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My next novel is now available for pre-order as an ebook on Amazon. The Half Light of Leaving is a story about parting and arriving, about two strangers traveling different roads through a bruised and beautiful America, and the quiet grace of being seen.
Set in the shadowed hollows and the deep, storied forests of the Appalachian Mountains, and along the steel lines of the railroads, this nove Read more of this blog post »
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"The Raffle Baby was a heart felt story of the lives of children turned out on their own during the Great Depression. It follows the story of one boy, not yet a teen, and the friends who kept him safe and shared his experiences. It is page turner and "
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"The Raffle Baby is a novel that quietly builds its power Subtle at first, then impossible to put down. At its center is one striking truth:
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| Worth the wait! This sequel is just as stunning as the first book, "Moon of the Crusted Snow." I settled easily into the story and immersed myself fully into the new world of the characters. Felt like I was reuniting with old friends and making new o ...more | |
“love is the carousel horse with the chipped ear and the faded paint. Despite the wear and tear, its course remains steady. And its eyes do not close, though the merry-go-round music might be harder to hear. In mature love, there is a lot of room for other pursuits. There is more time on the golf course. You can finally sleep”
― The Raffle Baby
― The Raffle Baby
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