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[Jack]

My name is Jack DuArte, a US author in the historical fiction genre. I have four books currently in print, all dealing with WWII. Most are set in Great Britain and offer an insight into the lives and times of that country. I would appreciate any comments. Great to be a member!!!

[Randy]

Interesting group and I look forward to exploring. I am a Goodreads author with 60 ratings with average of 4.40 stars over 16 works. Hope readers here will check me out. I'm all over the genre map from literary to mystery/suspense, dark/thriller, dystopia, coming of age, comedy and romance from novels to novellas and short stories.

[N.lalit]

Hello everyone,

I am N.Lalit, residing in Mumbai, India. A web designer / developer by profession I am an avid reader and a passionate writer.

My book LILITH can be downloaded from Amazon. Here is the link - http://www.amazon.com/Lilith-ebook/dp...

It is a contemporary romance book, set in the bustling city of Mumbai, also called the land of extremes. The story of a prodigal painter and a seductress art dealer.

I'm also looking forward to participating in various discussions about fiction writing, especially romance and paranormal.

Thank you Rick for inviting me.

[Rick-Founder JM CM BOOK CLUB]

So many wonderful new members!! I am so very proud and happy to have you ALL as a part of this great Community!

[Rick-Founder JM CM BOOK CLUB]

Saïdeh wrote: "Hello, my name is Saïdeh Pakravan. I'm glad to have found this group (but curious about the name. James Mason is one of the greatest actors ever but why is a book club named after him?) I am an Ira..."

Hi Saideh..Good question!..The reason I named the group after James Mason is that he is my all time favorite actor, and when I started the Group in 2009, with an idea (To create a true "virtual community" of readers and writers) I also wanted to honor his memory...and James Mason actually wrote 2 books, a very facinating memoir, as well as a very witty book on his love of cats back..so..what better name to add a touch of grace to a Group :>)

[Anne]

Hi,
Thanks for the invite, Rick. Lookes like a great group! I'm a writer and my debut novel, AT THE MERCY OF THE QUEEN, came outfrom St. Martin's Press in Jan, 2012. My second, AGAINST THE QUEEN'S COMMAND, is due January, 2014. These are both historical fiction. I also wrote At Home in the Land of Oz, Autism My Sister and Me (Jessica Kingsley Publisher, London) and What You Long For, (Main Street Rag, Short stories) I love to read and often review books for various publications.

[Sandra]

Hello everyone. Sandra here. I am a writer of business books about marketing and cash flow management for business owners, entrepreneurs and those who want to own their own business. I just joined Goodreads at the suggestion of fellow author, Boyd Lemon, so I am looking forward to meeting some new friends here.

I read a lot of business books. Many more than once. I am currently reading Guy Kawasaki's book "Enchantment" and plan to read Seth Godin's "Linchpin" next.

I also love to relax by reading fiction by the likes of Vince Flynn, Lee Child and David Baldacci.

[Gary]

My editor made me join Goodreads, and for sure I'm not shy, but I've always done my best to avoid notoriety of any sort. This aversion to banging my own drum probably goes back to time spent in the Marine Corps, watching the wrong people get medals, and to years working as an undercover cop, when hiding my real identity became a reflex. All this exacerbated by the fact that when it comes to books and to the people who write books, I've always felt that it is the book that counts, and not the person who wrote it. Quaint ideas, I know.

I reckon that for the most part I'll let my writing do the talking. What I say here is just by way of letting people know that it exists. Please understand that most of what I'm going to say is nothing more than a condensed version of what people who are supposed to know these things have said. Reviewers seem to like me. But Goodreads is about readers, not reviewers. The jury is still out.

I never tell my own stories. My characters and the stories they populate are composites of real people doing real things. They are not me; the experiences are not mine. All this gets a little confusing because I like to use a very limited third person narrative. I don't like it when the author intrudes. And this style pretty much negates that sort of intrusion. At the same time, however, in the reader's mind, it is a style that tends to merge the author with the character.

