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“The Boy Who Loved Trees” by M M de Voe

When Artie Avilis joins a KGB-led tour of his ancestral homeland, he expects to find answers about where he comes from. What he discovers instead could cost him everything he thought he could keep hidden.

Behind the Iron Curtain, identity is policed, desire is dangerous, and even private truths carry consequences. As Cold War tensions mount, Artie is drawn into a web of political and personal intrigue that forces him to confront what he believes, what he wants, and what he is willing to risk to live honestly in a world that demands silence.

Interwoven with Lithuanian folktales and fragments of found haiku, The Boy Who Loved Trees is a lyrical debut about longing, secrecy, and the quiet defiance of becoming oneself.

Winner, Arch and Bruce Brown Foundation Grant for Gay-Positive Historical Fiction Honorable Mention, Bellwether PrizeDana Awards Finalist

For readers of Alan Hollinghurst, Colm Tóibín, and Anthony Doerr.

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“Departing to Paris” by Minister Billy Logan Jr.

A successful surgeon, Dennis Burke from San Francisco, California, is kidnapped along with his wife, Katie Burke. It was a special romantic getaway that was supposed to be relaxing, exciting, full of adventure and fun. Criminals have targeted the successful surgeon, and his wife is a bonus in their twisted plans. Dennis and his wife’s world will soon be turned upside down. A shocking reality awaits them, where prayers are needed, divine intervention, and the right circumstances to go in their favor. Their destiny seems to be aligning perfectly, but as history has taught us, all things don’t always go as planned.

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“Solar Jihad” by Ivan Debel

Is the Earth doomed? Evidence mounts in a race against time to understand the sudden rise in the Sun’s core temperature. The world’s solar scientists insist the data is incontrovertible, and the planet is hurtling towards disaster. But a group of U.S. scientists, led by Jacob, a brilliant but emotionally scarred physicist, and Kaye, a sharp-eyed TV news reporter, become suspicious when they discover a link between a group of wealthy Middle Eastern businessmen and the Sun’s strange behavior. The action never stops as they travel from San Francisco to Dubai in a search for answers…and a way to prevent worldwide panic.

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“The Adventures of Marco – Musical Companion” by Brandon Arva and Nicole Nicholson

The music that brought Hope Lane to life—now yours to play.

Marco’s world was always meant to be heard, not just read. Now, for the first time, the original soundtrack that scored his journey from curious house cat to courageous explorer is available in a complete piano score.

Inside, you’ll find piano arrangements of every theme behind the story’s most memorable scenes—Marco’s own recurring musical motif, woven throughout and transformed to reflect his growing confidence and wonder as the adventure unfolds; character themes for the birds, butterflies, and neighborhood friends Marco meets along the way, each with its own melodic personality; and the underscoring for the story’s most poignant moments, from Marco’s first glimpse beyond the picture window to his most heartfelt discoveries about friendship and belonging.

Whether you’re a piano teacher looking for story-driven repertoire, a student who fell in love with the sound of Hope Lane, or a parent wanting to keep the magic going after the last page, this score brings Marco’s adventure to the keys.

The Adventures of Marco: Musical Companion transforms a beloved picture book into a playable musical experience—perfect for recitals, practice sessions, or anyone who wants to keep humming Marco’s theme long after the last page.

Play it. Perform it. Bring Hope Lane to your keys.

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