From Boiling Water to Master of the Southern European Cuisine
Title: From Boiling Water to Master of the Southern European Cuisine
Author: Janisa J. Brunstein
Publisher: Author Reputation Press
ISBN: 979-8888533529
Pages: 222
Genre: Cooking / Travel
Reviewed by: Dan MacIntosh
Hollywood Book Reviews
Janisa J. Brunstein’s book, From Boiling Water to Master of the Southern European Cuisine, includes a lot of different subjects rolled
Savanna’s Treasure
Title: Savanna’s Treasure
Author: C. Behrens
Publisher: Pen It Publications
ISBN: 2nd Edition Coming Soon!
Pages: 132
Genre: Children’s Literature
Reviewed by: Lily Amanda
Hollywood Book Reviews
For an author to venture into the animal world to forge a story that is not only entertaining and educative but also one which readers can relate to, special artistry
Prodigals: A Vietnam Story
Title: Prodigals: A Vietnam Story
Author: Richard Taylor
Publisher: Casemate; Reprint Edition
ISBN: 978-1935149866
Pages: 336
Genre: Vietnam War Biographies / Non-Fiction
Reviewed by: Jack Chambers
Hollywood Book Reviews
In the history of the United States, almost every generation has been defined by the wars in which we have found ourselves in. From the war which brought this country to the forefront to the
4th Origin
Title: 4th Origin: Refuting The Myth of Evolutionism and Exposing The Folly of Clergy Letters
Author: Michael Ebifegha
Publisher: Leavitt Peak Press
ISBN: 978-1-957956-91-6
Genre: Religion/Science
Pages: 190
Reviewed by: Lisa Brown
Hollywood Book Reviews
Author Michael Ebifegha‘s 4th
Pyramids of Meridian
Title: Pyramids of Meridian
Author: Sam Arnold
Publisher: BookBaby
ISBN: 979-8350900590
Pages: 426
Genre: Sci-Fiction
Reviewed by: Ephantus M.
Hollywood Book Reviews
Author Sam Arnold’s Pyramids of Meridian is a creative apocalyptic novel that contends with the existence of a veritable afterlife in a distinctive space opera setting. The read follows well-hewn characters who strive to respond to the worry of what free will means when one is
Time Before Time
Title: Time Before Time
Authors: Dan Dubose, Beau Dubose
Publisher: URLink Print & Media
ISBN: 9781684864584
Pages: 292
Genre: Science Fiction
Reviewed by: Lily Amanda
Hollywood Book Reviews
Time Before Time is a compelling sci-fi novel written by Dan Dubose and Beau Dubose. Here, the authors introduce readers to Emerson Whitmore, an elite scientist whose unusual theories are strongly disputed by his mainstream scientist peers and nearly jeopardize his long-standing career. Whitmore holds a unique hypothesis that long before the existence of modern-day
God Plants a Garden
Title: God Plants a Garden
Subtitle: A Different Kind of Love Story
Author: Buck Elder
Publisher: Brilliant Books Literary
ISBN: 979-8-88945-267-6
Genre: Children’s Book
Pages: 18
Reviewed by: Beth Adams
Hollywood Book Reviews
Author Buck Elder has created a Best-In-Class story of creation, basically following Biblical foundations, yet expanding upon it by explaining the imagined thought process of God, as He decided what-and-how to make Earth a garden planet within His Universe. That sounds like
Facing the Challenge, Beating the Odds
Title: Facing the Challenge, Beating the Odds: The Jimmy Mulzet Story
Author: Jimmy Mulzet
Publisher: Brilliant Books Literary
ISBN: 979-8-88945-308-6
Genre: Memoir
Pages: 104
Reviewed by: Allison Walker
Hollywood Book Reviews
Be inspired by the profound story of one man’s journey through adversity, resilience and unwavering faith when you read Facing the Challenge, Beating the Odds: The Jimmy Mulzet Story. Written by Jimmy Mulzet, this autobiography is the success story of one man’s battle with cerebral palsy and the remarkable achievements that are
Saving Christ
Title: Saving Christ: Starway Seven
Author: Francis T. Perry Williams
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing Co.
ISBN: 979‐8‐8860‐4041‐8
Genre: Science Fiction / Religious Fiction
Pages: 392
Reviewed by: Aaron Washington
Hollywood Book Reviews
A riveting tale of time travel to alter the course of humanity. The core narrative revolves around a time-traveling apparatus, The Starway Seven, that uses innovations like an anti-gravity system, and Jennifer whose mission is to prevent certain events. President Jim Peck, in his grief, pushes through the mission to get
Providential Endowment
Title: Providential Endowment: Working With the Army and Air Force Exchange Service
Author: Cecilio N. Navarro, Jr.
