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Best Indie Books of August

FICTION

THREE SHATTERED SOULS

by Mai Corland

A compelling and skillfully written end to a thrilling fantasy series. Full review >

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TEENS & YOUNG ADULT

ASH & FEATHER

written and illustrated by Sharon Frances

Rich language and striking visuals reveal emotional lessons about family, resolution, and love. Full review >

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FICTION

Fox Creek

by M. E. TORREY M.E. Torrey

A rich, engrossing tale about the antebellum South that delivers indelible characters. Full review >

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BIOGRAPHY & MEMOIR

THE UNLOCKING

by Porscia Lam

An extraordinary portrait of an autistic boy and the fight to help him. Full review >

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CHILDREN'S

Ezarah and Elyse: Starlit Ballet

by Essence Neely ; illustrated by Hameo Pham

A beautifully written book that finds its real emotion in its lovely illustrations. Full review >

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