BookTrib’s Bites: Four Captivating Winter Reads

(NewsUSA) - A Mysterious Night at the Library by Kim Chesney

A delightful tale about the magic of books, the fun of learning, and the joy of new friendships.

It's the night before Halloween, and twins Kat and Ollie are in for a big surprise at the library. Under a full moon and shooting stars, they discover a little bear who's fallen out of his book after being tucked away for over 100 years! There's just one problem—he doesn't remember how to read!

What's a bear to do? Luckily, Kat and Ollie know just the thing. They whisk him away to their farmhouse, where they teach him the ABCs, show him the wonders of reading, and form a lasting bond of friendship along the way.

The author channels her childhood love of reading and adventure into stories for all ages. This debut book is sure to bring a smile to readers from every generation.  Purchase at https://bit.ly/4hxBIZB.

The 9th Colony: Hornet’s Nest by Colin Curtis

A gripping and thought-provoking science fiction novel that challenges the very foundations of what readers believe about the world. Through a captivating narrative, the author takes readers on a thrilling journey filled with mystery, intrigue and a profound exploration of human existence.

The story revolves around Simon Chambers, a seemingly ordinary 28-year-old decorator. However, on one fateful day, his life takes an extraordinary turn when he witnesses a mysterious craft circling above him. He is kidnapped by an alien race and transported to another galaxy. But he escapes – and forms a resistance group, working to uncover the truth of human origins.

It's a series of events that catapult Simon into a world of discovery and danger, shattering the illusions that have clouded Earth’s population for almost two centuries.

Now available in audiobook format, as well as hardcover, paperback and ebook. Purchase at https://bit.ly/4eHb7qQ.

My Journey with Angels by Leslie Przymusinski

In this heart-wrenching tale,  a young Jamaican girl faces a darkness that no child should ever endure. Left in the hands of abusive family members, three-year-old Leslie must adapt to her new environment. This is a true story of survival, resilience, and hope. From the shadows of abuse and despair, Leslie's tale unfolds with raw honesty, revealing the depths of her pain and the strength to escape it.

As Leslie navigates her abusive childhood, she encounters moments of kindness; angels that light her path. These angels offer her solace and strength. Later in her journey, she meets a new teen mother who needs desperate help. Suddenly, there is a story within a story, as she pays her blessings forward. Leslie’s journey is not only a testament to her courage and faith but also a tribute to the power of compassion and the human spirit's unyielding will to survive. Purchase at https://bit.ly/3OLrqZn.

Third Collection of Short Stories by Stanislas M. Yassukovich

Stanislas Yassukovich returns with another riveting collection of short stories, a worthy successor to his acclaimed Short Stories and A Cape Town Decameron. Each tale, woven from his vast experiences, spans an array of subjects, characters, and locales. Drawing inspiration from his illustrious career as an international investment banker, Yassukovich gives readers a privileged peek into the intersections of finance, adventure, and the human spirit.

Every story offers a unique flavor, capturing varied moods and moments. Collectively, they paint a vivid tableau of a world both bygone and current, all anchored by enduring values. His insights, observations and keen writing style provide the roadmap for a journey through a life richly lived and brilliantly recounted. Purchase at https://bit.ly/47yUXMK.