Life as Seen in the Eyes of Tatiana
Title: Life as Seen in the Eyes of Tatiana
Author: Monica Brosnan
Publisher: XlibrisUK
ISBN: 978-1984592798
Pages: 54
Genre: Crafts, Hobbies & Home / Pets & Animals Care
Reviewed by: Tony Espinoza
Hollywood Book Reviews
One of life’s great joys for most people is the special bond we share when we find and adopt a special animal in our lives. A pet is more than just a pet, but a beloved family member for whom we share
Amos the Gifted
Title: Amos the Gifted
Author: Wilbur Shapiro
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 978-1973833208
Genre: Biography
Pages: 170
Reviewed by: Suzanne Gattis
Hollywood Book Reviews
Amos the Gifted, written by Wilbur Shapiro, follows the life of a young boy who had extraordinary talents. We watch his struggles and achievements transpire, always with his mother rooting him on. It is a story about loyalty, courage, and perseverance.
Even at a young age, Amos was obviously gifted, as he began walking and talking before that of his peers. His
Riters
Title: Riters
Author: Roy Harris
Publisher: URLink Print & Media
ISBN: 978-1647537531
Pages: 506
Genre: Literature & Fiction / Science-Fiction
Reviewed by: Anthony Avina
Hollywood Book Reviews
One of the things people have the hardest time holding onto is a sense of wonder. The special kind of magic which allows for any possibility and hope to thrive and grow in our lives. As Albert Einstein once said, “The most beautiful thing we can experience is
Embracing Biological Humanism
Title: Embracing Biological Humanism: Abandoning the Idea of God
Author: Norman Orr
Publisher: Author Reputation Press
ISBN: 978-1480898691
Pages: 178
Genre: Sociology/Religion
Reviewed by: Philip Zozzaro
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Our lives consist of many questions which seem to never get a satisfactory answer: Why are we here? Is there life after death? One of the quintessential questions debated by many is: Does God exist? In Embracing Biological Humanism: Abandoning the Idea of God, author Norman Orr responds with a resounding “No.” Orr believes
Rejoice
Title: Rejoice
Author: Mary Angeline Bell
Publisher: Omnibook Co.
ISBN: 978-6214340910
Genre: Photography
Pages: 90
Reviewed by: Ella Vincent
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Rejoice is a thought-provoking collection of photographs from Mary Angeline Bell. Bell has collected a group of pictures which will inspire as well as open discussions.
Rejoice is a collection of photos with different themes. Some of the pictures are of different kinds of people from assorted walks of life. Some pictures feature a woman in a field that could be a
2012: the Rise of a Third Party in the US
Title: 2012: the Rise of a Third Party in the US
Author: Joseph Albert Gorski
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1463421826
Pages: 48
Genre: Political Science
Reviewed by: Aaron Washington
Hollywood Book Reviews
Author Joseph Albert Gorski wrote a fascinating book, not just because he talks about elections from a different perspective, but also because he incorporates past historical events which some readers may not have been aware of. Joseph Albert Gorski’s knowledge of the American history, political landscape, the economy and study of the masses
pINPOINt
Title: pINPOINt: Intelligence Criminal Police Organization
Author: Dakota R. Peterson
Publisher: Yorkshire Publishing
ISBN: 978-1949231120
Genre: Fiction
Pages: 310
Reviewed by: Arthur Thares
Hollywood Book Reviews
One of the greatest benefits of action-fiction novels is that there is no end to the possibilities. This sets the stage for deep character building and a never-ending deluge of stories. The only problem is that since it is so easy, it is a populated genre that requires a truly unique story to breakthrough. pINPOINt: Intelligence Criminal
Dark Vanity
Title: Dark Vanity: Not Your Typical Hollywood Murder
Author: Gregory E. Seller
Publisher: Gregory E. Seller Consulting LLC
ISBN: 978737168200
Pages: 227
Genre: Thriller
Reviewed by: Anita Lock
Hollywood Book Reviews
Author Gregory Seller’s newest novel, Dark Vanity: Not Your Typical Hollywood Murder, is a merger of murder, mayhem, and blackmail.
