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Building Your Author Platform: How to Connect with Readers and Grow Your Reach by Jeyran Main
In today’s competitive publishing world, writing a great book is only the first step. Authors must also build a strong platform to reach readers, establish credibility, and promote their work. An author platform is more than a website or social media account—it’s a combination of visibility, engagement, and consistent communication with your audience.
Read MoreThe Awakening of Joel Singer by Scott McCaffrey (Book Review #2179)
Scott McCaffrey’s The Awakening of Joel Singer: The Evolution Within is a riveting novel that combines thrilling adventure, scientific intrigue, and a deeply human story of transformation. Co-edited by Julia Richardson, this fast-paced narrative introduces readers to Joel Singer, a young man whose life changes dramatically after a genetic experiment goes awry. What begins as an accident evolves into a journey of discovery as Joel unlocks extraordinary mental and physical abilities he never imagined possible.
Riding the Emptiness by Steve Besik (Book Review #2178)
In Riding the Emptiness, Steve Besik tackles one of the most compelling challenges of our time: how to make space travel—and more specifically, lunar colonization—sustainable and affordable. With a sharp eye for science and a keen sense of storytelling, Besik presents a near-future vision that feels both technically grounded and thrillingly inventive.
Read MoreSelf-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing: Pros, Cons, and Tips for Authors by Jeyran Main
Choosing the right publishing path is one of the most critical decisions a writer can make. The choice between self-publishing and traditional publishing can significantly impact your book’s visibility, creative control, and financial outcome. Understanding the pros and cons of each option helps authors make informed decisions aligned with their goals.
Read MoreShattered by Isabella Jacqueline (Book Review #2177)
Shattered is a profoundly honest and heartrending collection of poetry that traces the difficult journey of a young woman grappling with the aftermath of sexual assault and the heavy toll of chronic depression. Through a series of intimate, poem-by-poem reflections spanning five years, Isabella Jacqueline offers a vivid portrayal of the pain, confusion, and resilience born from trauma.
Read MoreThe Washashore by Marshall Highet & Bird Jones (Book Review #2176)
The Washashore is an absorbing, atmospheric novel that pulls the reader into another time and place with astonishing ease. Its pages are soaked in sea air, shadowed by old-world expectations, and lit by the quiet courage of someone trying to find their footing in unfamiliar terrain. The narrative flows like the tide—steadily, sometimes gently, sometimes with the pull of an undertow—and never lets go.
Read MoreHow to Overcome Writer’s Block and Stay Consistent by Jeyran Main
Writer’s block is one of the most frustrating obstacles an author can face. It can strike unexpectedly, leaving even experienced writers staring at a blank page for hours, days, or weeks. Often, it is not a lack of talent but fear, perfectionism, or exhaustion that creates the block. Recognizing the root cause is the first step to overcoming it. Ask yourself: am I overwhelmed by the story’s complexity, doubting my ability, or simply burned out? Understanding why your creativity is stifled allows you to address it more effectively.
Read MoreDragon King’s Bane by AJ Jontz (Book Review #2175)
From its opening pages, Dragon King’s Bane immerses the reader in a high-stakes fantasy world that is both vividly constructed and emotionally charged. AJ Jontz writes with a deep understanding of what epic fantasy fans crave: layered worldbuilding, complex moral undertones, and a protagonist on a path of painful, personal growth. But what truly elevates this novel is the quiet emotional current beneath the magic, monsters, and academy drama—it’s a story about endurance, about loyalty, and about learning to rise when every force around you seems determined to hold you down.
Read MoreMissing in MiskatonicBy Cynthia C. Huijgens (Book Review #2174)
Missing in Miskatonic is a cerebral, atmospheric mystery that pulses with intellectual energy and quiet dread. Set in a fictional Ivy League university steeped in history, tradition, and occult undercurrents, this is a novel that asks big questions while keeping readers hooked on the unraveling of a very personal disappearance. Cynthia C. Huijgens has crafted something rare—a literary mystery that is both elegantly written and fiercely entertaining.
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