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The Release of "Drifting", Reflections, and Other Things
It's been awhile since my last post... a couple of months actually. My absence, however, was not without reason. About a week ago I released my second book,Drifting which is a direct sequel to I'm Only Human After All. The story follows immediately after where the first left off and details my battles with peer pressure, self-esteem, and ultimately finding my own identity. Not giving to much away, I start to hang out with the wrong crowd and try to fit in for the shake of popularity and choices are made.
Thus far in my journey it has been a blessing working on these books and seeing how it has positively affected others. Since the initial release of I'm Only Human After All I have been featured in web articles, magazines, radio shows, blogs, a documentary aired by MTV, and other sources of media discussing my views on the issue of bullying and other issues that young adults face. Most recently, the book has made its way into the school system. Already I've been contacted by a quite a few teachers who have read I'm Only Human After All and implemented my story into their classroom. Hopefully in the futureDriftingfollows in its footsteps. Regardless,it's humbling to know that through my trials I can be a light to others. Its one of my main motivators behind why I write and I will continue to do so until I no longer have anything to give. For everyone who has been supporting me thus far, thank you.
Until next time,
Alex I. Rogers
Airobooks@gmail.com
Thus far in my journey it has been a blessing working on these books and seeing how it has positively affected others. Since the initial release of I'm Only Human After All I have been featured in web articles, magazines, radio shows, blogs, a documentary aired by MTV, and other sources of media discussing my views on the issue of bullying and other issues that young adults face. Most recently, the book has made its way into the school system. Already I've been contacted by a quite a few teachers who have read I'm Only Human After All and implemented my story into their classroom. Hopefully in the futureDriftingfollows in its footsteps. Regardless,it's humbling to know that through my trials I can be a light to others. Its one of my main motivators behind why I write and I will continue to do so until I no longer have anything to give. For everyone who has been supporting me thus far, thank you.
Until next time,
Alex I. Rogers
Airobooks@gmail.com
My University Newspaper Did A Story On Me! (Check it out!) =0
Student novelist publishes second book
Alex Rogers leaves college a twice published author
*original post link http://www.lionsroarnews.com/a-e/stud...
A graduating senior, who also happens to be a novelist, published his second novel earlier this month, titled “Drifting” continuing his “Empowerment” series.
Alex Rogers began writing in 2008 with a desire to share his insight and life experience with the world. The first novel, “I’m only Human After All,” as well as “Drifting” are based on Rogers early adolescent struggles with bullying, identity, confidence and self-esteem. Published by CreateSpace Independent Book Platform, “Drifing” was released April 2.
“I wrote the series for other kids who are going through the same thing in that age group,” said Rogers. “I want them to gain their own confidence and self-esteem. The novels are a source of inspiration for other people, like a beacon of light for people who are going through things.”
A direct sequel to the first novel, “Drifting” takes place after Rogers comes out of being bullied, and focuses on identity crisis.
“Drifting is mainly about how I got taken up by a more popular kid at school,” said Rogers. “I came to a choice where I had to decide if I wanted to keep going along a bad path with him or come into being my own person. It’s about how I came to be who I am today and how I gathered my self-esteem. I came out of the crowd to be my own person.”
The “Empowerment” series was written as a memoir with inspirational undertones.
“While the themes Alex is talking about are not by any means simple, the way he presents what he is trying to say is very simple and straightforward,” said Devan Hariford, a senior history major. “You can really feel him talking to you through the pages. I think almost anyone could read ‘Drifting’ and get something from it.”
The first two novels target the middle school and high school demographic. Most recently, Northumberland High School of Virginia featured “I’m Only Human After All” as the schools’ common read in an anti-bullying campaign.
“If the goal was to enlighten people on the issues of peer pressure and finding yourself, I believe that it did a fantastic job of achieving its goal,” stated Kara Barnes, a teacher at Otken Elementary in Mississippi, in a book review on goodreads.com. “The author did a wonderful job of making the story very relatable. It is easy to see how others can apply this story to their life.”
While Rogers’ originally intended to write a trilogy, he now considers lengthening the series to cover more recent years of college life.
“I’m keeping the third novel a secret, and I’m also thinking about turning it into a five-novel series,” said Rogers. “The third book will focus on the end of high school and the beginning of college. That novel will be more applicable to college students.”
While Rogers’ current success as a writer is apparent, the early days of writing were met with obstacles of disbelief.
“When I started this thing, I was 18 or 19 years old. I wanted to take the experience that I’d gained from life and make something of it. I had a lot of people who didn’t believe I could do it,” said Rogers. “But now, I’ve written two books, and I’m changing lives through them. I consider myself to be a visionary because people couldn’t see it done, but I made a path and walked through it.”
Both novels can be purchased on Amazon.com. For more information regarding the series, contact Rogers at airobooks@gmail.com.
Alex Rogers leaves college a twice published author
*original post link http://www.lionsroarnews.com/a-e/stud...
