Made to Change the World by Derek Evans (Post Hill Press)
Founder of one of Nashville’s most recognizable feel-good brands, Derek Evans can now add author to his resume. In his debut book, Evans shares his inspiration for creating Project 615, the apparel company that both celebrates Nashville and helps others. Made to Change the World is a behind-the-scenes look at Evans’ endless drive to make a difference. (Available now.)
Task Lyst by Scott Hylbert (Turner Publishing)
Elliott is trying to make it as a musician and needs help making ends meet. He stumbles upon a new app that could make him some extra cash, but something about the operation doesn’t seem quite right. In his debut novel, Hylbert takes Elliot into the underbelly of Silicon Valley where he has to decide how far he’ll go to make a buck even if he can remain anonymous. (Available now.)
And Then You Were Gone by R.J. Jacobs (Crooked Lane Books)
Things are looking up for Emily. Her bipolar disorder is under control, she has a good job, and a great boyfriend. But everything is about to go terribly wrong. In this debut novel by author and psychologist R.J. Jacobs, what was supposed to be a fun sailing trip ends with the disappearance of Emily’s boyfriend and a possible murder. Now Emily must clear her name and save her sanity. (Available now.)
The Dark Above by Jeremy Finley (St. Martin’s Press)
In the sequel to The Darkest Time of Night, author and TV news reporter Jeremy Finley picks up the story of William. After mysteriously disappearing when he was seven-years-old, William, now back, serves as proof of his grandmother’s conspiracy theories about people vanishing into beams of light. Even though William wants nothing more than to be left alone now, he soon finds himself on a journey to help save the world. (Available now.)