I intended only to write fun-to-read adventure/thriller/mystery novels. But it turns out that this is not possible. The fun-to-read part always turns out to be a veneer. Apparently, I have no control over this. Whether I like it or not, you are always going to get more than you bargain for. And some of it is going to stick whether you want it to or not. Sorry.

LONEWALKER intends to give you a doorway into an understanding of what it takes to be a true warrior. Male or female, it matters not. A more misunderstood/misused word in the English language than warrior, I do not know. I wrote this book in response to all the crap out there that passes itself off as the real deal. Ben Tails will take you on a journey that you only think you have imagined. For those of you reading this who have been or are part of Ben's world, well, all I can say is that this book is for you. Thank you.

A MURDER OF WOLVES is more of the same, but is rooted in people and places and events that are more accessible to most readers. I have a knack for humor and dialogue that comes fully alive in this book. The story and the characters who populate it is great fun. The female characters more than hold their own. But please make no mistake, neither of these books is for the faint of heart. The car in this book is a metaphor for the story itself. Climb in, put your seatbelt on, sit back, keep your hands off the steering wheel, and enjoy the ride. You are going places you never expected to go. You are going to learn things you never expected to learn.

When not writing, I have a passion for learning. A wise man once said that when you are through learning, you are through. I read more non-fiction than fiction, but only because good fiction writers are so hard to find these days. I love to read novels that teach. Parables, I think they used to call them.

Montana is in my bones--but so, too, are places and people in Asia . . .

[Sarah]

I am Sarah. Writing has always been a passion of mine until one day when I was 17, I decided to do something more serious with this passion.
By profession, I am an audio engineer/producer/composer on an independent level for now. I write music for book trailers (among other things), record any audio project and starting to get into field recording.

As for my author side, I have a Facebook fan page for my book and is available at:

http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/...

http://www.facebook.com/BeforeTrueLight

[Mickey]

Hi. I'm Mickey Hoffman. I read mysteries and nonfiction, mostly, but tend to stay away from serial killer books. I've had two mystery novels published by Second Wind Publishing: Deadly Traffic and School of Lies. I'm also an artist. I do etchings. My website has them up, as well as information about my books. http://www.mickey hoffman.com

[Randy]

I'm a Goodreads author with 60 ratings with an avg of 4.40 over 16 titles. I range the genre map from literary to comedy to dystopia and science fiction, mystery suspense, dark/thriller in novels, novellas and short stories. Hope you'll check me out. Looks like an interesting group and I look forward to exploring it. Randy Attwood

[Greg]

Hi. Thanks to Rick for the invite. This looks like a great group! I am a first time author, just self-published my first book on Createspace.com and Amazon Kindle. You can read more about me and the book here. http://thegloriousbattle.com/about-th... I used to read fantasy genre books, but now I am more interested in historical fiction, especially from a Christian perspective. I also like non-fiction and inspirational books.

[J.]

J. Conrad Guest is the author of Backstop: A Baseball Love Story in Nine Innings. Backstop was nominated as a Michigan Notable Book in 2010 and was adopted by the Illinois Institute of Technology as required reading for their spring 2011 course, “Baseball: American’s Literary Pastime.” He is also the author of January’s Paradigm and two more novels based on the Joe January character – One Hot January and January’s Thaw. The Cobb Legacy, a mystery-romance written around the shooting death of baseball legend Ty Cobb’s father by his mother, is available from Pulse Publishing. He is also the author of the novella, Chaotic Theory. For a peek into J. Conrad’s literary world, visit www.jconradguest.com.J. Conrad Guest

[D.B.]

Hello to All. I'm an aspiring writer and blogger. Thanks for having me here. I look forward to learning from all of you.
Visit my blog:
http://mauldinfamily1.wordpress.com/a...

[Toni]

I'm Toni Apicelli, author of A Sixties Story, which is about my trip (pun intended) from popular high school cheerleader to member of the counterculture of the sixties.

