Tag: writing
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Read “Independence Day,” My Short Story In This Month’s News and Views
On a Wednesday night, Selena Epting wanted nothing more than to simply get home and plop into bed after a long day’s work. However, the next day she planned to host a birthday party for her niece, and, as would most of us, she waited until the last minute to buy the necessities. Thus, Selena…
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Cowboys: A Father’s Day Story – My June News and Views Short Story
Ron Irlam sits in his den with his wife, waiting for his son to arrive for Father’s Day. But why is Ron so upset, and why does Ron behave so cantankerously every year even though he desperately loves his son? I’ll give you a hint: it involves cowboys. To discover Ron’s predicament, read “Cowboys: A…
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Love and Obstacles by Aleksandar Hemon – A Book Review
Made up of eight interconnected short stories, Love and Obstacles details various aspects of a Bosnian’s life as he begins in Sarajevo as a child and then, due to horrific warfare, lives in Chicago as an adult. While each story has moments of great depth and even greater hilarity, I must admit that I found…
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Mother’s Day – My May News and Views Short Story
“Mother’s Day” features Ursula Buckley, an elderly woman suffering from arthritic knees. She can hear her dog, Lady, and Lady’s newborn pups beneath her trailer during a torrential thunderstorm, and their panic at the flooding den they all inhabit breaks Ursula’s heart. But why isn’t Lady getting them out? And if Lady can’t help them,…
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You Must Read Marilyn Best’s Work
I know a wonderful lady in North Carolina named Marilyn Best. I met Marilyn because she is my brother’s mother-in-law, and I instantly liked her. Marilyn is hilarious, tough, smart, and honest. Best of all? She’s also a book lover. I’ve had many interesting conversations with Marilyn about books, specifically in regards to Stephen King.…
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Visit Me At Illinois Central College On April 15th
Illinois Central College was kind enough to invite me to speak during National Library Week. I’m honored to be among their special guests and hope you can attend. Here’s their official write-up found at: http://icc.edu/facultyStaff/eNews_story.asp?id=1757 “The ICC Library presents… Scott Foley — A personal discussion and book signing Wednesday, April 15 10 – 11 am…
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“No Words” – My Short Story In March’s News And Views For The Young At Heart
“No Words” is the story of Janis, an elderly woman who is having difficulty with once again being thrust into motherhood. But why is Janis now a full-time caregiver, and why has baby Tommy’s true mother, Agatha, abandoned them? Find out by reading “No Words” in this month’s issue of News and Views for the…
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The Party’s Over: A New Year’s Story – January News and Views Short Story
Simon and Leigh are the “it” couple – or so they believe. After years of crashing New Year’s parties, they finally get the surprise of their lives! To find out what it is, read “The Party’s Over: A New Year’s Story” in this month’s issue of News and Views for the Young at Heart. “The Party’s…
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Thanks To Amazon Shorts
Well, friends, it’s unfortunate that Amazon Shorts is no longer accepting submissions, but I think we all kind of figured that was bound to be the case after such a long hiatus. I just wanted to thank Amazon Shorts and my fellow writers for giving it such a great go. I read somewhere that Amazon…
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Photographs Of Tim O’Brien and Scott William Foley
A few weeks ago, I wrote about meeting Tim O’Brien. (Click HERE if you’d like to read that account.) I just received a few photographs from the reception. Thankfully, I don’t look as nervous as I felt. Enjoy!
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