Artist Spotlight!
This page is dedicated to extraordinarily talented authors, artists, and indie art advocates who you should know!
Authors You Should Know
Dr. Sarah Monday
About the Author:
Dr. Sarah Monday is the author of the supernatural romance series Code of Souls and a corporate business leader. Sarah is an Air Force veteran, a mother of three, and has a Doctorate in International Business. A nomad in life, she went to high school in Plano, TX, but she currently lives in Seattle, WA, with her witty husband, RFM, and their Goldendoodle, Oscar.
When Sarah is not writing, she can be found snuggled on the couch with a glass of wine and Oscar reading, cooking for family and friends, or out and about in her own small town on the east side.
A Dance in the Devil's Arms
Description: Successful author Savannah MacLeod is on top of the world. With a bestselling series and film adaptations to her name, a gorgeous husband, Michael, and all the privilege one could imagine, her life is a dream. Things are not how they seem, however, and all of this success has come at a cost. Her once passionate marriage is on the rocks after years of selfishly accepting Michael’s sacrifices without giving half as much in return. After a disturbing event at the launch party of her most recent title, Savannah commits herself to slowing down, appreciating her success, and prioritizing her marriage, but it is too late.
Just as Savannah is about to confess her regrets and express her desire to finally put their relationship before her own needs, an obstacle appears on the road, causing a car crash that plunges Savannah into darkness. Caught between life and death, floating in an endless void, Savannah finds herself joined by a pair of burning, scarlet eyes, a demon that will force her to relive the most tragic and thrilling moments of her life.
Mel Parrish
About the Author:
Welcome, my name is Mel Parrish and I'm glad you're here. I have just published the first book of my upcoming series, Lives Entwined in Kind. It has been a long road with many twists and turns, some swift ascents, other bumbling blockages, the road to dreams is ever so. All I can hope is that you will enjoy reading my stories as much as I enjoy writing them. Thank you for being here and being you.
Lived Entwined In Kind: Tucked Away
Description: Master Abrax was known to all as the utterly cruel, immensely powerful, and totally reclusive owner of the great Asulon Mansion. He was a man who had chosen to shut himself in, when he discovered he couldn't shut the world out. Until one day an uninvited and unexpected visitor changes everything. This visitor carries in her arms something that will change his life forever! This change forces this man, who had resolved to be tucked away, to depart from his woeful ways and find the answers to some anguished questions buried away long ago...
A journey of entwining worlds full of joyous victories and sorrowful devastations begins in Tucked Away, the first book in the series Lives Entwined in Kind.
Lynn Taylor
About the Author:
The beauty about writing is that it gives you a safe place to escape reality. The added bonus is that you can share your escape with others. The reason I write is for myself but the reason I publish is to hopefully help others see different parts of the world around them or simply just escape.
I may hit topics that are not discussed openly anymore and I in no way want to purposely hurt anyone. But these topics are still very real, even if we don't want to admit it. Being aware of these topics, and how they can affect your life, can help save so many people. With that being said, all of my works are a reflection of how I see these topics, and the world, because of how they have affected me.
I hope you enjoy my published works and hopefully you too can use them as your escape!
Light of Mine
Description: Sage is a single mother who is struggling to make ends meet and provide a fruitful life for her small family. Seemingly trapped between every curveball life launches in her direction and an underwhelming career that barely allows her to scrape by, she constantly battles the chaos within her mind. Every day is a fight to wear a brave face around everyone she refuses to allow into her life in a desperate attempt to shroud the depression that sits on the periphery of her consciousness. When another disastrous pitfall arises, a kindhearted woman enters Sage’s life, turning everything upside down and challenging her mindset of isolationism. Sage begins to question who she is and what she believes in as her reservations about others, and life in general, begins to crumble. Sage is forced to examine her past hardships that drove her into her current existence and if she has the willpower to shift her outlook. Can Sage incorporate these lessons into her daily paradigm, or will life’s everyday challenges prove insurmountable, crushing her determination, and ultimately becoming consumed by the constant barrage of modern day life?
Ron Shaw
About the Author:
Ron Shaw lives in New Hampshire, where he writes under the watchful eye—and occasional ambush—of his cat, Ophelia. With a master’s degree in Public Administration from Norwich University, he balances a full-time tech career with his passion for storytelling. When not lost in the dark and twisted worlds of his novels, you can find him expanding his vintage NES collection or pondering life’s mysteries with a healthy dose of sarcasm.
Echoes of Reckoning
Description: Following an unexpected demise, Clayton "Clay" Mitchell is thrust into the labyrinthine confines of Purgatory. With a heart fueled by twin desires—to find his treasured fiancé, Ava, who preceded him in death, and to escape the spectral chains binding him—Clay embarks on an odyssey unlike any other.
Azrael "Az" Angue, the chilling embodiment of Death, shadows his every move, seeking to erase the memories that empower Clay's spirit. As the countdown to oblivion grows ever louder, Clay forms bonds with a band of other lost souls, all battling their own internal demons and external threats. Together, they strive to decipher the riddle of the elusive gateway that offers a return to the world of the living.
