Kim Michele Richardson resides in the rolling hills of Kentucky where she is a volunteer for Habitat for Humanity and an advocate for the prevention of child abuse and domestic violence. She is also the author of the bestselling memoir The Unbreakable Child. Liars Bench is her first novel. She is a contributor to the Huffington Post and is busy working on her next novel, God Pretty in the Tobacco Field.
The Windsor Affair (2026) Melanie Benjamin "Melanie Benjamin delivers another brilliant historical about two spicy, colorful women involved in a juicy, scandalous rivalry inside the royal family. Exceptional and entertaining, full of dazzle, glitter and grace, The Windsor Affair is a book you'll devour in one day."
The Song of the Blue Bottle Tree (2025) India Hayford "India Hayford's riveting debut is an exploration of tangled familial bonds, loss, love and the redemption of fierce womanhood. Captivating storytelling that is utterly unforgettable."
The Nature of Disappearing (2024) Kimi Cunningham Grant "Addictive and unforgettable, Grant renders a poignant tale blistering with authenticity and emotion set against Idaho's lonely and rugged wilderness."
The Flower Sisters (2024) Michelle Collins Anderson "Anderson weaves a rich and poignant tale of a small Ozarks town's factual tragedy, its generational secrets and the juxtapose of searching and belonging. Vivid and evocative, this is a debut to savor."
The Hidden Life of Cecily Larson (2024) Ellen Baker "Unforgettable. Baker's electrifying tale is a haunting testament to the complex intersections of familial bonds driven by a remarkable courage which can only be found in hope."
Where You End (2024) Abbott Kahler "Where You End is a savvy, gripping psychological thriller with perfectly crafted multifaceted characters and literary flair. Abbott Kahler's mesmerizing, addictive plot starts with a bang and never lets up, asking disquieting questions about our capacity for reinvention, and how far we're willing to go for the ones we love. An astonishing debut."
One Summer in Savannah (2023) Terah Shelton Harris "An unforgettable portrayal of familial tragedy, bravery, and redemption. Harris delivers a powerful heartrending debut about what it means to forgive the unforgivable."
No Two Persons (2023) Erica Bauermeister "Unforgettable. No Two Persons is a beautiful and haunting love letter to the redemptive power of stories and the impressive mark it leaves on readers. Bauermeister is a powerful storyteller who weaves a brilliant narrative, while painting portraits of compelling characters."
The Wilderwomen (2022) Ruth Emmie Lang "Powerful, fascinating and utterly unique, The Wilderwomen is an unforgettable journey of family bonds, hope and resilience!"
Wingwalkers (2022) Taylor Brown "Brown weaves a rich and poignant tale from a tidbit in Faulkner's life around an aerial barnstorming couple of the 1930s. Fierce and beautiful."
Where I Can't Follow (2022) Ashley Blooms "Where I Can't Follow is a powerful and unflinching look into emotion, place and its people, and what binds you even when not fully belonging. Ashley Blooms has written a haunting testament to the survival of self and family in a struggling, desperate Appalachian community."
The Last Bookshop in London (2021) Madeline Martin "The Last Bookshop in London is an irresistible tale which showcases the transformative power of literacy, reminding us of the hope and sanctuary our neighborhood bookstores offer during the perilous trials of war and unrest."
Waiting for the Night Song (2021) Julie Carrick Dalton "Smart and searingly passionate, Dalton’s absorbing mystery debut explores many timely issues including global warming, female friendships, childhood secrets, and the lengths we take to protect them ? Waiting For The Night Song is an illuminating snapshot of nature, betrayal and sacrifices set in the evocative New Hampshire wilderness."
The Arctic Fury (2020) Greer Macallister "An unforgiving, snow-dazzling landscape, a cast of extraordinary, fierce women, and a nail-biting courtroom drama that wrecked my nails makes this historical gem unputdownable!"
The Paris Children (2020) Gloria Goldreich "Atmospheric and immersive, The Paris Children, is an extraordinary, rich novel that will leave a powerful mark on readers' hearts."
The Engineer's Wife (2020) (Engineer's Wife, book 1) Tracey Enerson Wood "Well-researched with great attention to detail, The Engineer's Wife is based on the true story about the exceptional woman who was tasked to build the Brooklyn Bridge. Though the great bridge would connect a city, it would also cause division and great loss for many. Tracey Enerson Wood delivers an absorbing and poignant tale of struggle, self-sacrifice and the family transformed by the building of the legendary American landmark during the volatile time of women's suffrage, riots and corruption. A triumphant debut not to be missed!"
Before Familiar Woods (2020) Ian Pisarcik "Poignant and searingly authentic, Pisarcik's mesmerizing, heartfelt debut pulls you in and doesn't let go—a haunting testament to survival of family and community in a poor and desperate landscape."
Margarita Montimore "A fascinating and beautifully crafted tale which explores identity and relationships in one woman’s unpredictable and radically-changing world. Unputdownable and uplifting, what Montimore has penned is a treasure that will remind you of the importance of living life fully in the present."
The Testament of Harold's Wife (2018) Lynne Hugo "The Testament of Harold's Wife is a richly told tale that explores the human/animal connection and the journey to get past tragedy. Louisa, the spunky, elderly narrator delivers a tender hymn of hope and rebirth that stays with you long after the last page."
