New Releases

SPR’s book reviews of new self-published books

Existential: The Mission: To Survive (Crucible Book 1) by Ryan W. Aslesen

Existential by Ryan W. Aslesen Combining sci-fi, horror and military-grade action in the same book – and doing it well – is a tall an order for many authors, but Ryan W. Aslesen delivers an undeniable knock-out with Existential, the first installment of his Crucible series.

When an alien craft buries itself in the Alaskan wilderness, a buzzing city of researchers and secretive government forces emerge around the greatest discovery in human history. However, the craft is anything but empty, and once the alien horror erupts to wreak havoc, Max Ahlgren and a veteran team of warriors are called in. With thrilling action sequences […]

2019-10-08T06:32:58+02:00October 4th, 2019|Categories: New Releases|Tags: , |

Call Numbers by Syntell Smith

Call Numbers by Syntell Smith

Keeping things quiet in a library is understood, but in Call Numbers by author Syntell Smith, the swirling secrets and constant drama are impossible to shoo away with a whisper, for a drama-filled romp through the stacks.

When Robin Walker arrives at the 58th Street Branch of the New York Public Library, he has no idea what kind of storm he’s strolling towards. Between power struggles at the top and a white noise of gossip to cabal-toppling coups and sassy clerks ready to throw the first punch, this is a much wilder story than a loyal library-goer may expect.[…]

2021-02-08T04:56:27+02:00October 3rd, 2019|Categories: New Releases|Tags: , |

The Talisman by R.L. Kasprzycki

The Talisman by R.L. Kasprzycki Set against the stunning backdrop of British Columbia, The Talisman is an unforgettable novel by R.L. Kasprzycki that explores the rich history and traditions of Native Americans in that region of North America. Centered around the Eagleton family and a priceless talisman from their mysterious cultural past, this is a story of familial belief, cultural evolution, respect for nature, love, loss, guilt and finding peace within a changing world.

When Marie seeks to sell a precious heirloom to help her son with his future, against her husband’s wishes, she could never have predicted the chaotic series of events that would […]

2019-10-02T06:21:37+02:00October 1st, 2019|Categories: New Releases|Tags: |

Manna for the Hungry by Linda Perry McCarthy

Manna for the Hungry by Linda Perry McCarthy Poetry has long been linked to spirituality and religion, and Linda Perry McCarthy carries on that proud tradition with Manna for the Hungry, a subtle and powerful collection of her message-laden poetry. Set within the framework of our fast-paced modern lives, in which religious fervor is beginning to wane across the world, McCarthy blends a love of nature and a deep belief in God’s love with a whimsical voice and uniquely memorable verse.

Whether she is exploring the nature of her own dreams or the peaceful switch between seasons, the connections she makes between lived experience and spiritual satisfaction […]

2019-10-01T08:24:26+02:00September 30th, 2019|Categories: New Releases|Tags: |

Dharma: For Awakening and Social Change by Maetreyii Ma Nolan, Ph.D.

Dharma: For Awakening and Social Change by Maetreyii Ma Dolan, PhDIn Dharma: For Awakening and Social Change by author Maetreyii Ma Nolan, the most pressing issues facing the world today are paired with a spiritual approach and an eye-opening philosophy about personal evolution and balance.

For the uninitiated, this book does not take a scientific or sociological approach to explaining the modern world, but it does delve into the human psyche, examining ways we can tap into a higher spiritual guide to shape our destiny. By exploring different aspects of dharma, the book offers map for a spiritual journey, one packed with lessons that will not only benefit your daily […]

2019-09-20T10:03:26+02:00September 20th, 2019|Categories: New Releases|Tags: , |

The Sons of God by Anthony Marnell

The Sons of God by Anthony MarnellAuthor Anthony Marnell has constructed a well-researched treatise concerning the Biblical Book of Revelation and its relevance today in The Sons of God: A Discourse on the Christian Revolution.

A Christian Revolution, Marnell believes, will occur during the End Times predicted in Revelations, and he proposes that time is now. We must choose between Babylon – the life of sin we are born into – or the mount of Zion, representing God and His plan. Marnell exhorts us to recognize and steer clear of the evil plots of Satan, who rules Babylon but will be destroyed in the final […]

2019-09-17T10:33:32+02:00September 16th, 2019|Categories: New Releases|Tags: |

Someone to Kiss My Scars by Brooke Skipstone

Someone to Kiss My Scars by Brooke Skipstone

A dark tale of troubled teens seeking a new way forward through their trauma, Someone to Kiss My Scars by Brooke Skipstone is a brutal and essential read. Highlighting many of the critical and widely overlooked issues facing young people today – self-harm, abuse, sexual identity, bullying and much more – this is a fearless novel with a message far deeper than the plot.

The intensity of the story, as Hunter and Jazz try to heal one another’s oldest wounds, is coupled with powerful prose and the reminder that everyone has secrets and scars, urging readers towards empathy, self-examination, and […]

2019-09-12T11:38:34+02:00September 10th, 2019|Categories: New Releases|Tags: |

U-10 by Sam B. Miller II

U-10 by Sam B. Miller II

When an alien and his craft crash-land in Afghanistan on a mission to capture a human and return home, a madcap hunt for the mysterious titular technology U-10 begins. Author Sam B. Miller II delivers an off-kilter, tongue-in-cheek sci-fi drama that has occasional echoes of Vonnegut, Douglas Adams, and even a dash of Asimov.

Ty Lavender, Lincoln Frost, and Koritt Diviak make for a captivating core of characters, despite being on opposing sides with decidedly different intentions. One wants to keep his soldiers safe and get out of the Afghan desert alive, another wants to take possession of the priceless […]

2019-09-11T09:44:34+02:00September 10th, 2019|Categories: New Releases|Tags: |
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