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J.W. Metcalf

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I'm happily married to a wonderful wife, Heather. I have two beautiful children that I am very proud of. They keep me busy around the house but I don't mind.

I have been working for the United States Postal Service since 1999. It's a job and it gets crazy at times. I'm proud to work for them (most nights), but I have to admit. They aren't the brightest of the bunch when it comes to certain things.

I have always loved to write since I've been seven years old. I still have my first story I ever wrote in school. One day I'll scan it and put it up here for the world to see.

I have a busy life at home. I work overnights and my wife works afternoons, so I sleep 3-5 hours if I'm lucky and then I have my kids the rest of the day. I find time to write
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J.W. Metcalf For me, it's making people happy for a short while when they read one of my books and enjoy it. Knowing that someone spent 2-4 hours reading something…moreFor me, it's making people happy for a short while when they read one of my books and enjoy it. Knowing that someone spent 2-4 hours reading something I wrote and enjoyed it is the best feeling in the world.(less)
J.W. Metcalf You've heard it from everyone that writes. Read a lot and write often. Always find time to write. Don't worry about mistakes or making it perfect(that…moreYou've heard it from everyone that writes. Read a lot and write often. Always find time to write. Don't worry about mistakes or making it perfect(that's what editing and re-writes are for). Just continue putting the words on the page until it is done.(less)
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“I don't go looking for trouble it always finds me, but I do ok. You know that guns are a necessity in my line of work.”
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“You've got to be kidding me. A comic reading, gaming nerd, broke into my home and office for no reason! - Tony talking to himself while searching someone's house.”
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“I'm Tony Gavel. You got the right place. The maid had the day off today”
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message 4: by J.W. (last edited Jan 16, 2015 04:38AM)

J.W. Metcalf Hey Everyone,
I running a promotion on amazon to give away my Gone Fishing novel (Kindle Edition) for three days free starting 1/18- 1/20. if you're interested check it out. I only ask that you write a review if you do download it. A few sentences are all that is needed. Thank you. I hope you enjoy it.
Sincerely,
JW Metcalf


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J.W. Metcalf Good luck everyone who joined my giveaway. I hope you enjoy the book.


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J.W. Metcalf Welcome ;-)


Lucy Qhuay Thanks for the friend invite, J.! :)


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