Author: Dennis Solon
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 148368427X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 83
Book Description
I have always had people who knew my mother tell me that someday someone should write a book about that woman. While I sometimes had the inclination to write her story, I never seemed to find the time. However, I was forced to have a spinal fusion and the recovery period meant months away from my golf game. I now had the time to write my mothers story, which turned out to be my story as well. Because this would be a totally new venture for me, I was looking for help and input from many directions. Undoubtedly, Martha, my wife, was my biggest helper and supporter. I want to thank her for putting up with Jane and her bizarre ways all those years. Martha also has a degree in English, which came in very handy when editing the book. Next I would like to acknowledge our four children, Mark, Michael, John, and Shannon. They all had to deal with Jane. They reminded me of some of Janes eccentricities which are mentioned in this book. Most of all, I want the kids to know that I sincerely regret that Jane was not a better Grandma to them. Grandmas are wonderful people and our kids missed out on that joy in life. I appreciate the input of Rosie Browning, our friend and accomplished teacher of English, who read the first draft and made many suggestions that I welcomed and incorporated into the book. I would also like to thank Sandi Faber for her contribution and editing skills. Many thanks to Dee Domingo, our neighbor and computer guru. I could not have put this book on a flash drive without her. I would be remiss if I did not acknowledge all of my friends who gave me such positive encouragement. My friend Jeanie Williamson suggested the title, and Nancy Campbell, my former secretary, shared some of her memories with me. Every story about Jane in this book is true and is written exactly as remembered by folks who dealt with her directly. To my brother-in-law Jerome Carrigan, my nephew Jay Carrigan and his wife Lisa, my niece Michele, and certainly John Nelson, I just want to say thanks for remembering.
Everyone Calls Me Nettie
Author: Lawrence Ackerman
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
This is the true story about a phenomenal woman with an incredible life who found herself deeply involved in the Civil War, even though she tried to avoid the encounter. When she realized she had a reason to meet Abraham Lincoln without any idea why, she discovered she had a purpose that no other person did. The book begins when Nettie is a child and she seems to be surrounded by spiritual psychic events. It follows her youth as she seems to begin developing psychic medium abilities and her experiences with them. By the time she was twenty she discovered she was a trance medium with the ability to channel spirit voices through her own body while seemingly unconscious. While attempting to get a furlough for her injured brother while he was in the Civil War field hospital, Nettie happened to meet Mary Todd Lincoln at a "circle" in Washington, D. C. in December, 1862. The rest is history and all contained within the book. This book was written to celebrate Nettie Colburn for who she was and what she did to help save the American Union. After discovering that my gr-gr-grandmother Nettie Colburn had written a book about Lincoln and her experiences in Washington during the Civil War, I was determined to find an original 1891 printing. I discovered her book had also been copyrighted in Canada and without thinking, I wrote the author to see if I'd be able to rewrite or add to the story. I was quickly given written permission to rewrite Nettie's book. At the time I didn't know why I was compelled to do so, but I inevitably discovered I had records, insights and other information that would fill in the story of Nettie Colburn. After reading her 1891 book I discovered she had embedded family history information within its pages that helped me determine her family story where nothing was known. I also was able to determine Nettie was more deeply involved in the White House planning and actions in the Union's fight against the rebels in the Civil War. I took Nettie's story and was able to expand upon it to bring her story back to life. I believe I made this book a much fuller version of a biography of Nettie Colburn. She was an important person in the Civil War and appeared to have been over-shadowed by history.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
This is the true story about a phenomenal woman with an incredible life who found herself deeply involved in the Civil War, even though she tried to avoid the encounter. When she realized she had a reason to meet Abraham Lincoln without any idea why, she discovered she had a purpose that no other person did. The book begins when Nettie is a child and she seems to be surrounded by spiritual psychic events. It follows her youth as she seems to begin developing psychic medium abilities and her experiences with them. By the time she was twenty she discovered she was a trance medium with the ability to channel spirit voices through her own body while seemingly unconscious. While attempting to get a furlough for her injured brother while he was in the Civil War field hospital, Nettie happened to meet Mary Todd Lincoln at a "circle" in Washington, D. C. in December, 1862. The rest is history and all contained within the book. This book was written to celebrate Nettie Colburn for who she was and what she did to help save the American Union. After discovering that my gr-gr-grandmother Nettie Colburn had written a book about Lincoln and her experiences in Washington during the Civil War, I was determined to find an original 1891 printing. I discovered her book had also been copyrighted in Canada and without thinking, I wrote the author to see if I'd be able to rewrite or add to the story. I was quickly given written permission to rewrite Nettie's book. At the time I didn't know why I was compelled to do so, but I inevitably discovered I had records, insights and other information that would fill in the story of Nettie Colburn. After reading her 1891 book I discovered she had embedded family history information within its pages that helped me determine her family story where nothing was known. I also was able to determine Nettie was more deeply involved in the White House planning and actions in the Union's fight against the rebels in the Civil War. I took Nettie's story and was able to expand upon it to bring her story back to life. I believe I made this book a much fuller version of a biography of Nettie Colburn. She was an important person in the Civil War and appeared to have been over-shadowed by history.