"Echoes of Reckoning" takes readers on a riveting expedition across the vast expanse of love, redemption, and the eternal struggle between life and death. Can Clay outpace his fate, reuniting with his love and reclaiming his place among the living? Plunge into this mesmerizing thriller and explore the lengths to which a soul will journey for a second chance at life.
Narrators You Should Know
Aiden Cass
About the Narrator: Aiden Cass is a freelance actor, voice actor, and writer based out of Western Massachusetts. Aiden has been acting and voice acting for over three years. His work includes: short films, theater, podcasts, social media campaigns, and audiobooks.
From Aiden: "I absolutely love what I do and absolutely look forward to any projects that come my way, especially powerful collaborations with other writers, actors and artists."
From G. Edward Martin: I met Aiden when he auditioned to narrate for my novelette: "The False Treeing Hound." Aiden won this acting/narration part with his engaging voice, versality, and sound artistic judgement. Ultimately he brought this story to life and it was like hearing my own book for the first time. Highly recommend.
Sam Higgins
About the Narrator:
Brand New Voiceover Artist looking to help listeners ease and relax into a calming adventure.
Location: England, United Kingdom
From G. Edward Martin: Sam auditioned for "The Nobody ho Fought a Dragon" and although I received nearly one dozen intriguing auditions, Sam had the magic recipe I wanted for this story. This narration, although short, was a difficult project that required a range of skills, because there were not only a variety of characters from male to female, smart to silly, and snobby, this story is a dark comedy that required excellent timing for the jokes to land correctly. Sam did an outstanding job on this project, and I highly recommend him. Additionally, he was easy to work with, easy to communicate with, and was receptive to character notes and collaboration to deliver the best possible finished audiobook.
Aaron Miles
About the Narrator:
Indie Artist Advocates
Dr. L Reads
About Dr. L
Providing a social-psychological perspective as I review various books from various authors across a number of genres. Although I am a fan of mystery/suspense crime thrillers, I like to read from all genres, from fantasy to children's books (which are often fantasy if you think about it; a zizzer-zazzer-zuzz is certainly a fantasy character)! A focus of mine, on this channel, is indie/self-published books because there are a lot of great books out there that do not get much attention because they do not have the help from one of the major publishing machines. We do not neglect them here! Of course I review mainstream well-known books from large traditional publishers, but they will not be my focus.
From G. Edward Martin: I met Dr. L randomly when I was searching for my username on YouTube and found that he purchased one of my stories and made an awesome book review video about it. He and I had never spoken, but I had to reach out to thank him. From there we have formed a friendship and been on a podcast together. I look forward to working with him in years to come! His YouTube channel is all about books, authors, book reviews, author interviewers, and he is an incredible friend to the many indie authors of the world. Give him a follow!
Ms. Jenn L. Elmer
About Ms. Jenn
Indie book reader and advocate. "Welcome to BookTok! All things book! Love me some dark romance. Have a recommendation that needs reading? Send them to me!"
From G. Edward Martin: I met Ms. Jenn through TikTok and she decided to check out on of my stories. Within a few weeks, she read half of all my work and made outstanding video reviews for each. She is a great soul and an amazing supporter for this artform. For sure check out and follow her pages!
Ms. Crystal Luther
About Ms. Crystal
"I live vicariously though my Dark romances. 46 years young. Storms a& books!"
"I'm a mom... So, basically, I'm Superwoman... Enough said."
From G. Edward Martin: Crystal is well-known and loved in the indie author circles. She is an avid reader, consistently encouraging advocate for our art, and she always shows up with the amazing positive energy needed to brighten your day. If you do not currently follow her, today is the day!
Ms. Debbie
About Ms. Debbie
ARC reader who reads all Genres.
From G. Edward Martin: Debbie is an awesome human and dear friend to indie authors across TikTok. She reads all sorts of works, leaves honest reviews, and even prefers to buy books directly from authors when possible. Additionally, she has given me several brilliant marketing suggestions to help me reach more readers! Please give her a follow, she is a true friend.
T.A. Books
About T.A. Books
From G. Edward Martin- This is so cool... They are three indie authors who collaborate and not only write their own stories, but they are through and through book lovers who read and encourage all sorts of authors. If you do not already follow these amazing folks, below are all their links-- Amazon, TikTok, Linktree. Check them out!
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About This "Artist Spotlight" Page
I have added this page because there is incredible talent that inspires me. For example, if you want to rapidly improve in the sport of boxing, you ought to spar with someone much better than you are. You will have no choice but to rapidly climb up to where they are at.
In this way, I want to surround myself with incredibly talented artists who inspire me to create the best art I am capable of, and keep art as a consistent piece of my daily life.
Whether these artists are authors, illustrators, actors, models, narrators, or podcasters, I love following interesting and extraordinary people who make life more interesting and exciting!
Additionally, there is a much needed section on this page for the amazing art advocates whom I have come across along my own journey. These kind and incredible individuals support the unknown indie authors and artists and take chances on unknown stories, often being among the very first people to ever read a new story.
Many of them have voluntarily read and reviewed my own stories, asking nothing in return, and advocating for the stories out of sheer kindness and a deep love for this artform. Without the folks mentioned above, very few indie authors would exist. Thank you for all that you do!
If you are interested in being featured on this page or you have a suggestion for an indie author/artist who deserves a shoutout, send me an email at EdwardMartinBooks@gmail.com