Here are some reviews of books and short stories from new authors discovered on GoodReads or Facebook. Give them a try if you're up to finding new authors and supporting Indie books!
Voyager - The Art of Pure Awareness by Robin Craig Clark (spiritual growth)
This books falls into the teachings of Eckhart Tolle, suggesting the
"now" as a self awareness and giving interesting information on how to
get to a state of awareness. It reads almost as a poetry book, there are
several beautiful quotes from famous motivators/writers/poets etc, and
the pictures illustrating the pages are just breathtaking. I read the
ebook version, and believe the print version would mostly look like a
coffee table book! For those who like self help books, this is a
beautiful read.
http://www.amazon.com/Voyager-Awareness-Robin-Craig-Clark-ebook/dp/B00CMQOCWC/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&sr=&qid=
The Silence Before Dawn by Henry Martin (poetry)
Martin's poetry book is a refreshing take on free verse. Although the
book is divided into different sections, some of the poems could fit
into more than one section. Those familiar with Martin's Mad Days of Me
trilogy will indeed find some of the poems reminiscent of the main
character. The selection brings enigmatic poetry, which should read
aloud, to absorb and feel the eloquence of the emotions the author is
trying to convey. The "Relationships" section expresses love and desire
but in a subtle and not forceful way, like a shy young man not yet sure
of his emotions, but full of passion and desire. For example, one of my
favorites, Still Needing You, reads:
“I don’t need you anymore!”
though I still want to be
forever
with you
"Shame"
was also one of my favorites. In fact, there are several favorites in
each of the sections. In the Noise After Sunrise, several of the poems
talk about places where he has lived, and are artfully described,
evoking images full of wonder, longing, certain nostalgia even. At
times, the free style and broken thoughts reminded me of Plath's poems.
Excellent poetry book, for poetry lovers. Highly recommend.
http://www.amazon.com/Silence-Before-Dawn-Henry-Martin-ebook/dp/B00K0KYJN4/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&sr=&qid=
The Jewel Box by C. Michelle McCarty (romance)
The Jewel Box is a great debut novel. For lovers of romance books, this
is a delight. Full of intrigue and lively characters that get tangled up
in life's web of surprises, this fast paced and well written book keeps
you moving through time. The characters are well developed, well
described, and their interaction convincing and real. Vivid descriptions
of Houston transports you to the city and its outskirts, and paints a
great picture of the city's development throughout 3-4 decades. The
author also throws in some real events that happened during the time
line of the story to illustrate its sense of reality. Cherie's (the main
character) actions and behavior will frustrate you and keep you wonder
if she is really deserving of a happy ending or second or third chance,
but this is a love story that will melt your heart. Thumbs up!
http://www.amazon.com/Jewel-Box-C-Michelle-McCarty-ebook/dp/B00BTRDWTO/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&sr=&qid=
