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New Spotlight Interview With Multi-Award-Winning Novelist Kim Carter, Who Will Release a New Mystery Early Fall. And a Free E-book…

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About The Author

Kim Carter is a multi-award-winning author and critically acclaimed writer of gripping suspense, chilling thrillers, and haunting historical mysteries.

Ms. Carter is widely known for her vibrant characters in her Clara and Iris Mystery series, a couple of overly curious widows who turn into private investigators. These funny women were inspired by Kim’s mother and her mom’s best friend. Book one of this series, Murder Among The Tombstones, was chosen Finalist for the 2018 Killer Nashville Silver Falchion Award and a recipient of the 2017 TCK Publishers’ Readers’ Choice Award.

Ms. Carter’s Mysteries and literary works include; “Sweet Dreams, Baby Belle,” When Dawn Never Comes, Deadly Odds (chosen Editor’s Pick in Books Shelf Magazine in 2022), No Second Chances, ‘And The Forecast Called For Rain,’ and her newest mystery Dark Secrets of the Bayou. “Bayou” has been awarded a Reader’s Favorite Editorial 5-Star Review, also chosen #1 Finalist for Best Historical Mystery from Reader’s Favorite 2021 book awards, and was awarded a 2021 Killer Nashville Finalist for The Silver Falchion Awards. In 2022 “Bayou” was chosen by The Author Shout Book Awards as a Recommended Read.

All of Kim’s novels can be purchased online at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, BAM, and Indie Bound. Kim’s writing career started after she suffered an illness that made her housebound for a couple of years. An avid reader of mystery novels herself, she embarked on writing to fill her time. Kim’s health struggles and successes have been chronicled on Lifetime Television in early 2000, in The Atlanta-Journal Constitution, Women’s Day Magazine, and Guidepost.

Now, with seven acclaimed mystery titles to her credit, Kim worked in many different capacities in county government. Still, her job as a correctional officer ultimately offered her opportunities to talk and interact with a diverse group of people. Her experiences run the gamete from inspiring success stories to tragic endings as she writes within her mysteries.

Kim began networking and made connections with numerous homicide detectives, medical examiners, and prison officials. Her research has taken her to many places, including morgues, death row, and the occasional midnight visit to cemeteries to gain material for her novels. Kim is a Saint Leo University college graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. She is an avid reader and has raised three successful grown children. Kim and her new pup Wally reside outside Atlanta, GA.

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** Readers can now download FREE Book One of “A Clara and Iris Mystery” series titled “Sweet Dreams, Baby Belle” beginning JULY 27th thru JULY 31st, 2023, on Amazon Kindle! **
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** Exclusive Interview with Kim Carter **

When did you start writing?

I started writing after an illness left me homebound for a couple of years. It was very therapeutic, but I never dreamed they’d be published.



What makes writing your passion?

Writing is very much like reading a really good book. It takes you away to another place. Often times I’m unaware of how my characters manifest themselves into the opposite of what I’d envisioned them becoming. They seem to take on a life of their own, so I simply follow their lead.


What was the feeling when you published your first book?

Oh wow! I quickly learned that writing a book is just the beginning of the process. The cover, the edits, and the ‘dreaded synopsis’ are to follow, along with other details. But there is no feeling like it in the world than holding your own book in your hands – the culmination of so much work, blood, sweat, and tears… But the hardest of all is saying goodbye to the characters that have become friends.


What’s the story behind your choice of characters?

The characters of Iris and Clara are based on real-life characters – and allow me to stretch these characters! My mother and her friend of fifty years were an absolute hoot, just as Clara and Iris are, and I enjoyed writing about them because it brings back such fond memories of being blessed with spending time with them. They were first introduced in my first two novels, Sweet Dreams, Baby Belle, and Murder Among The Tombstones, everyone loved them.

They were meant to be bit parts, but they clearly stole the show, making a series a no-brainer. I just finished the third book of this series, and I hope my reader fans will enjoy reading the next installment. It will be titled “Root Of All Evil.”


What annoys you the most in pursuing a writing career?

