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- [Review: Chasing the Hummingbird's Universe by G.E. Russell](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/10/review-chasing-the-hummingbirds-universe-by-g-e-russell/): A spontaneous getaway turns into a life-changing revelation in Chasing the Hummingbird's Universe by G.E. Russell, an unassuming but inspiring read that makes a compelling argument for personal reinvention. When therapist Miranda Stevens receives an unexpected getaway invite to Mexico, she doesn't know what to expect from her friend, Katy Girard, a high-powered financier in
- [Review: Searching for Harold by Stephen Watts](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/07/review-searching-for-harold-by-stephen-watts/): An epistolary memoir of a fractured family in the throes of World War II, Searching for Harold: One Family's World War II Story in Letters by Stephen Watts presents a stirring and timely picture of unity, support, and grace under fire. Primarily comprised of letters exchanged between members of the Carleton and Watts families between
- [Review: The Matriarch Mission by Maxime Trencavel](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/07/review-the-matriarch-mission-by-maxime-trencavel/): A historical coming-of-age novel with an empowered protagonist and supernatural flair, The Matriarch Mission by Maxime Trencavel is a captivating story of transformation, honor, and liberation. At the tender age of thirteen, Oksana Mangupli inherits a mystical family legacy passed down from her grandmother, a secret destiny revealed by a goddess in a hidden cave
- [Review: The Sentinel's Sight by M.D. Osborne](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/10/review-the-sentinels-sight-by-m-d-osborne/): A pastoral parable that positively shines with wisdom for believers and dreamers alike, The Sentinel's Sight (The Watchwood Chronicles Book 1) by M.D. Osborne is an inspired tale of overcoming fear and choosing the righteous path to redemption. Lillian Callahan is wise beyond her years as the eldest of five, but occasionally allows herself to
- [Deadly Going Dark by J.M. Erickson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/10/deadly-going-dark-by-j-m-erickson/): A savage and shadowy vision of our class-divided future, Deadly Going Dark by J.M. Erickson is a gritty sci-fi drama offering a dire but vital warning about tech-fueled oligarchies and the resurgence of supremacy in all its forms. David Strong is the black sheep of his privileged patrician family, so when a memory-wipe drug eliminates
- [Review: Asset Nightfall: Digital Rebellion by Daniel P. Douglas](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/09/review-asset-nightfall-digital-rebellion-by-daniel-p-douglas/): Riveting, brain-wrenching sci-fi that dances at the intersection of nightmare and prophecy, Asset Nightfall: Digital Rebellion (Wild Frontier Chronicles) by Daniel P. Douglas is a chilling piece of techno-fascist drama. Three years after being caught hacking Federation accounts and draining their funds just a few seconds too slow, Kerstin Ahlers has become a reliably imprisoned
- [Review: Blood Called by M.A. Caulder](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/06/review-blood-called-by-m-a-caulder/): Delivering a multilayered paranormal thriller with a captivating heroine at the helm, Blood Called (Songs of the Claw Book 1) by M.A. Caulder is a graphic gut-punch of a novel. In this dystopian vision of the future, a catastrophic Change has resulted in the sinister and sped-up evolution of the natural world: plants, animals, and people
- [The Little Black Book of Dad Jokes by Mike Kowis, Esq.](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/09/the-little-black-book-of-dad-jokes-by-mike-kowis-esq/): A smirking collection of cringeworthy but genuinely entertaining one-liners from a seasoned comedic curator, The Little Black Book of Dad Jokes: Corny Jokes, Clever Puns, & Funny Quotes for Grown-Ups by Mike Kowis, Esq. is replete with punny confidence that dares you not to crack a smile. Divided into twenty-six eclectic sections, from money and
- [A Player's Exit by Terri Karsten](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/09/a-players-exit-by-terri-karsten/): A linguistic feast featuring a rich spread of finely crafted characters, A Player's Exit by Terri Karsten serves up a hearty helping of historical sleuthing and narrative charm. Penelope Corbitt has spent more than a year working as the tavern cook and improving its reputation alongside the tavern owner - and determined suitor - Miles
- [Review: Carbon Zero by Craig W. Stanfill](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/09/review-carbon-zero-by-craig-w-stanfill/): A sobering thriller about AI insurgency and the slippery slopes of societal collapse, Carbon Zero (Dawn of the AI Dystopia Book 1) by Craig W. Stanfill paints an ominous picture of a future looming just over the horizon. When Abigail Thompson finally gets a big break - presenting her impressive AI pet project to the
- [A Handyman's Christmas by J.C.V. Thorne](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/09/a-handymans-christmas-by-j-c-v-thorne/): A hardworking Scrooge-like journalist and a hunky holiday aficionado collide in A Handyman's Christmas: A Christmas Springs Romance by J.C.V. Thorne, a carefully crafted opposites-attract love story of broken hearts and new beginnings. When Nia Watson is sent upstate to capture the spirit of small-town Christmas for her NYC magazine, she certainly doesn't expect to
- [Review: A Heart That's True by Mark Guillerman](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/06/review-a-heart-thats-true-by-mark-guillerman/): A heartwrenching story of separation, indoctrination, resistance, and resilience, A Heart That's True by Mark Guillerman is a daring piece of historical fiction that speaks to the deepest parts of our shared humanity. When Joseph and his older cousin Elizabeth are ripped away from their native lands in Montana and shipped across the country to
- [Review: The Hunting of the Snark by Lewis Carroll and Macy Grove](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/09/review-the-hunting-of-the-snark-by-lewis-carroll-and-macy-grove/): A vividly rendered rendition of a whimsical epic, The Hunting of the Snark by Lewis Carroll, illustrated by Macy Grove, is a masterful update to a beloved classic. When a fellowship of unlikely allies embarks on a quest to catch a mythical beast named the Snark, none expect their odyssey to be quite so surreal.
- [Blood Families by Jerome MacEvoy](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/09/blood-families-by-jerome-macevoy/): A gritty tale of rebellion and rebirth, Blood Families: The Veins of Truth by Jerome MacEvoy is a multifaceted work of vampire fantasy that is entertaining and insightful in equal measure. In a world where a vampire class rules over the poor, mortal, and easily exsanguinated, Lord Yuri Khashevin pushes back on the undead status
- [Love and Lies Along the Language Barrier by M. Faraday](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/09/love-and-lies-along-the-language-barrier-by-m-faraday/): Turning a kaleidoscopic lens on the worlds of power, desire, and connection, Love and Lies Along the Language Barrier: Memoir of a Gay Journalist by M. Faraday is an enthralling confessional of a fearless truth-teller. Spanning a lifetime of lascivious affairs and unbelievable entanglements from Havana and Sri Lanka to Kabul and Joburg, this narrative
- [Woven in Time by Ron Theel](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/09/woven-in-time-by-ron-theel/): An affectingly reflective collection of autobiographical stories, Woven in Time by Ron Theel offers a kaleidoscope of perspectives on life's biggest and smallest moments. From nostalgia-heavy road trips through the dusty West to the heartbreaking reality of seeing your heroes falter, these anecdotal snapshots are intimate insights into the author's life and mind. Whether he
- [Review: Lead With Trust by Bart Spence](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/06/review-lead-with-trust-by-bart-spence/): An impactful guide to strengthening your business in an evolving modern landscape, Lead With Trust: A Relationship-Based Approach to Building Happier, More Connected Workplaces by Bart Spence is a unique business manual focused on relationships as the primary driver of success. Distilling his experience as an HR professional into a set of workplace commandments, Spence's
- [Review: Bitter Honey by Yona Katz](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/08/review-bitter-honey-by-yona-katz/): A raw and incisive piece of contemporary romance, Bitter Honey by Yona Katz examines the shame we hide, the wounds we bury, and our quiet desires for closure that may never come. Christopher is a hardworking Deputy District Attorney with an Adonis-like boyfriend, Julian, but something sour is simmering beneath the surface of their bond.
- [An Interview with Iain Ralston: Author of Relic Reborn](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/08/an-interview-with-iain-ralston-author-of-relic-reborn/): Iain Ralston is a Scottish author of adult epic dark fantasy and creator of the world of Azangrail. After a serious car crash three years ago, he revisited his passion for writing. His debut novel, Relic Reborn, begins The Prophecy Series, an expansive fantasy saga of prophecy, power, loyalty and the consequences of difficult choices.
- [Review: Relic Reborn by Iain Ralston](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/08/review-relic-reborn-by-iain-ralston/): A dark fantasy bloodbath of noble knights and vengeful demons, Relic Reborn by Iain Ralston is an explosive, action-filled first installment of a new high-fantasy series. Thousands of years ago, a demonic army from the plane of Shkigal was defeated and sent back to their realm, but not before their god and creator, Azzazul, sacrificed
- [Review: Play Like He Would by Heath Hamrick](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/08/review-play-like-he-would-by-heath-hamrick/): Tragedy and triumph collide beneath the Friday night lights in Play Like He Would by Heath Hamrick, a gritty true story of perseverance, honor, and the lasting impact of loss. After a tough string of losing seasons and discouraging setbacks, “Slugger” Hamrick eagerly takes over as the head coach of the Bremond Tigers - a
- [An Interview with Heath Hamrick: Author of Play Like He Would](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/08/an-interview-with-heath-hamrick-author-of-play-like-he-would/): Heath Hamrick is a Texas educator, curriculum developer, author, and lifelong storyteller. Raised in a third-generation coaching family, he grew up on football fields across the state and later became known online as Heath the History Guy. He is the co-author of Worse Than You Think: The Mostly True Story of Two Teachers Running for
- [Fixing a Bad Book Blurb (with Before-and-After Examples)](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/08/fixing-a-bad-book-blurb-with-before-and-after-examples/): It’s no secret that writing a book description is difficult. Compressing an entire novel into a few paragraphs of sales copy requires more than simply summarizing the plot. A blurb needs to establish a book’s unique premise, create a strong sense of tension, and give readers a reason to buy. In this article, we'll take
- [Echoes from the River by Kathryn Lane](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/08/echoes-from-the-river-by-kathryn-lane/): A slow-boiling drama of youth, connection, and liberation, Echoes from the River by Kathryn Lane tells an emotive story of empowerment against all odds. After her arranged marriage to a well-connected rancher, young Francesca de la Garza struggles to find her place and purpose at a remote cattle station in the 1970s Australian outback. With
- [The Call to Authorship by Tim Lindsay](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/08/the-call-to-authorship-by-tim-lindsay/): Outlining the frequently overlooked aspects of writing and promoting a work of nonfiction, The Call to Authorship: How and Why to Write, Publish and Promote a Nonfiction Book by Tim Lindsay is a thorough overview of the entire process for writers looking to expand their skills and audience. The journey from nascent idea to a
- [What is the Weight of Magic? by Dennis Paul Himes](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/08/what-is-the-weight-of-magic-by-dennis-paul-himes/): A servant-to-savior story that resounds with revolutionary thinking, What is the Weight of Magic?: The First Book of Ku Borfutukeshti by Dennis Paul Himes is a sprawling fantasy, centered on control, liberty, and the burden of hiding your true nature. Ku Tementen arrives in the city of Darmis to study her blossoming magic, which is
- [Do Self-Published Authors Really Need an Email Newsletter?](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/08/do-self-published-authors-really-need-an-email-newsletter/): Self-published authors compete with traditional publishing houses, ghostwriters, and each other for attention. While social media can help them reach readers, algorithms and platform changes often limit consistent access to followers. This raises an important question for those managing their own marketing. Is an email newsletter worth the effort, or is it just another time-consuming
- [Fatima's Story by Evelyn M. Exley](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/08/fatimas-story-by-evelyn-m-exley/): A sweeping saga of novellas rife with political intrigue, dangerous desires, and a fearless queen on the rise, Fatima’s Story: The Complete Novellas (A Tale of King Justice) by Evelyn M. Exley is an exquisitely crafted piece of high-fantasy romance. Princess Fatima finds herself hidden away in a palatial prison, only to fall in love
- [Day Dreaming by Carrie Thorne](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/08/day-dreaming-by-carrie-thorne/): A charming and emotional addition to her cozy mountain romance series, Day Dreaming (A Foothills Romance Novel, Book 7) by Carrie Thorne explores our capacity to gracefully grow and embrace second chances. When Reed brings his two kids to Foothills for a summer of outdoor adventures, he never expects to fall for a hunky new neighbor,
- [Day Dreaming by Carrie Thorne](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/08/day-dreaming-by-carrie-thorne-2/): A charming and emotional addition to her cozy mountain romance series, Day Dreaming by Carrie Thorne explores our capacity to gracefully grow and embrace second chances. When Reed brings his two kids to Foothills for a summer of outdoor adventures, he never expects to fall for a hunky new neighbor, nor for that curious desire
- [Mama's Still Dead by Anne Davidson Keller](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/08/mamas-still-dead-by-anne-davidson-keller/): A soul-searching tale of connections that never truly end, Mama’s Still Dead by Anne Davidson Keller tells the humorous and affecting story of an overwhelmed researcher who finds otherworldly support for her “rotting-bagged-salad of a life.” When Lily’s family and sanity simultaneously start to crumble, her long-dead Mama is drawn back through the veil to
- [The Legends That Awaken by Susan Markloff](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/08/the-legends-that-awaken-by-susan-markloff/): A hard-hitting ensemble adventure in the Human-Born Era series, The Legends that Awaken by Susan Markloff expands the enthralling world of Tilion and the endless conflict that defines it. Though life has settled into a strange normalcy for the young elemental heroes of Agerius, the burdens of leadership, betrayal from within, visions of the past,
- [An Interview with D.R. Berlin: Author of The Third Estate: Devil's Tango](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/07/an-interview-with-d-r-berlin-author-of-the-third-estate-devils-tango/): D.R. Berlin is an award-winning author of mystery, suspense, and thriller fiction, U.S. Army veteran and general surgeon, with degrees from MIT and the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. She is the author of The Third Estate series, a cinematic thriller world of espionage, conspiracy, family secrets, and emotional risk. Her background in science, medicine,
- [Of Treason, Grace, and Redemption by Olaf van Renen](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/07/of-treason-grace-and-redemption-by-olaf-van-renen/): A tragedy worthy of Shakespeare, taking place in the colony that would become South Africa, Of Treason, Grace, and Redemption by Olaf van Renen is an existential family drama with a stirring international backdrop. The Dunne and Kemp families are on seemingly opposite sides of the waning conflict between the British Crown and Dutch settlers,
- [Review: The Third Estate: Devil's Tango by D.R. Berlin](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/07/review-the-third-estate-devils-tango-by-d-r-berlin/): An adrenaline-filled thriller of professional killers and family secrets, The Third Estate: Devil's Tango by D.R. Berlin offers another twisted dose of conspiracy in the Third Estate series. When a John Doe lands in the ER with a slug in his gut, Captain Sophie Allard does all she can to save him, but he seems
- [Lord of the Eastern Hemisphere of the Universe by Joseph Dopp](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/07/lord-of-the-eastern-hemisphere-of-the-universe-by-joseph-dopp/): A scathing satire stretching from Lucifer's fall to fake news on smartphones, Lord of the Eastern Hemisphere of the Universe: Your Current Involuntary Election Campaign by Joseph Dopp is a comedic conspiracy theory come to life that hits painfully close to home. In the not-so-distant future, Lord Fink and Joseph Dopp face off in a
- [An Interview with Larrian Gillespie: Author of Houdini: The Man Who Died Twice](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/07/an-interview-with-larrian-gillespie-author-of-houdini-the-man-who-died-twice/): From childhood actress to urologic surgeon, Larrian Gillespie, MD has completed her 10th book and her first in the true crime investigation/biography/memoir genre- Houdini: The Man Who Died Twice. It seems she has a knack for investigating and has uncovered never-before-recognized documents and interviews with people who contributed to the death of the famed escapist
- [Review: Houdini: The Man Who Died Twice by Larrian Gillespie](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/07/review-houdini-the-man-who-died-twice-by-larrian-gillespie/): Pulling back the curtain on history’s most legendary magician, Houdini: The Man Who Died Twice by Larrian Gillespie explores the spectacular career, enigmatic legacy, and murky final days of the macabre master of escape. Readers are pulled a century into the past to a time of glamour and illusion, where fame and fortune could be
- [Review: Wolf in Wanderley by Dave J. Andrae](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/07/review-wolf-in-wanderley-by-dave-j-andrae/): An unapologetic tribute to Gen X mentality and the timeless frustrations of aging, Wolf in Wanderley by Dave J. Andrae is a story of haunted pasts, hope for the future, and the cruel paralysis of the present. Facing the downward slope of his modest career as a fringe filmmaker, Wolfgang Barnes hunkers down in Florida,
- [Review: The Friends of Allan Renner by Dave J. Andrae](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2020/12/review-the-friends-of-allan-renner-by-dave-j-andrae/): Readers are welcomed into the most intimate moments of a truly strange existence in The Friends of Allan Renner by Dave J. Andrae, a masterful piece of narrative fiction. Divided into seven very different but interconnected stories, this collection exposes the fascinating inner life of Renner through vignettes of his bizarre relationships. At times a
- [Review: Rem's Chance by Dave J. Andrae](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/review-rems-chance-by-dave-j-andrae/): Capturing the quiet struggle of a resilient generation with scathing wit and emotional depth, Rem's Chance by Dave J. Andrae is a sardonic portrait of a generation. A washed-up musician plagued by worst-case-scenario thinking rediscovers an almost forgotten passion when he embarks on a quest to uncover the past. After serendipitously running into an old
- [The Principle of the Five Chairs by Phil Graffoe](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/07/the-principle-of-the-five-chairs-by-phil-graffoe/): Pulling back the curtain on human behavior and the critical role that self-awareness plays in everything we become, The Principle of the Five Chairs: A New Mindset for Personal Transformation by Phil Graffoe is a timely piece of practical philosophy. Providing tangible strategies for healthy self-governance, the text teaches readers how to seize control of
- [Review: Wait, Where Am I In This? by Lee Long, EdD, LPC-S](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/05/review-wait-where-am-i-in-this-by-lee-long-edd-lpc-s/): A revelatory examination of internal and interpersonal conflicts, Wait, Where Am I In This? by Lee Long, EdD, LPC-S is an insightful guide to help navigate, deepen, and strengthen relationships with other people, and with themselves. Rife with unfiltered confessions and painful moments of recognition, the text examines why we think the way we do,
- [Review: The St. Paul Phantom by Gerard Gibbons](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/05/review-the-st-paul-phantom-by-gerard-gibbons/): An epic American odyssey, The St. Paul Phantom: The Gibbons Brothers’ Fight for Glory, Volume I by Gerard Gibbons is an exhilarating look back at the guts, glory, and fiery spirit of the early 20th century through the lives of two brothers and boxers. Recounting the story of his larger-than-life grandfather, Tommy Gibbons, and his
- [How to Make the Most of Book Conventions as a Self-Published Author](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/07/how-to-make-the-most-of-book-conventions-as-a-self-published-author/): Book conventions offer more than the chance to sell books during the event. You can meet readers, fellow authors, and other industry professionals who may help expand your reach after the convention ends. Every conversation gives you the opportunity to introduce your work and build connections that could lead to future sales or collaborations. Approaching
- [The Living Temple by Mehul](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/07/the-living-temple-by-mehul/): Advancing a timeless debate over the most effective methodology of medicine, The Living Temple: How Your Body Heals Itself from the Inside Out by Mehul presents a comprehensive and cumulative pathway for self-healing. Making a strong argument for the body's inherent knowledge to heal itself, Mehul focuses on the blocks that obstruct our capacity to
- [The Vacuum We Return To by Tsung-Long Wu](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/07/the-vacuum-we-return-to-by-tsung-long-wu/): A dramatic clash of cutting-edge science and the impossible unknown, The Vacuum We Return To by Tsung-Long Wu is an imaginative sci-fi parable about time, memory, and the subjectivity of reality. Sophy Valentine, a DARPA-funded physicist, has discovered a gateway in the brain that challenges the foundational laws of the universe; her husband, a seasoned
- [Review: Cicero James, Ardent Fool by Hal Emerson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/05/review-cicero-james-ardent-fool-by-hal-emerson/): A brash and brilliant slice of urban fantasy, Cicero James, Ardent Fool by Hal Emerson combines familiar societal stakes with immortal defenders and reality-shattering enemies that have been duking it out since time began. Cicero James has come back to life - again - following his last torturous clash with Mallory Shrike and her defenestration
- [Review: Goddess from the Machine by Daniel Rodrigues-Martin](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/07/review-goddess-from-the-machine-by-daniel-rodrigues-martin/): A tech-heavy revenge thriller with a heady dose of dystopia, Goddess from the Machine: A Prequel to the Ark Saga by Daniel Rodrigues-Martin is a multilayered tale of relentless resilience. After surviving more than a decade of abuse and horror as a slave, Reese was rescued by a telekinetic warrior named Kid, and then stayed
- [Pediatrics Around the Block by Stan Block, M.D., F.A.A.P.](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/07/pediatrics-around-the-block-by-stan-block-m-d-f-a-a-p/): Capturing his inspiring and impactful career in an emotionally demanding realm of medicine, Pediatrics Around the Block: The Journey from Country Doctor to Nationally Renowned Pediatric Researcher/Opinion Leader by Stan Block, M.D., F.A.A.P. examines the essential relationship of hard science with empathy, curiosity, and radical care. Both a revealing memoir and a methodical manual for
- [An Interview with Kevin Dias: Author of The Problem-First Method](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/06/an-interview-with-kevin-dias-author-of-the-problem-first-method/): Kevin Dias is the founder and CEO of Ambiki, a healthcare technology company serving pediatric therapy organizations. A self-taught software developer and former CTO, he has spent more than a decade building products, leading teams, and helping organizations improve complex clinical and financial workflows. His unconventional career has taken him from investment banking to teaching
- [Review: Heirs to the Kingdom by Michael Tlustos](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/04/review-heirs-to-the-kingdom-by-michael-tlustos/): A classic coming-of-age fantasy, Heirs to the Kingdom by Michael Tlustos is an adventurous tale of destiny with epic existential stakes. Prince Aramys is the crown prince of Pallisar and destined for greatness, but nagging self-doubt threatens to dethrone his troubled spirit before he has a chance to prove his mettle. After witnessing the prophecy-fulfilling
- [The Book of Wands by Lauren Louise Hazel](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/06/the-book-of-wands-by-lauren-louise-hazel/): A contemporary fantasy about family, legacy, and the secret power of the past, The Book of Wands by Lauren Louise Hazel is a dramatic and deftly penned piece of YA fiction. Still mourning the death of her beloved grandmother, Olivia Pembroke is anxiously hurtling towards her Final Evaluation at the prestigious Chester College, determined to
- [Visiting by Polly Walker Blakemore](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/06/visiting-by-polly-walker-blakemore/): An unfiltered portrait of mortality and an intimate exploration of hospice care, Visiting by Polly Walker Blakemore is a touching story rooted in devotion, duty, and dignity. In this visceral memoir, the author bears witness to her mother's multi-year decline into dementia, illustrating their profound moments of connection, tender snapshots of daily routine, and the
- [Party Pooper by Alice Kanaka](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/06/party-pooper-by-alice-kanaka/): A high society getaway turns deadly in Party Pooper (Mavis and Hornwhistle Cozy Mysteries) by Alice Kanaka, propelling the familiar heroine and her sleuthing pooch into a glamorous web of gambling, intrigue, betrayal, and murder. When Lizzy Hornwhistle arrives at her friend Kirkland's desert paradise, she anticipates a weekend rubbing shoulders with his wealthy and
- [Canthany Rising by Kenneth Bliss](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/06/canthany-rising-by-kenneth-bliss/): An innovative adventure for fans of Christian fantasy and RPGs, Canthany Rising by Kenneth Bliss is an entertaining, inspirational, and immensely creative read. Cast out of Eden after falling for a familiar serpentine trap, seven animals awake in a mysterious world where they must overcome challenges, share strengths, and sharpen their skills to defeat a
- [The Woman on the Ferry by Athene Z. Adam](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/06/the-woman-on-the-ferry-by-athene-z-adam/): Captivating, original, and layered with meaningful mystery, The Woman on the Ferry by Athene Z. Adam is a thought-provoking dystopian thriller. In this fictional world of telekinesis, mind-reading, prophecy, and state surveillance, having superhuman powers is nothing special, but stumbling across hope and love under authoritarian oppression is a rare and precious thing, illustrating the
- [Review: The Magic Circle by C.F. Hayes](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/04/review-the-magic-circle-by-c-f-hayes/): A shocking recollection of abuse, power, and repression in one tragically brief life, The Magic Circle by C.F. Hayes is a stirring portrait of emotional processing and the dark secrets we carry too often to the grave. Following her sudden death, Mary Armstrong's diary passes into the hands of an old friend, one who never
- [The Secrets We Are Born by Patrick Seda](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/06/the-secrets-we-are-born-by-patrick-seda/): An evocative plunge into the stories that define our past and the promises that drive our present, The Secrets We Are Born by Patrick Seda is a stormy swirl of adventure and mystery, amid the relentless passage of time. Thomas and Martina are emotionally estranged twins with the shared trauma of never knowing their wayfaring
- [Review: From Woodstock to Wisdom by Vicki Thomas](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/04/review-from-woodstock-to-wisdom-by-vicki-thomas/): A thoughtful reflection on choosing happiness and remaining relevant, no matter how many candles are on your cake, From Woodstock to Wisdom: A Boomer's Journey to 80 by Vicki Thomas is a nostalgic and timely roadmap to the good life. In this collection of "snackable" essays, the author artfully offers the wisdom she has gained
- [The Song of the Earth by A.E. Kost](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/06/the-song-of-the-earth-by-a-e-kost/): A high-fantasy dive into the tangles of blood, matriarchy, loyalty, and magic, The Song of the Earth (Venom & Shadows Book 1) by A.E. Kost reveals a contentious world where ancient traditions, cultural taboos, and the boundaries of reality itself have begun breaking down. In this tale of wicked witches, Fae Queens, power-leeching lovers, and
- [Where Light Does Not Reach by Tom B. Night](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/05/where-light-does-not-reach-by-tom-b-night/): A visionary thriller stretching from abyssal oceans to the voids of deep space, Where Light Does Not Reach by Tom B. Night is a boldly crafted sci-fi mystery. Soledad is summoned to the grisly site of a mass whale beaching, while thousands of miles away, Jack reckons with a physics-defying disappearance from the night sky.
- [An Interview with Mike H. Mizrahi: Author of The Weight of Loyalty, Winner of the 2025 SPR Book Awards](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/05/an-interview-with-mike-h-mizrahi-author-of-the-weight-of-loyalty-winner-of-the-2025-spr-book-awards/): Mike H. Mizrahi is an award-winning author whose fiction explores themes of loyalty, sacrifice, faith, and redemption. His novels and novellas span historical and contemporary settings, often focusing on ordinary people facing extraordinary moral choices. He loves rescue stories and American history. In addition to fiction, Mizrahi writes articles on history, culture, and faith, and
- [An Interview with Daniel Rodrigues-Martin: Author of Goddess from the Machine, Bronze Winner in the 2025 SPR Book Awards](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/05/an-interview-with-daniel-rodrigues-martin-author-of-goddess-from-the-machine-bronze-winner-in-the-2025-spr-book-awards/): ​Daniel Rodrigues-Martin began writing in 2004. Since then, he's become the author of books, articles, essays, shorts, scripts, poems, a master’s thesis, and countless rants. His debut novel, Goddess from the Machine, was selected as one of Kirkus Review's Best 100 Indie Books of 2025. Tell us about your book. Goddess from the Machine is
- [Review: For Such a Time as This: Appointed to Rise by Amy Bragdon](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/11/review-for-such-a-time-as-this-appointed-to-rise-by-amy-bragdon/): A fearless collection of uplifting lessons and stories about the powerful potential we each possess, For Such a Time as This: Appointed to Rise by Amy Bragdon is a rousing call to life-changing action. Reflecting on her own biographical journey and the legacy she intends to leave behind, the author artfully distills a bounty of
- [Yes Yes Yes by Jeff Purser](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/05/yes-yes-yes-by-jeff-purser/): A rhapsodic journey into personality, poise, and the power of self-knowledge, Yes Yes Yes: The Persuasion Playbook by Jeff Purser delves into the heady realms of emotional intelligence and interpersonal influence. From lyrical anecdotes highlighting the importance of eye contact and the impact of quiet confidence to subtle strategies for earning trust and forming authentic
- [Review: Salvation Reigned by Travis James Peterson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/04/review-salvation-reigned-by-travis-james-peterson/): Unhinged, unfiltered, and unrelenting in its social commentary, Salvation Reigned by Travis James Peterson is a frightening vision of a species that has reached its tipping point. A rogue planet is on a collision course with Earth, and the highest halls of power learn that humanity only has a decade before annihilation. Unfortunately, those same
- [Firefly Song by Donna June Cooper](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/05/firefly-song-by-donna-june-cooper/): The ancient music of the mountain has drawn another Woodruff back home in Firefly Song (Books of the Kindling - Book Three) by Donna June Cooper. With burned bridges behind her, paternal justice served, and all her worldly possessions in tow, Thea returns for her brother's wedding, but seeing old friends might just give her
- [Review: The Secret Code of the Gospel by Albert Seidel](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/04/review-the-secret-code-of-the-gospel-by-albert-seidel/): A logic-based assessment of the earthly history of Jesus and the cornerstone events of the Bible, The Secret Code of the Gospel: The Earthly Story by Albert Seidel offers a refreshingly pragmatic perspective on faith-based mysteries. Examining the Gospels as religious reflections on historical events, Seidel attempts to parse fact from fiction and clear up
- [This Sea Within by Deborah J.Brasket](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/05/this-sea-within-by-deborah-j-brasket/): A stirring reminder that love lies at the heart of every revolution, This Sea Within by Deborah J. Brasket is a coming-of-age drama set against the civil unrest and rebellious spirit of the Yucatan Peninsula in the early 1970s. Encapsulating the "constant warfare and clash of civilizations" in the divided loyalties of one young woman,
- [Review: Where Agency Belongs by Dr. Matthew Weinberg](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/05/review-where-agency-belongs-by-dr-matthew-weinberg/): A thought-provoking dive into the forces that drive us and subsequently move the world, Where Agency Belongs: How Control, Trust, and Authority Broke - And How to Place Them Again by Dr. Matthew Weinberg is a timely testament to individual strength and collective potential. At its foundation, Weingberg's engaging treatise asks us to interrogate the
- [Review: Vendetta: Legend of The Iron Warrior Vol. 3 by T.V. Holiday](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/04/review-vendetta-legend-of-the-iron-warrior-vol-3-by-t-v-holiday/): The third installment of a savagely unique series, Vendetta by T.V. Holiday holds nothing back as the Iron Warrior is drawn back from sabbatical for his greatest challenge yet. When the titular hero receives a call that his crew needs help, he returns to the Seventh City for another clash of biblical proportions, heeding the
- [Article Five by J.D. Duncan](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/05/article-five-by-j-d-duncan/): A savagely timely thriller that hits close to home, Article Five: A World War Three Novel by J.D. Duncan takes readers into the crossfire of geopolitical chaos when Russia invades Estonia, the latest step on a slippery slope to global war. From covert ops, false flag attacks, and terror in the heart of London to
- [An Interview with Deborah Mistina: Author of Imber](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/05/an-interview-with-deborah-mistina-author-of-imber/): Imber is Deborah Mistina’s award-winning debut novel. Deborah has a master’s degree in human development and lives with her husband under the starry skies of semirural Ohio. When an extended illness prematurely ended Deborah’s successful career as a learning consultant, she shifted her focus to writing a story that she had been itching to tell
- [Review: Imber by Deborah Mistina](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/05/review-imber-by-deborah-mistina/): A thought-provoking parable about the uncertain future of life on Earth, Imber by Deborah Mistina is a serious sci-fi drama with a helping of psychic intrigue and existential stakes. Centuries in the future, the population of a tectonically erratic and disaster-ravaged Earth has all but given up on their home planet. A charismatic but corrupt
- [Review: To Reclaim a Life by Nelson Erlick](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/04/review-to-reclaim-a-life-by-nelson-erlick/): A gritty and unflinching musing on living, dying, and the purgatory that can exist between the two, To Reclaim a Life by Nelson Erlick is a penetrating look at the human psyche. Following the slow decline of his relationship with Rebecca Wilson, the last love of his life, Richard King faces the tragedy of watching
- [Swanblade: Year One by D.K. Kristof](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/04/swanblade-year-one-by-d-k-kristof/): Blending the gritty imagery of The Dark Knight and the ominous edge of grimdark fiction, Swanblade: Year One by D.K. Kristof is an unflinching tale of legacy, power, and justice served. Since taking up her father's legendary mantle as the vigilant protector of Radion Bay, Kayla McAllister has settled into her double life as Swanblade,
- [Review: The Mark of Cain by Z. Bennett Lorimer](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/04/review-the-mark-of-cain-by-z-bennett-lorimer/): The spectacular conclusion to a standout saga, The Mark of Cain (Tales of Ciel Book 3) by Z. Bennett Lorimer caps off a dramatic clash of duty and desire, which tears friends, lovers, and family apart in a battle for the future of Ciel's skies. Effie has been branded on the Anvil of Caste and
- [Origami Dreams by Donna June Cooper](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/04/origami-dreams-by-donna-june-cooper/): A taut environmental thriller with a sprinkling of sci-fi and romance, Origami Dreams (Books of the Kindling Book 2) by Donna June Cooper positively buzzes with timely energy and captivating characters. Tasked with interviewing a reclusive bee expert about a looming disaster for ecosystem stability, Mel Noblett sees her chance to finally unmask a villainous
- [Review: Down to Earth: A Way of Being by Brian Gregory](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/03/review-down-to-earth-a-way-of-being-by-brian-gregory/): Exploring everything from childhood development patterns to humanity's meaning and purpose in the universe, Down to Earth: A Way of Being by Brian Gregory offers a curious and compelling new lens for life. The book begins with an accessible introduction to popular science, the nature of our universe, the unique history of our planet, and
- [Review: The Alchemy of Blood by Richard LaBrie](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/03/review-the-alchemy-of-blood-by-richard-labrie/): Raw, unguarded, and ultimately hopeful in the face of harsh reality, The Alchemy of Blood by psychologist and poet Richard LaBrie transmutes the creeping despair of an observant healer into a striking collection of sensitive artistry. Divided into four distinct sections - Nigredo, Albedo, Citrinitas, and Rubedo - these poems mirror the progressive spiritual path
- [Review: God in Drag by Kristine Madera](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/03/review-god-in-drag-by-kristine-madera/): A touching tale of humility, healing, and the unpredictable paths of every soul, God in Drag by Kristine Madera is a travel novel that positively shines with humanity. Micah Connerly has spent over a year in India searching for his absent stepfather, a holy man named Raj who doesn't seem interested in being found. Criss-crossing
- [Review: Second Nature by Thomas Drago](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/03/review-second-nature-by-thomas-drago/): A gritty, dread-inducing drama that explores lingering extraterrestrial trauma in small-town New York, Second Nature by Thomas Drago is a character-driven gem of science fiction. When an alien force snatches nearly a dozen people from their homes, only to return them the next night to a hallowed stretch of indigenous land, it shakes the foundation
- [Ronin: The Wolf's Path by Robert Nakamura](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/04/ronin-the-wolfs-path-by-robert-nakamura/): Based on the vicious power struggles of 15th-century Japan, Ronin: The Wolf's Path by Robert Nakamura is a gripping and genre-bending work of grimdark fantasy. A bloodthirsty ronin and his merciless disciples are given a chance to reclaim their honor as samurai, only to become pawns in a brutal game of domination and deception. Laced
- [Patriot of the Lowcountry by Tracy Lawson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/04/patriot-of-the-lowcountry-by-tracy-lawson/): A stirring historical tale of revolution, romance, and resilience, Patriot of the Lowcountry: Eliza Wilkinson and the Fall of Charleston by Tracy Lawson is a stark portrait of conspiracy and courage in the face of overwhelming odds, highlighting women's indelible impact on the American Revolution. Eliza Yonge Wilkinson is a widow whose deepest desire is
- [Review: Cataclysm: Legend of the Iron Warrior Vol. 2 by T.V. Holiday](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/review-cataclysm-legend-of-the-iron-warrior-vol-2-by-t-v-holiday/): A shattered antihero must return to the spiritual battlefield and defeat a devilish plan to dominate humanity in T.V. Holiday’s Cataclysm: Legend of the Iron Warrior by T.V. Holiday, the second book in this inventive series. Carnage Coast is on the brink of its downfall and the Iron Warrior is a grief-stricken shell of his former self,
- [The Moonscorn Mandate by Sahar Radosz](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/04/the-moonscorn-mandate-by-sahar-radosz/): Bridging the gap between YA fantasy and grimdark drama, The Moonscorn Mandate by Sahar Radosz is a sinister plunge into the cutthroat world of witchcraft. An elitist initiate at the Radcliffe Academy of Magic, Ria Moonscorn is accustomed to servants and serfs catering to the whims of her cold and predatory heart. However, that scornful
- [The Era of Penumbra by Yona Katz](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/04/the-era-of-penumbra-by-yona-katz/): An emotionally charged work of YA fantasy centered on forgiveness, loyalty, and finding your sense of peace, The Era of Penumbra by Yona Katz is a stellar third installment in The Rise of Penumbra saga. Asha, Yusra, and Khalil find themselves deep in enemy territory, but allegiances begin to shift as the Star Chasers' true intentions
- [Catching Stars in a Jar by Donna June Cooper](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/04/catching-stars-in-a-jar-by-donna-june-cooper/): An endearing small-town romance with mystical charm, Catching Stars in a Jar by Donna June Cooper is a tale of legacy, love, and learning to embrace your truest self. Since she was a girl, Grace has heard the sacred song of Woodruff Mountain and felt the power of her lineage, but with her beloved grandfather
- [Review: Qarsoon by David C. Jeffrey](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/03/review-qarsoon-by-david-c-jeffrey/): Captain Aiden Macallan returns to the astral fray in Qarsoon (Space Unbound Book 4) by David C. Jeffrey, launching himself into a high-stakes race that could turn the tide of galactic supremacy. When a Sympath activist is shot dead on his doorstep, Captain Macallan immediately informs the authorities, but only after removing the secret message
- [Stop Searching for Your Child's Calling by C.W. Lee](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/04/stop-searching-for-your-childs-calling-by-c-w-lee/): A thought-provoking exploration into the challenges of faith-based parenting, Stop Searching for Your Child's Calling: A Framework for Directing Their Career Path by C.W. Lee is an intriguing blend of philosophy, theology, and personal development. Written for Christian parents looking to secure their child's future stability, success, and piety, Lee's guide provides a practical framework for
- [The Last Fatal Hour by Jan Matthews](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/04/the-last-fatal-hour-by-jan-matthews/): Impressively crafted, refreshingly original, and fronted by a dauntless protagonist, The Last Fatal Hour by Jan Matthews is a timely gem of historical fiction. Navigating the perils of normal life after serving as a "lady soldier of the Union Army," Leona Gladney has nearly completed her controversial memoir, but a series of personal tragedies and
- [Review: Belonging to the World by Barry Hoffner](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/02/review-belonging-to-the-world-by-barry-hoffner/): An emotional adventure that transcends borders and the boundaries of devotion, Belonging to the World: A Journey from Grief to Connection in Every Country on Earth by Barry Hoffner details the author's epic journeys through love, loss, and healing. In 2017, Hoffner's life was upended when his wife Jackie died suddenly while travelling in Africa,
- [An Interview with Anthony Lee: Author of Poison Pill](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/04/an-interview-with-anthony-lee-author-of-poison-pill/): Anthony Lee has a unique background in medicine. After graduating from medical school, he switched from clinical medicine to health technology assessment, analyzing new medical tests and treatments in a career spanning over 15 years. As a writer, he found inspiration in a variety of literary works, both contemporary and classic. He has especially discovered
- [An Interview with Marc R. Schneider: Author of The Character Route Tree](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/04/an-interview-with-marc-r-schneider-author-of-the-character-route-tree/): Marc R. Schneider writes the way he lives: with grit, heart, and a relentless obsession with character. A man of many routes, Marc’s career began in the high-stakes control room of CNN in Atlanta before transitioning into a twenty-year journey as an educator and coach. From the inaugural football staff at Georgia State University under
- [Review: The Character Route Tree by Marc R. Schneider](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/04/review-the-character-route-tree-by-marc-r-schneider/): A self-help guide focused on the development of moral integrity and internal strength, The Character Route Tree: A Memoir, a Method, a Mastery of Obsessive Character Development by Marc R. Schneider is an innovative manual for growth, resilience, and situational success. Penned by an author with a lifetime of experience in navigating the challenges of
- [Review: Poison Pill by Anthony Lee](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/03/review-poison-pill-by-anthony-lee/): A probing examination into the darker sides of health, Poison Pill by Anthony Lee is a fearless medical thriller told from inside the belly of the beast. In a span of two days, Dr. Mark Lin is presented with a pair of enigmatic patients - Hector, a person far too young for kidney failure who
- [Review: Abbot Lane by Jim Layeux](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/03/review-abbot-lane-by-jim-layeux/): A slow-burning drama that crackles with contemporary fears and timeless heroics, Abbot Lane by Jim Layeux is a forceful spy-vs-spy thriller. An existential threat to America has been identified, and "a highly placed official within US intelligence is hellbent on destruction." In order to prevent a global holy war, reluctant college student Jesse Carlton is
- [Review: The Ape Who Gazed Beyond by Fernando Reich](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/02/review-the-ape-who-gazed-beyond-by-fernando-reich/): A heady exploration of our collective past, future, and the pathways in between, The Ape Who Gazed Beyond: A forgotten story of humanity guided by what has not yet occurred by Fernando Reich is an illuminating poetic reflection on humanity's potential. Penned by a tech veteran fascinated with quantum connections and species consciousness, this is
- [Review: The Soul's Reckoning by Shireen Anne Jeejeebhoy](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/01/review-the-souls-reckoning-by-shireen-anne-jeejeebhoy/): An inventive second chapter of Shireen Anne Jeejeebhoy's post-life saga, The Soul's Reckoning (The Q'Zam'Ta Trilogy Book 2) continues its creative swirl of speculative fiction and existential imagination. Following her emotional sojourn through the Earth-Heaven Interdimensional Expanse, Charlotte Elisabeth has finally crossed the Barrier with the help of her soul family, and now faces the
- [Review: Houdini and Doyle: The Return of Jack by Leon Cygman](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/01/review-houdini-and-doyle-the-return-of-jack-by-leon-cygman/): An untamed thriller that pits the bloodiest lore of England against a pair of legendary historical figures, Houdini and Doyle: The Return of Jack by Leon Cygman is an entrancing historical thriller. Thirty-five years after Jack the Ripper's murderous spree in the back alleys of Whitechapel, a vicious copycat emerges to continue his legacy of
- [A Self-Published Author's Guide to Traditional Book Cover Sizes](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/03/a-self-published-authors-guide-to-traditional-book-cover-sizes/): There are endless decisions self-published authors must make, but none are as crucial as your book’s cover. Although you want to ensure your design captivates your intended audience, selecting the right dimensions distinguishes a book that appears amateur from one that is ready for a bookstore shelf. Why Your Book’s Trim Size Matters A book’s
- [Money Without the Noise by Stephanie Sirot](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/03/money-without-the-noise-by-stephanie-sirot/): Thoughtfully delivered from a space of transparency, clarity, and vulnerability, Money Without the Noise: A Canadian Guide to Clear Financial Thinking in a Clickbait Era by Stephanie Sirot is a common-sense guide to financial competence from a distinctly Canadian perspective. Offering practical advice that realistically accounts for flawed choices and common coping mechanisms associated with
- [Return to Dixie by Truscott Jones](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/03/return-to-dixie-by-truscott-jones/): Truscott Jones delivers a potent reimagined history of the United States in Return to Dixie, echoing and exploring the stark divides that still sunder America today. In this startling vision of the past and present, Lincoln was assassinated before his inauguration, the Civil War never occurred, and the Confederacy persists into modern times, as does
- [The Plight of Team 27 by Lucas Nava](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/03/the-plight-of-team-27-by-lucas-nava/): A YA adventure loaded with magical mischief, odd-couple companions, and the sympathetic pressure of meeting impossible standards, The Plight of Team 27 by Lucas Nava is an absorbing tale of unexpected friendship and daunting duty. Belu Syrus, a new recruit to the noble Bovesi Rangers, is determined to step out from his mother's shadow and
- [An Interview with Bill Harvey: Author of Powerful Mind](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/03/an-interview-with-bill-harvey-author-of-powerful-mind/): Born into a showbiz family, Bill Harvey went from performing on stage as a young child, where he experienced Flow state - that space where innovative and successful ideas and actions flow effortlessly - to becoming a media industry legend, receiving an Emmy and several other awards. Bill liked the feeling of being “on” while
- [Review: Powerful Mind: 12 Simple Keys by Bill Harvey](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/03/review-powerful-mind-12-simple-keys-by-bill-harvey/): A compelling, optimistic, and original approach to mental focus, Powerful Mind: 12 Simple Keys by Bill Harvey is an innovative tool for self-discovery and creative liberation. With the stated aim of helping readers to best utilize the skills and knowledge they already possess, this is an ambitious but undeniably edifying read. Framed as a second
- [Review: Where's Jackson Pollock? by Jim Davidson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/12/review-wheres-jackson-pollock-by-jim-davidson/): A casually hilarious caper through the dirty end of the art world, Where's Jackson Pollock? by Jim Davidson delivers a twisted plot and a swirling cast of cutthroat characters. Russell Henderson is a charming white-collar criminal in dire straits, and with his offshore accounts drying up, he decides to liquidate two of his unexpected assets
- [Review: Seven Days of Mercy for the Apostatic Priest by Z. Bennett Lorimer](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/12/review-seven-days-of-mercy-for-the-apostatic-priest-by-z-bennett-lorimer/): An imaginative plunge into battle for the very soul of a mystical realm, Seven Days of Mercy for the Apostatic Priest (The Divine Heretic Book 1) by Z. Bennett Lorimer is a uniquely captivating novel to launch a new series. Tasked by her order to slay a reborn G-dling, Ruxindra is a cold and calculating
- [Blue Flamingo by Joyce V. Harrison](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/03/blue-flamingo-by-joyce-v-harrison/): A gritty road novella about uncovering the past and finding yourself, Blue Flamingo by Joyce V. Harrison is a nostalgic slice of American drama. After becoming an orphan at 24, Dylan Ryker hits the road and winds up in the Florida panhandle, working at a bar called the Blue Flamingo - a dive that his
- [The Wetlands by J.J. Richards](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/03/the-wetlands-by-j-j-richards/): Viscerally gripping and methodically plotted, The Wetlands by J.J. Richards is another breathless police procedural in the DCI Walker Crime Thrillers series. A merciless serial killer is preying on the weak and elderly in the murky marshes of Lancashire, drawing Walker into a dark rural hunt for the sadistic force of nature. Offering an immersive
- [The Dark Side of Dreams by Marjorie Kaye Noble](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/02/the-dark-side-of-dreams-by-marjorie-kaye-noble/): A techno-fantasy thriller with a cautionary dystopian core, The Dark Side of Dreams by Marjorie Kaye Noble is a highly inventive work of science fiction that gives a potential peek at the future of virtual reality. When Mira Patel discovers the digital copy of her infamous grandfather's mind, she uploads him into an after-death program,
- [How to Break a Girl by Amanda Sung](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/02/how-to-break-a-girl-by-amanda-sung/): A vulnerably told story of three soulmates making their way in a world far from home, How to Break a Girl: Whatever doesn't break you makes you write a novel about it by Amanda Sung is a striking and original novel about the balance between assimilation and identity. Three Asian-Canadian immigrants - the endearingly awkward
- [The Psychology Behind Effective Book Cover Design](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/02/the-psychology-behind-effective-book-cover-design/): Authors understand that a book cover is far more than a protective wrapper for their manuscript. Whether you’re publishing a self-help book grounded in thoughtful research or writing a fantasy novel, your cover serves as a sophisticated visual handshake. Most importantly, it’s often the difference between a reader’s fleeting curiosity and a confirmed purchase. While
- [Review: Winter Comes in June by David Crane](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/12/review-winter-comes-in-june-by-david-crane/): A visceral and intimate account of two future parents who know the world is about to end, Winter Comes in June by David Crane is an intriguing mixture of apocalyptic and post-apocalyptic fiction. When a scientist on the moon discovers a planet-killing asteroid on a collision course with the Earth, humanity has 30 days to
- [May Flowers at the Three Coins Inn by Kimberly Sullivan](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/02/may-flowers-at-the-three-coins-inn-by-kimberly-sullivan/): A season of friendship and romance unfolds vividly in May Flowers at the Three Coins Inn by Kimberly Sullivan, the third installment of the charming Three Coins series. Emma and Annarita are hosting a new round of guests at their agriturismo in the Italian countryside - everyone from heartbroken political climbers and meticulous artists to
- [Review: Ophiuchus Flinched by Z. Bennett Lorimer](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/02/review-ophiuchus-flinched-by-z-bennett-lorimer/): A riveting second installment from Z. Bennett Lorimer, Ophiuchus Flinched (Tales of Ciel Book 2) expands the fantastical realm of Ciel as one young woman's destiny begins to unfold. In this high-flying realm of conspiratorial plots, airborne battlefields, and sociopolitical drama, a young generation of heroes persist in the fight for survival under an oppressive
- [Review: Revenge on Ice by Linda LeBlanc](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/11/review-revenge-on-ice-by-linda-leblanc/): Bad blood thrives on the mountaintops in Revenge on Ice by Linda LeBlanc, a vividly crafted second installment of the Sara/Ryker Mysteries. When world-renowned mountain climber and local hero, Vance Miller, is found dead in a meat locker, the bizarre case lands in the lap of Sara and Ryker, the newest partners of the Reunion
- [Editorial Reviews vs. Customer Reviews: How Each Moves the Needle on Amazon - Part II](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/02/editorial-reviews-vs-customer-reviews-how-each-moves-the-needle-on-amazon-part-ii/): Placement, Framing, and Findability: Engineering Editorial Endorsements for Impact “Google can bring you back 100,000 answers. A librarian can bring you back the right one.” —Neil Gaiman. Treat endorsements as your on-page librarian: the thing that steers a skimmer to the right reason to care. Why Amazon elevates editorial endorsements (and how to use it)
- [Editorial Reviews vs. Customer Reviews: How Each Moves the Needle on Amazon - Part I](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/02/editorial-reviews-vs-customer-reviews-how-each-moves-the-needle-on-amazon-part-i/): Two Engines of Trust: Editorial Endorsements and Customer Reviews “There is only one thing in the world worse than being talked about, and that is not being talked about.” — Oscar Wilde, The Picture of Dorian Gray Executive Argument On Amazon, readers encounter two distinct “trust engines”: curated editorial endorsements (short, attributed pull-quotes you control)
- [Editorial Reviews vs. Customer Reviews: How Each Moves the Needle on Amazon - Part III](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/02/editorial-reviews-vs-customer-reviews-how-each-moves-the-needle-on-amazon-part-iii/): Timing, Ethics, and the Long Game: When to Seek Endorsements, What to Expect, and How Not to Trip the Wires This installment sets expectations of when to pursue endorsements, and highlights the policy guardrails that keep your campaign safe. Timing options, with evidence-based expectations Pre-launch (T–12 to T–16 weeks for selective outlets) Pros: Quotes are
- [Review: Because of His Heart by Stephen A Marvin](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/01/review-because-of-his-heart-by-stephen-a-marvin/): A gripping tale of personal sovereignty, soul-searching, and the need to speak our hardest truths, Because of His Heart by Stephen A Marvin is a slow-building masterclass in fractured romance. When Dr. Erica Seames is surprised by her husband Charles during a shift at the hospital, he witnesses a moment of indiscretion that sends him
- [Mortal Vengeance by Alejandro Torres De la Rocha](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/01/mortal-vengeance-by-alejandro-torres-de-la-rocha/): High-school drama and real-world consequences collide in Mortal Vengeance by Alejandro Torres De la Rocha, a fast-paced thriller with a supernatural twist. When four young friends in Santo Domingo hatch a revenge prank against a particularly tyrannical teacher, they spark a catastrophic chain of events that threatens to destroy their friendships and any hope for
- [Review: The Soul's Awakening by Shireen Anne Jeejeebhoy](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/review-the-souls-awakening-by-shireen-anne-jeejeebhoy/): A metaphysical afterlife adventure that will have readers questioning the meaning of life and the permanence of death, The Soul's Awakening by Shireen Anne Jeejeebhoy is a thought-provoking musing on mortality. Facing a future of chronic disease and pain, Charlotte Elisabeth seeks out a dignified death from Dr. Veritas, who promises a final release and endless peace.
