October-Dec 2015 The Cat's Meow For Writers & Readers Magazine

The Cat’s Meow for Writers & Readers Magazine®™ A helpful literary publication where we take care to bring you short stories, poems, haikus, and essays for your reading pleasure! Plus helpful and informative articles of all kinds, and a section that’ll show you where you can purchase authors’ books or subscribe to literary magazines and journals! ™ FOUNDER & PUBLISHER: AUTHOR ROSANNE CATALANO

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NOTE FROM THE PUBLISHER:

(Photo: the Publisher’s Book of Poetry and Short Stories)

I am glad you came here for the fall / winter magazine! Which is the last issue for the year 2015; can’t believe next year around this time we will be voting for a new President. Although this issue is quite late going online, for which I sincerely apologize, it is because of all I have going on in my personal and professional life— In my personal life I have upcoming neck & back surgeries after 22+ years walking around with major internal injuries due to accidental falls—1st down a flight of stairs, 2nd in my garage; my husband almost died at the beginning of August (thanks to your prayers, he lived and is thriving now—even gaining back a lot of weight he had lost while ill (thank you, Lord). Soon I will upload photos for you to see for yourselves how well hubby’s doing now; In my professional life I have been writing a lot in my upcoming novel, ‘Escape & Redemption,’ my first crime fiction story; I have also been loving the royalty sales I am receiving for my current book, ‘Mirrored Images,’ even more since Author & Cover Designer DEBI DE SANTIS STABENE re-designed my book’s front cover and back (see photo above of NEW cover & back); and reading, loving, and reviewing novels by other authors who were on my TBR list.

Even I’ll admit, that is a lot on anyone’s plate! But I can do it. So can you if you are a writer and truly want to be a successful one.

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More before Giving to A professional Editor for Publication. Also set boundaries with family and friends while you’re writing—no distractions allowed! Find a private space away from family, put a sign on the door (if there’s a door to your private place) saying: “Do Not Disturb While I Am Creating!” then shut that door and write to your heart’s content.

I’d also like to say that with the holidays approaching—especially Thanksgiving—I feel that Thanksgiving should not only be an American holiday—it should be a day where ALL give thanks for what we do have (not what we don’t have). How ‘bout making this holiday worldwide?!

Write to your representatives if you would like Thanksgiving to become a holiday for ALL. Now on to the last issue of this year… there are lots of delightful short stories in this magazine. Unfortunately I have not received any nonfiction helpful articles lately, so there are none published in the last issue of the year for which I apologize.

But there are also pleasingly gratifying and deeply emotional poetry by my many contributors, and the book authors and literary journals in the ‘Off The Press! Corner’ showing you’re their wonderful books, newsletters, journals or magazines and where you can purchase your very own copies of their work: Coffee House 4 Readers Corner: 1) Eric Moseley: “Cat-astrophe of a Relationship.”

2) Joseph J Mazzella: “True Colors” and “Why Are We Here?”

3) Don Crawford: “The End of Something.”

Helpful Nonfiction Articles for You Corner: None this issue.

Coffee House 4 the Poetry Lover Corner: 4) Richard Sattanni: “Baby Frisky” and “Jo-Jo Our Cat.” 5) Fred Chandler: “Amnesty,” “Caress,” “A Reckoning,” “Multum in

Parvo,” and “2220.”

6) Emily Morrison: “Balance Thee” and “Addicts Hope.”

7) Deborah Anne Shepard: “Blue Fairy’s Magic.”

Off The Press! Corner: 8) Award-winning Poet, Writer & Photographer DARREN B RANKINS (aka POET RANKINS): Website Info, Photos of POET with His Wife, with TV 4 | The Cat’s Meow for Writers & Readers Magazine October-December 2015

Stars, and Other Celebrities; Plus POET’S Awards & A Letter from President Obama.

9) Author & Poet MELISSA LORRAINE GULICK (aka MJ RAIN).

10) Author & Poet THOMAS BRYANT. 11) Author & Artist ROSE ANNA SCHOENE. 12) Author & Poet NANETTE M BUCHANAN. 13) Author, Poet & Retired-Nurse SANDRA L HOYNACKI. 14) Author & Writer ROSALEE WILSON. 15) Author, Poet, Blog Talk Radio Host & Psychic TRISHA MARTIN (aka TRINA MARTIN).

16) Founder, Publisher & Author ROSANNE CATALANO (aka RC KAYLA).

Please also Welcome my contributors; some new, some established who have shared their short stories, poems and books for you to enjoy or ponder on. If you like what they have written, please let them know by email or by visiting their websites [Authors’ email addresses or websites are listed in the “About the Author” bios.] My contributors love hearing from you.

Also check out my NEW section—‘Special Bulletin Board’—for other poetry & short story magazines, journals, newsletters, writers’ columns, calls for submissions, publishing jobs, plus books and news by my contributors and so much more! See you in the New Year for the January-March 2016 issue!

Copyright © October-December 2015 Rosanne Catalano (aka RC Kayla).

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“After a lot of encouragement by wonderful people like you I have finally self-published a collection of my favorite story articles as a book. The book is titled ‘Walking the Path of Love.’

It is available at Amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com/Walking-PathJoseph-Mazzella/dp/1609573773 This book was written for you. I wish I was wealthy enough to send all of you a free copy but, sadly, I can’t. I was able to get it discounted, however, at a decent price. I also have good news for all of you technology lovers out there! My book, ‘Walking the Path of Love,’ is also available in e-book format…

You can get it for Kindle on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/WalkingThe-Path-Love-ebook/dp/B00AMLPJ8A/ref=sr_1_1?s=digitaltext&ie=UTF8&qid=13553343&sr=1=1&keywords=walking+the+path+of+love You can also get it for Nook on Barnes & Noble at: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/walking-the-path-of-love-joseph-jmazzella/1023319336?ean=2940015759143

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COFFEE HOUSE 4 READERS CORNER

Bringing You Fiction & Nonfiction Short Stories, Essays and Flash Fiction for Your Reading Pleasure!

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Cat-astrophe of a Relationship ©Eric Moseley I LOVE PETS SO MUCH TO THE POINT THAT I ONCE GAVE UP ON A relationship with a woman named Terri who I truly cared for and still care for to this very day.

I met her online and she and I hit it off just fine. After hours of conversations over the phone, I decided to relocate to her neck of the woods which was in The Bronx, New York, where I had once lived.

I arrived in The Big Apple on a warm spring afternoon. After being there for several weeks, I paid Terri a visit. She and I hit it off real well and it seemed as if we were a match made in Heaven. Terri was single at the time and so was I. I didn't feel as if she was single because it appeared as if she was being controlled by her cat named Smokey... if you know what I mean. Terri had two cats but this female cat named Smokey seemed to be the head of the household by having her way with everything.

Before I met Terri and during the whole time I had known her she would give in to Smokey progressively. Because of that, Smokey and I immediately began to have a serious conflict. I'm the type of person who believes highly in the phrase "Live and let live." Meaning: one should know their place in life rather than you’re human or pet.

Smokey was the type of cat that demanded attention from any and everyone who came in her pass. She didn't want Terri to pay attention to anything or anyone except for her. She wouldn't even lay around Terri unless she was being petted constantly. Where ever Terri went, Smokey made sure she was front and center to get attention. Terri once admitted that Smokey had a problem but didn't like to talk much about it. Through it all, I still soon after found myself moving in with her. Smokey soon after found out that I wouldn't spoil her even more then what she was. Smokey had Terri rapped around her finger as if 15 | The Cat’s Meow for Writers & Readers Magazine October-December 2015

she was the head of household.

It did upset Terri that Smokey and I didn't get along but she seemed to do whatever it took to satisfy the cat. I used to tell her that the cat treats her like a dog by making her cater to her every demand.

When Smokey couldn't have her way, she then started hiding under the table for days at a time and would also stop eating. I knew it was because of the fact that I was a new person taking up some of the time that she used to get. I truly believe that no animal should ever demand that you pay them and only them attention.

