The Orbital Review
The Orbital Review is a literary journal under Orbital Press that delves into a wide range of topics. Featuring insightful book reviews by D.J. Hoskins, the journal also includes chess analyses, personal essays, reflective pieces, and poems, offering readers a thoughtful blend of literary critique and creative exploration.
Essays
Book Reviews
Poetry
Chess
Short Stories
Book Samples
Photography
Videos
Venturing Beyond Self-Improvement: Pushing Past The Treadmill
When it comes to self-help and self-improvement, everyone starts off on the treadmill.
The Limits And Advantages Of Using Chess Logic In Daily Life
Chess is an incredible tool for solving IQ problems, not for weighting EQ questions.
Tacit Knowledge I’ve Gained From Writing 26 Books
After writing several books, this is what I've learned from the journey.
Author vs. University: Validation Syndrome
This essay was originally written November 22, 2022 while my sister and I were attending Boise State University for context. I was a freshman, and she was a sophomore. This was our experience as authors (“students”) in the classroom.