- [The Book of Rain by Anthony Weirich](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/01/the-book-of-rain-by-anthony-weirich/): Reimagining the boundaries and guardians of life and death, The Book of Rain by Anthony Weirich is a striking collection of short stories that offers new perspectives on the mystery of mortality. As a Deification of Death, Rain is a collector of souls and a caretaker of an otherworldly realm, helping the recently deceased come
- [Review: Vold Book's Oceans of Curtains by John T. Trautman](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/11/review-vold-books-oceans-of-curtains-by-john-t-trautman/): A parable wrapped in a fantasy, complete with an eclectic soundtrack, Vold Book's Oceans of Curtains: A Novel Set to Music by John T. Trautman is a delirious plunge into a mystical new world. The realm of Ksevia has been harmonious and unified for generations, largely because its people have maintained "homeostasis of the communal
- [Bad Day for Justice by Charlotte Stuart and Don Stuart](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/01/bad-day-for-justice-by-charlotte-stuart-and-don-stuart/): A tense and multilayered legal thriller, Bad Day for Justice by Charlotte and Don Stuart sits at the captivating crossroads of courtroom procedural, military conspiracy, and cold-case drama. When a potential washout from the US Navy disappears over Canada in a stolen aircraft, top-notch attorneys Duncan Carmichael and Sydney Warren are conflicted at every turn
- [The Quest for Freedom by Matthew Devitt](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/01/the-quest-for-freedom-by-matthew-devitt/): A bloody mix of fantasy action and snarky fellowship, The Quest for Freedom (The Conquest Trilogy Book 1) by Matthew Devitt follows one man's impossible struggle to change the world. Armed with the singular goal of liberating humanity from interspecies oppression, Fletcher Rush is a spitfire leader battling the demons, angels, elves, and hybrids who
- [About Yesterday by Carrie Thorne](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/01/about-yesterday-by-carrie-thorne/): A salacious slice of romance in the Pacific Northwest, About Yesterday (Foothills Book 5) by Carrie Thorne is a boundary-pushing work of romance that also dives into family ties and the awkward joys of coming home. Exhausted by an endless carousel of terrible first dates, Trace Perry's mundane life is shaken up when her former
- [Should You Invest in Print? How to Decide If Your Book Needs a Physical Edition](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/01/should-you-invest-in-print-how-to-decide-if-your-book-needs-a-physical-edition/): Books are readily available at just the click of a button, and debates regarding print or digital books and which is the better option continue to dominate the publishing world. Before a book becomes available to readers, an author must decide the best way to release it. As society adapts to new technological innovations, it
- [Review: Canalis by John J. Holshoe](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/review-canalis-by-john-j-holshoe/): Sprawling, immersive, and riveting from start to finish, Canalis by John J. Holshoe is a top-tier sci-fi debut that shines with inspired visions of the world to come. A century in the future, Mars has been colonized, while a fleet of mining transport ships skates through an interplanetary network of ice canals beneath the surface
- [Rairarubia by W. Royce Adams](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/01/rairarubia-by-w-royce-adams/): An epic YA adventure that blurs the boundary of reality and imagination, Rairarubia by W. Royce Adams is an inspiring tale of survival, self-confidence, and the power of friendship. Molly and her father begin co-creating a story about the lavish kingdom of Rairarubia and two unlikely heroes - Romey and Sam. Under the influence of
- [Time Measured Out! by Larada Horner-Miller](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/01/time-measured-out-by-larada-horner-miller/): An emotional outpouring of memory and reflection, Time Measured Out!: Navigating Life's Journey Through Poetry by Larada Horner-Miller is a poetic portrait of three transient years and the indelible marks they left behind. Detailing her eager plunge into love and a fresh life of adventure, followed by the painful negotiations of a perennially rocky relationship,
- [The Hands-On Author by J.J. Hebert](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/01/the-hands-on-author-by-j-j-hebert/): An encouraging, actionable guide for writers who want to find and develop their audience, The Hands-On Author: Taking Control of Your Book Marketing Journey by J.J. Hebert delivers real-world wisdom on the contemporary state of book marketing. From inventive strategies that engage readers and tips for remaining gracious with fans to choosing the right advertising
- [Nulling Out by Cheryl Jack, MD](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/01/nulling-out-by-cheryl-jack-md/): A contemporary revelation about the dark side of success, Nulling Out: The Terrifying Cost of Success and The Path Back to Being Fully Alive by Cheryl Jack, MD is an illuminating introduction to the growing crisis of disconnection among the world's best and brightest. Across industry and global society, a growing number of leaders may
- [Intrinsic by France Pinzon](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/01/intrinsic-by-france-pinzon/): A resounding debut novel that rings with themes that are both contemporary and ageless, Intrinsic by France Pinzon is a thought-provoking exploration of morality and memory in an age of societal upheaval. After a decade away at a recovery center called the Quiet Resort, Anne Reynes returns to her eccentric "old rich" clan in the
- [Winds of Sovereignty by Sen. Francis Tolentino](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2026/01/winds-of-sovereignty-by-sen-francis-tolentino/): A rousing poetic ode to a steadfast sentinel, Winds of Sovereignty: The Mavulis Poems by Sen. Francis Tolentino examines and celebrates Mavulis, the northernmost island of the Philippines, and a legendary testament to vigilance. Beginning with a broad dive into the historical significance of the Vanguard Islands, followed by a compelling portrait of Mavulis itself,
- [Shadows of Deceit by Timothy R. Baldwin](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/12/shadows-of-deceit-by-timothy-r-baldwin/): A compelling introduction to a relentless and relatable private investigator eager to cut her teeth, Shadows of Deceit (A Cassie Maddox Mystery Book 1) by Timothy R. Baldwin unveils a shadowy city where the lines of truth, power, and justice blur at every turn. Cassie Maddox's first stakeout is to catch a cheating spouse, which
- [An Exploration of Boundaries by Jacqueline Bachar](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/12/an-exploration-of-boundaries-by-jacqueline-bachar/): A methodical, eye-opening exploration of art, therapy, and its connection to identity and wellness, An Exploration of Boundaries: Art Therapy, Art Education, Psychotherapy by Jacqueline Bachar is indispensable reading for teachers, creators, and healers. Structured as a historical review of art education and the co-evolution of therapeutic principles, Bachar highlights the critical areas where these
- [Fatal Hope by Robert Thornton](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/12/fatal-hope-by-robert-thornton/): Holding up a wickedly blunt mirror to real-world politics, Fatal Hope by Robert Thornton pits one intrepid sleuth against the worst impulses of a world leader hungry for all-out revenge. Hope Allerd may be the American president's "good luck charm," but the Commander-in-Chief's would-be assassin literally slips through her fingers, sending her to Las Vegas
- [Circle of Nine: Mercy in the Mist by Valerie Biel](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/12/circle-of-nine-mercy-in-the-mist-by-valerie-biel/): A rapturous, mystical dive into a clan of sacred protectors of an Irish legacy, Circle of Nine: Mercy in the Mist by Valerie Biel expands the sprawling lore of the Tuatha de Danann. Across the Emerald Isle, a disturbing pattern of disappearances around Mabon - the autumnal equinox - becomes a critical clue in the
- [Can You Earn a Living as a Self-Published Writer? 5 Factors to Consider](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/12/can-you-earn-a-living-as-a-self-published-writer-5-factors-to-consider/): With a self-driven writing career, you're up early with a cup of coffee or burning the midnight oil. Your laptop's open, you have a story to tell, and you have complete freedom. You are in control of everything from cover design to release schedules. When you publish, you have a direct connection with your audience.
- [The Fool by Laura J. Fitzwilson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/12/the-fool-by-laura-j-fitzwilson/): A hilarious, incisive, and socially critical work of speculative fantasy, The Fool (The Austellus Saga Book 1) by Laura J. Fitzwilson is a masterwork of allegorical wit and whimsy. Begrudgingly taking the throne of a fictional kingdom that mirrors Australia in both demographics and oppressive history, Leo is ill-prepared for the burden of leadership, especially
- [A Girl Like You by John T. Lucas](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/12/a-girl-like-you-by-john-t-lucas/): A dramatic work of contemporary fiction set against the seductive and sinister streets of Las Vegas, A Girl Like You by John T. Lucas follows two old friends, James and Erik, as they attempt to escape for a weekend, but instead find themselves adrift in a sea of dangerous decisions. Erik's marriage is falling apart
- [Lords of Sixty-Third Street by Edward Izzi](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/12/lords-of-sixty-third-street-by-edward-izzi/): An urban crime thriller that pulls back the curtain on a perennial battlefield in Chicago, Lords of Sixty-Third Street by Edward Izzi is a riveting hunt for justice in a city where organized crime reaches every level of power. Veteran reporter Larry McKay is ready for retirement, but the murder of his long-time friend and
- [Swanblade: Year Zero by D.K. Kristof](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/12/swanblade-year-zero-by-d-k-kristof/): A supercharged origin story for an innovative new hero, Swanblade: Year Zero by D.K. Kristof is a dark but brilliant addition to the pantheon of superhero graphic novels. Following a merciless attack in the wake of a villainous prison break, Kayla McAllister steps out from the shadow of her legendary father, reborn and re-armed as
- [Exile of the Heart by Rasheed Abou-Elsamh](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/12/exile-of-the-heart-by-rasheed-abou-elsamh/): A raw account of the author's long journey to find a place to truly be himself, Exile of the Heart: A Memoir Across Three Continents by Rasheed Abou-Elsamh is a vulnerably written and engrossing memoir. Born to a Saudi father and an American mother, the battle between conflicting values and ideas was an unavoidable part
- [Review: A Line in the Sand by A Mohit](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/review-a-line-in-the-sand-by-a-mohit/): An involving story of discovery and the transformative power of ancestry, A Line in the Sand by A. Mohit unravels the complexity of the Bangladeshi diaspora through the lens of one curious seeker. When Irene Sebastian returns to her home country of Bangladesh, she does so as a "bigtime officer" for Starlink as they seek
- [Review: MIJO: We Bend, Not Break by Francisco Castillo](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/12/review-mijo-we-bend-not-break-by-francisco-castillo/): A stirring portrait of the immigrant tradition in America and the burdens of memory that can bury us, MIJO: We Bend, Not Break by Francisco Castillo is an absorbing tale of resilience and reinvention. Capturing the intergenerational trauma and trajectories of one fearless Mexican-American family, the story depicts the diverse journeys of Joaquín, his son
- [UnF*ck Your Business Finances by Laura Linden](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/12/unfck-your-business-finances-by-laura-linden/): A female-focused guide to building a resilient, profitable business, and an uncensored critique of inequality, UnF*ck Your Business Finances: Unlearn the Shame, Reclaim the Power and Change the Game by Laura Linden is a bluntly expressed but critical guide, which effectively straddles the line between business manual and self-help. Beginning by defining the broad pathways
- [The End by Adam Cosco](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/12/the-end-by-adam-cosco/): Haunting and raw in its exploration of grief, The End by Adam Cosco is an enigmatic spiral of heartbreak, memory, and one man's desperate search for closure. Following the devastating loss of his brilliant girlfriend, Eli seeks answers from a secretive group of philosophers and thanatologists bizarrely linked to Selene's death. The deeper he digs,
- [Review: Memory, Memory, Go Away by Christopher W. Selna](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/12/review-memory-memory-go-away-by-christopher-w-selna/): Laden with warnings for our troubled times, Memory, Memory, Go Away by Christopher W. Selna is a timely piece of speculative fiction that echoes with contemporary weight. In a parallel reality to our own, citizens of the United Founded States of America can participate in a program that wipes away traumatic memories, thanks to the
- [The Ultimate Stay At Home Date Night for Couples by Cathy Lacson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/12/the-ultimate-stay-at-home-date-night-for-couples-by-cathy-lacson/): A refreshing and inventive manual for connection and romance, The Ultimate Stay At Home Date Night for Couples: Creative and Romantic Stay-at-Home Ideas for Couples to Connect, Laugh, and Grow Closer Together by Cathy Lacson presents a huge range of playful, budget-friendly, and out-of-the-box ideas to recharge a relationship. Overcoming the common objections of cost,
- [Review: The Turkey Is Not The Only Thing Getting Roasted by Robert Okine](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/review-the-turkey-is-not-the-only-thing-getting-roasted-by-robert-okine/): A hilarious and unflinching takedown of America's hungriest holiday, The Turkey Is Not The Only Thing Getting Roasted by Robert Okine serves up social commentary alongside state-specific laughs. Laced with side-eye witticisms and punny wordplay, Okine presents a tongue-in-cheek celebration of the United States' most "deliciously dysfunctional" tradition. Proceeding through 51 Thanksgiving anecdotes from every
- [The Three Steps to Freedom by Alice J](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/12/the-three-steps-to-freedom-by-alice-j/): Offering a stabilizing framework for overcoming addiction and sustaining recovery, The Three Steps to Freedom: A Simple Path to Recovery by Alice J is a down-to-earth manual for effective renewal. Rather than offering vague inspirational language, the book clearly defines the elements of successful recovery, outlines the necessary commitments for success, and unpacks the complex
- [Review: Ardent Wings on Jealous Skies by Z. Bennett Lorimer](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/review-ardent-wings-on-jealous-skies-by-z-bennett-lorimer/): An imaginative coming-of-age adventure that soars with epic potential for an entire series, Ardent Wings on Jealous Skies (Tales of Ciel #1) by Z. Bennett Lorimer is a timely tale of lofty dreams, destiny, and revolution. A decade after Maug the Butcher's brutal attack that orphaned Vanna, Effie, and Kai, the protective rule of the
- [The General's Wife by Suzanne Dana](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/12/the-generals-wife-by-suzanne-dana/): The specter of guilt comes calling in The General's Wife by Suzanne Dana, a well-paced drama giving an intimate glimpse into the hardships and stoicism of military spouses. When the wife of a celebrated general becomes the victim of a blackmail plot, she must wade into the battle of drowning the secrets of her past
- [Review: Being Human: A User's Guide by David Ellis](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/12/review-being-human-a-users-guide-by-david-ellis/): A timely consideration of the foibles, failures, and turning points that define our lives, Being Human: A User's Guide - Past Performance is Not a Guarantee of Future Results by David Ellis is a revealing combination of memoir and self-help manual, and a testament to the liberatory power of self-knowledge. As a psychologist of more
- [An Interview with Amy Bragdon: Author of  For Such a Time as This: Appointed to Rise](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/11/an-interview-with-amy-bragdon-author-of-for-such-a-time-as-this-appointed-to-rise/): Amy Bragdon is an author, humanitarian, speaker, and top-producing REALTOR® whose life’s work is rooted in resilience, legacy, and the unwavering belief that purpose can rise from even the hardest chapters of life. A natural encourager and storyteller, Amy writes for those navigating grief, burnout, caregiving, transition, or the quiet in-between seasons where identity and
- [In B’tween: The 3 Claps of Thunder by Nandita Banerjee](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/11/in-btween-the-3-claps-of-thunder-by-nandita-banerjee/): A fourth supernatural installment from Nandita Banerjee, In B’tween: The 3 Claps of Thunder is another moody and compelling plunge into a cursed family drama. Still reeling from the effects of a vile curse and the demonic fiend in their midst, Sunny, Sonya, and Aunt Bina are trying to stabilize their lives, but the manipulation
- [Review: Clinging to Hope by Glynda Howard McClure](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/review-clinging-to-hope-by-glynda-howard-mcclure/): A character-driven drama from the dawn of the 20th century, Clinging to Hope by Glynda Howard McClure is a meticulously crafted novel of loss, loyalty, and rugged survival against impossible odds. When the sweltering East Texas summer is shattered by the horrific Galveston Hurricane of 1900, Willie Ann and her husband Gilbert are ill prepared
- [The Castle by J.J. Richards](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/11/the-castle-by-j-j-richards/): A horrifying hate crime sends a puzzling but grisly message, bringing DCI Jonathan Walker to the historic heart of Lancaster in The Castle (DCI Walker Crime Thrillers Book 5) by J.J. Richards, a timely and intense detective thriller. As Walker and Briggs pound the storied pavement in pursuit of a murderer with a flair for
- [Ghost Writer by Arjay Lewis](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/11/ghost-writer-by-arjay-lewis/): A foreboding tale of erotic horror and the torturous act of creation, Ghost Writer by Arjay Lewis is a smoldering story of isolation, dark secrets, and things that bump together in the night. A floundering, recently divorced writer, Joseph Riley inherits a decrepit cabin in the Poconos, where he quickly discovers that writer's block, booze,
- [Review: The Young by Nicholas John Powter](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/review-the-young-by-nicholas-john-powter-2/): A sword and sorcery adventure set in a vibrant and violent land, The Young by Nicholas John Powter is a compact father-and-son character drama in a wildly creative setting. In The Deluge, where gods of the day and devourers of the night are locked in constant struggle for the souls of the living, a grief-stricken
- [The Hurricane Within: Beyond the Storm by Ashlee Leppert](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/11/the-hurricane-within-by-ashlee-leppert/): A raw and riveting peek into the post-service life of a bonafied hero, The Hurricane Within Volume 2: Beyond the Storm by Ashlee Leppert is a road memoir like few others. While the first installment focused on her military journey and heroic efforts during Hurricane Harvey, this second part rounds out the full story of
- [Transient Anchors by Libère J. Ndacayisaba](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/11/transient-anchors-by-libere-j-ndacayisaba/): A timely and powerfully told memoir about seeking a fresh future without losing your past, Transient Anchors: From Refugee Tents to Research Towers by Libère J. Ndacayisaba is a compelling tale of survival, support, and unwavering resilience. As the author arrives in America for the first time, uncertain but eager to begin his studies in
- [Radiant Wellness by Denise Cahill, CNC](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/11/radiant-wellness-by-denise-cahill-cnc/): Laying the groundwork for radical change through whole-self healing, Radiant Wellness: A Transformative Journey to Vitality and Longevity through Clean Living, Emotional Renewal, and Energetic Healing by Denise Cahill, CNC is an in-depth introduction to alternative medicine. From eliminating common toxins in everyday life and establishing a high-vibrational diet to unpacking the root cause of
- [Should You Respond to Reader Reviews? An Author's Guide to Engagement Boundaries](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/11/should-you-respond-to-reader-reviews-an-authors-guide-to-engagement-boundaries/): Reader reviews are crucial if you are a self-published author, as positive feedback can ultimately shape your book’s success and allow you to build your reputation. While several platforms make it easier than ever to engage with people and amplify your reach, a stream of public, negative reviews can also hinder you. The question of
- [Review: Déjà Vu by Niki](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/11/review-deja-vu-by-niki/): A genre-defying exploration of art, death, identity, and redemption, Déjà Vu by Niki is an afterlife drama like no other, and a modern-day sojourn into the realms of mythology. When the emotionally tortured Zenia makes the fateful choice to cut her life short, she is forced into a soul-baring trial by the Queen of the
- [The Rise of Cannabis and the Decline in Civilization by Mitch Rubman](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/11/the-rise-of-cannabis-and-the-decline-in-civilization-by-mitch-rubman/): A gonzo-meets-ganja memoir told through the bloodshot but observant eyes of a devoted pothead, The Rise of Cannabis and the Decline in Civilization by Mitch Rubman is a brazen personal history of his drug of choice. From the author's hazy adolescence in the 1970s to middle-aged smoke sessions after legalization, this four-decade-long perusal of journal
- [An Interview with Richard A. Meyers: Author of The Half-Full-Glass User's Manual](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/11/an-interview-with-richard-a-meyers-author-of-the-half-full-glass-users-manual/): Richard Meyers grew up in Orange, NJ, and graduated from The Pingry School in 1963. He attended Hamilton College from 1963 through 1966 and then RPI from 1967 through 1968, where he got a BA degree from Hamilton College and a BS in Electrical Engineering from RPI. He worked in NJ Bell until June of
- [Review: The Half-Full-Glass User's Manual by Richard A. Meyers](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/11/review-the-half-full-glass-users-manual-by-richard-a-meyers/): A unique and effective blueprint for self-improvement that aims to simultaneously educate, amuse, and inspire, The Half-Full-Glass User's Manual: Mindfulness Meets Playfulness: A Guide to Joy, Gratitude, and Guffaws by Richard A. Meyers is a breezy and thought-provoking guide to maintaining a healthy mental space. Cleverly designed as a rediscovered philosophy (The Manual) linked to
- [1950s Sci-Fi by Ray Keating](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/11/1950s-sci-fi-by-ray-keating/): A thought-provoking review of a beloved era of filmmaking, 1950s Sci-Fi: A Fresh Look at 12 Science Fiction Hollywood Classics by Ray Keating offers an insightful take on some iconic gems, setting the record straight on their formative impact. From problem-solving in space and Bible-adjacent morality tales to timely communist allegories and the imaginative foundations
- [Artsy Rambler by Evy Journey & Rich Journey](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/11/artsy-rambler-by-evy-journey-rich-journey/): Painting a delectable portrait of their adventurous, extended trips to Paris, Artsy Rambler: Mindful Journeys to Paris and Beyond by Evy and Rich Journey is a spirited and analytical exploration of the legendary cultural capital. "Neither a travelogue nor a memoir," this curated collection of essays provides a sweeping perspective on the fine art, food,
- [Review: The Eternal Heir by Liv Viola](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/review-the-eternal-heir-by-liv-viola/): A dark, gripping work of vampire fiction, The Eternal Heir is Liv Viola's remarkable debut novel, and an exceptionally strong first installment of the Risen World series. In a world in which even immortal, powerful vampires have to endure cruel rulers, this is also a story about love, family, and belonging that is emotionally challenging
- [Resurrection Earth by Edward M. Burrows](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/11/resurrection-earth-by-edward-m-burrows/): A haunting near-future thriller that hits powerfully close to home, Resurrection Earth by Edward M. Burrows is a near-future cocktail of contemporary anxiety and sci-fi salvation. In this dystopian prophecy, America and China are tenuous allies and global overlords, while non-human intelligence has been entrusted with rejuvenating the ecosystem and saving the planet. Achieving that
- [Blood on the Trailhead by Charlotte Zang & Alex J. Knudsen](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/11/blood-on-the-trailhead-by-charlotte-zang-alex-j-knudsen/): A gripping third chapter of their Lost Grove Mystery series, Blood on the Trailhead by Charlotte Zang and Alex J. Knudsen weaves a modern gothic tapestry of supernatural suspense. When a young boy is killed in an apparent animal attack at Devil's Cradle State Park, the troubling case falls to Seth Wolfe, the newly promoted
- [Tokyo Juku by Michael Pronko](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/11/tokyo-juku-by-michael-pronko/): Another intricate and enveloping thriller from Michael Pronko, Tokyo Juku continues to increase the depth and cultural commentary of his Detective Hiroshi series. When a talented but tough tutor is stabbed to death in his classroom a week before exams, Hiroshi and his eclectic team of investigators are handed the high-pressure case. It doesn’t take
- [His Last Christmas Gift by Debra Borchert](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/11/his-last-christmas-gift-by-debra-borchert/): A deeply romantic tale of loyalty and unconditional love, His Last Christmas Gift by Debra Borchert is an unpredictable drama that celebrates the power of human connection. Freshly fired from her design job and still grieving the loss of her husband David, Claire is shocked to discover that her beloved partner had secretly fathered a
- [Byline Budapest by Diane Wagner](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/11/byline-budapest-by-diane-wagner/): A derring-do journalist with Radio Free Europe leaps across geographic and professional borders in Byline Budapest by Diane Wagner, a deeply compelling Cold War thriller that probes the political and social divides of that tumultuous era. In 1956, when Hungarian freedom fighters attempt to liberate their nation from Kremlin control, the Soviet Union responds violently,
- [Life and How to Live It by Chaz Holesworth](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/life-and-how-to-live-it-by-chaz-holesworth/): An unapologetic and darkly humorous memoir with a hit parade of a soundtrack, Life and How to Live It by Chaz Holesworth reminds readers that life at any age is rarely easy. Raised in a home fractured by addiction, the dark side of faith, and a shocking lack of communication, the author escapes into music
- [Look! There Are No Dinos Inside Of This Book by Jimmy Vee, Illustrated by Mark Wilson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/look-there-are-no-dinos-inside-of-this-book-by-jimmy-vee-illustrated-by-mark-wilson/): A laughter-inducing caper from the colorful mind of Jimmy Vee, Look! There Are No Dinos Inside Of This Book is a quick and playful read with a satisfying twist. Dangerous Dave is a self-appointed Dino Wrangler, and promises readers that he has lured, trapped, and eliminated every last dinosaur from the pages of the book.
- [Cypress Grace by Jeff Bartrom](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/cypress-grace-by-jeff-bartrom/): Potent prose, layered characters, nuanced emotion, and smoldering chemistry elevate Cypress Grace by Jeff Bartrom above the crowded and too-often predictable romance genre. Alex is a trauma-scarred "soldier without a battlefield," while Olivia is a brooding artist channeling her persistent pain onto the canvas. The stormy connection of their melancholy souls in the sultry South is
- [Those Alien Skies by Clayton Graham](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/those-alien-skies-by-clayton-graham/): A wildly imaginative collection of cosmic tales, Those Alien Skies by Clayton Graham is an ominous but entertaining vision of humanity's future. A planet-leaping mission to confront a corrupted mentor, a search for missing children on an uncharted alien world, and a tense standoff against extraterrestrial masters of illusion, this tangled trio of novellas is
- [The Small Hours by Edward Averett](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/the-small-hours-by-edward-averett/): An intense cultural drama that explores the logic of loyalty through a historical lens, The Small Hours by Edward Averett is a reflective and revelatory work of historical fiction. On the same day that psychologist Michael Virtue's best friend dies, his wife proposes a separation, sending his life into a spiral that takes him all
- [5 Reasons Authors MUST Read In Their Genre](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/5-reasons-authors-must-read-in-their-genre/): Sometimes authors spend so much time writing their books that they forget about the other side of the coin. As the great Stephen King once said, good writers need to do two things: read a lot and write a lot. Don’t get so lost in the second half that you neglect the first! While it
- [Daedalus by K.R. Gadeken](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/daedalus-by-k-r-gadeken/): A layered and revelatory second installment of The Nabukko Trilogy, K.R. Gadeken's Daedalus deepens this already standout science fiction series. After being falsely arrested for a murderous spree that shakes her newfound community, Effie wins back the trust of some, but not all, and must learn to navigate her divided desire for answers, stability, and
- [A Thousand More by K.S. Lynn](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/a-thousand-more-by-k-s-lynn/): A gut-wrenching story of chosen family and the heartbreaks that define our identity, A Thousand More by K.S. Lynn delicately captures the burden of loss and the redemptive power of love. Identical twins Shelby and Michelle are separated at birth, but fate brings their lives back into orbit, forcing both to reckon with their inexplicable
- [Who Are You Really Writing For? Why Defining Your Reader Can Make or Break Your Book Sales](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/who-are-you-really-writing-for-why-defining-your-reader-can-make-or-break-your-book-sales/): As a self-published author, completing a project is exciting. The world can read the book that you poured your heart into, but do you know who your readers are? Understanding your audience is essential to selling your work. Readers are more likely to engage with you when your marketing resonates with them. They may also
- [Hypocrisy by A.J. Thibault](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/hypocrisy-by-a-j-thibault/): An edgy slice of sci-fi layered with philosophical subtlety, Hypocrisy by A.J. Thibault posits a near-future crisis when Earthlings learn that non-human intelligence has been living among them for millennia. Caught in a cosmos-spanning war over a buried storehouse of galactic history, Alen Innocent is a bad alien with good intentions, and some serious concerns
- [Review: It's Time to Grow by Freddie Floyd Jr.](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/review-its-time-to-grow-by-freddie-floyd-jr/): A provocative collection of sacred riffs and existential essays, It's Time to Grow: How Focusing on Spiritual Growth Can Transform Your Life and Relationships by Freddie Floyd Jr. is a fount of healing wisdom that doesn't hold back. Combining a healthy dose of tough love with impassioned reasoning and sound interpretations of Scripture, this is
- [Rivers of the North by Jeffrey W. Tenney](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/rivers-of-the-north-by-jeffrey-w-tenney/): A rugged coming-of-age story set against the cultural battlefield of America's pioneering past, Rivers of the North by Jeffrey W. Tenney offers an unfiltered glimpse at a hard-scrabble era of survival. After the shocking murder of his grandfather, sixteen-year-old Quincy Sutton leaves Illinois with a group of Mormons seeking a safe haven in Minnesota. Drawn
- [Review: Entropy Loop & Other Poems by Jeffrey Heath](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/review-entropy-loop-other-poems-by-jeffrey-heath/): An ambitious but unassuming collection of quietly brilliant verse, Entropy Loop & Other Poems by Jeffrey Heath runs the gamut of raw human experience, transcending the tropes and familiar emotions of contemporary poetry. Cascading through visceral recollections of heartbreak tangled in abstract metaphor, these pieces explore the mercurial landscapes of memory. At first glance, it
- [The Modern Know-it-All by Brandon Wolfe](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/the-modern-know-it-all-by-brandon-wolfe/): A mind-opening guide for personal evolution through cognitive revolution, The Modern Know-it-All: A Handbook to Achieving an Infallible Worldview by Brandon Wolfe is an original and far-reaching work of self-help, pulling back the curtain on our artificial world, which keeps the average person pliable, apathetic, and consequently powerless. Encouraging readers to discard outmoded ideas about
- [Brautigan's Blue Moon by Jack Phillips Lowe](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/brautigans-blue-moon-by-jack-phillips-lowe/): A poetic catalogue of observations and musings from deep within memory, Brautigan's Blue Moon by Jack Phillips Lowe is an unassuming and original collection. Channeling a conversational, storytelling style of verse, these poems comprise a kaleidoscope of style, seriousness, and ideas, exploring modern life, the pursuit of creativity, and the timeless experiences that unite us.
- [A Blood Witch by Joseph Stone](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/a-blood-witch-by-joseph-stone/): A soul-stirring novel about the weight of womanhood in our wicked world, A Blood Witch (The Haunted Women Book 2) by Joseph Stone is a truly sinister and chilling read. In this macabre sequel to A Perfect Night, which follows after the untimely death of her beloved aunt Aurora, Fran relocates to New York City,
- [The Language of Silence by T.K. Karaway](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/the-language-of-silence-by-t-k-karaway/): A thought-provoking commentary on the range and depth of trauma, as well as a moving romance, The Language of Silence by T.K. Karaway is a slow-burning glimpse at the sunshine and shadows of life. Finding herself emotionally torn between a debonair charmer, a gentle healer and a gritty hero, Clara Jenkins must navigate the rigors
- [Acrostic Words by Thangavelu Chinnasamy](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/acrostic-words-by-thangavelu-chinnasamy/): A fascinating compendium that marries poetics with pedagogy, Acrostic Words by Thangavelu Chinnasamy is an erudite, interdisciplinary study of language. An acrostic poem is one where the first letter of each line spells out something vertically - organized thematically, Chinnasamy's work catalogs abundant acrostic formations, interweaving etymological asides and cultural references. The book is weighted
- [Review: Ten Years and Then... by J.J. DiBenedetto](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/review-ten-years-and-then-by-j-j-dibenedetto/): The story of two star-crossed lovers who can never get the timing right, Ten Years and Then... by J.J. DiBenedetto is an honest portrait of connection that transcends conventional coming-of-age romances. As Daniel and Nora begin their collegiate careers, falling in love is far from a top priority, but as their orbits continue to serendipitously
- [Review: The Museum of Art and Other Things by Stephen Meltzer](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/review-the-museum-of-art-and-other-things-by-stephen-meltzer/): A cherished art institute careens toward economic catastrophe amidst a slew of small-town drama in The Museum of Art and Other Things: A Novel of Art, Identity and Redemption by Stephen Meltzer. When the board of trustees at a Midwestern art museum learn that their passion project is practically bankrupt, they face an existential dilemma
- [Review: Operation Reboot by James Hallenbeck](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/review-operation-reboot-by-james-hallenbeck/): The future of humanity depends on returning to the past in Operation Reboot by James Hallenbeck, an imaginative time travel novel that rings with contemporary significance. At the turn of the 22nd century, as the world spirals into chaos and barbarism, a secretive group of scientists finally unlocks the mystery of time travel. Their ambitions
- [Review: Jinn: The Manga Series by Samay Saidi and Kamal Rahyab](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/review-jinn-the-manga-series-by-samay-saidi-and-kamal-rahyab/): A thoughtful adventure through Islamic tradition and folklore, Jinn: The Manga Series by Samay Saidi and Kamal Rahyab offers essential wisdom about family, purpose, and cultural roots. While traveling home from class with friends and discussing the nuances of Orientalism, Tamina experiences what seems to be a seizure, but is actually something far stranger. As
- [Polar Deception by Barbara Hanson Clark](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/10/polar-deception-by-barbara-hanson-clark/): Earth's salvation - or its final failure - lurks beneath the Antarctic ice in Polar Deception (Crystal Connections Book 1) by Barbara Hanson Clark, a near-future thriller that crackles with contemporary relevance. In 2050, the discovery of a super-crystal that could reshape global power in a post-internet future draws a cast of curious characters and
- [Review: Time and Space by Shireen Jeejeebhoy](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/review-time-and-space-by-shireen-jeejeebhoy/): A frenzied plunge into a regressive and wildly weird future, Time and Space by Shireen Jeejeebhoy defies genre expectations and the laws of physics with gleeful abandon. When three mischievous men from the year 3011 abduct a woman named Time from her lonely reality, anxiety over turning 40 is suddenly the least of her worries.