This Time Around
Author: Kay Shanee
Publisher: Black Odyssey Media
ISBN: 1957950374
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
Two decades ago, two strangers make a connection that bonds them for life. Perfect for fans of second chance romance, This Time Around is the love reunion hopeless romantics have been waiting for. Dr. Tessa Howard is sick and tired of everything—her job, her nagging mother, and her boyfriend who wouldn’t know commitment if it hit him in the face. The only thing that didn’t work her last nerve was her soon-to-be twenty-year-old daughter, Cyrah. Watching her one and only child, her greatest accomplishment, live life out loud was her greatest joy. Tessa didn’t know what she’d do if she didn’t have Cyrah, whom she admittedly lived vicariously through. After an epiphany in the middle of the night, Tessa finds herself single and unemployed. With no job, no man, and no prospects for either, Tessa finally decides to let loose and learns that history does, in fact, repeats itself. Dr. Cypress Boone recently ended a relationship after a two-year engagement. He’d given his all to Emery, but she played him for a fool. Although disappointed, he hasn’t given up on love and is ready for a fresh start. Emery, however, isn’t ready to let go and refuses to accept that they are over. In an effort to make a clean break, he accepts a job at the prestigious Black Elm University, over two thousand miles away from his current residence. With a new job in a new city, Cypress has high hopes that a new woman will soon be added to the equation. However, maybe this time around, someone new isn’t what he needs.
Publisher: Black Odyssey Media
ISBN: 1957950374
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
Two decades ago, two strangers make a connection that bonds them for life. Perfect for fans of second chance romance, This Time Around is the love reunion hopeless romantics have been waiting for. Dr. Tessa Howard is sick and tired of everything—her job, her nagging mother, and her boyfriend who wouldn’t know commitment if it hit him in the face. The only thing that didn’t work her last nerve was her soon-to-be twenty-year-old daughter, Cyrah. Watching her one and only child, her greatest accomplishment, live life out loud was her greatest joy. Tessa didn’t know what she’d do if she didn’t have Cyrah, whom she admittedly lived vicariously through. After an epiphany in the middle of the night, Tessa finds herself single and unemployed. With no job, no man, and no prospects for either, Tessa finally decides to let loose and learns that history does, in fact, repeats itself. Dr. Cypress Boone recently ended a relationship after a two-year engagement. He’d given his all to Emery, but she played him for a fool. Although disappointed, he hasn’t given up on love and is ready for a fresh start. Emery, however, isn’t ready to let go and refuses to accept that they are over. In an effort to make a clean break, he accepts a job at the prestigious Black Elm University, over two thousand miles away from his current residence. With a new job in a new city, Cypress has high hopes that a new woman will soon be added to the equation. However, maybe this time around, someone new isn’t what he needs.
Just Call Me Jane
Author: Dennis Solon
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 148368427X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 83
Book Description
I have always had people who knew my mother tell me that someday someone should write a book about that woman. While I sometimes had the inclination to write her story, I never seemed to find the time. However, I was forced to have a spinal fusion and the recovery period meant months away from my golf game. I now had the time to write my mothers story, which turned out to be my story as well. Because this would be a totally new venture for me, I was looking for help and input from many directions. Undoubtedly, Martha, my wife, was my biggest helper and supporter. I want to thank her for putting up with Jane and her bizarre ways all those years. Martha also has a degree in English, which came in very handy when editing the book. Next I would like to acknowledge our four children, Mark, Michael, John, and Shannon. They all had to deal with Jane. They reminded me of some of Janes eccentricities which are mentioned in this book. Most of all, I want the kids to know that I sincerely regret that Jane was not a better Grandma to them. Grandmas are wonderful people and our kids missed out on that joy in life. I appreciate the input of Rosie Browning, our friend and accomplished teacher of English, who read the first draft and made many suggestions that I welcomed and incorporated into the book. I would also like to thank Sandi Faber for her contribution and editing skills. Many thanks to Dee Domingo, our neighbor and computer guru. I could not have put this book on a flash drive without her. I would be remiss if I did not acknowledge all of my friends who gave me such positive encouragement. My friend Jeanie Williamson suggested the title, and Nancy Campbell, my former secretary, shared some of her memories with me. Every story about Jane in this book is true and is written exactly as remembered by folks who dealt with her directly. To my brother-in-law Jerome Carrigan, my nephew Jay Carrigan and his wife Lisa, my niece Michele, and certainly John Nelson, I just want to say thanks for remembering.
