GREAT INDIE READS
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The Great Indie Reads section spotlights the work of exceptional independent authors as chosen by DartFrog Books.
This month's recommendations
In Berlin: A Novel
In Berlin is a work of empathetic precision, exploring both the unpredictable nature by which geopolitics and scientific breakthroughs touch our lives, and the brave, bold, and sometimes quiet ways in which people reassert agency in the face of loss. Most of all, it taps a throughline of emotion that binds characters and readers alike across geographies, cultures, and ambitions
JULEBORD - The Holiday Party (Correlations Trilogy)
Much more whodunit than a diversified nordic noir novel, JULEBORD is laced with what life is like to work in a small rural hospital, where things and humans occasionally get dirty.
The Mystical Spirit of the Ol' St. Joe (The Old River Chronicles)
A tumultuous and evocative tale of human transformation and the power of belief, The Mystical Spirit of the Ol' St. Joe is a gripping sequel to A Boat Named Blind Faith that will leave readers questioning the boundaries between what is and what can be.
Recent Great Indie Reads Books
August, 2025
Arc of the Universe
An inventive and thought-provoking work of contemporary fiction exploring social justice, law, and moral courage.
Bell Hammers: The True Folk Tale of Little Egypt, Illinois
PRANKS. OIL. PROTEST. JOKES BETWEEN NEWLYWEDS.
AND ONE HILARIOUS SIEGE OF A MAJOR CORPORATION.
Blood Favors (Rob Chambers)
Nature isn’t the only lethal force to strike New Orleans in 1965.
July, 2025
Squirrel Pie: A Memoir
Squirrel Pie is a true story of the painful realities around abuse, addiction, mental illness, and generational trauma. It is also a success story; a story in which perseverance, resilience, compassion, and unexpected allies lead Debbie to a life of healthy connections and choosing joy.
Black Void: Nowhere to Run
In a world teetering on the brink of unimaginable chaos, can humanity survive the very power it sought to control?
Carrying the Tiger: Living with Cancer, Dying with Grace, Finding Joy While Grieving
Poignant, heartrending, and ultimately hopeful, Carrying the Tiger is a memoir for anyone hoping to find comfort in discomfort and embrace a new perspective on death.
June, 2025
Bliss Chase: A Dichotomy of Desire and Search for Meaning in a Filtered World
Bliss Chase is an exploration of modern addiction in its many forms and the pursuit of perfection through the eyes of two friends, Tia and Tim. Set in a contemporary urban NYC, this novel follows their one-year journey, each choosing a different path to achieve what they perceive as 'perfection.’
Silver Echoes: A Historical Roaring Twenties Novel (Gold Digger Biographical Fiction)
From the dazzling heights of the Flapper era to the rugged legacy of silver mining, Rebecca Rosenberg's Silver Echoes delivers a gripping historical fiction experience. Baby Doe Tabor's relentless quest for truth unearths the secrets of Silver Dollar Tabor. Perfect for fans of strong women in historical novels and stories based on real events.
The Duchess of Kokora
The Duchess of Kokora, Phera Ylir Mdana, has entered the marriage games of the neighboring kingdom of Ryene. But she’s not there to woo the dashing Prince Dominic.
Her true objective? To win back one of the other contestants, Lady Rocelle Virae—Phera’s true love and ex-fiancee.
About the Books
The Great Indie Reads is a collaboration between Bookclubs and Dartfrog to expose book clubs to new, independent authors and books! Dartfrog books are the best in independently published literature. DartFrog uses professional editorial standards to curate book store and book club worthy books from self-publishers, hybrid publishers, and smaller traditional publishers. We're bringing recommended DartFrog books to you, each with a book club discussion guide. Enjoy!
