A moment of trust can shift into something far more complicated—and far more lasting—than anyone expects. Boy Altared leans into that tension, tracing a coming-of-age journey shaped by authority, belief, and the quiet unraveling of innocence. Set against the backdrop of a turbulent era, it blends personal struggle with the larger cultural shifts of the time.

Learn about Boy Altared and author J.S. Pavoggi--and be sure to enter for a chance to win a prize in the book tour giveaway at the end of this post. 

Historical Fiction

Date Published: April 1, 2026

Publisher: Acorn Publishing

Intrigued by his grave past, Father Nelson brings him into the church as an altar boy under the mentorship of Harry, an older acolyte. The priest quickly gains control over Jamie, using the boy’s complicated history and his own undisputed authority to initiate a dark turn in their relationship. Jamie falls deeper into the world of religion, and his blooming friendship with Harry becomes a needed distraction from the somber realities of the church. 

Shaped by major cultural events, from the Manson murders to the moon landing, to Woodstock and the Civil Rights Movement, Jamie’s life unfolds as he navigates religion, power, and loss of innocence. A haunting coming of age story, Boy Altared explores a seismic shift into adulthood during one of the most turbulent decades in history.

 J.S. Pavoggi was born in 1957 and raised in Phoenix, Arizona, the sixth of eight children in a devout Catholic family. He attended parochial school, served as an altar boy, and came of age during the turbulence of the Vietnam War era and the cultural upheaval that followed. 

After a 40-year career in public service with the United States Postal Service—where he also served as a union representative—Pavoggi experienced a life-altering heart procedure that changed the way he saw the world. What began as an impulse to write a better streaming series evolved into a powerful, fictionalized account of survival and healing. 

His debut novel, Boy Altared, is a deeply personal work of historical fiction rooted in memory, silence, and resilience. Pavoggi lives in Arizona with his wife of 38 years. They have three children and four grandchildren.

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Ancient woods remember everything. Forest Legend: The Tale of Ol’ Split Toe leans into that idea with a story shaped by time, survival, and the uneasy push-and-pull between humanity and the natural world.

With a young adult lens and an environmental thread running through it, this book looks poised to blend adventure with reflection, tracing how one forest—and one extraordinary deer—witnesses generations of change, conflict, and resilience. For readers drawn to nature-centered fiction, time-spanning journeys, and stories that carry both urgency and heart, this one has a lot to catch the eye.

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Science & Nature/Environment Science Fiction/Time Travel Literature & Fiction/Action & Adventure

Date Published: 03-31-2026

Publisher: Mission Point Press

Split Toe witnesses two hundred years of conflict building between modern humans -- who fight to control the natural world -- and Mother Nature, who repeatedly reaches for balance. He wonders whether human ways will ultimately overpower Mother Nature, until he meets a boy who changes everything.

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 Dan Ellens is an outdoor enthusiast who is passionate about connecting people with nature. He spends nearly half of each year in an isolated, electricity-free treehouse on Winterfield Pines Nature Sanctuary with woodstove heat, handpump water, and oil lamp lighting. 

Dan has written four nonfiction books intended to inspire adventure, promote self-sufficient lifestyles, and connect people with nature.

While not in the wilds, Dan and his wife live in the small community of Salem, Michigan.

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Stories that stay with children often do more than entertain—they give them a safe place to explore big feelings in small, meaningful ways. The kind of story that can be read together one night and revisited later with new understanding.

At its heart, this one leans into quiet bravery—the kind that shows up in uncertain moments, in unlikely friendships, and in learning how to face fears without having to be fearless. There’s a warmth here that feels approachable for younger readers, while still offering enough depth to grow alongside them.

Blending adventure with emotional connection, this story invites readers into a journey where courage looks different for everyone—and where even the smallest steps forward matter.

Date Published: March 10, 2026

Meet Rhea! She is a big, fluffy German Shepherd with a wiggly tail. She is brave and strong, but she has a tiny secret: loud thunder makes her want to hide.

Meet Crowley! He is a clever crow with shiny feathers. But he has a big worry for a bird: looking down from the sky makes him feel dizzy!

One day, on a camping trip, Rhea follows a yummy smell deep into the woods. But as she wanders further and further away from her tent, she gets lost just as big storm clouds begin to gather above her. But she isn't alone in the dark woods. She stumbles upon Crowley, a bird who would rather hop than fly.

Now, this dog and bird must become a team. Can they help each other be brave enough to find Rhea's way back to the campsite?

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A Story That Grows With Your Child! This book features two versions of Rhea and Crowley's adventure:

Read 1 - The Read-Aloud: Short, rhythmic, and full of fun sounds for toddlers (Ages 1-5)

Read 2 -The Early Reader: An expanded story with more details and dialogue for independent readers (Ages 6-9)

G.D's storytelling spark was ignited in the hallowed land of Wales, where his childhood was spent exploring the sea until the legendary midnight summer twilight. His journey led him through academia, earning degrees in Computer Science and Operations Management, culminating in a PhD focused on Virtual Reality. 

