10/21/2024
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Reedsy Bio: Paul G. Newton
Paul G. Newton is an Emmy Award-winning creative with a passion for storytelling that delves into the complexities of human emotions and the struggle between light and dark. With over two decades of experience in broadcast journalism, film, and radio, Paul brings a unique voice to his writing, blending psychological intrigue with supernatural suspense. As the host of two podcasts, a former insurance executive, and a professional musician, he has lived many lives—and they all inform his work.
When he isn’t working on his next project, Paul can be found strumming bass guitar or exploring the vibrant landscapes of Arkansas. His debut novel, Overwhelming Evil, reflects his fascination with flawed characters and the journeys that force them to grow, revealing that sometimes the hardest battles are fought within ourselves. Paul is deeply influenced by the emotional tension and world-building found in Tom Clancy, Rebecca Yarros, and V.E. Schwab, but he strives to tell stories that are uniquely his own.
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Book Description: Overwhelming Evil
Seventeen-year-old Kayla has always felt ordinary—maybe too ordinary. That changes when an ancient bracelet unlocks a hidden power inside her, amplifying abilities she didn’t know she had. But the bracelet isn’t a gift—it’s a curse, shining like a beacon to the dark entity hunting her. The entity knows that the bracelet holds the power to destroy it. But if it can manipulate Kayla, twist her mind just enough, she’ll hand it over willingly.
Kayla’s only ally is Dan, a hunter haunted by the past. Framed by the entity for the deaths of his family, Dan spent years in prison, and now all he has left is the hunt. Determined to help Kayla unlock her true strength, Dan knows that the entity will destroy them both if she can’t control her power. But the demon has already planted a seed of doubt—convincing Kayla that Dan is the real enemy.
As the darkness closes in, Kayla must learn that real strength doesn’t come from magic but from believing in yourself, even when everything falls apart. When the bracelet is lost, Kayla discovers she no longer needs it—because she has become more vital than anyone ever expected.
Overwhelming Evil is a YA fantasy about manipulation, trust, and the strength to believe in yourself. Blending supernatural tension with emotional growth, this novel explores the fine line between hope and fear—and what it really means to fight the monsters, both within and without.