- [An Interview with Gary Rivera: Author of The Reluctant Bully](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/an-interview-with-gary-rivera-author-of-the-reluctant-bully/): Gary was born in Brooklyn, New York, and currently resides in Orlando, Florida. A widower with two grown children, loves going to theme parks, playing pickleball, watching movies, and reading. He enjoys traveling and hopes to visit every major league baseball stadium to watch a game. Tell us about your book. The Reluctant Bully is
- [Of Their Own Free Will by L.E. Denton](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/of-their-own-free-will-by-l-e-denton/): A carefully researched historical drama from a watershed era in America, Of Their Own Free Will: Fort Mims to New Orleans by L.E. Denton shines an uncommon light on assimilation, belonging, and the weight of patriotic betrayal. Forced by a marauding Indian army to flee the fort he calls home with his wise Uncle John,
- [Another Way of Living by Dr. Snezhana Djambazova-Popordanoska MD, PhD](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/another-way-of-living-by-dr-snezhana-djambazova-popordanoska-md-phd/): A thought-provoking roadmap to gratitude, self-knowledge, and inner peace, Another Way of Living (Book 1): A Journey to Infinite Peace, Immense Joy and True Freedom by Dr. Snezhana Djambazova-Popordanoska MD, PhD is an inspiring collection of holistic expertise. Focusing on practices that deliver meaningful change by harmonizing the physical, mental, and spiritual elements of everyday
- [Review: The Reluctant Bully by Gary Rivera](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/review-the-reluctant-bully-by-gary-rivera/): A second thought-provoking Smoochie adventure, The Reluctant Bully: A Smoochie Family Story by Gary Rivera continues Madeline's journey as she navigates the high hopes and dramatic lows of middle school. With her victorious lunch-money treasure hunt still fresh in her mind, Madeline, aka Lynn/aka Smoochie, turns her attention to the worrying drama going on in
- [Review: Vandemonian Spirit by Missy Birch](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/review-vandemonian-spirit-by-missy-birch/): An intense period drama laced with the timeless theme of love lost and found, Vandemonian Spirit by Missy Birch is a powerful tale of feminine resilience and the relentless pursuit of joy in the face of systemic indifference. After a selfless act of desperation to save her sister's life, Hannah Fearn lands in the hands
- [The Misery of December by Anita Mohammed](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/the-misery-of-december-by-anita-mohammed/): A contemporary face-off between the seedy underbelly of society and the selfless forces of good, The Misery of December by Anita Mohammed pits vile deeds against valiant defenders for a gripping small-town crime thriller, showing how gang violence can hit any size town or city. A grim, tongue-severing cartel boss named Oscar Solando is mercilessly
- [Review: No More 24/7 by Catherine Cowart Roe](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/review-no-more-24-7-by-catherine-cowart-roe/): A thorough guide to gaining your freedom as a dedicated business owner, No More 24/7: Entrepreneurs, Take Your Life Back by Catherine Cowart Roe is an invaluable resource for anyone who feels like they're never truly off the clock. Primarily focusing on the importance of running your own business without letting it overtake your life,
- [Alla Argentum Phase 1: Invasion by Luis Zuniga](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/alla-argentum-phase-1-invasion-by-luis-zuniga/): Early in the 28th century, an extraterrestrial crash in small town North Carolina marks the beginning of a global takeover in Alla Argentum - Phase 1: Invasion by Luis Zuniga, an original, action-heavy first installment of the Alla Argentum series. After discovering an archaic tome in a long-forgotten classroom of the occult, Ryan Silverwing begins
- [Death of a Cigarette by Timothy Webber](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/death-of-a-cigarette-by-timothy-webber/): A masterful strike of symbolic storytelling, Death of a Cigarette: A Story of Survival, Memory, and Legacy by Timothy Webber captures the courage of service and the interconnectedness of memory. Imaginatively recounting the long journey of a sentient cigarette as it's harvested in the tobacco fields of Virginia, assembled to life in a crowded factory,
- [The Bible in Tweets by Willie Jones](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/the-bible-in-tweets-by-willie-jones/): A tongue-in-cheek but informative retelling of the Good Book, The Bible in Tweets by Willie Jones is a Twitterverse translation that leaves no Scripture untouched or parable untweaked. Balancing a healthy dose of humor with clever close reading, this contemporary conversion makes the densely packed tome more accessible and undeniably entertaining. From hilarious handles and
- [Review: Veinbound by Anne Pengelly](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/review-veinbound-by-anne-pengelly/): Hauntingly epic prose and one fierce firebrand of a protagonist make Veinbound: The Red Bargain by Anne Pengelly a must-read novel for fans of thought-provoking dark fantasy. In a realm where blood can be burned as magical currency, paying one's debt is a matter of life and death, and the Red Church always comes to
- [O’Shaughnessy Investigations Inc.: Leave Murder to the Professionals by A.G. Russo](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/oshaughnessy-investigations-inc-leave-murder-to-the-professionals-by-a-g-russo/): An explosive third chapter of a razor-sharp series, O’Shaughnessy Investigations Inc.: Leave Murder to the Professionals by A.G. Russo takes the story full circle, for a gripping, multifaceted thriller that brings out all the old knives. Still reeling from grief and the enveloping weight of World War II, Maeve and Vic are tasked by some
- [Review: You Don't Have to Be Famous to Write a Memoir by Stephen Mark Silvers](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/review-you-dont-have-to-be-famous-to-write-a-memoir-by-stephen-mark-silvers/): The uncut account of a life well and truly lived, You Don't Have to Be Famous to Write a Memoir by Stephen Mark Silvers is a free-wheeling testament to the unimportance of age and the timeless power of remembrance. Beginning with over a dozen adoringly detailed chapters about each of his relatives, Silvers invites readers
- [Cerebral Eruption in Paradise by Fran Feavel Merkel](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/cerebral-eruption-in-paradise-by-fran-feavel-merkel/): A blunt and detailed account of survival after catastrophic brain trauma, Cerebral Eruption in Paradise by Fran Feavel Merkel is a harrowing memoir of healing and the myriad challenges of American healthcare. Just months after retiring in Arizona, Francine Merkel experienced a ruptured brain aneurysm, plunging her into a shocking spiral of emergency treatment and
- [Review: The Mystery of the Scroll by Ann Beltran](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/review-the-mystery-of-the-scroll-by-ann-beltran/): Two intellectual lovers with very different minds become tangled with the unexplained wonders of the universe in The Mystery of the Scroll by Ann Beltran, a heady ride through science, spirituality, and the unknowable past. On his way to start working as a lab technician at the Smithsonian, Jeremiah stops by his old Joshua Tree
- [Review: A Necessary Death by Terri Karsten](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/review-a-necessary-death-by-terri-karsten/): Immersive, clever, and impeccably detailed, A Necessary Death by Terri Karsten is a charming historical mystery with a healthy dash of pastoral romance. Freshly widowed and left penniless by her seafaring husband, Penelope Corbitt is heading towards a new life in colonial Boston with her two children - 16-year-old Nabby and young Nathaniel. On the
- [Mouse Visits Carlsbad Caverns National Park by Tricia Gardella, Illustrated by Ginger Nielson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/mouse-visits-carlsbad-caverns-national-park-by-tricia-gardella-illustrated-by-ginger-nielson/): A whimsical new tale about an American natural landmark, Mouse Visits Carlsbad Caverns National Park by Tricia Gardella is a playful and informative installment of this charming series. After seeing a video of bats emerging from a legendary destination in New Mexico, Mouse transports himself to see the "flying mice" for himself, ending up on
- [Sad Evil by Shane Drift](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/sad-evil-by-shane-drift/): An ominous fantasy that summons ancient beliefs and tangles with indigenous traditions, Sad Evil by Shane Drift is a haunting thriller with epic stakes for the fate of the world. Sent through a portal from a far darker realm, Sad Evil descends upon the human world with a shadowy horde of dark spirits at his
- [An Interview with Dave Bruno: Author of Oh F*ck! Dinosaurs!](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/an-interview-with-dave-bruno-author-of-oh-fck-dinosaurs/): Dave Bruno grew up in a suburb of Chicago, Illinois, and was scared of everything. Eventually, he overcame his fears thanks to horror video games and has been in love with the genre ever since. He has worked on several horror-themed projects, like an animated YouTube show called Scaredy Dave, animations for Puppet Combo video
- [Afghani by Brendon Patrick](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/afghani-by-brendon-patrick/): Delicately exploring the dark legacies of war in the Middle East, Australia, and beyond, Afghani by Brendon Patrick is a relentless historical novel following two warriors on parallel journeys. Lacking a clear path in life, Patterson reluctantly joins the Australian Army, but is soon shipped off to Afghanistan in support of America's post-9/11 retribution, going
- [Review: The Summer of Haight by George Petersen](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/review-the-summer-of-haight-by-george-petersen/): Mesmerizing, deviant, and steeped in counterculture madness, The Summer of Haight by George Petersen is a psychedelic thriller that dares readers to interrogate their animal nature, and even question their grasp on reality. Set against the legendary backdrop of 1967, this Summer of Love story follows a tangled trio as they navigate existential dilemmas and
- [Born of the Gods by Craig Zeppelin](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/born-of-the-gods-by-craig-zeppelin/): An inventive fantasy tale fronted by a hard-hitting heroine, Born of the Gods: Origins Book One (The Resin Chronicles) by Craig Zeppelin delivers an action-laden plunge into a paradise lost. Grieving the loss of her deity, and cursed with mystical abilities after a suicidal clash of the gods, Arleia seeks a new divine master, rather
- [Review: Salmon Swimming Upstream and Homebound by Stephen E. Johnson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/review-salmon-swimming-upstream-and-homebound-by-stephen-e-johnson/): Poignant and warming to the soul, Salmon Swimming Upstream and Homebound: Tales about Brotherhood from Bear Creek by Stephen E. Johnson is a reflective memoir, diving into the perennial power of family, place, and nature to help renew bonds and enliven the spirit. Sliding decades backward into the past, readers are welcomed into the intimacy
- [The Demon's Deceit by Andria Carver](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/the-demons-deceit-by-andria-carver/): Sinister, snarky, and sexy, The Demon's Deceit (Divine Evolution Book 1) by Andria Carver leers at humanity's darkest corners through the eyes of would-be gods. Jeanie is a grieving wreck of a person, drinking and stumbling towards oblivion, when she's propositioned and empowered by a sultry demon plotting an evolutionary leap of divine proportions. Suddenly
- [Triumphs of Tenacity by Yusra Mariyam](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/triumphs-of-tenacity-by-yusra-mariyam/): A stirring story of transformation through education, Triumphs of Tenacity by Yusra Mariyam is a rousing account of a Bengali immigrant's journey from undereducated homemaker to distinguished university graduate. After decades marked by deferring her dreams, Yusra embarked on an unlikely midlife venture to secure an advanced business degree from Anglia Ruskin University. In detailed
- [Deceitful Intentions by Carlo Armenise](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/deceitful-intentions-by-carlo-armenise/): A memory loss mystery with a sinister underbelly, Deceitful Intentions by Carlo Armenise is a dramatic thriller featuring a series of small-town twists. Raven Redman's life was shattered by a car accident that resulted in the loss of her mother and the entirety of her memory. The details of that tragic day simply don't add
- [A Dog Named 647 by Nancy Kay](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/a-dog-named-647-by-nancy-kay/): A heartwarming and heroic tale about fighting for what you believe in, A Dog Named 647 by Nancy Kay is an intensely emotive middle grade read with an inspiring crusader for animals at the helm. While walking in the forest one day, Mia finds a malnourished golden retriever with a belly full of puppies, only
- [Review: The True North Talks by John D. Kingston](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/review-the-true-north-talks-by-john-d-kingston/): A thrilling glimpse into the deadly backdoors of political power in Canada and beyond, The True North Talks by John D. Kingston crackles with contemporary tension and tongue-in-cheek critique. A government whistleblower is shot dead on a tarmac before he can expose damning secrets about a shadowy cabal maneuvering for Quebec's full independence. Six months
- [Review: The Floating Lake of Dressa Moore by George Allen Miller](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/review-the-floating-lake-of-dressa-moore-by-george-allen-miller/): A visionary and whip-smart fantasy, The Floating Lake of Dressa Moore by George Allen Miller is a whimsical adventure with a brilliantly off-kilter cast. Lakes, towns, and entire chunks of continents are hanging inexplicably in the sky after an epic clash between the last dragon and the last wizard ripped reality asunder with a magical
- [Before We Arrived by Jodie Pine](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/before-we-arrived-by-jodie-pine/): An intimate and tangled novel that delicately dissects grief and the difficulties of healing, Before We Arrived by Jodie Pine is a nuanced and emotionally charged character-driven drama. In a time-leaping web of interlinked memory, three people seek redemption after bearing more than their fair share of inherited hardship and systemic trauma. Rivka's compulsive compassion,
- [Review: Disconnected and Drifting by Flo Dombey](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/review-disconnected-and-drifting-by-flo-dombey/): The tragic echoes of war shake the foundations and faith of a small coastal town in Disconnected and Drifting by Flo Dombey, the prelude piece of her tenderly gripping Willow Chronicle series. In Lewes, Delaware, a horrific accident and the cover-up shatter the fragile peace of a community still living under the shadow of segregation
- [Review: $20,000 Under the Sea by Sam Locrian](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/review-20000-under-the-sea-by-sam-locrian/): An exceptional high-stakes drama on the high seas that brims with encroaching horror, $20,000 Under the Sea by Sam Locrian is a timely historical commentary and a masterclass in psychological suspense. In this alternate historical timeline of 1920, an elite but odd cadre of unusual characters arrive on board The Prince’s Emblazoned, a luxury liner
- [Wonderment Within Weirdness by Jaime David](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/09/wonderment-within-weirdness-by-jaime-david/): A sci-fi screed with hidden wisdom amongst the madness, Wonderment Within Weirdness by Jaime David is an unfiltered and electric stream of imagination. When James abruptly dies in a landmine explosion, he not only wakes up in Heaven, but immediately finds himself in a breakneck journey across multiple timelines and unknown universes. From a heist
- [Pnĕumä: The Celestial Beings Trilogy by Eli Liszt](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/pneuma-the-celestial-beings-trilogy-by-eli-liszt/): A forbidden romance between a spiteful warrior and a mesmerizing mortal threatens the delicate balance of races on Earth in PNĔUMÄ by Eli Liszt. Jovianus Moreau may be the future leader of the five tribes of Celestial Beings living in delicate, hidden harmony among humans, but that doesn't prevent this freshly graduated loner from falling
- [Joedan II by Matthew Rossignol](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/joedan-ii-by-matthew-rossignol/): A medieval adventure from a distinctly modern voice, Joedan II: A Different Path by Matthew Rossignol is the bold next chapter of an original rags-to-regal trilogy. Still recovering from his heroic exploits to save Amelia from the Count's sinister clutches, Joedan is plunged into the fire of a soldier's life - quashing rebellions, investigating conspiracies,
- [True Winter (A Series of Four Seasons Book 1) by Q.K. Petty](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/true-winter-a-series-of-four-seasons-book-1-by-q-k-petty/): A scythe-wielding demon arrives in Alabama to reclaim a sacred weapon that could win an ancient war in True Winter by Q.K. Petty, an exhilarating first chapter of a new urban fantasy saga. Tasked with finding a biblical relic for a cult-killing faction called The House of David, Eden Dowler is a nearly immortal hunter
- [Review: An Innocent World by Douglas A. King](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/review-an-innocent-world-by-douglas-a-king/): A long-form thought experiment that presents a feast of fascinating existential questions, An Innocent World by Douglas A. King is an intriguing exploration of mortality and meaning. Thought-provoking for Christians, while simultaneously engaging for theologians, atheists, and agnostics alike, this unique read dissects common misconceptions about faith, offering a paradigm-shifting glimpse at another path for
- [An Interview with Chris Bennett: Author of Windslash: The Last Elemental](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/an-interview-with-chris-bennett-author-of-windslash-the-last-elemental/): Born and raised in the small town of Fakenham, Chris Bennett has always had an imagination and passion for storytelling. Now, as a published author, he creates tales of fantasy, drawing inspiration from his childhood memories and from everyone and everything around him. When not writing, he enjoys training, TV, video games, and spending time
- [Unleash The Fury by Joseph Paul D’Aquisto](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/unleash-the-fury-by-joseph-paul-daquisto/): Introspective, exhilarating, and haunting in equal measure, Unleash The Fury: A Storm of Vengeance on Eastern Sands by Joseph Paul D’Aquisto is a Far East vigilante thriller with a layered and fast-paced storyline. A retired detective who never truly laid down the badge puts himself squarely in the midst of a mob war in Sri
- [Review: Transcending Anxiety by Manal El-Ramly](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/review-transcending-anxiety-by-manal-el-ramly/): A methodical and compassionate companion for those seeking to improve their lives, Transcending Anxiety: From Fear to Freedom by Manal El-Ramly brings the stark reality of inner turmoil to light and offers practical strategies to overcome this lifelong struggle. The guide begins with an introduction to a unique model of anxiety, detailing how it can
- [Review: Windslash: The Last Elemental by Chris Bennett](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/review-windslash-the-last-elemental-by-chris-bennett/): An unlikely hero rises to save the world from a dormant evil in Windslash: The Last Elemental by Chris Bennett, an imaginative and energetic debut fantasy. On the mythical island of Atlantis, a young student of the Wind named Timaeus discovers an incredible ability: he is able to tap into all four elemental powers -
- [How to Establish a Writing Schedule to Improve Your Focus as an Independent Author](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/how-to-establish-a-writing-schedule-to-improve-your-focus-as-an-independent-author/): Whether you're a full-time author or you juggle a day job and write in your spare time, creating a consistent writing schedule is challenging. Independent authors may not have the traditional deadlines or editor hovering over them waiting for their latest masterpiece. You must become your own accountability partner and establish regular writing times. Establishing
- [Review: Oh F*ck! Dinosaurs! by Dave Bruno](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/review-oh-fck-dinosaurs-by-dave-bruno/): Sardonically echoing Jurassic Park, Alien, and other classic stories of predatory monsters, Oh F*ck! Dinosaurs! by Dave Bruno is an amusing escape that also doubles as a character study of survival during times of absolute chaos. A dozen post-collegiate friends with a whole trunk of tangled baggage embark on a weekend in the remote mountains
- [Saving Maria by Truant Memphis](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/saving-maria-by-truant-memphis/): A fourth-wall-breaking spree of vigilante action and international rabble-rousing, Saving Maria by Truant Memphis is a surreal tale of unsung heroes fighting fearlessly for the masses. When a priceless art collection is stolen in a daring daytime heist, the case is taken on by the Electric Medicine Men, a ragtag cabal of clandestine antiheroes, including
- [A Queen in Blood by Nick Snape](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/a-queen-in-blood-by-nick-snape/): A grim but masterful work of dark fantasy, A Queen in Blood (Warriors of Spirit and Bone Book 3) by Nick Snape is the emphatically impressive next installment to this sprawling and imaginative saga. Desperate to save her realm from a sinister blight spreading through the land and overtaking innocent souls, Queen Erin must turn
- [Two Sticks, One Path by Darrow Kirkpatrick](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/two-sticks-one-path-by-darrow-kirkpatrick/): A ruggedly inspiring memoir and a love letter to the American wilderness, Two Sticks, One Path: A Journey Beyond Fear on the Colorado Trail by Darrow Kirkpatrick is a tale of fortitude, achievement, and living free on your own terms. After a nearly lethal encounter in the Rockies when he was young, the author returns
- [Review: Torn by Richard Snodgrass](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/review-torn-by-richard-snodgrass/): A novel about the challenges of homecoming and the hopeful pursuit of second chances, Torn by Richard Snodgrass is a visceral story of love, loss, and legacy. John Lincoln Lyle returns to his hometown of Furnass after twenty years in the Army, but his time away was transformative and unforgiving. After years of experimental surgeries
- [House of Desolation by Alex Webster](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/house-of-desolation-by-alex-webster/): An eerie supernatural thriller set against a haunted Regency backdrop, House of Desolation by Alex Webster is a chilling portrait of secrets, sanity, and the resiliency of family love. When Sir Thomas Hargrave inherits a crumbling family manor, the unexpected windfall seems like an ideal foundation for him and his wife Eleanor to begin their
- [Review: USA: Where Dogs Have More Rights Than You Do by Robert Okine](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/review-usa-where-dogs-have-more-rights-than-you-do-by-robert-okine/): With a playful philosophy and unabashed reporting on the state of the union, USA: Where Dogs Have More Rights Than You Do by Robert Okine is an observant romp through America, with amusing evidence provided through the lives and luxuries of man's best friend. An alphabetical journey like no other, this whimsical travelogue takes readers
- [Evil Eyes by Carlo Armenise](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/evil-eyes-by-carlo-armenise/): A wickedly macabre novella from the intense imagination of Carlo Armenise, Evil Eyes: A Story of Love, Hate and Witchcraft is a compelling story of seduction, manipulation, and the deadly power of desire. After spending years as a world-famous photographer surrounded by beautiful muses, Andrew Wyler finally finds the woman he wants to marry, only
- [Mr. Fascination and the Fascination Machines by Michael Jasorka](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/mr-fascination-and-the-fascination-machines-by-michael-jasorka/): An homage to a beloved piece of boardwalk history, Mr. Fascination and the Fascination Machines by Michael Jasorka is an eye-opening peek into the colorful history of electro-mechanical pinball machines. This niche graphic novel traces the century-long journey of the mechanized arcade game Fascination, telling the tale of its mysterious mob ties, cult classic fame,
- [She Rises by Dorianne Ashe](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/she-rises-by-dorianne-ashe/): A bold take on time-slip fiction that shines with timely insight, She Rises by Dorianne Ashe is a family drama that stretches across the centuries, presenting a fearless reflection of America's lingering ghosts. When Georgia is inexplicably invited to the reading of the will of a reclusive real estate titan, it redirects the course of
- [Review: The Phoenix by Eric Van Allen](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/review-the-phoenix-by-eric-van-allen/): A tangled tale of second chances, risky deals, and the curious kindness of strangers, The Phoenix by Eric Van Allen is a fiendishly clever YA novel that crackles with Gothic energy. A protective young guardian and provider for her siblings, Callie skeptically accepts an offer from an eccentric neighbor that seems nearly too good to
- [Review: The Blue Roses by Kent Yorkson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/review-the-blue-roses-by-kent-yorkson/): A profound tale of friendship, romance, and the beautiful collisions of human existence, The Blue Roses by Kent Yorkson is a quietly provocative work of literary fiction. Set against the timeless backdrop of New York City's dramatic glamor, the story centers on Mark, a gifted painter, and a seemingly perfect couple, Hans and Yukari -
- [The Heart Scarab by Stella Atrium](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/the-heart-scarab-by-stella-atrium/): Expanding her already stunning Duchy Wars series, author Stella Atrium delivers an elaborate and enthralling fantasy with The Heart Scarab. Embittered by her defeat at the hands and talents of Bybiis the Beastmaster, Ulaya lurks in the shadows, gathering god-agent acolytes, scheming to reclaim more serpent pouches and the powerful magic they bestow, which may
- [Menace by Ray Keating](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/menace-by-ray-keating/): An extraordinary adventure into the darkest halls of power, Menace: An Agent Dean Cold Novel by Ray Keating is a confidently cool piece of Cold War sci-fi, coupled with top-secret action. To stop a clandestine takeover of the Soviet Union by mind-controlling tech, Agent Dean Cold must put aside his grief at the loss of
- [Monsterland by Sal Mance](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/monsterland-by-sal-mance/): In a twisted utopian future, one woman fights to survive a hellish 24 hours of predation in Monsterland by Sal Mance. Claire Rutherford has worked hard to heal in a new city after the brutal loss of her husband, while also navigating the fickle moods of her fame-seeking teenage daughter. Life turns far darker when
- [Tristis Angelus by J.M. Unrue](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/tristis-angelus-by-j-m-unrue/): Following the epic journey of a world-shaping immortal cursed to inhabit the body of a mere mortal, Tristis Angelus by J.M. Unrue unfolds with a hefty bolt of timely wisdom. Spanning more than 1.5 million years of sporadic rebirths, Tristis Angelus - the Job-like protagonist and fallen angel - slowly evolves into heightened awareness during
- [Sham Shamus by Charlotte Stuart](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/sham-shamus-by-charlotte-stuart/): A gritty but tongue-in-cheek satire of hard-boiled gumshoe fiction, Sham Shamus by Charlotte Stuart is a creative twist on the private eye genre, where the lines between hunter and hunted disappear entirely. When P.I. Eric Henderson is hired to find a ruthless political climber and informant who's wanted by the mob, the case hits shockingly
- [Review: The Celestial Gate Murders by Thomas Chung](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/review-the-celestial-gate-murders-by-thomas-chung/): A multilayered mystery exploring everything from techno-fascist evil to faith-based charlatans, The Celestial Gate Murders by Thomas Chung is a dramatic international thriller. When 20-year-old Eunyoung mysteriously vanishes, leaving behind only a note explaining her desire to "experience a new world," it sends her parish and chorus of friends into a quiet panic. However, she
- [The Devil Take the Blues by Ariel Slick](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/the-devil-take-the-blues-by-ariel-slick/): A stunning read that swelters with tension and sultry grit, The Devil Take the Blues by Ariel Slick is a macabre masterpiece of family, sacrifice, and the seductive charms of darkness. In a bid to save her sister's life, Beatrice must make a deal with Old Scratch, who's currently seeking desperate souls and top-shelf music
- [Please Don't Marry Me by Irene Williams](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/08/please-dont-marry-me-by-irene-williams/): A heart-rending tale centered on faith, power, independence, and redemption, Please Don't Marry Me: The Alyssa Holt Story by Irene Williams is a searing portrait of feminine survival in a world built by men. On the cusp of womanhood, Alyssa Holt runs away to Los Angeles to escape a marriage proposal from her lecherous small-town
- [Blessings Abound by Katherine Scherer & Eileen Bodoh](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/blessings-abound-by-katherine-scherer-eileen-bodoh/): A thoughtful collection of philosophical musings and powerful quotes from history's great thinkers, artists, and writers, Blessings Abound: Awaken to the Gifts at Hand by Katherine Scherer and Eileen Bodoh is a comforting companion for trying times. Offering legendary lines from poetry, prayers, theatre, lyrics, and traditional blessings, interspersed with the authors' reflections on their
- [Sex Bytes by TechChick](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/sex-bytes-by-techchick/): A raw, uncensored, and essential read about dirty deeds in the digital age, Sex Bytes by TechChick is a graphic peek under the sheets, delivered by a profoundly funny insider. Serving up savagely honest advice on everything from warm-up rubdowns and sloppy kissers to overworked body parts and mind-blowing sex acts, the unabashed author presents
- [An Interview with Suzan Denoncourt: Author of Heaven's Debris](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/an-interview-with-suzan-denoncourt-author-of-heavens-debris/): It was at the height of her career as a business executive that Suzan chose to pivot away from the corporate world and embrace a totally new chapter. Literally. Gravitating toward the mystery/thriller genre, she completed the first two manuscripts in the Cisco series before pursuing publication of her debut novel, The Burden of Truth,
- [The Vagus Nerve Solution by Tina Woodward](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/the-vagus-nerve-solution-by-tina-woodward/): A critical guide to understanding our internal body and solving the mystery of persistent negative symptoms, The Vagus Nerve Solution: Science-Backed Methods and Simple Exercises to Calm Anxiety, Restore Deep Sleep & Improve Digestion by Tina Woodward is a thorough compendium of medical knowledge and practical strategies for relief from myriad issues. For many patients,
- [Review: Juice by Peter Deadman](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/review-juice-by-peter-deadman/): A coming-of-age adventure in a near-future dystopia, Juice by Peter Deadman is an original YA story about finding truth and forging your path through an unpredictable world. Will has spent his childhood with his mother and uncle in a humble community of survivors, protected against the "dangers" of the pre-Devastation world by the Council and
- [Review: Heaven's Debris by Suzan Denoncourt](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/review-heavens-debris-by-suzan-denoncourt/): A tangled mystery of desire, deception, loyalty, and sisterhood, Heaven's Debris (Cisco Series Book 2) by Suzan Denoncourt is a stark and gritty portrait of guilty consciences teetering on the edge. When her seven-story apartment building mysteriously crashes to the ground, Faye is devastated in multiple ways, particularly because her sister's husband Gerry was waiting
- [Chain Reaction by Malabika Ray](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/chain-reaction-by-malabika-ray/): Secrets of the past blur with tragedies of the present in Chain Reaction by Malabika Ray, the inventive second entry in The Diary of a Sloppy Sleuth series. When an aspiring model plunges to her death under decidedly suspicious circumstances, Sri, Matt, and Neil are pulled into a new mystery that is anything but open
- [When Things Go Missing by Deborah J. Brasket](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/when-things-go-missing-by-deborah-j-brasket/): A powerful novel about losing yourself in order to find a way home, When Things Go Missing by Deborah J. Brasket is an achingly poignant exploration of femininity, responsibility, and liberation from societal expectations. When Franny boldly heads south of the Baja border, she leaves her husband and grown children behind to fend for themselves
- [Red Demon by Sill Bihagia](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/red-demon-by-sill-bihagia/): An unflinching and epic work of sci-fi/fantasy, Red Demon by Sill Bihagia is the genre-blending debut of what portends to be a masterful series. After discovering that his town has been wiped out by a mysterious bioweapon, and witnessing an immortal warrior named the Red Demon mercilessly cut down his brothers, a traumatized Jesse swears
- [Typesetting 101: A Beginner’s Guide for Self-Published Authors](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/typesetting-101-a-beginners-guide-for-self-published-authors/): For independently published authors, writing a well-received book is about more than the story. As an indie author, you’re responsible for everything from commissioning a cover to formatting your book. The font you choose for the text inside and out has to be readable and fit within the margins and gutter. Professional-looking typesetting can make
- [How Self-Published Authors Can Take Inspiration Without Copying Creative Work](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/how-self-published-authors-can-take-inspiration-without-copying-creative-work/): As a self-published author, worrying about accidentally copying someone else’s creative work is natural. You are not alone in this fear, and it is a smart instinct to be cautious. However, taking inspiration is natural and necessary for your growth as a writer. Every great story draws from the author’s emotions and the creative works
- [The Magician Killer by Diane Merrill Wigginton](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/the-magician-killer-by-diane-merrill-wigginton/): A macabre and suspenseful thriller that uncovers the pain of permanent scars, The Magician Killer by Diane Merrill Wigginton is a sprawling police procedural tied together with a riveting personal drama. Years after narrowly escaping the clutches of a murderous maniac, Special Agent Sam Stevens - a prodigious investigative profiler - finds herself begrudgingly hunting
- [Smoke on the Wind by Syvila Weatherford](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/smoke-on-the-wind-by-syvila-weatherford/): An exceptional sequel to Blessings from the Four Winds, which asks timeless questions about our sense of belonging and the many risks we take for family, Smoke on the Wind by Syvila Weatherford is a riveting trip into the past. Life on the Applegate Ranch settles into some kind of normalcy for the new couple,
- [Review: The Mini-Quest Mindset by Esmond Lee](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/review-the-mini-quest-mindset-by-esmond-lee/): A common-sense companion for the overwhelming modern world, The Mini-Quest Mindset: Master Your Focus, Manage Priorities, and Achieve More by Esmond Lee is an innovative guide for taking back control over your priorities, attention, and productivity. Burnout is a growing and worrying trend - the point when a person reaches a point of physical, mental,
- [Review: Redding Up by Richard Snodgrass](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2022/10/review-redding-up-by-richard-snodgrass/): Richard Snodgrass seamlessly plunges readers back in time with his latest collection, Redding Up, unveiling more incredible stories from the fictional mill town of Furnass. Rich characterizations and powerful (yet broken) figures populate these stories, particularly in "Remaindered," one of the strongest in the collection. In this hard-edged snapshot of life, a local woman named
- [A Home Without a Home by Cizar Thamaru](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/a-home-without-a-home-by-cizar-thamaru/): A post-apocalyptic journey to find meaning and community in a blasted world, A Home Without a Home: Home is Never Far from the Heart! by Cizar Thamaru is a blunt portrait of existence in a terribly grim future. In the 31st century, a young man left behind by most of humanity embarks on a quest
- [An Interview with Dele Babalola, MD: Author of the Biography of Tai Solarin](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2017/04/an-interview-with-dele-babalola-md-author-of-the-biography-of-tai-solarin/): I was born in Nigeria , educated in Nigeria to university level. In primary school , I discovered reading and became the school librarian. In secondary school, I met Dr. Tai Solarin, who transformed my thinking with "You Can Become Whatever You Choose to Be " and provided me the enabling environment of the school
- [Review: Cheap Talk, Big Gains in Education by Dr. Matthew Weinberg](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/review-cheap-talk-big-gains-in-education-by-dr-matthew-weinberg/): Boldly reimagining education in a comprehensive, compassionate, and inclusive way, Cheap Talk, Big Gains in Education by Dr. Matthew Weinberg presents an innovative approach that is desperately needed in our modern paradigm of knowledge distribution and retention. Promoting principles of collective effort and collaboration, rather than the hyper-individualization of Western culture, this meticulously organized book
- [Review: La Fête de la Vie by Jacqueline Miller Bachar](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/review-la-fete-de-la-vie-by-jacqueline-miller-bachar/): A well-curated collection of powerful stories and poetry that celebrate life without ignoring its painful realities, La Fête de la Vie: Stories & Poems by Jacqueline Miller Bachar is a literary testament to human resilience. The characters that populate these fraught and unpredictable tales often wear strong emotions on their sleeve, unable to contain hard
- [Charlie's Bubble by Beka Flynn](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/charlies-bubble-by-beka-flynn/): A twisting exploration of memory, mathematics, and the complicated nature of emotional connection, Charlie's Bubble by Beka Flynn is an imaginative sci-fi story, focused on eternal love, cosmic luck, and the secrets of space-time. An underwater rift in reality transports Charlie from a Cuban scuba-diving escape to a historical benchmark in Beijing, where he briefly
- [Hindsight by W.D. County](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/hindsight-by-w-d-county/): A timeline-twisting thrill with a sinister splash of the occult, Hindsight by W.D. County is a supernatural mystery driven by an enigmatic pair of investigators. Nathan Ember may occasionally feel cursed by his ability to see one day into the past, but it makes him a great PI and the begrudging asset to a suspicious
- [Review: Zephyr's Flight by Ray Strong](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/review-zephyrs-flight-by-ray-strong/): An enchanting tale of epic ambition and destinies that change the world, Zephyr's Flight: The Dragons' War by Ray Strong is a female-driven YA adventure and a compelling first chapter in a promising saga. Astria, a young girl with an uncanny affinity for dragons, dreams to ride them someday and become one of the legendary
- [Camping Canine by Alice Kanaka](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/camping-canine-by-alice-kanaka/): Two best friends and their clue-sniffing sidekick are caught in the wilderness and an enticing mystery in Camping Canine: Cozy Mysteries With a Dash of Dachshund by Alice Kanaka. At a tucked-away Texas campground, Lizzy and Holly are taking time away from recent trauma and prying eyes, but a lurking presence is dying to make his
- [Invariant by A.G. Sullivan](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/07/invariant-by-a-g-sullivan/): A psychological drama with an ominous edge, Invariant by A.G. Sullivan is a cleverly penned plunge into the possibilities of foresight and fate. Six years after being summoned to a stranger’s deathbed to receive a mysterious message, David Bishop and his partner Hannah find themselves on a bizarre scavenger hunt that threatens to redirect their
- [Review: The Weight of Loyalty by Mike H. Mizrahi](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/review-the-weight-of-loyalty-by-mike-h-mizrahi/): Transportive historical fiction that offers clear and timely wisdom about the present, The Weight of Loyalty by Mike H. Mizrahi is an epic World War II tale of survival, trust, and the resilience of humanity in the face of destruction. Oliver Graham is a hard-drinking and troubled sailor aboard a British submarine that strikes a
- [Ready for Reality by Angela Troppa, LCSW](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/ready-for-reality-by-angela-troppa-lcsw/): Outlining a comprehensive foundation for a healthy and self-sufficient life, Ready for Reality: Teaching Kids the Skills They Need to Thrive in the Real World by Angela Troppa, LCSW is an innovative guide for adults as they prepare children for the future. Following a straightforward structure of seven broad units of knowledge (Household, Safety, Social
- [Review: The Matrix Opal by Stella Atrium](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/review-the-matrix-opal-by-stella-atrium/): Youthful heroes face the unforgiving burden of duty and legacy in The Matrix Opal by Stella Atrium, a hard-edged coming-of-age story in a sprawling new sci-fi/fantasy realm, setting off The Duchy Wars series in spectacular fashion. Ariseng, a young and unassuming force of nature, embarks on a risky quest in possession of the titular talisman,
- [A Year With Charlie Fine by Christopher Mahon](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/a-year-with-charlie-fine-by-christopher-mahon/): Following the everyday wanders and wonders of an insightful and endearing public high school teacher, A Year With Charlie Fine by Christopher Mahon is a standout collection of observational wisdom and colloquial humor from the double-edged paradise of Los Angeles. Whether musing on the foundations of friendship in our modern marketplace of life, the unifying
- [Ford's Terror by Richard A. Wiggins](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/fords-terror-by-richard-a-wiggins/): A rugged plunge into the icy waters of American history, Ford's Terror by Richard A. Wiggins is a meticulous military novel that leans into energizing themes of exploration, fortitude, and personal growth. Lured by the intoxicating allure of Alaska at the dawn of the 20th century, naval draftsman and Master at Arms Harry Ford embarks
- [Sword of Vengeance by Chris Adams](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/sword-of-vengeance-by-chris-adams/): Magic portals, demonic spawn, and a classic crew of noble heroes make Sword of Vengeance by Chris Adams an immersive clash of good and evil. As the realm's newest Guardian Knight, Gerald Cael is tasked with protecting the vulnerable from the same hellish horrors that scarred him as a child. Relying on his blade, pendant,
- [The 7th Disciple: Time Witness by WS Chang & E Chang](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/the-7th-disciple-time-witness-by-ws-chang-e-chang/): Inspiring, profound, and remarkable in its creativity, The 7th Disciple: Time Witness by WS Chang and E Chang is a sci-fi thriller with a deeply philosophical heart. Elliot's college career is disrupted when he begins falling back through time, stumbling into his long-awaited destiny as a cosmic disciple, following in the footsteps of Einstein, Newton,
- [How to Build Pacing in Your Fiction](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/how-to-build-pacing-in-your-fiction/): Have you ever picked up a book and found yourself unable to put it down? Or maybe you've started reading something that felt like slogging through mud? The difference usually comes down to pacing. Pacing is the rhythm and speed at which you tell your story. It's what keeps readers turning pages at midnight or
- [The Enigma of Vitamin B12 by Anthea V. Hayes](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/the-enigma-of-vitamin-b12-by-anthea-v-hayes/): A scathing takedown of a modern myth, The Enigma of Vitamin B12: Nature's Only Mistake? Fear and Marketing of the Deficiency Myth by Anthea V. Hayes is a passionate plea to rethink our relationship to an essential nutrient. Presenting a critical overview of Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin), the author poses a broad challenge to readers and
- [Review: A Guide to Jazz in Japan by Michael Pronko](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/review-a-guide-to-jazz-in-japan-by-michael-pronko/): A thorough overview for jazz fans anywhere in the world, A Guide to Jazz in Japan by Michael Pronko is a thoughtful music guide that casually swings across the line into storytelling. Beginning with the author's disclosure over his passion for Japan and the powerful connection he has to the jazz scene there, the book
- [A Walk Through the Neighborhood by Nathan D. Boyd](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/a-walk-through-the-neighborhood-by-nathan-d-boyd/): An unflinching story of overcoming unimaginable loss and fitting into an unforgiving world, A Walk Through the Neighborhood by Nathan D. Boyd is a moving portrait of gritty city life and the trials of youth. After a heartbreaking betrayal by his father, Timothy Valentine II is sent to live with his Aunt Claire, where he
- [The Call of Abaddon by Colin Searle](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/the-call-of-abaddon-by-colin-searle/): A relentless sci-fi thriller with touches of dystopian fiction, space opera, and even Lovecraftian horror, The Call of Abaddon by Colin Searle is an electric mash-up of genres. Eight years after escaping from a top-secret research institute, Jason finds himself scavenging in the depths below New Toronto, while his prodigious psychic abilities continue to grow.
- [Review: A Madness Unmade by E.K. Larson-Burnett](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/review-a-madness-unmade-by-e-k-larson-burnett/): Astoundingly clever and deftly penned, A Madness Unmade (The Deathly Inheritance Duology Book 1) by E.K. Larson-Burnett is a biting parody of life itself, and a youthful musing on the illogical nature of existence. Armed with a remarkably precocious protagonist and the narrative touch of a major writer in the making, this eccentric novel absolutely
- [Commercial Excellence Playbook by Philip Bowler](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/commercial-excellence-playbook-by-philip-bowler/): A straightforward tool for self-evaluation of your own business, Commercial Excellence Playbook: Navigating the Path to Business Success by Philip Bowler is a high-level guide for targeted improvement across the critical layers of an organization. Exhaustively detailing the essential aspects of commercial success, which can be difficult to pin down in their complexity, the author
- [The Ring Fold Chronicles Book 2: Blood of Time by Scott Swisher](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/the-ring-fold-chronicles-book-2-blood-of-time-by-scott-swisher/): In this neatly crafted Book 2 of The Ring Fold Chronicles by Scott Swisher, the youthful time-jumping heroes of The Ring face off against their own descendants in an epic showdown that threatens the integrity of reality and the timestream itself. Jordan again carries this action-packed tale as the epically powered but reluctant leader, while
- [Review: Extraterrestrial Noir by Rich Leder](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/review-extraterrestrial-noir-by-rich-leder/): A sardonic mixture of science fiction and snarky suburban drama, Extraterrestrial Noir by Rich Leder is a hilariously original genre mashup. Maggie Devine is drowning in the suffocation of suburban competition and an embarrassingly stagnant marriage with her husband, Connie. Along with the three other couples and their children who call Hope Circle home, life
- [Review: Gottiguard by Rich Leder](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2021/12/review-gottiguard-by-rich-leder/): Relentless in its pace, with brilliant banter that's a staple of Rich Leder's writing, and a twisting plot that keeps one turning the pages to the last chapter, Gottiguard is a stellar final entry in the Kate McCall series. Having already survived three run-ins with her father's killer - the professional corporate assassin that has
- [The Assays of Ata by K.I.S.](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/the-assays-of-ata-by-k-i-s/): An anti-heroine battling accusations of treachery while fighting for her home makes The Assays of Ata by K.I.S. a striking introduction to a new fantasy series. Ata is a magically-abled spy for Pandia, but bringing about the fall of Cinnae, her nation's sworn enemy, means executing a desperately tangled plot and navigating unexpected allies, murderous
- [Review: Archer's Moon by J.W. Webb](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/review-archers-moon-by-j-w-webb/): Divine worlds collide and hunting hearts tangle in Archer's Moon: Dawn of Legends (Legends of Ansu Book 1) by J.W. Webb, a high-fantasy adventure that explores the unique essence and emotional depths of human nature. From her celestial perch above the planet of Ansu, Argonwui peers down in wonder and longing at the world of
- [Long Term Surrender by Patty Almond](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/long-term-surrender-by-patty-almond/): A cruise ship thriller packed with sun, secret agents, and one savvy schoolteacher, Long Term Surrender by Patty Almond is a dramatic and romantic escape. When Katelyn agrees to a Caribbean cruise with her sister and brother-in-law, she unwittingly becomes a mule in a high-stakes handoff with one of the most feared drug cartels in
- [Turning Rental Properties into Passive Income Profit$ by Dustin Roberts](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/turning-rental-properties-into-passive-income-profit-by-dustin-roberts/): A conversational guide about maximizing the potential of real estate investment, Turning Rental Properties into Passive Income Profit$: The Beginners 10 Step Real Estate Investing Book for Early Retirement and Creating Wealth by Dustin Roberts is an insightful primer for current and future investors. Whether you need to establish realistic financial goals, identify your risk
- [Dancing in Freedom by Angie Hanlon-Toth](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/dancing-in-freedom-by-angie-hanlon-toth/): An inspiring memoir about transmuting existential obstacles into developmental stepping stones, Dancing in Freedom: From Bondage to Jubilee by Angie Hanlon-Toth is an enlightening mixture of autobiography and self-help. Encouraging readers to accept their imperfections as opportunities to walk more humbly on the path of faith, this vulnerable personal account is a testament to the
- [Review: The Remembering by Peter Kennedy](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/review-the-remembering-by-peter-kennedy/): A timely reflection on the profound and sometimes painful process of becoming who you need to be, The Remembering: A Journey Back to Self by Peter Kennedy is a reminder that personal transformation is unavoidable - and endless. Kennedy's story begins with an intense account of his participation in a sacred ritual - a temazcal
- [Review: The Outlander by Nolan Zaren](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/review-the-outlander-by-nolan-zaren/): An epic fantasy designed for the male gaze, The Outlander: Harem Stories for Men by Nolan Zaren is an unapologetic plunge into the heart of masculinity. Raylan feels like a ferocious wolf in sheep's clothing, but he is harassed, castrated, and oppressed by the policy officers and judges of the System who restrain his true
- [The Devil in Fine Print by Jhani Mills](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/the-devil-in-fine-print-by-jhani-mills/): A gripping sci-fi thriller that pushes the line between engrossing fiction and unforgiving reality, The Devil in Fine Print (The Cipher Conspiracy Book One) by Jhani Mills is an epic tale of power, brotherhood, and the knife-edge fate of humanity. The modern remains of an ancient civilization emerge from the shadows to make a world-changing
- [Review: The Eye of Farem by Ron Blacksmith](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/02/review-the-eye-of-farem-by-ron-blacksmith/): An epic adventure beyond the known cosmos, The Eye of Farem by Ron Blacksmith is a bold first piece in his Rangers of the Realm series. Thousands of years in the future, humanity has spread amongst the stars, along with Elves, Dwarves, Orcs, and a kaleidoscope of otherworldly beings and bots. Guided and protected by
- [An Interview with Kenton J. Moore: Author of Vallen](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/an-interview-with-kenton-j-moore-author-of-vallen/): Kenton J Moore is a Canadian multi-genre author living in British Columbia. He is an avid consumer of stories, a comic collector, a video gamer, and a tabletop role-playing gamer. He is best known for his fiction work that spans genres from action to thriller, suspense, and horror as well as science fiction and fantasy.
- [Review: Vallen by Kenton J. Moore](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/06/review-vallen-by-kenton-j-moore/): A coming-of-age steampunk adventure with classic fantasy foundations, Vallen (Cloudbreakers Book 1) by Kenton J. Moore is a richly imagined story of loyalty, memory, and the dreams that define us. Cole Vallen is a simple country farmer who feels destined for something more, namely the sky-high ambition to become a noble Cloudbreaker – a revered
- [Review: Words by Katherine Davis-Gibbon, Illustrated by Anne Berry](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/review-words-by-katherine-davis-gibbon-illustrated-by-anne-berry/): A wonderfully imaginative book for early readers, Words by Katherine Davis-Gibbon, with illustrations by Anne Berry, is a colorful and creative guide about navigating language and reading. As the story explains, words are all around us all the time, and as a young person begins to explore this wide world of language, it can be
- [The Spirit of Achievement by Jacqueline Miller Bachar](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/the-spirit-of-achievement-by-jacqueline-miller-bachar/): A collection of essays and writing from a social historian and keen-eyed community observer, The Spirit of Achievement: Articles, Essays, Speeches by Jacqueline Miller Bachar is a neatly curated portfolio from a prolific time in the author's career. Beginning with insightful profiles on outstanding female achievers from Palos Verdes, California, and the surrounding area, these
- [Life on the Ohio Frontier by Jacqueline Miller Bachar](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/life-on-the-ohio-frontier-by-jacqueline-miller-bachar/): A first-person account of faith, resilience, and solitude, Life on the Ohio Frontier: A Collection of Letters from Mary Lott to Deacon John Phillips 1826-1846 by Jacqueline Miller Bachar is an eye-opening historical account, and personal labor of love. Through twenty years of heartfelt and meticulously penned letters from sister to brother, readers are offered
- [Review: The Haunted Artist by Larry Witham](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/review-the-haunted-artist-by-larry-witham/): The death of a rising star in the art world launches a cross-country hunt for dark answers and old secrets in The Haunted Artist by Larry Witham, the fourth installment of the Julian Peale Art-Crime Mystery series. When reclusive painter Sam Mason is found dead from an apparent overdose, eccentric denizens of the art world
- [Review: Fanny Berk Strikes Back by Avi Luxenburg](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/review-fanny-berk-strikes-back-by-avi-luxenburg/): An uplifting and original story about the power of heroism, discipline, and self-knowledge, Fanny Berk Strikes Back: The Misadventures of a Reluctant Hero by Avi Luxenburg is a hard-hitting YA novel layered with wisdom. Fanny Berk is doing what she can to overcome the antisemitic horrors of her past, namely learning karate and avoiding the
- [A Cup of Zen by Kai Tsukimi](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/a-cup-of-zen-by-kai-tsukimi/): A thought-provoking collection of short stories that also act as enlightening self-help, A Cup of Zen: 21 Short Stories to Calm the Mind, Stop Overthinking, and Find Inner Peace by Kai Tsukimi offers up gleaming pearls of self-knowledge and powerful parables in the Zen tradition. From silent monks and pathless wanderers to unfinished artists and
- [How Not to Submit to a Literary Agent (and What to Do Instead)](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/how-not-to-submit-to-a-literary-agent-and-what-to-do-instead/): Ah, the thrill of finishing a novel. You’ve spilled your soul onto 300 pages of tortured genius, and now the world - nay, the publishing industry - must fall at your feet. Right? Wrong. Before you clutch that manuscript to your chest and hit “send” with trembling fingers, let’s talk about what actually happens when
- [I'll Fly Away by Marc Sapir](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/ill-fly-away-by-marc-sapir/): A compassionate combination of end-of-life storytelling and medical reporting, I'll Fly Away: Stories About Amazing Disabled Elders by Marc Sapir is an affirming collection of stories and essays centered on the myriad experiences of disabled seniors. The author's firsthand relationship with these patients as a Medical Director at the Center for Elders' Independence in Oakland,
- [The Memory of a Name by Federico Angel](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/the-memory-of-a-name-by-federico-angel/): Detailing his family's vibrant history and exploring the power of legacy in shaping our lives, The Memory of a Name by Federico Angel is a touching and unflinchingly honest memoir of a family. From his father's early days in the Coffee Triangle and becoming a paper baron during WWII to seeking a new life in
- [Crossing the Sea of Shattered Glass by R.B. Bunn](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/crossing-the-sea-of-shattered-glass-by-r-b-bunn/): Poignant and painful in its clarity, Crossing the Sea of Shattered Glass: A Voyage Through Grief by R.B. Bunn is a powerful collection of poetry that explores the universal experience of regret and loss. Writing specifically about his uncle's death and long struggle with addiction, Bunn's poems range from deeply personal memories and anecdotal reflections
- [The Pystead Group: Daring to Be by James Pryor](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/the-pystead-group-daring-to-be-by-james-pryor/): A sharp-tongued satire on progressive utopias and species salvation, The Pystead Group: Daring to Be by James Pryor is a thought-provoking prophecy for the coming generation. Thirty years in the future, the foundations of global society are fracturing, but a secretive cabal of researchers, dreamers, and futurists working for The Pystead Group has a plan
- [Hack Rescue by Tom Kranz](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/hack-rescue-by-tom-kranz/): The third stellar novel in Tom Kranz's Earth-Moon Rescue series, Hack Rescue: Chasing A Cyber Killer is a high-stakes hunt for a vengeful cyber-villain determined to bring a young lunar colony to its knees. Inexplicable system failures are pushing the population of the Dome to a breaking point, and saving the day once again falls
- [Review: A Place to Lodge by George Sanchez](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/review-a-place-to-lodge-by-george-sanchez/): An international hunt for a missing man turns into a breakneck whirlwind of intrigue and sinister stalking in A Place to Lodge by George Sanchez. Years earlier, Jeff came across the Atlantic in search of Bryna, but the tables have turned, and now she is the one to jet off to Europe and locate her
- [The Fall of Magic by Phoenix Rokni](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/the-fall-of-magic-by-phoenix-rokni/): A classic piece of epic high-fantasy, The Fall of Magic (The Master's Core Book 1) by Phoenix Rokni pits a relentless conqueror against a reluctant champion of hope. The cruel Prince Drazius has launched a brutal crusade of elven eradication in service to the dark god, while Volir, an elven warrior who longs to become
- [Why Your Paperback Deserves an E-Book Sibling (And Maybe a Hard Cover Cousin Too)](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/why-your-paperback-deserves-an-e-book-sibling-and-maybe-a-hard-cover-cousin-too/): Let’s face it—publishing a paperback and calling it a day is like baking a cake and never frosting it. Sure, it’s technically a cake. But it’s not quite ready for the party. In today’s ever-evolving literary jungle, if your book exists only in physical form, it’s basically wearing a sign that says, "I don’t like
- [Self-Publishing Platforms Compared: Which One Is Right for You?](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/01/self-publishing-platforms-compared-which-one-is-right-for-you/): You’ve written your first book and can’t wait to make it available to the world. Which self-publishing platform can provide the services and features that fit your needs? There are several excellent options, each with some overlap. Compare their pros and cons to determine which is right for you. 1. IngramSpark Publishing IngramSpark offers hardcover,
- [Why Self-Publishing Works (And Why It Doesn't)](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2018/03/why-self-publishing-works-and-why-it-doesnt/): What sort of books do well with self-publishing? Which don't? And why do we hear success stories of self-publishers making millions? Cate Baum discusses the choices to make when self-publishing. We've all heard the cries. Self-publishing means you keep control over every aspect of your book journey! Self-publish, and never give a cent to the
- [Five Reasons You Shouldn't Rush Publishing Your Book](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2018/10/five-reasons-you-shouldnt-rush-publishing-your-book/): Many authors think they should make a plan to publish and promote their book ahead of time. Here are five reasons to avoid a rushed promotion campaign
- [Self-Published Vs. Trad Publishing? It's not a choice, stop saying it is.](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2019/03/self-published-vs-trad-publishing-its-not-a-choice-stop-saying-it-is/): There seems to be a tide of "Trad Publishing Vs. Self-Publishing" posts out there at the moment. As if it's a choice. I've taken a real umbrage to this. Because honestly, it's not. Here's why. Traditional publishing - The Process To get your book published by a so-called Big-Five publisher, i.e., Hachette, HarperCollins, Macmillan,
- [Self-Publishing Romance - Six Steps To Writing About Love](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2020/02/self-publishing-romance-six-steps-to-writing-about-love/): Six tips for Valentine's Day on how the best self-published romance writers make it work.
