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  The Summer House - A Novel

  Masashi Matsuie

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  This prize-winning debut novel offers a compelling, insightful portrait of modern Japan through a group of architects competing to design a major new building in Tokyo. 
   
   
   
  Tōru Sakanishi is a recent university graduate who joins the prestigious Murai Office, a small architecture firm founded by Shunsuke Murai, former student of Frank Lloyd Wright. A sensitive and observant narrator, Sakanishi is captivated by the artistic quality and careful consideration the Murai Office shows to each of its designs. 
   
   
   
  As the sweltering summer months approach, the Murai Office migrates from Tokyo to Kita-Asama, a mountain village and artists' colony whose heyday has passed. There, this small team of architects, including two women who Sakanishi is clumsily attracted to, set out to design the National Library of Modern Literature, competing against a rival firm that snaps up one government project after the next. 
   
   
   
  Beautifully translated by National Book Award–winner Margaret Mitsutani, The Summer House is a character-driven story with prose that highlights the natural beauty of Japan, the ingenuity of architecture, and the clashing of modernity and tradition.

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  Maine Moose & a Killer on the Loose

  Nellie H. Steele

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  A lost treasure, missing artifacts, and a killer on the loose—can the mother-daughter duo solve the mystery before a killer strikes again? 
  When their vacation in Bar Harbor, Maine, turns deadly, amateur sleuths Lily and Cassie find themselves entangled in a web of secrets dating back to the days of pirates. With their spirited ghost companion, Ri, and the clues hidden in a series of stolen artifacts, the duo must piece together the puzzle before time runs out. As danger lurks in every corner of this quaint coastal town, they’ll need all their wits—and maybe a little paranormal help—to crack the case and avoid becoming the next victims. 
  Fans of paranormal cozies will love this thrilling installment in the Lily & Cassie by the Sea series by Nellie H. Steele. Get ready for a cozy mystery filled with intrigue, humor, and a touch of the supernatural!

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  Twisted Engagement

  Sandi K. Whipple

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   Lilly decides marrying David would be a mistake and breaks her engagement. She leaves New York and finds comfort and new love with Glenn, believing all her dreams have come true. But when her ex catches up with her leaving her bruised and frightened, what he plans for her,well... those things were never in her dreams. 

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  Grimm's Complete Fairy Tales

  The Brothers Grimm

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  Step into a world where forests whisper secrets, magic hides behind every shadow, and courage often comes from the most unlikely heroes. Grimm’s Complete Fairy Tales by the Brothers Grimm is a timeless collection of enchanting stories that have captivated generations and inspired countless adaptations in literature, film, and art. 
  First gathered in the early 19th century by Jacob Grimm and Wilhelm Grimm, these tales preserve the rich oral storytelling traditions of European folklore. Within this legendary collection, listeners will encounter beloved characters such as Cinderella, Rapunzel, Snow White, and Hansel and Gretel—each story woven with wonder, mystery, and unforgettable lessons. 
  Far more than simple bedtime stories, these fairy tales explore the depths of human nature: bravery in the face of danger, kindness rewarded, cleverness overcoming evil, and hope shining through the darkest moments. From enchanted castles and talking animals to wicked witches and magical transformations, every tale invites listeners into a world where imagination reigns, and anything seems possible. 
  This audiobook edition brings the magic of the Grimm brothers’ masterpieces vividly to life, allowing modern audiences to experience the rhythm and charm of these classic stories in a new and immersive way. Whether you are revisiting cherished childhood favorites or discovering these legendary tales for the first time, this collection offers hours of spellbinding storytelling. 
  Perfect for families, dreamers, and lovers of classic literature, Grimm’s Complete Fairy Tales remains one of the most influential and enduring story collections ever created. Let the timeless voices of folklore guide you through a magical journey where bravery, wisdom, and a touch of magic can change everything.

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  Mystical Hermetic & Christian...

  Various Hermetic & Early...

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  What if you could hear the whispered hymns of desert sages as they charted the soul’s climb beyond the stars? 
  The Mystical Hermetic & Christian Dialogues audiobook (approx. 3 hrs 45 min) brings ancient voices to life with immersive narration, gentle ambient tones, and strategic pauses for reflection.  
  Listen as: 
  •	A master intones the Discourse on the Eighth and Ninth, lifting you sphere by sphere toward the Divine. 
  •	Worshippers chant the Prayer of Thanksgiving, their reverence echoing in a stone-vaulted sanctuary. 
  •	Hermes Trismegistus explains sacred mysteries in the Perfect Discourse, rebutted by a Christian monk who quotes the Gospel of John. 
  •	Scholarly interludes supply concise context so you never lose the thread of these soaring visions. 
  Perfect for meditation walks, late-night study, or seekers hungry for wisdom beyond the ordinary page.

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  A Novel in a Nutshell - From...

  George Moore

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  The bookshelves of British literature are incredible collections that have gathered together centuries of very talented authors.  From these Isles their fame spread and whilst among their number many are now forgotten or neglected their talents endure.  Among them is George Moore.

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