​While pursuing his studies in Nottingham, he met his wife. Together, their spirit of adventure took them first to New Zealand, where G.D worked in the video game industry and taught Scuba Diving. A seemingly simple job inquiry brought them to California, a place they planned to "try for one year," and where they still reside almost fourteen years later in Redondo Beach. 

The family, which welcomed their son in 2012, is completed by Rhea, their quirky German Shepherd. Rhea became the key inspiration for G.D's first book, ABC's With Rhea, A doggy journey through the alphabet. Having observed that children learn best through stories, G.D wrote this book to craft a specific, relatable world for each letter, encouraging children to connect deeply with the subject. 

He has recently published his second book, Olly's Journey, and is already hard at work weaving new tales and adventures for his readers. 

G.D's mission is to empower children to pursue their own creative writing journey.

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A story centered on growing up and finding your place can resonate long after the last page is turned. Emma the Elephant brings that journey to life, blending warmth, growth, and heart into a tale that feels both comforting and quietly meaningful.

Perfect for young readers who are beginning to understand making good choices and finding confidence, this story offers a soft, encouraging look at what it means to grow into yourself. With its family-centered guidance, it’s an ideal pick for families, classrooms, or anyone looking to share a story that lingers long after the final page.

Emma is a tale about a young elephant who lives in the Kalahari Desert with her wonderful herd. Emma the Elephant longs to be a strong, wise, and big-hearted elephant like her mother Norma and her many aunties. After learning to make good choices and experiencing hard-won life lessons, Emma the Elephant eventually becomes the elephant she has always wanted to be.

Ms. Alana is a published school teacher and has been spreading a love of learning and reading for decades. She has two wonderful adult children who love to read!

Ms. Alana has always adored elephants; in fact, they are her favorite land animal.

Ms. Alana and her "was-band" lived on a farm in Hawaii where she owned a successful volcano tour company for seven years. She moved from Maui in 2023 and now continues to teach "on the mainland."

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A single moment can fracture everything—and sometimes the truth hides in the cracks it leaves behind. The Guilt of Others leans into that tension, building a mystery that feels as much about emotional fallout as it is about solving a crime. With layered perspectives and shifting truths, this is the kind of read that invites you to look twice at every detail—and every character.

If you’re drawn to mysteries that explore buried secrets while keeping the stakes deeply personal, this one sits firmly in that sweet spot between psychological intrigue and character-driven suspense. Ideal for readers who enjoy slow-burn reveals, it promises a story where answers come at a cost—and nothing is quite as straightforward as it seems.

Mystery

Date Published: February 25, 2026

Publisher: Seacoast Press

 Sara Burrell grew up in Mableton, Georgia. She is a graduate of Young Harris College and The University of Georgia. Sara is in her twentieth year of teaching, and is currently a teacher at an elementary school in Georgia where she is the gifted program coordinator for third, fourth, and fifth grade students. Her husband of 18 years, 2 children, 2 hound dogs, and 2 cats provide plenty of adventure and excitement to her already-busy days. Through all that, she also writes books. The Guilt of Others is her second novel. Her first, Newsworthy, released in 2023, was praised for its suspenseful plot and surprising twists.

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There are some books that feel less like something you read—and more like something you sit with. The Truth invites that quieter kind of experience, the kind where reflection matters more than rushing to the final page.

Rooted in themes of inner awareness, spiritual connection, and the search for lasting peace, this is the kind of read that speaks to anyone who’s ever felt that subtle pull toward “something more.” It leans into stillness, honesty, and the idea that clarity doesn’t come from chasing—it comes from turning inward.

If you’re drawn to thoughtful, introspective reads that explore meaning, consciousness, and emotional depth, this one may resonate in a deeply personal way. The Truth Blitz HTML Copy the code then paste into the html area of your blog, you can go back to the compose area to change colors of text if you want. Just highlight the text and select the color. FOR BOOK TOURS: Please note, you WILL have to add in manually any Excerpt, Interview, Guest Post, etc. you have signed up for once you receive that. 

A Journey to Discover the Divine Within

Date Published: January 8, 2026

From an early age, the author sensed that the world, as it appeared, could not offer the lasting happiness she sought. This inner knowledge led her on a lifelong journey of self-inquiry, spiritual awakening, and profound transformation. Through moments of clarity, struggle, surrender, and divine connection, she began to uncover a deeper reality—one that exists beyond thought, identity and the external world. 

The Truth goes beyond the outer forms of faith and explores the inner, spiritual meaning of life, which is universal to all. It gently guides the reader toward awareness, self-honesty, and inner stillness. Through lived experience, reflection, and spiritual insight, it explores themes such as Iove, detachment, suffering, consciousness, prayer, and the rediscovery of the True Self. 

This book is for those who have questioned the nature of happiness, felt a quiet longing for something more, or sensed that beneath the noise of the world lies a deeper knowing waiting to be remembered. 

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JABEEN JIWA is a spiritual writer and Transpersonal Integrative Psychotherapist whose life has been shaped by a deep inner search for truth, meaning, and awakening. From an early age, she felt drawn beyond the surface of life toward a deeper understanding of consciousness, love, and the nature of the self. Her journey unfolded through profound inner experience, reflection, prayer, and spiritual awareness, leading to a lived understanding that true peace and fulfilment arise not from the outer world, but from within.

