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Shawn Spencer is a U.S. military veteran, martial artist, and storyteller who currently lives in the Buckeye State with his beloved wife, Amanda, their two amazing children, and a small army of pets—two dogs, a rabbit, and a cat.
A lifelong lover of discipline and adventure, he spent his early years immersed in baseball and martial arts before enlisting in the military, where he served honorably during the Iraq War. After his service, he studied auto body and paint in Texas, where he rediscovered his passion for martial arts at the Rising Sun Karate dojo under Kyoshi Frank.
Now working as an elementary school custodian by day, he channels his rich life experiences into stories that blend action, heart, and the shadows that often linger behind both. Whether on the page or on the mat, he believes in perseverance, purpose, and never backing down from a fight worth taking.
Reviewed by Christian Sia for Readers' Favorite
The Wordless Book by Shawn Spencer is a thrilling fantasy that will appeal to fans of horror. It has everything that excites me — horror, adventure, mystery, and the supernatural. The story follows Robert, a Korean-American camp caretaker, and Jessica, a dedicated teacher, as they navigate a nightmarish series of events at Camp Wolf Creek. Emma Moon discovers the Wordless Book and unleashes a Fire Reaper as a fire breaks out and dark, sinister forces emerge, led by a wicked fire manipulator named Tate. As the fires intensify, everyone evacuates except for Robert and Jessica, who must confront reaper entities and fight against time to save Emma. As they confront terrifying creatures, including skeletal beings and a three-headed fire beast, Robert and Jessica discover that the camp’s history is linked to otherworldly realms and powerful, cursed artifacts. Will Robert and Jessica be able to withstand the onslaught of supernatural enemies, even after an artifact gives Robert the ability to manipulate fire?
Shawn Spencer is a gifted author in the genre. The flawed characters, engaging prose, and sparkling dialogue captivated me in this imaginative horror tale. The descriptions are terrific, especially Tate's sinister gestures. Characters like Robert, Jessica, and Emma are fleshed out with personal struggles, from Robert’s grief over his parents to Emma’s innocence and bravery. The setting moves between the seemingly idyllic camp and the dark, ominous realms of the “Impossible,” a universe between worlds filled with monstrous beings and ancient magic. I enjoyed how Spencer uses vivid imagery, especially in the depiction of supernatural battles, creating a tense, captivating atmosphere. The Wordless Book is fast-paced, with great dialogue and a well-crafted conflict that moves the story in unpredictable directions.