- [Four Big Ways To Fail At Publishing Your Book](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2021/10/four-big-ways-to-fail-at-publishing-your-book/): Why do most authors fail? Cate Baum, editor at SPR takes us through the most common pitfalls in self-publishing. 1. Scrimping on Editing A lot of authors reckon they’re ‘good’ at grammar and spelling, and that they don’t need editing because they can do it themselves. This is nonsense. Even the best writers in the
- [Is Self Publishing Review Legit?](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/02/is-self-publishing-review-legit/): The answer to this question is yes, Self-Publishing Review is legit. The company was founded in Los Angeles in 2008 by New York indie author and Sarah Lawrence/New School lit grad Henry Baum, whose blog on self-publishing started receiving requests for book reviews from authors who followed the blog. After several years of reviewing books
- [Matador Publishing Review](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2011/07/matador-publishing-review/): Matador is the self-publishing imprint of Troubador Publishing based in Leicester, England. Troubador itself is a commercial publisher founded in 1990, but the Matador imprint for self-publishing authors was launched in 1999. Matador offers self-publishing authors a wide range of services, from the design and production of a book, through to marketing and distribution. In
- [Cold River Studio Review](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2011/08/cold-river-studio-review/): Cold River Studio, based in Tennessee, USA, offer graphic design and self-publishing services for writers, designers and corporate clients. The principal partner of the company is Peter Honsberger, formerly of Cold Tree Publishing. “We believe in the importance of creative collaboration between clients, writers, editors, and designers. In the spirit of that collaboration, we strive to
- [Booktrope Closing Its Doors Leaving Authors Without a Publisher](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2016/05/booktrope-closing-its-doors-leaving-authors-without-a-publisher/): In a sad turn of events, hybrid self-publishing service, Booktrope, is going out of business. Via Geekwire: Booktrope plans to go out of business at the end of May, bringing an end to its “team publishing” platform used by ad hoc groups of authors, editors, marketers and designers to create and market print books and
- [The End: Omicron by Aaron Ryan](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/the-end-omicron-by-aaron-ryan/): A second stunning novel in an apocalyptic series from Aaron Ryan, The End: Omicron is both prophecy and incisive allegory, revealing the depths of depravity that can result from absolute power. Picking up after the events of the preceding installment, Sage Maddox pushes forward with his plan to infiltrate the Friends of Nero and execute
- [The Goldilocks Team by Minal Joshi Jaeckli](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/the-goldilocks-team-by-minal-joshi-jaeckli/): Guiding business leaders on the dynamic and twisting path to higher engagement, retention, and productivity, The Goldilocks Team: Master Retention and Hiring by Minaj Joshi Jaeckli offers tangible solutions for a corporate landscape that is perpetually in flux. Outlining a blueprint for managers to find the right people, rather than the “best” people, Jaeckli's guide
- [The Funny Side by Shari Marshall](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/the-funny-side-by-shari-marshall/): Delivering a wealth of essential humor and wisdom about the everyday realities of parenthood, The Funny Side: Relatable Anecdotes from a Once-Frazzled Parent by Shari Marshall is a collection of entertainingly relatable stories about the exhausting chaos of family life. From life-or-death deliveries and a plethora of bodily fluids to nasal excavations and transforming into
- [Mana Ray by Julia Maslova](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/mana-ray-by-julia-maslova/): A magical, message-laden allegory from a playful and creative pen, Mana Ray: Summer Magic by Julia Maslova is an otherworldly novel about peeling back the facade of a "perfect life" and embracing one's true nature. On the Earth-like planet Odagea, Mana Ray is rising eagerly through society, moving closer to her dream of becoming an
- [An Interview with Anthony Lee: Author of Toxic Minds](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/an-interview-with-anthony-lee-author-of-toxic-minds/): Anthony Lee has a unique background in medicine. After graduating from medical school, he switched from clinical medicine to health technology assessment, analyzing new medical tests and treatments in a career spanning over 15 years. As a writer, he found inspiration in a variety of literary works, both contemporary and classic. He has especially discovered
- [Review: Toxic Minds by Anthony Lee](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/review-toxic-minds-by-anthony-lee/): An ominous and timely collision of medicine and murder, Toxic Minds by Anthony Lee exposes a shadowy side of alternative healing and the deadly power of disinformation. Just hours after an appointment with a young pregnant mother, Dr. Mark Lin is an unwilling witness to her murder at the hands of a suicide bomber. While
- [Review: Blue Thunder Across the Shattered Stars by Gregg R. Overman](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/review-blue-thunder-across-the-shattered-stars-by-gregg-r-overman/): An interplanetary drama that sets the fate of two planets in the hands of one fractured family, Blue Thunder Across the Shattered Stars by Gregg R. Overman is a stellar slice of sci-fi adventure. Following the traumatic loss of their father on Phagea, young Jered and Gracely are separated for years, but their sibling bond
- [Mastering the Art of Professional Networking as an Author](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/mastering-the-art-of-professional-networking-as-an-author/): In the competitive world of self-publishing, success hinges on writing talent and the strength of your professional network. Building meaningful connections can open doors to endorsements, collaborative opportunities, and valuable industry insights. Whether you’re launching your first book or expanding your brand, strategic networking can significantly impact your growth and visibility. The Strategic Value of
- [Review: The Drax (Rangers of the Realm Book 2) by Ron Blacksmith](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/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
- [Review: Hoplite Ridge by Sean Patrick Sayers](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/review-hoplite-ridge-by-sean-patrick-sayers/): A masterful blend of speculative science fiction, allegorical mythology, and visionary fantasy, Hoplite Ridge by Sean Patrick Sayers is a sparkling and original glimpse into the past, present, and future of humanity. The timeless conflict between mortals and gods has reached another apocalyptic turning point, and on the blasted world of Elysium, humanity's fate once
- [Hollywood Shadows by Frank C. Senia](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/hollywood-shadows-by-frank-c-senia/): The loyalty of muscle and the strength of family are put to the test in Hollywood Shadows by Frank C. Senia, an emotive first-person drama about the lines we refuse to cross. Growing up with a brutal father and an overwhelmed mother, Billy and his twin brother Rickey sprang from rough soil, but never lost
- [Bomboncita by D.K. Kristof](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/05/bomboncita-by-d-k-kristof/): Offering an alternate history and trenchant warning for the world at large, Bomboncita by D.K. Kristof nestles shrewdly in the crossover of allegory, speculative fiction, and savvy social critique. In the isolated Caribbean utopia of Isla de La Reina Madre, the fractured outside world is finally creeping in, while the titular Bomboncita, the heir to
- [Codex of Echo by Travis Nagatoshi](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/codex-of-echo-by-travis-nagatoshi/): An eloquent and evocative ode to human nature, Codex of Echo: Books 1, 2, and 3 by Travis Nagatoshi is a three-part collection of inspiring poetry that gently advocates a path for personal enlightenment. Moving smoothly between philosophical musings, lyrical whimsy, and curious explorations of experience, this dynamic collection is both a call to action
- [Review: Dancing on the Edge by Tyrone Polastri](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/review-dancing-on-the-edge-by-tyrone-polastri/): Welcoming readers into a lifelong journey of inner mastery, confidence, and awareness, Dancing on the Edge: Moving Through Life with Power, Dignity and Effectiveness by Tyrone Polastri takes a bold and original line on self-improvement and expansion of the self. Exploring the complex challenges that lie at the edge of uncertainty, the author lays out critical tools
- [Review: Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches from Outer Space! by I. S. Noah](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/review-peanut-butter-and-jelly-sandwiches-from-outer-space-by-i-s-noah/): A conspiratorial comedy of delectable proportions, Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches from Outer Space! (A 21st Century Fairy Tale) by I. S. Noah is a whimsical and wise work of YA sci-fi for a new generation of compassionate leaders. When Violet is burdened with babysitting her two younger brothers at the last minute, she begrudgingly
- [The Perfect Revenge 2 by WilD](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/the-perfect-revenge-2-by-wild/): An empowering thriller from a powerful new voice, The Perfect Revenge 2: Secrets of the Dragonfly by WilD is an entertaining plunge into the seedy realms of big money and backroom politics. Still plagued by the gruesome secrets of her past, Zoey has a new high-level mission and a team of financial sleuths working beneath
- [Review: Finding Frances by Kelly Vincent](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/review-finding-frances-by-kelly-vincent/): A young woman transcends a tragic loss to uncover the truth about her own life in Finding Frances by Kelly Vincent, a gripping YA thriller from a masterful pen. Stepping out of her sheltered life for the first time, Retta is nervous and eager for a normal high school experience, real friends, and the chance
- [Why 5-Star Reviews Aren't Ideal for Self-Published Authors](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/why-5-star-reviews-arent-ideal-for-self-published-authors/): For self-published authors, Amazon customer reviews are more than just nice-to-have — they’re essential. They influence how often your book is shown to readers, how it ranks, and whether someone clicks "Buy Now" or keeps scrolling. While racking up five-star customer reviews may seem like the goal, a wall of perfect ratings can actually hurt
- [AI Book Cover Design is Here to Stay - Now What?](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/02/the-permanent-impact-of-ai-on-book-cover-design/): Since the early days of publishing, covers have evolved from simple, text-heavy designs to highly artistic and genre-specific illustrations. In the 19th century, book covers were often embossed with gold leaf and intricate designs to signal prestige. By the 20th century, technological advancements allowed for full-color printing, leading to the rise of illustrated covers that
- [The Long-Term Value of Metadata: How to Best Choose Your Keywords, Categories, and Book Description](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/unlocking-your-books-potential-the-long-term-value-of-metadata-keywords-and-book-descriptions/): In the vast and often unforgiving landscape of self-publishing, the difference between a book that thrives and one that languishes in obscurity often comes down to something invisible to most readers: metadata. Like a hidden force, metadata determines how your book is discovered, who sees it, and whether it has a chance to claim a
- [The Roots of Renewal by Anni Mitchell](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/the-roots-of-renewal-by-anni-mitchell/): Drawing from an abundant pool of spiritual practices, gentle wisdom, and symbolic storytelling, The Roots of Renewal - Wood's Journey: Stop Overthinking - Find Mental Calm and Inner Direction by Anni Mitchell is an interactive and eye-opening experience. The narrative invites readers to embark on the Path of Renewal, a metaphysical journey through the Sword
- [Review: Looking for Tennessee Williams by George Sanchez](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/review-looking-for-tennessee-williams-by-george-sanchez-2/): George Sanchez's evocative novel, Looking for Tennessee Williams: A Novel of New Orleans, November 1963, is a captivating literary excursion into the sultry, historical atmosphere of New Orleans during the tumultuous week surrounding President Kennedy’s assassination. Deftly intertwining personal drama with broader social tensions, the novel uses the backdrop of a Tennessee Williams Theatre Festival
- [Review: The Matriarch Messiah by Maxine Trencavel](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/review-the-matriarch-messiah-by-maxine-trencavel/): Destinies are questioned and family secrets are finally revealed in The Matriarch Messiah by Maxime Trencavel, a spectacular second installment of the Mystery of the Matriarchs saga. Still stunned by the knowledge that they are the rebirthed souls of an ancient matriarch and her husband, unlikely hero Peter Gollinger, and his battle-tested partner Zara Khatum,
- [Technomancer by Charlie Forêt](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/technomancer-by-charlie-foret/): An imaginative burst of technofantasy that deftly swings between philosophical depth, cutting-edge science, and gripping magical action, Technomancer by Charlie Forêt is a thrilling combination of genres. When a divine priestess from the realm of Elysia is forcibly sent to Earth, her destiny entwines with Finn, a hacker savant working in the shadows to make
- [Review: You Don't Know Sh*t About Leadership by G. Damon Wells](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/review-you-dont-know-sht-about-leadership-by-g-damon-wells/): An impressive exploration of decision-making by both organizations and individuals, You Don't Know Sh*t About Leadership: How Smart Leaders Leverage Biology, Behavior, and Complexity to Build Exceptional Organizations by G. Damon Wells is an unapologetic guide to self-knowledge and long-term effectiveness in whatever life direction you choose. In a world where thought leaders have become
- [An Interview with Curt A. Canfield: Author of The Errors of Mankind](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/an-interview-with-curt-a-canfield-author-of-the-errors-of-mankind/): Curt A. Canfield grew up in a small town in Pennsylvania, where he acquired most of his beliefs as a Cub Scout, Boy Scout, and a Church Youth Group Leader. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam conflict. During his three-year enlistment, he earned two meritorious promotions, traversed
- [A Cesspool of Spies by Linda Watkins](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/a-cesspool-of-spies-by-linda-watkins/): A covert peek into the seamy world of American espionage in the years following World War II, A Cesspool of Spies by Linda Watkins is an authentic post-war tale of finding purpose in the murkiest of waters. Simon Biggs is a twenty-something veteran with a good head on his shoulders, but no money in his
- [Swan Song by Katy Regnery](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/swan-song-by-katy-regnery/): Two timid lovers find redemption and purpose in the search for one another in Swan Song by Katy Regnery, an unlikely romance with the heart of a Russian tragedy. Vaughn is a soft-spoken janitor at the Washington Ballet, while Sasha is a gifted and graceful ballerina who dazzles from the stage, but life-changing revelations for
- [LoveVortex and the Drakor's Curse by Pekka Harju-Autti](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/lovevortex-and-the-drakors-curse-by-pekka-harju-autti/): A swashbuckling adventure to the edge of the known world and the boundaries of reality, LoveVortex and the Drakor's Curse by Pekka Harju-Autti is a philosophical and visionary work of fantasy. Tasked with expanding trade relations for the British Empire, a veteran sea captain and his son journey to the Bay of Bengal and the
- [Why You Should Never EVER Have Children by DJ Dean](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/why-you-should-never-ever-have-children-by-dj-dean/): Offering a compelling argument about the cons of parenthood, Why You Should Never EVER Have Children: The Easy Path to a Privileged Life by DJ Dean is an amusing and unapologetic rebuttal to the biological imperative. From the towering expenses of child-rearing and its relentless demands on your time to the negative impacts on one’s
- [Review: The Errors of Mankind by Curt A. Canfield](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/review-the-errors-of-mankind-by-curt-a-canfield/): Timely in its message and poignantly packed with revelations, The Errors of Mankind by Curt A. Canfield is an essential historical critique framed as a fictional reunion. While exploring the sprawling roots of his family tree, ex-US Marine Will discovers that a distant relative not only lives a short drive away, but also fought in
- [The Haunted Artist by Larry Witham](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/the-haunted-artist-by-larry-witham/): A captivating combination of art world intrigue, familial devotion, and the sinister price tag of fame, The Haunted Artist by Larry Witham is a gripping fourth installment of the Julian Peale Art-Crime Mystery series. When Colleen Mason's brother dies under suspicious circumstances, mere months after his star rises as an enigmatic genius of the art
- [The Palmse Music Box by Rae Richen](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/the-palmse-music-box-by-rae-richen/): A compelling collection of visionary short stories that flirt at the edge of the miraculous, The Palmse Music Box by Rae Richen is a transportive and insightful work that questions the line between fate and free will. Themes of time, luck, life, death, and their remarkable interplay are peppered across these stories, arising in tales
- [Ghost Flower by William F. Merck II](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/ghost-flower-by-william-f-merck-ii/): The legacy of ancient alien castaways collides with a contemporary crisis on Earth in Ghost Flower by William F. Merck II, a genre-defying adventure of time travel, love, and destiny. More than 4,000 years after their intergalactic arrival, extraterrestrial descendants must help a team of researchers unravel a virological mystery and stop a devastating pandemic
- [Raven's Legacy by Charlotte Stuart](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/ravens-legacy-by-charlotte-stuart/): A thrilling tangle of ancient traditions, the advance of time, and a non-native lawman trying to keep the peace in rural Alaska, Raven's Legacy by Charlotte Stuart crackles with originality and small-town tension. When the local arts center is robbed of its priceless artifacts, the divided Tlingit village turns to Jonah St. Clair to find
- [Review: Brood 17: The Grooming of Misty Dawn by SE Reynolds](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/review-brood-17-the-grooming-of-misty-dawn-by-se-reynolds/): A haunting spree of psychological horror, Brood 17: The Grooming of Misty Dawn by SE Reynolds is a visceral and graphic plunge into psychosexual trauma. Misty Dawn McCafferty is being held in a mental institution after ritually sacrificing her boyfriend, claiming that an insidious infection was to blame for her burst of brutal violence. Although
- [Seasons of Destiny by Howard Glassroth](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/seasons-of-destiny-by-howard-glassroth/): A visceral portrait of oppression and resilience across generations, Seasons of Destiny by Howard Glassroth is a stark reminder that resistance in the face of hate is the only path to freedom. After a shocking act of Cossack violence and a painful betrayal nearly destroy their inn, David and Blin, two Polish Jews, pass the
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- [Neo-Spartans: New Year's Resolution by Rory Simpson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/neo-spartans-new-years-resolution-by-rory-simpson/): The breakneck origin story of a cyber-charged vigilante, Neo-Spartans: New Year's Resolution by Rory Simpson delivers a dark and electrified vision of the future in this first book of the Neo-Spartans series. At the end of the 23rd century, Nick Adams witnesses the brutal murder of his parents at the hands of the Black Death,
- [Castaway on the Isle of Devils by Elisabeth Carson-Williams](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/castaway-on-the-isle-of-devils-by-elisabeth-carson-williams/): A historical thriller laced with Shakespearean twists, Castaway on the Isle of Devils by Elisabeth Carson-Williams is an exceptional tale of murder and madness at the unknown edge of the New World. After embarking on a life-changing journey to the Jamestowne colony, Alice and her parents find themselves storm-tossed onto a mysterious island with the
- [Brain Enhancement (BE) Mindful Therapy by Oscar J. Harp III, Ph.D., M.S.](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/04/brain-enhancement-be-mindful-therapy-by-oscar-j-harp-iii-ph-d-m-s/): Outlining techniques and extolling the virtues of mindfulness for mental wellness, Brain Enhancement (BE) Mindful Therapy: Live Life with Great Possibilities by Oscar J. Harp III, Ph.D., M.S. is an essential personal intervention for navigating our troubled times. Along with a thorough presentation of common and lesser-known psychological disorders, this guide focuses on ways to
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- [Review: Uglier by Kelly Vincent](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/review-uglier-by-kelly-vincent/): In Uglier, Kelly Vincent captures the poignant journey of Nic Summers, a 16-year-old artist who dares to navigate the tumultuous waters of identity and acceptance in a new environment. As the second installment in Vincent's powerful YA series, the novel not only continues the narrative of growth and self-discovery, but also deepens the exploration of
- [Review: The Marriage Seed by Lionel Moses](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/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
- [The Wrecking Squad by Nick Snape](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/the-wrecking-squad-by-nick-snape/): A roughneck crew of battle-tested grease monkeys is drawn into a conspiracy way above their pay grade in The Wrecking Squad by Nick Snape, an explosive first installment of the Wrecking Squad series. Receiving a distress call from a damaged mining ship sounds like a potential payday for the nearly desperate crew of the Sunstar,
- [The Divine Adventure by Zelise](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/the-divine-adventure-by-zelise/): A contemporary conversation about ancient mysteries and the sacred potential of our digital future, The Divine Adventure: Why We Exist - A Unique Conversation by Zelise is a spiritual thesis like no other. Crafted from carefully guided discussions held between Zelise and two AI assistants, this text seeks to logically deconstruct and humbly reveal the
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- [The Fret Master by James Dobie](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/the-fret-master-by-james-dobie/): An almost-famous guitarist cuts a devilish deal that lands him at the center of a supernatural standoff in The Fret Master by James Dobie, an intense fourth chapter in the Wallowa Lake Thrillers series. Nearing rock bottom as a burnt-out musician, Mason Rivers is desperate enough to sell his actual soul for the perfect hands
- [Darina by Magda Nasadowska](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/darina-by-magda-nasadowska/): Turning traditional fairy tales on their patriarchal heads, Darina: A Self-Rescuing Princess by Magda Nasadowska is an essential reminder of the importance of self-reliance. Princess Darina is frequently faced with challenges to her safety, her city, and the people of her kingdom, and there always seems to be a suitor eager to solve her problem
- [Review: I, No Other by Yarrow Paisley](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/02/review-i-no-other-by-yarrow-paisley/): A disturbing but entrancing collection of stories, I, No Other by Yarrow Paisley is a post-modern plunge into the psychological fringes of human nature. The narrative voices in this collection represent a shocking breadth of humanity, and the dark extremes of the psyche - a compendium of obtrusive thoughts made flesh, of dark fantasies and
- [Review: Magda Revealed by Ursula Werner](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/review-magda-revealed-by-ursula-werner/): Setting the record straight on the life and legacy of Jesus Christ through the words of his truest companion, Magda Revealed by Ursula Werner is a revelatory work of fiction. After two thousand years of watching Christianity morph into a carnival mirror version of itself, Yeshua tasks his most faithful follower with revealing the truth to the
- [Replays by Gary Hawthorn](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/replays-by-gary-hawthorn/): A rollicking ride through New Jersey nostalgia, Replays by Gary Hawthorn is a wise and wise-cracking collection of short stories about growing up in the good old days and coming home in your golden years. Upon returning to his hometown of Cape May, New Jersey, “Hawth” reconnects with his old friend DP Ski and eagerly
- [Review: The Third Act by Kathleen Brehony](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/01/review-the-third-act-by-kathleen-brehony/): A smart and touching tale of taking second chances and finding your people, The Third Act by Kathleen Brehony explores the rich possibilities of great love during a painful season of loss. Shannon O’Connell is an accomplished and gracefully aging author, but a string of personal heartbreaks has left her in serious need of support.
- [Gallant Guard-dach by Alice Kanaka](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/gallant-guard-dach-by-alice-kanaka/): A quaint and charming mystery pulled from Alice Kanaka's inimitable creativity and love of dogs, Gallant Guard-dach: Cozy Mysteries with a Dash of Dachshund is a breezy and original whodunit. Lizzy Hornwhistle is trying to avoid her newfound fame as an author by lying low in snowed-in South Dakota, but she is quickly drawn into
- [Review: Hodie Mihi, Cras Tibi by Nasser Khadjenoori](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/review-hodie-mihi-cras-tibi-by-nasser-khadjenoori/): A haunting visual journey through buried stories around the world, Hodie Mihi, Cras Tibi by Nasser Khadjenoori is a reverent and revealing book about the unbreakable bond between life and death. Taking readers on a poetic and photographic travelogue through final resting places from El Paso and Salem to Budapest and Buenos Aires, the creation
- [Review: Dissonance Volume IV: Relentless by Aaron Ryan](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/12/review-dissonance-volume-iv-relentless-by-aaron-ryan/): The sixth installment of Aaron Ryan's epic survival saga, Dissonance Volume IV: Relentless brings readers into a new wave of global conflict against a voracious alien enemy. After nearly 20 years of struggle against the extraterrestrial Gorgons, humanity has finally reclaimed its home, scouring the planet to eradicate every last paralyzing invader and beginning the
- [The Good Doctora by Todd Merer](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/the-good-doctora-by-todd-merer/): A globe-spanning legal thriller that crackles with attitude and authenticity, The Good Doctora by Todd Merer is a fast-paced, character-driven drama about surviving a criminal enterprise in style. Electra Esq. is a savvy suit who has earned her spot as a top-shelf lawyer for cartel bosses, but proximity to deadly men like Martin Montez means
- [An Author's Guide to Handling Sensitive Content With Care](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/an-authors-guide-to-handling-sensitive-content-with-care/): Writing deep and emotionally charged books means creating text that might trigger anxiety or other fears in readers. Whether you write steamy love scenes or cover topics not for the faint of heart, adding content warnings can avoid misunderstandings and protect those who are too young for some content or might experience PTSD due to
- [Before the Coming Dawn by Steve L. Ririe](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/before-the-coming-dawn-by-steve-l-ririe/): An elegant historical drama steeped in magic, mistrust, and unlikely alliances, Before the Coming Dawn by Steve L. Ririe is a mesmerizing second chapter of his As the Starlings Fly saga. After performing what some consider a miracle, the manipulative mayor of New Harmony is more popular than ever, but the sinister force whispering inside
- [A Dark Culling by Jonathan Staten](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/a-dark-culling-by-jonathan-staten/): An imprisoned mercenary takes on a slate-cleaning mission that lands him at the center of a galactic conspiracy in A Dark Culling by Jonathan Staten, a gripping mash-up of crime thriller and science fiction. Rick Dawson has been slowly shaving years off his murder sentence by handling hits and unsavory tasks for the Warden of
- [An Unlikely Sunset by Joe Giampaolo](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/an-unlikely-sunset-by-joe-giampaolo/): Striving to capture the fleeting beauty of an instant, An Unlikely Sunset by Joe Giampaolo is a powerful collection of traditional Japanese poetry. The poet's serene and unhurried poetic voice draws readers into the simple majesty of our vivid world, summoning lyrical metaphors that vividly convey the complexity and depth of our inner lives, loves,
- [Point of the Triangle by Roseanne Burke](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/point-of-the-triangle-by-roseanne-burke/): A sweet yet scandalous thriller about lies, lust, and the lengths we go for love, Point of the Triangle by Roseanne Burke is both a tantalizing mystery and a bold portrait of modern romance. Olivia Bloomfield’s career, marriage, and hopes for a family have hit a wall, so after discovering that her arrogant surgeon of
- [12 Steps to Eliminate Debt and Build Wealth by Jay Rigler](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/12-steps-to-eliminate-debt-and-build-wealth-by-jay-rigler/): A practical and easy-to-follow guide for financial independence and future planning, 12 Steps to Eliminate Debt and Build Wealth: A Step-By-Step Guide to Become Financially Independent by Jay Rigler is a straightforward handbook for anyone struggling to make ends meet and prepare for the future. Drawing from his own experience with overspending and slipping into
- [Two Souls by Maksim Haretski, Translated by Olya Ianovskaia](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/two-souls-by-maksim-haretski-translated-by-olya-ianovskaia/): A haunting exploration of class dynamics and the internal struggles of poverty, grief, family, and courtship, Two Souls by Maksim Haretski, translated by Olya Ianovskaia, is a powerful portrait of Belarus and its existential upheaval more than a century ago. As much a philosophical treatise as a stark interpersonal drama, Haretski’s words still ring with
- [Review: Diane: True Survivor by Ward V.B. Lassoe](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/12/review-diane-true-survivor-by-ward-v-b-lassoe/): A visceral and intensely personal memoir about trauma, resilience, forgiveness, and grace, Diane: True Survivor as told to Ward V.B. Lassoe is a portrait of heartbreaking fortitude. Drawing readers through the tangled movements of Diane's repeatedly fractured life, this is a vivid account of one woman's determination to transcend the past, even with all the
- [Review: The Discovery of Magic by L. J. Evias](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/12/review-the-discovery-of-magic-by-l-j-evias/): An archery champion and her unlikely fellowship are transported to a mystical realm in dire need of saving in The Discovery of Magic by L. J. Evias, the creative first novel in the Intrigue of Magic series. Facing the prospect of moving away and leaving behind all she loves, Alice Harper is determined to win
- [Desiderata by M.P. Desmarais](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/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
- [Deadly Dilemma by Anthony Gurley](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/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,
- [Review: Emotional Intelligence by Anna K. Sergio](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/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
- [Practical Beginners Raised Bed & Container Gardening, Homesteading Essentials, & Beekeeping by Luke Ramsey](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/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
- [Crossing Borders and Generations by Kiril Kristoff](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/03/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,
- [Lyric Unbound by Tahlia Vale](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/02/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
- [Review: Quick and Simple Chair Yoga for Seniors Over 60 by Audrey Fitzgerald](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/02/review-quick-and-simple-chair-yoga-for-seniors-over-60-by-audrey-fitzgerald/): A thorough and confidence-boosting guide for older readers seeking a workout program that fits their needs and limitations, Quick and Simple Chair Yoga for Seniors Over 60: The Fully Illustrated Guide to Seated Poses and Cardio Exercises for Weight Loss and Mobility to Maintain Your Independence in Under 10 Minutes a Day! by Audrey Fitzgerald
- [Under a Waning Moon by Steven L Ririe](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/02/under-a-waning-moon-by-steven-l-ririe/): A masterfully conceived work of sorcery, secrets, and small-town survival, Under a Waning Moon by Steven L Ririe is an original supernatural fantasy exploring the darkest corners of American tradition. Infamously overshadowed by her father’s disappearance and her mother’s untimely death, Emily Hampshire wants nothing more than a normal life, but her eager pursuit of
- [Parenting - Controlled Chaos by Floriana Luz](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/02/parenting-controlled-chaos-by-floriana-luz/): A tongue-in-cheek outlet for thoughts, reflections, memories, and confessions, Parenting - Controlled Chaos: A Hilarious Prompted Journal for Parents and Chaos Coordinators Everywhere! by Floriana Luz is a clever journal of prompts to help stabilize parental sanity. Nudging mom and dad to recollect and document the hilarious, heartwarming, and once-in-a-lifetime moments of raising a child,
- [Your Home Remedy for Acid Reflux Disease by Dr. Howard Christian](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/02/your-home-remedy-for-acid-reflux-disease-by-dr-howard-christian/): An eye-opening and invaluable guide to self-healing from author and well-being navigator Dr. Howard Christian, Your Home Remedy for Acid Reflux Disease: Live, Eat and Heal Abundantly is a revelatory read on an increasingly common affliction. Pivoting away from a lifetime of symptom management and pharmaceutical dependence in exchange for a holistic approach that considers
- [All Money Ain't Good Money by Tracey Lampley](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/02/all-money-aint-good-money-by-tracey-lampley/): The dramatic debut in the Jinx Curry Mystery series, All Money Ain't Good Money by Tracey Lampley is a high-risk clash of secrets, values, and vengeance. A gritty Hotlanta hunt for a Congressman’s missing daughter is precisely what private eye Jinx Curry needs to solve her mounting financial woes. However, suspicious relatives, sketchy rappers, powerful
- [How Does Shipping and Distribution Work for a Self-Published Book?](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/02/how-does-shipping-and-distribution-work-for-a-self-published-book/): Independent publishing takes focused work. The author — and any team members they hire — is responsible for writing, editing, proofreading, formatting, and designing the book. When all of that work is finalized, you must determine how to get the finished product into the hands of readers. What Are the Steps to Shipping and Distributing
- [Review: First Elite by Emmanuel M Arriaga](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/02/review-first-elite-by-emmanuel-m-arriaga/): A vengeance-fueled revelation that will shake the Huzien Empire and its exalted heroes to the core, First Elite by Emmanuel M Arriaga is a stellar third and final installment of the Foundra series. As Neven Kenk wrestles with the gut-wrenching loss of his wife and unborn child, their murderer continues to ravage the Twin Galaxies
- [Review: The Remembering by Charles Paul Collins](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/12/review-the-remembering-by-charles-paul-collins/): A richly imagined family legacy set against the backdrop of a perpetually changing world, The Remembering: Of Leather and Stone by Charles Paul Collins blends fact and fiction into a compelling American saga. Remarkable in scope, emotion, and timeliness, this fact-based novel depicts the shifting tides of American society as it moved through the horrors
- [Ava and Maya the Fairy Dragon by Medha Bhaskar](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/02/ava-and-maya-the-fairy-dragon-by-medha-bhaskar/): A charming children’s book about overcoming hard moments, making new friends, and learning to trust yourself, Ava and Maya the Fairy Dragon by Medha Bhaskar is a fantastic parable of self-discovery. When young Ava goes for a wander in the forest, her curiosity and the beauty of nature lead to her getting lost. Fortunately, she
- [Review: Brandy, Dame of the Caribbean by Dan E. Hendrickson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/02/review-brandy-dame-of-the-caribbean-by-dan-e-hendrickson/): A high-seas drama packed with pirate power struggles and bloody betrayals, Brandy, Dame of the Caribbean by Dan E. Hendrickson is the second swashbuckling chapter of his Pirate Princess Saga. Brandy and Captain John Edwards have carved out their piece of the azure Caribbean in recent years, battling the slave trade aboard The Morning Star
- [Qozy Queerotica by Rori Thornton](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/02/qozy-queerotica-by-rori-thornton/): A witty fling into some fantastically bizarre bedrooms, Qozy Queerotica by Rori Thornton is a boundary-pushing tour de force with a touch of snark and whimsy. Tapping into the contemporary fascination with classic monsters as misunderstood lovers, and exploring the diverse spectrums of gender and romance, this collection of stories is a playful, eye-opening, and
- [Stumbling Towards the Buddha by Dawn Downey](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/02/stumbling-towards-the-buddha-by-dawn-downey/): Raw, honest, and enlightening, Stumbling Towards the Buddha: Stories about Tripping over My Principles by Dawn Downey is an emotionally charged memoir that transmutes childhood trauma and loss into teachable moments and enduring self-acceptance. From bullying, abuse, and the loss of innocence to intrusive thoughts, bodily autonomy, and the questionable paths of faith, Downey's journey
- [Downfall by Frank C. Senia](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/02/downfall-by-frank-c-senia/): An emotional rollercoaster of guilt, greed, and desperation, Downfall by Frank C. Senia offers a chilling peek into the consequences of lost innocence. Stumbling through life in a haze of hangovers and unresolved childhood trauma, Everett is on a downward spiral, but his unlimited company access as head of the IT department presents an unexpected
- [Prometheus for Breakfast by Jack Tilde](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/02/prometheus-for-breakfast-by-jack-tilde/): An authentically funny afterlife parody with existential implications, Prometheus for Breakfast by Jack Tilde is a thoroughly inventive everyman adventure about discovering the meaning of life and the potential advancement opportunities in death. When the unremarkably average Richard is thrown off his mortal coil, he not only has to reckon with dying, but also the
- [Solving the Anxiety Equation by Wendy Leeds](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/02/solving-the-anxiety-equation-by-wendy-leeds/): A conversational yet authoritative guide on navigating stress, strife, fear, and doubt, Solving the Anxiety Equation: The Formula to Free Yourself from Fear by Wendy Leeds is a timely companion for the increasingly worried masses. Probing into the fundamental aspects of anxiety and exemplifying these concepts with anecdotal stories and the author’s own lived experience,
- [Review: A Mage's Path by I.L. Cruz](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/12/review-a-mages-path-by-i-l-cruz/): The dramatic final installment of The Enchanted Isles series, A Mage's Path by I.L. Cruz concludes this sweeping saga of magical revelation and selfless heroism. Having left Canto behind, along with a heartbroken friend and the love of her life, Inez seeks out the mysterious Avo in the realm of Faery for guidance on remedying
- [How to Promote Your Book on Bluesky](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/02/how-to-promote-your-book-on-bluesky/): The world of book promotion has always been tied closely to the latest trends in social media. In 2025, authors are grappling with major changes in the digital landscape, forcing them to rethink how they connect with readers, and how to convince those readers that their words are worth reading, their labors of love worth
- [Defiant Dominion by Athene Z. Adam](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/02/defiant-dominion-by-athene-z-adam/): A spectacular third act to the Reign of the North Forest saga, Defiant Dominion by Athene Z. Adam is an off-world allegory in a far-flung future. The crash landing of a starship and two aliens from Earth has sent a shockwave through the childlike population of Eiyesia. Rather than arriving as a harbinger of a
- [A Collection of Terrible Things Done by Terrible People by KillJoy](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/02/a-collection-of-terrible-things-done-by-terrible-people-by-killjoy/): A subversive spiral of lurid storytelling, A Collection of Terrible Things Done by Terrible People by the aptly named KillJoy is a grim tour through the ethically parched landscape of our generation. From casual killers and unapologetic adulterers to sadistic mass murderers and violent revolution-mongers, these pages are riddled with entangled stories of carnage and
- [Somatic Exercises For Nervous System Regulation by Julian Apple](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/01/somatic-exercises-for-nervous-system-regulation-by-julian-apple/): Unraveling the mystery of the mind-body connection and outlining practices to achieve a healthy life balance, Somatic Exercises for Nervous System Regulation: Simple Illustrated Techniques with Expert Led Video Course to Release Trauma, Reduce Tension, And Alleviate Anxiety and Stress by Julian Apple is an eye-opening holistic guide. Laying a foundation of understanding for both
- [Review: Divine in Essence by Yarrow Paisley](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/review-divine-in-essence-by-yarrow-paisley/): An irreverent and boundary-pushing collection of short stories, Divine in Essence by Yarrow Paisley is a burst of radical creativity with a heavy dose of darkness. Playing artfully on the edge of perverse and profound, these tales descend into the casually macabre and disturbingly real, teetering between horror fiction and supernatural sci-fi. Each page brims
- [Rampart by Truscott Jones](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/01/rampart-by-truscott-jones/): An explosive political thriller that echoes today's front pages, Rampart by Truscott Jones is a riveting dive into the murky truth and deadly morass of Washington. When an ex-Secret Service agent commits the ultimate betrayal, the power shakeup at the heart of American empire is felt around the world. What follows is one of the
- [Blame For a Quiet Death by Morgan James](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/01/blame-for-a-quiet-death-by-morgan-james/): An Appalachian murder mystery and a vulnerable tale of raw resilience, Blame For a Quiet Death by Morgan James is a captivating mystery with a deep emotional core. Still haunted by grief over the death of her spouse, Promise McNeal is pulled back into the gritty sleuthing game when her supportive but crotchety neighbor becomes
- [At the Risk of Recovery by Finn Adair Morgan](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/01/at-the-risk-of-recovery-by-finn-adair-morgan/): A mind-bending thriller in an eerily familiar future, At the Risk of Recovery by Finn Adair Morgan is a raw vision of psychological distortion, pharmaceutical dependence, and the twisted roots of evil. Aran Moreau wakes up in the 24th century in a drug-shattered fog, completely lacking memories for the past few days, but his condition
- [Dark Lyfe by Matthew Pine](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/01/dark-lyfe-by-matthew-pine/): An addictive overload of sci-fi tech and visceral action, Dark Lyfe by Matthew Pine is a thrillingly immersive tale of a biotech-charged future. When cutting-edge nanotechnology is twisted into a covert weapon and hidden within a cyber-enhanced human host, bounty hunter Chess Ledger's skills will be put to the test for a massive payday. However,
- [The Mirror Drifters by D.D. Snows](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/01/the-mirror-drifters-by-d-d-snows/): An enchanting middle grade adventure about facing your fears and holding your family close, The Mirror Drifters: The Other Magic by D.D. Snows is a witty plunge into a parallel world of witchcraft and mystery. Three curious siblings discover their family's magical birthright, but their rare powers attract dangerous enemies who wish to recruit the
- [Flew Too High by Louie Mandrapilias](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/01/flew-too-high-by-louie-mandrapilias/): A coming-of-age journey into the heart of psychedelia and reality's bitter truth, Flew Too High: A gay drug smuggler's transcendent odyssey in the heyday of Studio 54 by Louie Mandrapilias is a thrilling memoir that summons a gilded and infamous past. Louie is a closeted young Texan getting his first taste of New York City
- [Magda Revealed by Ursula Werner](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/01/magda-revealed-by-ursula-werner-2/): Setting the record straight on the life and legacy of Jesus Christ through the words of his truest companion, Magda Revealed by Ursula Werner is a revelatory work of fiction, which humanizes the Son of God in a way few writers have achieved. Elevating the idea of radical equality as the cornerstone of Christianity, this
- [Compliments of Pet Milk by Steven J. Long](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/01/compliments-of-pet-milk-by-steven-j-long/): Turning a revelatory lens on the contexts, choices, and seminal moments that defined his life, and an entire generation, Compliments of Pet Milk: A Boomer's Odyssey Across the Millennium Divide by Steven J. Long is a thoughtful reflection on modern American history and our nation's cultural future. An intimately penned memoir from a proud and
- [Witch Hunt (Shadow World Book 2) by Tim McRae](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/01/witch-hunt-shadow-world-book-2-by-tim-mcrae/): An intrepid hero must once again face her ageless enemy in Witch Hunt by Tim McRae, a dark and enchanting second installment in the Shadow World series. Niri, Gryff, and Sara continue their deadly journey as both hunters and hunted, seeking a way to defeat The Witch, while also staying out of her vicious clutches.
- [Cycling 70 Years by Gordon Neale](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/01/cycling-70-years-by-gordon-neale/): Spinning through the years of a remarkable life on the move, Cycling 70 Years: Once World Champion by Gordon Neale is an inspiring and original memoir from a humble champion of the sport. Recounting his eclectic and adventurous decades as a long-distance cyclist, from amateur competitions in France, Spain, and England to securing a World
- [Temporal Echoes by Ivan A Salazar M](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/01/temporal-echoes-by-ivan-a-salazar-m/): Lyrical, reflective, and rich with visceral verse, Temporal Echoes/Ecos En El Tiempo by Ivan A Salazar M is a bilingual plunge into the depths of emotive poetry. Focusing on the natural world, family, indigenous culture, and the philosophy of life as well as betrayal, heartbreak, mortality, and societal tragedy, these poems explore the full spectrum
- [Them by Andrew J. Gregor](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/01/them-by-andrew-j-gregor/): A painfully relevant novel about poisonous patriotism, Them by Andrew J. Gregor is a striking statement about youth, indoctrination, and the ideological evolution of America. Jonah is a Midwest teen with a racist mechanic for a father, while Leila is a Muslim immigrant with a scarred family history and too much experience dealing with prejudice.
- [Mr Forward and Other Tails of Loss by Eric Herkert](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2025/01/mr-forward-and-other-tails-of-loss-by-eric-herkert/): An inventive and sometimes disturbing collection of stories, Mr Forward & Other Tails of Loss by Eric Herkert is a surreal plunge into the bizarre connections of ordinary lives. An innocent family’s cursed day of the week, disappearing doctor’s offices, a devilish puppeteer of mischief and murder, and the secret schemes of cats - homicidal,
- [Forecast by Aaron Ryan](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/12/forecast-by-aaron-ryan/): A supernatural historical thriller that challenges the ideas of destiny and free will, Forecast by Aaron Ryan is an intriguing work of alternate history about one of the darkest days in modern America. When Roland Bishop begins seeing flashes of the future after a freak accident, this New Jersey weatherman is pulled into a life
- [Professor Nincompoop by Jimmy Vee, Illustrated by Ben Askew](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/12/professor-nincompoop-by-jimmy-vee-illustrated-by-ben-askew/): A children’s book that encourages young readers to think critically, Professor Nincompoop by Jimmy Vee is a wildly entertaining read with a poignant yet subtle message. Professor Nincompoop is a scientist whose dream is to be included in the Professors Hall of Fame. Talking to two young acquaintances who love to learn new things, the
- [To Right a Wrong by Yuwa Hedrick-Wong](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/12/to-right-a-wrong-by-yuwa-hedrick-wong/): An ominous thriller in the mysterious wilds of British Columbia, To Right a Wrong by Yuwa Hedrick-Wong is a multilayered whodunit with compelling investigators and an enticing number of twists. When the death of her ambitious friend Kim is classified as a suicide, Shaunna Duncan delves into solving what she rightfully believes was a murder.
- [Our Serum Run Story by Marla B. Brodsky, Illustrated by Lara Renner & Tabetha Kopta](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/12/our-serum-run-story-by-marla-b-brodsky-illustrated-by-lara-renner-tabetha-kopta/): An inspiring children's story of big dreams, big dogs, and amazing resilience, Our Serum Run Story: By the T's, U's, V's & Me! by Marla B. Brodsky tells a thrilling tale of the author’s journey to an epic race in Alaska with her sled team of Huskies. Told from the perspective of her dauntless dogs,
- [Master Emotional Healing by Paulina Siwiera](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/12/master-emotional-healing-by-paulina-siwiera/): A self-therapy guide for anyone seeking relief from emotional pain and unaddressed trauma, Master Emotional Healing: 8-Week Guided Mindfulness Journal to Change Behaviour Patterns and Negative Emotions for Beginners by Paulina Siwiera is an invaluable work of self-help for increasing self-awareness, reducing stress, and strengthening emotional regulation. Exploring the long-term impact of negative emotions and
- [Review: A Life Full of Quarks by C.W. Johnson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/review-a-life-full-of-quarks-by-c-w-johnson/): Demonstrating the beauty and awe of growing up within the kaleidoscope of science, A Life Full of Quarks by C.W. Johnson is a mind-expanding novel following the life and misadventures of John Chant, a perennial explorer of the unknown. Given his parents' legacy as scientific minds at the top of their fields, it comes as
- [Yesteryear's Wish by Zixiao Yu](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/12/yesteryears-wish-by-zixiao-yu/): A years-long tale of connection, loss, and the emotional minefields of youth, Yesteryear's Wish by Zixiao Yu is a striking portrait of unfulfilled love and the uncertainties of life. When the narrator's stable home is disrupted by the arrival of his cousin, Yunyun, their childish clashes soon shift to an inseparable bond, but age and
- [Into the Mist by Sharon Mikeworth](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/12/into-the-mist-by-sharon-mikeworth/): A thrilling and mysterious tale of second chances, Into the Mist by Sharon Mikeworth is a genre-bending dive into time-traveling romance and the thin veil between dreams and waking. Recently jilted Cheyenne finds herself homeless, jobless, single, and squatting in an abandoned Victorian mansion while she attempts to get her life back on track. Enthralled
- [Review: Spirit Quest by Tim McRae](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/review-spirit-quest-by-tim-mcrae/): The first book in the Shadow World universe, Spirit Quest by Tim McRae is a dramatic, romantic, and adventurous introduction to a gripping new fantasy series. Suspended in a timeless and legendary past, the prodigious fighter and magician Niri must confront once again the terrible dark magic of the Witch. Niri is sworn to protect
- [An Interview with Shireen Anne Jeejeebhoy: Author of The Soul's Awakening](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/12/an-interview-with-shireen-anne-jeejeebhoy-author-of-the-souls-awakening/): Shireen Anne Jeejeebhoy is a Toronto-based author, blogger, and photographer who holds a B.Sc. in psychology from the University of Toronto. After sustaining a brain injury, Jeejeebhoy has found that her writing keeps her grounded, her photography lifts her into realms of color and light, and posting on Bluesky creates a social web to support
- [Vinoda's Vengeance by Naveen Sridhar](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/12/vinodas-vengeance-by-naveen-sridhar/): A historical drama set two millennia in the past, Vinoda's Vengeance by Naveen Sridhar is a captivating Indo-Greek novel led by a fearless and unpredictable protagonist. When a humble but clever actress named Vinoda catches the interest of the kingdom's royal family and the eye of the crown prince, her life is soon consumed by
- [Review: The Maredian by Susan B. Iris](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/review-the-maredian-by-susan-b-iris/): A futuristic sci-fi thriller with a wildly unique hook, The Maredian by Susan B. Iris delivers a riveting dive into human identity and the powerful threads that connect all life in the universe. When Gracie Pinto goes out for a last-minute 80s-themed birthday celebration, little does she know that reality on Earth is about to
- [A Lotus to Love by Shelley Kassian](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/12/a-lotus-to-love-by-shelley-kassian/): A sumptuous international romance that tantalizes both the senses and the heartstrings, A Lotus to Love: Perfume, Passion and Discovery in Egypt by Shelley Kassian is an adventurous second-chance love story with a distinctly romantic backdrop. A savant of high-end scents, Portia is sent to Egypt to research a new perfume inspired by Cleopatra's legendary
- [Review: A Life's Journey by Robert Furmaga](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/review-a-lifes-journey-by-robert-furmaga/): Paging through the chapters of his own adventurous existence, Robert Furmaga delivers a thoughtful and nostalgia-heavy memoir in A Life's Journey: Choice and Circumstance. Revealing the seminal moments and unforgettable events that shaped him, this is a compelling anthology of essays and treasured memories, combined neatly with professional achievements and personal accolades. From even the
- [Review: The Monarchs by Mark Sabbas](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/review-the-monarchs-by-mark-sabbas/): Stunning in its messaging and epic in scale, The Monarchs by Mark Sabbas is a remarkable work of visionary science fiction. A powerful young child with uncontrolled psychic abilities, Samuel Helen is unlike the other cognitively evolved children in the military research facility he begrudgingly calls home. Some people view these gifted "new youth," born
- [Tokyo Tempos by Michael Pronko](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/12/tokyo-tempos-by-michael-pronko/): An outpouring of well-penned admiration for the enigmatic architecture, music, philosophy, and denizens of Japan's capital, Tokyo Tempos by Michael Pronko is an artful love letter to an inimitable city. His obvious reverence for Japan is clear, and he writes with a blend of humility and pride that only comes from deeply loving your chosen
- [Review: Conspiracy By Means of Natural Selection by Sherman P. Bastarache](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/review-conspiracy-by-means-of-natural-selection-by-sherman-p-bastarache/): A poignant dissection of cognitive and cultural history and their dynamic relationship to fact and fiction, Conspiracy By Means of Natural Selection by Sherman P. Bastarache is an eye-opening contemporary thesis. To achieve its stated purpose of interrogating how natural selection can create conspiring minds that, in turn, create conspiracy theories, this book delves deeply
- [One Woman's Guide to Life by Estelle Taylor](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/one-womans-guide-to-life-by-estelle-taylor/): A holistic collection of advice on cultivating a nourishing existence, One Woman's Guide to Life: How to Live a Kinder, Easier and More Authentic Life by Estelle Taylor is a detailed, entertaining, and authoritative dive into self-improvement. From efficient home storage techniques and proven remedies for relaxation to astute counsel on communication, relationship check-ins, and
- [An Interview with Dave Tabler: Author of Delaware from Freeways to E-ways](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/an-interview-with-dave-tabler-author-of-delaware-from-freeways-to-e-ways/): Ten-year-old Dave Tabler decided he was going to read the "R" volume from the family’s World Book Encyclopedia set over summer vacation. He never made it from beginning to end. He did, however, become interested in Norman Rockwell, rare-earth elements, and Run for the Roses. Tabler’s father encouraged him to try his hand at taking
- [Review: Delaware from Freeways to E-ways by Dave Tabler](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/review-delaware-from-freeways-to-e-ways-by-dave-tabler/): A wide-ranging and captivating review of the twentieth century in America’s first state, Delaware from Freeways to E-ways: First State, Solid-State by Dave Tabler is an accessible and entertaining piece of coffee table history, and the informative third book in the Delaware History Overview series. For a citizen of Delaware or any lover of US
- [The Viking, the Ditch, and the Bathrobe by Alan Frost](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/the-viking-the-ditch-and-the-bathrobe-by-alan-frost/): A history-packed plunge into the wild realm of raiders, longships, and heroic courage, The Viking, the Ditch, and the Bathrobe by Alan Frost is a riveting new adventure novel for young readers. In this third book of the Shawn from the Shed series, Johnny, Ella, and their quirky neighbor travel back in time more than
- [The Cleopatra Aspect Series Box Set by AJ Channing](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/the-cleopatra-aspect-series-box-set-by-aj-channing/): A steamy trilogy of love triangles and dangerous ambitions, The Cleopatra Aspect Series Box Set by AJ Channing is a thrilling collection for fans of bad-boy romance. Freshly graduated Tia Sanchez embarks on a luxurious vacation to Dubai with her friend Julia, but their experiences abroad couldn't be more different, as they both learn about
- [Healthy, Rich, and Happy by Jacopo Iasiello](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/healthy-rich-and-happy-by-jacopo-iasiello/): With a focus on buying and selling real estate as a method for holistic stability and wealth, Healthy, Rich, and Happy by Jacopo Iasiello is a thorough guide to pragmatic self-improvement. Drawing on the energy and inspiration of his mentor, Tony Robbins, the author walks readers through his 4-step M.P.B.E. methodology, focusing on morning meditation,
- [I Played My Best For Him! by Olapeju Simoyan](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/i-played-my-best-for-him-by-olapeju-simoyan/): An enchanting peek into the music that enlivens every Christmas season, I Played My Best For Him!: The Inspiring Stories Behind the Little Drummer Boy and Other Christmas Favorites by Olapeju Simoyan is a treat for music, holiday, and history lovers alike. From the mystery of who combined the lyrics and music for “Greensleeves” to
- [Review: Quiet Love (& Growing It) by Matthew Hess](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/review-quiet-love-growing-it-by-matthew-hess/): A guide for people who want to understand the intricacies of love and wish to better navigate their current relationship – or search for one – Quiet Love (& Growing It): 14 Rules to Find, Build, and Keep the Best Relationship of Your Life by Matthew Hess offers insightful, well-organized, and down-to-earth tips for keeping
- [An Interview with Jennifer Jensen: Author of Developing Authentic Leaders](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/an-interview-with-jennifer-jensen-author-of-developing-authentic-leaders/): Jennifer Jensen is an authentic leader with over 25 years of progressive experience in the corporate world. Throughout her career, she has collaborated with numerous leaders, identifying common skills gaps and recognizing the critical need for their development. Driven by a profound observation of the scarcity of truly exceptional leaders compared to the abundance of
- [The Little Garage Girl's Puzzle by Katherine Memoli](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/the-little-garage-girls-puzzle-by-katherine-memoli/): A harrowing yet hopeful story of love after endless heartbreak, The Little Garage Girl's Puzzle by Katherine Memoli follows the troubled path of Rina, a woman determined to transcend a lifetime of betrayal. Following the passing of her wickedly cruel mother, Rina re-enters a changed world, and must juggle the weight of emotional baggage and
- [Review: Mr. Average and the 12th Stone by Ben Run](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/review-mr-average-and-the-12th-stone-by-ben-run/): A microcosmic drama with existential implications, Mr. Average and the 12th Stone: Watch Your Mandibles by Ben Run is a mind-bending work of experimental fantasy, told from a thoroughly unique perspective. Ave may be the best optimizer in the Ant Nest ant colony, but even his eternal loyalty and devotion to Hari isn’t enough to
