“Romance...the Way You Dream It”
I live in the rolling hills of Norteast Texas with myfavorite alpha-male, my husband of 44 years. We have two children, fivegrandchildren, and two great granddaughters.
After retiring from my secular profession as a photographicand digital artist, I decided to start a second career. This time, my focus wasnot on making a living, but on following a dream. Always a voracious reader, Idecided to try writing the type of stories I loved to read. With the attitudethat "It's Never Too Late,” I made a five year plan to become published.Five years later, to the month, I realized my goal.
I love to write the character driven stories that speak tothe "Princess" in my heart and the "Warrior" in my soul.
When I’m having trouble with one of those stubborn alphamales or reluctant heroines, I like to take a break from my writing and playwith my fabric. I hate too much pre-plotting in writing and too much structurein sewing. I love to let the fabric’s mood, feel, color, smell, and the play oflight determine what I’ll make that day.
One thing is for sure. I AM NEVER BORED.
BOOK INFORMATION
Title: The OceanBetween
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Publisher: The Wild Rose Press
ISBN: 1-60154-424-3
Available in: Print/eBook
Author’s Locality:Barron’s Book Store, Longview, Texas
Kudos for The OceanBetween:
First Place Winner in TheHeart of Denver’s 2006 “Molly” Contest.
Third Place Winner in TorontoCanada’s Golden Opportunity Contest
Reviews
“I cheered for thecouple and I cried for them. Such emotion is truly only wrought from a wizardwith words and storytelling.” Review posted at Mindy’s Minding Spot Blog
“This is a book thatwill remain on my shelf to be re-read!” Review posted at My Guilty Pleasures Blog
“I found myselflaughing, angry at times and even crying because the book is that good. I wasso engrossed in the story that I found myself thinking and wondering what wasgoing to happen next when I was not reading it.” Review posted at My Not So Hurried Life Blog.
<p>This second book in <em>The Seekers</em> dystopian series continues the story started in the critically-acclaimed <em>The Children of Darkness</em>, winner of the <strong>Pinnacle Book Achievement Award, Summer 2015 - Best Book in the Category of SCIENCE FICTION</strong>, and winner of the <strong>Awesome Indies Seal of Excellence</strong>....</p><h1><strong><em>The Stuff of Stars</em> by David Litwack</strong></h1><p>Evolved Publishing presents the second book in the new dystopian series <em>The Seekers</em>. [DRM-Free]</p><h2><em style="font-size:13px;line-height:1.6em;">“But what are we without dreams?”</em></h2><p>Against all odds, Orah and Nathaniel have found the keep and revealed the truth about the darkness, initiating what they hoped would be a new age of enlightenment. But the people were more set in their ways than anticipated, and a faction of vicars whispered in their ears, urging a return to traditional ways.</p><p>Desperate to keep their movement alive, Orah and Nathaniel cross the ocean to seek the living descendants of the keepmasters’ kin. Those they find on the distant shore are both more and less advanced than expected.</p><p>The seekers become caught between the two sides, and face the challenge of bringing them together to make a better world. The prize: a chance to bring home miracles and a more promising future for their people. But if they fail this time, they risk not a stoning but losing themselves in the twilight of a never-ending dream.</p><p><strong>Be sure to start with the first book in this series, the multiple award-winning <em>The Children of Darkness</em>. And don't miss David's award-winning speculative saga, <em>The Daughter of the Sea and the Sky</em></strong></p>
Have you ever scanned rows of books, never to find that special something that would spark your interest? Not that you haven't enjoyed zillions of books by many talented writers, but that one story that hovers at the edge of your imagination, just isn't to be found. That's when I decided to write the story myself. the one only I could write. I hope my readers enjoy the reading as much as I enjoyed the writing.
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Kudos for The Ocean Between:</strong></p><p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><strong>First Place Winner</strong> in <em>The Heart of Denver’s 2006 “Molly” Contest.</em></p><p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Third Place Winner</strong> in <em>Toronto Canada’s Golden Opportunity Contest</em></p><p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><strong>Reviews</strong></p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span></span>"A TRULY SPECTACULAR STORY IN A BREATHTAKING ROMANTIC ADVENTURE!", September 23, 2009 </p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing"></p><br /><table class="MsoNormalTable" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td style="padding:0in;" valign="top"> <p class="MsoNoSpacing">By </p> </td> <td style="padding:0in;"> <p class="MsoNoSpacing"><a></a><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/pdp/profile/A2SQJPUCZNHMZE/ref=cm_cr_rdp_pdp"><span>Geraldine Ahearn "Author Geri Ahearn"<span></span></span><span></span></a></p> </td> </tr><tr><td style="padding:0in;" valign="top"><br /></td> <td style="padding:0in;"><br /></td> </tr><tr><td style="padding:0in;" valign="top"><br /></td> <td style="padding:0in;"><br /></td> </tr></tbody></table><p class="MsoNoSpacing"></p><br /><p class="MsoNoSpacing">It has been noted for decades that in the world of romance and relationships, opposites attract, and statistics have shown that many still believe it. Unfortunately, this is a myth for Victoria Ballard, even though her prince charming is tall, dark and handsome. However, the reason why this is a myth in Victoria's situation is because she was forced to marry Prince Rashid Davar, through a marriage contract that was made between her father, and Rashid. Victoria's father, who was the light of her life, agreed on the contract to ensure his peace of mind, prior to his passing. He wanted his daughter to be in good hands. </p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing"></p><br /><p class="MsoNoSpacing">Although his intentions were loving and caring for his daughter's well-being, a forced marriage left Victoria in total devastation, especially when Rashid was the type of man she feared. To make matters worse, she had no intentions to engage in a relationship, or consider marriage. She worked hard, and devoted her life to climbing the ladder of success. She achieved, and her goals and dreams were to continue to improve her career as a New York financial executive. Her father, her career, and her independence meant everything to her, until her entire world fell apart. </p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing"></p><br /><p class="MsoNoSpacing">How does Victoria survive in a forced marriage, with a man she wants to run from, who is known to her as ruthless? Does Victoria and Rashid find love, or a dangerous affair? What tragedy happened in Victoria's life that she takes the blame for? What happened to Victoria's brother? How far does Victoria go with her resentment to Rashid? Why was Victoria determined to reach the top of her father's corporation? </p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing"></p><br /><p class="MsoNoSpacing">I highly recommend this novel to all Contemporary Romance lovers and to those who enjoy adventure, combined with drama. Lynda Coker created a plot that draws the reader's attention from page-to-page with vivid imagery in a powerfully moving story of love, betrayal, and redemption. The title fits the story like a glove, the characters come to life, and the adventure is filled with challenges as two cultures clash. "THE OCEAN BETWEEN" is as heartbreaking as NOW & FOREVER and contains as much shifting drama as Danielle Steel's KALIDOSCOPE, with Jaclyn Smith, and Perry King.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><strong><br /></strong></p><p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><em>“I cheered for the couple and I cried for them. Such emotion is truly only wrought from a wizard with words and storytelling.”<span> </span></em>Review<em> posted at Mindy’s Minding Spot Blog</em></p><p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><em>“This is a book that will remain on my shelf to be re-read!”</em> Review posted at <em>My Guilty Pleasures Blog</em></p><p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><em>“I found myself laughing, angry at times and even crying because the book is that good. I was so engrossed in the story that I found myself thinking and wondering what was going to happen next when I was not reading it.” </em>Review posted at<em> My Not So Hurried Life Blog.</em></p><p></p>