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Shirley Kiger Connolly

Shirley Kiger Connolly

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Award winning author, Shirley Kiger Connolly, daughter of 1940s crime writer, CH KIGER, enjoys penning historical fiction romances. In her spare time, Shirley writes books filled with lighthearted reflections and is a line and content editor. She majored in English and Journalism, and is a graduate of ICL. As one of the winners of the 2014 OKRW-IDA awards for SECOND TIME PROMISE, Shirley was also nominated for the RONE award with THAT IMPOSSIBLE DREAM which also joined in the finals for the CAROLYN AWARDS through RWA. Shirley's SAY GOODBYE TO YESTERDAY finalized in the OKRWA-IDA in 2012. Her NOT QUITE AN ANGEL novel became a finalist for the 2015 RONE awards. Shirley and her husband reside on the beautiful Southern Coast of North Carolina. Readers can visit her anytime on her blogs, at her Author Page on Facebook, or over on Twitter.

A Penny for Your Thoughts

A Penny for Your Thoughts

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<p>Have you ever loved, been loved, been confused about love, or suffered from loss of love? All these feelings have been captured and shared in the words of heartfelt poems, compiled over many years by a former teacher and award-winning author.</p><p>Sherrill S. Cannon now shares her thoughts in this book of feelings. &quot;As a teacher, I used poetry to help counsel many troubled teens and friends, and have continued this pattern throughout the years.&quot;</p><p>There are three sections in her book: Heads, Spinning, and Tails ... (Love &amp; Loss: Coin Toss?). The variety of lyrical poetry forms include free verse, blank verse, haiku, and sonnets. Some poems are simply plays on words.</p><p><strong>A Sign</strong></p><p>In the depths of my winter</p><p>I heard a small bird -</p><p>Braving the cold,</p><p>Bringing the word.</p><p>He gave my heart hope</p><p>As I heard him sing -</p><p>Three little notes</p><p>Promising spring.</p><p>Sherrill S. Cannon, a former teacher and grandmother of 10, is the author of nine acclaimed rhymed children's stories that have received 48 national and international book awards between 2011 and 2017. Also a playwright with seven published plays for elementary school children, her works have been performed internationally in over 20 countries. Most of her children's books try to teach something, such as good manners and caring for others. Married for 57 years, she and her spouse are now retired, live in Pennsylvania, and travel in their RV from coast to coast, spending time with their children and grandchildren.</p><p><strong>Publisher's website: </strong> http: //sbprabooks.com/SherrillSCannon</p><p> </p>

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&quot;With clarity and honesty, Shirley Kiger Connolly pens a book that encourages and gently challenges readers in their walk with the Lord. Readers will enjoy the journey through Scripture and appreciate Shirley's transparency and thoughtful insights. I See God on the Narrow Road is a must read!&quot; ~ Penny Zeller, Author of McKenzie and Kaydie and 77 Ways Your Family Can Make a Difference.<br /><br />&quot;In I See God on the Narrow Road, Shirley Kiger Connolly shares personal experiences, meaningful Scripture verses, and practical exercises that help us find our way through this journey of faith. You'll learn through her insight and will be encouraged to consider your own walk as you draw closer to God.&quot; ~ Missy Tippens, Author and Pastor's Wife, A Family for Faith, A Forever Christmas.<br />