African Quilt
Title: African Quilt: Stories of the Asian Indian Experience in Kenya
Authors: Harshi Syal Gill and Parvin D. Syal
Publisher: Gold Touch Press
ISBN: 978-1-954673-30-4
Pages: 234
Genre: Fiction / Short Stories / Culture
Reviewed by: CC Thomas
Hollywood Book Reviews
In African Quilt: Stories of the Asian Indian Experience in Kenya, authors Harshi Syal Gill and Parvin D. Syal have created a literary tapestry that artfully blends diverse cultural situations, much like an African quilt woven with the beauty of language and
Terra Nova, Book 1
Title: Terra Nova, Book 1
Author: MtG
Publisher: Friesen Press
ISBN: 1525572008
Genre: Fiction
Pages: 444
Reviewed by: Aaron Washington
Hollywood Book Reviews
Terra Nova, Book 1 is thrilling, hair-raising, and entertaining. Author MtG wrote a rousing book which will have you put all your attention on the characters. Terra Nova is not like the average vampire book as characters are developed diversely, possessing distinct traits that go to show just how creative the author is. The storyline never stops being attention-grabbing and
Destiny
Title: Destiny
Author: Mahlon Palmer
Publisher: Author Reputation Press, LLC
ISBN: 978-1-95012-098-9
Genre: Autobiography
Pages: 258
Reviewed by: Suzanne Gattis
Hollywood Book Reviews
Destiny is the story of a life; full of dreams, adventures, chance happenings, and hard work. This autobiography follows the life of a man, who followed and made his own destiny. Without the fortune of a fancy education or upbringing, this man was able to accomplish and see much in his life. He is a real-life inspiration to those who
Once Upon a Time in the American Revolution
Title: Once Upon a Time in the American Revolution
Author: REV Gordon R Hackel D H L
Publisher: Goldtouch Press, LLC
ISBN: 978-1953791412
Genre: History/Military
Pages: 682
Reviewed by: Tony Espinoza
Hollywood Book Reviews
The pursuit of the truth is a hard-fought and hard-won battle that many of us have to undertake at one point in time or another in our lives. The pursuit may be for personal truths that speak of a family secret or some
Judgement Day
Title: Judgement Day: Evil Intentions
Authors: Chakra, Hiim, and Cobra
Publisher: URLink Print & Media, LLC
ISBN: 978-1-64753-651-0
Genre: Fantasy
Pages: 37
Reviewed by: Arthur Thares
Hollywood Book Reviews
Judgement Day is unlike most books you will read. It has a different format than a traditional book, but the bones are there. While this text is much different than readers are used to, it still has redeeming qualities and these authors deserve a chance. It may not
Healing Traumatized Churches
Title: Healing Traumatized Churches: A Journey Towards Healthy, Faithful Resiliency in Drama Format
Author: Pastor Ronald H. Wean
Publisher: Xulon Press
ISBN: 1951193814
Pages: 202
Genre: Christian Dating & Relationships
Reviewed by: Liz Konkel
Hollywood Book Reviews
Ronald H. Wean is an ordained pastor with vast experience in trauma counseling and working in organizations focusing on mental health and substance abuse. The book has a unique structure with a dramatic format that contains scenes that provide mediation and thought-provoking reflection while also being
The Last Shinobi
Title: The Last Shinobi
Author: Joseph P. White
Publisher: PageTurner, Press and Media, LLC
ISBN: 978-1649083883
Pages: 144
Genre: Action & Adventure
Reviewed by: Aly Avina
Hollywood Book Reviews
The battle between good and evil is a tale as old as time. It a theme used constantly in religious texts as well as a theme that is featured prominently in some of the greatest stories ever told. This is why it is so refreshing to have
The Wrong Side of Bravery
Title: The Wrong Side of Bravery
Author: Marshall Ginevan
Publisher: PageTurner, Press and Media LLC
ISBN: 1649084986
Genre: Literature & Fiction
Pages: 290
Reviewed by: Aaron Washington
Hollywood Book Reviews
The beauty about reading The Wrong Side of Bravery is that the plot is not only entertaining, but the reader also gets to learn many lessons about life. Author Marshall Ginevan is a creative genius no doubt as his writing can be described as authentic and engaging. Reading this book was a delight as
2025
Title: 2025
Author: Carl Berryman
Publisher: Author Reputation Press, LLC
ISBN: 978-1951727246
Pages: 356
Genre: Dystopian Fiction/War Fiction/Dystopian Science-Fiction
Reviewed by: Tony Espinoza
Hollywood Book Reviews
In our current society, our world is often focused on the future. We spend so much time worrying about the future or developing new ways of living for the future, that it is often difficult to focus on the present. As Steve Jobs once said, “You can’t connect
On the Wings of My Dragonfly
Title: On the Wings of My Dragonfly
Author: Maria Garay Reynolds
Publisher: URLink Print & Media, LLC
ISBN: 978-1647534172
Pages: 56
Genre: Literature & Fiction
Reviewed by: Anthony Avina
Hollywood Book Reviews
Spirituality has become a major component of life for millions of people around the world. Whether it comes from an organized religion or a natural journey of the self, spirituality has affected so many people, especially the concept of the human soul.
