Here is my list of small press and self-published books that I believe are 4- and 5-star quality.
The Stygian Conspiracy by Kodai Okuda; genre: science fiction
One of my favorite quotes: “Man is not a creature that should be caged within the confines of a planned society. He is a being that craves adventure and needs struggle and hardship that has genuine reward at its conclusion if he is to lead a fulfilling existence. Only a true capitalist society allows for man to reach his full potential.”
Hazy Shade of Winter by Jessica Bradshaw; genre: paranormal romance, young adult
Currency by L. Todd Wood; genre: historical fiction
Godmachine by Jack Thompson; genre: science fiction
Groom and Doom: A Greek Love Story by Theresa Braun; genre: women's fiction