- [Women of Wolfram Camp by Jenny Kroonstuiver](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/women-of-wolfram-camp-by-jenny-kroonstuiver/): A wartime drama featuring a stunning quintet of protagonists, Women of Wolfram Camp by Jenny Kroonstuiver is a remarkable tale of fortitude and community solidarity in wartime. Freshly widowed Felicity, seeking stability in a world suddenly turned upside down, answers a wanted ad for a waitress at Wolfram Camp, a mining camp on the northeast
- [An Interview with Renee Louise: Author of Hope](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/an-interview-with-renee-louise-author-of-hope/): Renee Louise is a mother, writer, homemaker, and creative. She loves dancing, gardening, and baking sweet treats. She homeschools her children and can always be found with a fantasy novel in her hands or walking amongst the trees. Tell us about your book. Hope is a powerful memoir that captures the true depth of what
- [An Interview with Katerina Thomas PhD: Author of Generation AI](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/an-interview-with-katerina-thomas-phd-author-of-generation-ai/): Katerina Thomas is a pioneer in educational innovation, with over two decades of experience in teaching technology and entrepreneurship. Katerina’s unique approach has captivated classrooms and driven remarkable results in fostering creativity, critical thinking, and entrepreneurial skills. Certified in a powerful LEGO® based methodology, Katerina has a proven track record of turning playful learning into
- [Review: Generation AI by Katerina Thomas PhD](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2021/06/review-generation-ai-by-katerina-thomas-phd/): Delivery a hard dose of reality, and a realistic path forward, author Katerina Thomas neatly outlines the monumental changes coming to our world in the form of artificial intelligence - and how it will affect all of life as we know it - in Generation AI: The Rise of the Resilient Entrepreneur. Many may be
- [Review: Cutting-Edge Ideas by Laura Fienor](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/review-cutting-edge-ideas-by-laura-fienor/): A bold and visionary proposal for a better world, Cutting-Edge Ideas: Empowering Agents of Positive World Change by Laura Fienor is a wide-ranging treatise on what's wrong with modern society and what we as individuals can do about it. Revolutionary change is intimidating for many reasons, but Fienor defiantly and articulately argues that we are
- [Inner Wealth by Ivo Ngassa](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/inner-wealth-by-ivo-ngassa/): A concise and thought-provoking guide to personal improvement through spirituality and self-motivation, Inner Wealth: Success is Closer Than You Think by Ivo Ngassa reminds readers that everything they need for a successful life is already within their grasp. Drawing from critical aspects of science, religion, philosophy, language, and human cognition, Ngassa's tome offers new perspectives
- [The Clock in My Head Never Stops by Daniel Rush](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/the-clock-in-my-head-never-stops-by-daniel-rush-2/): A raw account of a teenage boy battling the relentless weight of anxiety, The Clock in My Head Never Stops by Daniel Rush is a relatable and detailed portrait of silent struggle. Readers follow Billy's steps through a typical day of high school, where his unwanted and obsessive focus on time, expectations, potential disappointments, failures,
- [The Clock in My Head Never Stops by Daniel Rush](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/the-clock-in-my-head-never-stops-by-daniel-rush/): A raw account of a teenage boy battling the relentless weight of anxiety, The Clock in My Head Never Stops by Daniel Rush is a relatable and detailed portrait of silent struggle. Readers follow Billy's steps through a typical day of high school, where he overthinks every step of the way, from nerve-wracking moments of
- [Review: A Hush at Midnight by Marlene M. Bell](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/review-a-hush-at-midnight-by-marlene-m-bell/): A small-town Texas mystery with a dizzying array of twists, A Hush at Midnight by Marlene M. Bell is a cleverly crafted thriller that will keep you guessing. Returning home to East Texas to be near her parents and leaving her job as a celebrity chef behind, Laura Harris is struggling to find her new
- [An Advent for Religious Liberty by Ray Keating](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/an-advent-for-religious-liberty-by-ray-keating/): A radical surge of secularism in New York City threatens a critical foundation of American freedoms in An Advent for Religious Liberty by Ray Keating. Fresh off his landslide victory, the liberal mayor of NYC takes aim at removing religion from the public square, fueling the massive political and cultural divide of the city. Channeling
- [Review: I Paid to Play the Game by Russell Rosen](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/review-i-paid-to-play-the-game-by-russell-rosen/): Tracing the unexpected journey of an aspiring baseball star, I Paid to Play the Game by Russell Rosen is a touchingly honest memoir, reflecting on growing up, following your dreams, and embracing even the hardest truths. As a child, the author loved every facet of America's pastime, following the local teams' exploits in the newspaper
- [Review: The Black Wall Of Silence Part IV by George H. Butcher III](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/review-the-black-wall-of-silence-part-iv-by-george-h-butcher-iii/): The final chapter of a jaw-dropping exposé about the federal judiciary's past and present conduct, The Black Wall Of Silence Part IV by George H. Butcher III hammers home a final nail in the coffin of judicial impartiality. Just a few decades ago, the premise of this four-book series may have seemed like a long-form
- [Tales for Tra-La-La Day by Steve Michael Reedy, Illustrated by Tom Fee](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/11/tales-for-tra-la-la-day-by-steve-michael-reedy-illustrated-by-tom-fee/): A fanciful collection of short stories centered around an imaginative fictional holiday, Tales for Tra-La-La Day by Steve Michael Reedy is a magical anthology of festive fables. From stories about the origins of a sacred song to dire parables about overconsumption and greed, each story adds a new and intriguing facet to this tall tale
- [Review: Sir DoGoody Button and Fleabins the Great...Troublemaker by K. Frances Carson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/review-sir-dogoody-button-and-fleabins-the-great-troublemaker-by-k-frances-carson/): A delightful children’s book collecting the exhilarating adventures of two inseparable friends who wreak havoc everywhere they go, Sir DoGoody Button and Fleabins the Great...Troublemaker by K. Frances Carson is a charming work for new readers. DoGoody is a well-dressed but goofy dog, while Fleabins, always attired in the most elegant garments, is a chaotic
- [Edda Green by Peter Sarda](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/edda-green-by-peter-sarda/): Undying loyalty and a desperate desire for revenge make Edda Green by Peter Sarda a riveting dive into radical German politics and one woman’s battle to reclaim her past. A haunted veteran, a fierce lover, and a savagely effective spy, the titular character of this intense novel is a gritty warrior like few others, as
- [Review: The One Week Writing Workshop by Karin Adams](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/review-the-one-week-writing-workshop-by-karin-adams/): A DIY guide to bringing your long-imagined story to life, The One Week Writing Workshop: 7 Days to Spark, Boost or Revive Your Novel by Karin Adams is a straightforward and revelatory tool for aspiring novelists of any age or experience level. Proposing that all the necessary knowledge to overcome writer’s block and move forward
- [Dream Quest by Frank C. Senia](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/dream-quest-by-frank-c-senia/): A swashbuckling tale about the bonds of family and the true measure of wealth, Dream Quest by Frank C. Senia is a charming and imaginative escape. Michael and Tara are eager to explore the world, so when their grandfather shares the family’s treasure-filled legacy, the intrepid siblings can’t resist the call of adventure. However, word
- [The Evil in the Swamp by Elizabeth Decker-Benjamin](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/the-evil-in-the-swamp-by-elizabeth-decker-benjamin/): A chilling novella born from the backstory of a tabletop game character, The Evil in the Swamp by Elizabeth Decker-Benjamin is a quick plunge into adventure horror and fantasy folklore. A young Steam Visala named Stüm Dümplin, the child of a djinn, recounts his story of the manipulative vampires and shadowy fiends that attacked his
- [Review: Hope: A Journey of Self-Love by Renee Louise](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/review-hope-a-journey-of-self-love-by-renee-louise/): A visceral and unflinching memoir, Hope: A Journey of Self-Love by Renee Louise is an outpouring of raw honesty that holds nothing back. Reflecting on the decade-long turning point in her life from self-loathing to security, love, and self-confidence, this impactful memoir examines the pain and struggle through which so many people quietly suffer. From
- [Winter Wonderdach by Alice Kanaka](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/winter-wonderdach-by-alice-kanaka/): A smart and saucy cold-weather mystery from Alice Kanaka, Winter Wonderach is the entertaining opening installment of the new Mavis and Hornwhistle Cosy Mysteries series. A famous author trying to escape her pressurized life lands in rural South Dakota, but it isn't long before she's caught up in the dramatic dynamics of small-town life. However,
- [Alpha Beta Gamma by Malabika Ray](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/alpha-beta-gamma-by-malabika-ray/): A bookish physicist taps into her sleuthing skills in Alpha Beta Gamma by Malabika Ray, the engaging first book in The Diary of a Sloppy Sleuth series. When Sri's respected colleague mysteriously dies in his university lab, this curious and independent scientist lends her impressive brain and true-crime obsession to the hunt for justice. Half
- [Out Like a Lion by Tracy L. Thompson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/out-like-a-lion-by-tracy-l-thompson/): A gripping personal drama viewed through a cutting-edge political lens, Out Like a Lion by Tracy L. Thompson is a powerful novel for our troubled times. A deeply disillusioned historian falling through the cracks of the American system, and disgusted by the toxicity of contemporary politics, Jules Campbell is driven to the most extreme lengths
- [Review: MMMM: and the Music that Made Me by Heather Joy](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/review-mmmm-and-the-music-that-made-me-by-heather-joy/): A no-holds-barred look at the life and mind of an unconventionally wild spirit, MMMM: and the Music that Made Me by Heather Joy is an unapologetic and lyrical memoir. Boasting thirteen M-themed chapters composed of long-form personal essays, and accompanied by essential listening material, this is a blunt and charming downpour of social observation and
- [Review: The Book Binder by C.A. Cordova](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/review-the-book-binder-by-c-a-cordova/): A captivating piece of ancient historical fiction, The Book Binder by C.A. Cordova is an unpredictable plunge into deception, decadence, and the dangerous power of knowledge. In a world where women are forbidden from higher education or the wealth of literature, young Aria is a rebellious exception - a polyglot and a sponge for knowledge,
- [Review: Developing Authentic Leaders by Jennifer Jensen](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/review-developing-authentic-leaders-by-jennifer-jensen/): Providing support for aspiring leaders to be both open-minded and effective, Developing Authentic Leaders: A Practical Guide for All Leaders by Jennifer Jensen is an engaging and effective work of leadership self-help. Written in clear prose and a professional tone, this book is an easy-to-navigate guide, which is both practical and forward-thinking. Early on, the
- [Santa and the Mariachis by D.R. Capp](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/santa-and-the-mariachis-by-d-r-capp/): A festive and creative story for the holidays, Santa and the Mariachis by D.R. Capp is a whimsical caper of crystal balls, out-of-place elves, and the unifying power of music. Up in the Far North, Santa's "Music Meister" is feeling the pressure to deliver a thrilling new program for the big Christmas concert. Down in
- [A City of Ashes by Nick Snape](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/a-city-of-ashes-by-nick-snape/): The second chapter of Nick Snape's shadowy saga, A City of Ashes continues the epic clash of science, scripture, and the dark-fantasy monsters of a shattered realm. The Seven Houses are still reeling from revelations of divine deception for the past millennia, but remain desperate to retain control of their people, as the Fleshmaster and
- [Review: Pride and Perjury by Alice McVeigh](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/review-pride-and-perjury-by-alice-mcveigh/): Exploring and expanding the already rich world of Jane Austen and her unforgettable cast of characters, Pride and Perjury: Twelve Short Stories inspired by Pride and Prejudice by Alice McVeigh is a freshly imagined collection of blushing stories from the lives of the Bingleys, Darcys, Bennets and more. From sisterly scheming and lovestruck lads come
- [Cake, Lemonade and Sprinkles by Aishah Hight](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/cake-lemonade-and-sprinkles-by-aishah-hight/): A quick and charming children's book about being yourself, Cake, Lemonade and Sprinkles by Aishah Hight offers a bright burst of wisdom for young readers. It's London's birthday, and while all of her friends have come up with great ideas for costumes to wear to the party, London doesn't feel particularly inspired. Debating whether to
- [Sunscreen Shower by J.P. Rieger](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/sunscreen-shower-by-j-p-rieger/): A veteran homicide detective faces a specter from his past in Sunscreen Shower by J.P. Rieger. What looks like a clear murder-suicide lands on Kev Dixit's desk, but it feels like the echo of a coverup two decades earlier, and when the unusual relationship of these new victims comes into focus, the case proves to
- [Review: The Keepers of the Light by Trevor A. Dutcher](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/review-the-keepers-of-the-light-by-trevor-a-dutcher/): A coming-of-age adventure shining a light on the goodness and grace that makes the world go round, The Keepers of the Light by Trevor A. Dutcher is a riveting new YA read, and an entertaining first book in the Logan LeVec series. Logan LeVec is navigating all the perils of sixth-grade life, from persistent bullies
- [Review: My Butterflies by B. Evans](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/review-my-butterflies-by-b-evans/): An engrossing first novel in a new romance series, My Butterflies by B. Evans follows the slow-burn love story between Tessa and Jax, compelled like a magnet to be together, but circumstances keep them apart, while each has a past marked by grief. Tessa has been on her university campus for a whole year already,
- [Review: Toys in Babylon by Patrick Finegan](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/review-toys-in-babylon-by-patrick-finegan/): Whip-smart satire and a cutting-edge premise make Toys in Babylon: A Language App Parody and Whodunit by Patrick Finegan a tongue-in-cheek romp for savvy language lovers everywhere. The animated avatars of a popular language-learning app begin to panic when their mascot, Coki Bear, turns up missing, leaving the town of Cokville leaderless. Between filming reality
- [Fury in Her Eyes by Phillip Vega](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/fury-in-her-eyes-by-phillip-vega/): An intensely personal drama, Fury in Her Eyes by Phillip Vega is a thrilling and unpredictable portrait of connection, resentment, and romance that refuses to die. Ollie Morales is living out his high-stakes dream as a professional photojournalist when a mob of Trump supporters nearly beats him to death on January 6th, 2021, sending his
- [O’Shaughnessy Investigations Inc.: Bangtails, Grifters, and a Liar's Kiss by A.G. Russo](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/oshaughnessy-investigations-inc-bangtails-grifters-and-a-liars-kiss-by-a-g-russo/): Gritty urban storytelling set against the dramatic and authentically detailed backdrop of World War II, O’Shaughnessy Investigations Inc.: Bangtails, Grifters, and a Liar's Kiss by A.G. Russo is a savvy work of historical detective fiction. Maeve and Vic are back for another round of high-stakes cases, but rubbing elbows with gangster muscle brings a whole
- [Review: The Fate of Our Union by Hildebrand Hermannson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/review-the-fate-of-our-union-by-hildebrand-hermannson/): The balance of harmony in the world is under threat, and a mythological age of unexpected heroes has arrived in The Fate of Our Union by Hildebrand Hermannson. In this entrancing historical fantasy, the shadow of Rome's boot is creeping across Europe, but the Germanic tribes and their mystical secrets have kept the invaders at
- [Review: Blood and Tradition by Marc Keyner](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/review-blood-and-tradition-by-marc-keyner/): An unlikely crew of allies must transcend all that attempts to divide them in Blood and Tradition by Marc Keyner, a thoughtful and entertaining fantasy escape into the fascinating land of Ylliora. Desperate to give his unborn Half-Orc child a chance at survival, Mos plans to smuggle his still-pregnant partner, Ella, to a safe harbor
- [Ghost of the Alamo by D.R. Capp](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/ghost-of-the-alamo-by-d-r-capp/): A rowdy work of comic fiction in the satirical spirit of Christoper Moore and Kurt Vonnegut, Ghost of the Alamo by D.R. Capp is a quick-witted descent into the madness of the housing market. Dilly Clapton is a slick salesman perpetually eager to snake a prospect from his bitter rivals, Empire Realty, and in the
- [A New Democracy by Karu Sankaralingam](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/a-new-democracy-by-karu-sankaralingam/): A work of bold political fiction that directly reflects today's headlines, A New Democracy by Karu Sankaralingam is a thought-provoking prophecy about America's future, and an ominous reminder that society's interconnected crises are reaching a tipping point. In an era of climate collapse and the crumbling of democratic ideals, three patriotic leaders must navigate their
- [Why Alcoholics Relapse by J Guenther, MS](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/why-alcoholics-relapse-by-j-guenther-ms/): Compassionate, conversational, and potentially life-saving in its simplicity, Why Alcoholics Relapse: The Guardienne Concept by J Guenther, MS is an innovative investigation into one of the world's most common addictions. Centering on the concept of the "Guardienne" - an intuitive part of our mind that works to reduce harm to ourselves and those around us
- [Review: Children of Sorrow by Marc Keyner](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/review-children-of-sorrow-by-marc-keyner/): An unexpected showing of family unity amidst palace intrigue and shadowy secrets, Children of Sorrow by Marc Keyner is a thrillingly dark and suspenseful continuation of the Tales of Ylliora series. Dawson has spent a year trying to make a new life as a hauler down at the docks, scraping together coppers for honest work
- [Stranger in the Mind by J.R. Berrywood & S.L. Aspen](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/10/stranger-in-the-mind-by-j-r-berrywood-s-l-aspen/): A constable relentlessly struggling to prove her mettle in a man's world faces off against a dream-wielding psychiatrist in Stranger in the Mind by J.R. Berrywood & S.L. Aspen, a riveting and esoteric work of historical crime fiction. When a mysterious wave of comatose victims strikes 1920s Liverpool, Detective Constable Amelia Dei goes on the
- [Review: The Evolution of Nora O'Brien Pacheco by Kevin O'Flaherty](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/review-the-evolution-of-nora-obrien-pacheco-by-kevin-oflaherty/): An international coming-of-age novel, The Evolution of Nora O'Brien Pacheco by Kevin O'Flaherty tells the story of a brilliant and ambitious Basque girl whose life is upended by a startling revelation. Straightforwardly written, but still profound in its emotional scope, the novel can inspire young readers to achieve what they want in life, while also
- [Till Marriage Do Us Part by Bianca Bowers](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/till-marriage-do-us-part-by-bianca-bowers/): Refreshingly contemporary in its view of marriage, love, connection, and commitment, Till Marriage Do Us Part by Bianca Bowers is an endearing novel about shaping the life you truly desire. When aspiring writer Bronte finally gets a chance to chase her dream of being a writer, her eyes are opened to a world of exciting
- [Lethal Hope by Robert Thornton](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/lethal-hope-by-robert-thornton/): An intense thriller with global consequences, Lethal Hope by Robert Thornton is a larger-than-life warning about the danger of dictators, paired with the ongoing heroics of one undaunted doctor. After dodging assassins' bullets and decoding the deadliest diseases known to man, Hope might be set to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom, but if the
- [Review: Louis Pasteur Condemns Big Pharma by Stephen Heartland](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/review-louis-pasteur-condemns-big-pharma-by-stephen-heartland/): A timely take on the current state of vaccination science and policy in America, Louis Pasteur Condemns Big Pharma: Vaccines, Drugs, and Healthcare in the United States by Stephen Heartland is an informative and potentially controversial guide for protecting your autonomy and health. As the author reminds us in the opening pages, when it comes to pro-vaccine
- [The Scheme by Amethyst Drake](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/the-scheme-by-amethyst-drake/): When Olivia Ames, the brilliant daughter of a domineering CEO, goes missing, Katherine Carson and her crack team of private eyes reluctantly join the hunt in The Scheme by Amethyst Drake, a gritty and gripping first installment of the Carson Crime Files series. Locating an uber-rich runaway is not the typical Carson Investigations case, but
- [The Senescence Sentence by Virgil Francis](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/the-senescence-sentence-by-virgil-francis/): In humanity's far-flung future, a living legend with a patent on nanotechnology must escape the fate of his own invention in The Senescence Sentence by Virgil Francis. When Frances Smith is accused of a laundry list of high crimes he never committed, he goes on the run, determined to clear his name and stop the
- [Safeguard Your Creative Ideas: How to Legally Protect Your Unpublished Work](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/safeguard-your-creative-ideas-how-to-legally-protect-your-unpublished-work/): You work hard as a self-published author, developing your creative ideas and eventually sharing them with the world. You might want to protect your work as you go. Here's everything you need to know about safeguarding your unpublished literary works. How Does Intellectual Property and Copyright Work for Self-Published Authors? Technically, a self-published work is
- [A Piece of My Heart by Katherine P. Stillerman](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/a-piece-of-my-heart-by-katherine-p-stillerman/): The fifth book in the precisely crafted and well-researched Barton Family Series, A Piece of My Heart by Katherine P. Stillerman is a heartfelt tribute to the resilience of women during World War II. When Will breaks off his promise to marry her, Hattie is absolutely shattered. However, little does she knows that after several
- [Oldest Mom On The Playground by Judy Haveson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/oldest-mom-on-the-playground-by-judy-haveson/): A charming and emotional collection of essays about arriving late to motherhood, Oldest Mom On The Playground by Judy Haveson recounts the author's experience of getting pregnant after forty, leaving her career, and finding herself a mom late in life. Haveson's stories could at times work for parents of any age, as she talks of
- [Over the Mountain by Katherine P. Stillerman](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2018/04/over-the-mountain-by-katherine-p-stillerman/): Over the Mountain is an engrossing work of YA historical fiction by Katherine P. Stillerman, set in the volatile early sixties. It’s 1961 and sophomore, Harriet Oechsner, has just learned that her minister father had been forced to resign amid parishioner complaints over his liberal views. He’s accepted a new position in Mountain Brook, an
- [10 Points from Walt Disney on Entrepreneurship by Ray Keating](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/10-points-from-walt-disney-on-entrepreneurship-by-ray-keating/): Combining the author's extensive professional experience with the savvy insight of an empire-building legend, 10 Points from Walt Disney on Entrepreneurship by Ray Keating offers a broad source of specialized knowledge for potential visionaries. Digging into the finer points and nuances of Walt Disney's entrepreneurial style, and providing a richly researched review of the Magic
- [Moscow Nights Return by Beth H. Macy](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/moscow-nights-return-by-beth-h-macy/): A fast-paced plunge into contemporary spycraft with some classic Cold War twists, Moscow Nights Return by Beth H. Macy is a gripping international thriller. Despite being a respected elder in the realm of espionage, Elda Ainsworth can still throw down with the best of them, but there is risk in every mission - especially when
- [The Weekly Economist III by Ray Keating](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/the-weekly-economist-iii-by-ray-keating/): Deciphering the disorder of contemporary economics and simplifying financial puzzles for business owners and individuals alike, The Weekly Economist III: Another 52 Quick Reads to Help You Think Like an Economist by Ray Keating provides a succinct analysis of a notoriously confusing field of study. Far from a dense read on the technical details of
- [The Tower by J.J. Richards](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/the-tower-by-j-j-richards/): A twisted vigilante who believes in killing for kindness makes The Tower by J.J. Richards an unsettling but highly entertaining thriller, and another stellar installment of the DCI Walker Crime Thrillers series. When a cryptic message is found beside an apparently suicidal clown at the base of Blackpool’s legendary landmark, DCIs Walker and Briggs are
- [Heavy Weight of Darkness by JM Erickson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/heavy-weight-of-darkness-by-jm-erickson/): A violent clash of duty, truth, morality, and vengeance, Heavy Weight of Darkness by JM Erickson is a soul-searching second piece to an exceptional sci-fi series. The interplanetary “terrorist” Cassandra Kurtz has become a liberatory force to be reckoned with, terrorizing the wealth-wielding Patrician class by freeing slaves and disrupting their colonization efforts on Mars.
- [Beyond the Cemetery Gate by Valerie Biel](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/beyond-the-cemetery-gate-by-valerie-biel/): One determined young woman must crack the case of her father's murder in Valerie Biel's haunting YA mystery, Beyond the Cemetery Gate: The Secret Keeper's Daughter. Freshly orphaned and fiercely independent, Chloe is living through her worst nightmare as the local police dismiss her father's death as an overdose. Working the system and buying herself time
- [Haven by Valerie Biel](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/haven-by-valerie-biel/): Tender in its depiction of starting over and processing trauma, Haven by Valerie Biel is an uplifting reminder that family comes in all forms. Leaving behind a broken home, Mardella and her mother begin again in a senior living center, which means a colorful cast of charming new neighbors and unexpected friends for the curious
- [2102: Pretense, the Play by William E. Jefferson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/2102-pretense-the-play-by-william-e-jefferson/): A lyrical and multilayered exploration of humanhood, intelligence, art, and the future of all three, 2102: Pretense, the Play by William E. Jefferson challenges form, function, and the rules of reality. On a distant stage where technology and theatrical performance are inseparable, a scribe must attempt to capture what wisdom can be found in the
- [Classical Arabic and the Hibernation of the Arab Mind by Walid Khalil](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/classical-arabic-and-the-hibernation-of-the-arab-mind-by-walid-khalil/): Making the compelling case for revolutionizing language practices across the Arab world, Classical Arabic and the Hibernation of the Arab Mind by Walid Khalil is a well-argued proposal for a necessary paradigm shift. Drawing on history, philosophy, linguistics, and raw logic, the author outlines the increasing limitations of Classical Arabic, and argues that adopting written
- [Review: The Mortal God (The Infinity Chronicles - Volume 1) by E.F. Skarda](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2020/05/review-the-mortal-god-the-infinity-chronicles-volume-1-by-e-f-skarda/): Interstellar warfare and sinister plots abound in The Mortal God by author E.F. Skarda, the first volume of The Infinity Chronicles. Following the exploits of a super-soldier with incredible abilities and devastating secrets, the saga rockets into high gear with this first installment, for an explosive and surprising sci-fi thriller. Millennia in the future, Earth
- [An Interview with Rose Servitova: Author of The Watsons, Bronze Winner of the 2019 SPR Book Awards](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2020/04/an-interview-with-rose-servitova-author-of-the-watsons-bronze-winner-of-the-2019-spr-book-awards/): Rose Servitova is an award-winning humour writer, event manager and job coach for people with special needs. She has published widely. Her debut novel, The Longbourn Letters – The Correspondence between Mr Collins & Mr Bennet, was described as a "literary triumph." Rose has made author appearances at literary events and festivals in Ireland and
- [Black & Brown Gen Z by Edwina Louise Dorch](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/black-brown-gen-z-by-edwina-louise-dorch/): A unique and visually engaging journey through many of the pressing concerns of the younger generation, Black & Brown Gen Z by Edwina Louise Dorch is a lesson-heavy burst of self-help written as a vivid graphic novel. From discussing the importance of living sustainably and practicing self-care to protecting yourself against bullying or bigotry, each
- [Review: The Hotel Intrepid: Jack-of-all-Trades by Leo Peterson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/review-the-hotel-intrepid-jack-of-all-trades-by-leo-peterson/): A classic rebound romance with unexpected depth, The Hotel Intrepid: Jack-of-all-Trades by Leo Peterson is a contemporary mashup of cultural drama, noble deeds, and visceral desire. Freshly liberated from a life doing what was expected, and free of her absent husband, Astrid launches herself into a fiery midlife obsession with Ty Machesney - an Italian
- [Synthetica by Sophia M.](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/synthetica-by-sophia-m/): A warning for our age of digitally addicted consumers looking for the newest life hack, Synthetica: The Dystopian Future of Digital Existence by Sophia M. is a prescient work of sci-fi, with a shrewd take on the current moment. A few decades in the future, free will has been seized by the titular megacorporation and
- [Don't Settle, Choose to Feel Good by Pablo Tricci](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/dont-settle-choose-to-feel-good-by-pablo-tricci/): Challenging readers to take a more active role in changing their lives, Don't Settle, Choose to Feel Good: 20 Keys to Achieve It by Pablo Tricci is a creative guide for taking control of your free time and unlocking your potential. An allegorical and philosophical journey that treads familiar themes like gratitude, healthy lifestyles, and
- [An Interview with Karl Wegener: Author of Operation Nightfall: The Web of Spies](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/an-interview-with-karl-wegener-author-of-operation-nightfall-the-web-of-spies/): Karl Wegener is a former Russian linguist, intelligence analyst, and interrogator who served in the U.S. Army, the U.S. Air Force Reserve, and within the Intelligence Community during the Cold War. He currently lives in Delaware with his wife and two dogs. Tell us about your book. My latest novel, Operation Nightfall: The Web of
- [Why We Write About 9/11](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2016/09/why-we-write-about-911/): It was a balmy day in September. I was in London, working in a digital studio, churning out tabards and display signs on Photoshop for conferences. Standing next to me was a woman who was flying out that afternoon to present a new credit card to her colleagues at Morgan Stanley in New York, based
- [Review: The Gemini Project by Ian Moran](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/review-the-gemini-project-by-ian-moran/): Author Ian Moran paints a terrifying picture of moral collapse in the guise of progress in The Gemini Project, a timely dive into the worst fears of humanity’s fate. In a climate-ravaged future, society has solved the problem of ecological destruction and greed through a severe yet subtle program of population control. For students at
- [Hachi + Araine: Falling by Michael G. Hurston](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/hachi-araine-falling-by-michael-g-hurston/): A newly crowned empress must balance the responsibilities of her reign with a devastating loss of love in Hachi + Araine: Falling by Michael G. Hurston. Reshaping a diverse and divided solar system to uphold justice, peace, and cooperation is a daunting task for Hachi, but achieving domestic bliss and a stable family with her
- [Hachi + Araine: Nightmares by Michael G. Hurston](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/hachi-araine-nightmares-by-michael-g-hurston/): Tasked with recovering their surviving kin still scattered across the solar system, two eternally bound heroes are back in the midst of cosmic chaos in Hachi + Araine: Nightmares by Michael G. Hurston. With a pregnant lover on the edge of death awaiting their return, Hachi and her golem partner must find their unawakened brethren
- [Hachi + Araine: Awake by Michael G. Hurston](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/hachi-araine-awake-by-michael-g-hurston/): Thousands of years in the future, a legendary warrior named Hachi and her symbiotic-linked golem awaken from cryo-sleep into a darker age in Hachi + Araine: Awake by Michael G. Hurston, the first book in The Dream Series. After returning to Earth, she discovers the shocking legacy of her universe-jumping ancestors and a treasure map
- [Apache Sun by Jeffrey W. Tenney](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/apache-sun-by-jeffrey-w-tenney/): Delivering a classic western adventure, Apache Sun by Jeffrey W. Tenney taps into the harsh beauty of New Mexico and the gritty struggle of its tenacious denizens, for a thorough portrait of frontier living. When Lacey Hudson sets off in search of the man suspected of murdering his sister and kidnapping his niece, he doesn't
- [Review: Coincidence, You Say? by Patrick Hogan](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/review-coincidence-you-say-by-patrick-hogan/): The story of a determined and principled protector who consistently chose the hard road in his dynamic life, Coincidence, You Say? by Patrick Hogan is a heartfelt memoir and a revelatory snapshot of a different time. A mischievous child growing up in a picturesque middle-class American life, Hogan offers brief vignettes and glimpses into his
- [Review: A Grand Pause by Gary Santos](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/review-a-grand-pause-by-gary-santos/): Immersing readers in the tension, terror, and unpredictability of war, A Grand Pause: A Novel on May 14, 1945, the USS Randolph, Kamikazes, and the Greatest Air-Sea Rescue by Gary Santos is a uniquely penned blend of historical fact and well-informed fiction. In the final months of World War II, with unimaginable losses on both
- [Review: The Black Wall of Silence Part III by George H. Butcher III](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/review-the-black-wall-of-silence-part-iii-by-george-h-butcher-iii/): In this third compelling section of George H. Butcher III's The Black Wall of Silence series, readers are led from the macro issues of judicial impunity in previous installments to the micro level of a number of interlinked and particularly egregious cases in New York state. Examining specific judicial "conduct related to corruption" and utilizing
- [Review: Critical Musings from a Traditionalist by Jocelynn Cordes](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/review-critical-musings-from-a-traditionalist-by-jocelynn-cordes/): Delivering a wide-ranging and perceptive thesis on the state of American society today, Critical Musings from a Traditionalist by Jocelynn Cordes is a timely piece of social critique. Presenting a kaleidoscope of anecdotes, events, and key issues reweaving the fabric of modern America, this collection of essays is a carefully crafted hot take on the
- [Review: Water Lust by Gerhard Pohle](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/review-water-lust-by-gerhard-pohle/): A revealing and eidetic tour through the life of a perennial adventurer, Water Lust by Gerhard Pohle is a meticulously crafted and inspiring memoir for weekend warriors and veteran wanderers alike. Bouncing from India and Madagascar to Indonesia, Germany, and more, the author's life began as an “international vagabond,” forcing him to adapt and make
- [Review: Ira by Jason F. Boggs](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/review-ira-by-jason-f-boggs/): Packed with dreams of vengeance, intergalactic scheming, and even some sci-fi levity, Ira by Jason F. Boggs is an unpredictable new chapter in the Devil's Dragon series. After her epic defeat at the hands of Nelson, Alene, Wong's Pirates, and an alliance of fearless humans, the villain Ira Bilis has fled to the shelter of
- [Operation Cavolo by E.S. Benton](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/operation-cavolo-by-e-s-benton/): The elite warriors of Alpha Team are tasked to unravel the maniacal scheme of a vengeful villain seeking to compromise the global food supply in Operation Cavolo by E.S. Benton, the second installment of The Silent Codename series. Careening from one explosive scene and clever bit of investigating to the next, the Alpha squad faces
- [Rhyming Riley by Tracy Markley](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/rhyming-riley-by-tracy-markley/): In Rhyming Riley: The Dog that Rhymes All the Time, author Tracy Markley tells a charming story about a labradoodle's life and loves, told in clever rhyme. Going through his daily routine - from playing with toys to barking at strangers - Riley's day-to-day will spark instant recognition for any child who has a beloved
- [Review: Making Money Real by BJ Chippindale](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/review-making-money-real-by-bj-chippindale/): A mind-expanding thesis on the vital overlap of human nature and natural law, Making Money Real: The Radical Anti-Capitalism of Thermodynamics by BJ Chippindale deconstructs the concepts of currency, debt, ownership, and capital, presenting a compelling manifesto for a new generation. In this radical and essential mixture of economics and natural science, Chippindale asks if
- [Fighting the Shadow Warriors by Harry Knickerbocker](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/09/fighting-the-shadow-warriors-by-harry-knickerbocker/): Told with the unmistakeable fire of a soldier who has seen too much scorched earth, Fighting the Shadow Warriors: A Marine in Vietnam by Harry Knickerbocker is a powerful memoir from a writer with passion and conviction. Sharing his battle-strewn tour in Vietnam with painstaking care, Knickerbocker brings readers right into the foxholes and hellish
- [Review: Lost Grove by Charlotte Zang & Alex Knudsen](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/02/review-lost-grove-by-charlotte-zang-alex-knudsen/): A wickedly twisted thriller with a gritty gothic edge, Lost Grove: Part One by Charlotte Zang and Alex Knudsen is a dark dream for fans of contemporary horror. The sleepy coastal town of Lost Grove, with more secrets than people, is a classically ominous setting for a supernatural whodunit, including a stubbornly determined prodigal sleuth
- [Review: Operation Nightfall: The Web of Spies by Karl Wegener](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/review-operation-nightfall-the-web-of-spies-by-karl-wegener/): Spiraling ever deeper into the historical tension, strategic alliances, and brinksmanship of Cold War politics, Operation Nightfall: The Web of Spies by Karl Wegener is a classic spy-vs-spy thrill. A child of the Warsaw insurgency against the Nazis, Ada Bialik is a fearless and determined sleeper agent with a vengeful mission to complete, and she
- [Revealed Mercy by Eve M. Harrell](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/revealed-mercy-by-eve-m-harrell/): Maddie Bennett is courageously healing both mind and spirit after being rescued from a regime of fanatics by her still-missing brother in Revealed Mercy: A Journey into the Tower of Trust by Eve M. Harrell, an inspiring second installment in her Christian coming-of-age series. To save his son, David Bennett must make a deal with
- [Revealed Truth by Eve M. Harrell](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/revealed-truth-by-eve-m-harrell/): A multilayered journey into greater self-knowledge and spiritual confidence, Revealed Truth: A Journey from Fear to Faith by Eve M. Harrell is a Christian YA drama with wisdom for readers of all ages. Maddie Bennett is struggling with the anxiety and panic of teenage life, and the deep faith instilled by her family may not
- [Diamondback by D.R. Capp](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/diamondback-by-d-r-capp/): #A mischievous work of contemporary satire, Diamondback by D.R. Capp is a wild but shrewd commentary on the clash of business and culture. When greedy developers turn their eyes on Skyview County for a tourist-drawing mega-mall, disrupting the local culture and bulldozing rattlesnake habitats is just a necessary evil for another modern monstrosity. However, the
- [How To Choose An Author Name - Eight Easy Tips](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/how-to-choose-an-author-name-eight-easy-tips/): Choosing an author name, often referred to as a pen name, nom de plume, or pseudonym, can be an exciting and creative process. Here are some steps you can follow to help you decide: 1. Consider Your Genre and Audience: Genre Fit: Some genres may benefit from specific types of names. For example, a name
- [Never Far Gone by Kelvin Urena](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/never-far-gone-by-kelvin-urena/): Miles Gether, a sharpshooting school security guard, becomes the unlikely leader of a desperate group of survivors as the world crumbles into barbaric chaos in Never Far Gone by Kelvin Urena, a gritty and realistic apocalyptic thriller. With humanity unraveling in the face of a zombie-like plague, more people arrive to seek safety in a
- [An Interview with Logan Fret: Author of Where's Our Purple Heart](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/an-interview-with-logan-fret-author-of-wheres-our-purple-heart/): Logan Fret is a relatively new author, with only 5 works published. A musician by trade, he spent a great deal of his time reading in hotel rooms between shows. One winter when he was putting his motorcycle away for the year, he searched for books related to motorcycles and motorcycle clubs. With nothing to
- [Tales of the Bacchae: Queen of the Dead by Brian Andrew](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/tales-of-the-bacchae-queen-of-the-dead-by-brian-andrew/): A fresh reinvention of classic mythology, Tales of the Bacchae: Queen of the Dead by Brian Andrew is a thrillingly creative work of mythic fantasy. Persephone, the mischievous daughter of Demeter, is a minor goddess with a wealth of ambition, and takes the ultimate hellish risk by accompanying Hades to the Underworld as his queen.
- [Spreadsheet Cultists by Dane Sullivan](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/spreadsheet-cultists-by-dane-sullivan/): 24th-century capitalism and life-draining technology have perfected a deeply dispiriting dystopia, but radical hope is still hard to kill, in Spreadsheet Cultists by Dane Sullivan, a prescient but ominous work of speculative fiction. When a half-educated machine intelligence engineer gets scooped up into the inner workings of a corporate police state, it's a job that
- [The Ultimate ADHD Workbook for Cleaning and Organizing by Marlowe Stone](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/the-ultimate-adhd-workbook-for-cleaning-and-organizing-by-marlowe-stone/): A step-by-step guide for neurodivergent readers to tackle their daily tasks, The Ultimate ADHD Workbook for Cleaning and Organizing: Activate Your ADHD Superpowers With 101 Genius Hacks and Transformative Strategies that Work With Your Brain, Not Against It by Marlowe Stone is a comprehensive and inspiring work of psychological self-help. As ADHD sufferers have particular
- [Living Law by Sid Martin](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/living-law-by-sid-martin/): A contemporary guide to understanding the US judiciary, the Constitution, and the forces that seek to undermine them, Living Law: or, Why Are They Killing the Constitution? by Sid Martin is a sharp and essential read for Americans seeking clarity on the state of the judicial process, rather than endless spin. From America's founding philosophies
- [Review: Pearls: Parenting Practices by Lisa Guy, Illustrated by Cameron Shields](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/review-pearls-parenting-practices-by-lisa-guy-illustrated-by-cameron-shields/): A beautifully constructed guide aimed at navigating parenthood, Pearls: Parenting Practices by Lisa Guy is a thoroughly unique combination of parenting memoir, self-help aphorisms, and actionable steps for raising children. Layed out in part like a children's book with exquisitely rendered illustrations by Cameron Shields, each chapter begins with a short stanza about the next
- [Review: The Velvet Hammer by Chief Judge Belvin Perry, Jr. and Amy Mitchell](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/review-the-velvet-hammer-by-chief-judge-belvin-perry-jr-and-amy-mitchell/): Bridging the traditional boundaries of personal and professional life, Chief Judge Belvin Perry, Jr. offers an eye-opening peek into the American justice system with The Velvet Hammer, a powerful memoir laced with revelatory insight about some of the most memorable, challenging, and heinous cases of his career, including the Casey Anthony case, which brought him
- [Review: Paradox by Michael Woudenberg](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/review-paradox-by-michael-woudenberg/): The essence of humanity is challenged by the sentience of technology in Paradox by Michael Woudenberg, a timely and ominous first installment of The Singularity Chronicles. Apparent heirs to a world-changing legacy, Kira and Noah are first linked to the field of AI by the loss of their mother and the potential of their absent
- [Just Underneath by Jason Palmer](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/just-underneath-by-jason-palmer/): Bringing horror, dystopia, and paranoia into a sinister spotlight, Just Underneath by Jason Palmer is a strikingly confident collection of short and offbeat tales. A disease that drives you to scratch - or else drives you insane, a Kafkaesque interrogation over the culpability of a not-so-common housefly, an ominous PSA about maniacally maxing out your
- [Review: Where's Our Purple Heart by Logan Fret](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/review-wheres-our-purple-heart-by-logan-fret/): Peeling back the complex layers of grief, family, trauma, and secrets, Where's Our Purple Heart by Logan Fret is a raw examination of the feelings we fear and the memories we bury. After his gun-loving, hard-drinking, war hero father dies unexpectedly, Todd must navigate a surge of emotions, especially the feelings of relief and a
- [Cactus Dreams by Frank C. Senia](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/cactus-dreams-by-frank-c-senia/): A whimsical, heartfelt, and surreal novella from Frank C. Senia, Cactus Dreams pushes the boundaries of belief and redefines the idea of finding one's purpose in life. Antonio, a young man who can hear secret desires and memories on the wind, embarks on an epic treasure hunt to America. Armed with the mystical wisdom of
- [It's Time to Turn Up! No More Trauma by Lady D](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/its-time-to-turn-up-no-more-trauma-by-lady-d/): An inspiring, faith-driven collection of powerful wisdom drawn from lived experience and hard-won healing, It's Time to Turn Up! No More Trauma by Lady D outlines a path to peace for trauma survivors and those who love them. Both deeply personal and hugely cathartic for both author and reader, this book gives voice to the
- [Raising Future Leaders by Nam Nguyen](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/raising-future-leaders-by-nam-nguyen/): A welcome revelation for parents, guardians, teachers, and people at large, Raising Future Leaders: How to Turn Tiny Tyrants into Titans by Nam Nguyen is a wholly original and accessible compendium of leadership advice. Far more than a standard parenting manual, this book focuses on how to actively provide children with the foundations for success
- [Chronicles of the Space Marauders: Jericho's Odyssey by William Rongholt](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/chronicles-of-the-space-marauders-jerichos-odyssey-by-william-rongholt/): A rapid-fire mix of western and space opera, Chronicles of the Space Marauders: Jericho's Odyssey by William Rongholt will satisfy readers of both classic sci-fi and westerns alike. An artifact of untold power pulls Jericho and the Desperado crew into the crossfire of merciless enemies, both new and ancient, and having their memories wiped certainly
- [Guardians of the Ley Lines by Greg Maxfield](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/guardians-of-the-ley-lines-by-greg-maxfield/): Logic clashes with legend in Guardians of the Ley Lines by Greg Maxfield, a thoughtful and entertaining supernatural thriller that challenges both ancient beliefs and the arrogance of modernity. A data-driven researcher is determined to disprove the existence of ley lines in the spiritual nexus of Redstone, Arizona, but the inexplicable phenomena he finds there
- [JFK Assassination Aftermath by Dr. Diane Holloway Cheney](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/jfk-assassination-aftermath-by-dr-diane-holloway-cheney/): Author Diane Holloway Cheney leans on intensive research and firsthand experience in her critical work of history, JFK Assassination Aftermath: What Happened to Key Figures 1963-2024? Beginning with a recounting of the events on the infamous afternoon in Dallas, and the reactions of political and cultural leaders in the days and weeks that followed, this
- [Easter at the Three Coins Inn by Kimberly Sullivan](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/easter-at-the-three-coins-inn-by-kimberly-sullivan/): A charming array of colorful characters makes Easter at the Three Coins Inn by Kimberly Sullivan a captivating second installment of her richly picturesque Three Coins series. A beleaguered Midwest journalist, a couple in crisis, a mourning restauranteur and more fill the rooms of this well-kept Italian inn, leading to tension, romance, and surprising pathways
- [Review: Dissonance Volume Zero: Revelation by Aaron Ryan](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/review-dissonance-volume-zero-revelation-by-aaron-ryan/): Humanity falls under a shadow of doom when a mysterious alien force arrives on Earth in Dissonance Volume Zero: Revelation by Aaron Ryan, a revealing and suspenseful starting point to this riveting series. In this dramatic prequel, hundreds of thousands of tentacled aliens descend into the atmosphere, hovering ominously for months, spreading a blanket of
- [What Once Was Promised by Louis Trubiano](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/what-once-was-promised-by-louis-trubiano/): An immersive and emotional work of historical fiction about the immigrant experience in early 20th-century America, What Once Was Promised by Louis Trubiano is a brilliant multigenerational saga told over four decades. From his tiny village in Abruzzo, Italy, Domenic Bassini lands in Boston, a city heaving with both opportunity and unrest. Dominic, Joseph, and
- [Voice of The Portals I: The First Gateway by Hellevi E. Woodman](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/voice-of-the-portals-i-the-first-gateway-by-hellevi-e-woodman/): Passionately recounting her external and internal journeys towards enlightenment and higher knowledge, Voice of The Portals I: The First Gateway by author Hellevi E. Woodman reveals the potent power of nature, energy, and the interconnectedness of life. Inviting readers to join her in reflection on the sacred spaces she has explored across the world, the
- [6 Disability-Inclusive Book Design Tips to Better Accommodate Your Readers](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/6-disability-inclusive-book-design-tips-to-better-accommodate-your-readers/): As an author, you want your books to be accessible to a wide range of readers, including those with various disabilities. Making a few small changes can help those with dyslexia, visual impairments and neurodivergence. Here are some tips to make sure your book designs are disability-inclusive. 1. Start With Contrast All people see things
- [An Interview with Frank Dravis: Author of The Citadel](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/an-interview-with-frank-dravis-author-of-the-citadel/): An author with a flair for era-blending science fiction, Frank lives along the Mississippi River in Wisconsin, where he writes the Dianis, A World In Turmoil chronicles. He was born in Detroit, Michigan, and spent six years in the US Navy. His love of the sea is reflected in chronicles, a love he has shared
- [Crossing the Blue Ridge by L.E. Denton](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/crossing-the-blue-ridge-by-l-e-denton/): An immersive historical reflection on seeking your purpose and finding your courage, Crossing the Blue Ridge: A Tale of King's Mountain by L.E. Denton is a coming-of-age novel that celebrates brotherhood and patriotism, set against the growing sparks of the American Revolution. Caleb leaves a painful childhood behind to make his fortune in the unknown
- [Bridges of Resilience by Suanne Lewis](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/08/bridges-of-resilience-by-suanne-lewis/): An inspiring YA novel about mental health, family, and friendship, Bridges of Resilience: A Teenage Journey of Friendship, Courage, and Discovery by Suanne Lewis is a message-laden novel written with delicate and sensitive prose. Nina is about to start her first year in high school when she receives the sudden news of her parents’ separation,
- [Review: Dissonance Volume III: Renegade by Aaron Ryan](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/review-dissonance-volume-iii-renegade-by-aaron-ryan/): The final factions of humanity and gorgon vie for survival on a blasted Earth in Dissonance Volume III: Renegade by Aaron Ryan, an explosive and riveting finale to the elaborate Dissonance series. The vicious and costly battle at Mammoth Cave was only a precursor to President Graham's ultimate plan to manipulate the gorgons into attacking
- [Review: Operation Storm's Eye by E.S. Benton](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/review-operation-storms-eye-by-e-s-benton/): An elite group of soldiers is on the hunt for a secret cabal of inhumane terrorists in Operation Storm's Eye by E.S. Benton, a relentless rush of espionage and adrenaline. In this first book of the Silent Codename series, Alpha Squad is deep on the hunt for a mysterious global organization responsible for savage attacks
- [From Legend by Ian Lewis](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/from-legend-by-ian-lewis/): A brooding crimefighter and a teenage vigilante find their purposes entwined after a suspicious death in From Legend by Ian Lewis, a gritty urban mystery in a reimagined fantasy world. The method of the murder suggests a more sinister enemy than suicide - a merciless force of evil long thought vanquished, but perhaps instead has
- [Review: Nuclear Affairs by J. Albert Griffiths ★★★★](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2015/09/review-nuclear-affairs-by-j-albert-griffiths-★★★★/): Set in 1952, Nuclear Affairs is the debut novel of author J. Albert Griffiths that explores the new and terrifying world of early post-nuclear global politics. As the US military struggles to understand and manage its own nuclear research in the first decade of the Cold War, the newly-formed United States Air Force bears numerous
- [Fracktured by Lance Simmens](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2016/04/fracktured-by-lance-simmens/): Fracktured by Lance Simmens is a political novel following the lives of three people: a politician and his wife, and a madam, all trying to navigate a world in which the political system is broken, affecting all our lives. Primarily, the book centers around the fossil fuel industry, and society's addiction to oil. Far from
- [Review: FAKE NEWS by David Hutter](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2017/11/review-fake-news-by-david-hutter/): ★★★ FAKE NEWS: Strange Historical Facts Reimagined in the World of Donald Trump is a brilliant piece of satire by David Hutter, a young author with a sharp tongue and a unique perspective on the world at large. The book makes clear that politics has always made for a strange spectacle, and much of it
- [Review: The Outlandish and the Ego by O. Ryan Hussain](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2018/10/review-the-outlandish-and-the-ego-by-o-ryan-hussain/): In these days of political turmoil and uncertain global peace, it can be hard to find a reason to laugh, but O. Ryan Hussain's new novel, The Outlandish and the Ego, provides an uproarious release. In a new genre of literature the author calls “political erotica,” this novel discusses serious topics and trends in the
- [Review: Debauchery by Andy Bramley](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/review-debauchery-by-andy-bramley/): Creative, clever, and chock full of dark comedy, Debauchery: Part 1 by Andy Bramley is a witty and wise read from an unconventional storyteller. A bizarre series of events brings together a disparate group of seven acquaintances, fans, friends, and strangers with big personalities and a hefty handful of bad habits. As their unlikely worlds
- [Review: Brisk Verse by Garrison Keillor](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/review-brisk-verse-by-garrison-keillor/): The legendary storyteller of Lake Wobegon, Garrison Keillor, shows his inimitable skills once again with Brisk Verse, an acerbic and entertaining collection of inspired poetry. Simultaneously playful and profound, these clever, hopeful, and wide-ranging poems are imbued with perfect comedic timing and smirking irreverence. As Keillor explains in the book's foreword, he's in the “age
- [An Interview with K.M. Krenik: Author of Danger Lies Within](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/an-interview-with-k-m-krenik-author-of-danger-lies-within/): It all started with a song. Before K.M. fell in love with writing stories, she was singing them. For most of her life, she worked on the craft of songwriting for herself and other artists. She has a background in performing, and for many years she couldn't sit still long enough to commit to writing
- [Review: The Black Wall of Silence Part II by George H. Butcher III](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/review-the-black-wall-of-silence-part-ii-by-george-h-butcher-iii/): The second installment of an eye-opening “Nonfiction Horror Story,” The Black Wall of Silence Part II: The Judiciary’s Immorality, Cruelty, and Arrogance About Corruption by George H. Butcher III is another relentless dive into the implicit corruption of America's federal judiciary, including the very highest levels. This damning indictment gives evidence for a purported secret
- [The Little Black Book of Marriage Wisdom by Mike Kowis, Esq.](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/the-little-black-book-of-marriage-wisdom-by-mike-kowis-esq/): An amusing and astute companion for anyone walking down the aisle, The Little Black Book of Marriage Wisdom: Quotes on Weddings, Divorce, & Happily Ever After by Mike Kowis, Esq. is a neatly curated collection of quotable advice. Offering classic takes on maintaining wedded bliss, clever quips for celebratory toasts, and sage one-liners for grooms
- [Review: Ugly by Kelly Vincent](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/review-ugly-by-kelly-vincent/): A raw and poignant exploration of a teenager’s quest for identity, Ugly by Kelly Vincent is a potent study of the harsh realities of high school social hierarchies and personal uncertainties. At the heart of this contemporary YA novel is Nicole Summers, a fifteen-year-old from a small Oklahoma town who becomes the embodiment of anyone
- [Publishing Services Index](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2011/10/publishing-services-index/): I want to announce a major addition to Self-Publishing Review: Mick Rooney's self-publisher reviews (print on demand outfits, subsidy publishers, printers) are now housed on the site. He's really the best writer on this subject working online, so it's a great boon to the site. This is Mick Rooney's Independent Publishing Magazine's Publishing Services Index
- [Self-Publishing Starter Kit](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2015/01/self-publishing-starter-kit/): We get a lot of questions here from writers just beginning to self-publish who have little to no idea about the process. They're all asking about the most basic nuts and bolts: how do I self-publish? We've gathered together the best services currently running (and have been running for a while) to publish a book
- [Utcan's Talisman by Stella Atrium](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/utcans-talisman-by-stella-atrium/): Rebellious heroes in exile seek unlikely allies and a legendary weapon in Utcan's Talisman by Stella Atrium, the epic fifth installment of the Tribal Wars series. In a world where magic and native gifts clash and blur with advanced technology and geopolitical scheming, loyalty is at a premium, but the power to see the future