2023
Title: 2023: World War III
Author: Carl Berryman
Publisher: Author Reputation Press, LLC
ISBN: 9781649611628
Pages: 505
Genre: War Fiction / Dystopian Science-Fiction
Reviewed by: Tony Espinoza
Hollywood Book Reviews
There are a lot of fictional genres that do a great job of encapsulating the feelings, emotions and real-life events people often find themselves in over time. One such genre is the Dystopian genre, as it often serves as a reflection of the culture
Baby Chick
Title: Baby Chick
Subtitle: An Easter Story
Author: Lois Lund
Publisher: PageTurner, Press and Media LLC
ISBN: 978-1643760759
Genre: Illustrated Children’s Book / Christianity/ Poetry
Pages: 24
Reviewed by: Barbara Miller
Hollywood Book Reviews
A graciously laid-out and generously spaced children’s book, author Lois Lund’s Baby Chick – An Easter Storyhas all of the elements of portraying a warm & fuzzy loving feeling when read to little ones, especially in the springtime around Easter. Having
Christmas Peas and Princesses
Title: Christmas Peas and Princesses: A Story of Love and Dreams
Author: Terry Boucher
Publisher: PageTurner, Press and Media LLC
ISBN: 1643766872
Genre: Children’s: Kindergarten-6
Pages: 58
Reviewed by: Liz Konkel
Hollywood Book Reviews
Christmas Peas and Princesses: A Story of Love and Dreams by author Terry Boucher begins when Prince Kevin has grown older. His mother Queen Victoria has plans for her son to marry what she considers to be a true princess, and believes she has found the right match in
Divided We Fall
Title: Divided We Fall
Author: Carl Berryman
Publisher: Author Reputation Press, LLC
ISBN: 978-1951020278
Pages: 506
Genre: Thrillers & Suspense
Reviewed by: Aly Avina
Hollywood Book Reviews
Within the last decade in particular, there has been a large divide within the political parties in the United States. This has been an increasingly tension-filled problem for our country with both sides feeling they are 100% right and the other side is 100% wrong. While this is bound to happen no matter what you do,
Fourmi the Ant
Title: Fourmi the Ant
Author: Akshita Kakumanu
Publisher: PageTurner Press and Media
ISBN: 978-1649085054
Genre: Children’s Fiction / Illustrated
Pages: 24
Reviewed by: Lisa Brown-Gilbert
Hollywood Book Reviews
Fourmi the Ant presents a charming tale that will delight youthful readers up to age 12, with a narrative which wholesomely and creatively challenges young minds to face their personal obstacles in life with enthusiasm, persistence, and hard work. Moreover, this work was written by Akshita Kakumanu, a young author herself, who desires to enable
Reflections III
Title: Reflections III: The Magic Beyond the Pain: The Journey, My Impact, Their Impact
Author: Dalia Vernikovsky
Publisher: GoldTouch Press
ISBN: 1953791360
Genre: Poetry
Pages: 186
Reviewed by: Leah Shepherd
Hollywood Book Reviews
Reflections III is a collection of poetry that will make you think about the meaning of your life and the purpose for your time on Earth. For Vernikovsky, love and family solidify to give purpose to her life. “Life is meaningless unless we love before we perish,” she states. Likewise,
The Procurator Fiscal
Title: The Procurator Fiscal: Bodies in the Barrels Case
Author: Viktoria King
Publisher: URLink Print and Media
ISBN: 978-1-64367-399-8
Pages: 176
Genre: Fiction / Crime
Reviewed by: Susan Brown
Hollywood Book Reviews
A procurator fiscal, or PF, is a Scottish public prosecutor who investigates all sudden and suspicious deaths. The Procurator Fiscal: Bodies in the Barrels Case is an intense and spine-chilling crime drama novel. It showcases the efforts of main character Lieb Canavan, as a PF working to solve a series of
History and Mystery
Title: History and Mystery: The Complete Eschatological Encyclopedia of Prophecy, Apocalypticism, Mythos, and Worldwide Dynamic Theology Volume:1
Author: Bernie L. Calaway
Publisher: Authors Press
ISBN: 9781643144580
Pages: 592
Genre: Mythology & Folklore / Encyclopedias
Reviewed by: Tony Espinoza
Hollywood Book Reviews
One of the driving forces of history is the mystery behind some of the greatest mythologies and theologies that have been created by the various societies of the world. From classic Greek or Roman mythology, to the rise of Christianity and Judaism, the line
Hellish Inc.