Smokey didn't only have a problem with me as a human threat but she also hated the fact that Terri payed attention to her other cat Patches. Patches was a black and white female cat that was as easy as Sunday morning. She didn't mind that Terri had gotten into a relationship with me because she was such a laid back cat that just appreciated the time that anyone would spend with her.

On the other hand, Smokey and I grew more and more distant each and every day which caused a big problem for Terri and I. Together we were in a relationship so smooth that not once had we had an argument for any other reason except for Smokey. For that reason, I left Terri three times and came back to her twice. Each time it was the exact same thing. Everyone was in an uncomfortable situation.

I realized just how much Terri cared for the cat and how much it was hurting her for me and the cat to have conflict on that level. It still hurts me to this day when I think about it.

It hurt me so bad that I definitely wouldn't want this to ever happen to anyone else. Because of that, I have written an eBook titled ‘How to Train your Cat to Not Control You like a Dog.’ The cover is being updated for corrections: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015VETEJ2? *Version*=1&*entries*=0 Copyright © September 28, 2015 Eric Moseley.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR: ERIC MOSELEY says: “Inside my 28 page eBook, ‘How to Train Your Cat to Not Control you like a Dog,’ there are tips and tricks and remedies on how to take back control of your home from a finicky cat.

You will learn how to balance a human relationship with someone while having a cat. You will also gain valuable information on the health risks of having cats such as Toxoplasma and much more…” Eric is also the author of an Amazon eBook titled: ‘How to Get Rid of Fleas and Ticks for a Dog;’ now at a low price: http://www.amazon.com/HowGet-Rid-Fleas-Ticks-ebook/dp/B00YT0LSXK His eBook has received a four star rating from an official Amazon reviewer. To follow Eric’s blog, please go to: https://dogandcatloversblog.wordpress.com/ He can also be contacted at twincitypublishing@gmail.com

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True Colors ©Joseph J. Mazzella Author of “Walking the Path of Love” and “A Journey of Love”

TO ME FALL WILL ALWAYS BE THE MOST SPECTACULAR OF THE seasons. By the end of summer the bright, green buds that gave the promise of new life in the early spring have turned into dark green leaves. Having grown all they can, they are content to just exist; sleepy and satisfied. Then one day a single leaf begins to change and release its true colors hidden within.

As the cool night gives way to a warm morning this single leaf turns a brilliant red that stands out beautifully in the sea of green.

Soon other leaves join it—lighting up the Maple trees with their red radiance. Golds begin to appear too in all their glory. Other leaves decide to become yellow and shine like little suns in the daylight. Still others glow orange and flutter in the autumn breezes. Some leaves even decide to become unique combinations of all of these colors. As the weeks pass deep, rich burgundies and earthy browns appear on the Oaks as well until the mountains of my home are a cascade of colors that delight the heart and uplift the soul.

Even after they fall to the ground the season is still not over because now there is a colorful, crunchy carpet for the children to run and play on.

And when the cold days of winter finally cover these leaves in snow they still continue on nourishing the soil to provide new life to the next generation of leaves and thus completing their part in God’s glorious creation.

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colors to shine through. We all have a unique brightness within. We all have a love and light that we are supposed to share. We all are meant to take our place in God’s loving plan.

Share your true colors then. Let your love, laughter, kindness and joy brighten the souls of everyone around you. Make your life both a brilliant autumn and an eternal spring.

Copyright © September 28, 2015 Joseph J. Mazzella.

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Why Are We Here? ©Joseph J. Mazzella Author of “Walking the Path of Love” and “A Journey of Love” WHEN I WAS A BOY WE LIVED 4 MILES FROM TOWN AND MOST OF my friends. As a result I ended up playing by myself a lot. I didn’t mind the solitude, however. I enjoyed riding my bike for hours, swimming in the river, and taking long walks in the woods. It felt good being alone with my own thoughts and my own imagination. Sometimes I even pondered a few of the big questions we all have. I would think, “What is this world all about?”, “What is the meaning of life?”, and “Why are we here?” I never could think of a good answer, though, and soon went back to playing again. It took me many years and a lot of searching to find the answer I was seeking and when I did it was so simple that I almost didn’t believe it.

The answer is LOVE. It always has been and it always will be. The rest is just details. Our Heavenly Father loves us all so much and He put us here to love as well. We are here to choose love. We are here to share love. We are here to learn of love. We are here to grow in love.

We are here to pray for love. We are here to delight in love. We are here to become one with Our Heavenly Father’s Love. We are here to complete our missions in love and to help others to complete theirs.

We are here to fill ourselves full to overflowing with the Love that created and maintains the universe. We are here to love Our Creator.

We are here to love ourselves. We are here to love everyone as ourselves. We are here to find our own special ways of sharing all the love that is within us. It is our gift to God and our answer to life. And even if we haven’t done the best job of it up until now, each new day gives us another chance.

When the big questions of life leave you lost then, don’t give up.

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will grow closer to God, Heaven, and your true self.

Copyright © September 7, 2015 Joseph J. Mazzella.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: JOSEPH J. MAZZELLA is an author and writer who was born, raised and still lives in the mountains of West Virginia in the USA. He graduated from Glenville State College with degrees in English and Education. A divorced father of three, he has been writing for over 20 years for local county newspapers. In August of 2010 Joseph had his first book published, titled ‘Walking the Path of Love,’ which can be purchased at Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble.com, or wherever books are sold. He now has a second book out, titled ‘A Journey of Love,’ which can also be purchased at Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble.com, or wherever books are sold under the name: Joseph J Mazzella, author.

Joseph can be contacted at joemazzella@frontier.com

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The End of Something ©Don Crawford HE SEEMED PRE-OCCUPIED, AGAIN. NOT WITH ANYTHING SHE could decipher but with something deep inside himself. When he was like that he reminded her of Rodin's Thinker come to life. To Lisa, he nearly always seemed to be pre-occupied and this created within her some feelings of conflict and resentment, and she felt neglected. In any other relationship she would have spoken up about it but with Chad she fell silent. He was not like that. If she had, he would listen in silence and say something like, “You feel better now?” She knew he loved her and she loved him but she wanted more of his time and attention. Once, when she asked him about these long inner silences his only response was, “I’m self-studying; it’s a sort of wakefulness.”

She had trouble understanding the meaning of those words but he never added anything to those terse comments.

He was standing slightly bent over on the balcony, his graceful hands hugging the wrought iron railing, deep in thought; those magic hands that caressed her whole naked body when they made love. She was sitting at the vanity brushing her short yellow curls. Her lips were moist from the new application of lipstick, and as she glanced toward him, he glanced back.

For an instant, just for an instant, their eyes locked together; then parted. She tried hard to read what he was thinking, but it was no use.

To her he had always been an enigma, except for those precious moments when their naked bodies were intertwined in bed and his mouth smothered hers in long, intense and unforgettably moistened kisses. How often she lied in bed and flooded her mind with those desirable images of his strong arms embracing her willing body; wishing such moments would never end.

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their ordered lunch. They had been staying at the Glen Eden Inn for two days, and were scheduled to return to Oakland in another three days. Glen Eden, just outside Napa, was a place made famous by Jack London who had lived there many years ago. Chad was a writer and had chosen her short vacation time there to try and absorb what he called the “essence of the deceased writer.” She had read one of London’s stories set in Alaska and couldn’t grasp the reason for his fame.

She liked tales with big city locations and real characters darting in and out of the story. She supposed Chad’s interest in Jack London was the isolation of his settings and the aloneness of the characters, which seemed to match his own aloneness even when they were together; but fortunately not all the time.

Despite her inner conflicts, this relationship was the most sensually fulfilling of any she’d had. He could be the most sensitive and loving man when they were in bed. None of the other half dozen or so men she’d been with came close to what Chad provided her, and most times she felt the neglect of being with him was minimal enough for the rewards. She hated the thought of their ever breaking up and wanted to make it last forever.

