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Seeking Personal Validation

Title: Seeking Personal Validation: The Life and Times of an African American Female Academic 
Author: Anece F. McCloud 
Publisher:  Anece F. McCloud
ISBN:  979-8869071842
Pages: 308
Genre:  Memoir
Reviewed by: Rahul

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The heart and soul of Anece F. McCloud’s memoir, Seeking Personal Validation: The Life and Times of an African American Female Academic,

USA Anytime Anyplace

Title: USA Anytime Anyplace  
Author: Ercell H. Hoffman
Publisher:  Ercell Hoffman Publishing; 1st Edition 
ASIN: B0BV8W9QVR
Pages: 271
Genre: Psychological Fiction
Reviewed by: Christina Avina

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For many people in the world, the need to escape the life that they find themselves stuck in becomes a constant daydream. The

Money Flow in a Dynamic Economy

Title: Money Flow in a Dynamic Economy: The New Money Flow Paradigm Explains Economic Inefficiency, Instability, Inequality and the Role of Government  
Author: Lawrence Capron Marsh
Publisher:  Avila University Press
ISBN: 978-0982852101
Pages: 271
Genre: Money & Monetary Policy
Reviewer: Jack Chambers  

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One of the biggest debates in the United States has to be centered

SOS

Title: SOS
Author: Terol (T-Max) McCullar
Publisher: Arpress
ISBN: 979-8893304374
Pages: 344 
Genre: Science Fiction
Reviewer: Reyan Boris Mishra 

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If you have been on the lookout for a nail-biting sci-fi thriller, look no further. SOS by author Terol (T-Max) McCullar puts together

Bubba: Happily Ever After

Title: Bubba: Happily Ever After
Author: Richard Engel
Publisher: Matchstick Literary
ISBN: 978-1637909096 
Pages: 21
Genre: Children
Reviewer: Liz Konkel 

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Bubba is not your ordinary gerbil. He does not spend his days going around in a circle – instead he has found a gift for conveying messages through a laptop. He uses this ability to communicate with Debi and her family,

A Hundred Honeymoons

Title: A Hundred Honeymoons: A Novel
Author: J.S. Wilson
Publisher: XlibrisUS
ISBN: 978-1664134201466
Pages: 466
Genre: Fiction
Reviewer: Aaron Washington

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A Hundred Honeymoons: A Novel starts like a feel-good story which turns into romance, drama, a wild lifestyle, and a comical story. Author J.S. Wilson is easy with his words. He starts the book in a simple fashion, describing events, characters, and locations. When depicting anything, the author

Bubba- A Gerbil’s Adventure

Title: Bubba- A Gerbil’s Adventure
Authors: Deborah Dominguez, Richard Engel
Publisher:   XlibrisUS
ASIN: ‎ B07JKHP727
Pages: 62
Genre: Fiction
Reviewer: Nancy Doyle

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In Bubba – A Gerbil’s Adventure, authors Deborah Dominguez and Richard Engel spin an enchanting tale which takes readers on a whimsical journey through the eyes of Bubba, a curious gerbil with an

Love, Literally

Title: Love, Literally 
Author: J.T. Tierney 
Publisher: Curtiss Street Press 
ISBN: 979-8990417113 
Pages: 241 
Genre: Romance Novel 
Reviewer: Richard Simone

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Love, Literally by author J.T. Tierney is a romantic novel set in the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic period. The story follows Hallie, a 42-year-old woman who is struggling with unemployment, financial difficulties, and relationship

War of The Dragon King

Title:  War of the Dragon King
Author:  Mary Jay
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
ISBN: 978-1685371050
Pages: 544
Genre: Fantasy/Fiction
Reviewer: Lily Amanda

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Set in a rich and atmospheric world, War of The Dragon King is a sumptuous treat for fantasy fans, written by author Mary Jay. In the Kingdom of Lumnkar, humans have always considered dragons to be ruthless creatures that are an enemy to mankind. The king is determined

The Stranger

Title: The Stranger:  The Genesis Project Series:  Part One
Author: Greg Van Arsdale
Publisher: Independently published
ISBN: 978-1544281469
Pages: 326 
Genre: Science Fiction
Reviewer:  Reyan Boris Mishra 

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The Stranger:  The Genesis Project Series:  Part One is an intriguing sci-fi tale which promises to keep you on the edge of your

Uncanny Alliance

Title: Uncanny Alliance
Subtitle: A Jack Ludefance Novel
Author: Behcet Kaya
ISBN: 979-8322440970
Publisher: KDP
Pages: 289
Genre: Detective / Fiction
Reviewer: Pat Mendelson

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Award winning author Behcet Kaya’s Uncanny Alliance is an impeccable piece of detective fiction that weaves together a tale of thought-provoking suspense, gripping mystery, and an unexpected plot twist which will leave the readers stunned in the end.

This book is the fifth installment

Feeling Good

Title: Feeling Good: All the Time
Author: Jack Randall Cook
Publisher: ‎Author’s Tranquility Press
ISBN: 978-1669817321
Pages: 128
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
Reviewer: Ephantus M.  
 

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Feeling Good: All the Time, an inspirational autobiography by Jack Randall Cook, describes his life’s struggles and hardships as well

Those Little White Lines

Title:  Those Little White Lines
Author:  Kaz Piper
Publisher: Kaz Piper
ISBN: 979-8891750616
Pages: 360
Genre: Non-fiction
Reviewer:  Aaron Washington

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Those Little White Lines revolve around a young woman whose life is a rollercoaster. We are introduced to Bridget Easton, an ambitious young Australian lass who enjoys some good

War of the Dragon King

Title: War of the Dragon King
Author: Mary Jay
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing Co.
ISBN: 978-1685371050
Pages: 544
Genre: Fantasy
Reviewer:  Ephantus M. 

