of new science fiction and fantasy books will surely please! Science Fiction fans should be excited about the latest from bestselling authors R.C. Ducantlin, Cameron Reed, Brett Brooks, Julie Weil Thomas, Jon Kiln, and more. If Fantasy is what your library needs, you’ll be able to pick up the latest from Steven Wiley, C.L. Gaber, Deborah J. Lightfoot, Honey Phillips, Lola Glass, and more. Enjoy your new science fiction and fantasy books. Happy reading!
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New Business and Finance Books to Read | April 14
Looking for some new business and finance books for your library? There are so many new releases this week that you’re bound to find a new favorite. You can pick up new books from D.M. Christensen, Emma Grede, Ash Maurya, and more. Enjoy your new business and finance books. Happy reading!
New Romance Books to Read | April 14
Looking to fall in love with some new romance reads? You’ll adore these exciting new novels! This week you can get your hands on books by bestselling authors Elle Kennedy, Piper Rayne, Lisa Lovell, Willow Aster, Judith Keim, and more. Enjoy your new romance books and happy reading!
New Biography and Memoir Books to Read | April 14
Looking for some new biography and memoir books for your library? There are so many new releases this week that you’re bound to find a new favorite. You can pick up new books from Harrison Hill, Lidia Lae, Beth Morrison, Mark Stanley, and more. Enjoy your new biography and memoir books. Happy reading!
New Young Adult Books to Read | April 14
Are you an avid reader of Young Adult books? This week you are in luck! With all of these new novels, you’re bound to find a new favorite book to add to your reading list. This week includes new novels from bestselling authors K. L. Walther, Camille Peters, Kenzie Brayne, Gabi Burton, and more. Enjoy your new young adult books. Happy reading!
Interview with Stu Strumwasser, Author of A Real Collusion
What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write this book?
The two-party system is failing in America. Most of us feel that way and wish for a leader and a movement to effect change. This is the David vs. Goliath story of John Campbell. Only 14% of us approve of Congress. Forty-five percent of us identify as independent, yet we have no voice or representation in our own government. That needs to change. Sometimes a movement starts by accident, and sometimes it requires a leader. "A Real Collusion" exposes the real conspiracy between the Republican and Democratic parties and tells the fictional David vs. Goliath story of the man who led an independent political movement that almost took down the two-party system in America.
If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of your book, what would they be?
John Campbell (the book’s main character and leader of the independent political movement) should have “Revolution” by the Beatles as his theme song. Not only is he leading a reform movement, but if you go back and read the lyrics, John Lennon was talking about seeing a revolution of tolerance. The change we need is not to go from one political or philosophical orientation to another, but rather to reach a place where people of various backgrounds and perspectives can work together, disagree respectfully, and compromise in order to accomplish things. At the end of the day, we are all American, and we are all human.
What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?
Literary novels. As a writer, I have gravitated toward creating stories about weighty subjects, but with the pacing, plot twists, and intrigue of a thriller. As a reader, many of my favorite books are quiet stories about regular people, often classics.
What books are on your TBR pile right now?
Vince Flynn! I wrote a political thriller, so I figured I should probably read one that sold millions of copies.
What scene in your book was your favorite to write?
There are so many, and so many that feel deeply personal to me. I love the opening scenes when a Community Board meeting goes sideways and leads to the creation of a political movement. I also particularly love the conversations between Skip Winters (the story’s narrator and the best friend of the main character) and the antagonist, Steven Fenterman, when Skip goes to visit Fenterman in prison in Ossining (otherwise known as Sing Sing).
Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)
No. Ha. Hemingway said he liked to pour a nice, neat scotch. I do that on occasion.
Do you have a motto, quote, or philosophy you live by?
My new motto, which I have adopted recently in relation to promoting a book about political reform, is this: Change is not impossible; it is fucking inevitable.
If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?
Change is possible. Our government wasn’t always this way. The Republican Party was a third party, and six years after being founded, they captured the Presidency. There are so many good people and so many who want to do the right thing and care about others. However, our system is deeply flawed, and in the last forty years, it has been broken. In the book, I explain how it got this way, but also how it truly can be repaired—all through an incredible fictional illustration and alternate history recounting. This doesn’t require impossible revolutionary change; rather, it can be incremental. We just need good people to do a little instead of doing nothing.
