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An Interview with James McKenna: Author of October’s Journey, Winner of the 2023 SPR Book Awards

James McKennaJames 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 19th century attorney who receives a strange birthday present from a family friend, Edgar Allan Poe, who convinces him to defend a woman and her two grown children who have been arrested for practicing witchcraft. The trial is to be held in an old Puritan […]

2024-04-18T16:52:25+02:00April 18th, 2024|Categories: Interviews|Tags: |

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-BurnettE.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 own stories…or at least tries to. The Bear & the Rose is her debut novel.

Why did you choose to self-publish?

I am a bona fide control freak, especially when it comes to things for which I have an extensive vision – I have a […]

2024-04-18T16:45:07+02:00April 18th, 2024|Categories: Interviews|Tags: |

The Last Show on Earth by Tim Galbraith

The Last Show on Earth by Tim GalbraithIn 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 companionship among those seeking redemption, unveiling mysterious abilities that hint at a deeper connection to the world’s new order. Meanwhile, brothers possessing a potentially divine artifact embark on a perilous journey, driven by the hope of confronting God with the suffering wrought upon humanity. […]

2024-04-11T13:00:36+02:00April 11th, 2024|Categories: New Releases|Tags: |

Wholly Naomi by Louise Gilbert

Wholly Naomi by Louise GilbertA 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 searching for meaning in life. Through Naomi’s eyes, readers are introduced to the MyNine Ways method, a unique process that uses numbers as guides for personal growth and well-being. This approach, rooted in Gilbert’s own experiences and research, offers a refreshing perspective on tackling life’s […]

2024-03-28T15:51:48+02:00March 28th, 2024|Categories: New Releases|Tags: |

Legacy: Wisdom of African Traditions and the Bible by Chris Morehouse

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 comprehensive overview, which can also be used as a springboard for further study. The inclusion of imagery and maps enhances this examination, making it an indispensable reference guide for those seeking to understand the universal principles shared across both African and Christian traditions.

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2024-03-19T13:34:35+02:00March 19th, 2024|Categories: Editorial Reviews|

Dissonance by Aaron Ryan

Dissonance: Volume I: Reality 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 terror. From the haunting arrival of the gorgons in 2026 to Shipley’s stealth missions in the ruins of Clarksville, Tennessee, Ryan’s vivid world-building and meticulous attention to the societal collapse is riveting, with a gripping exploration of human resilience in the face of catastrophe. […]

2024-03-11T14:25:44+02:00March 11th, 2024|Categories: Editorial Reviews|

Nellie by Amy Walsh

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 intentions. An exploration of moral dilemmas, the novel traces Nellie’s growing affection for the patronizing, but well-intentioned Mr. Mason Peale, whose high moral standards are a challenge for Nellie, as she desires to catch his romantic attention. While set in a different time, some of […]

2024-02-15T15:36:56+02:00February 15th, 2024|Categories: Editorial Reviews|

Dreaming Under an Electric Moon by Kris Powers

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. 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. Two FBI agents sent by the Western States of America sense that something is amiss with this story, and maybe her mind really has been hacked to do someone else’s bidding. Both adventurous and reflective, with an innovative take on the future that feels strangely […]

2024-01-29T17:56:20+02:00January 29th, 2024|Categories: Editorial Reviews|
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