Simon Powell Novels

IBPA Awards judge gives Simon's Mansion the highest score (10) in each category. "I gave this book a 10 in writing because of the great use of language with complex descriptions such as the one on page 40 of “fast freeze productions.” There are so many engaging minor characters such as Clarice and Twiggy. Each character in this novel is so well drawn and the dialogue is sharp, authentic, and believable. Even the dog Cicero and the goat Ferdinand are endearing characters. I loved the relationship that develops between crotchety Vivian and kindly Thad. The respectful but conflicted relationship between Simon and sister Connie who is intelligent, caring, but very religious and well-meaning is fascinating as well. The author does a great job of moving the story forward through dialogue instead of using excessive description and exposition. The setting and time and place are all vividly portrayed. There are message machines, telexes, modems, cassette players, VHS tapes, and call...

Simon's Mansion is an entrant in the 2020 IndieReader Discovery Awards Read the review. SIMON’S MANSION is a thoughtful and philosophical book about coming to terms with one’s past, facing the consequences of past misdeeds and failures, and figuring out how to move forward in a healthy and creative way. ~Catherine Langrehr for IndieReader https://indiereader.com/book_review/simons-mansion-3/

I ndieReader approved author William Poe on his motivation: “Storytelling, having people respond to characters and become enthralled in the narrative, is its own reward.”

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Simon's Mansion review James W 5.0 out of 5 stars   The Way Back Home Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2020 Format: Kindle Edition Verified Purchase Simon’s Mansion, William Poe’s latest entry to his LGBT literary fiction series, continues the story of protagonist Simon Powell as he returns home to rural Arkansas and struggles to reckon his past with his present. Along the way we are treated to a gripping tale of love, loss, and the search for redemption. From page one, Poe’s vivid, judiciously-paced prose works wonders as the author gracefully infuses a tried and true prodigal son/coming of age narrative with shades of intolerance, bigotry, and addiction. The novel begins by re-examining Simon’s various relationships (primarily that of his family as well as his lover, Thad) and the emotional baggage he can’t seem to shake, slowly laying the groundwork for a surprisingly thrilling third-act that provides an incredibly satisfying conclusion (avoid spoilers if ...

Simon's Mansion is among the Best Reviewed Books of November on IndieReader .

Official Review: Simon's Mansion by William Poe Report this post Post   by  Miriam Molina  »  23 Nov 2019, 01:13 [Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Simon's Mansion" by William Poe.] 3 out of 4 stars As a young boy, Simon fantasized that he came from the faraway planet Zenon. That was because he had strange desires which were different from those of his friends. Even at ten, he was attracted to boys. At eighteen, he decided to abandon his Christian faith and his small-town life and join the Moonies, thinking that their Unification Church will cure him of his “queerness.” However, even after marrying the bride Reverend Moon chose for him, Simon felt the same. Opting to accept his sexual identity, he left Moon’s church and moved to Hollywood, flourishing in a career in film distribution. That’s where he met Thad who became the love of his life. They had a tumultuous relationship, though, for both were addicted to cocaine. ...