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Passing Through

Title:  Passing Through: Exploring the Envelope
Author:  Captain Manny Sousa, US Navy (Ret)
Publisher: Xulon Press
ISBN: 978-1-5456-8183-1
Pages: 425
Genre: Personal Memoirs
Reviewed by:  Aaron Washington

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The first part of Captain Manny Sousa’s autobiography offers a unique and captivating journey through the life of a distinguished military

Whisper of Hope, Cry of Despair

 Title: Whisper of Hope, Cry of Despair
Author: Vicky Bedi
Publisher: PageTurner Press and Media
ISBN: 9798891740181
Pages: 66
Genre: Non-Fiction / Autobiography
Reviewed by: Lily Amanda 

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Whisper of Hope, Cry of Despair is an emotionally stirring memoir about how author Vicky Bedi was molded by the life experiences of both her mother and father.

Destiny Delivered

Title: Destiny Delivered: Twann from T’Nikwa 
Author: Pat Queen
Publisher: Scriptor House
ISBN: 979-8886920949
Pages: 516
Genre: Thriller & Suspense / Science Fiction 
Reviewed by: Christina Avina  

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The complexities of life and death often wrap themselves around themes of destiny. The idea that the universe is a living, breathing thing

Lots of Luck Noblesse Oblige Rentier

Title: Lots of Luck Noblesse Oblige Rentier
Author: Ron Matejka
Publisher: Authors’ Tranquility Press
ISBN: 978-1961908888
Pages: 264
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Reviewed by: Lily Amanda  

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Lots of Luck Noblesse Oblige Rentier is a quietly powerful work of fiction penned by Ron Matejka. Staff Sergeant Dan Mastik’s faith in God along with a special gift that he had

Rising: The Irish Clans: Book Three in the Series

Title: Rising: The Irish Clans: Book Three in the Series
Author: Stephen Finlay Archer
Publisher: Manzanita Writers Press
ISBN: 978-0998691008
Pages: 304
Genre: 20th Century Military Historical Fiction / War Fiction
Reviewed by: Jack Chambers

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One of the most difficult yet most rewarding things a person can do in life is stand up for what is right. In the face of overwhelming opposition and a seemingly impossible task, it is understandable and easy to roll over and

Stitches

Title:  Stitches
Author:  Azreay’l Sekif
Publisher: Ewings Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 979-8-89031-712-4
Pages: 574
Genre: Fiction / Humor
Reviewed by:  Aaron Washington

 

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Stitches will leave you wanting for more. It is not just the author’s writing style – but the passion and enthusiasm he put in when writing this work. Stitches has an absorbing storyline that gets captivating with the introduction of

The Shingle Weaver’s Picnic

Title:  The Shingle Weaver’s Picnic
Author:  P. C. Smith
Publisher:  Mainspring Books
ISBN:  978-1958434628
Pages:  262
Genre:  Fiction
Reviewed by:  Rahul

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When life throws us curveballs, we all get stressed by the unknown. But we see a calming, sweet journey through a small town in author P.C. Smith’s book, The Shingle Weaver’s Picnic.  It’s having real people facing real problems, yet it’s interspersed with laughter and fun moments. And the best part is it reminds you

Ruminations on the Distortion of Oil Prices and Crony Capitalism

Title: Ruminations on the Distortion of Oil Prices and Crony Capitalism: Selected Writings 
Author: Raymond J. Learsy
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 978-1475994520
Pages: 374
Genre: Non-Fiction / Business & Money
Reviewed by: Tony Espinoza

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The biggest question facing so many people around the world, especially in the United States, is how to flip the economy back onto its feet –

Tiberius Bound

Title: Tiberius Bound 
Author: Walter Signorelli
Publisher: The Ewings Publishing
ISBN: 979-8-89031-612-7
Pages: 334
Genre: Historical Fiction
Reviewed by: Pamela Morison

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Author Walter Signorelli’s Tiberius Bound is an exemplary piece of historical fiction that traces the complex life of Tiberius Caesar, the second emperor of Rome

Raising Edwin

 Title: Raising Edwin 
Author: Eric Valdespino
Publisher: Paramount Ghostwriter
ISBN: 979-8892123457
Pages: 274
Genre: Science fiction
Reviewed: Manik Chaturmutha

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Author Eric Valdespino’s novel Raising Edwin is an enthralling and gripping tale of science fiction that transcends space and time, lacing together the destinies

Chronicles of the Damned: Ashes of Dawn

 Title: Chronicles of the Damned: Ashes of Dawn 
Author: Jack Nightengale 
Publisher: PageTurner Press and Media, LLC
ISBN: 978-1-64908-811-6
Pages: 156
Genre: Science fiction / Fantasy 
Reviewed by: Donna Kumar

 

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Chronicles of the Damned: Ashes of Dawn by author Jack Nightengale is a captivating work of fantasy fiction revolving around the

Tiberius Bound

Title: Tiberius Bound
Author: Walter Signorelli
Publisher: Quantum Discovery
ISBN: 978-1958690291
Pages: 308
Genre: Historical Fiction
Reviewed by: Christina Avina

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As we get older and need to find our destiny in life, it becomes clearer and clearer, one of the hardest decisions to make is whether to follow the path set for us by others, or follow the hard path we desire for ourselves. The majority of people are forced to take on jobs and roles in

Hunting: You’ve Got to Be Kidding!