Title: Hellish Inc.
Author: David Adamson
Publisher: GoldTouch Press, LLC
ISBN: 978-1954673051
Pages: 84
Genre: Literature & Fiction
Reviewed by: Christina Avina
Hollywood Book Reviews
Whether or not you are a religious person, you are bound to know about the eternal battle between heaven and hell, good and evil, and so on and so forth. It has long been thought that the angels of heaven and the demons of hell are not only sworn enemies but they represent all which is good or
Your Destiny is Inside You
Title: Your Destiny is Inside You
Author: Ana Pat
Publisher: Independently published
ISBN: 978-1698908267
Genre: Spirituality
Pages: 201
Reviewed by: Nicole Olson
Hollywood Book Reviews
In Your Destiny is Inside You, author Ana Pat manifests beliefs and truths about the Universe and humanity’s relation with it. It states “everything is energy” and “everything is one.” This book is for people with spiritual beliefs or want to explore New Age ways of thinking and approaching the Universe. While some may not share the same
Hoo Lee Jing (Fox Fairy)
Title: Hoo Lee Jing (Fox Fairy)
Author: Margaret Zee
Publisher: URLink Print & Media, LLC
ISBN: 978-1647535919
Pages: 406
Genre: Historical Fiction / Fantasy
Reviewed by: Aly Avina
Hollywood Book Reviews
It isn’t often you read a story which is both a historical fiction novel and has fantasy elements so expertly done you are enthralled throughout your entire time reading it. But this book titled Hoo Lee Jing (Fox Fairy) by author Margaret Zee does that and so much more. It is a
Hudson and the Sea Monster
Title: Hudson and the Sea Monster
Authors: Sherri C. Southers & Robert W. Spruce
Illustrations by: Gabriela Aviles
Publisher: Lulu Publishing Services
ISBN: 978-1-6847-1421-6
Genre: Illustrated Children’s Book
Pages: 40
Reviewed by: Barbara Miller
Hollywood Book Reviews
Hudson and the Sea Monster is a creative, humorous and wonderfully illustrated children’s story by authorsSherri C. Southers and Robert W. Spruce. The story captures the personified dog personalities of Hudson, a Labradoodle, and his K-9 friends Carl and
grydscaen dark
Title: grydscaen dark
Author: Natsuya Uesugi
Publisher: PageTurner, Press and Media LLC
ISBN: 978-1-64376-010-0
Genre: Fantasy
Pages: 245
Reviewed by: Arthur Thares
Hollywood Book Reviews
There are so many stories taking place in the post-apocalyptic future that it has become a standard setting in modern literature. While the setting is great for the writer because it allows them to create a rich backstory and a future full of new rules, readers have become weary of the post-apocalyptic setting, making it ever more difficult
Online
Title: Online: Delta State
Author: Yan Song
Publisher: Author Reputation Press LLC
ISBN: 978-1-64961-010-2
Genre: Science Fiction
Pages: 207
Reviewed by: Allison Walker
Hollywood Book Reviews
Bob’s favorite computer game is Daea. What he doesn’t know is inside the Internet exists an entire world wherein Bob is not a gamer but a godlike master, Daea is not a game but an entertainment company, and the characters he controls onscreen are actors. This is Delta State, the world created by author Yan Song in
Tears of an Angel
Title: Tears of an Angel
Author: K.D. Brogdon
Publisher: URLink Print & Media, LLC
ISBN: 978-1647535778
Genre: Literature & Fiction
Pages: 186
Reviewed by: Aly Avina
Hollywood Book Reviews
Historical fiction has become a huge genre that many authors have taken a stab at over the years. Plenty of authors have been successful, too, and yet most of these novels are dedicated to a certain theme of pure romance with history sprinkled in throughout its story. But in author K.D. Brogdon’s Tears of