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Book Review: This Distance
THIS DISTANCE by Nick Gregorio is a powerful short story collection about closing the distance between ourselves and the lives we’ve tried to leave behind. Check out what Yvie Shea Hourihane of Independent Book Review has to say about this Maudlin House book.
Interview with Sam Reese
Jack Messenger of Independent Book Review offers a fascinating new interview with Sam Reese, author of COME THE TIDE (Platypus Press, 2019). Check out what he has to say about New Zealand, Mythology, and the short story form.
Book Review: Come the Tide
COME THE TIDE by Sam Reese is a dazzling short story collection that offers an unusually visceral and enlarging experience. Check out why Jack Messenger of Independent Book Review thinks you should take a breath and dive in.
Book Review: Mars by Asja Bakić
MARS is a superb, out-of-the-ordinary story collection by Asja Bakić and translator Jennifer Zoble. Check out why Independent Book Review’s Jaylynn Korrell thinks you’ve been missing out in her latest review of this Feminist Press title.
10 Common Mistakes to Avoid when Marketing Your Novel
Author Jack Messenger has tried countless strategies for marketing his literary fiction novel, but many of them have failed. In “10 Common Mistakes to Avoid when Marketing Your Novel,” he shares his experiences to help other authors avoid following a similar path.
5 Independent Presses Celebrating Black Culture
“5 Independent Presses Celebrating Black Culture” is a literary listicle about the independent presses founded by black publishers that are producing books with a black audience in mind. Check out which indie presses Jaylynn Korrell picked in her latest article at Independent Book Review.
Book Review: User Not Found
USER NOT FOUND by Felicity Fenton is an unpretentious and quick-witted exploration of the author’s journey into understanding social media and out of a life that abuses it. Check out what Joe Walters of Independent Book Review has to say about this chapbook from Future Tense Books.
Book Review: Crisis Desserted
CRISIS DESSERTED by Katherine Laurin is a delightful curl up on the couch; a laughing, craving-sweets kind of romantic comedy. Find out what R. Read has to say in her latest independent book review of this Literary Wanderlust title.
Book Review: The Conviction of Cora Burns
THE CONVICTION OF CORA BURNS is a dark Victorian novel about the complexities and motives of a violent young woman, sure to leave you grasping for answers. See what Jaylynn Korrell of Independent Book Review has to say in her latest review.
Book Review: Two Natures
TWO NATURES by Jendi Reiter is a literary fiction novel for all readers with a love of fine writing, witty repartee, and genuine feeling. Check out more of what Jack Messenger has to say in his latest of IBR Book Review.