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 148368427X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 83
Book Description
I have always had people who knew my mother tell me that someday someone should write a book about that woman. While I sometimes had the inclination to write her story, I never seemed to find the time. However, I was forced to have a spinal fusion and the recovery period meant months away from my golf game. I now had the time to write my mothers story, which turned out to be my story as well. Because this would be a totally new venture for me, I was looking for help and input from many directions. Undoubtedly, Martha, my wife, was my biggest helper and supporter. I want to thank her for putting up with Jane and her bizarre ways all those years. Martha also has a degree in English, which came in very handy when editing the book. Next I would like to acknowledge our four children, Mark, Michael, John, and Shannon. They all had to deal with Jane. They reminded me of some of Janes eccentricities which are mentioned in this book. Most of all, I want the kids to know that I sincerely regret that Jane was not a better Grandma to them. Grandmas are wonderful people and our kids missed out on that joy in life. I appreciate the input of Rosie Browning, our friend and accomplished teacher of English, who read the first draft and made many suggestions that I welcomed and incorporated into the book. I would also like to thank Sandi Faber for her contribution and editing skills. Many thanks to Dee Domingo, our neighbor and computer guru. I could not have put this book on a flash drive without her. I would be remiss if I did not acknowledge all of my friends who gave me such positive encouragement. My friend Jeanie Williamson suggested the title, and Nancy Campbell, my former secretary, shared some of her memories with me. Every story about Jane in this book is true and is written exactly as remembered by folks who dealt with her directly. To my brother-in-law Jerome Carrigan, my nephew Jay Carrigan and his wife Lisa, my niece Michele, and certainly John Nelson, I just want to say thanks for remembering.
Savage Sunday
Author: William W. Johnstone
Publisher: Pinnacle Books
ISBN: 0786047542
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
Johnstone Country. Shoot Straight or Die. Scottish cattleman Duff MacCallister staked a claim for his life in America—and reserves a righteous anger for those who break the law in this smoking six-gun shootout from National Bestselling Authors William W. and J.A. Johnstone . . . Thanks to a new line, the railroad has come to Chugwater, Wyoming, bridging the gap between the small town and the larger city of Cheyenne. Now Duff MacCallister can transport his 250 Black Angus cattle herd with ease by Iron Horse instead of enduring a two-day traildrive. But the day after depositing $15,000 in his Cheyenne account, Duff learns that bank president Jeremy Brinks embezzled every cent—totalling $65,000—and then guilt-ridden, committed suicide. Jeremy wasn’t just Duff’s banker, but his longtime friend. The widow Brinks doesn’t believe her husband was a thief or that he killed himself. Duff agrees. And after getting an appointment as Territorial Marshal, he’s aiming his barrel at putting every double-crossing lawman, red-handed outlaw, and corrupt businessmen he can rustle up behind bars—or six feet under . . . Live Free. Read Hard.
Publisher: Pinnacle Books
ISBN: 0786047542
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
Johnstone Country. Shoot Straight or Die. Scottish cattleman Duff MacCallister staked a claim for his life in America—and reserves a righteous anger for those who break the law in this smoking six-gun shootout from National Bestselling Authors William W. and J.A. Johnstone . . . Thanks to a new line, the railroad has come to Chugwater, Wyoming, bridging the gap between the small town and the larger city of Cheyenne. Now Duff MacCallister can transport his 250 Black Angus cattle herd with ease by Iron Horse instead of enduring a two-day traildrive. But the day after depositing $15,000 in his Cheyenne account, Duff learns that bank president Jeremy Brinks embezzled every cent—totalling $65,000—and then guilt-ridden, committed suicide. Jeremy wasn’t just Duff’s banker, but his longtime friend. The widow Brinks doesn’t believe her husband was a thief or that he killed himself. Duff agrees. And after getting an appointment as Territorial Marshal, he’s aiming his barrel at putting every double-crossing lawman, red-handed outlaw, and corrupt businessmen he can rustle up behind bars—or six feet under . . . Live Free. Read Hard.
