E.Michael Helms's Blog: Michael's Musings, page 11

I'M NOW A TWIT ON TWITTER!

I've finally given in an started an account on Twitter.com. Come follow me and my adventurous, exciting life at:
&EMichaelHelms

And don't forget to enter the giveaways!

THE PROUD BASTARDS Giveaway up and running!

Just checked and see we already have 111 people who have entered to receive one of three autographed copies of my Vietnam memoir, THE PROUD BASTARDS. Thanks to you who have entered, and looking for many more! --Michael

NEW GIVEAWAY COMING!!!

Beginning October 1 and continuing throughout the month I'll be offering three (3) autographed copies of my Vietnam memoir, THE PROUD BASTARDS.
Here is a blurb about the book:

"As powerful and compelling a battlefield memoir as any ever written, Helms's "grunt's-eye" view of the Vietnam War, the men who fought it, and the mindless chaos that surrounded it, is truly a modern military classic."

My memoir has been in print for over twenty years. The current publisher is Simon and Shuster/Pocket Star. Good luck to all who enter! Thanks! --Michael

PLEASE SUPPORT "FIGHTING FOR DAVID" -- A VERY WORTHY CAUSE!!!

ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE SALE OF THIS BOOK GO TO THE WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT.

"FIGHTING FOR DAVID" calls us to remember that the most important ingredient in healing is love. David's story of love and healing has been an inspiration to the wounded warriors I serve. The generous donation of this book to the men and women of Walter Reed Army Medical Center has contributed to the spiritual and physical health of our Army and nation.

CHAPLAIN (CAPTAIN) DAVID W. PETERS
Medical Center Brigade Chaplain

From the Author, Leone Nunley: My reason for revising my book "FIGHTING FOR DAVID" is to raise funds to help our American Heroes, who are coming home from the war with severe TBI and other grave injuries.

The book has strong endorsements from Walter Reed, WW Projects, Lee Woodruff, and about five others.

The Wounded Warrior Project does so many wonderful things for the families with their family camps. I am praying the books will sell well so I can give as much as possible. To receive an autographed copy ($14.99), please call me at: 509-965-1490.

Thank you in advance for supporting this worthy cause for our American Heroes.


Synopsis:

Persistent vegetative state—that was the term doctors used to describe the condition of Leone Nunley’s handsome young son David following a horrific motorcycle crash. When doctors were prepared to give up hope for his recovery, Leone determined to fight for David’s future.

In this powerfully inspiring story, Leone shares her many trials—legal, financial, emotional, and spiritual—and amazing ways that faith helped her, and David, overcome. She also offers a unique and personal perspective on many of the questions raised by highly publicized cases such as that of Terri Schiavo: How much potential has God given the human brain to adapt in the wake of trauma? What is the dividing line between hope and hopelessness? When is life worth fighting for? How much time, effort, and money is enough to invest in attempts at rehabilitation—and how much is too much?

If you’ve ever wondered whether faith and persistence can be more powerful than a doctor’s diagnosis, look inside. You’ll find remarkable lessons on choosing hope over despair, opting for hard work over giving up, and erring on the side of love.

BOOK WINNER FOUND

Thanks to Meg of the Goodreads staff, the lost winner (one of five) has been found. Bryan, your book will be on the way soon. I'd sure like to hear from the other winners (thank you, Cindi) soon to make sure your books arrived safely. Happy reading!

GIVEAWAY WINNER'S BOOK RETURNED

The book for one of the 5 winners of my recent giveaway of OF BLOOD AND BROTHERS: BOOK ONE, was returned. Bryan True or his wife (can't recall her name), please contact me with your proper address. I've searched for you on Goodreads, but can't find you listed as a member. If anybody knows how to help, please contact me. Thanks.

BOOKS ARE ON THE WAY!

OF BLOOD AND BROTHERS: BOOK ONE has been mailed to the five (5) winners. If you enjoy the book I hope you'll post a brief review on Goodreads and other venues of your choice. Thanks again to all who participated. Another giveaway will be coming soon!

OF BLOOD AND BROTHERS READY TO SEND!

OF BLOOD AND BROTHERS: BOOK ONE will be in Wednesday's mail. Congratulations again to the five (5) winners, and if you enjoy the book I be very appreciative if you'd post a brief review at Goodreads and any other venues you wish.

To the over 1,100 who came up empty, I sure hope some of you will give the book a shot. It's now available at Amazon and Barnes and Noble (and other stores) in print and e-book formats.

Book Two is due to ride in March 2014. Be on the lookout for it! Thanks!

AND THE WINNERS ARE!!!

Winners of Book One of my 2-part Civil War saga OF BLOOD AND BROTHERS are:

Becky Wollenslegel, of OH

Cindi Altman, of PA

Jim Camp, of WI

Aubrey Beckwith, of OH

Bryan True, of TN

Congratulations! Your autographed book will be sent next week.

Thank you to the over 1100 people who participated. I appreciate it, one and all. I hope to announce another giveaway soon. Thanks!

TOMORROW IS ZERO HOUR!!!

The giveaway of my Civil War Novel, OF BLOOD AND BROTHERS: BOOK ONE ends tomorrow. We're currently at over 900 entrants -- hoping to top 1,000 before the deadline! Thanks to all who've entered, and good luck to everyone!