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My writing career began as a freelance writer as well as the creator and writer of a business newsletter. Public speaking and writing speeches are what led me to dig deep and find my true passion – writing young adult novels. My debut novel, ALTERED, a young adult paranormal romance mystery is now available.

When I'm not writing or just being me, I work for the Boys & Girls Club teaching “Get Real About Violence” an anti-bullying course to local elementary school children. Several months out of the year, I work with middle school students in a Youth Legislature Program. I live in the beautiful Deep South of Louisiana with my husband, our two children (ages 16 & 20) two dogs and a cat who allows us to share his home.

I love old movies...more


It's been a while since I've blogged. And to be honest, I feel like an old friend as just come to visit...or at least come to say hey for a short bit of luck.



March 17th is St. Patrick's Day, and if you have a little green running through your veins like me, it's a good reason to smile. Most associate the day with wearing green, drinking green beer, going to a parade, and eating something green... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on March 15, 2013 14:34 • 18 views
Average rating: 4.06 · 65 ratings · 31 reviews · 1 distinct work · Similar authors
Altered
4.06 of 5 stars 4.06 avg rating — 65 ratings — published 2011 — 3 editions

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" Very captivating and keeps the reader guessing. I would advise any young adult to read, Altered! "
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"Joel wrote: "I'm not Irish. Tried to do a character with an Irish accent once, it didn't work out well. Happy St. Patrick's to you just the same."

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"Why did you start writing?It’s just something that I’ve always done, even as a kid. Why do you keep writing?Because I can’t not do it.  How has your life experiences influenced your writing?Growing up in a small town greatly influenced my latest r..." Read more of this blog post »
Laura Burks said "yes" to attending The Crimson Hunt Giveaway!
date: January 01, 2013 12:00AM
location: What's Beyond Forks? Blog, The United States
description: Win 1 eBook copy of The Crimson Hunt (Book One: Eldaen Light Chronicles). Open International. Enter at the blog! Good luck!


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Laura said: Thanks for the invite. Beautiful cover!
"Thanks Jia!"
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“Just because you can make a choice, doesn’t mean you should. Some things are better left alone.”
Laura Burks, Altered

“Every decision we make in our life, for
whatever reason we make it, molds us as who we are. What matters is what you do with it.”
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“I fear...someone knowing all my secrets." --Jess Parkin, page 62,”
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Cover to Cover Ch...: Michelle (shelli_m)'s 250 in 2011! 173 74 Dec 29, 2011 07:37am  
“I fear...someone knowing all my secrets." --Jess Parkin, page 62,”
Laura Burks, Altered

“To die would be an awfully big adventure.”
J.M. Barrie, Peter Pan

“Every decision we make in our life, for
whatever reason we make it, molds us as who we are. What matters is what you do with it.”
Laura Burks, Altered

“I wanted to like him, and yet, a small part of me needed to fear him.”
Laura Burks, Altered

“Just because you can make a choice, doesn’t mean you should. Some things are better left alone.”
Laura Burks, Altered

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message 16: by Laura

Laura Burks Jia wrote: "heyy Laura check my review out!!and very Happy Birthday to Altered!I am all praises for it!lovely book!:)"

Hey!! You are so very kind, Jia. I'm going to read your review right now. Thanks for being so excited. :)


message 15: by Jia

Jia yousuf heyy Laura check my review out!!and very Happy Birthday to Altered!I am all praises for it!lovely book!:)


message 14: by Laura

Laura Burks Jia wrote: "Laura!!! *jumping around with excitement* finally i have the book in my possession!!!!im gonna start reading it like 2day!:) stay tuned for my review!!!!!!
it wont be too long!:D"


Jia!! It's so good to hear from you. I'm very excited you have Altered and you're ready to read. Looking forward to your review. Have a great weekend!!!


message 13: by Jia

Jia yousuf Laura!!! *jumping around with excitement* finally i have the book in my possession!!!!im gonna start reading it like 2day!:) stay tuned for my review!!!!!!
it wont be too long!:D


message 12: by Jia

Jia yousuf Laura wrote: "Jia wrote: "Laura wrote: "Thanks, Jia. You're an amazing person and I'm so glad to get to know you."



thanx alot Laura!!!!im glad 2 to know u!!!ur an amazing author!!!i juss read excerpt frm d bo..."


Laura wrote: "Jia wrote: "Laura wrote: "Thanks, Jia. You're an amazing person and I'm so glad to get to know you."



thanx alot Laura!!!!im glad 2 to know u!!!ur an amazing author!!!i juss read excerpt frm d bo..."



my pleasure always Laura!


message 11: by Laura

Laura Burks Jia wrote: "Laura wrote: "Thanks, Jia. You're an amazing person and I'm so glad to get to know you."



thanx alot Laura!!!!im glad 2 to know u!!!ur an amazing author!!!i juss read excerpt frm d book....nd its..."


Thanks again, Jia, for so many wonderful compliments! :)


message 10: by Jia

Jia yousuf Laura wrote: "Thanks, Jia. You're an amazing person and I'm so glad to get to know you."



thanx alot Laura!!!!im glad 2 to know u!!!ur an amazing author!!!i juss read excerpt frm d book....nd its awesome,beautiful,amazing!!!!


message 9: by Laura

Laura Burks Thanks, Jia. You're an amazing person and I'm so glad to get to know you.


message 8: by Jia

Jia yousuf Laura wrote: "Hey Jia!

I'm so happy you finally have Altered!!! You've made my day. Hope you enjoy! :)"




my happiness has no boundaries Laura!!!!im finally gonna read it!!!happy 2 know this news made ur day!:D yes i will surely enjoy!!:D


message 7: by Laura

Laura Burks Hey Jia!

I'm so happy you finally have Altered!!! You've made my day. Hope you enjoy! :)


message 6: by Jia

Jia yousuf U know WAT??????i am finally getting Altered!!!!!im so freaking HAPPY!!!!!!!!!!:D


message 5: by Jia

Jia yousuf Laura wrote: "Jia wrote: "Laura wrote: "I'm smiling over here at you. :)"

are u smiling at me?:)"

Of course I am! :)"


awww!!!!even im smiling:)!


message 4: by Laura

Laura Burks Jia wrote: "Laura wrote: "I'm smiling over here at you. :)"

are u smiling at me?:)"


Of course I am! :)


message 3: by Jia

Jia yousuf Laura wrote: "I'm smiling over here at you. :)"

are u smiling at me?:)


message 2: by Laura

Laura Burks I'm smiling over here at you. :)


message 1: by Jia

Jia yousuf u should not say thanx... i shud say thanx!


SO thanks for accepting my friend request!:D


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