Lunch was simple fare with the main dish steamed mixed vegetables and cornbread with butter, coffee with cream and apple cobbler for desert. He was practicing vegetarianism and since it suited her current diet she had joined him lately in his choice of meals. There were times however when a juicy steak would have tasted better to her.

The first day after arriving in Glen Eden they had visited a couple of local wineries and enjoyed what the tasting rooms had to offer. She knew he seldom drank any kind of alcoholic beverages but she enjoyed them, especially at dinner when he drank only coffee, his favorite beverage.

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had never once occurred. Nearly all her other relationships were conflict-ridden since she was a woman with a strong will, which these men resented since they couldn’t exercise the degree of control over her they wanted. Chad was easily satisfied with an equal relationship and this was one of the main attractions for her. In their two months together they had never had a fight. When any doubtful issues arose they talked them out mildly, like mature adults, and always focused on the issues and not on personalities or the use of personal criticisms.

Chad had taught her that. She had never known such a relationship could exist, since her own family of origin was almost endless discord.

To say it was a dysfunctional family would be putting it mildly. Chad was orphaned at fifteen and he and his two year older brother had raised themselves; financed by both working at a local newspaper.

They had avoided social workers and foster homes by “blackmailing” the next door barber who always signed their dead daddy’s signature whenever one was needed. The barber had a fat wife and six children and cheated in his shop after closing, which Chad and his brother were aware of. Since they kept to themselves as much as possible, only a couple of people knew their father had died of a heart attack months before while an inpatient in a veteran’s hospital in Little Rock where he had gone for a hernia operation.

After lunch, Chad suggested they walk around the area and work off the meal. It was a warm spring day with just enough breezes to slightly stir the leaves on the trees as they passed underneath them.

Lisa had readily agreed, wanting to have him for herself for a while.

“I noticed you reading a Hemingway book last night while I was in the shower. Do you also like him, and which do you like better, Papa or Jack London? “ “Oh, Hemingway is a good writer all right. His short stories don’t really follow the usual fixed format for short stories. What makes them good are the descriptive narratives and expositions, with some good character dialogues, but as far as creating something the character wants and then putting obstacles in his path which lead to conflict and drama, they don’t follow. His major motif I’ve read was ‘enduring.’ By 24 | The Cat’s Meow for Writers & Readers Magazine October-December 2015

endurance, I assume he meant to live and avoid dying, which also applied to his writings, which is meaningless if life is without a definite goal.”

“What you’re saying is interesting; please go on. I’ve never heard such comments about Hemingway before.”

“He was strictly a materialist, with a materialistic world view and wrote with very little understanding of the spiritual essence in man.

And, although being sick and perhaps a little off base in the end, he violated one of the basic spiritual tenets by volunteering to end the life that was given to him by his creator. The ending of life is supposed to be at the Will of our creator and not one of our free wills.”

“What do you mean by being a materialist?”

“Have you heard that story about the blind man grabbing the tail of an elephant and trying to describe the whole elephant by the tail? A materialist is one who perceives this lowest level of our solar system as all there is, and fails to appreciate the vast wholeness of life and existence. There is much more to life than just this materialistic plane; a lot more.”

“Surprisingly, after all this time together we’ve never discussed religion or spirituality. Do you have a definite faith or religion?” She turned to look directly into his deep blue eyes.

“No religion. If anything, I have a fondness for Eastern esoteric philosophy; sometimes called the Ancient Wisdom, which I’ve read something about.”

“Is that where you picked up your comment on wakefulness and self-study?” They had walked within a few blocks of Napa State Hospital for the Mentally Ill and Developmentally Disabled. One of Chad’s college friends, he’d told her, had been placed there after suffering a mental breakdown just weeks before receiving his Master’s Degree from Berkeley. His friend had suddenly become angry and overly agitated and was considered a danger to self or others; the 25 | The Cat’s Meow for Writers & Readers Magazine October-December 2015

usual criteria for involuntary commitment to Napa. Chad had no idea when if ever he would be getting discharged.

“You’re a pretty perceptive young lady to make that connection.”

She grinned, since he was only two years older than she. “What is your opinion on Reincarnation and Karma?”

“Wow! Where did that come from? We’ve never discussed such topics before. But, since you’ve asked, I don’t believe in them. I’ve been raised a Christian, although I’m a poor practitioner of it.” A car honked loudly as another car cut to close in front of it. It startled them and they twisted their heads in unison to observe. As the horn subsided the twitting of the tree-filled birds absorbed the sound.

“Have you ever read any literature about them?”

“No, and they don’t hold any interest for me. I have my own world view and I adhere pretty closely to that. So can we change the subject?” She sensed Chad had a negative reaction to her last comment.

“Really? The very mention of them upsets you? I didn’t know you were so closed minded and prejudice against things you do not understand.”

She stopped and stared at him. They were standing under an enormous elm tree. The leaves made a quiet whistling sound. “I guess we are having our first real conflict, but you should know a person’s beliefs are rather a touchy subject. One should never argue about religion or one’s philosophy since it is a personal thing.”

“I agree with you. I guess we should drop the subject, okay?”

“Fine with me. You’re the one who brought it up.”

“I was just sending out a feeler is all, and now I know not to bring it up again.”

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They walked in silence back toward the cabins. A few dark clouds began to form on the horizon and she wondered if they were going to get some rain. Chad’s silence was noticeable and Lisa was slightly alarmed by his change in attitude, especially towards her after their conversation. She hoped she could make things better once they got back to their room by seducing him. She really loved Chad, or thought she did, and hated the idea their relationship could end.

Once back in the room, Chad was very thoughtful and immediately returned to the balcony, ignoring Lisa’s efforts to get him into bed.

Reluctantly, she picked up the Hemingway book, which was a collection of some short stories and some excerpts of his novels. She tried to read but found him dismaying. She guessed one had to be in a certain mood to really appreciate his style of writing.

Finally, she lied on the bed and soon became drowsy. She slowly drifted into sleep. She awoke violently, having had an ugly nightmare.

Her sudden awakening alerted Chad and he rushed to her side.

“Hey, honey, are you okay? Did you have a nightmare?”

She threw her arms around him and pulled him close to her. “Oh, Chad, it was awful. I dreamed I’d lost you after a terrible fight. It came close to blows and for the first time, you words were harsh and bitter and you were shoving me away from you, as if I was something despicable to you. I couldn’t stand it.”

“Well, it was only a bad dream. I’m here and I’m not going anywhere and we can always talk out any problems which arise between us. For example, I’m aware that my self-study is not to your liking but it is just a part of me and something I think is very important. I’ll try to be together more, okay?”

“Oh, honey, I didn’t even know you were aware of how that affects me.”

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considering some of the wisdom philosophy since it is so important to your future. And, you must know no one can live through another person. We are each an individual and must live our own existence. At best, we can only share time and space with another person, and something of their thoughts and feelings. And, it is not so easy to find another person who can share the same world view, unless both are materialists, which I now suspect you to be. Mine world view is obviously quite different from yours. Eastern philosophy is much more spiritualistic than religious and their truths come from sources above the human level.”

“You are saying your wisdom philosophy is important for me? I don’t understand. It seems important to you but why me? And, I remember you called Hemingway a materialist. What does that mean exactly? Oh, I remember; a narrow sighted person who describes the elephant erroneously.”

“I’m not so sure we should be having this discussion. But, since I’ve labeled you as one I’ll try to explain. Obviously, we live in what appears to us a physical, materialistic world. Our every sense tells us so. That is how we define ourselves and the many physical objects in our environment. In the Orient, they believe that all is energy, including human entities, and that to perceive of existence only in terms of a material world is merely illusion; what they all maya, or illusion. For them, there are many levels of consciousness beyond this physical plane of our solar system. This is only the lowest level of consciousness of all, and they strive to perceive a greater whole of which we are only a small part. Wakefulness and self-study are a means to going beyond what we think we are to a realization of who we truly are. It is in effect a way of grasping more of the truth of life and existence. Do you think that is important for you as well as me?”

“I think what is important is for each person to find the truth for him or herself.”

