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Gale Martin
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born
July 21, 1958
in Reading, PA, The United States
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This week my debut novel, DON JUAN IN HANKEY, PA, was named a finalist in the 2012 National Indie Author Excellence Awards (NIEA).
Writers reading this post know how many hurdles you encounter and strive to--no, have to--clear to write and publish a novel. Sometimes you never get past hurdle #1.
So, an industry award like this is a true honor, and I am proud to accept it on behalf of my team (Tod...
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Don Juan in Hankey, PA
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DON JUAN IN HANKEY, PA (Literature & Fiction)
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The first chapter of my contemporary novel -- a humorous and mysterious retelling of the Don Juan legend set in small-town USA.
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"What a clever book. Voice is super strong, and a bit self deprecating. I have a feeling I'm gong to really like this vampire story.
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location: http://www.book-snobs.blogspot.com, The United States description: The brilliant Addison Moore, author of The Celestra Series has graced my page with one ah-mazing interview! She's also giving away FIVE copies of Ethereal, book one in the series and a SIGNED BOOKMARK! Don't miss your chance to read her brilliance, and WIN! Gale said: sounds like fun!! |
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A riot. Who would have thought that small-town opera could provide such fodder for a novel? Anyone who loves opera or quirky small towns should definitely read it.
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