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My second foray into sci-fi, and consider me officially converted. This isn’t just a "space story"—it’s a masterclass in the architecture of civilization. It weaves together politics, sociology, and psychology so tightly that you forget you’re reading about a fictional planet. Plus, having a protagonist who actually feels like a hero (albeit a complicated one) makes the dense lore go down like fine spice coffee.

However, we need to talk about that finale...

While the world-building was a 10/10, the landing felt a bit more like a controlled crash. A few things I’m still obsessing over:

The Missing Showdown: I spent the entire book manifesting a cinematic, high-tension face-off between Paul and the Harkonnens. I wanted the dialogue, the escalation, the visceral satisfaction of a hard-earned revenge. Instead, it felt like the revenge happened while I was blinking.

The "Tell, Don't Show" Aftermath: I loved seeing the strategic preparation, but it felt a bit lopsided to spend so much time on the "how-to" and so little on the "here-it-is." The aftermath was beautifully explained to set up the sequel, but I wanted to feel the heat of the battle more.

The Irulan Enigma: Princess Irulan is such a fascinating shadow throughout the book, but she remained just that—a shadow. I was desperate for more of her perspective beyond the epigraphs.

End Game by Riley Paige went live early so head on over to KU and pick it up now!

Timecracks act as portals to other dimensions. They have existed since the creation of time and the multiverse, and when one arrives during a storm at the newly discovered pyramid site in the Yucatan jungle, it's the beginning of a nightmare journey into another world for archaeologist, Malcolm Kinross and his wife, Lucy.

When another timecrack strikes the secretive energy complex, the Facility in New Mexico, their sons, Archie and Richard, along with their tutor, Marjorie, and uncle, Professor John Strawbridge, find themselves thrust into the same world of New Arrivals, ancient warring tribes and deadly enemies.

Richard is endowed with the ability to 'see' beyond his own world. Can he help Archie to find their parents, and find a way to escape the rebel Arnaks and return to their own world?

Violet Cartwright wakes in a soundproof room with her wrists bound and a stranger who claims to know everything about her.

He calls himself an artist. She is his masterpiece. One calculated cut, one whispered truth—he will reshape her into his vision.

But Violet doesn't beg. She doesn't break. She meets his obsession with something he didn't expect: defiance with teeth.

Every truth he reveals only sharpens her edge. Every move he makes shows him he chose wrong. This isn't the woman he imagined. This isn't going according to plan.

In total darkness, predator and prey begin to look identical.

Shades of Night is a relentless psychological thriller about obsession, survival, and what happens when your masterpiece refuses to cooperate.

Do you ever feel like your voice isn’t good enough to sing for God?

This inspiring book will change how you see your gift forever!

In Everybody Can Sing, worship pastor and music mentor A. B. Samuel shares powerful lessons, real-life stories, and simple tools to help you grow from a shy or uncertain singer into a confident worshiper filled with God’s presence.

Inside, you’ll discover:

✅ Why everyone has a God-given voice

✅ How to overcome fear and comparison

✅ Simple steps to improve your singing

✅ The secret to singing with anointing, not performance

✅ A 30-day plan to train your voice and spirit

Whether you sing on stage, in church, or in your room, this book will help you lift your voice with confidence and joy. Because truly, everybody can sing for God — and that includes you!

Grab your copy today!

Available from PsalmsArts Publishing Inc.

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