Maine author discusses first book in ‘A Soul’s Final Journey Series’

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - Steven R. James is the author of “Everyone Calls Me Paige.” It’s the first book in “A Soul’s Final Journey Series.”

Book summary:

“Andrew Paige Turner is forced to watch himself relive his life to understand the true nature and reality of what happened. He needs to see who influenced his thoughts and beliefs that led him down certain paths he wishes he never went down. The story begins with Paige’s freshman year of college taking you forward throughout his life in a small college in Southern Maine. Paige’s life revolves around the people you would expect: his roommate Josh, his girlfriend Patty, the sometimes-psychotic Michelle, and an unusual man named Antonin. The scenes of campus life, keg parties and the inevitable clash of people being away from home for the first time are relatable. Antonin, or Tony helps Paige figure out that part of himself that was never quite right. The story is told in retrospect by Paige, and it is told both honestly and authentically. Paige shares his fond memories of riding choppers, college friends, his first true love, and the trauma’s he faced and dealt with. The story is a true drama of love and loss that is told loudly, graphically, and angrily at times, but these are all things any reader can identify with.”

James says the book started off as a play, but those involved urged and encouraged him to to turn it into a book. Now, the second book in the series, “Mexico,” is coming out in early 2026.

James is a native New Englander who grew up in a suburb of Boston. He spent has time living in Southern Maine and Florida and is now a permanent resident of Maine, residing in the Belgrade Lakes area.

“Everyone Calls Me Paige” can be purchased through his website, through any local independent bookstore or large chain bookstores as well as Amazon. It is also available in eBook format, including Kindle.