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Coast To Coast With A Cat and A Ghost
New book brings readers along as author drives motor home across country to new stage of her life
“Coast to Coast with A Cat and A Ghost” by Judy Howard follows author’s cross-country journey and her struggle with loss
SUN CITY, Calif. – “Coast to Coast with A Cat and A Ghost” (ISBN 1461153786), an autobiographical account by Judy Howard, follows the author’s road trip across country after the death of her loving yet at times abusive husband.
When her husband of twenty-five years, Jack, passes away, Howard is faced with an overwhelming sense of loss. She takes to the road in her Winnebago on a journey of self-discovery aaccompanied by her cat, Sportster, and Jack Incarnate, a life-size stuffed doll she creates with an eerie resemblance to her late husband. During their travels she and Sportster experience the beauty of the land as she resolves her troubled memories through conversations with the doll. She comes to terms with her deep love for her husband despite the abuse that was part of their relationship and discovers how she became a stronger woman for it.
“The book is a narrative, both of physical travel and of emotional and spiritual evolvement,” says Howard. “It leads the reader through the hills and valleys and provides insights to fear and bravery.”
Howard aims to weave an emotionally-charged narrative with humorous anecdotes and a unique perspective on life, engaging and inspiring the reader. She looks to take the readers on a ride into her new stage of life, through the joys of travel, over unexpected bumps in the road with glimpses of the world through her eyes and even the eyes of her cat to a final destination that is hope.
“Coast to Coast with A Cat and A Ghost” is available for sale online at Amazon.com and other channels.
About the Author
Judy Howard started grooming dogs in her parents’ basement at the age of eleven. After spending her adult life working in this profession, she was inspired after her husband’s death to pursue writing, something she had always wanted to do. “Coast to Coast with A Cat and A Ghost” is her first novel. Howard resides in Sun City, California. She has already begun the second book in her newfound career.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Judy Howard
E-mail: jhoward1935@gmail.com
Web: www.sportsterandme.com
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“Coast to Coast with A Cat and A Ghost” by Judy Howard follows author’s cross-country journey and her struggle with loss
SUN CITY, Calif. – “Coast to Coast with A Cat and A Ghost” (ISBN 1461153786), an autobiographical account by Judy Howard, follows the author’s road trip across country after the death of her loving yet at times abusive husband.
When her husband of twenty-five years, Jack, passes away, Howard is faced with an overwhelming sense of loss. She takes to the road in her Winnebago on a journey of self-discovery aaccompanied by her cat, Sportster, and Jack Incarnate, a life-size stuffed doll she creates with an eerie resemblance to her late husband. During their travels she and Sportster experience the beauty of the land as she resolves her troubled memories through conversations with the doll. She comes to terms with her deep love for her husband despite the abuse that was part of their relationship and discovers how she became a stronger woman for it.
“The book is a narrative, both of physical travel and of emotional and spiritual evolvement,” says Howard. “It leads the reader through the hills and valleys and provides insights to fear and bravery.”
Howard aims to weave an emotionally-charged narrative with humorous anecdotes and a unique perspective on life, engaging and inspiring the reader. She looks to take the readers on a ride into her new stage of life, through the joys of travel, over unexpected bumps in the road with glimpses of the world through her eyes and even the eyes of her cat to a final destination that is hope.
“Coast to Coast with A Cat and A Ghost” is available for sale online at Amazon.com and other channels.
About the Author
Judy Howard started grooming dogs in her parents’ basement at the age of eleven. After spending her adult life working in this profession, she was inspired after her husband’s death to pursue writing, something she had always wanted to do. “Coast to Coast with A Cat and A Ghost” is her first novel. Howard resides in Sun City, California. She has already begun the second book in her newfound career.
MEDIA CONTACT:
Judy Howard
E-mail: jhoward1935@gmail.com
Web: www.sportsterandme.com
REVIEW COPIES AND INTERVIEWS AVAILABLE
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238 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 18, 2011
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The author, Judy Howard has crossed over from the reality of her first book, COAST TO COAST WITH A CAT AND A GHOST, and driven into a fictional world of mystery and romance with her second book , GOING HOME WITH A CAT AND A GHOST. MASADA'S MARINE, The Story Of A Service Dog and Her Wounded Marine Warrior, has just been released.
The real Judy Howard resides in Sun City, California with her cat Sportster when they are not touring the country in her motorhome. Howard is currently, working on her fourth book, Volume Two of The Masada Series
The author, Judy Howard has crossed over from the reality of her first book, COAST TO COAST WITH A CAT AND A GHOST, and driven into a fictional world of mystery and romance with her second book , GOING HOME WITH A CAT AND A GHOST. MASADA'S MARINE, The Story Of A Service Dog and Her Wounded Marine Warrior, has just been released.
The real Judy Howard resides in Sun City, California with her cat Sportster when they are not touring the country in her motorhome. Howard is currently, working on her fourth book, Volume Two of The Masada Series
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October 1, 2018
Really loved this story! As my husband and I are also full-time RVers, Judy Howard's book was especially good on two perspectives: that of a widow launching out on her own to show herself she could do it, and from the viewpoint of a fellow full-time RVer (with my husband).
I love the way she writes about her cat and inserts the part about what the "ghost" says. I particularly related to the route she took to Florida as it's the same one we followed to Georgia and nodded at many of her observations about the landmarks she passes along the way.
I'm already looking forward to her next book! Brava, Judy Howard! Great job!
I love the way she writes about her cat and inserts the part about what the "ghost" says. I particularly related to the route she took to Florida as it's the same one we followed to Georgia and nodded at many of her observations about the landmarks she passes along the way.
I'm already looking forward to her next book! Brava, Judy Howard! Great job!
December 16, 2020
This is a wonderful travelogue and a memoir of grief. Ms. Howard's descriptions of the sites on her journey are mesmerizing. Her memories--good and bad--of her marriage to Jack add richness to her travels. I too am a widow and RVer and have imagined my husbands comments if her was riding with me. The strength and confidence that she gains on her trip are the highlight of the book.
May 2, 2013
I believe this book would be particularly interesting to a recent widow. Judy's honest and forthright candor about the marriage and sorting out these feelings after his death. I felt like I was in the RV with her and seeing all that she saw. Her descriptions of the areas she visited were painted with words I could see. I know what courage it takes to drive long distances alone as I too have done that many times.
February 7, 2013
Somewhere along the pages this book switched from a straightforward memoir into a suspenseful who-done-it romance novel. Many novelists try something new, and fall short. It was refreshing to read something that breaks the mold, and is as honest as it is unpretentious. I thought about this story a lot since finishing it.
August 27, 2016
I really enjoyed this memoir. Being near her age and wondering if something happened to my spouse, what would I do? It's great to know that you just have to pick up and take control of your life in whatever way is good for you. Even if you have the jitters. Loved the cat and the other traveling companion. What a great idea Jack Incarnate was. Looking forward to getting the fictional sequel.
May 3, 2013
Very funny and uplifting book about how to take risks when adversity strikes you.
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