Title: Hunting: You’ve Got to Be Kidding!
Author: Kevin Aelred Dettler
Publisher: Ewings Publishing LLC
ISBN: 979-8890316448
Pages: 252
Genre: Literature & Fiction / Humor
Reviewed by: Alyssa Avina

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There are many paths which one may walk that leave a sense of fulfillment and joy behind. There is the path of romance, as two people nurture all that love has to offer until they find a perfect union. There is

Seven Tips to Survival

Title: Seven Tips to Survival: Overcoming the Speed Bumps on Your Journey
Author: Youlanda Cumings Washington 
Publisher: Brilliant Books Literary 
ISBN: 9798889454144″
Pages: 164
Genre: Spiritual Fiction
Reviewed by: Rhonda Maya
 

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Author Youlanda Cumings Washington’s Seven Tips to Survival: Overcoming the Speed Bumps on Your Journey is a spiritual account portraying the essence of God’s

The Bachelor

 Title: The Bachelor 
Author: Noelani Sky
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 978-1663206398
Pages: 228
Genre: Humorous Fiction   
Reviewed by: Jack Chambers

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Finding love in the modern age is one of the most difficult and most discussed topics we have in our society today. The idea

Tears of an Assassin

Title: Tears of an Assassin
Author: D.J. Power
Publisher: Page Turner Press and Media, LLC
ISBN: 979-8-89174-009-9 
Pages: 328
Genre: Adventure / Historical Fiction
Reviewed by: Paula Mattis

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D.J. Power’s Tears of an Assassin is an exemplary piece of fiction which aptly portrays the rough life of a Marine. The entire narrative revolves around the

Reflections, Part 1

Title: Reflections, Part 1
Author: Kenny Harmon
Publisher: Writers Branding, LLC
ISBN: 978-1639458059
Pages: 186
Genre: Memoir
Reviewed by: Ephantus M.

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Kenny Harmon’s Reflections, Part I is a heartfelt memoir comprising the triumphs and struggles of Kenny Harmon and the lessons he learned since his teenage days.

Hermann was a famous name of the ancient German lineage and those called by it were fortunate to explore as far west as the Mississippi River, with one of

James’ Courageous Act

Title:  James’ Courageous Act
Author:  Angelina Charles
Publisher:  PageTurner Press and Media, LLC
ISBN:  979-8-88963-611-3
Pages:  28
Genre:  Illustrated Children’s Book
Reviewed by:  Beth Adams

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 Author Angelina Charles has created a kind and loving children’s story in her book titled James’ Courageous Act.  In this story, readers are introduced to James, a normal

Suicide Affair – Book Three

Title:  Suicide Affair – Book Three: Thunder
Author: Tony Stanford
Publisher: Prestige International Media
ISBN: 978-1977249227
Pages: 464
Genre: Fiction
Reviewed by:  Aaron Washington

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This is the third book in Tony Stanford’s ‘Suicide Affairs’ series, and it only gets better. I must admit the

Suicide Affair – Book Two

Title:  Suicide Affair – Book Two: Storm Clouds
Author: Tony Stanford
Publisher: Prestige International Media
ISBN: 978-1977218018
Pages: 474
Genre: Fiction
Reviewed by:  Aaron Washington

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This is the second book in the series, and it gets even more interesting than the first. Get ready to live

Suicide Affair: Book One Dark Skies

Title:  Suicide Affair: Book One Dark Skies
Author: Tony Stanford
Publisher: Prestige International Media
ISBN: 978-1478792369
Pages: 344
Genre: Fiction
Reviewed by:  Aaron Washington

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Affair: Book One Dark Skies is a stimulating, intriguing, and entertaining book fiction lovers will enjoy. The stories in the book, paired with the

Rapture Begins

Title: Rapture Begins
Author: Douglas Hynden
Publisher: Scriptor House
ISBN: 979-8886921625
Genre: Mystery, Suspense, Thriller
Pages: 114
Reviewed by:  Allison Walker 

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A young boy growing up in a small town in the 1950’s and 60’s, David’s world is simple but complete. He is the second of five children to loving, nurturing parents in a traditional home. His

Surrender

Title: Surrender: Anderiker Book I
Author: Clair Conway
Publisher: Scriptor House
ISBN: 9798886920925
Pages: 616
Genre: Romantic Fantasy
Reviewed by: Jack Chambers

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One of life’s greatest mysteries is that of the heart. The human heart is not only the core of our life and what keeps us alive, but is filled with the lifeblood of human emotion and in particular, romance. The mystery resides in the knowledge

Adventurous Max Flax

Title:  Adventurous Max Flax
Author:  Kathleen Curtis Wilson
Publisher:  Brilliant Books Literary
ISBN:  979-8-88945-444-1
Pages:  36
Genre:  Educational Illustrated Children’s Book
Reviewed by:  Beth Adams

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What first caught my eye was the exquisite illustrations by Geoff Fulton in the book Adventurous Max Flax by author Kathleen Curtis Wilson.  With a whimsical personified flax plant portrayed as Max,

Kristina’s Cache

Title: Kristina’s Cache: A Memoir of Adventure and Survival in Alaska
Author: Kristina Ahlnäs
Publisher: Proisle Publishing Service
ISBN: 978-1959449355
Pages: 438
Genre: Memoir
Reviewed by: Lily Amanda 

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Have you ever wondered what it is like to start a life in a land of extremes – where cars fail to start due to the biting cold, berms of snow render roads