East of Troost: A Novel by Ellen Barker is a gentle yet strangely poignant journey through the structure of American society and the racism that seems deeply ingrained in institutions that regulate the cities we live in. When a successful, middle-class, middle-aged white woman’s life...

An insightful, compelling exploration of the challenges and intricacies in the current tech landscape, Still Needs Work by Ellen Barker follows its engaging lead character as she navigates the uncertain and often harsh corporate world. While attending a conference in San Francisco, Marianne learns that...

The Breaks by Ellen Barker is an interesting look at the tedium of life and routine and how that can be interrupted and impacted in a most unexpected, ultimately rewarding manner. Marianne, after a successful career in corporate data management, followed by an unexpected layoff,...