Books, Reviews etc - The Chrysalis BREW Project

The First Unicorn: Miracle on Wonder Island by Kathleen J. Shields is a life-changing book. Through Aden's story, Shields shares with us a powerful message of love, kindness, forgiveness, and faith. 

T.V. Holiday's Vendetta: Legend of the Iron Warrior, Vol 3 is a faith-based urban fantasy novel that takes us on a wild ride to Carnage Coast, the battleground between good and evil. 

The Gospel of Poetic Frolic by Sergio Melicio de Bel is a timeless collection of prose and poetry that explores various themes like love, loss, nature, pain, rage, healing, and self-discovery, among others.

Internet echo chambers, format constraints, and algorithmic rewards favor the simplification of ideas. But the great books are never as simple. Read on to have our expert set the record straight about the books they read.

The Crash of Worlds by Alisse Lee Goldenberg is the third book of The Children of Colonodona series. It enmeshes us in the lives of Lucas, Audrina, Zayna, Gertrude, and Salazar as they grapple with love, self-identity, acceptance, and survival. We also get to revisit Sitnalta and Navor. 

What happens when the scariest thing in an Appalachian horror story is not a monster in the woods, but the quiet collapse of ordinary people? Sean M. Price’s Signs of The Fall turns Salem, Virginia into a haunting crossroads of temptation, loneliness, faith, and emotional decay.

What's It Like To Be Old? by John Maynard is a beautiful collection of poems that unflinchingly portrays the myriad experiences of growing old. 

Here now are the winners of the BREW Nonfiction Book Excellence Award for this year.

From technical insights to creative inspiration, the right resources can shape strategy, sharpen skills, and spark innovation. This roundup brings together real-world recommendations from professionals who depend on high-quality content to guide their work and keep pace with evolving standards.

Tattle Tails is a must-read children's book written by Stacy Byous, Ph.D and illustrated by Maddie Kimber. It beautifully highlights the difference between tatting and telling.

What if your biggest business decision was made in a hospital hallway at midnight? In Rainbow Gold by David B. Hampson, discover why by reading the full review.

Have you ever remembered something ordinary and realized it quietly shaped your entire life? Have You Seen Grandma’s Bra? by Michael Skoch, MD reveals how—read the full review.

Michael Ray Ewing's Lightning is an action-packed sci-fi thriller that is bound to send chills up your spine. 

Turn Words Into Wealth: 7 Ways to Make Seven Figures As A Thought Leader by Aurora Winter is a roadmap to success. With real-life case scenarios and actionable strategies, Winter equips us to become successful thought leaders. 

The Brighter The Light The Darker The Shadow by Verlin Darrow is a fast-paced murder mystery and legal thriller with a dash of spirituality. Kade Tobin's story will definitely take you on a rollercoaster ride. 

The Song of Vengeance is a magical adventure, rooted in Jewish folklore, that follows a young college freshman as she embarks on an expedition to save her two best friends, restore happiness to a magical world, and discover the perks of adulthood.

Why do centuries-old stories still unlock modern emotions, debates, and decisions in unexpected places? This roundup explores how classic books keep resurfacing—and invites readers to discover why inside.