SPR’s book reviews of new self-published books
Set among the lives of artists and fans, the couple’s story unfolds with an authenticity that speaks to the complexities of love, identity, and the pursuit of one’s passion. Through detailed scenes – from a charged open mic night that draws Langston into Aurora’s orbit to a tender moment of connection in Aunt Cecily’s art studio – Sterling crafts a narrative […]
Nearly a decade after the divine exodus, the remnants of mankind vie for redemption or vengeance in a realm now ruled by demons. An amnesiac finds companionship among those seeking redemption, unveiling mysterious abilities that hint at a deeper connection to the world’s new order. Meanwhile, brothers possessing a potentially divine artifact embark on a perilous journey, driven by the hope of confronting God with the suffering wrought upon humanity. […]
From the bottom of the bottle to the tops of hiking trails, Aaron gradually finds a new lease on happiness with a community who cares, but the journey to get there is marked by tears, blood, self-reflection, and more than a few hangovers. Through Aaron’s dark internal […]
In a future where Big Pharma has cracked the code to resurrection, the undead walk among the living – for a time, and for a price. However, not everyone who receives the “Blessing” chooses to use their extra time on the right side of the law, which is where the Bureau of Undead Investigation comes in. Abby and Lukas approach the job differently – one by the book, the other by […]
A soul-baring collection of melancholy poetry, Always Something Heartfelt by Ashton Harper dives into the poet’s complex journey through desire, romance, and heartbreak.
Harper’s poetry swings from pleading and passionate appeals to broken and bitter reflections, anecdotal memories captured in nostalgic verse, and off-the-cuff pushbacks against unwanted emotions. The poetry matures as the book progresses, expanding into ponderings of negative energy, selfishness, regret, personal responsibility, and mental liberation, but the undercurrent ideas of intimacy and an existential quest for love is consistent. Versatile in tone, form, and energy, Harper is a gritty poet who revels in vulnerable confession.
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Gilbert’s work of narrative non-fiction takes the ready on a journey with Naomi, a character who embodies the universal struggle of feeling disconnected, while continually searching for meaning in life. Through Naomi’s eyes, readers are introduced to the MyNine Ways method, a unique process that uses numbers as guides for personal growth and well-being. This approach, rooted in Gilbert’s own experiences and research, offers a refreshing perspective on tackling life’s […]
Jesse Hartley is desperate to return to Dolvia to be with her father for the release of an imprisoned rebel, but a sinister scheme rockets her into even more danger. Relentlessly battling for trade alliances and dignity for tribal life after undergoing her own horrific violations in captivity, Brianna Miller is broken but not beaten. Navigating coups, wormholes, and vicious slavers, Hershel Henry is sent into the belly of the beast, but heroism requires sacrifice.
Deftly exploring […]
Hope is a fast-talking boss lady who knows how to work any player to get exactly what she wants. With her star on the rise, there seems to be no stopping her, until ambition collides with the unavoidable realities of an unforgiving game, in this brutal story of gritty city survival.
Allen’s visceral writing style is an uncut stream of consciousness, instantly immersing readers […]