“Yes, I agree with that, except we all need a little help doing that.

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knowledge and self-awareness as the way to truly know you, as the Oracle of the Delphi advocated in olden times. To know you is the first stage in gaining true wisdom. And, wakefulness and self-study are the means to achieving that goal. But, I admit it does interfere with human relationships and seems like a person doing it is very selfish and selfcentered. In our case, you feel somewhat neglected, since most women need to be the center of a man’s attention.”

“You make me sound very selfish. Do you think that I am?”

“You have the usual needs of most women who live though their man because they give of themselves completely to a relationship; body and soul.”

“I want you to know I resent that inference. Just because I love you does not mean I only live to be with you. I do have a life of my own, you know. And, my work at the bank is an important part of my life. In fact, that is how we met if you remember.”

“Honey, come on, let’s not argue about any of this. We love each other and that should be enough glue to hold us together if we don’t spoil it by words.”

“I know what you really want from me. You want a woman to accept your spiritual philosophy and disregard everything she’s ever been taught all her life. You think that is easy to do? And, don’t you think I have a right to my own beliefs?”

“Of course you do, honey. I knew we shouldn’t have this conversation. It is only driving a wedge between us, so let’s drop it all together, okay?”

“You brought it up. If anyone is to blame for this disagreement, it is you and not me.”

“You’re just being defensive, and protecting your ego.”

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“Do you really think I live through you? You are very much mistaken if that’s what you think. I don’t really need you. I just want you, and there is a big difference there.”

“Yes, dear.”

“Now you are being patronizing. Damn it, I’m getting a headache.

Leave me alone so I can go back to sleep. I just hope I don’t have any more nightmares.”

“Oh course, darling. Have a good sleep.” He arose from her side and went back to the balcony.

***** That night they went out to dinner in Napa and neither mentioned their conversation of the afternoon. They engaged in small talk, and about her job at the bank, where she was a loan officer.

As the evening grew on, Chad became more withdrawn and silent.

Lisa felt more resentment than ever before and kept silent at well, mostly to spite him.

Back at the cabin, they decided to cut their vacation short and return to Oakland. They packed with little exchange of comments, checked out, and on the trip home focused their attention on the car radio and the music on the short drive back to Oakland. They were deliberately avoiding each other and neither one wanted to be the one to break the impasse. For the first time since they met, Lisa was glad they had decided not to move in together, although she had brought it up several times, which Chad had delayed with one excuse or another.

He had told her he needed his aloneness in order to write.

He left her at the door to her apartment, and waved as he drove off.

They hadn’t kissed goodbye. She said she’d call him “tomorrow.” He only nodded.

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Several days went by and Chad had not called her. When she called his number, she was given the usual message; he wasn’t available and to call back late. She grew more frustrated and even openly angry as the time passed.

Finally, after about a week, he called her one evening. She grabbed up the phone, not sure what to say. Should she berate him for his negligence or beg for him to come over? She said, “Hello,” and waited for his response.

“Lisa, I’m calling to tell you goodbye, and that it’s over between us.

The brutal truth is that I have chosen my philosophy over our relationship, because it is so much more important in the long run. I don’t expect you to understand, but for your own future welfare would you try to read something of the Ancient Wisdom and plant some spiritual seeds? Look up Theosophical Society on the Internet.

You may find it a hard statement, but the strict materialist, no matter how socially successful, has lived a wasted life. I want to wish you true happiness, and a fulfilling life. I will always cherish the time we had together. If it is any consolation I will not be dating again. It is unfair to any woman. So you’ll be the last woman that fills my memories of a loving relationship. Goodbye, Lisa.”

Copyright © August 8, 2015 Don Crawford.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

DON CRAWFORD received his Masters of Social Work degree from the University of California at Berkeley during the turbulent 1960s. His 40 years of clinical experiences were varied. As a result, he became a lifelong student of human nature and the human condition. His lifelong search is for a Truth he can accept and absorb. He discovered such a truth in a study of ‘The Ancient Wisdom;’ the only truth he could accept and absorb. At one time or another, he has been a member of various International Organizations concerned with the spiritual development of humanity. Now retired, he spends his time studying 31 | The Cat’s Meow for Writers & Readers Magazine October-December 2015

Theosophy (Esoteric Science), World Goodwill literature, and writing both fiction and essays or non-fiction pieces. He can be contacted at eagledino@yahoo.com

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JO-JO WAS ONCE A STRAY CAT-We took him away from all that Now he is one of three: Patches-Frisky and Jo-Jo The three cats get along fine Except when waiting in line When it's time to eat they move quick To feed them all is a trick I love them all the same Loving them is not a game I look forward to everyday For my three cats make my day Having cats makes life worthwhile To your day they make you smile I would not have it any other way JO-JO is no longer a stray All three cats a family they be God--They mean so much to me.

By Richard Sattanni Copyright © August 6, 2015 Richard Sattanni.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

RICHARD SATTANNI is a seasoned author with ten years writing experience. He writes mostly mysteries but also writes nonfiction as well as poetry. Richard has five books published by America Star Books.com in Maryland, USA. He is awaiting his latest novel to be released soon, titled—‘To Testify from the Grave: Book Two.’ He also enjoys creative writing in all categories. And he likes to write about the history of his hometown: Bridgeport, Connecticut. Richard says: “Thanks to all my fan base for your support; I appreciate it so much.”

He can be contacted at rsauthor00@gmail.com

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Amnesty ©Fred Chandler GIVE THE DATE the day and time it finally came to you what life really offers what you barely tasted and when you finally did how guilty you really felt and that pure guilt is good and real life that is to be lived truly dashes and voids the rest.

By Fred Chandler Copyright © Sept 30, 2015.

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Caress ©Fred Chandler

THE LOST CONVERSATION I try to piece it back Only little bits return It's a phrase or two Enough to remember The gold between us Tell me who's lonelier is it me or is it you?

By Fred Chandler Copyright © Sept 30, 2015.

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A Reckoning ©Fred Chandler

THE CLOUDLESS DAY EXPANDED THE EMPTINESS

With a suffering soul in manic search of form

Something was lost in the ether of tangibles

Leaving what was said to open eyes wider

To see further beyond lone steps forward

Where sight has no value for arteries of pain.

By Fred Chandler Copyright © Sept 30, 2015.

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Multum in Parvo ©Fred Chandler THE ICY SNOW MELTING The rush of cold water Down a mountain's brook Screaming in odd voices Of some different language No tilting ears from yonder But that cerulean water Spits sparkling white sprays Disrupting the old thinking That was lost in the autumn.

By Fred Chandler Copyright © Sept 30, 2015.

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2220 ©Fred Chandler THE INCESSANT POUNDING Pounding Was a feathered knock Opening Two doors with one key.

By Fred Chandler Copyright © Sept 30, 2015.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: FRED CHANDLER is the author of two chapbooks, ‘A Flying Frog’ and ‘X Factor.’ He is also a recipient of a National Endowment for the Humanities grant, a fellow of the American Film Institute, a member of the Writers Guild of America [WG] and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Fred's poems have appeared in ‘The Pink Chameleon,’ ‘Splizz,’ ‘Northern Stars,’ ‘Black Lantern,’ ‘KCET,’ ‘Danse Macabre,’ and ‘The Storyteller,’ among other publications. He can be contacted at swang@alum.calarts.edu Also visit his website at www.fredchandler.com.

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Balance Thee ©Emily Morrison THE DARKEST TIMES HAD COME AND GONE I followed you barely unseen to the hidebound merely cried droplet tears to that notion wore away. My reflection in your white gold ring was to reveal only the dark cloak which sees me invisibly to you Fears were faced as I walked with you. Guardians your shield that day Finally not much pain was felt for you Test from God to equal your response The processes of evil, that past your way Pass or not I am the one that leads thee through. Watchers eye of hells gates. Some make it through an imaginary mapping where ones true triumvirate shall lie. For such a place to physically collide, hopes will surely justify all the murders of the eye One will truly sense the magic of harmonious balance, the pride is deserving to see. Their virtue, their light, their self-worth in pure congruency Mind, body and soul finally united as one Guides to nurture the darkest parts of thee. Who has longed in hope for the grand souls of both you and me.