Interview with Emma Lenn, Author of Whispers from Heaven
What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write this book?
I knew this book could be inspiring to those who need hope. I wanted it to be special. After more than a year of extensive research and documentation, I thought it was complete enough for publication.
If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of your book, what would they be?
"Angel" – Sarah McLachlan Gentle and emotional—perfect for my story of angels who are compassionate and comforting.
What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?
I go back and forth between cozy mystery and literary fiction.
What scene in your book was your favorite to write?
My true stories were told to me by some of my favorite people at the local Veterans Community Living Center and by my family.
Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)
I like to smile while writing. It reminds me of my desire for my readers to be happy.
Do you have a motto, quote or philosophy you live by?
Yes, Peace, Hope, Love is both my signature and motto.
If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?
How did it affect their own feelings and reflections?
Emma Lenn is the author of the new book Whispers from Heaven
Interview with Larry Jordan, Author of Pathic Time Stain
What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write this book?
A passion and a fascination with science fiction books and movies from the 1950s to today’s movies and books. I’m retired, and I needed a challenge. I wanted to see if I could write something better than what I have been reading and watching in movies. More than the enjoyment of writing, it was the enjoyment of learning how to write—something most people don’t realize exists. Outer space is fascinating, and I chose to write a book from another galaxy, which made it even more fascinating, especially compared to the ones I already knew of.
If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of your book, what would they be?
Maybe Elton John’s “Bennie and the Jets.” I think in my book that would be Basque Avidin. Another one could be “Rocket Man.” That would have to be my character named Ian.
What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?
I think my favorite genre for audiobooks would be westerns. Close to Westerns would be army-themed audiobooks. I have to admit, I’m not much of a reader. I like to write, but I’m best at listening.
What books are on your TBR pile right now?
I have never heard the term “TBR pile.” If you’re talking about books on my bookshelf, they would be Star Wars and Stargate. Now I have about 150 westerns, army books, and science fiction audiobooks. If they’re DVDs, I have thousands—across all genres.
What scene in your book was your favorite to write?
To be honest, that’s really hard to say. I love the banter that goes on between Ian and Qlee. Then there are the scenes of Webo and his mother, Livia. When Webo was twelve, he was stealing fish, which shows the love and fun of their mother-and-son relationship. But it also shows another type of love—between the two at the time of his mother’s death.
Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)
Mostly, I write when I feel like it, first thing in the morning, or when something comes to mind. I do write a lot with my cat, Abby. I also write a lot while watching a movie. I do write a lot with a blaster pistol that I built from scratch, complete with working sound and an RGB. That is as quirky as I get.
Do you have a motto, quote or philosophy you live by?
I have none. At least, nothing comes to mind. There is a quote in the book: “In a second it came, in a second it was gone.”
If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?
I hope they come away with the enjoyment they had from reading a book. Maybe they’ll find a character that they’ll keep with them after they finish reading.
Interview with Zach Francis, Author of Why Chefs Hate President Trump But I Don't
What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write this book?
The inspiration for this book came from a deeply personal moment involving my family, and a chance encounter with a Vietnam veteran. Growing up, I was told never to ask my great uncle about his experiences in the Vietnam War. Years later, I met a Vietnam veteran at an event who shared a story from combat that left me in tears. Afterward, he told me something that stuck with me: people like my great uncle need to talk about what they went through. That moment forced me to reflect on my own experiences. While I would never compare working in the food industry to serving in combat, I realized I had been carrying my own version of unspoken experiences after seven years in a demanding and often brutal industry. This book is my way of finally telling that story.
If you had to pick theme songs for the main characters of your book, what would they be?
Easy. Hotel California by The Eagles. That song can be interpreted in many ways. At least for me, it’s about never being able to escape an unpleasant environment.
What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?
I like reading nonfiction, particularly biographies. You can learn from the legends in history.
What books are on your TBR pile right now?
As of April 2026, I don’t have anything on my TBR pile. It’s hard to market a book while also working on developing my second book. I’m going to keep that second book a secret, so stick around my Amazon profile to see what I have in store!
