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Author Debora G. de Farias discusses her debut historical novel, Standing Tall. It's the story of Cecilia Grierson, Argentina's first female physician. Set against the progressive Golden Age, Standing Tall explores the vibrant culture and realities of life in South America, including the plight of immigrants, the fight for women's rights, and the yearning to be part of the global pursuit of knowledge in science and art. Debora writes about little-known heroes in the hope that we may get to know them better.

Author Claire Matturro discusses her latest novel, The Smuggler's Daughter. It is a crime thriller set on the Gulf Coast of Florida, which is Claire's home state and a place that she readily admits is rich for crime fiction. The Smuggler's Daughter is a twisting, turning game of cat and mouse. Claire's story is inspired by real-life events that took place in Florida in the late 1970's involving a drug smuggling ring that lead to several murders where the bodies were buried in a sink hole.

Author DeAnna Lynn discusses her latest children's picture book, SOAR! Looking for a book for young readers about overcoming adversity and rising above stereotypes? Check out SOAR!, which introduces readers to a young boy from inner city Chicago who learns to overcome the circumstances in his life and appreciate how special he truly is. DeAnna is an experienced Early Childhood educator, and she uses her knowledge of social-emotional development to write culturally relevant books for children of color.

Author Rick Reed discusses his Jack Murphy thriller series. In the latest installment, The Fiercest Enemy (#9), a chilling discovery in the underground mines of rural Indiana sends Det. Jack Murphy searching for the truth on behalf of the victims. In writing this series, Rick draws from his own background as a detective with more than 30 years in law enforcement. His main character is based on several detectives he has known over the years, and the books' supporting casts are amalgamations of real people.

Author Lani Forbes discusses her new young adult historical fantasy series: Age of the Seventh Sun. This new series is a trilogy, with Books 1 and 2 (The Seventh Sun and The Jade Bones) available in bookstores now. These books are inspired by MesoAmerican mythology and, in particular, the origin myth of the five suns. In creating this series, Lani has woven together a fun mix of fantasy, history and romance set in a rich and complex world, based on the legends and history of the Aztec and Maya people.

Award-winning author Donna Meredith discusses her latest novel, Buried Seeds. It is the story of two women, a century apart, who come to realize that advocating for causes they believe in often comes with great personal sacrifice. In 2017, one woman takes over as president of the local teacher's union, while in 1903 her great-great-grandmother joins the women's suffrage movement. Buried Seeds, as with all of her books, contains strong yet flawed heroines who find courage and, in turn, find themselves.

Author Stella May discusses her novel, Rhapsody in Dreams, a modern-day love story with a mystical twist. How many chances do we get to find love with the one person who is meant for us? In Rhapsody in Dreams, a couple discovers they had a chance encounter as children, but that may not be the only time their souls have previously found each other. Stella is also the author of the Once & Forever trilogy, an epic story about love, family, jealousy and betrayal that spans two continents and three generations.

Author Erica George discusses her debut young adult novel, Words Composed of Sea and Sky. This lyrical novel is written with a dual timeline for the two main characters, each of which is a young woman learning to express herself through poetry. One lives in present-day Cape Cod; the other lives in the same town in the year 1862. This novel, like much of Erica's writing, is all about finding your own voice. Words Composed of Sea and Sky will be available on bookshelves on May 25, 2021.

Author Nova McBee discusses her latest book, Calculated, which will appeal to readers both young and old who enjoy mission-impossible-type stories. Nova blended several sources of inspiration to write this book: living in Asia, the issue of human trafficking, and Alexandre Dumas' The Count of Monte Cristo. Her novel, Calculated, involves a math prodigy, high stakes intrigue and fast-paced action. It is the first book in the series, and the second book, Simulated, will be available in May 2021.

Author Donna Galanti discusses her latest middle grade novel, Unicorn Island. It is the first book in a new series about a young girl who discovers a mysterious island off the coast of South Carolina, an island full of mythical beasts and darker dangers. After writing several books for adults, Donna tried her hand at books for kids and found her niche with middle grade stories. Unicorn Island is her second MG series. Her first series includes Joshua and the Lightning Road and Joshua and the Arrow Realm.