By Emily Morrison Copyright © September 3, 2015.

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smiling face, hidden, not taught but rather one of many ways of a survival mask so easily ignored at a victorious pace, as the grandulous depression of fear equals toxicity of rage.

Once, the wings stretch far and wide from that cage, the next task at hand, the sudden realisation that what is real to that of something symbolic maybe the chi (key) to acceptance of the darkness of shadows that help balance thee.

Presence within also lie outside the box that holds both crosses and ticks, natural born son of thee now present, the bridle, bit and rein steer the mighty steeds to lead the way.

From awareness to acceptance for man of each kind to the intimately entwining Phi of the one also known as that great golden mean.

By Emily Morrison Copyright Š September 3, 2015.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR: EMILY MORRISON is currently studying a Master of Design degree at the Whitehouse Institute of Design, Australia. She has undertaken a series of community projects for ‘Beyond blue,’ raising awareness of depression and anxiety. Much of Emily’s work is centred on selfreflection, self-realisation and healing. Branching into areas of art therapy, mental health, architecture, spirituality, design and poetry, her work addresses acceptance of the dark and light polarity of the self. Drawing on a personal experience of addiction and the many loved ones it had consumed, with hope in a psychology that embraces different aspects of the personality, her project is a multi- dimensional place for hope that serves as a mirror for self-reflection and individual expression. Emily can be contacted at rexson1283@gmail.com

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Blue Fairy’s Magic ©Deborah Anne Shepard

BLUE FAIRY’S MAGIC IS DRAWN BY EDGED WANING MOON Thundering clouds heard in the rafters Crisp saddled morning brings tears to the young maiden Her love is flames who spirit appears Mystically tints each frog moon Glowing gently in unabridged calm Unique tailed sunsets, she can appear, the mermaid girl Lost awaiting his human form, she to form the blue fairy Surrounded in splendor life She dries her tears by the waterfalls sadly On the far edge reigns hidden images of he Painted in wings of glory, their beautiful tender love story She paints the doorway to their new being Breath-taking captive in endless rivers flowing, soft slowing She will wait each night for his wings to show Each caressed door shall be their castle light.

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By Deborah Anne Shepard Copyright © July 30, 2015.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: DEBORAH ANNE SHEPARD is an author, poet and writer whose poems tell a story of dreams we have and the beauty of traveling in them to give us belief, hope, and life. She says: “poetry is my heart soul, although my work is with children as an Educational Tech.” She currently has a book of poetry out titled ‘The Pages of Time,’ which is available to purchase on the website of her book cover artist Jennifer Singleton (a Fantasy Artist; www.myspace.com/fairystar51), or at www.publishamerica.com and Barnes&Noble.com. She was born in Carmel, California in the USA, and is now happily married for over 30 years to a retired military man with one beautiful son, daughter-in-law and a grandchild (who are in South Carolina). Deborah has been working as a Teacher since 1977. And she once worked as a Caterer before that, and now works as a Teacher again (aka an Educational Tech). She has earned a Child Development degree, and is currently working on an Associate degree and a second book. She can be reached via email at AngelRainbowne@aol.com. Deborah also says, “To find out more about my book cover artist, Jennifer Singleton, go to her website at: http://www.myspace.com/fairystar51.”

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(Melissa Lorraine Gulick)

Five Keys. Two Parallel Universes. One Destiny.

Willow Rain lives in a seemingly perfect world with her sister and their nanny, on a planet where those who are deemed useless seem to vanish without a trace, along with those who speak of the forbidden

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keys. When she gets her chance to be of use, she begins on the path to her destiny when the magical key from her dreams is set in her possession.

With it, she embarks on a journey to another world in search of her parents and slowly she uncovers the mysteries that surround her family's past, present, and future.

When she uncovers the deepest secret of them all, the difficult path ahead of her reveals the true purpose of her life. Come with me and discover what became of the people of Atlantis!

About the Author: MJ Rain (aka Melissa Lorraine Gulick) is a wife, an activist, and a published author.

Although she grew up in Long Island, NY, she now lives in Iowa in the USA with her husband, her mother, and their Siamese cat.

MJ’s passion is to have a major impact on the world by causing a positive change through her writing. She has always made her presence known for causes she believes in, and plans to continue doing so as she expresses herself through words.

MJ Rain’s Facebook Author Page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Mj-Rain/517670434943373 MJ Rain’s Novel Blog: http://mjrainwriter.wordpress.com/

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Passionate Plea

By Thomas Bryant

Sammy Page is a wonderfully loving husband, dedicated father and a lifelong professional thief, who survives a near-fatal crash while trying to deliver a luxury liner to a wealthy client. He awakens in Buckskin Canyon nudist camp amnesiac and unaware that he’s being hunted for a double homicide.

When law enforcement attempts to notify the owners of the Island Princess, rolled over on the side of the road, and finds them, still in bed, brutally murdered…

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: THOMAS BRYANT received his education at Cal Baptist University in Riverside, California. While studying political science, he began a love affair with books and discovered a passion for writing. Coming 70 | The Cat’s Meow for Writers & Readers Magazine October-December 2015

from

humble

beginnings

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economic

demands,

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internship in the service industry as a heavy-duty diesel mechanic, which left him little time for books or writing.

He sought challenges, including baseball, football and wrestling as a young man and loved speed on the water in a flat bottom race boat called ‘BORN to be WILD.’ Two weeks before he entered Arizona Bail Enforcement Academy to become a licensed Bounty Hunter, he was involved in a near fatal crash.

Disabled and facing his toughest challenge, he returned to his first love of poetry and found a whole new world as a novelist, authoring the Sammy Page thriller series; including the romantic thriller, ‘Passionate Plea,’ and soon-to-be-released, ‘Mental Revenge.’

He currently resides in the Ozarks of Missouri in the USA. Author's website: www.sammypage.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/authorthomasbryant and Twitter: www.twitter.com/ThomasABryant

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Fiction Novels

By ROSE ANNA SCHOENE (NEĖ INFRANCO) (March 1925-October 2014) Absolutely the Last Resort Where Are You? But! I’ve Always Loved You

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But! I’ve Always Loved You, Rose Anna Schoene’s third and last book, is about stunning Jessie who is raped at twelve and bears a son who is then taken from her. As she grows up she is repulsed by men until she meets devastatingly handsome André, who offers her a forbidden love amidst magical, romantic Rome.

Jessie’s loyal friend Debbie is always there for her; steadfastly aiding her in her lifelong quest to find the son she gave birth to at thirteen and her quest to find that one true love. Will Jessie succumb to André’s charm? Will she ever find her son?

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writing debut with ‘Absolutely the Last Resort,’ a charming and nostalgic family-oriented book, which fictionalizes many of

the

author’s personal experiences owning a resort with her husband, brother, sister and parents in the Catskill Mountains of New York for over 30 years. That resort was called ‘The Jolly House.’

That book reflected just one aspect of the author’s life and creative talents, and introduced us to her artistic and comedic nature in life.

She had a writing style that is both entertaining and uplifting which reflected Rose Anna’s true writing persona; yet she proved the versatility of her literary scope with her second novel, ‘Where Are You?,’ which offers a serious, dramatic and paranormal-love storyline, and her third novel, ‘But! I’ve Always Loved You.’ RIP author, artist and Rosanne Catalano’s cousin, Rose Anna Schoene (aka Rose Anna Infranco); Born Mar 1, 1925 – Died October 17, 2014. You will never be forgotten. And you are still greatly loved and missed.