A Good Night for Evil
Author: J.C. Jeanes
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1483445100
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 298
Book Description
Evil haunts the halls of a Georgia plantation mansion named Pike House. The rich and powerful Gordon family, who live there, greedily protect their dark secrets. The family is plagued by a terrifying curse and and an evil force that has stalked the corrupt family for generations. The evil has come for its final retribution and this time it will not be denied. The catalyst for the family's downfall is Anna, an outsider. Anna travels with John Crawford to meet his cousin, Addison Booker Gordon, the patriarch of the Gordon clan and Addisons extended family who live at the mansion. Anna finds herself entangled in the terrifying web of supernatural events swirling around the Gordon family. She feels the presence of evil and witnesses the annihilation of the family as the evil consumes the souls of those who live in Pike House.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1483445100
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 298
Book Description
Evil haunts the halls of a Georgia plantation mansion named Pike House. The rich and powerful Gordon family, who live there, greedily protect their dark secrets. The family is plagued by a terrifying curse and and an evil force that has stalked the corrupt family for generations. The evil has come for its final retribution and this time it will not be denied. The catalyst for the family's downfall is Anna, an outsider. Anna travels with John Crawford to meet his cousin, Addison Booker Gordon, the patriarch of the Gordon clan and Addisons extended family who live at the mansion. Anna finds herself entangled in the terrifying web of supernatural events swirling around the Gordon family. She feels the presence of evil and witnesses the annihilation of the family as the evil consumes the souls of those who live in Pike House.
Loves Redemption
Author: Brenda Davis
Publisher: Covenant Books, Inc.
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 181
Book Description
Nancy Blackwell and her daughter, Sarah, were starting a new life. One that would be free from all the bad memories of a failed marriage. Moving in with Nancy's sister was the first chapter. But Sarah getting hit by a hit-and-run driver was not part of the plan at all! Where was God when she needed him the most? Just because there was a handsome doctor who saw the whole thing didn't mean that God was there all the time, did it? After losing his wife and young daughter to a drunk driver, Marc Carter couldn't believe he was seeing another little girl laying unresponsive on the pavement from a hit-and-run! Praying the entire time, he rushed to her side. He was determined with God's help that this little girl would live to grow up! Sarah knew God had told her everything was going to be all right with her mommy. And when God said something, she knew he never forgot a promise. When she saw Dr. Angel, Sarah knew God was right, and she was determined her mommy would love God again as soon as Sarah could get her to see the angel in her life was straight from heaven!
Publisher: Covenant Books, Inc.
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 181
Book Description
Nancy Blackwell and her daughter, Sarah, were starting a new life. One that would be free from all the bad memories of a failed marriage. Moving in with Nancy's sister was the first chapter. But Sarah getting hit by a hit-and-run driver was not part of the plan at all! Where was God when she needed him the most? Just because there was a handsome doctor who saw the whole thing didn't mean that God was there all the time, did it? After losing his wife and young daughter to a drunk driver, Marc Carter couldn't believe he was seeing another little girl laying unresponsive on the pavement from a hit-and-run! Praying the entire time, he rushed to her side. He was determined with God's help that this little girl would live to grow up! Sarah knew God had told her everything was going to be all right with her mommy. And when God said something, she knew he never forgot a promise. When she saw Dr. Angel, Sarah knew God was right, and she was determined her mommy would love God again as soon as Sarah could get her to see the angel in her life was straight from heaven!
The Mystery Behind the -Town-
Author: Karen Rule
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1493128086
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 614
Book Description
My passion for writing started when I was young but nothing ever came of it. It was only when I had to give work away from ill health that I started writing again, and at 51, I rediscovered that once dormient passion again and published my first book two years ago. From there I have written two more books and I am looking forward to writing many more in the years to come. But without the help of Dennis my husband of 34 years I would not have achieved what Ive achieved, his support was and is greatly appreciated.
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1493128086
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 614
Book Description
My passion for writing started when I was young but nothing ever came of it. It was only when I had to give work away from ill health that I started writing again, and at 51, I rediscovered that once dormient passion again and published my first book two years ago. From there I have written two more books and I am looking forward to writing many more in the years to come. But without the help of Dennis my husband of 34 years I would not have achieved what Ive achieved, his support was and is greatly appreciated.