Oh, I have no right to complain about anything, but since you are giving me the opportunity – haaaa, It would be rude to turn you down. Being a writer that works from home, no one thinks you have a real job, and making you available at all times. Everyone is under the hysterical illusion that published authors are rich and famous.
Still trying to figure that one out. A real head-scratcher… Lol.



How do you get over the “writer’s block”?

I believe writing, by far, is the easiest part. Most of my time is spent rolling ideas around in my head and putting them on paper, which inevitably ends up with me painting myself in a corner and trying to find a feasible and believable way out.
(Can you say – a run-on sentence? Geez.) The easiest way for me to get back on track is usually to take a short trip to research something I’m writing about. It rejuvenates my mind, and I keep going.


What advice would you give to new authors?

My friends, family, and my publicist are always great encouragers which is a huge help.

But I have to say that my biggest inspiration is hearing from my fans and how much they’ve enjoyed a particular book or that they’re anxiously awaiting a new release. My advice for new authors is this business takes tough skin. Unfortunately, I don’t have it.

There will inevitably be people that may not like your work, and that’s okay. Some people will not like your particular genre or may simply just not like your writing. Write for those who do, but most of all, write for the love of writing. If you don’t love what you do, it’ll be challenging to be successful.


Do you read your book reviews? How do you deal with the bad ones?

Yes, I do read my reviews, and like I said earlier, I’m very thin-skinned. I do, however, appreciate constructive criticism. I realize not everyone is going to be a Kim Carter fan or even a mystery fan, so I try to take it in stride.

I once got an Amazon one-star which really hit me hard. I felt like – “Hey, don’t I get something for the effort? When you write an entire book, how much are you sacrificing your scruples to give a writer two stars? Good Grief.”

It took a while to get over that one, but I soon realized I couldn’t just throw in the towel every time someone didn’t like my work.



How do you feel when people appreciate your work or recognize you in public?

It’s the most incredible feeling. I’ll never forget one day I was meeting my sister in an office supply store. She came up to me and loudly said, “You’re Kim Carter! And you look so normal!” We got quite a kick out of that! But I have to admit it’s quite the high to have someone recognize me and talk about the books I’ve written.

Although, if I must confess, I have a limited social life – I’m either at the grocery store, an antique store, or Goodwill, finding something to DIY. Since all those places are close to my home, I rarely put on make-up as I rush out the door for a quick trip. I look nothing like the beautiful photoshoot pics, more like someone that just rolled out of bed! LOL.


What’s the dream? Whom would you like to be as big as?

Wouldn’t we all love to be a legend like Stephen King?
What a brilliant mind! I am under no illusions that my writing can stand up to any of my favorites, so I am satisfied doing what I love and having the people that read my novels enjoy them. A little money would be nice, too. Maybe a Netflix series for “Clara and Iris, or two or three… I told you I was comical!


And lastly, share a secret with us… 🤗

Technically, it will no longer be one if I share a secret. Want to know what I treated myself to with my first royalty check? I had been wanting the Ove Glove for quite a while, as seen on TV. !! Thank goodness I’m a simple person!


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Special Guest Author Kaden James Shares An Invite For A  “2-Day Immersive Experience” Blog Post That Will Show You How. . . Enjoy!

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2-Day Immersive Experiences

NOT ONE DAY – NOT SOMEDAY – 2-DAY

Join me for a life-altering 2-Day coaching intensive, where we embark on a transformative journey designed to empower and elevate your life. Together, we will meet anywhere on Earth with WiFi, creating an immersive and personalized experience that combines coaching, exploration, adventure, delicious food, fun, and self-discovery in a unique and unforgettable way.

THESE TWO DAYS ARE DEDICATED TO YOU!

This image was taken while on a retreat in Tulum, Mexico.



You will be Seen, Heard and Celebrated: It’s all too rare these days that we get the tailored approach to growth and personal development. We can be lost in the pack or feel like we are on our own…

That’s where I come in, I will be there to guide you through this adventure of a lifetime! With this experience we will explore a beautiful destination and also your hearts deepest desires. Together we will uncover the blocks and challenges that live within and connect with your power so you can achieve your greatest life.

