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Jean Holloway

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Born
in Flushing, NY, The United States
October 10, 1950

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Stephen King, Dean Koontz, Tananarive Due, Jean Auel, V.C. Andrews

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I was born October 10, 19** in good ole Queens, New York. I had a difficult childhood because I developed severe eczema and most of my schoolmates shunned me until high school. Books became my friend.
Early in life, I found myself fascinated by the macabre. I would actually set my alarm if one of my favorite Alfred Hitchcock, Rod Serling or One Step Beyond episodes was coming on late at night. These kept me up til the wee hours of the morning.
Being raised in Amityville was the icing on the cake. I went to see the actual "Amityville Horror" house and swear it literally took my breath away.
My biological mother died when I was 13, the age puberty reared its ugly head. Needless to say, I was a wife and mother by the time I was 17, divorced at
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Jean Holloway Ewww, usually I give myself and my story a break. I've only had it bad once, when all my characters went mute on me for over a month. Then one night, …moreEwww, usually I give myself and my story a break. I've only had it bad once, when all my characters went mute on me for over a month. Then one night, right before I dozed off (that's their favorite time) they all started talking at once! I got out of bed around midnight & did not get to sleep til 4 a.m.!(less)
Jean Holloway She let the phone ring until it went to voicemail. "I know you're home," he whispered.…moreShe let the phone ring until it went to voicemail. "I know you're home," he whispered.(less)
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I'm making a comeback!

I'm getting back into the swing of things. Want suspense? Check me out! No really, please read a review. You're really missing out.
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“He left for his day at the library. Today is research day. When he got there, he went directly to the microfiche machine and began looking through the newspaper obituaries for married men who died between 1980 and 1983. Their widows would be due for a little romance by now. He stayed there for hours, searching for her. His meticulous search netted seven names that merited further investigation. If some husband died and it made the first five pages of the paper, well, that meant a definite bonus because the dead man was powerful and with power came money. Their widows made excellent prospects for his future plans.”
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message 78: by Jean

Jean Holloway So today's Kick off your Kindle Summer Reading Sale is Ace of Hearts for $2.99 (5 hours left at the $1.99 price!) http://www.amazon.com/Hearts-Deck-Car... and Black Jack for $2.99 http://www.amazon.com/Black-Jack-Deck... Happy Reading!


message 77: by Jean

Jean Holloway OK, Decksters, I'm trying to kickoff your summer reading. Today Ace of Hearts is only $1.99 on Kindle. If U bought Black Jack yesterday & haven't read Ace, here's your chance to start at the beginning. Happy Memorial weekend! http://www.amazon.com/Hearts-Deck-Car...


message 76: by Jean

Jean Holloway For all you Decksters on Kindle, you can now purchase "Black Jack" today only for $1.99! Happy Memorial Day Weekend. http://www.amazon.com/Black-Jack-Deck...


message 75: by Jean

Jean Holloway For TWO DAYS, this coming Friday and Saturday, April 25 and 26, The Exquisite Zodiac will be a free download for Kindle users. This book is not a Sun-sign book, but rather is a detailed deep analysis of each sign's archetypal essence - why each sign is the way it is and what it means for you. The secrets of each sign of the zodiac. Please spread the word to your friends as this will only be available for free for just those two days on Amazon's Kindle. Please add your review to Amazon after you have read it! Enjoy!

P.S. Amazon provides FREE apps that allow everyone to read Kindle books on the device of their choice - PC, MAC, tablets, and mobile phones. YOU DO NOT NEED A KINDLE DEVICEThe Exquisite Zodiac


message 74: by Jean

Jean Holloway October 14-20 is National Spa Week. I can't send U to a spa, but everyone who buys a PHE Ink book from www.pheinkpub.com/store, www.deckofcardz.com or www.authortljames.com/mpire-store.html this week will get a gift of Dead Sea Salts to put in your tub. This way you can soak in a hot bath with a hot read. Light a candle & have a glass of wine for a spa-like experience.


message 73: by Jean (last edited Jul 30, 2013 08:05AM)

Jean Holloway Authors Theresa Gonsalves, Tina McKinney and Jean Holloway are hoping to see you on Aug 3rd at the Atlanta Marriott Buckhead, 3405 Lenox Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30326 in the Atlanta Boardroom from 9-5!!! We have some great stories to share with you!