Thirty-three-year-old actress Blair Kilian watches in horror as actor Reid Garrett dives off his ten-story Los Angeles condo balcony. The scene is nothing less than
Gifts from Jesus Christ
Title: Gifts from Jesus Christ
Author: Bill Goss
Publisher: PageTurner Press and Media
ISBN: 1638712328
Pages: 72
Genre: Inspirational
Reviewed by: Aaron Washington
Hollywood Book Reviews
Gifts from Jesus Christ by author Bill Goss is a life changing book which will bring you closer to God and help you improve your spiritual life. The author writes about the love of God, living in Christ, and being a good Christian. Bill Goss is amazing at storytelling as I
Yosemite Summer
Title: Yosemite Summer
Author: John C. Owens
Publisher: Liferich
ISBN: 978-1489733405
Pages: 320
Genre: Christian Mystery & Suspense
Reviewed by: Tony Espinoza
Hollywood Book Reviews
While this concept has always been a subject of debate, the idea of evil is one which is recognized through all cultures around the world. The antithesis of good, evil is the fear and hatred which takes root in certain people, whether you believe that to be in their hearts or their souls, and affects people negatively. The
Uff Da! What’s Happening In Midnight Sun?
Title: Uff Da! What’s Happening In Midnight Sun?
Author: Karen Ganger
Publisher: URLink Print and Media, LLC
ISBN: 978-1-64753-772-2
Pages: 308
Genre: Fiction
Reviewed by: Aly Avina
Hollywood Book Reviews
For me, as an avid reader, there is always a book genre for whatever type of mood I am in that day. Some days I want to indulge in a romance, other days I want to immerse myself in a fantasy world, and then there are the days I want to enjoy a
Airplane Stories and Histories
Title: Airplane Stories and Histories
Author: Norman Currey
Publisher: Writers’ Branding LLC
ISBN: 978-1-953048-68-4
Pages: 180
Genre: Aviation / Military History
Reviewed by: Jason Lulos
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Since the first humans who spotted birds in the sky, people have been enchanted with the idea of flight. Although birds have mastered the art over many millennia, human flight is still relatively new but similarly captivating in its transcendent technology over the last century and a
Creeples!
Title: Creeples!
Author: Patrick D. Pidgeon
Publisher: Greenleaf Book Group Press
ISBN: 978-1-62634-775-5
Pages: 326
Genre: Middle Grade Fantasy
Reviewed by: Carol Davala
Hollywood Book Reviews
In the vein of Harry Potter joining up with a young version of the science nerds from the popular TV series “The Big Bang Theory,” author Patrick D. Pidgeon has created an imaginative and entertaining read in his first middle-grade fantasy novel, Creeples!
Against the backdrop of the fictional Aberdasher
Runnin’ with Frogs
Title: Runnin’ with Frogs: A Navy Memoir
Author: George R. Worthington
Publisher: Authors Press
ISBN: 1643146262
Pages: 232
Genre: Biography
Reviewed by: Dan MacIntosh
Hollywood Book Reviews
Although George R. Worthington’s memoir is centered around his American naval career, it also reads like an overview of modern military history. Worthington’s military career began at the U.S. Naval Academy, and his first assignments began in the early 1960s. His career took him from Hell Week training, all the way up to the highest corridors
Paul of Tarsus
Title: Paul of Tarsus: A study of his letters Volume ll
Author: Edward Monjay
Publisher: Page Turner Press and Media
ISBN: 978-1649082213
Genre: Religion
Pages: 165
Reviewed by: Lisa Brown
Hollywood Book Reviews
A scholarly exploration based on both scripture and archeological evidence, author Edward Monjay’s Paul of Tarsus: A study of his letters volume ll, presents to inquiring minds, a deeply intriguing work which takes readers on a thought provoking and perhaps ultimately perspective-altering journey through the writings and beliefs of the
God’s Child
Title: God’s Child: Memoirs and Philosophy of Life
Author: Terrence Steven Lake
Publisher: GoldTouch Press, LLC
ISBN: 978-1954673908
Pages: 142
Genre: Worship & Devotion
Reviewed by: Aly Avina
Hollywood Book Reviews
The differences that make us up as individuals should be celebrated and even bring us together to love each other as our brothers and sisters of the world. But often, it is those differences which cause turmoil amongst each other – rather than bringing us together. It is a sad fact of
Between Tomorrow and Yesterday
Title: Between Tomorrow and Yesterday
Author: Ev’one-yaY Eulasson
Publisher: XlibrisUS
ISBN: 978-1524558611
Pages: 190
Genre: Play & Scriptwriting / Writing Reference/Playwriting
Reviewed by: Anthony Avina
Hollywood Book Reviews
One of humanity’s oldest and most preserved means of both entertainment and expression has always been plays. From the Ancient Greeks to the age of Shakespeare and modern-day Broadway, plays and musicals have always been a means of showcasing artistry and creativity while conveying an important message. As William Shakespeare once said, “All the world’s
Lost in the Shadows
Title: Lost in the Shadows: One Memory, Two Loves
Author: Alan M. Oberdeck
Publisher: Great Writers Media
ISBN: 978-1-954908-14-7
Genre: Christian Fiction
Pages: 141
Reviewed by: Allison Walker
Hollywood Book Reviews
It was a dark and stormy night when the stranger’s Ford careened off the side of the road and left him injured on the side of a mountain. Hurt and suffering severe amnesia, the stranger can’t recall who he is, where he’s from, or what he was doing when the accident happened.