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Absolutely the Last Resort (Rose Anna Schoene’s Debut Novel)

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Where Are You? Rose Anna Schoene’s second book Dr. Joy Evans and Dr. Dean Judson, who collide in the corridors of St. John’s Hospital—their introduction is the beginning of a torrid and tender love. Two weeks later, they are married and in six months they relocate to the state of Pennsylvania, where Dean takes over the practice of a retiring doctor and feels that his ambitions have been fulfilled. But when Joy does not return from a quick errand to the store and her car is later found, Dr. Dean Judson’s entire life takes a plunge into despair…

Then strangely, Dean begins seeing Joy, or what he perceives to be Joy. In the early hours of the morning, he is awakened from his sleep and sees Joy at the foot of his bed. She seems to glide around and 77 | The Cat’s Meow for Writers & Readers Magazine October-December 2015

then vanishes. Is he dreaming? Is he hallucinating? Is she a spirit or is he going mad…?

All three (3) of Rose Anna’s books are available to purchase on Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble.com, Seaburn Media Group.com or on her author page via ‘The Cat’s Meow for Writers & Readers Magazine:’ http://www.thecatsmeowforwritersreaders.com/to-fiction-novels-byauthor-rose-anna-schoene.html Ordering Info for Rose Anna Schoene’s books: Absolutely the Last Resort by Rose Anna Schoene Publisher: Seaburn Media Group Publication Date: 2003 ISBN #: 1592320600; 144 pages Price: $14.95 Where Are You? By Rose Anna Schoene Publisher: Seaburn Media Group Publication Date: 2006 ISBN #: 1592320090; 124 pages Price: $14.95 But! I’ve Always Loved You by Rose Anna Schoene Publisher: Seaburn Media Group Publication Date: 2010 ISBN #: 1592322530; 169 pages; Price: $14.95

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Fiction Dramatic and Suspenseful Novels

By NANETTE M. BUCHANAN Bonded Betrayal Gossip Line Skeletons Beyond The Closed Door Plus Many More of NANETTE BUCHANAN’S Fiction Novels and Poetry Books On her Website: http://www.ipendesigns.net

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There’s a cliché that states one should not date their best friend. Whatever the reasons, the fear of losing a friendship or not finding true love; most use this cliché as a golden rule. Six friends from McKinley High reunite for their ten year class reunion.

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Brianne Gibson was in the National Honor Society.

The memories of their past include deep rooted issues they avoided during those years of mixed experiences. Their class reunion promises to fulfill Kalliah’s need for a vacation from her job and a shaky romance, while Dante needs to explore the remnants of

their

relationship before making a serious commitment to another.

Stephon must take his life back from the street and crime he’s become addicted to. Miles is hoping to finally tell his friends how one of them has held his heart for more than ten years. Cherese needs the support of her friends as she struggles to find her way out of a destructive marriage.

Brianne must disclose her horrible high school encounter that would change how they all feel about her and those they are now connected and committed to. The reunion rekindles their friendships, and proves their relationships with each weakness, has its own strengths.

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Get Your Autographed Copy of ‘Bonded Betrayal’

BY NANETTE M. BUCHANAN At www.ipendesigns.net for purchase.

BONDED BETRAYAL BY NANETTE M. BUCHANAN Book Trailer On YouTube: http://youtube.com/adQMmt9t4Kw

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Nanette M. Buchanan’s novel, Gossip Line, is also available Get Your Copy here! http://www.ipendesigns.net/ A new beginning is what Melinda Wells was seeking when she left her home in Mobile, Alabama. As a journalist, her dream of writing for a large newspaper would never become a reality having the experience the Mobile Register offered. Melinda embraced the thought of moving to New York, landing her job as a journalist in Manhattan, and her new love interest Jerome Belmont, despite her father and grandmother’s warnings.

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Melinda’s rise in journalism took a back seat to her growing interest in talk radio. When her southern charms secured an opportunity to host her own show in her boyfriend’s hometown of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Melinda knew her dreams were becoming a reality. The new “Radio Diva’s” dream came with a price.

Her new lifestyle became more than what Melinda expected. After climbing the ladder of what the industry labeled as well deserved success it all was falling apart. Gossip Line, the radio talk show that named her as the number one host on the Pennsylvania airwaves, was threatening to ruin her dreams. Her family background that she knew little about, and her fairy tale love life was being aired on the radio one piece at a time. Melinda needed to find the caller who knew more about her than she seemed to know about herself.

However, revealing the caller’s identity could be fatal to more than the show.

Let I Pen Designs know your opinion of the other novels by Author Nanette M. Buchanan….. ‘Family Secrets Lies & Alibis,’ the Sequel... ‘A Different Kind of Love,’ ‘Bruised Love,’ many more NEW novels: ‘Scattered Pieces,’ and ‘The Stranger Within;’ Plus a couple of her poetry books!

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Skeletons Beyond the Closed Door by Nanette M. Buchanan Brian and Sage Drakeford were living their life as a loving couple and devoted parents until Sage caught her husband cheating. Seven years after their divorce, Sage Monroe Drakeford finds it hard to love again.

As skeletons from her husband’s past resurface, Brian desperately wants to remain a part of his family’s life.

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emotional attachment. It is apparent Brian has moved on and jealousy becomes a reason for Sage to consider dating. Just as she decides Brian is not worth her putting her life on hold, his indiscretions become more than she is willing to accept.

Sage is caught between ruining Brian’s relationships with family, business and friends, and moving on with a new love, and forgetting the past. Sage’s decision and Brian’s choices will change their lives forever.

All Novels Are Available to Order on Nanette’s Website “I Pen Designs.net” at: www.ipendesigns.net or www.myspace.com/ipendesigns Also stay in contact with the author by checking out her “WHAT'S HAPPENING” page at: http://www.ipendesigns.net/ ABOUT THE AUTHOR: NANETTE M. BUCHANAN was born, raised, and educated in Newark, New Jersey, USA. After graduating from Arts High School in Newark, she attended Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey. It was then that she first set her pen to pad; written expressions of her love for poetry.

She is a proud mother, wife and

grandmother, now residing in Somerset, New Jersey, and employed with the State of New Jersey as a Sergeant in the Department of Corrections.

Her pad to pen accomplishments include three volumes of poetry; “Thoughts,” “Thoughts & Reflections,” and “Quiet Times;” five yet to be published children stories as well as several unpublished novels.

Nanette’s

first

published

work

and

debut

novel

was

“Family

Secrets….Lies & Alibis”.

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and the release of her first volume of poetry, “Thoughts” an e-book hit the market. In October of 2009, Nanette’s murder mystery, “Bruised Love” followed by “Skeletons beyond the Closed Door” which was released in August of 2010. At the start of the summer in 2011, her latest novel “Gossip Line” made its debut. Her preferred genre’ is romantic fiction, but readers will attest to the fact that they all have suspense, mystery and a dramatic twist.

It is her goal to become a successful author without limits; writing and producing plays that feature her poems as well as adaptations of her novels on the “big screen” are in her future.

Nanette is deeply committed to promoting literacy. She is an intricate part of “The Author’s Den” a group of authors, poets and performing artists who are promoting their talents and raising funds to support Literary and Performing Arts within communities. The author is available for personal appearances, chats and book signings.

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A Fiction Medical Thriller

By SANDRA L. HOYNACKI On Call

The quaint town of Morganville seemed like the perfect setting for Jenny Warren to begin her career as a nurse. Complete with little mom-and-pop shops and a dog park. Morganville was the pictureperfect suburb. Jenny, however, would soon learn that looks can be deceiving!

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coincidental, they find themselves tangled up in a web of lies, deception, and murder.

What the young women discover beyond the operating room doors is beyond anything that their minds could have ever imagined…a plot so sinister and so far-reaching that it spans the globe, and forces them to run for their lives.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: SANDRA HOYNACKI retired from her nursing job to care for her mother who had Alzheimer’s. Sandy has since become an avid writer, and has already won several contests for her poems and was once invited to read at a Poet’s Convention in Washington, DC. She is the author of two books of poetry: “Purple Latches” and “Whispers from the Ledge.”

“On Call” is her first fiction novel and the sequel, “Encryption’s Wrath,” another medical technological thriller, will debut soon.

