Progressive Rising Phoenix Press, LLC

18/07/2024

This Saturday, David will sign copies of his new release ‘The Hand that Wields the Sword.’ 😃
Embark on a thrilling adventure in a world of ancient legends and treacherous enemies with Vinan, a tribal boy from the mountains. Join him on a perilous journey to rescue his siblings from the clutches of slavers, as he encounters bandits, warlords, and a mad priest obsessed with ancient power. Along the way, he forges an unlikely alliance with a wayward swordsman, a wizened sage with a dark past, and a mysterious girl. Will Vinan find the strength to save his family and confront the dangers that threaten to consume him? This epic tale of courage, sacrifice, and redemption will take you on a captivating journey through a world of danger and wonder!

08/07/2024

Book Signing Event 📚🖋️✨ Meet Darrell, engage in discussions about his work, and get your hands on a personally signed copy!

25/06/2024

Exciting New Release ✨😃📖
Join Vinan, a tribal boy, on a perilous journey to rescue his siblings from slavers, facing bandits, warlords, and a mad priest. Alongside a swordsman, sage, and mysterious girl, will Vinan find the strength to save his family and confront looming dangers? Embark on this epic tale of courage, sacrifice, and redemption in a world of ancient legends and treacherous enemies. Available from your favorite online retailer or progressiverisingphoenix.com

21/06/2024

Hope you kick off summer with a fabulous Friday. 😎🏖️☀️🩴

15/06/2024

Adventure anyone? 😎Read a book. 😃📚🖋️📖

03/06/2024

Read it first PRE-ORDER NOW 😃📖🖋️ Embark on a thrilling adventure in a world of ancient legends and treacherous enemies with Vinan, a tribal boy from the mountains. Join him on a perilous journey to rescue his siblings from the clutches of slavers, as he encounters bandits, warlords, and a mad priest obsessed with ancient power. Along the way, he forges an unlikely alliance with a wayward swordsman, a wizened sage with a dark past, and a mysterious girl. Will Vinan find the strength to save his family and confront the dangers that threaten to consume him? This epic tale of courage, sacrifice, and redemption will take you on a captivating journey through a world of danger and wonder!

29/05/2024

FANTASY SCFI LOVERS
New Releases Coming Soon. 😃📚🖋️📖

28/05/2024

COMING SOON. 😀🖌📚

Embark on a thrilling adventure in a world of ancient legends and treacherous enemies with Vinan, a tribal boy from the mountains. Join him on a perilous journey to rescue his siblings from the clutches of slavers as he encounters bandits, warlords, and a mad priest obsessed with ancient power. Along the way, he forges an unlikely alliance with a wayward swordsman, a wizened sage with a dark past, and a mysterious girl.

Will Vinan find the strength to save his family and confront the dangers that threaten to consume him? This epic tale of courage, sacrifice, and redemption will take you on a captivating journey through a world of danger and wonder!

David Standeven was born in the oil town of Midland, Texas. After graduating from the University of Texas at Dallas with a Bachelor’s in Computer Science and a Minor in Business Administration, he began a career as a Software Engineer that has lasted 12 years and counting. His first stabs at writing began in college, beginning as an insomniac hobby that refused to stop. In nearly fifteen years of writing, he has written works of Fantasy, Action and Adventure, Science Fiction, Speculative Fiction, Poetry, and Children’s Stories. He credits this love of writing to his childhood love of reading that included JRR Tolkien, Alexandre Dumas, Feodor Dostoyevsky, Charles Dickens, Boris Pasternak, George Orwell, Aldous Huxley, and fellow Texan Robert E. Howard (since adulthood, he has added Brandon Sanderson, Joe Abercrombie, Jo Nesbo, Stephen King, and numerous others to that list). When not working, reading, or writing, David can be found smoking meat, learning to cook new dishes, sipping whiskey or slivovitz, or fermenting his own mead with local Texas honey. He lives in Fort Worth, Texas, with his wife, daughter, and dog. He can sometimes be spotted at meetings of Fort Worth Writers or in the local libraries and coffee shops.