- [Twelve Must-Read Books on Self-Publishing for 2023](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/twelve-must-read-books-on-self-publishing-for-2023/): It's hard to know where to start with such a wide range of books out there claiming to be written by experts for self-published writers. Here are our picks from Amazon for writing, marketing, and publishing your book. "The Successful Author Mindset: A Handbook for Surviving the Writer's Journey" by Joanna Penn Joanna Penn is
- [Four Ways To Prevent Unwanted Comments on your Facebook Author Page](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/four-ways-to-prevent-unwanted-comments-on-your-facebook-author-page/): We've all been there. You post about your new book on your Facebook Author page; maybe you paid to boost the post, or made an ad. And then the comments come in. Loads of scams, fake-commenting that your page is in breach of Amazon Terms. Some people decide your post is a great place to
- [Review: The Citadel by Frank Dravis](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/review-the-citadel-by-frank-dravis/): Power-hungry corporations, priestly pirates, extraterrestrial warriors, benevolent guardians, and the ghosts of ancient aliens collide in The Citadel by Frank Dravis, the explosive third installment of his Dianis, A World in Turmoil series. A female-led epic that brilliantly blends classic and contemporary sci-fi themes, this adventure of cosmic protectors and priceless planetary bounty is a
- [Review: Fireside Reflections by Alan Dahl](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/review-fireside-reflections-by-alan-dahl/): A neatly woven memoir of stories, lessons, and time-tested insight, Fireside Reflections: A Papa’s Lessons for a Successful Life by Alan Dahl is a touching portrait of a life well-lived. Through detailed recollections and well-organized advice, the author captures his own life story and weaves it together with sage wisdom for his beloved family to
- [The Reincarnation of Marie by Jim Woodman](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/the-reincarnation-of-marie-by-jim-woodman/): A tale of impossible love that unfolds over centuries, The Reincarnation of Marie: A Love Reborn in Paris from the Pages of History by Jim Woodman is a fantastically original mix of historical and supernatural romance. Set in 1950s Paris, Yann – a lonely history student – finds an astonishing diary in a Parisian market
- [Criminal Intent by Joanne Swain](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/criminal-intent-by-joanne-swain/): An investigator hunting down a shadowy murder syndicate and a mystery writer pulled into one of her own stories make Criminal Intent by Joanne Swain a compelling, multilayered thriller. This female-driven tale is a frantic spiral of brash characters, surprising plot twists, and tragic revelations, laced with eroticism and character-rich drama. With a consistent lack
- [The Queen of the Underworld by Lauren Louise Hazel](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/the-queen-of-the-underworld-by-lauren-louise-hazel/): A darkly demonic thrill from Lauren Louise Hazel, The Queen of the Underworld is the resurgent second chapter of her Occult urban fantasy series. Though magic Users are now free from their merciless hunters, the realm of the Fae is a blasted ruin, and an ancient threat has emerged from the shadows, seizing the moment to
- [Review: Good Pastures by Sylvia Anne Pollard](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/review-good-pastures-by-sylvia-anne-pollard/): Steeped in contemplation and the solace that only time can bring, Good Pastures: A Place to Feel Ones Deepest Heartaches by Sylvia Anne Pollard is a moving testament to the human spirit and the healing power of the divine. As a devoted mother and a powerful warrior of faith, this resilient poet has alchemized pain
- [Review: Winning at Leading by Ronica Watkins, PhD](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/review-winning-at-leading-by-ronica-watkins-phd/): An outspoken, hands-on guide for women starting a journey to positions of authority, Winning at Leading: Women in Leadership - The Power of SHE by Ronica Watkins, PhD is an essential roadmap for women in all work positions to achieve their goals, whether they want to achieve a promotion, lead a group of volunteers, or
- [Briefs by Thom Cree](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/briefs-by-thom-cree/): An enigmatic collection of unconventional tales featuring cerebral wit and a uniquely strange imagination, Briefs: A Word Salad of the Surreal, Absurd & Black-Comedy by Thom Cree is a madcap but cleverly crafted work of absurdist fiction. From invisible drinking buddies and talking fish to eel-heavy pranks and snarky Irish stoners, these seven stories and
- [Until Shiloh Comes by Sophia Rose](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/until-shiloh-comes-by-sophia-rose/): An inspiring tale of healing, resilience, and faith, Until Shiloh Comes by Sophia Rose is an empowering reminder that our path toward peace does not need to be walked alone. In this engrossing mixture of memoir and spiritual self-help, a skeptical and wounded woman finds an enigmatic guide named Shiloh who profoundly leads her back
- [Wall Pilates Workouts for Women by Evi Matonis](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/wall-pilates-workouts-for-women-by-evi-matonis/): Wall Pilates Workouts for Women: 50 Complete Video Tutorials and Illustrations to Lose Weight, Gain Confidence, and Get the Body You Want by Evi Matonis is a heavily detailed and practical guide to exercises for both physical and emotional well-being. Matonis presents an in-depth history of the practice and the difference between traditional and wall
- [Angel of Oregon by James Dobie](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/angel-of-oregon-by-james-dobie/): Human drama ripped straight from present-day life, along with a dash of the criminal and supernatural, Angel of Oregon by James Dobie is a twisted tale of healing and connection. This third installment of the Wallowa Lake series features familiar loves and vengeful villains back from the dead, tinged with a palpable contemporary urgency. Nearly
- [One Day a Year by J. Lamont Jones](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/one-day-a-year-by-j-lamont-jones/): A stirring treasure hunt of puzzling clues and time-travel romance, One Day A Year by J. Lamont Jones is an ambitious and satisfying YA plunge into the past. Bestowed with a rare gift to travel back in time once a year, young Benny Jones has found love, but more than a century separates them, and
- [Lost Hollow by Donna S. Frelick](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/lost-hollow-by-donna-s-frelick/): One woman on a desperate hunt for her vanished twin and a secretive police chief holding his small-town secrets close make Lost Hollow by Donna S. Frelick a sinister and supernatural thrill. A missing person's case is anything but simple in Allenville, North Carolina, where outsiders are rare, and tampering with them is forbidden by
- [The Silent Pines by Curtis Myer](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/the-silent-pines-by-curtis-myer/): A slow-burning mystery with a stellar lead sleuth, The Silent Pines by Curtis Myer is a pastoral thriller with an ominous edge. In a rural Oregon town plagued by a rash of violent murders, newly arrived Sienna Kelly is quickly pulled into the suspicions and intrigue of a community on the edge. Her seemingly perfect
- [Review: Danger Lies Within by K.M. Krenik](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/07/review-danger-lies-within-by-k-m-krenik/): K.M. Krenik delivers a thrilling and timely warning with Danger Lies Within, a wildly imaginative first piece of the Ranfurly Mysteries series. A vigilante billionaire in a covert group of rebels is hunting those who prey on young women and children, but moonlighting as a crimefighter would be much easier with reliable childcare. Courtney is
- [Review: Base Oasis by Jack Dunsmoor](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/review-base-oasis-by-jack-dunsmoor/): A compelling and lesson-laden memoir that echoes with wisdom, Base Oasis: Finding My Way Home Again! by Jack Dunsmoor is a raw and unflinching collection of essays. From youthful confusion over his absent father and empathy for those mistreated by vicious societal systems to secret UFO sightings and casual violations of child labor laws, this
- [The Dark Mountain by Yona Katz](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/the-dark-mountain-by-yona-katz/): Raising the stakes on the first installment of The Rise of Penumbra series, The Dark Mountain by Yona Katz is a fantasy novel full of dark mystery, magic, and romance, rewarding readers with its wonderfully creative premise and precise attention to detailed world-building. Kadmiel is only 21, but he holds the highest position at the
- [In Praise of Billy Mays](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2009/07/in-praise-of-billy-mays/): When that ubiquitous television pitchman Billy Mays died recently, I had just started watching the reality series about him and his partner, Anthony Sullivan, appropriately called “Pitchmen”, on the Discovery Channel. I’ve done a lot of sales work over the years as “day jobs” supporting my writing career; so much so that I tend to
- [The Path to Trust by Andrews](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/the-path-to-trust-by-andrews/): The second volume in the gripping MacTire Legends fantasy series, The Path to Trust by Andrews is a colorful and well-plotted sequel centering on a community of werewolves on the isle of Luach in Ireland. With brilliant scene-setting, Andrews immerses readers into the secret world of these mystical creatures, reaching beyond genre tropes, and telling
- [The Man Who by Thom Cree](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/the-man-who-by-thom-cree/): A sensational collection of genre-defying stories, The Man Who by Thom Cree is a meticulously written work of prose, echoing Faulkner and Hemingway in each story's poetry and ambition. Trauma begetting revenge, wartime espionage, vigilante justice in forgotten places, and the seething tension of cultural clashes make this striking collection a suspenseful thrill. Savagely intimate,
- [Marvelous Days by Hayden Thompson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/marvelous-days-by-hayden-thompson/): Drawing readers into one man's decade of "senseless adventure," Hayden Thompson paints a stunning European portrait of leisure and boundless curiosity in Marvelous Days. A newly retired expat in search of fresh purpose, Kevin embraces his wanderlust and embarks on a sunset chapter of travel and discovery. Rich in allusion and detailed explorations of the
- [Naked Girl by Janna Brooke Wallack](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/naked-girl-by-janna-brooke-wallack/): A lyrical and unflinching dive into a radical childhood, Naked Girl by Janna Brooke Wallack is an emotive novel about the meaning of home when it is fleeting and ephemeral. Jackson is an enigmatic whirlwind of a father more interested in leading a coastal commune than raising two children, which leads Siddhi and Sienna to
- [The House of Laurel Lake by Ray Marcuss](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/the-house-of-laurel-lake-by-ray-marcuss/): Author Ray Marcuss challenges the lines of mortality, sanity and connection in The House of Laurel Lake, an emotionally charged novella about losing yourself and finding a way back. A career-ending event sends a detective into a new chapter of his life, but his respite in Florida with his niece is interrupted by a ghostly
- [Review: The Saga of the True: One by M.L. Frey](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/review-the-saga-of-the-true-one-by-m-l-frey/): An eternally changing castle, a noble race with an immortal legacy, and sinister forces of genocidal destruction make The Saga of the True: One by M.L. Frey an inspired work of fantasy. Five centuries ago, humanity cycled through yet another horrific collapse and were nearly eradicated by the forces of the undead arising to obliterate
- [The Sisterhood of Motherhood by Darla Nagel](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/the-sisterhood-of-motherhood-by-darla-nagel/): A touching novel about surrogacy, The Sisterhood of Motherhood by Darla Nagel is a sensitively penned and moving work of contemporary fiction. When Ivy Jean finds out that she won’t be able to have any more children due to the onset of aggressive cervical cancer, her sister-in-law Bethany offers to act as a surrogate mother,
- [From the Ashes by Shari Marshall](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/from-the-ashes-by-shari-marshall/): Someone is manipulating the free will of powerful Spellbinders in From the Ashes by Shari Marshall, the thrilling third installment of the magical Ember Files series. Still reeling from the death of his twin, Kyson Adelgrief lusts for blood and vengeance against the Influencers, forcing them to embark on an offensive rescue mission, but he
- [Sally O'Malley and the Pirate Gold by James E. Mullins](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/sally-omalley-and-the-pirate-gold-by-james-e-mullins/): A vividly inventive novel aimed at children with learning disabilities, Sally O'Malley and the Pirate Gold by James E. Mullins follows Sally, the charismatic daughter of a pirate captain, and her inseparable monkey, Mister Chitters, as they go on a treasure-hunting adventure. In this modern take on pirate fiction, Sally spies the sinister Patch-Eye Pete
- [Spiritual Enlightenment by L. Owen Paxton](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/spiritual-enlightenment-by-l-owen-paxton/): A gentle introduction to cognitive awakening and the power we all have to pursue mindful practices, Spiritual Enlightenment: A Guide to Awakening to Your True Self by L. Owen Paxton overflows with honesty, humor, lived experience, and relatable wisdom. Dissecting the oft-overlooked corners of our internal world, the book provides cognitive tools and strategies to
- [An Interview with Douglas L. Thomas: Author of The Incompetent Hero](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/an-interview-with-douglas-l-thomas-author-of-the-incompetent-hero/): Douglas L. Thomas was born and raised in Richmond, VA where he now lives with his energetic dog, Max. He's traveled around the world and visited many places, meeting all kinds of people along the way. His travels stoked a sense of adventure in him that led him to enjoy adventure novels filled with quests
- [Subversion by Ray Keating](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/subversion-by-ray-keating/): A dramatic and timely historical novel from Ray Keating, Subversion is a fast-moving international thriller rooted in faith and noble heroics in the face of evil. In pre-war 1930s, the violent scourge of Nazism is spreading on either side of the Atlantic, and the secretive Alliance of Saint Michael takes charge of protecting both the
- [The Valley of Stars by Yona Katz](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/the-valley-of-stars-by-yona-katz/): An outstanding first installment of The Rise of Penumbra series, The Valley of Stars by Yona Katz is an original work of fantasy with the symbolic weight of a fable. The novel tells the story of Asha, a young Star who gets thrown out of the sky and lands on Adama, where it is the
- [Outcasts by Jonathan Staten](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/outcasts-by-jonathan-staten/): A futuristic blur of sci-fi and dark fantasy, Outcasts, Book 3 in the Wardens Universe, by Jonathan Staten is a page-turning installment of this universe-jumping series. When a deadly enemy from the past unleashes a shadowy slaughter and a secret heist in the city of Sephria, the Augur-augmented Wardens of the Interstellar Space Association may
- [Review: Deathless Creatures by Katie Wilson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/review-deathless-creatures-by-katie-wilson/): A heartbroken young woman with a passion for art history and an apparent inability to die is introduced to the shadowy world of immortality in Deathless Creatures by Katie Wilson, a romantic and macabre vampire thriller. In the gloomy post-Covid world of Seattle, a tragic accident derails Sarah Woodward's life, but a chance encounter with
- [Additional Attendee by Josh Harper](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/additional-attendee-by-josh-harper/): A sarcastic and self-aware whodunit by Josh Harper, Additional Attendee is a smart, snarky, and satisfying high-rise mystery. A self-involved elder millennial named Paul is determined to catch his cheating wife in the act, but after finding a corpse, rather than a tryst, he ends up as a prime suspect in the suspected suitor's murder. To
- [Review: The Incompetent Hero by Douglas L. Thomas](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/review-the-incompetent-hero-by-douglas-l-thomas/): A parallel worlds fantasy that skillfully blends genres, The Incompetent Hero: Volume 1 by Douglas L. Thomas is a bold opening salvo for a high-octane series. Summoned along with six other honored heroes to the Kingdom of Aschheim, Echo 1 - a living weapon of war - wakes to find himself with a jewel-encrusted shield
- [Review: Time to Dance, Time to Die by Leonora](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/review-time-to-dance-time-to-die-by-leonora/): A captivating novel that intertwines the elegance of ballet with the ominous threads of a psychological thriller, Time to Dance, Time to Die: A Paranormal Tale of Devotion, Deceit, and Murder by Leonora provides both an insider’s look at the world of ballet and a chilling narrative of ambition turned deadly. Erica, a young and
- [The Tapestry of Science by V.G. Kumar Das](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/the-tapestry-of-science-by-v-g-kumar-das/): Encouraging a holistic synthesis of revolutionary ideas from the cutting-edge frontiers of modern research, The Tapestry of Science: A Multidisciplinary Review of Fundamental and Contemporary Topics by V.G. Kumar Das is a cross-sectional review of today's most exciting fields, and a prophetic glimpse at essential and inevitable technologies to come. From timely subjects like potable
- [Review: Beyond the Vows by Alvin Dorsey Jr.](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/review-beyond-the-vows-by-alvin-dorsey-jr/): Beyond the Vows: Navigating the Depths of Marriage and Divorce by Alvin Dorsey Jr. is an all-embracing guide on marriage and divorce that sheds incisive light on the most private aspects of relationships as they start, develop, and - in some unfortunate cases - come to an end. Exploring the nuanced emotions that arise in
- [A Dragon of the Veil by Nick Snape](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/a-dragon-of-the-veil-by-nick-snape/): Introducing an elaborate new world of wicked queens, wyrms, and unlikely antiheroes, A Dragon of the Veil by Nick Snape is a classic genre escape that artfully mixes elements of arcanepunk and high fantasy. In a world where the entrenched forces of tradition and religion are being strengthened by ominously familiar science and technology, a
- [Review: Le Yankee Noir by Samuel E. Pair](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/review-le-yankee-noir-by-samuel-e-pair/): Earnestly exploring the perennial struggle of being a stranger in a strange land, Le Yankee Noir: The Power of Acceptance by Samuel E. Pair is a powerful reflection on communication, respect, and the revelatory nature of connection. In the midst of a modest career in the aerospace industry, Samuel E. Pair was offered an unexpected
- [Review: Walking with Evaristo by Christian Nill](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/review-walking-with-evaristo-by-christian-nill/): Passionate and personal confessions from a justice-driven storyteller, Walking With Evaristo: A Memoir of Celebration and Tragedy in the Land of the Achí Maya by Christian Nill is a captivating account of a nearly forgotten calamity. After embarking on a journey to Guatemala for extended service in the Peace Corps, the author is exposed to
- [Review: Stress, Anxiety and Panic Attack Relief for Teens and Adults by Kris Knack Noeldner](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/review-stress-anxiety-and-panic-attack-relief-for-teens-and-adults-by-kris-knack-noeldner/): Detailing the causes of and potential treatments for mental health struggles in our modern age, Stress, Anxiety, and Panic Attack Relief for Teens & Adults: 13 Proven Holistic & Conventional Techniques for a Happier Life in a Stressful World by Kris Knack Noeldner is a quick and clear-eyed read with valuable advice relevant to most
- [An Interview with Bob Ashley: Co-Author of A Photographic History of Snakebite Treatments](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/an-interview-with-bob-ashley-co-author-of-a-photographic-history-of-snakebite-treatments/): Bob Ashley is a herpetologist, serial entrepreneur, and museum director. He has a lifelong passion for reptiles and amphibians, beginning with a childhood fascination with the local turtles and snakes in his home state of Michigan. He’s turned that passion into a multifaceted career with a theme of advocacy and education. Bob founded ECO Wear
- [Something About Lizzy by Robin Elizabeth Kobayashi](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/something-about-lizzy-by-robin-elizabeth-kobayashi/): A clever continuation of Jane Austen's literary legacy, Something About Lizzy: Family Secrets Post-Pride and Prejudice by Robin Elizabeth Kobayashi is an emotionally penned testament to female friendship and self-discovery. Navigating her sixteenth year in the company of her cousin Elizabeth Darcy, young Sofia-Elisabete learns that even a seemingly perfect life can be rife with
- [Glitches of Gods by Jurgen "Jojo" Appelo](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/glitches-of-gods-by-jurgen-jojo-appelo/): A near-future techno-thriller that obliterates the line between sentience and software, Glitches of Gods by Jurgen “Jojo” Appelo is a mind-bending work of visionary sci-fi. Still haunted by a deadly technological blunder from his past, Julien doesn't trust himself to make another near-sentient AI, but if he doesn't do it, someone else surely will. Before
- [Baumed by Chris Kassel](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/baumed-by-chris-kassel/): Whimsical, wildly creative, and laced with contemporary wisdom, Baumed by Chris Kassel is an innovative addition to Oz-inspired lore. Dorothy awakes from her legendary time away, which her guardians suspiciously deny, saying she had been in a brief comatose state. Auntie Em and Uncle Henry insist that she never left the house, let alone Kansas,
- [Feisty Deeds, Edited by Carolyn Korsmeyer, Christy Matheson, Elaine Schroller and Kimberly Sullivan](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/feisty-deeds-edited-by-carolyn-korsmeyer-christy-matheson-elaine-schroller-and-kimberly-sullivan/): A necessary fictional plunge into the annals of history's unsung heroes, Feisty Deeds: Historical Fictions of Daring Women is a perfectly curated collection of fearless women making their mark on the world. From charming murderesses and devoted patriots to battlefield heroines and rebellious homemakers, these tales of extraordinary women and their dangerous deeds span centuries
- [I was accused of using AI in my writing work. Here's what I found.](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/i-was-accused-of-using-ai-in-my-writing-work-heres-what-i-found/): As AI apps flood the internet, how do they affect authors and editors? Is AI really such a massive deal? Is there a real concern for writers and book professionals? Cate Baum finds the answers are not what you might think. This week, after spending four hours re-writing an author’s blurb for his new novel,
- [La Hoja de Ruta Fiscal y Financiera para los Españoles en EE.UU. by Peter Dougherty](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/la-hoja-de-ruta-fiscal-y-financiera-para-los-espanoles-en-ee-uu-by-peter-dougherty/): La Hoja de Ruta Fiscal y Financiera para los Españoles en EE.UU. by Madrid-based finance professional Pete Dougherty is a short, handy book intended for Spanish citizens who need to understand banking and taxes in the US. The book is divided into sections describing various aspects of culture, banking, and taxation, as well as the
- [Review: The Wounded Turtle by Michèle Halpern, Illustrated by Martyna Nejman](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/review-the-wounded-turtle-by-michele-halpern-illustrated-by-martyna-nejman/): A poignant narrative that seamlessly weaves themes of resilience, community, and the imperatives of healing and recovery, The Wounded Turtle by Michèle Halpern with illustrations by Martyna Nejman is a charming read for all ages. Told through the allegorical journey of an injured turtle, the book captures the essence of vulnerability and the power of
- [Review: South Korea: The Price of Efficiency and Success by Dr. John Gonzalez and Young Lee](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/review-south-korea-the-price-of-efficiency-and-success-by-dr-john-gonzalez-and-young-lee/): Uncovering the complex truths behind one nation's remarkable transformation, South Korea: The Price of Efficiency and Success by Dr. John Gonzalez and Young Lee is a probing and edifying read. A nuanced dissection of Korean culture and the factors influencing its renaissance as an economic leader on the world stage, this engaging portrait of a
- [See the Good/God in Everything by Regina Clifford](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/06/see-the-good-god-in-everything-by-regina-clifford/): A hilarious, moving, and informative account of motherhood, See the Good/God in Everything: The Secret to Inspire Gratitude, Build Hope and Find Joy in Every Day by Regina Clifford is an inspiring guide, interspersed with prayers and biblical citations. Imbued with the author’s endearing sense of humor and her deep religious faith, the book touches
- [Review: Dissonance Volume II: Reckoning by Aaron Ryan](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/review-dissonance-volume-ii-reckoning-by-aaron-ryan/): Rebellious warriors defy power and the odds in Dissonance Volume II: Reckoning by Aaron Ryan, a hellish but hopeful vision of humanity's future. A raw and hard-nosed thrill from start to finish, this post-apocalyptic thriller features flesh-eating aliens with psychic paralysis weapons, and picks right up where the first volume left off - with Sergeant
- [Human, Flawed, Forgiven by Selma J. Geis](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/human-flawed-forgiven-by-selma-j-geis/): Selma J. Geis explores the idea of forgiveness as an act of self-love in Human, Flawed, Forgiven: Letting Go of Blame and Resentment Toward Your Parents (For Your Own Sake), a sensitively written and compassionate book aimed at forgiving abusive or neglectful parents. While forgiveness can be a tall order, Geis makes a methodical case
- [Review: The Black Wall of Silence Part I by George H. Butcher III](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/review-the-black-wall-of-silence-part-i-by-george-h-butcher-iii/): A searing takedown of the federal judiciary at its highest levels, The Black Wall of Silence Part 1: The Judiciary’s Immorality, Cruelty, and Arrogance About Corruption by George H. Butcher III is an impassioned argument worthy of widespread deliberation in the court of public opinion. While this first part of a longer series covers only
- [Strange New Variations on Life by James Pryor](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/strange-new-variations-on-life-by-james-pryor/): A compelling work of sci-fi dystopian fiction that hits satirically close to home, Strange New Variations on Life: Escape from Planet Earth (The Pystead Group Book 2) by James Pryor is an expansive and thrilling continuation of this wholly original series, which sees the ambitious Pystead pilgrims leave Earth's unsafe seas and take to the
- [Review: The Bear & the Rose by E.K. Larson-Burnett](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/review-the-bear-and-the-rose-by-e-k-larson-burnett/): A haunted hero risks everything to break the curse of her violent calling in The Bear & the Rose by E.K. Larson-Burnett, a lyrical masterpiece of fantasy and creativity. In a supernaturally crafted world of animalistic tradition, magic, and the looming specter of doom from bears both living and dead, one relentless Bearslayer is determined
- [An Interview with Anthony Lee: Author of Doctor Lucifer](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/an-interview-with-anthony-lee-author-of-doctor-lucifer/): Anthony Lee has a unique background in medicine. After graduating from medical school, he switched from clinical medicine to health technology assessment, analyzing new medical tests and treatments in a career spanning over 15 years. As a writer, he found inspiration in a variety of literary works, both contemporary and classic. He has especially discovered
- [Review: Two by Nathan Nicolau](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/review-two-by-nathan-nicolau/): A pair of young strangers embark on an unconventional odyssey through Charlotte, North Carolina in Two, a quietly wise novel by Nathan Nicolau. When Howl observes Ella reciting a passionate soliloquy to a statue in the park, he breaks out of his comfort zone to get some answers. As their day intertwines, small talk turns
- [An Ocean Life by T.R. Cotwell](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/an-ocean-life-by-t-r-cotwell/): Legend mixes with mortality in An Ocean Life by T.R. Cotwell, an unpredictable dive into the nuances of nature and the loyalty of the human heart. When a perennial entrepreneur takes a vacation to Hawaii, he intends to reconnect with his family and disconnect from the world of investors and startups. However, he soon learns
- [Review: Gracious Nature by Robert J. Tiess](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/review-gracious-nature-by-robert-j-tiess/): A tender and timely reflection on our beloved planet, Gracious Nature: Poems on Earth and Life by Robert J. Tiess is a poetic love song to the land we so often overlook. With an unwavering reverence for life that loyal readers will recognize, this latest collection winds from playful and self-reflective to dramatic and dire,
- [Collapse of the Time Web by Q E Daniels](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/collapse-of-the-time-web-by-q-e-daniels/): In a mystical crawlspace under Heaven, one rebellious angel dares to rewrite the rules of reality and destiny in Collapse of the Time Web by Q E Daniels, a thrilling puzzle of mythological proportions. Frustrated by the endless self-destruction of entire worlds, and the apparent indifference from other gods of the Pantheon, Meandyra the time-braider
- [Review: A Photographic History of Snakebite Treatments by Bob Ashley,  Charles F. Smith, and Gordon W. Schuett](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/review-a-photographic-history-of-snakebite-treatments-by-bob-ashley-charles-f-smith-and-gordon-w-schuett/): An informative and passionately penned book that will leave readers better prepared and protected the next time they cross paths with the slithering species, A Photographic History of Snakebite Treatments: Bad Medicine, Snake Oil, Potions, Elixirs and Kits by Bob Ashley, Charles F. Smith, and Gordon W. Schuett is a surprisingly eye-opening and entertaining account
- [The Reflection of the Raidin by Susan L. Markloff](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/the-reflection-of-the-raidin-by-susan-l-markloff/): The third installment of a spectacularly creative series, The Reflection of the Raidin by Susan L. Markloff expands the adventures of the Human-Born to another world, as Jen Monroe continues her path as a chosen savior for the fantastical realm of Tillion, for a whip-smart and wildly entertaining continuation of the Human-Born Era series. While
- [The Pystead Group by James Pryor](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/the-pystead-group-by-james-pryor-2/): A dark prophecy for America wrapped in a dystopic thriller, The Pystead Group: Daring To Be by James Pryor is a gritty examination of tyranny, technology, and the mind-bending realm of cognitive science. Beginning a new chapter of life away from the oppressive regimes of the American mainland, Phillip unwittingly aligns himself with a shadowy
- [Athens Ophelia The Partitioner: Doemitonal Magic by Zachary Aneiress](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/athens-ophelia-the-partitioner-doemitonal-magic-by-zachary-aneiress/): Aneiress Torian is back for another engrossing adventure with his eccentric cadre of companions in Athens Ophelia The Partitioner: Doemitonal Magic by Zachary Aneiress. The son of Athena's ever-growing powers are no match for the delicate act of introducing your first boyfriend to your father, but when a sinister force from the underworld threatens to
- [An Interview with Sam Torode: Author The Dirty Parts of the Bible, Silver Winner of the 2023 SPR Book Awards](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/an-interview-with-sam-torode-author-the-dirty-parts-of-the-bible-silver-winner-of-the-2023-spr-book-awards/): Sam Torode creates books that entertain, inform, and inspire. He’s the author of a bestselling humorous novel, The Dirty Parts of the Bible - now a graphic novel - and paraphrase editions of classic wisdom books from philosophers like Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius, and Ralph Waldo Emerson, including Living from the Soul, Secrets of the Mind,
- [What To Do When The Problem Is You? by Janak Alford](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/what-to-do-when-the-problem-is-you-by-janak-alford/): An illustrated book of self-help for all ages, What To Do When The Problem Is You? A Picture Book for Leaders by Janak Alford is a refreshingly humorous and straightforward look at some of our worst habits. Unfolding like a children's book with a picture and short rhyming stanza, the book takes on issues such
- [Review: The Dinosaurs of Appalachia by Alex McLean](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/review-the-dinosaurs-of-appalachia-by-alex-mclean/): The Dinosaurs of Appalachia by Alex McLean is a vibrant tapestry woven from the threads of prehistoric life, scientific discovery, and the enchanting world of dinosaurs on the East Coast of the US. Through the eyes of its captivating dinosaur characters, the book invites readers on an expedition back to the Mesozoic Era, offering both
- [Five Ways To Self-Publish Your Book in 2024](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/five-ways-to-self-publish-your-book-in-2024/): Here are the main five methods in 2024 to self-publish, with advantages and disadvantages. Amazon KDP The easiest choice for self-publishing on both paperback and Kindle, Amazon holds the lion's share when it comes to distribution and sales, meaning you will get the best platform and the quickest to reach readers, as long as you
- [In the Sight of God and Man by Drew Signor](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/in-the-sight-of-god-and-man-by-drew-signor/): In The Sight of God and Man: A Cowboy Novella by Drew Signor is a classic Western that masterfully blends vivid lyricism, emotional longing, and thirst for retribution. When sinister gunslinger Randy Thompson guns down two innocent people on the streets of Ruidoso, Penryn Llloyd vows revenge - a story that may seem familiar in
- [The Boundaries Book That Will Transform Your Life by Mindful Matters Institute & Angela Hoyos](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/the-boundaries-book-that-will-transform-your-life-by-mindful-matters-institute-angela-hoyos/): An eye-opening work of self-help with an often overlooked focus, The Boundaries Book That Will Transform Your Life: A Guide on Dealing with Emotional Abuse is an illuminating examination into how boundary setting with family, friends, and significant others can be the most important step towards self-worth. While much self-help literature focuses on personal faults,
- [Review: The Guide by Greg Munck](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/review-the-guide-by-greg-munck/): A straight-shooting memoir of turmoil and triumph on the many battlefields of life, The Guide: Survival, Warfighting, Peacemaking by Greg Munck is an astute and unflinching look at military life through the eyes of a native son. Carrying readers through decades of growing up too fast, straightening out in the Marine Corps, falling in love,
- [A Book Without a Title by Sonii Marie](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/a-book-without-a-title-by-sonii-marie/): A gripping narrative of a woman's harrowing battle with her inner demons and the societal shadows that loom large, A Book Without a Title by Sonii Marie offers an intimate and powerful reckoning with personal vulnerability. Reading as a kind of confessional manifesto, Marie's writing unfolds like prose poetry, unveiling raw moments of self-doubt and
- [Review: Her Own War by Debra Borchert](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/review-her-own-war-by-debra-borchert/): The divisive tragedy of war pulls a fearless fighter from the vineyard to the front lines in Her Own War by Debra Borchert, a gripping and lyrical work of historical fiction. A French pastoral romance and a wartime thriller, this novel begins with slow world-building and character development, giving readers a probing look into Genevieve's
- [The Scorching by Nick Snape](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/the-scorching-by-nick-snape/): Flipping the paradigm of human domination on its head, The Scorching: Just Press Play by Nick Snape is an inventive new sci-fi series that reimagines survival for our species, carving its own niche in a hugely entertaining mash-up of post-apocalyptic, alien invasion, and climate fiction. The titular apocalyptic event has driven humans underground and under
- [Tree Pose by Susan Rogers & John Roosen](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/tree-pose-by-susan-rogers-john-roosen/): Deadly secrets from a buried life threaten to disrupt one man's brief peek at happiness in Tree Pose by Susan Rogers and John Roosen, a high-octane adventure Down Under. Ric and Elaina are finally settling into something resembling a relationship after a tumultuous and traumatic year, but as his past threatens to catch up with
- [Cobra Pose by Susan Rogers & John Roosen](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/03/cobra-pose-by-susan-rogers-john-roosen/): Two amateur sleuths unravel a viciously clever scheme to destabilize Australia and rob it blind in Cobra Pose by Susan Rogers and John Roosen, the second installment of their fast-paced Yoga Mat Mysteries series. When Elaina's father drops off the map following a cryptic phone call, she turns to her freshly returned lover, Ric, for
- [Review: Doctor Lucifer by Anthony Lee](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/review-doctor-lucifer-by-anthony-lee/): Medical malpractice takes on a whole new meaning in Doctor Lucifer by Anthony Lee, a disturbing and dark peek into the vulnerabilities of the medical system and the quiet heroes who keep it safe. A nightmarish and deadly shift in the hospital for Dr. Mark Lin leaves his confidence shaken and his credibility in question,
- [The Little Black Book of Birthday Wisdom by Mike Kowis, Esq.](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/the-little-black-book-of-birthday-wisdom-by-mike-kowis-esq/): A humorous and heartfelt gathering of musings to ease our worries about getting older, The Little Black Book of Birthday Wisdom: Quotes on Aging, Life, and Birthday Cake by Mike Kowis, Esq. is a clever and entertaining guide that also includes some surprisingly sage wisdom. Casually divided into themed chapters of quotes, aphorisms, and advice
- [Review: The Day of the Space Voyager by James Parker Walker](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/review-the-day-of-the-space-voyager-by-james-parker-walker/): A reluctant hero's journey of self-discovery like no other, The Day of the Space Voyager by James Parker Walker is a gripping tale of aliens, angels, and ancient protectors of the stars. When a solitary thinker, William Henry, encounters an interstellar traveler named Axzum one cold Colorado night, he is launched on an incredible journey
- [A Wildflower in the Dark by Michael E. Kozak](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/a-wildflower-in-the-dark-by-michael-e-kozak/): A genre-hopping work of speculative fiction, A Wildflower in the Dark by Michael E. Kozak is a wholly inventive mixture of dystopian and supernatural fiction. Set in a post-apocalyptic 2192, Gretan Hutchen, a man marked by a life of adversity and miraculous survival, embarks on a journey that is as introspective as it is perilous.
- [Nevada Lowball by Antonio Nicassio](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/nevada-lowball-by-antonio-nicassio/): A sniper without a war to fight finds himself in crosshairs much closer to home in Nevada Lowball by Antonio Nicassio, a fast-paced drama of brotherhood and desperation. After leaving the military, Wes chooses to settle down into a simple hometown life with his new wife, rather than seek out a new battlefield as hired
- [Review: The Last Refuge by Christina Bacilieri](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/review-the-last-refuge-by-christina-bacilieri/): In a once-magical realm now ruled by an iron fist, one young woman must liberate the forces within to change the world, and save those she loves, in The Last Refuge by Christina Bacilieri. A rebellious YA fantasy thriller with an apocalyptic edge, this first installment of the Stealing Sanctuary series is a stunning foundation
- [Review: Bargaining Chip by Jim Parker](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/review-bargaining-chip-by-jim-parker/): Putting a fictional spin on a real-world conflict, Bargaining Chip by Jim Parker is a bold and nuanced reimagining of Putin's war against Ukraine, resulting in a tense and timely thriller. In this slightly tweaked reality, the Russian superpower has found the scrappy Ukrainian military to be a surprisingly resilient enemy, and while victories and
- [Review: The Water Mage by T.J. Ripley](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/review-the-water-mage-by-t-j-ripley/): Whimsical and contemporary, The Water Mage by T.J. Ripley is a compelling first installment of the Lord of Chaos fantasy series. After receiving a mysterious adventure pack on his doorstep, complete with a mind-focusing ring, Eliot Johnstone, a remarkably average high school student, finds himself plunged into a high-stakes medieval world of dwarves, imps, elves,
- [Review: How to Get a Job and Keep a Job by Keith Calhoun-Senghor](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/review-how-to-get-a-job-and-keep-a-job-by-keith-calhoun-senghor/): Dissecting the intricacies of professional success and sharing strategies to rise above organizational chaos, How to Get a Job and Keep a Job: The Fundamentals of Organizational Politics by Keith Calhoun-Senghor is a practical collection of savvy wisdom. With the first few chapters focusing on the skills one needs to get a job, and the
- [Court of Fey (The Rules of Magic Book 2) by Lance Horsman](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/05/court-of-fey-the-rules-of-magic-book-2-by-lance-horsman/): A thrilling plunge into modern magic, Court of Fey by Lance Horsman is an innovative second piece of his ambitious series, The Rules of Magic. A new queen of the Fey has been chosen, which means that Eddie Burma and his loyal clan of mages must wade into the deadly political waters of the Unseelie
- [Quiet Quit and Fully Live by Matthew Hess](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/quiet-quit-and-fully-live-by-matthew-hess/): Offering a refreshing perspective on a controversial modern phenomenon, Quiet Quit and Fully Live: Take Back Your Time, Energy, and Life Through Ethical Disengagement by Matthew Hess guides readers through the psychological and behavioral steps of retaking control of one's life and labor - the idea of doing the minimal requirements at work for maximum
- [Review: Finding Isobel by Mary Behan](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/review-finding-isobel-by-mary-behan/): An absorbing and poignant novel about a woman's search for identity and path in life, Finding Isobel by Mary Behan examines the complex and painful choices that can rip families apart, as well as the kind, loving choices that can bring families together. Isobel has always had nagging questions about her roots, as her adoptive
- [Review: Whirlwinds, Waves, and Willow by Flo Dombey](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/review-whirlwinds-waves-and-willow-by-flo-dombey/): Unexpected romance, deadly betrayals, and the perils of complex families swirl madly together in Whirlwinds, Waves, and Willow by Flo Dombey, the second emotional installment of The Willow Chronicle. Willow's life has been turned upside-down by the reappearance of a biological father she thought long dead, making every decision feel unsteady for the headstrong 17-year-old,
- [Understanding Baby’s Cues by Anita P. Skye](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/understanding-babys-cues-by-anita-p-skye/): Understanding Baby’s Cues: Purple Crying vs Normal Crying by Anita P. Skye offers essential guidance for interpreting infant behavior, with a special emphasis on the types of crying parents will encounter. Well-organized, covering the basics as well as many issues parents may not have even thought of, Skye sensitively guides parents through every possible permutation
- [Flow by Fred Hilgenfeldt](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/flow-by-fred-hilgenfeldt/): Driven by an understanding that the only universal constant is change, Flow: A Guide to Personal Transformation in Mind, Spirit and Action by Fred Hilgenfeldt is a brilliant mix of spirituality and self-improvement. Offering relatable advice on improving our fluid relationships with the world and people around us, this reflective and interactive book touches on
- [Wild Running by Rebecca Wallick](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/wild-running-by-rebecca-wallick/): A personal and original reflection on nature, resilience, and the indescribable bonds we form with our canine companions, Wild Running: Lessons from Dogs, Wolves, and the Natural World by Rebecca Wallick is a stunning memoir. Spinning evocative stories from deep in the Idaho forest, whether it's trail-running beside her beloved Malamutes, facing down wolves, or
- [Review: The Spire by Shaun Goldsmith](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/review-the-spire-by-shaun-goldsmith/): Stark and suspenseful with a daunting tangle of a plot, The Spire by Shaun Goldsmith is a lavishly unpredictable and compelling whodunit. The story begins with a bang - a quadruple homicide in a lavish penthouse on the 75th floor of one of the most secure and surveilled buildings in Midtown Manhattan. What follows is
- [Review: Nemesis Earth (Weapons of Choice Book 8) by Nick Snape](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/02/review-nemesis-earth-weapons-of-choice-book-8-by-nick-snape/): Bringing the genre-pushing Weapons of Choice saga to a fitting and explosive end, Nemesis Earth by Nick Snape is an all-out clash of titans, large and small, which will decide if humanity survives its apocalyptic alien incursion. As the ravenous and unforgiving Garr continue their conquest, the surviving shreds of human resistance are desperate to
- [Review: The Great Being by Bill Harvey](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/review-the-great-being-by-bill-harvey/): An eon-spanning epically creative work of visionary alternate history, The Great Being by Bill Harvey is a sprawling parable about the powerful forces behind our interconnected existence. After the Nothingness came into awareness of itself 14 billion years ago, it began to create energetic bodies and fantastical creatures, which spread out across the vast cosmos,
- [Review: Her Own Revolution by Debra Borchert](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/04/review-her-own-revolution-by-debra-borchert/): An empowering and dramatic story of romance in deeply troubled times, Her Own Revolution by Debra Borchert is an authentic period novel with a fearless female lead. From the novel's bold opening line to the heartwarming final proposal, this book is carefully crafted by a master of relationships and emotional tension, for a tightly written,
- [An Interview with James McKenna: Author of October's Journey, Winner of the 2023 SPR Book Awards](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/an-interview-with-james-mckenna-author-of-octobers-journey-winner-of-the-2023-spr-book-awards/): James McKenna is retired, living in southern Minnesota, and feels it is important for a person to keep active. That being said, he is an author whose style of writing is keenly reminiscent of that style made popular in the 19th century. Tell us about your book. My book is a tale about a young
- [An Interview with E.K. Larson-Burnett: Author of The Bear and the Rose, Bronze Winner of the 2023 SPR Book Awards](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/an-interview-with-e-k-larson-burnett-author-of-the-bear-and-the-rose-bronze-winner-of-the-2023-spr-book-awards/): E.K. Larson-Burnett is a born-and-raised Southerner currently living in Katy, Texas, with her husband and their small domestic zoo. She is an avid ink drinker who lives and breathes books - during the day, she works remotely with authors around the world, honing and perfecting books published through Atmosphere Press. By night, she crafts her
- [Review: An October's Journey: Poe's Final Gift by James McKenna](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/review-an-octobers-journey-poes-final-gift-by-james-mckenna/): Luring readers into a carefully crafted tale of supernatural mystery, author James McKenna delivers a profoundly puckish novel in An October's Journey: Poe's Final Gift. On October 1, 1849, on the occasion of his 22nd birthday, Jonathan Brandt's party is graced and haunted by his father's old friend “Eddy,” though the world better knows him
- [Awesome Battles for Kids: The Ancient Wars by Ryan Rhoderick](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/awesome-battles-for-kids-the-ancient-wars-by-ryan-rhoderick/): Bringing storybook history into sharp and fascinating focus, Awesome Battles for Kids: The Ancient Wars by Ryan Rhoderick is a thrilling peek into epic conflicts of the ancient past. From chariot clashes in Egypt and city-state strife in Greece to the brilliance of Alexander the Great and the legendary defeat of Xerxes, this book is
- [Stellar Harmony by Morgan Sterling](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/stellar-harmony-by-morgan-sterling/): Morgan Sterling's Stellar Harmony: A Celestial Love Story beautifully captures the unlikely romance between Langston, an astrophysics professor caught between the worlds of academia and his South Side Chicago roots, and Aurora, a talented musician healing from past betrayal. Set among the lives of artists and fans, the couple's story unfolds with an authenticity that
- [The Last Show on Earth by Tim Galbraith](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/the-last-show-on-earth-by-tim-galbraith/): In The Last Show on Earth, author Tim Galbraith presents a riveting exploration of a post-rapture world where humanity grapples with its place in a universe abandoned by God. 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
- [I’d Rather Be Dead Than Deaf by E. Adrienne Wilson, Edited by Andrea Wilson Woods](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/id-rather-be-dead-than-deaf-by-e-adrienne-wilson-edited-by-andrea-wilson-woods/): In a stirring and unique memoir, I’d Rather Be Dead Than Deaf: A Young Woman’s Journey with Liver Cancer, E. Adrienne Wilson captures the essence of her teenage years, her battle with cancer, and her profound reflections on life through journal entries and vibrant artwork. Put together by her sister, this compilation of writing and
- [Diary of the Broken by Malachi Lambert](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/diary-of-the-broken-by-malachi-lambert/): In the dark and lonely spiral of grief following the death of his beloved wife, Aaron returns to old comforting demons, even as his friends and children try to pull him back from the brink of crushing sorrow in Diary of the Broken by Malachi Lambert, a raw and relentless tale of loss. From the
- [Body Wisdom by Cathy Williams](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/body-wisdom-by-cathy-williams/): A uniquely crafted self-help memoir, Body Wisdom: A Guide To Connecting With Your Intuitive Self by Cathy Williams invites readers to tap into the interconnection of mind and body, learn to trust their instincts, and develop better forms of self-love and protection. Featuring a visually stimulating format of illustrations, poetry, and essential featured text, this
- [Review: Insane Angels by Edward Nicholls](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/02/review-insane-angels-by-edward-nicholls/): Miracles happen in the most unlikely places in Insane Angels by Edward Nicholls, a whip-smart peek into higher powers, both human and divine. The only thing that can make a hangover worse - or at least weirder - is finding a halo inexplicably hanging above your head, and that is precisely the predicament of the
- [The Bureau of Undead Investigators by Connor Mackay](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/the-bureau-of-undead-investigators-by-connor-mackay/): The City of Angels is in dire need of saving from an undead apocalypse in The Bureau of Undead Investigation by Connor Mackay, a whip-smart buddy cop zombie thriller. 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.
- [Telling It All by Jenna Casey, PsyD](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/telling-it-all-by-jenna-casey-psyd/): An unassuming yet continually compelling poetry collection, Telling It All: Trauma And the Unspeakable Truths by Jenna Casey, PsyD is a minimalistic exploration of unavoidable suffering and the need for resilience. Varied in poetic form and style, but sharply focused on past trauma, pain, grief, and loss, Casey's vulnerable poetry is raw and relentless in
- [Simon's Dream of Tomorrow's Structure by Jeremy Howe](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/simons-dream-of-tomorrows-structure-by-jeremy-howe/): A dimension-bending, time-leaping adventure through past lives and nightmare realms, Simon's Dream of Tomorrow's Structure by Jeremy Howe is the sprawling second piece of a genre-defying series. Simon Verner may have bested his brother Mubiru once, continuing their ancient cycle of epic conflict, but the villains of the dying Dark Dimension have a new scheme
- [Always Something Heartfelt by Ashton Harper](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/always-something-heartfelt-by-ashton-harper/): 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,
- [Divergent Realms, Edited by Riley Odell](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/divergent-realms-edited-by-riley-odell/): Delivering a mind-bending, sensorial, and wildly enjoyable read, Divergent Realms: Science Fiction and Fantasy Stories About Neurodivergence, compiled by Riley Odell, is a collection of meticulously crafted cutting-edge fiction. From rescue missions outside reality and century-long space journeys to picking cursed flowers in twisted fairy tales, these visionary stories blur the fringes of science and
- [Review: Om Vel Way by Seval Seer](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/02/review-om-vel-way-by-seval-seer/): Eye-opening, mind-expanding, and relentlessly hopeful, Om Vel Way: Be Happy and Make Happy by Seval Seer is a well-crafted guide for the journey of self-actualization. Part memoir and part spiritual textbook, the author patiently explicates much of what he has learned over decades of study and presents practical techniques for readers to apply those lessons
- [Chicks and Dice by Normand Pigeon](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/04/chicks-and-dice-by-normand-pigeon/): A decadent plunge into the endless desires and hidden dangers of life in Sin City, Chicks and Dice: A Las Vegas Romance by Normand Pigeon is a glitzy romp through the wilds of sex, power, and Bacchanalian temptation. For a man who makes his living creating the facade of attraction, falling in actual love is
- [Review: From Utopia to the American Dream by John Czingula](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/review-from-utopia-to-the-american-dream-by-john-czingula/): From homemade bunkers in rural Hungary to the bright lights of Hollywood, author John Czingula takes readers through the historic highs and lows of a unique life in his memoir, From Utopia to the American Dream. Exploring the perils of living in a communist country and celebrating the freedom of opportunity in a new world,
- [Wholly Naomi by Louise Gilbert](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/wholly-naomi-by-louise-gilbert/): A captivating exploration of self-discovery and transformation, Wholly Naomi: One Woman, Nine Numbers, and a Cat Looking for Love by Louise Gilbert is a captivating combination of fiction and self-help. 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
- [Review: Clans by Frederick Albert](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/02/review-clans-by-frederick-albert/): Showing the rise and fall of beliefs in two men connected by loyalty and brotherhood, Clans by Frederick Albert is a modern-day musing on race relations and the gap of ideologies still fracturing America. Jimmy Brett is doing all right for himself, enjoying the fruits of early internet success, including a fancy Jaguar and a
- [Tribal Logic by Stella Atrium](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/tribal-logic-by-stella-atrium/): Stella Atrium delivers the resounding final chapter of The Tribal Wars series with Tribal Logic, an electrifying conclusion to her speculative fiction saga. 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
- [Review: The Clock in the Water by Crissi McDonald](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/review-the-clock-in-the-water-by-crissi-mcdonald/): The Clock in the Water by Crissi McDonald is a startlingly original take on magic realism - a mixture of mythic fantasy and romance. Set in the present day on an island in the Pacific Northwest, the novel uses the ocean in all its depth and mystery as a backdrop for a story about love,
- [Review: A Summer of War by Lynn Mason](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/review-a-summer-of-war-by-lynn-mason/): A breathless tale of violence and love, A Summer of War by Lynn Mason is a gripping plunge into the jungles of Vietnam, told through an evocative and refreshing lens. When a misogynistic military bureaucrat tells reporter Chris McKenna that the Mekong Delta is no place for a woman, she smells a story, so she
- [Review: The Buddha and the Bee by Cory Mortensen](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/review-the-buddha-and-the-bee-by-cory-mortensen/): Inviting readers on a wild ride from Minnesota to California, The Buddha and the Bee: Biking through America's Forgotten Roadways on an Accidental Journey of Discovery by Cory Mortensen is an atypical adventure for wanderers and workplace dreamers alike. Part road guide and part diary, biking lovers can follow the well-laid route on these pages,
- [Legacy: Wisdom of African Traditions and the Bible by Chris Morehouse](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/legacy-wisdom-of-african-traditions-and-the-bible-by-chris-morehouse/): Legacy: Wisdom of African Traditions and the Bible masterfully intertwines African proverbs with biblical passages, revealing the rich tapestry of human wisdom through the ages, and displaying the interconnectedness between different cultures. With over three dozen topics and numerous proverbs paralleled with Bible verses, spanning such themes as forgiveness and anger, the book is a
- [Review: Drakomunda by Guy Quartley](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/review-drakomunda-by-guy-quartley/): Warlocks, demons, serpents, and shadows collide in Drakomunda by Guy Quartley, a riveting plunge into a fresh universe of magic, myth, and murder. Ambitious fantasy fans will quickly sink into the endless battles and betrayals, romances, tribal rebellions, and surreal scenes of dark magic that come alive through Quartley's evocative prose. The novel is broken
- [Review: Deferred Redemptions by G.E. Russell](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/review-deferred-redemptions-by-g-e-russell/): A stark and intimate collection of four stories that explore the bonds of loyalty and the complex relationships humans have with change, Deferred Redemptions by G.E. Russell is an unassuming but powerful work of contemporary writing. “Somewhere Sister” is the novella of the collection, detailing the lives of Esmeralda and Esperanza, two sisters living in
- [The Bench by Frank C. Senia](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/the-bench-by-frank-c-senia/): Delivering an emotional reflection on connection, loss, and second chances, The Bench by Frank C. Senia is an uplifting portrait of love amidst graceful aging. Tenderly detailing the sunset memoir of Willy, who experiences a rekindled passion for life after reconnecting with an old crush, this touching story provides a perspective on intimacy that contemporary
- [Professor Hex vs. Texas Men by Melanie Sovran Wolfe](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/professor-hex-vs-texas-men-by-melanie-sovran-wolfe/): A satire that is both empowering and surreal, Professor Hex vs. Texas Men by Melanie Sovran Wolfe is a deliciously twisted take on the gender inequalities still plaguing a supposedly modern America. When a Texas woman is put on trial for the "crime" of a miscarriage, a righteously angry Godhead in disguise delivers an ironic
- [Review: Archipelago by H R Hawkins](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/review-archipelago-by-h-r-hawkins/): A character-driven leap through a gateway to the future, Archipelago by H R Hawkins is an immersive thrill for fans of cosmic drama and technological prophecy. When a splinter civilization on the edge of the galaxy reaches out with a bizarre message after fifty years, it pulls a long-lost son back into the chaos and
- [The Little Black Book of Retirement Wisdom by Mike Kowis, Esq.](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/the-little-black-book-of-retirement-wisdom-by-mike-kowis-esq/): An amusing and encouraging collection of advice from every corner of life, The Little Black Book of Retirement Wisdom by Mike Kowis, Esq. is a reassuring companion for those approaching the end of their career. Gathered into thematic sections dealing with issues of mortality, personal freedom, financial stability, regret, rejuvenation, and more, this is far
- [Dissonance by Aaron Ryan](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/dissonance-by-aaron-ryan/): In Dissonance: Volume I: Reality, author Aaron Ryan plunges readers into a chilling apocalyptic sci-fi world where silence is golden and a glance could spell doom. Set in 2042, after an alien invasion has decimated 85% of humanity, Sergeant Cameron "Jet" Shipley's journey embodies the struggle for survival in a world irrevocably altered by extraterrestrial
- [Ambitious' Secret by Dameyon Allen](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/ambitious-secret-by-dameyon-allen/): Posing hard questions about when we need to adjust our moral compass, Ambitious' Secret: Hope's Story by Dameyon Allen brings readers into the heart of Houston and its pulsing throb of hustlers, heartbreakers, and aspiring legends. Hope is a fast-talking boss lady who knows how to work any player to get exactly what she wants.