A Cheat and a Liar
Author: Bruce A Spurdle
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1669880303
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 683
Book Description
Here is a story based on the lives of actual persons, whose paths cross, as their lives unfold, and whilst some simply meet and pass by, others cheat, lie, marry, and abandon those closest to them. Sadness, hardship, love, and adventure; excitement, affairs, lust and loneliness – all end in surprise and connection. Here is a story based on the lives and actions of an actual family, early in twentieth century New Zealand. Then ...... One hundred years later, the dots are joined, and the questions are answered.
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1669880303
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 683
Book Description
Here is a story based on the lives of actual persons, whose paths cross, as their lives unfold, and whilst some simply meet and pass by, others cheat, lie, marry, and abandon those closest to them. Sadness, hardship, love, and adventure; excitement, affairs, lust and loneliness – all end in surprise and connection. Here is a story based on the lives and actions of an actual family, early in twentieth century New Zealand. Then ...... One hundred years later, the dots are joined, and the questions are answered.
Town in a Pumpkin Bash
Author: B. B. Haywood
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101623667
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
In the quaint seaside village of Cape Willington, Maine, Candy Holliday has a mostly idyllic life, tending to the Blueberry Acres farm she runs with her father and occasionally stepping in to solve a murder or two… Halloween is fast approaching, and preparations for the Pumpkin Bash, Cape Willington’s annual autumn festival, are well underway. Candy is running this year’s haunted hayride, in the hopes of making some extra cash. But when she discovers a real dead body near some fake tombstones, Candy’s side job becomes a full-blown investigation to find out who turned a holiday attraction into a real horror show. Will Candy’s keen eye for detail unearth buried town secrets? As her search leads her through old graveyards and a haunted house, Candy will discover that not all of the skeletons hidden in this small town’s closets are Halloween decorations… INCLUDES DELICIOUS RECIPES!
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101623667
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
In the quaint seaside village of Cape Willington, Maine, Candy Holliday has a mostly idyllic life, tending to the Blueberry Acres farm she runs with her father and occasionally stepping in to solve a murder or two… Halloween is fast approaching, and preparations for the Pumpkin Bash, Cape Willington’s annual autumn festival, are well underway. Candy is running this year’s haunted hayride, in the hopes of making some extra cash. But when she discovers a real dead body near some fake tombstones, Candy’s side job becomes a full-blown investigation to find out who turned a holiday attraction into a real horror show. Will Candy’s keen eye for detail unearth buried town secrets? As her search leads her through old graveyards and a haunted house, Candy will discover that not all of the skeletons hidden in this small town’s closets are Halloween decorations… INCLUDES DELICIOUS RECIPES!
Too Late to Apologize
Author: Caroline T. Patti
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1491710128
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
Four years after her brothers death and her parents divorce, things are finally starting to improve for Nettie Gaines. She is singing again, starting high school, and looking forward to a futureone that includes Andrew Wyatt. It has taken a long time for Nettie and Andrew to repair their friendship, but now it has blossomed into something more. Nettie is so grateful that Andrew is back in her life, especially as her mother remarries and her estranged father shows up on her doorstep. Nettie is not the only one whose family has been torn apart. Andrews sister was riding in the car with Netties brother the night he died. But all of that takes a back seat when Andrew is awarded the starting quarterback position on the JV football team. Under pressure from his father and his coaches, Andrew takes the field hoping to finally silence his critics. Meanwhile, two new friends, Derek and Lennon, impact Netties life more than she ever dreamed. Although Nettie and Andrew both feel unstoppable, they are in for the harsh reality that life in high school often brings. In this compelling young adult novela sequel to The World Spins Madly Ontwo high school freshmen must face the consequences when secrets are uncovered that put their relationship to the test.
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1491710128
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
Four years after her brothers death and her parents divorce, things are finally starting to improve for Nettie Gaines. She is singing again, starting high school, and looking forward to a futureone that includes Andrew Wyatt. It has taken a long time for Nettie and Andrew to repair their friendship, but now it has blossomed into something more. Nettie is so grateful that Andrew is back in her life, especially as her mother remarries and her estranged father shows up on her doorstep. Nettie is not the only one whose family has been torn apart. Andrews sister was riding in the car with Netties brother the night he died. But all of that takes a back seat when Andrew is awarded the starting quarterback position on the JV football team. Under pressure from his father and his coaches, Andrew takes the field hoping to finally silence his critics. Meanwhile, two new friends, Derek and Lennon, impact Netties life more than she ever dreamed. Although Nettie and Andrew both feel unstoppable, they are in for the harsh reality that life in high school often brings. In this compelling young adult novela sequel to The World Spins Madly Ontwo high school freshmen must face the consequences when secrets are uncovered that put their relationship to the test.