JOSHUA: The Odyssey of an Ordinary Man
Title: JOSHUA: The Odyssey of an Ordinary Man
Author: Theckedath M. Mathew MD
Publisher: Odyssey Press, Inc.
ISBN: 0988713004
Pages: 596
Genre: Historical Fiction
Reviewed by: Aaron Washington
Hollywood Book Reviews
The storytelling in JOSHUA: The Odyssey of an Ordinary Man by author Theckedath M. Mathew MD, is nothing short of exceptional. The author knows how to capture the reader’s attention by including amusing literary elements in his story. The first thing you notice about Theckedath M. Mathew’s writing is his attention to detail.
The 1300 Years’ War: Volume 1
Title: The 1300 Years’ War: Volume 1
Author: Robert Maddock
Publisher: URLink Print & Media, LLC
ISBN: 978-1643675183
Pages: 508
Genre: History
Reviewed by: Aly Avina
Hollywood Book Reviews
History of any sort has always been a serious passion of mine. I find it altogether fascinating to be told about the past and believe that it can and will help us to have a brighter future by learning from the mistakes of our past. So as someone who has an avid interest in
Government 2.0
Title: Government 2.0
Author: Joseph Gorski
Publisher: Book-Art Press Solutions LLC
ISBN: 978-1949338508
Pages: 86
Genre: Politics & Government/Non-Fiction
Reviewed by: Tony Espinoza
Hollywood Book Reviews
Power is ever shifting in our world. Whether it is power on a personal level or power on a much grander scale, there are those that seek power over the population. The need for control has been a popular tool for many to wield over the years, most of all the
The Dogs of Lenin
Title: The Dogs of Lenin
Author: Linda Freeny
Publisher: Toplink Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 978-1949502688
Pages: 476
Genre: Suspense Thrillers/Literature & Fiction
Reviewed by: Tony Espinoza
Hollywood Book Reviews
Establishing trust is one of the oldest and most hard-fought battles one can make on a personal level. Whether it is to build trust between a body of government and its people or to build the trust between a would-be couple, trust is an essential bond which people must have to truly create a healthy
The Theseus Conspiracy
Title: The Theseus Conspiracy: A CID Agent Jacqueline Sinclair Novel
Author: Victor Alvarez
Publisher: Black Rose Writing
ISBN: 978-1684338139
Pages: 350
Genre: Fiction / Espionage
Reviewed by: Philip Zozzaro
Hollywood Book Reviews
A Navy Seal Team is enroute on a dangerous mission to obtain a high value asset. Their transport must navigate waters which are fortified with explosive mines. Once they get to the asset’s location, they must free him from a high security prison. Their asset’s code name is Theseus.
Devil’s Erudition
Title: Devil’s Erudition
Author: Darin Graves
Publisher: GoldTouch Press, LLC
ISBN: 9781955347303
Pages: 93
Genre: Religion & Faith
Reviewed by: Rae Capri
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Some people wonder exactly what their true purposes are for being created and living amongst other living organisms on the same planet. If we give off negative phrases or energy, the world will respond in kind or lack thereof. Nature has a great way of snapping us all back into
Dakota’s Angel
Title: Dakota’s Angel
Author: Bertrice Woods
Publisher: XlibrisUS
ISBN: 978-1465363718
Pages: 204
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Reviewed by: Lily Amanda
Hollywood Book Reviews
Dakota’s Angel by author Bertrice Woods is a breathtaking and heartfelt novel about a young girl, Angelica Peters. Having lost her parents at a young age due to tragic circumstances, Angela is adopted by her auntie, Nicole. Close to where Nicole lived, was a close-knit pleasant family, the Donaldson’s. They warmly welcome Angel