~Kaden James, Life Coaching



Now, Cat wants you to INVEST IN YOURSELF & VISIT Kaden’s Website/Blog To Follow The 2-Day Instructions he has laid out and ENJOY!
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Because as Kaden Shares, we need to invest in Self-Care and Self-Love too. . .

INVESTMENT IN YOURSELF:

“This investment for the personalized 2-day coaching retreat will depend on factors such as travel arrangements, accommodation, destination, and program customization. During the initial consultation, we will gather information to create a detailed proposal with investment details tailored to your preferences and needs.

Embark on this extraordinary journey of self-discovery and empowerment, and let’s create an unforgettable coaching experience that will set the stage for your incredible future.

Together, we will unlock your true potential and pave the way for a fulfilling and purposeful life.”



You may connect with Kaden as he is available for one on one Life Coaching, and here is what you will gain by doing so! > https://www.kadenjames.com/coaching


WHAT YOU GAIN FROM COACHING

  • A life coach saves you time. Time is your most valuable asset. You can always make more money, but you can not make more time. I will help you save time by helping you uncover what drives you, and where your real passion is and help you get on the path to living in this passion which will keep you feeling younger, healthier, and happier.
  • Coaches help you uncover limiting beliefs that you may be unaware of that can hold you back from moving forward with your life. After we uncover these negative thoughts that limit you, your coach will help you replace these thoughts with new uplifting thoughts that will help you rise to your full potential.
  • A great coach will help you gain clarity on your life, helping you uncover what truly matters, and will bring you a heightened level of peace. 
  • Coaches provide accountability and give you that extra push we all need sometimes to get to that next level. 
  • Effective coaches help people overcome fears to gain their ideal life. 
  • It’s our job to help you get your life in order. Any area you struggle with from finances, romantic relationships, career, or personal development we help you create a life of abundance and fulfillment.








Congrats To Our Author Candace Gish & Her New Anthology, Book 2 Has Been Awarded 5-Star Editorial Book Reviews By Reader’s Favorite.

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Our Mothers, Our Daughters

Our Mothers, Our Daughters

Divas That Care Collection

by Candace Gish

Non-Fiction – Anthology – Contributing Authors

Kindle Edition – https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BZ59BSBN

Reviewed on 04/25/2023

Reviewed by Emily-Jane Hills Orford for Readers’ Favorite

Our Mothers, Our Daughters by Candace Gish reminds us that the relationship shared between mother and daughter is deep. It’s not always positive, but it defines the identity of both mother and daughter and the way that the world sees them. We grow together and learn together and, for better or worse, we create ourselves in the image of the other. It’s like a road trip, one that takes many dips and turns and leads us, hopefully, to a positive and pre-destined place. As Jacqueline Biollo writes in her story, Alethea, “Metaphorically, road trips, like relationships, can be expensive.

They take time and energy to foster. But with some planning, we can successfully navigate the road ahead and avoid some bumps along the way. Relationships can be adventurous and advantageous to exploring new things, building confidence, and making memories.” Simply put, life and relationships are journeys we must take that will lead us to places unknown.

Candace Gish’s book, Our Mothers, Our Daughters, is an anthology of stories honoring the mother-daughter dynamic. This book is part of the Divas That Care Collection, bringing together the positive and the negative (and the most loving and challenging) connections that define who we are. The stories feature three distinct themes: Connection, Inner Self, and Unconditional Love. The accounts are meant to inspire all of us mothers and daughters as we embark on the mission of bonding and love (or, sadly, the lack thereof). Some of the stories may spark a similar memory in the reader’s mother-daughter relationship. The narratives are accompanied by prompts and suggestions to further strengthen, or at least comprehend, the complexity that makes up our own stories.

Through the words of other mothers and daughters, this anthology will both inspire and encourage all of us to look deeper into our emotions as we make that poignant, sometimes difficult, journey.



Reviewed by Jamie Michele for Readers’ Favorite

Our Mothers, Our Daughters: The Stories That Make And Create Our Lives (Divas That Care Collection) is an anthology of non-fiction stories that revolve around maternal relationships and the ties that bind mothers and daughters. The collection has multiple individual authors who share a slice of their stories with the contributions having been pulled together into its present book format by Candace Gish.

