Based on true events, "You Had to Be There" is the inspirational story of a boy who became a man. My mom loved it, and so will you! A must-read.

AJ Raven

Author of YA/Paranormal/Mystery Books: Arousing the Legacy, Missing in Somerville, The Game Master o...

I’m a book junkie. I love poetry and music. I love books by Carl Weber, Sherri L Lewis and occasiona...

Nathan Hague is the sports editor/sportswriter of a newspaper in East Texas. His passion for sports ...

Creator of AnimeCons.com and FanCons.com

Scott Beggs

Writing has appeared at Popcorn Fiction, Vanity Fair, Nerdist, IndieWire, Thrillist and others. Read...

Nominations

Your feedback is helpful for us in determining whether to publish a book.

We won't share your individual feedback with the auther.

I THINK THIS IS LIKE

What other novels is this like? Choose up to three.

There's something unique about this story.

It reminds me of other stories I love.

I love the writing and execution.

I want to be with these characters in this world.

This feels incredibly relevant to our world.

This book made me think and/or feel.