Ordering Info for Sandra Hoynacki’s novel, On Call: On Call by Sandra Hoynacki Publisher: Createspace Publication Date: September 2009 ISBN #: 9781479155088 Price: [Print-edition] $20.98; [Ebook-edition] $6.00.

254 pages, and can be purchased through Sandra’s author website: www.SandraHoynacki.com, through Barnes & Noble.com or wherever books are sold.

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ALSO BY SANDRA HOYNACKI! A Book of Poetry and A Book of Poetry and Short Stories Purple Latches And Whispers from the Ledge

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Review of Purple Latches: ****** “I'm familiar with the exemplary life author Sandra Hoynacki leads; her book Purple Latches includes some of the most beautiful poetry your eyes shall ever read and witness.

The words of imagery and artwork shall instill within you an uplifted spirit like none I've ever read in my fifty-eight years on earth.

Each poem opens ones physical senses and starts a movie in the minds eyes where you can leave at the end with the most dynamic thoughts ever perceived in ones written words of truth and mystery.

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honor and privilege to know the Author Sandra Hoynacki, and the sacrifices she makes toward humanity on a daily basis. Thanks for this opportunity to review her book.”

Drawn

from

real-life

experiences

and

creative

visions,

these

collections of poems and short stories by Sandra Hoynacki will inspire, surprise and entertain the most discerning reader.

Ordering Info for Sandra Hoynacki’s books “Purple Latches” and “Whispers from the Ledge”: Purple Latches by Sandra Hoynacki Publisher: Lulu Press Publication Date: June 2007 ISBN #: 9781430322931 Price: [Print-edition] $19.50; [EBook-downloadable edition] $12.00; 158 pages, and can be purchased at: Sandra Hoynacki.com, Lulu Press, Amazon.com, Barnes&Noble.com, or wherever books are sold.

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Whispers from the Ledge by Sandra Hoynacki Publisher: Lulu Press Publication Date: December 2008 ISBN #: 9780557029044 Price: [Print-edition]: $15.17; Not yet available in EBook edition. 148 pages, and can be purchased at: Sandra Hoynacki.com, Lulu Press, Amazon.com, Barnes&Noble.com, or wherever books are sold.

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A Fiction Romance Novel

By ROSALEE WILSON One Priceless Treasure Brad Thompson moves from his home in Florida to Boston, Massachusetts with his family--who are pursuing a new business venture. Brad doesn’t know the extent to how his life is going to change until he meets Connie.

She is every man’s dream girl and he feels special that he becomes her choice. But due to unforeseen circumstances, his dreams begin to crumble and he doesn't know if he can put them back together again.

What drives him away is a misunderstanding but how will he get Connie back, and will he? After years of pain and agony, they reunite once again. If only he had taken the phone call that particular night, their lives could have been happy and years of loneliness could have been avoided.

A sweet romance that everyone can relate too who has ever been in love; remembering that awesome feeling of that first crush! Laughter and tears, this book is a must read and will definitely touch your heart. Author Rosalee Wilson’s latest book is a must-read romance!

Hurry!

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Get Your Copy of “One Priceless Treasure by Rosalee Wilson” Today At Lulu.com!

Ordering Info for “One Priceless Treasure”: One Priceless Treasure by Rosalee Wilson Publisher: Lulu Press Publication Date: 2011 ISBN #: 978-1-257-86522-2 Price: $5.99 EBook-downloadable [PDF]; $20.98 for Print-edition [Hardcover].

ALSO BY ROSALEE WILSON! A Children’s Book

By ROSALEE WILSON A Mushy Mouse Tale

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This is your chance to meet Mushy, the most lovable mouse you will ever meet!

Mushy Mouse is a mouse looking for love and a family to call his own. He struggles with self-confidence and the idea of someone loving a fat mouse like him. But Mushy and an Indian mouse named Feathertail form a bond that will last a lifetime.

With excitement and adventure, “A Mushy Mouse Tale” by Rosalee Wilson will touch your heart forever. A must read!

Mrs. Wilson is an avid writer with an imagination that ignites a spark in children everywhere. She is available for speaking engagements and interviews.

Hurry! Go to www.lulu.com and order your copy of “A Mushy Mouse Tale by Rosalee Wilson” today!

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A Book of Emotive & Inspiring Poetry; a Book of Short Stories, and a Book Series of Inspirational Quotes

By TRISHA MARTIN (aka TRINA MARTIN) My Naked Mind: An Intimate Collection of Poetry Fed Up Woman Trisha’s Treasures: Gems of Inspiration Spirit of the Hawk: Mental Flight (Book 1)

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: TRISHA MARTIN is a published author, poet, entrepreneur, Blog Talk Radio show host, and psychic. Her book publications include “My Naked Mind: An Intimate Collection of Poetry” [April 2005], “Fed Up Woman” [May 2011], “Trisha’s Treasures: Gems of Inspiration” [May 2011], and “Spirit of the Hawk: Mental Flight” [2012]. Having “Fed Up Woman” published was like closing the book on a chapter of her life that ended a long time ago, Trisha reflects. With two of her four children now grown, she plans on spending much more time giving her fans what they want more of. You can visit Trisha over at: http://www.freewebs.com/sayinsomethang Reviews for “My Naked Mind: An Intimate Collection of Poetry”: ***** “The words contained within the pages of author, poet and entrepreneur TRISHA MARTIN’S book are filled with compelling, deep, emotional and inspirational poems that readers should be able to identify with. Each poem is written with clarity as the author pours her heart and soul into her writing. If you're a poetry lover who likes reading personal works of others, this book of poetry is a must-read!” ***** “I have never read poetry so vividly written, taking me on a 101 | The Cat’s Meow for Writers & Readers Magazine October-December 2015

continuous journey from emotion to emotion!”

Ordering Info for “My Naked Mind,” “Fed Up Woman,” “Trisha’s Treasures,” and “Spirit of The Hawk: Mental Flight:” My Naked Mind: An Intimate Collection of Poetry

By Trisha Martin Publisher: Publish America Publication date: April 2005 ISBN #: 1413744540 84 pages; Price: $14.95 Fed Up Woman by Trisha Martin Publisher: Publish America Publication Date: May 2011 ISBN #: 978-1-4560-4946-1; 64 pages; Price: $16.95 Trisha’s Treasures: Gems of Inspiration by Trisha Martin Publisher: Blurb.com Publication date: May 2011 Price: (Paperback-edition) $13.95; (Hardcover, dusk jacket-edition) $29.95 Spirit of the Hawk: Mental Flight by Trisha Martin Publisher: Blurb.com Publication Date: May 2012 89 pages; Price: (Paperback-edition) $22.30

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A Book of Poetry and Short Stories

By ROSANNE CATALANO

The Cat’s Meow for Writers & Readers’ Founder & Publisher (www.thecatsmeowforwritersreaders.com)

MIRRORED IMAGES

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Author, Founder and Publisher ROSANNE CATALANO (RC KAYLA), is pleased to introduce her book Mirrored Images, which is a quick read at 98 pages! It is a book containing the author’s collection of short stories and poems (some fiction, some fact) written for your reading enjoyment and for those who love guessing games!

“Mirrored Images” by Rosanne Catalano begins with a poem about, and dedication to, her late father and still-living-mother and goes into a short story about an experience with bullying in the eighth grade of school to being saved by a guardian angel when the story character was in her mid-30’s. An interesting read in which you, the reader, may want to guess which of her stories are fact or fiction…

Reviews for ‘Mirrored Images’ by Rosanne Catalano: ***** “I purchased a copy of Rosanne Catalano’s book, Mirrored Images, and this short collection of short stories (you will have to try real hard to decide which are fact or fiction), articles and poetry, both touched my heart and made me smile. Rosanne’s book Mirrored Images is truly a great read! It touched me because of the love shown for her parents, God, and her husband. It touched me because I was the kid with glasses who was bullied and picked on and I could feel Rosanne's pain when it happened to her. It touched me because I have lost my parents and her tribute to her father, and mother, brought back all of the good times and love I had with/for my own parents. It touched me because Rosanne, as I feel so many of us are but never put it into words so eloquently, is a survivor. I believe we all have guardian angels and Mirrored Images proves it to all who will listen.

