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Alexander Ruiz

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Alexander Ruiz has always wanted to share his stories with the world. As a kid he would write elaborate outlines and spend weeks drawing the characters he created. Originally looking to write comic books, his attention shifted to novels and he became motivated to complete a book. Alex now sits at home and in coffee shops across Austin to once again complete a book. When he's not writing, he is traveling, reading, or exploring Austin with his daughter and two dogs. Empyrean is his first published novel. ...more

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Alexander Ruiz I'm currently working on a YA political fantasy novel. With everything that's going on in our country's political climate, I've been inspired to write…moreI'm currently working on a YA political fantasy novel. With everything that's going on in our country's political climate, I've been inspired to write a response to what I see and hear. I'm hoping to have it completed by the end of the year. (less)

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Alexander Ruiz I read a lot of books and a ton of articles on politics, science, and entertainment. If I come across an idea that I feel I can flesh out or that hasn…moreI read a lot of books and a ton of articles on politics, science, and entertainment. If I come across an idea that I feel I can flesh out or that hasn't been explored as thoroughly as I feel it can be, I will start to put together ideas on how I can make a story out of those thoughts. If once I organize my thoughts I feel like I have a unique story to tell I will begin writing until I come to a point where I feel I have said everything I wanted to say. Sometimes an actual story comes of it, sometimes it just becomes something else to add to my stack of notes. (less)

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	Empyrean 4.15 avg rating — 13 ratings — published 2015 — 6 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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I marched this Saturday in Austin for my daughter's equality, for my wife's equality, for all women to have the same respect and freedom as any man. I am a proud feminist. I am so glad that I had the privilege to participate in this event. I was so happy to have been able to support all the women in this country that stood up together as one and demanded to be heard and respected.

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Doctor Sleep (The Shining, #2)

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