24/05/2024

BACKLIST TREASURE 🖋️📚📖
Seventeen-year-old Barry McElroy’s life has been difficult since his father, an Army veteran, left the family due to his PTSD. When he is ambushed by thugs from The Rosedale Gang, he is rescued by a mysterious vampire named Casey Appleton. Barry promises to keep her secret and they team up to find Casey’s missing niece, Kelly Westland. Together, they uncover horrifying and sadistic predators that must be stopped at any cost. progressiverisingphoenix.com

21/05/2024

Since the early 1940s, The Gold Rose, a clandestine rescue organization rooted in Asia, has employed a distinctive method to uncover and safeguard victims across the globe. Charlotte Hunt-Basse, an operative for The Gold Rose, encounters numerous obstacles in her efforts to rescue two individuals, Pinkie and Babe.

Two-year-old Pinkie, abandoned during a violent storm on a remote road, is taken to Mexico by oil heir Clint Sutton and his girlfriend, Angelina. Later, Pinkie is taken to Argentina by an elderly Romani. In a surprising turn of events, a renegade agent of The Gold Rose brings Pinkie back to America, only to sell her to a woman in Los Angeles. When the agency locates Pinkie once more, Charlotte must take extreme risks to save her.

Babe, the child of Texas missionaries, is sheltered by two Chinese families during the Japanese invasion and subsequent Communist takeover in China. The second family forces her to live in disguise as a “boy” for several years. Despite the ban on martial arts, her grandfather secretly teaches her Yǒng Chūn. As the civil war intensifies, Babe embarks on a perilous journey through enemy territory in search of a slim chance of rescue. 😃📚🖋️📖
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21/05/2024

Progressive Rising Phoenix Press is an independent publisher. Founded by authors for authors in October 2012, PRPP has endured being a brand-new startup, the pandemic, a saturated market, social media hacking, and a buyout. We love what we do, and sharing our work with others. Visit our site for additional information. progressiverisingphoenix.com 😀📖🖋️📚

20/05/2024

Spring reading. 😀 Where does love begin? Experience true love from the perspective of, The First Mom. A touching story that will make its way into every inch of your heart, tapping into every emotion a person can feel: joy, enlightenment, sadness, and even anger, Caroline pulls back the curtain on the life of a teenage mother as she shares her story of abandonment and rejection for the choices she made as a sixteen year old teenager. Reuniting with her daughter, Rebecca, did not come as easily as she’d hoped. Yet the pain, overshadowed by joy, reveals the love of being The First Mom. Providence For A First Mom is a must read. 😍📖🖋️📚progressiverisingphoenix.com

17/05/2024

“Working with first responders and veterans is a calling and a privilege. I have said many times in my career that I have the best job ever, because I get to work with the most amazing people on the planet. After three decades of practice, I bring you an intimate, inside look into the therapy room. Treating first responders and veterans is not easy. It is sometimes very challenging, scary, emotionally charged, and gritty. I have had so many impactful patients throughout my career, so I asked six of the most inspirational ones if they would share their stories. They rose to the occasion and granted us an inside look at their healing.” - Tania Glenn Progressiverisingphoenix.com

16/05/2024

Biddy Woodson, a sassy and resourceful sharecropper’s daughter in 1934 Oklahoma, faces a murder in her community and sets out to prove the innocence of a neighbor wrongly accused. As she delves into the mystery, she encounters unexpected help and uncovers shocking truths. This gripping tale unfolds in a fateful summer on BLACKBERRY ROAD, with vintage Southern recipes included. progressiverisingphoenix.com

15/05/2024

Rebecca & Heart welcomes readers into the unique journey of a young girl struggling with autism. The story is amusingly told through the eyes of an insect. Rebecca’s journey takes place in pre- World War II England, and during the war. It’s a sweet, informative story that notes the first identification of autism, and addresses the characteristics and misconceptions regarding autism. The story provides the reader examples of the everyday struggles that some on the autism spectrum must deal with. It also makes the reader aware of the possible hidden potential masked by the autism. Rebecca’s story expresses a small sample of the amazing abilities I’ve witnessed over my career. Finding those hidden gifts is what makes teaching students on the autism spectrum so amazing and part of what makes this story so enjoyable. Paul Batchelor, B.S. Education, retired special education-autism teacher, CEO of Developmental Disabilities and Behavior Consultants, member of Special Ops, and author of Help! My Child Has Autism. This lovely book presents an absolutely accurate portrayal of autism and the challenges faced by the child herself and those around her. With great humor and a deep appreciation of human nature the author chronicles the adventures of Rebbecca and her irrepressible dog in London just before and during World War 2. Although written for a young adult audience readers of any age will delight in the storytelling and characters. We can all learn and relearn that “differentness” is not necessarily a bad thing and that children (and dogs) are to be cherished. Stephen Lazoff, MD Pediatrician. 📚🖋️📖