The stories range from the inspiring My Daughter, My Valentine by Brenda Pearce in which the author, who thought she couldn’t have more kids, feels an overwhelming desire for a baby while admiring a newborn girl at work. Weeks later, she discovers she’s pregnant and gives birth to a healthy baby girl on Valentine’s Day, whom she considers a miracle and a gift from the Divine; to A Study in Golden Rule and Persistence by Rosanna Pittella, wherein Pittella recounts her decision to send her gifted daughter Jessica to school at 18 months old, despite opposition from others. Jessica thrived and went on to earn three degrees.

All told, Our Mothers, Our Daughters by Candace Gish contains over two dozen stories that each pack a huge heartwarming punch despite their compact sizes. I like that the stories are categorized into three distinct and interconnected parts: Connection, Inner-Self, and Unconditional Love. I was most touched by My Beautiful Miracle by Jennifer Herron who reflects on the joys and challenges of raising her daughter Lauren, who was born premature and faced health and developmental obstacles.

Through their journey together, Herron has learned the importance of embracing uniqueness and adapting to the unknown, and she feels truly blessed to have learned so much from her daughter. All of the stories are polished and wonderfully composed, and I loved that each section ends with action steps, journal prompts, and affirmations. I walked away from this collection feeling whole and happy and completely fulfilled.

Very highly recommended.


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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

“Candace is a best-selling Canadian Author from Alberta. She is a wife, homeschool mom, author, “Radio Host, Entrepreneur, and Change Maker. Living life to the fullest!“


Full Bio:

Candace Gish is a motivator and empowering change agent who understands the challenges women face while finding success in their everyday lives and businesses. She is an advocate for mentorship and strong, supportive networks.

Her four daughters and wonderful husband have inspired her to create a better world, thus the Divas That Care Network was born. Candace enjoys connecting with goal-oriented women and has a commitment to making a difference. She believes in the power of women converging to implement change and has ensured that the purpose of the Divas That Care movement quantifies just that.


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On Sale Now for Mother’s Day! Both E-books in this collection are now on sale on Amazon Kindle and have HIT #1 on Amazon Canada in several categories>> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09QQP4DRJ/ …


HAPPY READING!






New In-Depth Interview With Best-Selling Novelist Pavane Ravel. The Backstory of How “The Other Shoes of Larry Martin” Novel Series Has Come To Life…

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New Literary Fiction Novel Series By Pavane Ravel.

An In-depth Interview About The Backstory of How The Series Came To Be…

Newly Released on Amazon in Paperback and E-Books on Sale At Amazon Kindle for Just .99 cents! https://www.amazon.com/stores/Pavane-Ravel/author/B09QLNP5RN/



Interview with Author Pavane Ravel

How many books have you written and which is your favorite?

So far, I have written seven complete novels.

This includes my first book which I wrote as a teenager just for me. I have always wanted to be a fiction novelist. At a young age, the only way I could discover if my dream was feasible was to actively write a novel. I wrote at night when I was supposed to be in bed and rested for high school in the morning.

My first book was 300 handwritten pages and took me 5 years to write. When it was finished, I put it in a drawer and never looked back. But I had my answer.

I love all my books; they are my creation and like my children.

When I began the first book (Revelation of Lies) of my Larry Martin Novel Series — The Other Shoes of Larry Martin” — I had no clue the work would turn into a series. Prior to writing this book, I had just finished my second novel, “Hepplewhite.” I had planned to publish Hepplewhite, but then, Larry Martin got in the way.

Much to my family’s alarm, I was obsessed with “Revelation of Lies.” I could not stop writing, not even when we were on vacation at the beach. I hardly ate or slept. I came close to ruining our vacation. But still, I could not stop. I did not want to stop.

If I had to choose my favorite books of what I have written, they would be Book One, Revelation of Lies, and Book Five, Revenge Served Cold, of the Larry Martin series.    
    

If you’re planning a sequel, can you share a tiny bit about your plans for it?