What scene in your book was your favorite to write?
I had a stint in fine dining under a chef I call "Chef X." It was a highly disciplined environment where you had to be on your game throughout the entire shift. 12+ hours Crazy coworkers 5 minutes to eat and then back to work If I had to live my life all over again, I would easily go back to Chef X's restaurant.
Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)
No, I don’t have any quirky writing habits. I split my work into marketing and writing phases. As of now, I’m mostly working on marketing my first book.
Do you have a motto, quote or philosophy you live by?
Positivity Positivity Positivity I had to repeat that because it’s applicable in every industry. I’ll be honest, this project was a lot harder than I anticipated. There were times I wanted to quit, but I had to accept every win that I earned. For example, on March 30th, I hit #1 in three categories for my book after a promotional campaign. I was seriously excited that all my hard work paid off.
If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?
You can still succeed in modern-day America. Nobody is keeping you down.
Zach Francis is the author of the new book Why Chefs Hate President Trump But I Don't
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Interview with Amanda Spann, Author of I Have an App Idea
What's the story behind the story? What inspired you to write this book?
I’ve worked in tech-based economic development for nearly two decades, and across different communities around the world, I kept seeing the same pattern. There was always a strong spirit of entrepreneurship, but many businesses didn’t last beyond 18 months to three years. A big part of that was because they weren’t incorporating technology from the beginning in a way that actually supported scale or sustainability. At the same time, as I started to see success as an app entrepreneur, I began getting messages from people everywhere saying, “I have an app idea, but I don’t know where to start.”
I couldn’t support everyone one-on-one, but I also couldn’t ignore the pattern. These were brilliant, capable people with real expertise; they just didn’t have the product development roadmap. What really pushed me to move with urgency was when I started receiving letters from incarcerated individuals. That made me think deeply about timing and access. How different could someone’s life look if they had the right information at the right moment? So I wrote the book as a way to respond to all of them at once. It’s my “reply all.” It’s the framework I’ve used, turned into a clear, accessible roadmap so people can build with structure before they spend time, money, or write a single line of code.
What's your favorite genre to read? Is it the same as your favorite genre to write?
My favorite genres to read are biographies and historical fiction. I’m really drawn to real stories—how people think, how they navigate challenges, and what it actually takes to build something meaningful. Sometimes, real life is more compelling than fiction. What I write is more practical and instructional, but it’s still rooted in real experiences. So, while the format is different, the inspiration behind it is very much the same.
What books are on your TBR pile right now?
I just finished one of the autobiographies of Booker T. Washington, and that’s definitely inspired me to keep going deeper into biographies. Beyond that, I’m looking forward to reading more books on AI, entrepreneurship, and psychology. That intersection is where a lot of the future is being shaped, so I like to stay grounded in both the human and the technical sides of it.
What scene in your book was your favorite to write?
My favorite parts were the guided activities. I love watching people go from having a vague idea to real clarity on what they’re building, who it’s for, and how it actually works. I also really enjoyed including insights from entrepreneurs, developers, and investors. Those perspectives bring the process to life and give readers a sense that they’re not navigating this alone.
Do you have any quirky writing habits? (lucky mugs, cats on laps, etc.)
I’m a bit of a digital nomad when I write. I like to go to a different city or even another country, get an Airbnb, and just isolate for a couple of days. I’ll have the TV on in the background on mute, and I’ll write in long, focused stretches, only stopping for food and water. It’s not glamorous, but it works.
Do you have a motto, quote or philosophy you live by?
“Domain expertise is the new technical edge.” I truly believe the people closest to the problem are the ones best positioned to solve it. You don’t have to be the most technical person in the room; you just need clarity, structure, and the right tools. And also, “Life is generous.”
If you could choose one thing for readers to remember after reading your book, what would it be?
You don’t need to know how to code. You don’t need to be rich. You don’t need to break the bank. But you do need a plan. Building an app is building a business. If you take the time to think through how it serves people, how it solves a real problem, and how it generates revenue, you can save yourself years of frustration and thousands of dollars. More importantly, you can build something that actually works.