A graduating senior, who also happens to be a novelist, published his second novel earlier this month, titled “Drifting” continuing his “Empowerment” series.
Alex Rogers began writing in 2008 with a desire to share his insight and life experience with the world. The first novel, “I’m only Human After All,” as well as “Drifting” are based on Rogers early adolescent struggles with bullying, identity, confidence and self-esteem. Published by CreateSpace Independent Book Platform, “Drifing” was released April 2.
“I wrote the series for other kids who are going through the same thing in that age group,” said Rogers. “I want them to gain their own confidence and self-esteem. The novels are a source of inspiration for other people, like a beacon of light for people who are going through things.”
A direct sequel to the first novel, “Drifting” takes place after Rogers comes out of being bullied, and focuses on identity crisis.
“Drifting is mainly about how I got taken up by a more popular kid at school,” said Rogers. “I came to a choice where I had to decide if I wanted to keep going along a bad path with him or come into being my own person. It’s about how I came to be who I am today and how I gathered my self-esteem. I came out of the crowd to be my own person.”
The “Empowerment” series was written as a memoir with inspirational undertones.
“While the themes Alex is talking about are not by any means simple, the way he presents what he is trying to say is very simple and straightforward,” said Devan Hariford, a senior history major. “You can really feel him talking to you through the pages. I think almost anyone could read ‘Drifting’ and get something from it.”
The first two novels target the middle school and high school demographic. Most recently, Northumberland High School of Virginia featured “I’m Only Human After All” as the schools’ common read in an anti-bullying campaign.
“If the goal was to enlighten people on the issues of peer pressure and finding yourself, I believe that it did a fantastic job of achieving its goal,” stated Kara Barnes, a teacher at Otken Elementary in Mississippi, in a book review on goodreads.com. “The author did a wonderful job of making the story very relatable. It is easy to see how others can apply this story to their life.”
While Rogers’ originally intended to write a trilogy, he now considers lengthening the series to cover more recent years of college life.
“I’m keeping the third novel a secret, and I’m also thinking about turning it into a five-novel series,” said Rogers. “The third book will focus on the end of high school and the beginning of college. That novel will be more applicable to college students.”
While Rogers’ current success as a writer is apparent, the early days of writing were met with obstacles of disbelief.
“When I started this thing, I was 18 or 19 years old. I wanted to take the experience that I’d gained from life and make something of it. I had a lot of people who didn’t believe I could do it,” said Rogers. “But now, I’ve written two books, and I’m changing lives through them. I consider myself to be a visionary because people couldn’t see it done, but I made a path and walked through it.”
Both novels can be purchased on Amazon.com. For more information regarding the series, contact Rogers at airobooks@gmail.com.
AlexIRogers.com is up! AND I got a Mailing List!
Hey guys! Its been awhile. Lots of things going on on my end. I took both books off of KDP select so they are now available at all online distributors, for one. While it's a lot more to manage, it's also for the better. In the past I got request to publish the books in multiple formats, so now that I have the platform that is what I'm doing. =) Head over to https://www.smashwords.com/profile/vi... and it should have a list of the formats available for download. You can also go to the sites and download it mannually (B&N, Kobo, ect.)
Another thing I'd like to point out is that I have re-upped my website. No longer is it AlexIRogers.net but now it has a whole new look as AlexIRogers.com! My plans for a website got pushed back on the back burner for sometime when I took down the old one for maintenance (shame shame) but alas, the new one is up and ready to go. (You should totally check it out ;])
Also, I constructed a mailing list for you guys that will keep you up to date for when a new book of mine comes out. Instead of sending emails or feverishly checking amazon, I'll just send you an email once it's done. Simple. There is a link on my website but for your convenience I'll post it here. http://amazon.us3.list-manage2.com/su...
I won't sell your information and I'll only email you when a new release is on the way.
Well that's all for now. Back to work I go. Kept this one short and sweet. Got lots to do. Getting these books into schools is a ton of work. Email me at Airobooks@gmail.com if you are interested.
Adios =)
Another thing I'd like to point out is that I have re-upped my website. No longer is it AlexIRogers.net but now it has a whole new look as AlexIRogers.com! My plans for a website got pushed back on the back burner for sometime when I took down the old one for maintenance (shame shame) but alas, the new one is up and ready to go. (You should totally check it out ;])
Also, I constructed a mailing list for you guys that will keep you up to date for when a new book of mine comes out. Instead of sending emails or feverishly checking amazon, I'll just send you an email once it's done. Simple. There is a link on my website but for your convenience I'll post it here. http://amazon.us3.list-manage2.com/su...
I won't sell your information and I'll only email you when a new release is on the way.
Well that's all for now. Back to work I go. Kept this one short and sweet. Got lots to do. Getting these books into schools is a ton of work. Email me at Airobooks@gmail.com if you are interested.
Adios =)