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In author Mary Jay’s War of the Dragon King, a young adolescent named Egil is sent by his father to the Ranger’s Guild at the king’s request to learn to become one of the highest-ranking archers

The Silent Vigilante

Title: The Silent Vigilante
Author: Warren Pearlman
Publisher: PageTurner Press and Media
ISBN: 979-8-89174-496-7
Genre: Fiction / Crime Thriller
Pages: 322
Reviewer:  Allison Walker

 

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In the realm of thriller novels, few things stir the readers’ adrenaline as effectively as a story of a lone individual taking on the weight of seeking

Doctor Lucifer

Title:  Doctor Lucifer:  A Medical Thriller
Subtitle:  Dr. Mark Lin Medical Thrillers Book One
Author: Anthony Lee
Publisher: Self-published
ISBN:  B0D1YTHPG1
Pages: 340
Genre: Medical Thriller
Reviewer:  Aaron Washington

 

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Doctor Lucifer is author Anthony Lee’s first book in the Dr. Mark Lin Medical Thrillers Books series. The title alone is as intriguing

Hoggs II: Prison Journals

Title:  Hoggs II:  Prison Journals
Author: Terol McCullar (T-Mac) 
Publisher:  Newman Springs Publishing, Inc
ISBN: 978-1778390869
Pages: 224
Genre: Autobiography & Memoirs
Reviewed by: Christina Avina 

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There is no tougher, heartbreaking, and dangerous place in the United States than prison. The prison system is both complex and extremely difficult to navigate – as both a prisoner and a

MISS ANGEL

Title: MISS ANGEL:  The Evil Behind The Law, Vol. I
Author: Tchinda Fabrice Mbuna
Publisher: Independently Publisher
ISBN: 9781948654715
Pages: 308
Genre: Fiction / Social Drama
Reviewed by: Reyan Boris Mishra 

 

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MISS ANGEL: The Evil Behind The Law Vol. 1, is an intriguing tale written on a fabric of love, life, society, and ruses. The author’s straightforward

No Lookin’ Back: True-To-Life Western Story

Title: No Lookin’ Back: True-To-Life Western Story
Authors: Ted Riddle, Linda Riddle
Publisher: Ewings Publishing LLC
ISBN: 979–8890317469
Pages: 370
Genre: Historical Fiction
Reviewer: Lily Amanda

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Co-authors Ted Riddle and Linda Riddle pack a punch with their stirring novel, No Lookin’ Back: True-To-Life Western Story which forms a unique tapestry of events. Through the main character, Thomas Jefferson Summers, the book explores the American Old West in the 1800s. A striking foreword offered by Linda forms the

Jet Black & the Ebony Knights

Title: Jet Black & the Ebony Knights
Author: Emmanuel C. Ezirim
Publisher: Ewings Publishing LLC
ISBN: 979-8890313843
Pages: 56
Genre: Fiction / Fantasy
Reviewer: Richard Saxton
 

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Jet Black & the Ebony Knights, by author Emmanuel C. Ezirim, is a captivating fantasy tale set in the magical land of Wazobia. The story features richly crafted characters,

My Road to Paradise

Title: My Road to Paradise
Author: Frank Phillips
Publisher: WestBow Press
ISBN-13: 978-1973662891
Pages: 152
Genre: Non-fiction / Inspirational  
Reviewer: Garry Graham

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My Road to Paradise by author Frank Phillips is a profound exploration of faith, family, and the journey toward eternity. The author explores diverse parts of life­, giving meaningful thoughts and insights amidst life’s adversities.

The Spire

Title: The Spire
Author: Shaun Goldsmith
Publisher: Parallax Lens
ISBN: 978-1777947200
Pages: 282
Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense
Reviewed by: Jack Chambers

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No matter how good a person may be, or what they present to the world, everyone has a secret.

My Life’s Dream Took Me to Sea

Title:  My Life’s Dream Took Me to Sea
Author: Ronald Epner, MD
Publisher: Newman Springs Publishing, Inc
ISBN: 978-1684981182
Pages: 451
Genre: Memoir/non-fiction
Reviewer: Aaron Washington

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Through author Ronald Epner’s memoir, My Life’s Dream Took Me to Sea, readers sail around the world, experiencing the sea, the adventures, and every challenge which comes with cruising. This book is exceptionally written, with

My Journey of Captivity

Title: My Journey of Captivity: The Story of a German POW  
Author: Helga McKee 
Publisher: Leap Write Literary
ASIN: B0CZ7GSTLT
Pages: 180
Genre: Non-fiction / Biographies & Memoirs
Reviewer: Christina Avina  

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Far too often, when it comes to the horrors of war, it is the common soldier who gets overlooked in the grand scheme of things. The emphasis of

Coming 2 America

Title: Coming 2 America: This is a Story of a Fifteen-Year-Old African Girl
Author: Dr. John Ayoola Akinyemi
Publisher: The Reading Glass Books
ISBN: 978-1959151289
Pages: 92
Genre: Biography, Memoir
Reviewer: Lily Amanda 

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Coming 2 America: This is a Story of a Fifteen-Year-Old African Girl is a bracingly revealing text written by Dr. John Ayoola Akinyemi. Part