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There’s something timeless about a brand-new pair of boots—especially when you’re a kid who can already picture the adventures waiting in them.

Just Look at Those Boots captures that wide-eyed excitement of childhood, where imagination runs as fast as a horse across an open field… and sometimes gets you into a little trouble along the way. Rooted in farm life and inspired by real family history, this story blends gentle lessons with the kind of everyday adventure that feels both nostalgic and wonderfully relatable.

Perfect for young readers who love animals, wide-open spaces, and stories that celebrate responsibility, growing up, and a touch of cowboy spirit, this second installment in the series continues to honor life on a 1930s Oklahoma farm with heart and authenticity.

 

Date Published: 02-26-2026

Publisher: Solander Press

A.J. is so excited about his new cowboy boots. He wears them on the first day of the school year. Mom said it was for only one day and then back to his regular boots or sneakers. During recess, A.J. plays in an exciting game of kickball. His boots get very messy during the game.

When he gets home, Jon, the farm hand, see the boots and tells him to clean them up then get into his work boots. Jon tells him to give Lady Star a ride because she’s waited all day for him.

On the ride, A.J. heads to the shallow pond out in one field. While A.J. daydreams, Lady Star sees the pond and decides to get there fast. A.J. loses control of Lady Star and finds himself thrown into the pond. Daydreaming on the ride means A.J. has additional chores when he returns to the barn.

In this second book, Sherry Roberts continues to tell stories inspired by her father’s childhood during the 1930s and 1940s in Northeast Oklahoma. For those who enjoy stores of the American West, as well as history, Just Look At Those Boots, is a must-read.

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Sherry Roberts is an award-winning children’s book author. She holds a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Louisville. She has written multiple award-winning fiction picture books such as ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas…A First for Gus, Hello, Can I Bug You?, Gabriel and the Special Memorial Day, What’s Wrong with Barnaby, and The Best Reading Buddy. She also has written two non-fiction award-winning picture books, Sonnet, Sonnet, What’s in Your Bonnet? and A Visit Through the Wetlands. These two were illustrated with her photography. Sherry’s newest picture book, Amica Helps Zoe, was featured in Kirkus e-newsletter June 2025 as Indie Pick and received a Get It: Recommend review.

As a former middle school teacher, Dr. Roberts decided to write her first middle-grade novel (ages 8-13). Her debut novel, The Galaxy According to CeCe, is the first book in a three-book series. It was officially released on February 24, 2024. Book two, The Galaxy According to Cece: The Mysterious Dr. Pruitt, was released August 2024. Book three, The Galaxy According to Cece: The Stars Align, released February 2025.

Sherry’s next venture is a chapter book series (ages 6-8). The first book, Just Call Me Pardner, was released August 1, 2025. The series is about a young boy in the 1930s on a small farm in Northeastern Oklahoma and is inspired by stories of her father’s childhood in the 1930s. Book 2, Just Look at Those Boots, launches in early 2026, with Book 3, Just Don’t Give a Girl a Frog, launching in November 2026.

Dr. Roberts has also written many articles that appear in various academic journals, along with three textbooks. Personal Financial Literacy is in its fourth edition (Pearson). She is an associate professor of Marketing in Jones College of Business at Middle Tennessee State University.

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Today’s book blitz highlights The Wolf Experiment, a new urban fantasy release by Laura Daleo. The story combines a contemporary setting with supernatural elements and follows events that unfold after an unexpected discovery in a small mountain town. 

Below is a look at the book’s details and official description as part of this tour feature.  Be sure to enter for a chance to win a prize in the book tour giveaway at the end of this post too! 

In Doford Peaks, a small mountain town, 19-year-old Ethan lives with his grandma. His life is quite normal, at least as normal as it can be for someone with asthma. A winter morning walk turns dramatic when he and his grandma discover an 18-year-old girl, Mia, who is unconscious and injured. As Mia recovers, bits of her past emerge, attracting agents Gibson and Cooper of the Bureau of Supernatural Investigation (BSI). A complex web of secrets associated with the Defense Forces of Genesis (DFOG) intertwines their fates. As the truth emerges, Ethan and Mia must face the horrifying reality of The Wolf Experiment. 

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Based on the description, the story centers on uncovering hidden truths tied to supernatural investigations and classified programs. The plot appears to focus on how personal lives are affected when larger forces become involved.

The presence of investigative agencies suggests a narrative driven by discovery and gradual revelation.

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This book may be a good fit for readers who enjoy:

• Urban fantasy set in small, close-knit towns

• Werewolf stories with a darker, more grounded tone

• Supernatural mysteries involving secret agencies and hidden experiments

• Characters uncovering truths that change everything they thought they knew

• Stories where personal stakes collide with larger, classified forces

If you like urban fantasy that blends everyday life with unsettling supernatural discoveries, The Wolf Experiment offers a story rooted in mystery, secrecy, and transformation. 

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