- [The Things I Love by Christina M. Carroll, Illustrated by Jenny Slife](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/the-things-i-love-by-christina-m-carroll/): A charming children's book with a vivid scrapbook-style layout, The Things I Love by Christina M. Carroll and illustrated by Jenny Slife is a simple but expressive book about everyday joys. Listing things that he loved from the ages of 10 to 1, we find the young boy's favorite activities - from camping in the
- [Priscilla by Jenny Knipfer](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/priscilla-by-jenny-knipfer/): Priscilla by Jenny Knipfer is an earnest and heartwarming historical novel set in early 20th century rural America, part of the Apron Strings series of historical Christian fiction, with each installment written by a different author. Priscilla joins a cooking class as she dreams of being the perfect woman and wife like her mother used
- [Wreck and Return by Tom Kranz](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/wreck-and-return-by-tom-kranz/): Probing the complex emotions of a first responder and the physiological strain of getting by in America today, Wreck and Return: An EMT’s Journey Into and Out of Darkness by Tom Kranz is a powerful narrative loosely based on the author's own dual life. Moonlighting as a volunteer EMT while navigating the career perils of
- [Don't Feed the Beast by Solveig Larssen](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/dont-feed-the-beast-by-solveig-larssen/): Weaving an allegorical warning within a dystopian parable, Don't Feed the Beast by Solveig Larssen takes a poignant jab at contemporary life and the missteps of our current social and economic progress. Eskild the Brotherhood Bear, ostracized from his community for promoting a timeless philosophy, must reunite with his siblings and find a righteous path
- [Paramorphing by Hari R. Mira](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/paramorphing-by-hari-r-mira/): A far-reaching manifesto about the transformative language of God, Paramorphing: The Secret Ancient Science of Transforming Physical Reality by Hari R. Mira is a deep dive into an ancient belief system - one the author argues has shaped the course of human history. Brimming with philosophical and religious explorations concerning the nature of existence, subjective
- [Review: Wrath of the Fallen by Kristopher Jerome](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/review-wrath-of-the-fallen-by-kristopher-jerome/): The demonic forces of Darkness clash with radiant warriors of Light in Wrath of the Fallen by Kristopher Jerome, a sprawling and enrapturing new fantasy saga. Epic clashes of magic, impossible romantic longings, larger-than-life heroes, and a world-shattering threat from an Accursed chasm make this novel a thrillingly high-stakes work of fantasy. After witnessing the
- [The Devoured Sons by Seth Daniel Parker](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/the-devoured-sons-by-seth-daniel-parker/): Humanity survives in a philosophical cage at the edge of annihilation in The Devoured Sons by Seth Daniel Parker, a work of neo-mythological apocalyptic fiction that defies classification or comparison. The profoundly intelligent and deeply depressed narrator, Slevin, details in spectacular prose his academic and existential journey towards the fabled peaks of power, his brushes
- [Artwords by Beatriz M. Robles](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/artwords-by-beatriz-m-robles-4/): A kaleidoscopic collision of poetry, imagery, and thoughtful critique, Artwords by Beatriz M. Robles is an edgy and experimental collection of words and art. Blackout poetry and visual entendres explore the intimacy of linguistics and the multiple layers of meaning imbued in even the simplest objects or lines of prose. Aesthetically rubbing shoulders with Dadaism
- [The Ladies of Eyesore Towers by Janet Hutcheon](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/03/the-ladies-of-eyesore-towers-by-janet-hutcheon/): A heartwarming testament to embracing age with grace, curiosity, and whimsy, The Ladies of Eyesore Towers by Janet Hutcheon is a charming read in an oft-overlooked genre niche. Dorothy, Evie, and Sue make an investment together when they co-buy a mysterious house with an intriguing and illicit history - anything to avoid the fate of
- [Review: Loves and Entanglements by Lewis Bogaty](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/review-loves-and-entanglements-by-lewis-bogaty/): An intense collection of characters in emotional tumult, Loves and Entanglements by Lewis Bogaty demonstrates the author's sensitivity to the human condition, and the impossible choices we are so often forced to make. These thirteen quick-moving vignettes vary in time period, subject matter, writing style, and tone, but are tied together by enticing human drama
- [Bad Medicine by Lance Horsman](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/02/bad-medicine-by-lance-horsman/): Dark animal spirits, desert warrior mages, and the enigmatic chronicle of a magical America make Bad Medicine: Rules of Magic, Volume 1 by Lance Horseman an entrancing and surreal work of visionary fiction. Upon his return to Colorado, a vigilante wizard who hunts down rogue magic-breakers is faced with a mountain of trouble - a
- [Review: Stone Angel by Charles Buday](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/review-stone-angel-by-charles-buday/): A raw and emotionally charged tale of loyalty, love, and the lives we hide behind the scenes, Stone Angel by Charles Buday is a conspiracy-fueled and captivating thriller. Paige, a fresh-faced darling of Hollywood, starts an unwitting culture war with America's conservative Christians, seemingly putting her in the crosshairs of the radical right. Her sister,
- [The Mental Resilience Method for Young Athletes by Inner Champion](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/02/the-mental-resilience-method-for-young-athletes-by-inner-champion/): Bridging the critical knowledge gap between physical fitness and mental fortitude, The Mental Resilience Method for Young Athletes: 5 Science-Based Mindset Training Strategies to Gain Confidence, Improve Focus and Win Your Next Game by Inner Champion is essential reading for the next generation of competitors. Drawing relevant wisdom from the journeys of legendary athletes and
- [Review: Mask of Dreams by Leigh Grant](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/review-mask-of-dreams-by-leigh-grant/): Mask of Dreams by Leigh Grant is a huge, sprawling achievement, a marvelous historical novel that brings together elements of the romance and adventure genres with grittier realism and acutely observed period minutiae. With its addictive plotting and believable characters backed up by clearly thorough research of the era, the novel is sure to linger
- [Review: The Pebble Champion by Alan David Pritchard](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2020/12/review-the-pebble-champion-by-a-d-pritchard/): Author Alan David Pritchard delves deep into trauma and loss, as well as identity and self-discovery in his new novel, The Pebble Champion, a stirring tale of sadness and self-discovery. After the tragic loss of his mother, 15-year-old Chris Elliot finds his world turned upside-down, and his sense of home torn asunder. This novel traces
- [Nascha by Dani Cartwright](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/02/nascha-by-dani-cartwright/): A unique sci-fi thriller with storytelling roots in Mother Earth, Nascha: Episode One - New Worlds by Dani Cartwright is a smart and thought-provoking tale of galactic exploration and the boundaries of reality we have yet to break. When the starship Orien stumbles upon a rogue wormhole near the Kuiper Belt that could suck them
- [South Dakota Crusader by Stephen L. Wilson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/02/south-dakota-crusader-by-stephen-l-wilson/): A remarkably researched peek into the life of a determined public servant, South Dakota Crusader: Francis Case’s Road to Congress by Stephen L. Wilson details the impressive journey of Francis Case, a United States Representative and Senator who served South Dakota for over two decades. Despite humble beginnings, Case perennially proved himself to be an
- [A Brief History of France by Dominic Haynes](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/02/a-brief-history-of-france-by-dominic-haynes/): A detailed and fascinating plunge more than 2,000 years into the past, A Brief History of France: Empires, Kings, and Revolutions by Dominic Haynes is an accessible yet academic read on a perennial epicenter of Europe. From throwing off the yoke of empires to worshipping pampered kings as gods, the role of France in geopolitics
- [Review: A Place of Vengeance by David Lafferty](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/12/review-a-place-of-vengeance-by-david-lafferty/): Gypsy curses, gym class crushes and ghostly visions haunt the pages of A Place of Vengeance: Tales from Windward Cove by David Lafferty, a clever piece of supernatural teen drama. An aspiring young psychic trying to find his way in life by getting in touch with the afterlife, Ben Wolf is the humbly cool protagonist
- [Benny Dubious: Hiding from the Feds by Maxwell Hoffman](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/02/benny-dubious-hiding-from-the-feds-by-maxwell-hoffman/): A manic sci-fi fling into truth, justice, and family loyalty, Benny Dubious: Hiding from the Feds is a wildly creative novella from Maxwell Hoffman. Suspension of disbelief is essential as Benny Dubious hides out with a suspicious group of his relatives, some of whom don't appreciate his connections to a group of vigilantes gone bad
- [Review: Harmony: The Saga of the Earth by Apala Banerjee](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/12/review-harmony-the-saga-of-the-earth-by-apala-banerjee/): Harmony: The Saga of the Earth by Apala Banerjee is a moving collection of poems and illustrations celebrating nature and urging readers to take action to save the planet. The teenage poet focuses on issues ranging from pollution to war, animal cruelty to capitalism, while also imbuing her writing with a joyful and passionate approach
- [Nellie by Amy Walsh](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/02/nellie-by-amy-walsh/): An old-fashioned story with a compelling cast of characters, Nellie by Amy Walsh is a classic work of historical romance. Set in Scranton, Pennsylvania in 1931, Nellie takes up a job as a cook for a well-to-do family, despite her obvious inability in the kitchen, due to a case of mistaken identity and some good
- [Jordan Frost and the Awakening by J.A. Simmons](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/02/jordan-frost-and-the-awakening-by-j-a-simmons/): A coming-of-age thriller packed with shadowy conspiracies and unburied legacies, Jordan Frost and the Awakening by J.A. Simmons is a YA adventure of slow-burning revenge and powerful self-discovery. Jordan, an orphan, has never met his parents, but after being swept into The Desert by a mysterious woman to avoid a malicious killer, he discovers the
- [Deep Heavy Stuff by Don Ake](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/02/deep-heavy-stuff-by-don-ake/): An insightful collection of personal essays and thought-provoking anecdotes, Deep Heavy Stuff: Thoughts and essays for enriching your life by Don Ake is an inspiring work of contemporary writing that is alternately raw, funny, and hopeful. Addressing some of the deep spiritual and social wounds of the modern age, this collection is in turn a
- [Citizen Can by John L. Hurlbut](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/02/citizen-can-by-john-l-hurlbut/): A patriotic and passionate ode to citizenship as an idea and a state of being, Citizen Can: Just a Concerned Person Who Believes We Can Attain a Higher Level of Mutual Existence by John L. Hurlbut is a timely reflection on responsibility to ourselves, each other, and the nations we call home. A memoir, political
- [Review: Fog & Fireflies by T.H. Lehnen](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/02/review-fog-fireflies-by-t-h-lehnen/): Children with the hearts of seasoned warriors must save their world from being swallowed by sinister magic in Fog & Fireflies by T.H. Lehnen, a mesmerizing and thought-provoking fantasy. In this remarkably imagined fantasy world, isolated villages drift like lost ships in a fiendish fog, which forever threatens to invade these islands of humanity, but
- [Review: The Wandering Pianist by Congyu Wang](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/02/review-the-wandering-pianist-by-congyu-wang/): Heartwrenching, humanistic, and beautifully told, The Wandering Pianist: From the Street to the Concert Hall by Congyu Wang is a humbly penned memoir that grips the imagination and offers renewed hope to artists and lost souls alike. Swimming smoothly through time, the narrative weaves tales of Wang's upbringing and childhood challenges with the humbling successes
- [Real Outreach by Ezella McPherson, Ph.D.](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/02/real-outreach-by-ezella-mcpherson-ph-d/): Designed to help higher learning institutions and educators increase retention and graduation rates among college students, Real Outreach: A Practical Guide to Retaining and Graduating College Students by Ezella McPherson, Ph.D. proposes a proven model to more deeply engage with young people and enhance academic outcomes. Supported by her lived experience as a collegiate student
- [Should've Been Dead by Sweta Patel with Rory Londer](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/02/shouldve-been-dead-by-sweta-patel-with-rory-londer/): A harrowing and heart-opening tale of resilience, Should've Been Dead: Lessons from a Crack Addict Who Broke Free by Sweta Patel with Rory Londer delves into the psychology of addiction, the unexpected triggers that overtake self-control, and the journeys of healing and reinvention that can pull us back from the brink. Rory Londer spent nearly
- [The Further Travels and Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen by Ross Stein](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/02/the-further-travels-and-surprising-adventures-of-baron-munchausen-by-ross-stein/): A new chapter of unbelievable escapades and impossible achievements awaits in The Further Travels and Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen by Ross Stein, a witty, whimsical, and poignant reimagining of the famous character. Told as a relentless stream of clever rhetoric and effortless philosophical debate with a drinking companion, the legendary baron spins a masterful
- [Review: In B’tween: The Wisp by Nandita Banerjee](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/12/review-in-btween-the-wisp-by-nandita-banerjee/): Otherworldly, thought-provoking, and innovative, In B'tween: The Wisp by Nandita Banerjee is a novel that poetically plunges into the mysterious potential of the afterlife. Picking up after No. 7: They're Calling leaves off, this sequel finds a dark legacy of magic and morbidity affecting a new generation of the family. Ravi and Priya have tragically
- [Review: Our Cats Are Plotting to Kill Us by Jim Tilberry](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/review-our-cats-are-plotting-to-kill-us-by-jim-tilberry/): Peeking into the wild internal world of house cats, Our Cats Are Plotting to Kill Us by Jim Tilberry is a witty wander to the edge of the absurd. When Julie signs up for Elon Musk's new Cat Chat app, she and her doubtful husband find themselves able to spy on the telepathic communications of
- [10-Minute Balance Exercises for Seniors by PrimeLife Wellness](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/10-minute-balance-exercises-for-seniors-by-primelife-wellness/): Backed by clinical experience along with the work of researchers, physiotherapists, and fitness experts, 10-Minute Balance Exercises for Seniors: Fully Illustrated Home Workout Guide with 58 Simple Exercises to Improve Stability, Core Strength, Prevent Falls & Gain Independence from PrimeLife Wellness is both a motivational manual and essential workout guide. Unlike other books on the
- [Dreaming Under an Electric Moon by Kris Powers](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/dreaming-under-an-electric-moon-by-kris-powers-3/): Dreaming Under an Electric Moon by Kris Powers is an imaginative and ingenious piece of science fiction that merges future technology with the pulsing energy of a mystery. Rose is a mind hacker who is a prisoner in the Southern States of America, accused of having murdered a child by pushing him off a balcony.
- [An Interview with H.S. Gilchrist: Author of The End of the World: Rise of the After Lord](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/an-interview-with-h-s-gilchrist-author-of-the-end-of-the-world-rise-of-the-after-lord/): H.S. Gilchrist is the debut author of The End of the World (first book in The Primordial Engine series), former Anthropology major turned data analyst. Nurturing a young nerd. Writing the adventures she dreams of. Tell us about your book. Broken Earth, dystopian future, an alien god bent on world destruction, and two badass chicks
- [Review: The End of the World: Rise of the After Lord by H.S. Gilchrist](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/review-the-end-of-the-world-rise-of-the-after-lord-by-h-s-gilchrist/): Bitter enemies become unlikely allies and chart a new course for the shattered remnants of humanity in The End of the World: Rise of the After Lord by H.S. Gilchrist, a stunning work of genre-bending sci-fi. Cut off from the mind-controlling force that has dominated her existence, a mechanized killing machine wanders the wasteland, reckoning
- [Imagine There's No Heaven by Frederick Von Heisenberg](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/imagine-theres-no-heaven-by-frederick-von-heisenberg/): Laying out a compelling argument for atheism, or at least a more intentional relationship to whatever faith you choose, Imagine There's No Heaven: The Born Again Atheist by Frederick Von Heisenberg is a personal reflection on God's potential existence, or lack thereof. Beginning with a thorough review of the major global religions and traditions, Von
- [Review: Involuntary Flashback by Dave Garrett](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/review-involuntary-flashback-by-dave-garrett/): Tapping into a classic noir vibe with a good dose of contemporary flair, Involuntary Flashback by Dave Garrett is a fast-talking, razor-sharp Big Apple mystery. An old-school private investigator "on the top of the endangered list," Rod Weyhengrubber is a reckless and charming protagonist with a soft spot for the vulnerable and easily manipulated. A
- [An Interview with Dave Garrett: Author of Involuntary Flashback](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/an-interview-with-dave-garrett-author-of-involuntary-flashback/): Dave Garrett is a 1966 Ursinus College Graduate, majoring in Chemistry. He served in the United States Marine Corps as a Combat Engineer Officer with the West Pac Ground Forces, 1967-1968, and from 1970–1994 as a Special Agent for the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Primary duties involved Foreign Counterintelligence Matters – Soviet Union in the
- [Bitcoin Secrets by Dirk Dogood](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/bitcoin-secrets-by-dirk-dogood/): Making a strong argument for the sustainability of bitcoin and doling out critical advice on this revolutionary currency, Bitcoin Secrets: 8 Critical Trends That Are Redefining the World by Dirk Dogood is an invaluable primer for curious minds and a guidebook for savvy investors. From a basic introduction to bitcoin's fundamentals to its function as
- [Review: Marie's Nutcracker by Margaret Marie Klenzing](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/review-maries-nutcracker-by-margaret-marie-klenzing/): Marie's Nutcracker by Margaret Marie Klenzing is a fun and refreshingly honest novel about the hardship that ambitious ballet dancers must face in their pursuit of perfection. Set in the snowy Northeast, this beautifully written novel will charm readers with its genuine and gentle prose and enchanting wintry landscape. Marie is a teenager for whom
- [When Things Fall Apart (The Kit Hanover Series Book 1) by Alan Brenham](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/when-things-fall-apart-the-kit-hanover-series-book-1-by-alan-brenham/): The first homicide case for a brand-new detective hits tragically close to home in When Things Fall Apart by Alan Brenham, an electric first installment of the Kit Hanover series. Despite being pulled off the investigation, Kit Hanover of the Comanche Nation isn't going to leave the hunt for justice in the hands of her
- [Every Silent Thing (The Claire Deveraux Series Book 1) by Alan Brenham](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/every-silent-thing-the-claire-deveraux-series-book-1-by-alan-brenham/): A mysterious murder in the Louvre pulls young Claire Deveraux into a dangerous web of criminal intrigue in Every Silent Thing by Alan Brenham. Claire was the only one to witness the cryptic last words of the victim, who also secretly slipped a treasure in her pocket worth millions. Navigating the challenges of being a
- [The Wood Sprite by James Dobie](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/the-wood-sprite-by-james-dobie/): A viciously bullied teen, Mia Chandler, gains a mysterious and lethally effective guardian in The Wood Sprite by James Dobie, a chilling second installment of his Wallowa Lake series. Despite her protector's initial promise to help, Mia soon learns that blood demands sacrifice, and that her mysterious new friend did not come into her life
- [The Blythe Girl by Alex Webster](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/the-blythe-girl-by-alex-webster/): Obsession and desperation lead to scandalous deeds and sinister consequences in The Blythe Girl by Alex Webster, a fantastically dark period drama. William is a Regency gentleman torn in two - determined to fulfill the duties of husband and father, but also driven to the edge of madness by an infatuation cut tragically short. When
- [Starmen by Francis Hamit](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/starmen-by-francis-hamit/): A richly imagined tale of cowboys, aliens, and an ethnographic clash of cultures, Starmen by Francis Hamit is a genre-bending adventure with enough historical touchstones to brilliantly blur the line between fact and fiction. In this slightly alternate universe, legendary anthropologist George James Frazer travels to El Paso, Texas in 1875 as a young man,
- [The Shenandoah Spy by Francis Hamit](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2009/03/the-shenandoah-spy-by-francis-hamit/): Note: Guest reviewed by Tom Baum, who happens to be the father of the editor of the Self-Publishing Review, as well as the author of the novel Out of Body, the children’s book Hugo the Hippo, screenplays for film and TV, and theatre. As Francis Hamit is a writer for this site, I thought it
- [Shitamachi Scam by Michael Pronko](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/shitamachi-scam-by-michael-pronko/): Following the money from a sleazy rip-off ring leads to bigger and more dangerous fish in Shitamachi Scam by Michael Pronko, a high-stakes hunt for justice in Tokyo. In a city where real estate is profitable enough to kill for, a group of clever con artists are scamming older people out of their pensions, identities,
- [Here, Where Death Delights by Mary Jumbelic, M.D.](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/here-where-death-delights-by-mary-jumbelic-m-d/): Pulling back the curtain on the profession of death investigation, Mary Jumbelic, M.D. has crafted a gripping and original memoir in Here, Where Death Delights. Reflecting on the unexpected tragedy that defined her young life, and expounding on her consequent decades of work as a medical examiner, this memoir is an intimate exploration of mortality
- [Dreaming Under an Electric Moon by Kris Powers](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/dreaming-under-an-electric-moon-by-kris-powers-2/): Modern society's culture of entertaining escapism becomes a nightmare realm of mind control in Dreaming Under an Electric Moon by Kris Powers, a gritty and sinister sci-fi mystery. Two agents of the nearly defunct FBI, Mason and Zahra, are given a seemingly open-and-shut murder case, but their prime suspect reveals a dark secret - the
- [Dreaming Under an Electric Moon by Kris Powers](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/dreaming-under-an-electric-moon-by-kris-powers/): Dreaming Under an Electric Moon by Kris Powers is an imaginative and ingenious piece of science fiction that merges future technology with the pulsing energy of a mystery. In a dystopic world where the virtual universe constantly crosses over into real life, those who are hungry for power have new, terrifying means to achieve their
- [Into the Heart of the Infinite by Maetreyii Ma Nolan Ph.D.](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/into-the-heart-of-the-infinite-by-maetreyii-ma-nolan-phd/): A beautifully told memoir in the spirit of a self-improvement guide, Into the Heart of the Infinite by Maetreyii Ma Nolan Ph.D. is a revelation of personal enlightenment. Explaining the lifelong journey towards realization and grace, from a miraculous and precocious childhood to studying in the presence of a legendary guru in India, this narrative
- [Unbearable by Amy Winfield, Illustrated by Thiago Neumann](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/unbearable-by-amy-winfield-illustrated-by-thiago-neumann/): Intriguingly wise and emotionally nuanced, Unbearable by Amy Winfield is the surreal story of a lost young camper befriending a curmudgeonly bear - one who can somehow talk, drive, cook, and even debate semantics. Whether the bear is educating Brandon about the danger of stereotypes, saving his life with plant medicine, or begrudgingly becoming his
- [Audiobook Review: The Eyes of Penn by Richard Carlton London](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/audiobook-review-the-eyes-of-penn-by-richard-carlton-london/): Surprising in its sensitivity, creativity, and heart, The Johnsons: The Eyes of Penn by Richard Carlton London is an entertaining and innovative literary experience about a resilient group of passionate musicians navigating the tricky landscape of success, happiness, and morality. Beyond the engaging plot, this audiobook is specifically tailored for those with listening and cognitive
- [The Pike by J.J. Richards](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/the-pike-by-j-j-richards/): After a young woman's brutal murder in the English countryside, the hunt for her killer quickly spirals out of control in The Pike, a gripping UK thriller by J.J. Richards, and the second in his DCI Walker Crime Thrillers series. As potential suspects begin desperately trying to skip town and jumping in front of trains,
- [Review: Prompt Excursion by Lewis S. Kingston](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/review-prompt-excursion-by-lewis-s-kingston/): A Weapons System Officer wakes up to fractured memories on a devastated and nearly lifeless experimental warship in Prompt Excursion by Lewis S. Kingston, a creative and original work of science fiction. Johansson is a captivating and fearless protagonist from the very first page, showing a relentless drive to survive, despite nearly impossible odds. As
- [The Dead Zone 4 by Fred D. Hannah III](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/the-dead-zone-4-by-fred-d-hannah-iii/): Author Fred D. Hannah III delivers another installment of his Recreation series with The Dead Zone 4: Sleep Now, Forever Do Us Part, a breathless new adventure pitting cosmic Queens against Dark Lords in the DreamSpace outside reality. In a freshly forged universe packed with androids and magic, Aliana bides her time for revenge against
- [A Quantum Alibi by Liam Fialkov](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2021/08/a-quantum-alibi-by-liam-fialkov/): An eyebrow-raising legal thriller with a head-spinning sci-fi underbelly, A Quantum Alibi by Liam Fialkov is an original and timely novel. Patrick Eldridge is a renowned scientist challenging the highest halls of scientific power, and everything we think we know about reality. Being in two places at the same time may be the perfect alibi
- [Review: Little Boy, I Know Your Name by Mitchell Raff](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/review-little-boy-i-know-your-name-by-mitchell-raff/): Gripping autobiographical reflections from a child of Holocaust survivors, Little Boy, I Know Your Name by Mitchell Raff is a visceral, heartrending, and timely work of history and memoir. Growing up in a non-traditional Jewish family permanently scarred by concentration camps and gulags, young Mitchell also had to navigate split custody with his unpredictably violent
- [Review: Naimera: Sapient Quest by Michael Ganzberger](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/review-naimera-sapient-quest-by-michael-ganzberger/): A gritty work of sci-fi that feels ripped from a near-future headline, Naimera: Sapient Quest by Michael Ganzberger is the thrilling second piece of his biosynthetic space saga. After proving their incredible capabilities in bringing down the world's most dangerous man, the NAIMERA program is enlisted once more for a task that just might end
- [Phelan's Gold by Casey Walsh](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/phelans-gold-by-casey-walsh/): Set in 19th-century Australia, Phelan's Gold by Casey Walsh is a thrilling novella following the adventures of Eamon Phelan, a charming criminal, and his gang of cattle thieves. With a new gold rush on the horizon, Eamon and his companions start their journey north, where he hopes to find business amid the chaos, but on
- [Review: Tip's Magical Journey by Barbara Mishkin, Illustrated by Jason Shiver](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/review-tips-magical-journey-by-barbara-mishkin-illustrated-by-jason-shiver/): Tip's Magical Journey: The Ride of Discovery and Inspiration by Barbara Mishkin is an inspiring children's book that promotes empathy, kindness, and celebrates the beauty of diversity. Inspired by the author’s own experience, this modern tale is both moving and funny, telling an important lesson through a child's travels around a city. Tip is a
- [Searching For Zen by Albert T. Franklin](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/searching-for-zen-by-albert-t-franklin/): A long-form allegory set in a magical version of our world, Searching For Zen: A Tale Of Divine Destiny by Albert T. Franklin is an original and passionate piece of spiritual fiction. When a young boy in Britain is gifted with incredible powers from above, Earth receives its new Zendaria – a divine guide to
- [Your Lucky Day by Mikhael Aroni](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/your-lucky-day-by-mikhael-aroni/): A spiraling and surreal set of stories from Mikhael Aroni, Your Lucky Day is an unassuming yet compelling work of short fiction. Tracing a mysterious force through the causes and effects it wreaks on average lives and the world at large, “The Noise” is a haunting tale of societal interconnectedness. Exploring identity, risk, and human
- [Talk To Me, Love by Mikael Aroni](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2024/01/talk-to-me-love-by-mikael-aroni/): Two nebulous characters meet at an undescribed location and converse in Talk To Me, Love by Mikael Aroni, a collection of three dialogic pieces. No introduction or staging notes are given, but the protagonists reveal all that is required as their conversation develops, with the characters' interrogation of each other revealing their particular quirks and
- [Review: From Bonham to Buddha and Back Again by Clementine Moss](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/review-from-bonham-to-buddha-and-back-again-by-clementine-moss/): The rare kind of memoir that makes one forget it's not a novel, From Bonham to Buddha and Back Again: The Slow Enlightenment of the Hard Rock Drummer by Clementine Moss is an exhilarating and enlightening read. Slowly revealing the autobiographical puzzle of her own music-infused life, from wild leaps to NYC, meditative mountain retreats,
- [The Invisible Red String by Peter Berlin & Ann Zachariah](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/12/the-invisible-red-string-by-peter-berlin-ann-zachariah/): A thoughtful exploration of fate, self-discovery, loss, and healing, The Invisible Red String by Peter Berlin and Ann Zachariah is a modern retelling of an ancient idea. The four members of a therapeutic meditation group find themselves subtly bound to one another in unexpected ways as they journey through their own wounds and weaknesses. As
- [Moonshadow Over Red Moon Hill by Cynthia L. Clark](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/12/moonshadow-over-red-moon-hill-by-cynthia-l-clark/): Taking to mountain solitude to overcome heartbreak and trauma leads to a new chance at fulfillment in Moonshadow Over Red Moon Hill by Cynthia L. Clark. Driven by emotional reflection and tentative romance, Brody and Tessa are escaping the past in different ways, but the intertwined fate of these two deftly drawn characters is a
- [Hackett at Large by Jack Fitzgerald](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/12/hackett-at-large-by-jack-fitzgerald/): Ben Hackett is an affable man-about-town reporter in Hackett at Large: Tales from a Reporter's Life in Paris 1961–68 by Jack Fitzgerald. In this collection of stories and anecdotes, Hackett interviews top-line celebrities such as Frank Sinatra, Marlon Brando, and JFK, which aren't necessarily historically accurate, but give us a chance to witness Hackett in
- [Involuntary Flashback by Dave Garrett](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/12/involuntary-flashback-by-dave-garrett/): Tapping into a classic noir vibe with a good dose of contemporary flair, Involuntary Flashback by Dave Garrett is a fast-talking, razor-sharp Big Apple mystery. When a young ingenue named Lilly seeks sanctuary with Rod Weyhengrubber and his partner, Ida, it becomes a race to crack the case before her wannabe kidnappers find out where
- [The Quelling by C.L. Lauder](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/12/the-quelling-by-c-l-lauder/): Unsettling and evocatively written, The Quelling by C.L. Lauder is an affecting work of dystopian fantasy, and an enticing first installment of a new trilogy. The planet of Aurora Saura is overrun by two parasitic invaders: the monstrous Tarrohar and the insidious, body-possessing Rhemans, whose victims are known as "The Quelled." 19-year-old Kyjta must
- [Politics, Partnerships & Power by Jay Pridmore & Christine Wolf](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/12/politics-partnerships-power-by-jay-pridmore-christine-wolf/): Shining a light on the powerful work and legacy of a legendary couple, Politics, Partnerships & Power: The Lives of Ralph E. and Marguerite Stitt Church by Jay Pridmore and Christine Wolf is an illuminating glimpse into America's unpredictable history. Examining the political rise of Ralph E. Church and his wife's bold decision to enter
- [Review: Dancer on the Ceiling by Mark Nutter](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/review-dancer-on-the-ceiling-by-mark-nutter/): A gleefully bizarre collection of stories, Dancer on the Ceiling: More Darkly Humorous Tales by Mark Nutter is an unforgettable work of absurdist fiction that will have you scratching your head and laughing in equal measure. Abandoning the normal boundaries of narrative structure, character consistency, or reality itself, this is tongue-in-cheek writing at its best.
- [An Interview with JC Bratton: Author of Things That Go Bump in the Night](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/12/an-interview-with-jc-bratton-author-of-things-that-go-bump-in-the-night/): Growing up loving horror and mystery tales, JC Bratton writes short stories that pay homage to the Point Horror novels she would read as a kid: stories such as Slumber Party by Christopher Pike and Twisted by RL Stine. Some of her biggest influences are Alfred Hitchcock, Lois Duncan, Stephen King, and Richard Matheson. She
- [An Interview with Daniel Micko: Author of An Eighth Grade Gay-Straight Alliance](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/12/an-interview-with-daniel-micko-author-of-an-eighth-grade-gay-straight-alliance/): Daniel Micko, a literary alchemist, transforms life's quirks and societal complexities into captivating narratives. His books are like fine wine – best enjoyed with contemplation, occasional chuckles, and a touch of mystery. Join him on this journey of words and wonder. Tell us about your book. An Eighth Grade Gay Straight Alliance allowed me to
- [Review: An Eighth Grade Gay Straight Alliance by Daniel Micko](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/12/review-an-eighth-grade-gay-straight-alliance-by-daniel-micko/): Hard-hitting in its honesty and authentic narrative voice, An Eighth Grade Gay Straight Alliance by Daniel Micko shines a light on the societal forces and peer pressures that shape growing up today. When the enigmatic Brooklyn Jennings starts her own Gay-Straight Alliance at her middle school in Modesto, California, she makes her intentions clear: no
- [A Dao for the Third Millennium by Jack Parkinson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/12/a-dao-for-the-third-millennium-by-jack-parkinson/): An updated lifestyle guide for contemporary wellness and wholeness, inspired by sagacity dating back over two thousand years, A Dao for the Third Millennium: The politics, psychology, philosophy, and practice of the common good by Jack Parkinson is a profoundly enlightening read. Attempting to clarify the totality of existence through pragmatic and philosophical lessons, this
- [The Little Black Book of Tax Wisdom by Mike Kowis, Esq.](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/12/the-little-black-book-of-tax-wisdom-by-mike-kowis-esq/): A witty collection of poignant quotes concerning the financial burdens we all bear, The Little Black Book of Tax Wisdom: Quotes, Quips, & Quiddities Every Tax Advisor Should Know by Mike Kowis, Esq. is a lighthearted book for anyone whose wallet has ever been lightened by the government, i.e. most everyone. From economists and presidents
- [Review: Resilient by Liz Grace](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/review-resilient-by-liz-grace/): Offering living proof that there is light in the darkness, even if the tunnel never ends, author Liz Grace has penned an inspiring and unforgettable autobiography in Resilient: Surviving My Mental Illness. In her teenage years, Grace struggled with the sudden loss of her mother, a fractured home where communication was scarce, and the isolation
- [Cheerful Obedience by Patrick McLaughlin](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/12/cheerful-obedience-by-patrick-mclaughlin/): An eager young soldier comes of age through the smoke and strife of Vietnam in Cheerful Obedience by Patrick McLaughlin, a character-focused snapshot of that conflict's dark legacy, and a powerful work of historical wartime fiction. Conor McKall is an honorable protagonist - he understands his duty, sticks up for his comrades, and acts courageously
- [A Brief History of Ancient Greece by Dominic Haynes](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/12/a-brief-history-of-ancient-greece-by-dominic-haynes/): Dominic Haynes provides a systematic and extensive introduction to the birth and evolution of ancient Greek culture in A Brief History of Ancient Greece: Traveling the Hellenistic World: An Odyssey Through Political Dynasties and Cultural Mosaics. Tracing the prehistoric origins and later migration of the Greeks across the Mediterranean, the book is thorough in its
- ["Hello Hammersmith!" by Tim O'Shaughnessy](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/12/hello-hammersmith-by-tim-oshaughnessy/): Following a haunted musician with dreams of center-stage and two aging legends seeking a final flash of stardom, "Hello Hammersmith!" by Tim O'Shaughnessy is a gritty blend of musical memoir and emotional drama. The time-leaping storyline moves between a potential comeback for the two synth-pop veterans, and their son Jack's diverted artistic path after a
- [The Festival of Sin by J. M. Unrue](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/12/the-festival-of-sin-by-j-m-unrue/): Bursting with visionary creativity and ominous warnings, The Festival of Sin and Other Tales of Fantasy by J. M. Unrue is a riveting collection of fantastical tales, some that feel prophetically torn from the near future, and others tapping into ancient existential questions. Whether dissecting the ethical implications of immortality among the stars or musing
- [Vizard by Shari Marshall](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/12/vizard-by-shari-marshall/): A classic coming of age novella set in the magical world of The Ember Files, Vizard by Shari Marshall is a fantasy parable with a lovable heroine at its heart. After her magic-wielding parents are killed by a vicious Spellbinder, Juniper Berry must embark on a perilous journey - fortunately, her powers seem to be
- [Heart and Mind by Verniece Ross](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/heart-and-mind-by-verniece-ross/): Encouraging active navigation towards a perspective of abundance, Heart and Mind: A Synchronous Dance with Higher Dimensions by Verniece Ross is a refreshing guide for those seeking a more peaceful and fulfilling life. Though many of the more abstract concepts brush against spiritual ideas, the wisdom on these pages is non-denominational and grounded in well-established
- [Winning Numbers by Jeff Copetas](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/12/winning-numbers-by-jeff-copetas/): A comprehensive plunge into the enigmatic world of the lottery, Winning Numbers: A Deep Dive Into the Lottery & Luck by Jeff Copetas is an eye-opening and entertaining exposé on winning big. Balancing statistical pragmatism against human nature and the alluring dream of winning it all, Copetas' narrative highlights the dramatic and double-edged power of
- [Review: Adi's Animal Adventures by Julie Schanke Lyford, Illustrated by Mariia Luzina](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/review-adis-animal-adventures-by-julie-schanke-lyford-illustrated-by-mariia-luzina/): Adi's Animal Adventures by Julie Schanke Lyford is a fun and informative illustrated book that shows the great importance of inspiring younger generations to respect nature. Through vibrant illustrations, easy-to-follow text, and fascinating info, this book offers a colorful and accessible guide to many animal species and the environments in which they thrive. Adi’s public
- [Do You Really Love Me? Feed My Sheep by Ken Rolheiser](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/12/do-you-really-love-me-feed-my-sheep-by-ken-rolheiser/): Part book of wisdom and part insight into the practice of evangelicalism, Do You Really Love Me? Feed My Sheep: Evangelisation - Stewardship - The Desire for Higher Love-Making by Ken Rolheiser offers the reader advice on a variety of topics so they can lead a good life and find a close relationship with God.
- [Mysteries of a Middle Schooler by Dr. Tonmar Johnson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/mysteries-of-a-middle-schooler-by-dr-tonmar-johnson/): A time-travel adventure packed with mystery and hard lessons, Mysteries of a Middle Schooler: Let the Adventures Begin by Dr. Tonmar Johnson is a thrilling hyper-modern fantasy for middle grade readers. The start of fifth grade for tech-savvy Marcus and warrior-poet Evie Wilkins is exciting, but their ChatGPT-fueled plan to crack time travel takes them
- [Review: Things That Go Bump in the Night by JC Bratton](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/review-things-that-go-bump-in-the-night-by-jc-bratton/): A collection of slow-burning psychological horror, Things That Go Bump in the Night, Volume One: Urban Legends by JC Bratton holds four chilling and unpredictable stories, originally published separately. In "Who's At the Door?" a young woman named Jamie is left at home while her parents go on vacation, but two weeks of enjoying an
- [A Sip of Magic by Kate Swansea](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/a-sip-of-magic-by-kate-swansea/): A Sip of Magic by Kate Swansea is an enthralling work of romantic fantasy with a delightfully unique premise. Serena is a witch who wants to open a tearoom in Pembrooke, but she doesn’t get the welcome she had hoped – Jared, a handsome but strict member of the Magic Council, is trying to sabotage
- [Chasing The Wind by Maria Rivera](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/chasing-the-wind-by-maria-rivera/): Marisol, an illegal immigrant living in Washington Heights, New York, hatches a daring plan with her neighbor to marry for a Green Card, in Maria Rivera’s entertaining Christian romance novel, Chasing The Wind. The hapless Marisol attempts to seduce her new husband using an advice column from Cosmopolitan magazine, while her neighbor also needs to
- [Predator/Nomad by Daniel Micko](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2022/05/predator-nomad-by-daniel-micko/): A conspiratorial novel of progress, royalty, love, and betrayal that moves at a relentless pace, Predator/Nomad by Daniel Micko is a bold and breathless read. A doctor on the edge of a species-changing breakthrough and the twin sister of a Saudi prince are an unlikely pair, and their deviant tryst is doomed from the start.
- [ChatGPT Hacks for Teachers by Keshav Jha](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/chatgpt-hacks-for-teachers-by-keshav-jha/): Demystifying a revolutionary technology in both the classroom and the broader realm of teaching, ChatGPT Hacks for Teachers: A Comprehensive ChatGPT Guide for Educators for Teaching and Learning with Step-by-Step Instructions, Practical Demonstrations, Examples, Prompts, and Video Outputs by Keshav Jha is a thorough and useful guide for this new paradigm of education. Harnessing the
- [An Interview with JC Bratton: Author of Who’s At the Door?](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2020/02/an-interview-with-jc-bratton-author-of-whos-at-the-door/): Growing up loving horror and mystery tales, JC Bratton's Freshman effort in the world of fiction pays homage to the Point Horror novels she would read as a kid: stories such as Slumber Party by Christopher Pike and Twisted by RL Stine. Some of her biggest influences are Alfred Hitchcock, Lois Duncan, Stephen King and
- [The Moon Behind the Clouds by Vasilis Taouxis](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/the-moon-behind-the-clouds-by-vasilis-taouxis/): The Moon Behind the Clouds by Vasilis Taouxis is a heartbreaking feminist novel set in Iran after the Islamic Revolution. Since her mother and brother’s sudden death, Azadeh’s father has spiraled down into depression and has stopped caring for her. When Azadeh becomes a victim of rape, the trauma triggers an early onset of her
- [Review: Before the Dawn by David Crane](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/review-before-the-dawn-by-david-crane/): A multilayered piece of fantasy that plays with horror and thriller tropes, Before the Dawn by David Crane is a vivid and intense novel with a long list of memorable characters. This ingenious book will give readers a taste of a wholly original vampire universe - a wonderful example of world-building that surprises, moves, and
- [Review: The Utterly Sublime Adventures of Ava Roberts by Lisa Frederickson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/review-the-utterly-sublime-adventures-of-ava-roberts-by-lisa-frederickson/): Vibrantly written and irresistibly funny, The Utterly Sublime Adventures of Ava Roberts by Lisa Frederickson is a novel about love and the healing powers of traveling. From Goa to Sydney, Thailand to South Africa, 29-year-old Ava learns that stepping out of her comfort zone is the best thing she could ever do. Reading like Eat,
- [The Lost Family Robinson by Alan Priest](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/the-lost-family-robinson-by-alan-priest/): A wild homage to time travel fiction, The Lost Family Robinson by Alan Priest is an engrossing, dialogue-driven drama about survival and loyalty in truly strange places. When a DIY time machine drops ten members of the Robinson family sixty years in the past, they will have to put their fraternal fighting aside to get
- [Across the Kentucky Color Line by Lee Durham Stone](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/across-the-kentucky-color-line-by-lee-durham-stone/): Exploring racial dynamics in the context of Kentucky's complex history, Across the Kentucky Color Line: Cultural Landscapes of Race from the Lost Cause to Integration by Lee Durham Stone is a brilliant work of sociological study. From the color-blind struggle of miners and the gruesome history of public hangings to manifested visions of emancipation and
- [The Quest for Happiness by Andrews](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/the-quest-for-happiness-by-andrews/): The first book in the MacTire Legends series, The Quest for Happiness by Andrews is a gripping romantic fantasy. In a new search for love, self-acceptance, and belonging, Adam faces unimaginable dark turns, as the unsuspected truth about Adam’s family heritage resurfaces, shattering his tranquil life. Adam is a biologist and an entrepreneur with a
- [The Secrets of Women Who Never Give Up by Dr. Katja Lindemann MD](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/the-secrets-of-women-who-never-give-up-by-dr-katja-lindemann-md/): An inspiring collection of lessons from women who made an indelible impact on their time, The Secrets of Women Who Never Give Up: 11 Resilience Building Strategies Learned From Remarkable Women in History by Dr. Katja Lindemann MD is an original work of self-help that also acts as a fascinating work of social history. Along
- [Unforgettable by David J. Cook](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/unforgettable-by-david-j-cook/): A celebration of resilience, family, and joy in the face of life's greatest challenges, Unforgettable by David J. Cook is a fearless testament to loyalty and love. Overcoming heartbreak and tragedy as children, Althea, Gabrielle, and Stephanie are adopted by a gifted couple who devote themselves to raising smart, healthy, and independent daughters. The young
- [V.I. Puptonians: The Mysterious Arrival by Dr. Trueblood](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/v-i-puptonians-the-mysterious-arrival-by-dr-trueblood/): A whimsical story of youthful compassion and the opinions that divide us, V.I. Puptonians: The Mysterious Arrival by Dr. Trueblood holds myriad important lessons for young readers. When Ava and her 10-year-old brother Joe discover a spaceship bearing alien babies and bottles, their opposing views on what to do with the extraterrestrial visitors highlight the
- [Legion Earth (Weapons of Choice Book 7) by Nick Snape](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/legion-earth-weapons-of-choice-book-7-by-nick-snape/): A cloned squad of familiar space commandos returns to terra firma and battles for the future of humanity in Legion Earth by Nick Snape, the seventh book in his elaborate Weapons of Choice series. When an insidious alien force slides into the planet's global infrastructure to lurk in wait, it's only the beginning of attacks
- [Riding With Forrest by L. E. Denton](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/riding-with-forrest-by-l-e-denton/): An ambitious young soldier marches boldly to war, only to find disillusionment and a newly embattled spirit in Riding With Forrest: The Memoir of John Barrett, Escort Company, Forrest's Cavalry, CSA, during the War Between the States by L. E. Denton. A fictional memoir set during America's vicious internal war, this novel traces the journey
- [Fifteen Minutes: Bamboozled in Buffalo by Michael F. Rizzo](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/fifteen-minutes-bamboozled-in-buffalo-by-michael-f-rizzo/): A well-researched portrait of artist Billie Lawless and his controversial sculpture "Green Lightning" is revealed in Michael F. Rizzo's Fifteen Minutes: Bamboozled in Buffalo. Rizzo analyses the process by which the infamously lascivious sculpture was mistakenly commissioned by Buffalo city officials who were offended by the finished product, and swiftly ordered it to be dismantled,
- [Review: Expraedium by Armen Melikian](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/review-expraedium-by-armen-melikian/): Defying structure, narrative decorum, and often logical thought itself, Expraedium by Armen Melikian is a hero's journey like no other, a radical adventure of reinvention, leading to a reframing of language and the very nature of storytelling. In search of Urmashu, a legendary republic of immortals, Brathki embarks on a surreal quest, without apparent destination
- [Drink Driving by Joanne Caffrey](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/drink-driving-by-joanne-caffrey/): Written to improve police procedures around drunk driving prosecutions and properly equip defense teams, Drink Driving: Police Custody Procedures by Joanne Caffrey is a comprehensive guide informed by the author's direct career experience as a UK police officer, trainer, and expert witness. By identifying the problematic steps of common custody procedures, particularly as they relate
- [Ghost with Two Hearts by Michael R. French](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/ghost-with-two-hearts-by-michael-r-french/): Adrian Green, an American software engineer, plans to “free himself from the endless noise of the States,” in Michael R. French’s eclectic and engaging Ghost with Two Hearts. Having relocated to Japan, Adrian indulges in a tantalizing romance with a resident ghost, and attempts to reconcile past wrongs by returning the Samurai sword his grandfather
- [Christmas Bells at St. Mary's by Ray Keating](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/christmas-bells-at-st-marys-by-ray-keating/): Dropping readers into the first-person perspective of Pastor Stephen Grant, Christmas Bells at St. Mary's by Ray Keating is an intimate twist on this ever-growing series. Told through Grant's journal entries about his pastor friends and one particularly eventful Advent, this epistolary novel pulls back the personal curtain on this series' spiritual spymaster even further.
