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from the publisher Midway Thru 2022 Already!
There’s an old saying in my family that states once July has come and gone, Christmas is a mere few weeks away.
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And here we are, once again. Despite a tumultuous time in our society, despite restrictions still in place in some states, and despite uncertainty in the economics of our country, time continues to pass.
This issue features bestselling author, actor, David P. Perlmutter. His books, many based on true events, have drawn a wide interest from the reading public. A glance at the number of reviews and star ratings certainly cements that. You may have seen him on television commercials, riding in a golf cart with Idris Alba for booking.com.
His story is fascinating, made more so by his dyslexia that has not held him back.
Another interesting author, Mack Little, has had a diverse life, exposing her to many different cultures and countries. Her focus allows her to find her readership niche and a solid following.
And Dr. Teresa Cody, an author and wellness specialist who has written a book about the miraculous benefits of PRP Therapy (Platelet Rich Plasma).
Four short stories that you will enjoy. We receive many stories each month and selecting the best is always fun. A shout out to duotrope.com where many of the authors found us. Duotrope lists markets for your stories, contests and other interesting and releated items. We do not get compensation for mentioning them, and I only do so because the caliber of material is often very good. A reminder that we do pay for stories, and you can learn more on our SUBMIT web page. https://booksnpieces.com/A/submit-closed/
With this issue we are introducing a NEW section: Writing Tips. This section offers a wide variety of tips from proper formatting, word choice, and ways to not annoy the editor when you send your story. We hope you will find them useful.
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And dust off those Christmas decorations—you know that the stores will be stocking up very soon.
Cheers,
William Gensburger
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A magical island. A dangerous task. A burning secret!
Linus Baker leads a quiet, solitary life. At forty, he lives in a tiny house with a devious cat and his old records. As a Case Worker at the Department in Charge Of Magical Youth, he spends his days overseeing the well-being of children in government-sanctioned orphanages.
But the children aren’t the only secret the island keeps. Their caretaker is the charming and enigmatic Arthur Parnassus, who will do anything to keep his wards safe. As Arthur and Linus grow closer, long-held secrets are exposed, and Linus must make a choice: destroy a home or watch the world burn.
An enchanting story, masterfully told, The House in the Cerulean Sea is about the profound experience of discovering an unlikely family in an unexpected places and realizing that family is yours.