message 72: by Jean

Jean Holloway OK, all you die hard paperback readers, this one's for you! SUSPECT at the best discount EVER! http://tinyurl.com/PHE-SUSPECT


message 71: by Jean

Jean Holloway As we ramp up our celebration for our latest release on President’s Day, PHE Ink has decided to salute All Book Club Presidents. We recognize that the fact that if it wasn’t for book clubs, many authors would not have the audience base or exposure that we need to be successful. So with that, PHE Ink wants to recognize YOU BOOK CLUBS –for all your hard work, effort, time and reviews (good and bad). So on President’s Day, when we receive our latest title – Deadly Sins: A Political Anthology, we want to give the first 25 Book Club Presidents the “Reading… Beyond the Literary” experience, along with the latest release for free! Starting today register at http://www.pheinkpub.com/book-club-co...
Registration will End February 16th. Winners will be announced by eBlast, FaceBook, Twitter and GoodReads.


message 70: by Beverly

Beverly Taylor Hello, Jean ~
Thank you for the Decatur Book Festival invite. I've been a part of it since its inception. I look forward to finally meeting you.

Beverly Taylor


message 69: by Jean

Jean Holloway We're so blessed & proud that PHE Ink's 1st anthology is a finalist in the Short Stories/Anthology category in the African American Literary Award Show held annually in NY.

If you haven't taken a moment to vote for SUSPECT: A Confessional Anthology, please do so before the deadline.

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SUSPECT A Confessional Anthology by Jean Holloway Thanks so much.


message 67: by Jean (last edited Jul 15, 2012 11:01AM)

Jean Holloway Just wanted to say Hi and Thank You to all my Facebook friends who have decided to join me on GoodReads. I appreciate each and every one of you. Please take a moment & become a fan.


message 66: by Jean

Jean Holloway Would you like our Publisher's Catalog, kindle or paperback? Email your answer to info@pheinkpub.com & include your mailing address if U chose paperback. This offer goes to anyone out there interested in getting a taste of what PHE Ink is all about by reading excerpts from our novels.


message 65: by J.W.

J.W. Smith Jean, Please take a moment and download this great and very inspirational http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B007LF3...


message 64: by Jean (last edited May 01, 2012 04:18PM)

Jean Holloway COMING SOON!

Title: SUSPECT: A Confessional Anthology
Authors: C. Highsmith-Hooks, JA Gardner, Jean Holloway, Linda Watson, LM Blakely, Lorita Kelsey Childress, Michele T. Darring and TL James
Publisher: PHE Ink - Writing Solutions Firm
Release date: June 9th, 2012
ISBN: 9781935724087
Specs: Paperback, 5.5 x 8.5, 202 pages
Website: http://www.pheinkpub.com/suspect-anth...
Category: Suspense, thriller, horror, revenge


Christine Hatfield thanks for being my friend


message 62: by Tarran

Tarran Emotionally Wounded Spiritually Strong

First, I am blessed that goodreads affords us the opportunity to be friends. Therefore, I wanted to invite you as a fan and request your support for my book.

Many are being healed from the pages of this book. I thank God that I did not allow my fears to hinder my progress to get this book out. Transparency is the antidote that has touched several. My journey is to help others through the healing process--an intrepid life's journey.

This read has received great reviews: Goodreads.com, Barnes & Nobles, eBook, Nook and other. Please help me get this book out to others by recommending it and spreading the word.

Please subscribe to my webpage www.tcarterministries.com

Thank you Jean for all of your support


message 61: by Lorian

Lorian Jones hey thanx 4 the add can u comment my new pics i need ur true opinions bout them i want 2 kno wat u see and wat is saying 2 u
and also pleaz have ur friends may leave a comments on my pics

Thanx u!!! :)


message 60: by Jean

Jean Holloway Thanks, Tyria,
Now that was right on time. I needed a little push. Yes, I just passed the 50K words mark in 'Full House', about 20K to go. Scheduled release date: 11/11/11.

If you keep studying, I promise to keep writing.

Take care,
~Jean


message 59: by Tyria

Tyria Snow Hope you're working on your next best seller!!! Love your work!!!


message 58: by Jean

Jean Holloway Thanks, Veronica, that means a lot coming from a fellow author.


Veronica Kelly I really enjoyed reading your bio.


message 56: by Jean

Jean Holloway Hey Fellow Authors,

PHE Ink is hosting its 2nd Annual 'Get Lit' Party, a Black & Red Affair on June 11th, 2011.

We are asking any authors who would like to participate to send your promotional material (50 pieces max), along with 5 copies of ...your book(s) to:
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We still have a few VIP Hospitality Spots available. For details, please go to:
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message 55: by Jean

Jean Holloway Just saying Hey to all my new friends. Please check out www.pheinkpub.com for unique stories by AA authors.


message 54: by Linda

Linda Boyd Hi Jean, Thank you so much for accepting me as a friend and I am looking forward to reading your books. James Patterson is one of my favorite authors. I hope to see more African American writers move to the Mystery/Thriller genre, especially female writers!!


message 53: by K.