- [Memory Neural or Not Neural by Annie De Muynck](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/memory-neural-or-not-neural-by-annie-de-muynck/): Examining the nebulous nature of forgetfulness, Memory Neural or Not Neural by Annie De Muynck is a probing essay about Freud's dynamic theories of anticipatory ideas, transference, and the emotional susceptibility of memory. Using Freud's own experiences during a seminal journey to illustrate the malleable nature of memory, the author masterfully links different aspects of
- [Turning Pro by M.J.S. House](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/turning-pro-by-m-j-s-house/): Years after a covert mission turns sideways and deadly, revenge comes calling for one warrior's family in Turning Pro by M.J.S. House, a compelling thriller with an original premise. Basketball is life for Jake Delaney, a star college player with the NBA calling, but aside from navigating March Madness and collegiate crushes, he also has
- [Christianity 2.0 by John Dorsey](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/christianity-2-0-by-john-dorsey/): A bold rethinking of devotion, self-improvement, and enlightenment, Christianity 2.0: How Amazing New Advances in the Religious Realm Can Ignite a Religious Revival by John Dorsey is an eye-opening thesis on restructuring religion. Written through a variety of lenses, from integrity and truth to the concepts of muscle testing and a “level of consciousness” rating,
- [Healing Cancer: The Complete Way by Lawrence Doochin](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/11/healing-cancer-the-complete-way-by-lawrence-doochin/): Written clearly and empathetically, Healing Cancer: The Complete Way by Lawrence Doochin is a guide to healing from cancer and other major health threats, but also an invitation for everyone to reconsider their habits of body and mind. What does it mean to be sick or to be healthy? What does it mean to be
- [Hair on Fire by Larada Horner-Miller](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/hair-on-fire-by-larada-horner-miller/): A charming collection of poems, stories, and memories about Christmastime, Hair on Fire: A Heartwarming & Humorous Christmas Memoir by Larada Horner-Miller is a spirited and inspiring take on the holiday season. Starting from Joseph and Mary, Horner-Miller has put together a lovely compendium of personal, religious, and cultural anecdotes around Christmas that serve as
- [Review: The Helper by Jeff Lee](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/review-the-helper-by-jeff-lee/): Author Jeff Lee plumbs the depths of human darkness and resilience in his gritty, visionary novel, The Helper, an intersecting tale of disparate lives in the deadly orbit of fate. Scrawled across the endless canvas of New York City and far beyond to realms past reality in the Connecticut countryside, this is a spiraling story
- [Heroes of a Warless World by Darren L. Holloway](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/heroes-of-a-warless-world-by-darren-l-holloway/): A magical flurry of mana, monsters, and epic attitude, Heroes of a Warless World by Darren L. Holloway tells the wild tale of Aria and her soul-linked protector, Rory, as they try to unlock the secret of their shared destiny. Creatively crafted and engagingly written, this action-packed read is something like a video game transposed
- [The Lost Souls of Guayaquil by Brian Gibb](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/the-lost-souls-of-guayaquil-by-brian-gibb/): Spectacularly creative and emotionally gripping, The Lost Souls of Guayaquil by Brian Gibb is an original and thought-provoking novel about life, death, and what defines us in between. In a clash of beliefs, destinies, and capitalist ambitions, a young woman is torn between fighting beside her oppressed people and staying loyal to her supernatural calling
- [Review: Magi Apprentice by Dan E. Hendrickson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/review-magi-apprentice-by-dan-e-hendrickson/): A narrative clash of mysticism, science, geopolitics, and biblical lore, Magi Apprentice by Dan E. Hendrickson is a unique piece of historical fiction, exploring the religious sects, governments, and individuals who likely played a part in the star-driven journey to the birthplace of Jesus. Rassan is a young military officer and friend to Prince Phraates,
- [Reasonable by K.T. Carlisle](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/reasonable-by-k-t-carlisle-2/): A recently jilted designer wakes up confused and covered in her best friend’s blood in Reasonable by K.T. Carlisle, a dark and dramatic first installment of the What Happened to Mia Davis? series. The lives of four friends who were rocked by collegiate tragedy and then bound by a joint business make for an interesting
- [Cloak of the Living Dead by Ernest Johnson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/cloak-of-the-living-dead-by-ernest-johnson-2/): Part social commentary and part motivational manifesto, Cloak of the Living Dead by Ernest Johnson demands the reader to look at the world and decide if they are simply going through the motions of existence or actually living their lives to their fullest potential. By discussing his own life’s tribulations and experiences, Johnson aims to
- [Reasonable by K.T. Carlisle](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/reasonable-by-k-t-carlisle/): A recently jilted designer wakes up confused and covered in her best friend's blood in Reasonable by K.T. Carlisle, a dark and dramatic first installment of the What Happened to Mia Davis? series. As Cat is dumped into the unforgiving justice system and her inexplicable brain fog begins to clear, she begins to realize that
- [Through An Emerald Gale by Jordan Riley Swan](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/through-an-emerald-gale-by-jordan-riley-swan/): A grown-up retelling of two classic stories, Through an Emerald Gale (A Snowfall in Oz Book 1) by Jordan Riley Swan is an epic collision of magic and royalty in the whimsical land of Oz. A sinister queen has her malevolent sights set on ultimate youth and eternal power, but the infamous Wicked Witch will
- [An Interview with Dave Tabler: Author of Delaware from Railways to Freeways](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/an-interview-with-dave-tabler-author-of-delaware-from-railways-to-freeways/): Ten-year-old Dave Tabler decided he was going to read the "R" volume from the family’s World Book Encyclopedia over summer vacation. He never made it from beginning to end. He did, however, become interested in Norman Rockwell, rare-earth elements, and Run for the Roses. Tabler’s father encouraged him to try his hand at taking pictures
- [Review: Thalondor: Kingdom of Legends by Shane Lege](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/review-thalondor-kingdom-of-legends-by-shane-lege/): A hero from a strange land arrives to fulfill an ancient prophecy and save a magical realm from annihilation in Thalondor: Kingdom of Legends by Shane Lege, a classic clash of good and ultimate evil. Awakening in a bewildered state, with only scraps of his memory intact, Valaric is mysteriously dropped into an unknown realm,
- [Review: Search for Complete by Stephen G. Hardy](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/review-search-for-complete-by-stephen-g-hardy/): Poetic, philosophical, and imaginative, Search for Complete by Stephen G. Hardy is a novel about love, loneliness, and friendship within a delightful fantasy framework. As Christopher, Laura, and David strive to find their own paths to happiness, the reader is guided through a whirlwind of emotions and insightful examinations of each character's psyche. Both lyrical and
- [The Perilous Journey of Gavin the Great by Don Gutteridge](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/the-perilous-journey-of-gavin-the-great-by-don-gutteridge-3/): Following in the tradition of Animal Farm, but with a lighter touch, The Perilous Journey of Gavin the Great by Don Gutteridge is an enchanting fable for all ages, full of poetry and wit. Gavin, a young raccoon, wakes up after a storm to find Earthwood changed into a desert of mud and fog, offering
- [The Perilous Journey of Gavin the Great by Don Gutteridge](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/the-perilous-journey-of-gavin-the-great-by-don-gutteridge-2/): Reframing the scope of existence with comforting charm and emotional weight, The Perilous Journey of Gavin the Great by Don Gutteridge is the deceptively whimsical story of an unavoidable animal exodus in the face of environmental disaster, and the collisions of fear and ambition that inevitably arise. Peppered with compelling black and white illustrations, the
- [Review: Pondering the Mystery of Life by Audrey C. Shields](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/review-pondering-the-mystery-of-life-by-audrey-c-shields/): Offering a thorough and unbiased portrait of spiritual origins and belief throughout history, Pondering the Mystery of Life by Audrey C. Shields addresses some of the greatest questions we face as human beings with consciousness and self-awareness. With an engaging tone, impressively deep research, and a stated desire for clarity and good-faith exploration, this is
- [Father of the Future by Darren Dash](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/father-of-the-future-by-darren-dash/): Linking the mysteries and masterworks of history to a nearly omnipotent supercomputer from the 29th century, Father of the Future by Darren Dash is a time-hopping sci-fi thrill. Cassique is a Time Fixer, devoted to realigning the past to protect the present, but life in the 29th century is a digitally anesthetized and tech-dominated dystopia,
- [Invisible Sun by Andrew H. Housley](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/invisible-sun-by-andrew-h-housley/): A time-leaping portrait of grief and fraternal connection, Invisible Sun by Andrew H. Housley probes deep into the unique scars and stains left by those we love, particularly when they make the tragic choice to leave this life. Ian and Chadwick, still reeling in their own ways from the sudden death of their brother, must
- [Rome's Last Noble Palace by Kimberly Sullivan](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/romes-last-noble-palace-by-kimberly-sullivan/): A two-pronged narrative that weaves together gracefully across time, Rome's Last Noble Palace by Kimberly Sullivan is a dramatic thrill for lovers of period dramas and supernatural tales alike. An ornate Roman palazzo with at least one century of secrets lies at the heart of this ghostly and lavishly detailed read, which artfully explores feminine
- [Twisted Monarch by Athene Z. Adam](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/twisted-monarch-by-athene-z-adam/): Author Athene Z. Adam delivers another entrancing read with Twisted Monarch, a stellar second installment of the Reign of the North Forest series. In a future world populated by Earth's exported prisoners, children have ceased to age, remaining trapped in a stagnant physical state, even as their minds progress. Having become enemies of Drimys -
- [Review: Alpha and Omega: Awakening by Peter J.D. Woodruff](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/review-alpha-and-omega-awakening-by-peter-j-d-woodruff/): A collision of realities, times, gods, and demons makes Alpha and Omega: Awakening by Peter J.D. Woodruff an eye-opening and mind-bending work of dark fantasy. When the fabric of reality rips apart, Earth becomes a divine battlefield, and an apocalyptic hellscape of otherworldly fiends with a hunger for human flesh. As the world plunges into
- [Voice Treaty Truth by Barbara Miller](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/voice-treaty-truth-by-barbara-miller/): Offering a compelling spiritual argument for a critical referendum, Voice Treaty Truth: Has the Christian Voice Been Heard? by Barbara Miller is a timely and powerful assessment of race relations and the existential future of Australia. The opportunity for a multiculturally inclusive and self-aware future for the nation are at stake, and this book looks
- [Imperious Realm by Athene Z. Adam](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2022/10/imperious-realm-by-athene-z-adam/): A mysterious virus is eliminating the adult population and creating Antisenents, children who don’t age and are confined to their childhood bodies in Imperious Realm by Athene Z. Adam, a highly inventive work of topical science fiction. On the planet Eiyesa, the population can’t reproduce and could disappear while political rivalries threaten both the society’s
- [The Odyssey of Fletcher by Erik Dargitz](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/the-odyssey-of-fletcher-by-erik-dargitz/): A clever dystopian novel with a big splash of humor, The Odyssey of Fletcher by Erik Dargitz is a satirical novel about a socially-awkward young man who finds himself to be the last man on Earth when a global pandemic wipes out the rest of the male population. As he ventures out of his basement
- [Review: The Fantastical and Mysterious Tale of Sweetpea of Monsterville by Corey Wolff](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/review-the-fantastical-and-mysterious-tale-of-sweetpea-of-monsterville-by-corey-wolff/): Rhyming its way through monstrous lands and otherworldly mommy issues, The Fantastical and Mysterious Tale of Sweet Pea of Monsterville by Corey Wolff is a strange and visionary work of fantasy. Sweet Pea may be a resident of Monsterville - and heir to the throne - but his personality is anything but horrifying, and his
- [The Aching Plane by Cody Lakin](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/the-aching-plane-by-cody-lakin/): An inventive and continually surprising novel, The Aching Plane by Cody Lakin tells an intimate story about grappling with the past. Since Charlie lost her friend Marion who disappeared when she was only twelve years old, and then her mother who left home when she was seventeen, she has been dealing with deep issues of
- [Danish Connection by Keith Thye](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/danish-connection-by-keith-thye/): Danish Connection: The Dansgaard Family Saga by Keith Thye is a compelling historical epic inspired by the author’s own family heritage. Bjorn Dansgaard, born in a southern Danish town lost to Germany in 1864, is enrolled to fight in World War I as part of the German army. From Europe to America, World War I
- [Rosie and the Hobby Farm by Kolina Cicero, Illustrated by  Khoa Le](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/rosie-and-the-hobby-farm-by-kolina-cicero-illustrated-by-khoa-le/): Rosie and the Hobby Farm by Kolina Cicero, with exquisite illustrations by Khoa Le, is an educational yet poetic picture book about the importance of nurturing a caring relationship with the world around you, which ticks all the boxes for superlative children's literature. Rosie lives at the Hobby Farm with her dog Keeper where she
- [Review: The Great Flip by Donald J. Fraser](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/review-the-great-flip-by-donald-j-fraser/): Excavating an often overlooked but massively significant change in American political consciousness, The Great Flip by Donald J. Fraser is a brilliant examination of how the United States became so divided. The timeless dialectic of minimal government and individual capability vs. big government and collective responsibility is the foundation of American partisanship, and the crux
- [The Fred Parker Show by Vincent Glen](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/the-fred-parker-show-by-vincent-glen/): Following the adventures of a group of talking animals trying to make it in show business, The Fred Parker Show by Vincent Glen is a wildly inventive and original novel with a theatrical structure. On the stage of the Magic Rainbow Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, the Fred Parker Show is about to commence –
- [SQL Quest by Neha Saini](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/sql-quest-by-neha-saini/): A well-written and informative introduction to the world of SQL, or Structured Query Language, which is how computers and databases communicate with each other, SQL Quest: A Journey Through Data by Neha Saini is a comprehensive and easy-to-follow overview of a complex topic. Aimed at young learners at least in its initial presentation, the book
- [Sons of Empire by Chandler McGrew](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/sons-of-empire-by-chandler-mcgrew/): Seamlessly blending technology and magic in his exhilarating new novel Sons of Empire, author Chandler McGrew has delivered a brilliant allegorical adventure and a bold opening salvo in the World of Arras series. Trastan, the son of a legendary High Magister, is suddenly sent away from all he knows to learn the hard lessons of
- [Pixylations by Joe Laudati](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/pixylations-by-joe-laudati/): A delightful book that revisits Irish folk tales and legends, Pixylations by Joe Laudati tells the story of a rebellious and talented pixy called Faela, immersing the reader in a spellbinding story about friendship, love, and self-acceptance. The Irish countryside of the 18th century is thriving with magic creatures that have their own world and
- [Is Amazon Censoring Customer Reviews? Seems Like It.](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/is-amazon-censoring-customer-reviews-seems-like-it/): Lately, there has been much said about censorship of writing in the United States. But now it seems Amazon has got on the morality bandwagon with the slashing of customer review content. Amazon has rightfully always had its standards when it comes to customers writing product reviews. But now it seems that words used in
- [Awakened Horror by Quill Holland](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/awakened-horror-by-quill-holland/): An exhilarating sci-fi thriller exploring good and evil on a galactic scale, Awakened Horror by Quill Holland is a twisted and expansive sci-fi novel with a cast of compelling and conflicted heroes. Haunted by a lingering fear that the Empire has somehow survived and is regaining strength, Raith struggles with the revelations of his past
- [Red Thread by Anne Kampf](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/red-thread-by-anne-kampf/): Tracing humanity's trajectory from systems of faith to our modern era of science, Red Thread: Occult to Science and Beyond by Anne Kampf looks to find overlap and common ground between these two seemingly opposing forces. Beginning with a fascinating review of scientific and non-scientific paradigms throughout history, readers are invited to start connecting their
- [Who's Back at the Door by JC Bratton](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/whos-back-at-the-door-by-jc-bratton/): A gruesome, creative, and easy-to-devour novella by JC Bratton, Who's Back at the Door? is a chilling tale and a well-crafted sequel to Who's at the Door? Years after young Jamie Patterson mysteriously disappears from her dorm room, an ominous mirror split by a crack reappears in the life of a parapsychologist who had been
- [Not Yo Cheeze by Amy Winfield](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/not-yo-cheeze-by-amy-winfield/): Taking place in Cheeston, a town inhabited by a mice society, Not Yo Cheeze by Amy Winfield is an exhilaratingly fun piece of middle grade fiction. Tone Provolone and Cheddar Chessman’s cheese shop, inherited from their fathers, is almost always empty, but a new catering contract with the powerful Donna Parmesan could finally be their
- [Desperation Island by Keith A. Hamilton](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/10/desperation-island-by-keith-a-hamilton/): An extraordinary, tough-as-nails adventure novel, Desperation Island by Keith A. Hamilton is a gritty take on the pirate genre with a contemporary twist - a 21st Century Pirates of the Caribbean, as the subtitle accurately describes. After Ronald Johnson discovers he is a descendant of Francis Drake, he decides to become a pirate and take
- [Review: In the Shadow of the Sun by Poli Flores Jr.](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/review-in-the-shadow-of-the-sun-by-poli-flores-jr/): A touching tale of brotherly devotion and the life-altering consequences of war, In the Shadow of the Sun by Poli Flores Jr. is an outback California drama that echoes across small-town American life. In the shifting cultural landscape of the Vietnam era, a young man named Curt leaves for war as a musclebound titan, but
- [Review: Legends of Earth by David Gwinn](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/review-legends-of-earth-by-david-gwinn/): A science fiction adventure with some downright Shakespearean twists, Legends of Earth by David Gwinn is a breathless mash-up of police procedural and space opera that is a page-turner from the first page. When a seasoned cop is pulled into a mind-boggling new case - a woman single-handedly cutting the power and knocking over banks
- [From Where We Threw Dogs by Stephen Mellor](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/from-where-we-threw-dogs-by-stephen-mellor/): Transcending the boundaries of history, culture, and traditional narration, From Where We Threw Dogs by Stephen Mellor is a visceral and haunting new novel about family, destiny, and the cycles of fate from which we can never escape. Ben and Sara are celebrating their anniversary with a rambling journey across Spain, but his exhausting and
- [O'Shaughnessy Investigations, Inc. by A.G. Russo](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/oshaughnessy-investigations-inc-by-a-g-russo/): A wartime noir thriller exploring the edges of New York City, O'Shaughnessy Investigations, Inc. by A.G. Russo is a sharply penned and wildly immersive murder mystery. When the dauntless Maeve O’Shaughnessy takes over the family detective agency while her brothers are away at war, the threat of failure forces her to choose strange bedfellows, such
- [How To Rank in Amazon Kindle Categories](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2022/04/how-to-rank-in-amazon-kindle-categories-in-2022/): SPR's Cate Baum takes a look at what methods work and don't work this spring for ranking higher in Amazon's Best Seller charts with your Kindle eBook. Amazon has been messing about with its categories quite extensively, but does this mean ranking is going to become more difficult? Yes and no. Genre is relevant Now
- [What's Happening With Amazon's Ranking Right Now?](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2022/02/whats-happening-with-amazons-ranking-right-now-findings-feb-2022/): There's something going on with ranking on Amazon again, and there's been lots of speculation this week without much real evidence being posted on various blogs for authors. So we've done some real-life tests on ranking, and here's a set of live findings so far on real book promotions, offered without too much speculation. FINDINGS
- [The Burning Bandit by Lauren Louise Hazel](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/the-burning-bandit-by-lauren-louise-hazel/): A sprawling and original adventure in a familiar magical paradigm, The Burning Bandit by Lauren Louise Hazel is a richly imagined work of high fantasy. Sharing a bond borne from tragedy, Kai and Rayan are the outsider dynamos at the center of this novel, their entrancing destinies swirling around the other as the story unfolds.
- [Loose on the Landscape by Joel Everett Harding](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/loose-on-the-landscape-by-joel-everett-harding/): A beautiful reflection on humanity's responsibility and relationship to the diverse ecosystems of our natural world, Loose on the Landscape: An Ecologist Looks for Meaning in the Wildest Places by Joel Everett Harding is an ecological manifesto and a travelogue that would make both Darwin and Steinbeck proud. From the Susquehanna River Valley and Chesapeake
- [Review: Beginning of Arrogance by Bryan Cole](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/review-beginning-of-arrogance-by-bryan-cole/): Author Bryan Cole debuts his A Paladin's Journey series in stunning style with Beginning of Arrogance, a page-turning sword and sorcery adventure that will thrill devoted fantasy fans. The freshly imagined realm of Baltorc and Watford's dramatic denizens set a coastal stage for the rise of a sinister new evil in this creative and compelling
- [Just Keep Climbing by Barry Finlay](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/just-keep-climbing-by-barry-finlay/): Exploring human adversity in its many forms, Just Keep Climbing: Inspirational Stories for Overcoming Challenges and Living Life by Barry Finlay is a collection of tales that will thrill and inspire via a unique lens. From the bitter and beautiful peak of Kilimanjaro to the struggles of creatives in a demanding world, ultramarathon insecurities, and
- [2024... Your Year of More by Noah William Smith](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/2024-your-year-of-more-by-noah-william-smith/): Author Noah William Smith offers straightforward and sage advice for finding greater happiness in his new book, 2024... Your Year of More, a personal yet universal work of self-help. Presenting real-world examples and suggestions for everyday positivity and incremental growth, this is an uplifting and actionable guide for those seeking a shift in the trajectory of
- [Rhapsody in a Minor Mode by Elaine Kozak](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/rhapsody-in-a-minor-mode-by-elaine-kozak/): A heart-expanding novel of tragic revelations, young love, and the eye-opening journeys we must take alone, Rhapsody in a Minor Mode by Elaine Kozak is a haunting reflection on modern masculinity and the mercurial nature of our formative stories. After discovering a shocking truth about the birth father he never met, Niels leaves his Toronto
- [Marching with a Broken Shadow by Dyson Russell](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/marching-with-a-broken-shadow-by-dyson-russell-2/): A haunting and heavy anthology of emotionally driven poems, Marching with a Broken Shadow by Dyson Russell is a wide-ranging collection that tackles romantic ironies, universal agonies, and the simple pleasures of existence. The diversity of the poems' subject matter, length, and tone keeps the reading experience dynamic, making it easy to read dozens of
- [The Fixer by Frank C. Senia](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/the-fixer-by-frank-c-senia/): Detailing a hard life of street smarts and survival, The Fixer by Frank C. Senia is the gritty portrait of Billy Summers, from his earliest battles as a childhood bruiser to his career in California as protective muscle, expected to do whatever was necessary to get the job done. Powerful in its depth and intimacy
- [Cloak of the Living Dead by Ernest Johnson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/cloak-of-the-living-dead-by-ernest-johnson/): A deep dive into the modern phenomenon of surviving without truly existing, Cloak of the Living Dead: 13 Reasons Why You're Living Dead by Ernest Johnson is a bold treatise on how to bring yourself back to a fulfilled, meaningful, and God-centered life. From governmental authorities and mindless careers to personal apathy, the pharmaceutical industry,
- [Loving Strays by Franco Cardiello](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/loving-strays-by-franco-cardiello/): A truth-telling collection of poetry from Franco Cardiello, Loving Strays examines the highs and lows of love in the varied seasons of our unpredictable lives. From long-distance romance behind bars to surviving betrayal under the influence, the opening salvos of this reflective collection are raw and passionate musings of youth. The free-verse storytelling style gracefully
- [The Dougherty Code by Peter Dougherty](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/the-dougherty-code-by-peter-dougherty/): The Dougherty Code: Secrets of Financial Planning in Spain Revealed by Peter Dougherty is a clearly organized and amusingly written guide about starting a financial planning business in Spain, which will be of great use to anyone in that specialized niche but also, remarkably, of genuine interest to the general reader interested in Spanish or
- [The Dominant One by Michelle Ian](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/the-dominant-one-by-michelle-ian/): Reality, memory, and the dark side of dreaming collide in The Dominant One by Michelle Ian, a spiraling work of supernatural horror that hooks hard from the very first chapter. A wise protector with a hidden power finds himself on a desperate rescue mission in the Arizona mountains, haunted by the fatal fallout of his
- [Queens of Moirai by Rhiannon Hargadon](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/queens-of-moirai-by-rhiannon-hargadon/): An engrossing work of dark fantasy, Queens of Moirai by Rhiannon Hargadon is a wildly imaginative novel marked by the strong presence of gods, fate, and magic, drawn in part from Greek mythology. Both grandly mythic and down to earth, the novel tells the story of Morena, descendent of the death-ruler Atropos, and her struggle
- [Sun Tzu's Art of War in Business Strategy by M.K. Langley](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/sun-tzus-art-of-war-in-business-strategy-by-m-k-langley/): From building competitive intelligence to sharpening your instincts in the heat of conflict, Sun Tzu's Art of War in Business Strategy: Mastering the Battlefield of Commerce by M.K. Langley is a close reading of the titular text for an ambitious professional generation. Breaking down the keys to corporate success before distilling them through Sun Tzu's
- [Simon's Dream by Jeremy Howe](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/simons-dream-by-jeremy-howe/): A psychological and paranormal crime thriller, Simon's Dream by Jeremy Howe is a gripping hunt for long-overdue justice. Surreal, spiritual, and undeniably creative, this slow-burning novel digs into powerful themes of unfulfilled purpose, vengeful justice, and the casual violence of our modern world. Simon Verner is still figuring out his future in the waking world,
- [The Blizzard's Secrets by DJanée](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/the-blizzards-secrets-by-djanee/): Power is rarely gained honestly, nor held gently, as author DJanée reveals in the stark novel The Blizzard's Secrets, a fantasy parable of leadership and loyalty. The Ruler of Taliver is acting strangely, asking the intrepid young Daia, future Commander of the Forces, to keep secrets from the Seer - a forbidden practice. Luring her
- [Owning Your Destiny by Duncan McLauren](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/owning-your-destiny-by-duncan-mclauren/): Aimed at helping women regain self-confidence and trust in their future, Owning Your Destiny: A Woman's Guide to Harnessing the Power Within by Duncan McLauren is an effective self-help book with a uniquely precise focus. Drawing from her personal experience and research, McLauren covers meditation, breathing, visualization, and other techniques she used to communicate more
- [Review: The Four Year Hitch by Don Cox](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/review-the-four-year-hitch-by-don-cox/): A heartwarming novel that plays with narrative stereotypes about love and happy endings, The Four Year Hitch by Don Cox is an affecting work of romantic contemporary fiction. Although the main characters are clearly destined to be together, circumstances and individual mistakes keep them apart for a long time, making this tender piece of fiction
- [Cyberama by Arthi Vasudevan, Illustrated by Jasmin Davis](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/cyberama-by-arthi-vasudevan-illustrated-by-jasmin-davis/): An addictive VR video game leads to surprising and challenging lessons about internet safety in Cyberama by Arthi Vasudevan, a clever children's book laced with critical wisdom. Maya is a curious gamer with cyber-savvy parents working on a secret government project, but when bad actors attack via cyberspace, it will take fresh knowledge and clever
- [The First State by Tshekedi Wallace](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/the-first-state-by-tshekedi-wallace-3/): Summoning the nightmare of fascist oppression in a chilling near-future prophecy, The First State by Tshekedi Wallace is a prescient international thriller of rebellion and resistance. Despite the novel being set five decades in the future, the existential threats of autocratic dictators, police state propaganda, and financial oppression feel all too timely for contemporary readers.
- [Invasive Species by Nick Snape](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/invasive-species-by-nick-snape/): The intrepid Delta Squad of space commandos is back in Invasive Species by Nick Snape, the sixth book in his wildly creative Weapons of Choice series. In need of recuperation after their recent tragic losses, the team descends into the Stratan system, only to find a shattered society of regressed humanity where trust is rarer
- [Review: Where Martyrs Rise Snowflakes Don’t Fall by Albert M. Jabara](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/review-where-martyrs-rise-snowflakes-dont-fall-by-albert-m-jabara/): A fictional manifesto plumbing the lyrical depths of spirituality, the horrors of history, and the contradictions of human existence, Where Martyrs Rise Snowflakes Don’t Fall by Albert M. Jabara is a confident and belief-challenging read, offering an eye-opening blend of religious theory, philosophical narrative, poetic exploration, and historical analysis. Yunus Nef'i is the main protagonist
- [The Day Before Tomorrow by Monique Britten](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/the-day-before-tomorrow-by-monique-britten/): Both a heartbreaking book about the impact of grief, and an uplifting novel about strong, unremitting, and unconditional love, The Day Before Tomorrow: An Idea Whose Time Has Come by Monique Britten is a multifaceted and affecting read. Telling the story of a series of women who battle illness, such as Juliette, trauma, such as
- [The Halcyon Crisis by Drew Harrison](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/the-halcyon-crisis-by-drew-harrison/): A captivating and original high-seas thriller, The Halcyon Crisis by Drew Harrison takes readers into the fascinating bowels and drama of a cruise ship as it navigates the dangers of a brazen pirate takeover. What the tech-savvy terrorists don't expect is a skilled hostage negotiator among the ragtag cast of rebellious and entertainingly entitled travelers.
- [Half-Caste by Jerome Cranston](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/half-caste-by-jerome-cranston/): A profoundly insightful look into one man's relationship to race, Half-Caste: Decidedly Brown in a Black or White World by Jerome Cranston is a reflective memoir that is both timely and deeply personal. The author fearlessly explores interracial existence through challenging stories of cruelty in childhood, the peril of international travel, and the complexity of
- [Review: Broken Sky by John Harvey](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/review-broken-sky-by-john-harvey/): Pushing the boundaries of YA science fiction, Broken Sky by John Harvey is the spectacular first installment of the Cirrus Chronicles saga. A young mechanical genius who prefers the company of machines far more than people, Jack Scatter is a classic sci-fi protagonist - an outsider youth with untapped but impressive skills pulled into an
- [The Mother's Threat by Susan Specht Oram](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/09/the-mothers-threat-by-susan-specht-oram/): A timely and tightly penned novel, The Mother's Threat by Susan Specht Oram dives into the violence of political belief and the dangerous half-truths we tell the ones we love. Eager to be her own boss and launch a security services company, Violet Cleveland, the intrepid head of Outrigger Services, never expected to be defending
- [Texas Off-Road Racing 2 by Mike Kowis, Esq.](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/texas-off-road-racing-2-by-mike-kowis-esq/): Part parenting book and part history of motorsports, Texas Off-Road Racing 2: The Battle for ATV and Side-by-Side Championships by Mike Kowis, Esq. offers a humorous take on the author’s campaign for the 2022 championship in racing ATVs. Providing details of the incidents of the previous season and past racing experiences, the author sets the
- [Review: The Light Within Darkness by David C. Jeffrey](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/review-the-light-within-darkness-by-david-c-jeffrey/): Pushing the sci-fi adventure genre and this ambitious series into uncharted space, The Light Within Darkness by David C. Jeffrey is a tremendous third chapter in the Space Unbound saga. The voidoid portals may be safe from destruction for now, but the greatest threat to humanity has fled into the unknown chasm of space, gathering
- [Review: Across the Divide by Elizabeth Bernays](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/06/review-across-the-divide-by-elizabeth-bernays/): A charming memoir by entomologist and writer Elizabeth Bernays, Across the Divide: The Strangest Love Affair explores new forms of love later in life. Joyful, but also profound and reflective, the book is an enchanting and memorable read that mixes levity with deep emotion. With eloquent and engaging prose, Bernays tells of her complex and
- [New Beginnings by Helen C. Kelly](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/new-beginnings-by-helen-c-kelly/): A romantic novel that explores the aftermath of breakups, New Beginnings by Helen C. Kelly is a stirring, emotional read. Jane, a music teacher and talented singer, is coming out of a long and painful history when she meets David, a divorcee who runs a restaurant in her village. As they deal with feelings of
- [Futility of Defense (A Paladin's Journey Book 2) by Bryan Cole](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/futility-of-defense-a-paladins-journey-book-2-by-bryan-cole/): A dragon-bound paladin with the voice of a god in his head does battle with destiny and self-doubt in Futility of Defense by Bryan Cole, the second piece of his Paladin's Journey saga. As the relentless war against the sea devils rages on, Krell's spell-casting and battlefield heroics draw the attention of those who would
- [Sonnets of Love and Joy by Paul Buchheit](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/sonnets-of-love-and-joy-by-paul-buchheit/): Inviting readers to savor both subject and rhythm, Sonnets of Love and Joy is a reflective collection from poet Paul Buchheit. Exploring love for another, the joy of family, adoration for nature, the seasons, children, and more, this technically polished gathering of sonnets is broad in subject and scope, but consistent in its quality. There
- [Review: Delaware From Railways to Freeways by Dave Tabler](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/review-delaware-from-railways-to-freeways-by-dave-tabler/): A photographic and curiosity-inspiring tour through the "First State" during the bustling 19th century, Delaware From Railways to Freeways: First State, Second Phase by Dave Tabler is the second installment of his eye-opening series about an oft-overlooked state. Like Tabler's first book in this deep-dive state trilogy, each turn of the page reveals stunning images
- [The Magic In Metaphor by Harley Sears](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/the-magic-in-metaphor-by-harley-sears/): With twenty-five imaginative, funny, and tender stories, The Magic In Metaphor: Empowering Children Through Healing Stories by Harley Sears is an invaluable teaching aid for adults and an inspiring read for children. Using metaphor as a therapeutic device, Sears crafts insightful stories on topics such as self-esteem, anxiety, emotional management, empathy, and friendship, while also
- [Emerging From the Dark by Terence Ang](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/emerging-from-the-dark-by-terence-ang/): A refreshingly candid look into the experiences of stroke survivors, Emerging From the Dark by Terence Ang is both informative and inspiring. Arranged as a series of essays, the book uses original illustrations as a companion to the text in order to examine myriad topics faced by stroke survivors: physical and mental health, depression, loneliness,
- [Through the Test of Time II by D. Angel](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/through-the-test-of-time-ii-by-d-angel/): An unfiltered look into the author's long road to recovery and stability following his prison sentence, Through the Test of Time II: As Time Went On... by D. Angel is a revelatory confession and a visceral memoir. As Angel tries to piece together the shattered parts of his personal relationships, parental arrangements, and financial foundations,
- [Review: Wonders in the Waves by Jennifer Collins](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/review-wonders-in-the-waves-by-jennifer-collins/): Heartwrenching, honestly written, and challenging, Wonders in the Waves by Jennifer Collins is a novel about family, love, grief, and courage, and a compelling sequel to Comfort in the Wings. Striking a delicate balance between the intimacy of first-person narration, and the excitement of a rich plot full of relatable characters and twists, this multilayered
- [Review: The Cathedral Murders by J.E. Morales](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/06/review-the-cathedral-murders-by-j-e-morales/): Set in Peru during the activity of the communist terrorist group Shining Path in the late 80s and early 90s, The Cathedral Murders by J.E. Morales is a remarkable historical thriller with a noir core and a searing snapshot of Peruvian society, from the poorest layers of society to the highest, giving voice to people
- [Marching with a Broken Shadow by Dyson Russell](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/marching-with-a-broken-shadow-by-dyson-russell/): A haunting and heavy anthology of emotionally driven poems, Marching with a Broken Shadow by Dyson Russell is a wide-ranging collection that tackles romantic ironies, universal agonies, and the simple pleasures of existence. From reflections on nature's nuanced beauty to kaleidoscopic analyses of true love and loss, these poems are unafraid to expose the unadulterated
- [Xenome by Vivek Pravat](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/xenome-by-vivek-pravat/): A sci-fi thriller that examines if humanity would stand a chance against a hostile alien force, Xenome by Vivek Pravat is a terrifying and fast-paced ride. An intrepid biologist finds herself in the heart of a rogue experiment gone wrong, and as secrets from her own past come to light, she must uncover the key
- [The Birth of Agent Big Butt by Amy Winfield, Illustrated by Tom McWeeney](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/the-birth-of-agent-big-butt-by-amy-winfield-illustrated-by-tom-mcweeney/): The Birth of Agent Big Butt: Butt of Steel, Heart of Gold by Amy Winfield, with brilliant illustrations by Tom McWeeney, is a hilarious and supremely original children's book about a baby who was born with an enormous rear end as hard as steel, as he takes on local robbers while outwitting a mad doctor.
- [Review: Remember Us by E.T. Gunnarsson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/review-remember-us-by-e-t-gunnarsson/): A post-apocalyptic road novel with a strong pair of protagonists in a richly described dystopia, Remember Us by E.T. Gunnarsson adds a fascinating new layer to his Odemark series. Two years into his time on new-world Earth, Simon is ready to brave the wasteland, leap into frontier life, and see what beauty the recovering planet
- [Review: Soft & Rage by Myka Silber](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/05/review-soft-rage-by-myka-silber/): Compelling and compassionate, mysterious and melancholy, Soft & Rage by Myka Silber is an extraordinary set of short stories. Surefootedly spanning a dazzling array of genres and styles, the collection feels fused together by its beautiful writing, clear-eyed point of view, and profound concern with the human condition. Although it treats many different themes and
- [Root of All Evil by Ayura Ayira](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/root-of-all-evil-by-ayura-ayira/): A powerful political thriller, Root of All Evil by Aura Ayira is a searing portrait of subjugation, violence, and the limits some people must go to find peace. Zayani seems to have it all from a distance - wealth, power, and beauty. However, forced to marry a ruthless dictator, she's also a prisoner, and every
- [Review: Thank Goliath by Domenic Aversa](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/05/review-thank-goliath-by-domenic-aversa/): A memoir spanning the author's childhood to his later years, Thank Goliath by Domenic Aversa is both fun and tragic, emotional and entertaining. With cutting intelligence and the wisdom acquired with age, Aversa sews his memories together and offers readers the portrait of a bright, sensitive, and resilient man. Adversity has repeatedly shown itself in
- [The Sacred Sword by Ed Jusino](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/08/the-sacred-sword-by-ed-jusino/): A fascinating and in-depth interpretation of the Bible, The Sacred Sword: New Biblical Discoveries by Ed Jusino helps paint a clear picture of what the text was specifically designed to teach. Providing specific verses from the Bible, the author explains in detail what the text refers to, how it fits into the larger narrative of
- [Review: Parenting with Kindness and Consequences by Barbara Frandsen](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/05/review-parenting-with-kindness-and-consequences-by-barbara-frandsen/): Parenting with Kindness and Consequences by Barbara Frandsen is a fascinating, detailed guide to parenting that blends the professional and the personal into one coherent vision. With a strong emphasis on how parents can help raise independent, mature, and self-assured kids, this is a timely book, passionately written, and full of real-world, practical advice. The
- [The Scoundrel’s Blade by Alkiviadis E. Halkioti](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/the-scoundrels-blade-by-alkiviadis-e-halkioti/): An epic fantasy adventure, The Scoundrel’s Blade by Alkiviadis E. Halkiotis is an excellent opening installment of the Chronicles of an Outcast series. In a classic hero's journey, the story follows Avathar as he tries to find his place in a world that was torn apart in a great war between Gods and Demons. As
- [Murphy's Luck 4: Jinx vs. Fate by Benjamin Laskin](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/murphys-luck-4-jinx-vs-fate-by-benjamin-laskin/): A laugh-out-loud punchline of a read, Murphy's Luck 4: Jinx vs. Fate by Benjamin Laskin continues the tongue-in-cheek tradition of this brilliantly strange series. Murphy's accursed reputation has spread far and wide, drawing the curious and the conspiratorial, as well as the Fed-Uppers, who would rather his jinx be kicked out of their lives forever.
- [Memoirs of Forgotten Yesterday by Aaron Grahame](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/memoirs-of-forgotten-yesterday-by-aaron-grahame-2/): Author Aaron Grahame captures the struggle of chronic illness and the transient nature of memory in Memoirs of Forgotten Yesterday, an emotive long-form reflection on one man's complicated life. Bailey is a devoted son and daily visitor to his increasingly forgetful father, Harry, who is often lost in the past, and regularly confused by the
- [Memoirs of Forgotten Yesterday by Aaron Grahame](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/memoirs-of-forgotten-yesterday-by-aaron-grahame/): A charming and heartfelt novel set in a not-too-distant future, in which the sea has dried out, and rain is only a memory, Memoirs of Forgotten Yesterday by Aaron Grahame is a thoughtful work of literary fiction. Harry moves into a retirement home now that his health is deteriorating; confused by Alzheimer's Disease, he lives
- [De Facto Pathfinder by CW3 Cesare Giannetti](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/de-facto-pathfinder-by-cw3-cesare-giannetti/): Exploring the dark dynamics of the veteran experience through the eyes of a story-gathering guide, CW3 Cesare Giannetti offers readers another unique lens in De Facto Pathfinder. From the very start, Chris Longo is a character that readers will want to connect with, whether they're a veteran or not. The benefit of having a veteran
- [The Icehouse by J.J. Richards](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/the-icehouse-by-j-j-richards/): A gripping pastoral thriller that could easily be a movie or series, The Icehouse by J.J. Richards is a richly developed tale of a murderous specter reappearing from the past. An aging and charmingly out-of-touch detective is pushed to the edge of ethics and emotions when a dormant menace embarks on a deadly spree in
- [For Better, For Worse by Ray Keating](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/for-better-for-worse-by-ray-keating/): Pulled into the crossfire of another deadly conflict from the past, Stephen Grant must switch collars from wedding officiant to efficient warrior to save his friends in For Better, For Worse by Ray Keating. Fueled by a furious desire for revenge, a merciless arms dealer targets the nuptial weekend of two CDM team members, but
- [The Machinist's Daughter by Georgia Adler](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/the-machinists-daughter-by-georgia-adler/): A gritty, erotic, and heart-pounding read from Georgia Adler, The Machinist's Daughter is an empowering story of resilience and hope in the face of impossible loss. Desperately trying not to drown in self-pity and self-destruction, Jesse Thomas has been shattered by the past, but she isn't willing to give up the fight just yet. The
- [The Northern Route by Walter Robinson](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/the-northern-route-by-walter-robinson/): Teeming with extraterrestrial world-building, The Northern Route by Walter Robinson is a jaw-droppingly creative sci-fi adventure splashed on a truly epic canvas. Vesta Amore is a skilled investigator in any star system, but joining a controversial humanitarian mission brings unexpected dangers, temptations, and tests of loyalty. Challenging the most powerful corporations in the galaxy is
- [Her Devoted Protector by Alessa Kelly](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/her-devoted-protector-by-alessa-kelly/): Thrilling from the start, Her Devoted Protector by Alessa Kelly is a high-stakes romance with a healthy splash of tense drama. Ivy Wren has plenty of secrets, and Mark has a wound in his heart that simply won't heal, but she is the Attorney General going to war with a sprawling drug empire, and he
- [AlieNation by Jayma Anne Montgomery](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/alienation-by-jayma-anne-montgomery/): AlieNation: The Imitated Life by Jayma Anne Montgomery is a surprising autobiographical work reflecting on family, culture, and identity, particularly in the context of immigration and mental health. Until the age of five, Jayma lived with her aunt and uncle in Jamaica, and she never realized her family was poor. Only when her mother brought
- [The Cardinal & the Crow by Alice Kanaka](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/the-cardinal-the-crow-by-alice-kanaka/): Jack and Sam are an unlikely pair of strangers turned sleuthing partners, but Alice Kanaka unites them perfectly for a dramatic Southwest mystery in The Cardinal & the Crow. Discovering you have a cousin, and being handed a huge pile of cash, is more than enough excitement for one season, but when land speculation turns
- [Relation Between HbF, Hematological Parameters & XmnI Gene Polymorphism by Shriya Das](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/relation-between-hbf-hematological-parameters-xmni-gene-polymorphism-by-shriya-das/): Shriya Das presents a novel testing method linking fetal hemoglobin levels and sickle cell disease in the clear and insightful thesis, Relation Between HbF, Hematological Parameters & XmnI Gene Polymorphism: In Sickle Cell Disease. Beginning with a thorough but not exhaustive introduction to sickle cell anemia and hemoglobin levels, particularly as they relate to neonates,
- [Bisentient by Patrick O'Connor](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/bisentient-by-patrick-oconnor/): Conspiratorial nightmares merge with the dark realities of power, religion, and psychological manipulation in Bisentient by Patrick O'Connor, a chilling thriller that touches on a number of genres. Mason, a curious cameraman, is pulled into the surreality of psychic connections after a beautiful woman begins frequenting his dreams. In the real world, she remains comatose
- [The Flowers of Hiraeth House by Angelica Krystel](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/the-flowers-of-hiraeth-house-by-angelica-krystel/): Eerie, poetic, and mysterious, The Flowers of Hiraeth House by Angelica Krystel is an enthralling work of visionary fiction that is as beautifully written as it is enigmatic. Rose, or so she likes to call herself, is traveling on a train with no place to go, and no destination in mind, when she accepts a
- [Review: Closer to Consciousness by Alexander Durig](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/05/review-closer-to-consciousness-by-alexander-durig/): Taking a deep plunge into the furthest recesses of the mind, author Alexander Durig presents a bold and expansive theory of the brain in Closer to Consciousness: The First Strong Theory of Consciousness. Like the unified Theory of Everything that astronomers and physicists so eagerly seek, a unified theory of consciousness is the holy grail
- [An Interview with Jeff Lee: Author of Karl Myers](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/an-interview-with-jeff-lee-author-of-karl-myers/): Jeff Lee, a retired educator and once avid sailor, currently divides his time between Chester County, Pennsylvania and Lewes on the Delaware Bay, where he now directs his creative energies to his life-long love of writing. Tell us about your book. Set in 1955 in Lewes on the Delaware Bay, the novel Karl Myers meets
- [An Interview with Dr. Kevin Grold: Author of The Alchemy of Affection](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/an-interview-with-dr-kevin-grold-author-of-the-alchemy-of-affection/): Dr. Kevin Grold has a Ph.D. in clinical psychology. His first book, The Love Report, is based on his research into couples in long-term relationships. He has always had an interest in the topic of love and making it easy for others to understand and integrate love into their life. He has been sought out
- [Review: Karl Myers by Jeff Lee](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/review-karl-myers-by-jeff-lee/): An instantly immersive story of innocence lost and justice miscarried, Karl Myers by Jeff Lee is a patiently profound piece of 1950s fiction - a visceral, dark, and poignant drama, which offers a snapshot of a sinister time that America has yet to fully escape. Karl Myers is a melancholic ex-Marine police chief with a
- [The Unnatural Order of Things by Rick M. Clausen](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/the-unnatural-order-of-things-by-rick-m-clausen/): A collection of short stories inhabiting a universe full of mystery and wonder, The Unnatural Order of Things by Rick M. Clausen displays the author's masterful command of the written word. In a series of surreal tales, we find thugs trapped in a desert loop, metaphysical visions of god-like horses, and the experiences of immortal
- [The Price of Justice by Tasmin Turner](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/the-price-of-justice-by-tasmin-turner/): A high-stakes second installment of the Crime Scene Kosovo series, The Price of Justice by Tasmin Turner is a page-turning spree of international action and gripping investigative storytelling. As an assistant international prosecutor in post-conflict Kosovo, Kit Chase is perfectly positioned to make a real difference in tackling widespread corruption, but hard lessons from her
- [The Missing Diary by Tasmin Turner](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/the-missing-diary-by-tasmin-turner/): Plunging readers into the gritty instability of a recovering war zone, The Missing Diary (Crime Scene Kosovo Book 1) by Tasmin Turner is a fast-paced legal drama that feels both timely and historically significant. Lawyer Kit Chase eagerly leaps into a new position in Kosovo, unaware that the conflict there hasn't exactly ended - just
- [Thief: Poetry and Prose by Bianca Bowers](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/thief-poetry-and-prose-by-bianca-bowers/): A candid and unfiltered collection of poetry about the crowded and complex life of a writer, mother, wife, explorer, and keen observer of life, Thief: Poetry and Prose demonstrates Bianca Bowers' piercing poetic insight. Drawing inspiration from all corners of her life and beyond - ghostwriting insecurities, Billie Eilish, the moons of Jupiter, ancient cities
- [Paradise Reborn by Nick Bileci](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/paradise-reborn-by-nick-bileci/): An unexpected homecoming means facing painful shadows of the past for Gwen Murphy in Paradise Reborn by Nick Bileci, the second piece of his Paradise Collection series. Gwen relentlessly digs into a sinister new threat afflicting the town, while seeking closure and vengeance for the sins she has yet to forgive. This intense narrative does
- [Naked Came the Detective by Glendall C. Jackson III](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/naked-came-the-detective-by-glendall-c-jackson-iii/): A slick and confident mystery told through the eyes of a no-nonsense mistress, Naked Came the Detective by Glendall C. Jackson III is a steamy sleuthing novella that can be devoured in an afternoon. Boldly erotic in both language and content, but balanced well with a cleverly crafted mystery, the story is self-assured and memorable,
- [Divinely Gifted by Maggie Havoc](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/divinely-gifted-by-maggie-havoc/): The third installment in Maggie Havoc’s Ancients series, Divinely Gifted carries on this ambitious theological epic with a deeper, more melancholic focus than previous installments, showing how actions can have dramatic consequences. In this third book, we find Ellie, Ruby, and Kaley still reeling from the events of Divinely Trained, with Ellie determined to carry
- [Captured Angel by Cynthia L. Clark](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/captured-angel-by-cynthia-l-clark/): A gripping tale of romance, betrayal, and forgiveness, Captured Angel by Cynthia L. Clark is a brutally honest peek into the crucible of commitment, and the undeniable power of true love. After suffering a tragic rejection in Clark's previous novel, Dirt Road Main Street, Holly Harris rebounds into a sure-thing engagement with a man who
- [Canvas of Healing by Suzette Welling](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/canvas-of-healing-by-suzette-welling/): A raw and fearless story of overcoming grief, loss, and betrayal, Canvas of Healing (Journeys of the Heart Book 1) by Suzette Welling is an empowering novel celebrating the power of second chances. After finding that her marriage had been collapsing long before her unfaithful husband died, Megan Hart returns to a place of cherished
- [Dinner at Tony Napoli's by Edward Izzi](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/dinner-at-tony-napolis-by-edward-izzi/): A hard-nosed Chicago mob thriller written with Edward Izzi's signature grit, Dinner at Tony Napoli's is the latest gripping novel from this skilled storyteller. A legendary Italian restaurant in Chicago is set for demolition after more than five decades of serving the powerful, famous, and dangerous denizens of that underworld. Rather than die in prison,
- [Ocellicon by A.G. Russo](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/ocellicon-by-a-g-russo/): A chilling, thought-provoking vision of a militarized and chaotic future, Ocellicon: Future Visions by A.G. Russo is a dramatic work of military sci-fi that takes on tough issues, which reflect the current world. Continuing a lifelong battle against those who underestimate her, Annalisa, a military Investigator of scarred and controversial origins, boldly dives into a
- [All Hope of Becoming Human by Lonnie Busch](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/all-hope-of-becoming-human-by-lonnie-busch/): A slow-burning apocalyptic thriller with reimagined origin stories and ancient alien tech, All Hope of Becoming Human by Lonnie Busch is a cerebral and entertaining piece of high-drama science fiction. As extreme weather events and pandemics continue to rock an already unstable planet, a massive earthquake uncovers something impossible in the Arizona desert - something
- [Alien Rebirth by Nick Snape](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/alien-rebirth-by-nick-snape/): The fifth chapter in Nick Snape's Weapons of Choice series, Alien Rebirth returns to its survival thriller roots as the heroic squad plunges into a new and dangerous world. While investigating an electromagnetic anomaly in a mining colony system seeded by the Haven, these liberators, warriors, and explorers are confronted by a faceless evil, one
- [Review: As Time Goes By by W. Royce Adams](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/05/review-as-time-goes-by-by-w-royce-adams/): As Time Goes By by W. Royce Adams is a beautifully written, heartfelt, fictional memoir, in which the stories of a lifetime trigger profound reflections on life, love, and death. With unique irony and mastery of the written word, W. Royce Adams questions his own life and life writ large, guiding the reader through an
- [See Yourself in Cybersecurity by Zinet Kemal](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/see-yourself-in-cybersecurity-by-zinet-kemal/): A useful, inclusive, and accessible introduction to an ever-growing industry, See Yourself in Cybersecurity: A Book About Careers in Cybersecurity for the Next Generation by Zinet Kemal is perfectly designed for younger readers dreaming about what their future careers may hold. Putting a broad range of professional paths into simple terms, from investigator and threat
- [About That Brit by Erin Lynne](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/07/about-that-brit-by-erin-lynne/): About That Brit (About That Series Book 4) by Erin Lynne is a light but entirely captivating novel about sex, love, and relationships, and another entertaining installment in this series of steamy rom-coms. Elena has just broken up with her boyfriend and she needs a drastic change in her life, so when Jasper, a notorious
- [Unclutter by Winnie D. Pagora](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/06/unclutter-by-winnie-d-pagora/): A boldly honest, finely written, and urgent work of fiction about dealing with trauma, Unclutter: A Survivor's Story by Winnie D. Pagora is a novel that reads with the immediacy of a memoir. Tina is a bright teenager who has just become the star of her high school by developing a successful app, when a
- [Review: Eudora Space Kid: The Greatest Matchmaker in Space! by David Horn](https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/2023/05/review-eudora-space-kid-the-greatest-matchmaker-in-space-by-david-horn/): Expanding his Eudora Space Kid series with another interstellar romp, author David Horn crafts another hilarious and heartfelt adventure in The Greatest Matchmaker in Space! A wild and whimsical story set onboard the AstroLiner Athena means more adventures and mischievous plots by Eudora, a human adopted by alien parents on an intelligence-gathering mission across the
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