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Jo Ann V. Glim

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Winner of the Florida Writers Association 2014 Royal Palm Literary Award - First Place, Biography (Published) for Begotten With Love: Every Family Has Its Story

NEW RELEASE SEP 24, 2019 Trapped Within: A True Story of Survival, Recovery, Love, and Hope.

Jo Ann Glim
Glim's professional career began as a disc jockey/copywriter for the Chicago all-girl jazz radio station WSDM-FM.

She's been a freelance writer for over forty years and has written two books: the award-winning Begotten With Love and the newly released Trapped Within.

She now lives in Florida with her husband, Bill, and their Scottish Terrier, Lucy. Her passions are writing, photography, travel, and handbells. Two things she loves as much as her family: a Chicago thin-crust pizza, and
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Jo Ann V. Glim Unfortunately, the people in the book that were my inspiration (mother and grandparents) have long passed away. I'm sure they would not think of thems…moreUnfortunately, the people in the book that were my inspiration (mother and grandparents) have long passed away. I'm sure they would not think of themselves as being special. They were humble and practical people, like so many of that generation. That in itself was the biggest inspiration of all. Thank you for asking.(less)
Jo Ann V. Glim I have a number of indie author friends who have published this year. I'm looking forward to reading their works.…moreI have a number of indie author friends who have published this year. I'm looking forward to reading their works.(less)
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THE BEAUTY of WRITING SHORT STORIES

Telling a story is the most important responsibility a writer has to the craft. 

A writer is the medium between thoughts and the written word. It begins as a rumination percolating through the channels of the mind and morphs into a life-form all its own as it's put onto paper. 
Ninety-nine percent of those who dream of writing a novel never reach that goal. It's a daunting task but one that can be a Read more of this blog post »
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“A personal journey is part of the generational relay. Live your legacy then pass it on.”
Jo Ann V. Glim

“Every breath a blessing... Every day a gift!”
Jo Ann Glim

“Kintsugi is based on the belief that something broken is stronger and more beautiful because of its imperfections, the history attached to it, and its altered state. Instead of hiding what’s been damaged, the shards are mended with a special resin mixed with gold dust. The bonded seams become an intrinsic part of the ceramic and add a personalized, one-of-a-kind beauty through its imperfections.”
Jo Ann V. Glim, Begotten with Love: Every Family Has Its Story

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“There are years that ask questions and years that answer.”
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“Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: only love can do that.”
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“Logic will get you from A to Z; imagination will get you everywhere.”
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“A personal journey is part of the generational relay. Live your legacy then pass it on.”
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Jo Glim Michael wrote: "Jo Ann, thanks for connecting on Goodreads. Wishing you continued success with Begotten with Love. My last novel, Goodbye Emily, was a Boomer Lit monthly selection. My newly released novel, is The ..."

It sounds like a good read. I'll add it to my list. My best to you as well.


Michael Murphy Jo Ann, thanks for connecting on Goodreads. Wishing you continued success with Begotten with Love. My last novel, Goodbye Emily, was a Boomer Lit monthly selection. My newly released novel, is The Yankee Club, a Prohibition-era mystery. I hope you'll consider adding it to your to read list. https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...


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