Publisher: Westbow Press
ISBN: 1664237763
Genre: Non-Fiction
Pages: 206
Reviewed by: David Allen
Hollywood Book Reviews
Author Cecilio N. Navarro, Jr.’s Providential Endowment: Working with the Army and Air Force Exchange Service, is more than a memoir of generations of a very hard-working family in the Philippines: it is all that and more. The book tells the story of the persistence of faith and
Immersion
Title: Immersion
Author: Cynthia Revels
Publisher: Archway Publishing
ISBN: 978-1480833395
Pages: 212
Genre: Science Fiction
Reviewed by: Jennifer Bailey
Hollywood Book Reviews
As much as she tries to appear like she is a normal teenage girl, Ayizan is anything but normal. She is part human and part extraterrestrial. Her older sister has been watching Zan from their home plant via tarot cards. Mercedes doesn’t intervene until Zan’s behavior begins to compromise the safety of other extraterrestrials living on Earth. Now she plans to
Eden Lost
Title: Eden Lost
Author: Richard Taylor
Publisher: URLink Print & Media
ISBN: 978-1647538637
Pages: 278
Genre: Historical Romance
Reviewed by: Lily Amanda
Hollywood Book Reviews
Eden Lost is an entrancing historical romance novel by author Richard Taylor. It’s the year 1898. The United States has declared war on Spain, the US Navy under the command of Commodore George Dewey has already repositioned warships to nearby Mirs Bay and is making final preparations to sail
Satan’s Shadow in Abrahamic Religions
Title: Satan’s Shadow in Abrahamic Religions: Clerics’ Defiance of God’s Creation Sabbath Day Mandate in Celebrating Charles Darwin’s Evolution Day in Their Places of Worship
Author: Michael Ebifegha
Publisher: Media Reviews
ISBN: 978-1958091494
Pages: 262
Genre: Religious/Non-Fiction
Reviewed by: Ephantus M.
Hollywood Book Reviews
Satan’s Shadow in Abrahamic Religions: Clerics’ Defiance of God’s Creation Sabbath Day Mandate in Celebrating Charles Darwin’s Evolution Day in Their Places of Worship by author Michael Ebifegha is a comprehensive Christian publication which looks to relay an impartial
Secrets in the Desert
Title: Secrets in the Desert: A Novel
Author: Danna Schweitzer
Publisher: Xlibris
ISBN: 978-1469194417
Pages: 154
Genre: Fiction
Reviewed by: Margie Przybylski
Hollywood Book Reviews
Secrets in the Desert by author Danna Schweitzer is a captivating tale which delves into the complexities of human experiences, beliefs, and spiritual journeys. The story skillfully weaves together elements of adventure, cultural exploration, and self-discovery.
Through the character of Devon, the author explores themes of faith, purpose, and the
Nifty Neighbors
Title: Nifty Neighbors: Mr. Rogers and Jesus Christ
Author: Tracy Emerick PhD
Publisher: Brookside Press
ISBN: 978-1778831010
Pages: 78
Genre: Inspirational
Reviewed by: Lisa Brown-Gilbert
Hollywood Book Reviews
Altogether this is a succinct work which captures the attention with its fascinating subject matter which juxtaposes the precepts, personalities and lives, of children’s television star Mr. Rogers: and that of Jesus Christ. While this book is an empowering discourse for great neighborly behavior, it
Against the Current
Title: Against the Current: Little Ripplings and Spumings
Author: W. Royce Adams
Publisher: Authors Press
ISBN: 978-1643148496
Pages: 132
Genre: Short Stories
Reviewed by: Lily Amanda
Hollywood Book Reviews
Against the Current: Little Ripplings and Spumings is a rich literary collection written by W. Royce Adams. Here, Adams showcases his exquisite flow of language with a package of eighteen short stories that send gentle sparks to readers’ souls. The stories are diverse in range and showcase the foiled aspirations and ineffaceable incidents and
Code Name: Juggernaut
Title: Code Name: Juggernaut
Author: Sherman E. Ross
Publisher: Olympia Publishers
ISBN: 978-1800744936
Pages: 467
Genre: Thriller / Crime Fiction
Reviewed by: Gabriella Harrison
Hollywood Book Reviews
Code Name: Juggernaut by author Sherman E. Ross is a stimulating thriller which balances the hate-filled and racist actions of terrorists who derive joy from killing other races with the excuse that they are the superior race and every other race should be murdered, against the efforts of law enforcement officers desperately trying to keep the
Adoption Joys
Title: Adoption Joys: They Expected a Miracle
Author: Doris Howe
Publisher: Stratton Press
ASIN: B09LCVJP1Y
Pages: 183
Genre: Parenting & Relationships
Reviewed by: Alyssa Avina
Hollywood Book Reviews
One of the hardest paths to walk in this life is that of a parent. The moment you hold your child for the first time in your arms, you feel an overwhelming sense of change come over you. As if for the first time in your life, you have a responsibility to give over your
Angel Kisses
Title: Angel Kisses
Author: Leilani Faber
Illustrator: Matthew Thornton
Publisher: Brilliant Books Literary
ISBN: 979-8-88945-082-5
Pages: 20
Genre: Illustrated Children’s Book
Reviewed by: Beth Adams
Hollywood Book Reviews
Author Leilani Faber has created a delightful and comforting children’s book titled Angel Kisses. Here, with a rhyme in the text along with interleaving artistic illustrations dominating each page, this book pages with a theme of love and peace which should always be remembered, because everyone has an angel looking out after them.