The Other Shoes of Larry Martin will be a seven-book series. Currently, I am writing Book Six. I do have an idea for the title of this novel, but as I am not settled on it yet, I won’t mention it.

I am happy to say that the first two books of the series are now published. I plan for Book Three, The Board Extraction, to come out at the end of this year.

Do you want each book to stand on its own, or are you trying to build a body of work with connections between each book?

Yes, I want each book to stand on its own. For readers who have not read the previous books in the series, I try to provide some background of what’s happening in the opening of each book.

All the books are connected though. They are one long story of Larry Martin’s life. His outlook. Why he does what he does. His metaphysical approach to life. Larry is a uniquely progressive character.  

How did you come up with the title for your book?

In Book One, Revelation of Lies, Larry starts off as an awful person. He is part of the Incel community and a misogynist. I never saw him as evil, just misguided.

He was raised by an abusive father who hated everyone … women, gays, and minorities. This was all Larry knew. Before graduating college, he got a job as a journalist with a cruel alt-right website. Larry’s job was to mock the poor and homeless. And after he got fired and became homeless himself — everything he despised — he had a revelation of all the lies that had brought him down this sad path. Hence, the title.

In Book Two, On Becoming Laurie Roberts, Larry has changed his life so radically by embracing kindness, he’s managed to become an entirely different person. And this is where his life alters in the best of ways. After beings adopted by a wealthy architect, his transformation becomes complete. Larry Martin becomes Laurie Roberts. The book is about this transformation. Hence, the title. But it is not an easy ride. Laurie does the best he can and he is brilliant. But the betrayal of the men he loves the most nearly destroys him. 

     

How long did it take you to write this book?

Ah. Well. Right now, we are talking about two different books. Revelation of Lies took me three months in a concerted effort to write. ‘On Becoming Laurie Roberts’ took me five months to accomplish.

Like anyone else, in all this, I still have other responsibilities. I am often distracted to please my family and clean the house. My family is settled with me writing now. That’s a good thing. They help me in every way. But I still must break from my writing to get other things done. I find myself slowing down now. Books Three, Four, and Five are written, so I can rest a bit too. 


What does the title mean?

I create my titles in direct correlation to something happening in my book. I often finish a book before I select a title.

For example, as I mentioned, I am writing Book Six of the series now. While I do have an idea, I would rather wait and see if there is something specific I can select for an even tighter title. I like specifics. 

‘Revelation of Lies’ and ‘Becoming Laurie Roberts were specific to what occurred in those books.

What did you learn when writing the book?

Ha! This question is like asking a brain surgeon, “What did you learn in medical school?”

Okay. Here’s how I feel. Or perhaps, the best way to say so is from a 5-star review from Kevin Terres M. on Barnes and Noble:

“Larry is some kind of odd study between cruelty v. kindness, laziness v. self-discipline, and internal strength v. fragility. There is something profound going on here.”

Or from Armando Rodriquez on Amazon, another 5-star review:

“Although fictitious, Pavane develops a character that symbolizes hope for humanity.”   

Hope for humanity? Did you ever? Yes, I did mean that, but to accomplish it in a reader’s eyes is a truly wonderful thing.

I believe that people are starved for kindness. I believe people can forget how powerful kindness can be.

Most of us in America live in a world of cruelty. Our rights are being stripped from voters, women, gay and trans communities as well as minorities. The costs of living are escalating out of control. Homelessness is growing. The billionaires are reaping it all while too many are hungry. The costs of healthcare remain frightening. Medical bankruptcy is on the rise and the expense of senior living has become astronomical.         

How do we live? How do we survive? How do we teach people what is happening in a simple way that can be understood?

Through a story. And that’s what Larry Martin is … just a story, not a dissertation or a lecture. I wanted to cover these societal issues in a way that’s easy to understand.     
   

What surprised you the most?

While I don’t plot my books from start to finish, I do make internal notes of details and directions to keep my story straight. So, most of the time, I think I know what’s going to happen. It always surprises me when I don’t see something coming, yet it’s far better than what I originally intended.

Have you ever killed off a character your readers loved?

