A Legacy of Hope
The Sown Seeds Collection
The Sown Seeds Collection is a dedicated philanthropic book imprint rooted in the belief that even the darkest tragedies can give way to a harvest of hope. It is a curated line of stories built on the foundation of compassion, designed not just to entertain, but to actively change lives.
A Legacy of Foundation and Love
This collection is a deeply personal tribute, created in loving memory of my parents, Carolyn and Edward Sparks. Growing up, they instilled in me the value of a solid foundation, unwavering strength, and a compassionate heart. The Sown Seeds Collection honors their legacy by taking those exact values and passing them on to those left vulnerable in the wake of tragedy.
The Catalyst for Change
The mission behind this imprint was first born from a devastating personal heartbreak. A few years ago, a childhood friend of mine was sentenced to life in prison for taking another person's life. That single act of violence left multiple families fractured and innocent children on both sides without a parent. It served as a stark, painful reminder that in these situations, nobody wins. Everyone is hurt, and the devastation leaves a lasting mark on the next generation.
Looking at the wreckage of this situation, I knew a choice had to be made: allow the cycle of generational trauma to continue, or step in and attempt to build a bridge.
The Expanding Cost of Violence
Recently, the urgent need for this mission was reinforced in the most painful way imaginable. A brother-in-arms—a close friend I served alongside since 2018 through tours in Japan and Bahrain—was tragically murdered and robbed in the Philippines. Today, his killers remain at large.
While my other collection, EverRoyal Sparrowhawk, honors fallen service members, his senseless death strikes at the very core of The Sown Seeds mission. It was a crushing reminder of how abruptly violence can tear a family apart, regardless of who you are or where you are in the world. I am fiercely dedicated to using this platform to raise awareness of his story in the pursuit of justice.
A Mission Beyond the Page
The Sown Seeds Collection was created to step into the gap left by these tragedies. A portion of the proceeds from every book sold under this imprint goes directly toward establishing educational scholarships and support programs for youth impacted by violence, as well as making direct donations to the families of victims—including the family of my murdered brother-in-arms.
By broadly investing in the families and children affected by these senseless acts, we are providing tangible resources, opportunity, and a path forward.
Cultivating a Harvest of Peace
The guiding principle of this collection is James 3:18: "Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness."
This truth is reflected in the very emblem of the collection: a deeply rooted tree merging the protective strength of the Oak, the dignified perseverance of the Magnolia, and the reconciling peace of the Olive branch, all flanked by Rosemary for remembrance. Through The Sown Seeds Collection, we are choosing to act as peacemakers. We are turning a history of heartbreak into a future of reconciliation, proving that when we intentionally plant seeds of goodness, a beautiful harvest will follow.
The Sown Seeds
The Sown Seeds Collection
The Live A Lie Series
What if the reality you’ve known your entire life was nothing more than a carefully constructed lie? The Live A Lieseries is a high-stakes, genre-bending saga that fuses gritty military suspense with expansive, cosmic fantasy. It explores a hidden universe where ancient, god-like extraterrestrials manipulate humanity from the shadows, harvesting our darkest sins to fuel ancient intergalactic wars. But when these cosmic forces finally step out of the dark, they awaken dormant bloodlines and forgotten legacies on Earth.
Spanning from the perilous streets of Florida’s Yorkington Projects to the furthest, darkest reaches of alien worlds, this immersive series is a story of survival, brotherhood, and the unbreakable bonds of family. Prepare for a thrilling ride that proves the greatest wars are fought not just with weapons, but with the hidden strength of the human soul.
Book One: Live A Lie, In The Mist
Truth is hidden in the smoke.
Stanley Manuel Rivera-Steel thought he had outrun the tragedies of his past. Rising from the unforgiving streets of his youth to become a respected Navy Master-at-Arms, Stanley has built a beautiful, grounded life with his wife, Shay, and their two children. But peace is a fragile illusion.
When a menacing, living purple mist mysteriously sweeps across the globe, it brings with it sudden martial law, a global military recall, and a terrifying string of gruesome, inexplicable murders. Forced to deploy aboard the high-tech aircraft carrier USS Ecola, Stanley and his elite security team are quickly thrust into a nightmare. They aren't facing a conventional enemy, but horrifying, shapeshifting entities capable of mimicking their victims and evaporating into the shadows.
As the violence escalates and the lines between ally and monster blur, Stanley makes a chilling discovery: this invasion is not random. It is directly tied to a dark secret his family has guarded for generations. Guided by an ancient, cryptic pendant left behind by his late father, Stanley realizes his unique bloodline might be the only thing standing between Earth and total cosmic annihilation.
With the fate of his family—and humanity itself—hanging in the balance, Stanley must confront the ghosts of his past, master dormant abilities he never knew he possessed, and uncover the terrifying conspiracy lurking within the mist.
Blending military authenticity with chilling supernatural mystery, Live A Lie, In The Mist is a gripping, atmospheric debut that will keep you guessing until the very last page. He's coming for you... are you ready?
A Legacy of Resilience
“We plant seeds of hope in the soil of memory, ensuring no hero is forgotten and no family walks alone.”
The Sown Seeds is a journey of the heart, exploring the quiet strength found in the wake of loss. It is a story dedicated to the beauty of healing and the incredible capacity of the human spirit to find light even in the longest shadows. Through these pages, we celebrate the enduring bonds that connect us and the paths we carve toward peace and renewal.
By sharing these powerful narratives, we bridge the gap between service and civilian life. Every copy sold directly funds scholarships and support resources for youth and families affected by loss and violence, continuing the Sparks legacy of healing through community and shared stories.