The story is about
The Shaws Multiplied
Title: The Shaws Multiplied
Author: Doris Howe
Publisher: WestBow Press
ISBN: 9781449711849
Genre: Biographies and Memoirs
Pages: 111
Reviewed by: Lisa Brown-Gilbert
Hollywood Book Reviews
Author Doris Howe’s, The Shaws Multiplied, shares a heartfelt, spiritually stimulating and altogether inspiring memorialization of the members of the Shaw Family; including Douglas and Amanda Shaw, their ten children, as well as their extended families. The book traces their lives through a collection of narrated memories echoing the experiences of their long past but not forgotten lives.
With
Considering the Journey
Title: Considering the Journey: One Doctor’s Perspective
Author: Dr. Jeffrey T. Evans, DHA
Publisher: BookSide Press
ISBN: 978-1778830754
Pages: 106
Genre: Non-Fiction
Reviewed by: David Allen
Hollywood Book Reviews
Do you know anyone who is pursuing their PhD? ‘Pre-docs’, and sometimes ‘post-docs’ as well, emit tell-tale signs. As a rule, they are harried, perennially short of time, and freighted with horror tales of advisors, department chairs, and dissertation defenses which leave them and their auditors breathless and gasping.
Dr. Jeffrey Evans has been
The Hawk of Yonezawa
Title: The Hawk of Yonezawa: Historical Fiction with J.S. Bach
Author: Donald D. Joye
Publisher: Author Reputation Press,LLC
ISBN: 978-1440130526
Pages: 124
Genre: Literary Fiction / Historical Fantasy
Reviewed by: Jack Chambers
Hollywood Book Reviews
If there is one arena that has always served as a constant source of inspiration, it would have to be music. Throughout the centuries, everyone from world leaders and warriors, to world-renowned scientists and artists have found themselves drawn to one form of music or another, allowing the steady
It Will Be Okay
Title: It Will Be Okay
Author: James Olds
Publisher: Brilliant Books Literary
ISBN: 9798889451884
Pages: 115
Genre: Biographical Memoir
Reviewed by: Lily Amanda
Hollywood Book Reviews
It Will Be Okay is a candid and conversational biographical memoir which sheds a glimpse into the life of the author for the better part of 2015-2018. Here, Mr. Olds presents readers with a newfangled way of writing which avoids a humdrum monologue, and instead aptly paints his
Adoption Joys Book 2: Dads Make A Difference
Title: Adoption Joys Book 2 – Dads Make a Difference:
Author: Doris Howe
Publisher: Bookside Press
ISBN: 978-1-998784-60-8
Genre: Non-Fiction
Pages: 90
Reviewed by: Arthur Thares
Hollywood Book Reviews
This book is a breath of fresh air that doesn’t fit neatly into any one box. It is part self-help, part faith-based, and part memoir, which all wrap up into an inspiring and thought-provoking piece. Although short in length, this book is not short on
What Do You Say?
Title: What Do You Say?
Author: Marilyn Tate Wilson
Illustrator: Dwight Nacaytuna
Publisher: PageTurner Press and Media
ISBN: 979-8-88963-734-9
Pages: 26
Genre: Children’s Educational
Reviewed by: Beth Adams
Hollywood Book Reviews
So much of our social behavior depends on our communication skills, and much of communication ability depends on being polite. In this cleverly created book titled, What Do You Say?, author Marilyn Tate Wilson interleaves situations needing a correct response from a child in a variety of instances.
These illustrated situations, when patiently read