Yes. This is a good example of a surprise. There is a character I love. I had plotted future scenes involving this character deeper into the series. I thought I knew where the story was headed, but none of it happened. Yes, my character died, even as I understood why. Book 5 emerged from that why. I have not offered this novel to readers yet, but the death caused my editor to cry. He was surprised and shocked. Since the loss was not predictable, he was truly saddened. If he had such a reaction, I know it will be the same for my readers. 

What do you do to get inside your character’s head?

When I am writing, I am watching a movie in my mind. That’s the best way I can describe it. I am transcribing a mental movie. I see things through Larry Martin’s eyes. I know what he thinks and what he feels. I understand how he sees the world around him and his approach to that world in response.  

It’s interesting to me that Larry is far more intelligent than I am. I don’t try to control him; he shows me what he wants. And he is very direct about it.

      

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR


Pavane Ravel is an acclaimed influential writer of political literary fiction and is the author of her introductory novel series, “The Other Shoes of Larry Martin” with book one released in Oct. 2021 titled “Revelation of Lies” and book two titled “On Becoming Laurie Roberts” in Feb. 2023. Ravel’s books are available for purchase on her official website (pavaneravel.com), Amazon Books, and Amazon Kindle while being featured in many fine online books and reader sites.

Ravel has always wanted to be a full-time writer and finally has reached the point in life where that dream is a reality. She traveled extensively over the years and has seen nearly the entire United States, much of Canada, Europe, and some of South and Central America. Pavane also studied political science and journalism at universities in the United States and Europe.

Pavane is happily married and has raised successful grown children. She enjoys discussing economics after working as a commodities broker. She and her family reside in New York, and she shares her time concentrating on family, close friends, and writing. She also continues to enjoy international traveling.

For Pavane, who is passionate about politics and societal issues, these books and series are an important story to tell. Larry Martin is also a truly complex and fascinating character as a unique progressive hero.

Pavane enjoys humor and loves to engage and connect with readers. She welcomes readers’ thoughts and comments through her website.

You may connect with her on social media!

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Cat Welcomes First-Time Author of Literary Fiction, Ms. E. Ann Brown, and Her New Book Release Titled ‘Forever Kind of Love’ Now On E-Book Sale. . .

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About Author Ms. E. Ann Brown

Ms. E. Ann Brown is an American author and influential writer of literary fiction after retiring as a primary school educator. The author released her first book, ‘Forever Kind of Love,’ in Jan. 2023, and available on Amazon in both e-book and paperback versions.

Ms. Brown’s formal education background was in the field of education, but she considers herself a lifelong learner and has studied many other areas and interests. Brown is a spiritually oriented person who sees the world from a positive perspective and conveys her perspective in her writings.

She is a proud mother who has raised four beautiful grown children as she home-schooled them and went on to a home-school consulting business where she developed chosen curriculum plans for other families. Writing has been a natural part of her life since she was an adolescent babysitter making up stories while babysitting on the spur of the moment. She has always been a storyteller throughout her life.

When she is not writing, she enjoys spending time with her family as she is a loving grandmother and great-grandmother. Born and lived many years on East Coast, she now resides in the beautiful Pacific Northwest in Southern Oregon.



ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0BJ7TQYQQ
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Elizabeth Alleyne (October 14, 2022)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 178
 Family Life Fiction (Books)
 Literary Fiction ~ New E-Book on Sale at $1.99




About Forever Kind of Love is Available On Amazon

A random statement made in response to a loving question turned out to be prophetic, unknowingly. If you read the story you will find out how. You will rejoice, you will laugh, and you will cry. You will be amazed, and you will be disappointed. But isn’t that what happens in our real lives?

Bad things do happen to good people, and people of faith seem to persevere and ultimately experience a good outcome. This story has many life situations that are very challenging, but because of the love the two main characters have for each other, they were able to persevere and prevail.

After becoming empty nesters for only a short time, a surprise they never would have anticipated came to bless their lives more than they could have imagined. Sharing their life with someone else’s children because of their misfortune was heartwarming and a blessing for all concerned. Illness has a way of wiggling into our lives, often without warning, but it does not have to defeat us. These situations can end up making us stronger in faith than we were before. Happy endings are always encouraging.
Read and enjoy!