No one but angels could have saved her from bullies in junior high school, have looked over her until she found the perfect mate, and still guide her to this day in her writing craft. These are stories we should not only want to read, enjoy reading, but they are stories we all need to hear. I get a glimpse of the love and courage that Rosanne shows, and shares, in her magazine--and our most welcome online correspondence. Rosanne is writing a continuation of Mirrored Images 104 | The Cat’s Meow for Writers & Readers Magazine October-December 2015

titled Escape and Redemption. I can't wait to read that! But first, my readers, you must read Mirrored Images.”

--Barbara Deming; Author, Writing Instructor, Publisher, and Blogger. ***** “I read Rosanne Catalano’s book Mirrored Images and I love it!!!

She had somewhat of a hard life in some areas and a good one in others. The author had a lot of heartache, with the loss of friends early in her life, and the ridicule and horrendous behaviors of other kids when she was in junior high school. Though it sounds like she had a most wonderful Dad and Grandmother too; her grandmother reminded me so much of my own Grandmother who passed away last year! I enjoyed very much reading all of her different short stories and the poems she included. I really loved reading about her little cheese episode in ‘Christmas With Grandma,’ and her little sneaky trek to the store thinking she could hurriedly fix what she had EATEN…LOL!!!! I LOVED IT--------- And I can still see Rosanne so clearly eating all of the cheese!!!! CONGRATULATIONS TO ROSANNE CATALANO all the way around! I will get her next book soon...I like this book’s title by the way, and the picture of Rosanne on the back cover; she looks so relaxed.”

--Sandra L Hoynacki; Author, Poet and retired-Nurse.

By Mark Rubinstein on Sept 19, 2014: ***** “I read Mirrored Images by Rosanne Catalano in two sittings.

This is an intriguing collection of short stories (10 in all) spearheaded by a lovely poem. In my mind, they are all loosely interconnected, and the author invites the reader to guess which of the stories is true and which is false. To my way of thinking, they are all products of the author's vivid imagination, mixed with elements of true life, as is the case for any author in virtually any fictional genre. Where true life leaves off and fiction begins is always, at best, murky guesswork. The important thing is that Ms. Catalano writes beautifully. I was captured by her prose, and am waiting eagerly for her forthcoming tale, which will be a crime novel. Mirrored Images gets five well-deserved stars.”

--Mark Rubinstein; Crime Fiction & Nonfiction Author and Psychologist **** “Rosanne Catalano’s book, Mirrored Images, was a delightful 105 | The Cat’s Meow for Writers & Readers Magazine October-December 2015

read! I LOVED IT!!!! IF the abuse at school and all was about her, Rosanne has become a beautiful person and woman. I'm so glad she now has a wonderful spouse and her life is filled with love.”

--Carol Dee Meeks; Writer and Poet.

Rosanne Catalano’s next book, Escape and Redemption, will be a continuation of Mirrored Images—which will start off where her last story “Bags to Riches” left off—only as a crime fiction novel rather than a collection of her poetry and short stories. She will be writing as “RC Kayla,” her pen name.

Escape & Redemption by RC Kayla Coming Soon!

Synopsis of Escape & Redemption: Rachelle Norris is escaping a painful past. She lands in the State of Delaware and meets Marie Glück, a homeless woman whom Rachelle saves from dying of a heart attack; changing Marie Glück’s life forever.

Both Rachelle Norris and Marie Glück are redeemed from their pasts after opening up a small business and fighting for it against those who practice bullying, imminent domain takeovers, and murder.

Be sure to pick up your copy of “Mirrored Images” today at Lulu Press, BarnesandNoble.com, Amazon.com, or at Rosanne’s website: www.thecatsmeowforwritersreaders.com Ordering Info for Mirrored Images: Mirrored Images by Rosanne Catalano Publisher: Jane W. (Lulu Press) Publication Date: January 2007; Revised 2013 106 | The Cat’s Meow for Writers & Readers Magazine October-December 2015

ISBN-10: 978-1-304-66346-7 ISBN-13: 978-1-257-40573-2 Price: [Print-edition] $13.20; [Nook-edition] $6.00; [Kindle-edition] $5.00; 112 pages, and can be purchased at Lulu Press, Amazon.com, Barnes&Noble.com or at www.thecatsmeowforwritersreaders.com

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LETTERS TO THE PUBLISHER: If you have a question, would like to make a suggestion on something you would like to see in this magazine, or just want to tell us about an article, poem or story you have read here, send an email to: The Publisher’s Box™ (ctrosanne@verizon.net) And let us know your thoughts, questions, news or anything else you want to talk with us about. The Publisher, Rosanne Catalano, will be sure to respond in a timely manner.

TO SUBMIT YOUR WRITING: Send your fiction & nonfiction short stories, poetry, haikus, flash fiction, essays, and/or helpful nonfiction articles, but please do follow the Submission Guidelines set forth on the publisher’s website: www.thecatsmeowforwritersreaders.com/to-submit-your-writing.html.

Remember, submissions must be sent within the body of our Submit Form! Do not send submissions as an attachment. And please do provide a resource box and / or author bio along with your work. Every single submission is read and will be responded to within a year. We accept submissions year-round. Thank you and keep on writing!

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HOW SOME ARE SUPPORTING THE CAT’S MEOW FOR WRITERS & READERS MAGAZINE: In each magazine issue, and within author Rosanne Catalano’s website, there are links to various businesses and literary magazines such as Amazon.com, First Writer.com, Filbert Publishing, Angie’s DIARY (#1 Online Magazine for Professional and Aspiring Writers), and many others that are also on the Helpful Sites For You page of Rosanne’s literary magazine website. When purchasing products through these links, it helps support The Cat’s Meow for Writers & Readers and keep your subscription free! Thank you for your support throughout the years.

The Cat’s Meow for Writers & Readers Magazine is dedicated to: RIP my beloved babies in Heaven (now angels): RACHEL RENĖE: May 23, 1999 – March 14, 2001.

BABY: Dec 18, 1978 – December 18, 1978.

BABY: Aug 21, 1976 – August 21, 1976.

RIP my beloved dear family and dear good friends in Heaven (now angels): CARMAN CATALANO: Feb 9, 1924 – October 13, 2005.

ANNA POLLICINO-CATALANO (nee’ INZINNA): Jun 13, 1922 – March 10, 2011.

HAROLD CLINTON WELCH: Jan 26, 1930 – August 2, 2005.

PAULINE INFRANCO (nee’ MULLĖ): Feb 10, 1906 – June 18, 1993.

JOSEPH INFRANCO: Oct 29, 1933 – April 2, 1997.

ROSE ANNA SCHOENE (nee’ INFRANCO): Mar 1, 1925 – October 17, 2014.

DORBY SAFFRIN: Sept 30, 1955 – May 27, 2015.

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Direct URL: http://www.thecatsmeowforwritersreaders.com Copyright ©2004-2015 Rosanne Renée Catalano (aka RC Kayla); Founder & Publisher. ISSN# 2237-65. Queens, NY 11379. ©All rights reserved. ©All copyrights remain with the respective creators of material in this magazine and on the site (the publisher has no enduring rights over future printings and/or publications except her own work).

No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in or introduced into a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form, or by any means (electronic,

mechanical,

photocopying,

recording,

or

otherwise),

without prior written permission of both the copyright owner and the above publisher of this magazine: ctrosanne@verizon.net The Cat's Meow for Writers & Readers Magazine accepts no liability expressed or implied, for any advertisement, editorial or products contained within. The views expressed in the stories, poetry, essays, articles, and other writings included in this magazine are those of the authors and not necessarily those of this magazine or its publisher.

The Cat's Meow for Writers & Readers Magazine®™ Is an independently-owned and operated literary magazine supported by readers like you, and by grants and corporate sponsorships from various organizations and companies; some of which are listed on the "Helpful Sites for You" page of Rosanne Catalano’s website.

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