K. Elliott Hi Jean thanks for adding me look forward to chatting somtimes:-)


message 52: by Pamela

Pamela Hey Jean...Thanks for accepting my friendship.


message 51: by Jaree

Jaree Francis Hey, what's going on, ma? If you get a chance, check out the book trailer for my debut novel, Metra City: Destiny's Kiss http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXX76O...


message 50: by Maria

Maria Hi Jean! Thanks for voting in the poll!


message 49: by Jean

Jean Holloway New Ace of Hearts Review!!
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Christine Hi Jean,just dropping by for a visit. I would like to invite you to check out Shadow Forrest Authors for charity and help support illiteracy issues.
http://www.shadowforestauthors.com
We also have a SFA group here on goodreads. Have a great week.
Blessing CJ



Christine Hi Jean, stopped by to see what's new on your page. Have a great week.
Blessings CJ
Mariard Volume 2 Glass Pawns by Christine Jones

Join shadow forest authors and help stop illiteracy worldwide.
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message 46: by Dana

Dana Congratulations Jean! I can't wait to read the reviews.


Bobbie  Crawford Hi Jean,

How are you doing? Well I hope! :-)
How is the sequel coming along? I can't wait to review it for you...make sure you send me a review copy, okay?
(((hugs)))

-Bobbie

Book Reviews By Bobbie


message 44: by Ward

Ward Hi Jean, Just wanted to stop by and say hello. Hope this finds you doing well. Have a great rest of the week. Ward

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Christine Hi Jean, stopped by to see what's new with you. Have a great week.
Blessings CJ
Mariard Volume 2 Glass Pawns by Christine Jones


message 42: by Dana

Dana We've recently added your feature with Nia Virtual Book Tours to GoodReads (via link).

Nia Virtual Book Tours author interview with Jean Holloway.

Dana
Nia Virtual Book Tours Group


message 41: by Pamela

Pamela Just dropping by to say hi :) Hope you have a wonderful Valentine's Day!


Christine Hi from down under Jean. Dropped by to see what’s new with you.

Blessings CJ

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message 38: by Jean

Jean Holloway Thanks for checking me out.
Have a great weekend, Jean


Jennifer Salaiz Hello Jean,

Thank you for the friendship, and i look forward to reading your book.Hope you have a great day!


message 36: by Jean

Jean Holloway Same to U. Hope 2009 brings you all U wish 4, Jean


Nardsbaby Reader Hello Jean,

I saw you read and liked the review. Wishing you a safe and happy new year. And thanks for being so welcoming on Goodreads to me.


Eva-Marie Hi Jean! Thanks for telling me about the book- I already had it down to read but with the list being so long sometimes books get lost in the shuffle. I'm making sure to pick it up and I just saw what Brooklyn had to say so far also. I can't wait! I just went and voted for you and Dana and I hope you guys win! Thanks for letting me help out! Good luck!


message 33: by T.L.

T.L. James hey you! are you okay? I haven't heard from you in a while. "Mallory" hasn't gotten you, has he? LOL!

that was an awesome interview thursday. I am SOOOOO waiting for BlackJack!


message 32: by Roger

Roger Cottrell Hi, again
(It's OK, I'm not a cyberstalker)
The crime thriller that I've already self published is HOLLYWOOD BOWL and it is available on http://www.lulu.com/content/2557400 The ISBN is ISBN 978-1-4092-0457-2

The supernatural thriller is THE LUNDQUIST CHRONICLES available on http://www.lulu.com/content/4649341 The ISBN is ISBN 978-1-4092-4155-3

My retrospective crime thriller, ENEMY WITHIN is published by picnic books in April. I THINK details are on www.picnic-publishing.co.uk

Hope to hear from you shortly,

ROGER


message 31: by Roger

Roger Cottrell Hi Jean,
Always great to meet a fellow thriller and horror writer. I'll send you some details of my stuff if you get back to me. I've not got the ISBN numbers and links to hand here and some of it isn't on Amazon yet.
ROGER


message 30: by Pamela

Pamela Thanks Jean for the friendship request from another Southern woman!
Pam


message 29: by Liz

Liz Jean,

Thanks for the invitation to add you as a friend. I read your profile, and I'm honored to accept. Congratulations on your AAMBC nomintation. I wish you well!

All best,
Liz Adair
Author of
The Spider Latham Mystery Series
The Mist of Quarry Harbor
Lucy Shook's Letters from Afghanistan (editor)
Counting the Cost (Out in March of 09)


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