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Best-Selling Author Barbara Daniels Dena Celebrates 2023 With A New Book & Pre-order Sale, an Upcoming Free E-Book Giveaway, & Awarded a 5-Star Reader’s Favorite Book Review. . .

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Now, what a way to kick off a brand new year for Author Barbara Daniels Dena!

Her second book titled “One Soul’s Journey” Book Two of ‘The Soul Series’ is currently on pre-order and available on Amazon to release on Jan. 25th, 2023. >> http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BR1ZTKJQ <<<

And that’s not all! She will celebrate her new release by offering Book One of the series titled “For The Soul” for a free giveaway that will begin on JAN. 20th, 2023 and run through JAN. 25th, 2023!

More amazing news? Barbara’s new book has just been awarded a Reader’s Favorite 5-Star editorial book review before it has even been released which I’ll be sharing next.

It will give my reader’s a good insight as to how delightful her second collection of short stories is!




The Reader’s Favorite 5-Star Book Review for “ONE SOUL’S JOURNEY” Book Two


For immediate release:

The author’s new book receives a warm literary welcome.

Readers’ Favorite announces the review of the Fiction – Anthology book “One Soul’s Journey” by Barbara Daniels Dena, currently available at http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BR1ZTKJQ.

Reviewed By Pikasho Deka for Readers’ Favorite

“One Soul’s Journey is the second collection of short slice-of-life stories by Barbara Daniels Dena. Containing both fictional and autobiographical tales, this anthology is an original piece of work covering decades of the author’s life experiences. The book begins with Dena sharing anecdotes from her childhood, witnessing the Jim Crow laws in effect during the late 50s and early 60s in Arkansas.

Some of the other tales include a little girl and her mother losing her baby sister with chaotic ramifications, the life of an Irish Setter at a dog rescue center, a mother and son volunteering as dressed mascots at the local zoo, striking up a burgeoning friendship with her first customer at the flower shop, delivering flowers to the wrong address, and many more.

If you love to read heartwarming and wholesome short stories, One Soul’s Journey is a must-read for you. Barbara Daniels Dena’s smooth prose and skillful storytelling style make the narrative a breeze. Complemented by some truly fascinating tales, it makes for a fantastic reading experience. Dena has a way with words that will have readers engaged from the outset, and some of the stories have revelations thrown in along the way that will leave you pleasantly surprised.

These stories have underlying themes of compassion, kindness, and love and highlight how helping others can go a long way to making you feel fulfilled. I had a wonderful time reading the book and recommend it to anyone who is looking to raise their spirits through a relaxing read.”

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:


Barbara Daniels Dena is an American best-selling author and influential writer of her eclectic short stories in ‘The Soul Series.’

The author’s stories are almost a memoir and are a unique collection of inspiring short stories of ‘good ole fashioned living,’ along with many past and present memories and life experiences that tug on the heart, warming stories, and fictional tall tales and doggie tails delighting readers worldwide. The books are available on Amazon Books, Kindle, and many fine online book sites.

Barbara began writing at an early age as a lover of “Make-Believe.” Today, her writing has developed from memories of family experiences, various compilations of events in her life, and her love of animals. She is willing to admit that her vivid imagination plays a role in her stories. The author is an Illinois native who has lived in many places; as Barb says, like a free-spirited “Gypsy,” she has lived and worked in Illinois, Washington, Idaho, and Georgia, but Ultimately, comes home settling back in the Quad Cities area of Illinois.

She is a proud mother of two grown children. She was a business owner, ran a Temp Agency, transitioned into her passion for floral design, and opened, owned, and ran several floral shops. Her favorite flower is the “Casablanca Lily.” Her favorite color is Red, and when she isn’t writing, Barbara spends her free time oil painting and enjoys quilting, knitting, and reading.

Her favorite book is “Death Be Not Proud” by John J. Gunther. Her first love will always be playing with her fur baby; a little Yorkie named Zoe. She continues to write from her cozy nook as she gazes over a pond full of geese and ducks. On many days it is more gazing than writing.




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