14/05/2024

Anyone have a book that changed their lives? 😀📚

13/05/2024

HUMOR, SUSPENSE, AND CAJUN CHARM WRAPPED UP IN A DELIGHTFUL SERIES
In the second installment of the captivating series, Minou and Joe readers are once again transported to the enchanting world of the bayou, where chaos, laughter, and a touch of mystery await. Filled with authentic Cajun language that blends ancient French with colorful Cajun slurs, this tale immerses readers in the unique culture and vibrant atmosphere of the Louisiana Bayou. Join Minou and Joe as they navigate outrageous and supernatural occurrences that seem to arise from the depths of the bayou. With their quick wit and unwavering determination, they unravel the mysteries surrounding them while keeping their sense of humor intact. Whether you’re a fan of supernatural mysteries or simply seeking a heartwarming tale, this book will surely captivate and entertain. Minou and Joe is a delightful blend of humor, suspense, and Cajun charm. Through vivid descriptions and lively dialogue, readers will feel the magic of the bayou come to life. Prepare for a wild ride through the bayou, where anything can happen! 📚📖🖋️

10/05/2024

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08/05/2024

Discover the depths of true love through “The First Mom” - a heart-touching journey of joy, enlightenment, sadness, and anger. Follow Caroline’s raw story of teenage motherhood, abandonment, and the hard-won reunion with her daughter, Rebecca. A tale where pain meets joy, revealing the unbreakable love of being The First Mom. “Providence For A First Mom” is your next must-read. 📚📖❤️progressiverisingphoenix.com.

06/05/2024

Diving into other worlds with Progressive Rising Phoenix Press’s sci-fi fantasy collection! 🚀✨Visit progressiverisingphoenix.com for a full selection.

27/04/2024

Writers when they find a hole in their plot. 😁📚🖋️

26/04/2024

HUMOR, SUSPENSE, AND CAJUN CHARM WRAPPED UP IN A DELIGHTFUL SERIES! 😃📚 Experience the enchanting world of the Louisiana Bayou in the second installment of the Minou and Joe series. Filled with authentic Cajun language and a touch of mystery, this captivating tale immerses readers in the unique culture and vibrant atmosphere of the bayou. Join Minou and Joe as they navigate supernatural occurrences with quick wit and unwavering determination. Whether you’re a fan of supernatural mysteries or heartwarming tales, this book is sure to captivate and entertain with its blend of humor, suspense, and Cajun charm.

24/04/2024

Are you ready???? Coming soon! 😃📚

14/09/2023

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14/09/2023

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14/09/2023

Progressive Rising Phoenix Press is an independent publishing company offering award-winning titles in multiple genres. We avoid cookie-cutter stories and characters by publishing a diverse range of titles and genres, including children’s picture books, chapter books, middle grade, young adult, new adult, nonfiction, and adult fiction spanning action-adventure, mystery, and suspense, science fiction, fantasy, romance, and paranormal. progressiverisingphoenix.com

13/09/2023

What better way to catch the world's attention than to create a distraction in an internationally televised sporting event? The Safari Rally, hosted by Kenya in East Africa, is one such event-and a Middle Eastern country wonders if it could sn**ch that honor away from Kenya by creating a "disturbance" during the rally that would damage that country's unblemished reputation. A shady character, who goes by "Doc," enters the country a few days before the event and makes steady progress in executing the plot. The police have been alerted but are distracted by one lead after another: an attractive, mysterious Southeast Asian woman, a Russian arms dealer, and a young couple unwittingly involved while sponsoring a local entrant. Caught up in this developing drama are an alert Mossad agent and a curious KGB agent. As in the author's previous novel, Limited Edition: A Poacher's Endgame, this story is interspersed with wry humor and witty dialogue, taking the reader on a fast-paced race through Kenya's beautiful landscapes as the rally cars take off on a Good Friday and end up on Easter Monday in Nairobi, the "Green City under the Sun," for the dramatic finale. This is the sequel to LIMITED EDITION: A POACHER'S ENDGAME

Special Edition: A Drug Dealer's Dead End

12/09/2023

Woot Woot! ‘Frowns and Gowns ’ is now live. 😃❤️Available in paperback, hardcover, and epub.

Frowns and Gowns: The Mischief Series Book 5