John Staughton, Senior Reviewer | Self-Publishing Review

Review: The Drax (Rangers of the Realm Book 2) by Ron Blacksmith

A second galaxy-spanning thriller in Ron Blacksmith’s Rangers of the Realm series, The Drax is a riveting second installment.

When a distant starship of colonists sends out an emergency signal for aid, Captain Mik Rogan and his illustrious crew of Rangers aboard the Rockne are the first responders on the scene. The carnage they find leads them to a much more dangerous culprit than common space pirates – an unknown enemy with advanced weaponry, possible bioweapons, and a seemingly impenetrable underground base. The unwitting colonists had been looking for a fresh start, but they tragically chose a star system inhabited […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2025-04-03T13:02:07+02:00March 10th, 2025|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: Science Fiction Book Reviews|

Review: The Marriage Seed by Lionel Moses

A hopeful, practical, and enlightening view on finding joy and fulfillment in relationships, The Marriage Seed: How to Cultivate the Relationship You Desire and Deserve by Lionel Moses takes readers on a reflective and revelatory journey for both themselves and others.

As opposed to many relationship guides that start from the premise of partnership and work forward from there, this holistic guide to relational health begins long before any first dates are taken or commitments are made. Beginning with self-awareness and a personal inventory of one’s desires, needs, and limitations, the book lays the foundation of self-acceptance and self-love, before […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2025-04-01T10:48:42+02:00March 7th, 2025|Categories: Book Reviews|Tags: Relationships Book Reviews|

Desiderata by M.P. Desmarais

A fellowship of unlikely companions unites to topple a tyrant and liberate an empire in Desiderata by M.P. Desmarais.

Ruling with an iron fist over his kingdom of Ezmondia, Armando is a towering villain, determined to oppress his subjects through conditioning campaigns of violence and media manipulation. He is also in desperate need of a new power source to fuel his sprawling reign, and the potency of shadow magic could be the risky solution that solidifies his control forever. Standing against this sinister foe is Gerrard – a living legend who is starting to feel his age, Andromeda – a […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2025-03-05T16:39:38+02:00March 5th, 2025|Categories: New Releases|Tags: Fantasy Book Reviews|

Deadly Dilemma by Anthony Gurley

A sprawling and uplifting memoir torn from a memory bursting with recollection, Deadly Dilemma by Anthony Gurley offers a healthy slice of nostalgic Americana and timeless wisdom.

From the Friday Night Lights of eastern North Carolina and the losing side of vicious internal battles to finding fulfillment and peace with the love of his life, this is a gem of an autobiography that captures snapshots of the past with remarkable clarity. Whether recounting his moments of self-doubt, reflecting on his relationship with faith, praising the sources of love in his life, or confessing to his own failings and weakness, the […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2025-03-04T12:43:44+02:00March 4th, 2025|Categories: New Releases|Tags: Memoir Book Reviews|

Practical Beginners Raised Bed & Container Gardening, Homesteading Essentials, & Beekeeping by Luke Ramsey

Providing essential guidance for a more sustainable and self-sufficient future, Practical Beginners Raised Bed & Container Gardening, Homesteading Essentials, & Beekeeping: (3 in 1 books) Everything You Need For Thriving Gardens, Sustainable Living, & Successful Honey Harvesting by Luke Ramsey is a thorough yet easy-to-read manual that covers every possible facet of home gardening, in a world where store-bought food can be less healthy, more expensive, or unavailable. Explaining not only the infrastructural and material needs for a successful garden, but also the mental, physical, and environmental benefits, this handbook is immediately encouraging and empowering to readers willing to take […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2025-03-03T18:59:26+02:00March 3rd, 2025|Categories: Editorial Reviews|

Crossing Borders and Generations by Kiril Kristoff

Pushing the boundaries of time, belief, and blood, Crossing Borders and Generations: One Man’s Journey to Search for His Ukrainian, Greek, and Bulgarian Roots by Kiril Kristoff is a thought-provoking work of historical fiction drawn from a very real family legacy.

When an icy road leaves George Kakhovskiy and his grandson comatose in the hospital, their internal journey through the past becomes a shared window of connection, understanding, and revelation. Encompassing six generations of the Kakhovskiy family, this novel explores the immigrant experience in America, the challenges of assimilation, the power of faith, and the range of cultural traditions that […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2025-03-03T18:42:53+02:00March 3rd, 2025|Categories: New Releases|Tags: Historical Fiction Book Reviews|

Review: Emotional Intelligence by Anna K. Sergio

Exploring the fascinating depths of an overlooked side to human intellect, Emotional Intelligence: Your Ultimate Hands-On Guide – Mastering Self-Awareness, Empathy, and Relationships by Anna K. Sergio is an accessible and essential read for anyone searching for greater clarity, stability, and happiness.

Patiently breaking down elements of human emotion, behavior, anatomy, psychology, and intelligence, Sergio’s book attempts to explain why we feel the way we do, ways to navigate those feelings, and how to best engage with the feelings and actions of others. Perhaps you struggle to make hard decisions, or fail to regulate your emotions in moments of anxiety. […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2025-03-04T12:35:01+02:00March 3rd, 2025|Categories: Book Reviews, Lead Story|Tags: Self-Help Book Reviews|

Lyric Unbound by Tahlia Vale

A passionate and powerful first chapter of The Bridge Prophecy trilogy, Lyric Unbound by Tahlia Vale is a fantastical adventure of swirling destinies, sinister forces, and unexpected connections that enflame even the coldest hearts. Relentlessly stalked since childhood, Lyric Valen survives in the shadows and keeps her powers suppressed, but an unexpected bond with a mysterious Alpha named Riven finally forces her into the light. As the tireless hunters close in yet again, determined to seize her and fulfill a world-shaking prophecy, Lyric and Riven put their captivating bond to the ultimate test. Creative world-building, fast-paced drama, and steamy storytelling […]

John Staughton, Senior Reviewer2025-02-28T17:38:45+02:00February 28th, 2025|Categories: Editorial Reviews|