I'm a Goodreads author and have loved reading since I was a little girl.

[Rick-Founder JM CM BOOK CLUB]

Quite astounded at the amazing talent that I see being posted about above!!! Welcome all!!!

[D.B.]

Toni wrote: "I'm Toni Apicelli, author of A Sixties Story, which is about my trip (pun intended) from popular high school cheerleader to member of the counterculture of the sixties.

I'm a Goodreads author and..."

Toni wrote: "I'm Toni Apicelli, author of A Sixties Story, which is about my trip (pun intended) from popular high school cheerleader to member of the counterculture of the sixties.

I'm a Goodreads author and..."

Toni wrote: "I'm Toni Apicelli, author of A Sixties Story, which is about my trip (pun intended) from popular high school cheerleader to member of the counterculture of the sixties.

I'm a Goodreads author and..."

What is the title of your book?

[D.B.]

Rick wrote: "Quite astounded at the amazing talent that I see being posted about above!!! Welcome all!!!"

Thanks.

[Idan]

Thank you Rick for the invitation to join!
My name is Idan H. My poetry was first published at age 18 in Teen Ink magazine and I started writing children's books at age 26, but had no idea how to get my message out to anyone other than my friends and family. Finally, I discovered Amazon's Kindle Publishing platform and published my first children's book on Kindle on January 17, 2013, ten years later.

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Children's eBook with great reviews, "Noah's Petting Zoo". For children ages 3-8.
http://www.amazon.com/Noahs-Petting-Z...

[Michael]

Hello all and thanks for the invitation to join the group Rick. I am Michael Jay, author of a true coming-of-age story called DOG WATER FREE, which is currently ranked #5 on Amazon's Top Rated Best 100 for Motherhood.It's also available at B&N of course. I've posted a synopsis and an excerpt for you at www.dogwaterfree.com Hope you enjoy. I look forward to comments or questions and getting to know you all.

[Catherine]

Michael wrote: "Hello all and thanks for the invitation to join the group Rick. I am Michael Jay, author of a true coming-of-age story called DOG WATER FREE, which is currently ranked #5 on Amazon's Top Rated Best..."

[Catherine]

Welcome, Michael!

[Linda]

Thanks Rick for bringing this group to my attention. My brother (retired dentist) and I have co-authored and published, "Patient's Dental Handbook"

www.patientsdentalhandbook.tateauthor...

The officially release date was January 29, 2013.

Our book provides information assisting patients to better communicate with their dentist and to make intelligent treatment decisions. The cost of dental care continues to increase. Dental insurance (if you're fortunate to have a policy) does not begin to cover cost of most treatments. We believe our book will help guide patients when seeking dental care.

I look forward to reading and learning from the many posts in this group. I've been told writing and publishing a book is the "easy" step...now we move forward to promotion and marketing.

[Tarcisio]

Thanks for Rick invitation, I'm here then! For more about me, particularly in culture matters, please go to http://tarcisiossalleswriter.wordpres.... Best compliments from Brazil to all the group.

[Sarah]

Hello everyone,
I found this group by chance, and am happy I did!
My name is Sarah, and I have been a vegetarian for over 8 years now. I love animals and wildlife, spending much of my time out in nature photographing its beauty.
I own two black cats that were rescues. My partner Jeff and I chose black cats because they are the least likely colour to be adopted, and both cats and the little kittens are euthanized the most. So if you know anyone looking for a cat to love, let them know the significance of saving a black cats life.

I am an Author, and wrote about my life as a spiritual medium. I was born being able to see and hear the Other Side, and want to help others connect as well.

Nice to meet you all.

[Philippa]

Thank you Rick from another in need of friends and discussion. My name is Philippa and I am on the point of self publishing a possibly mad book called Involution-An Odyssey Reconciling Science to God ( pre-published copies already printed to garner endorsements) and available from website here http://involution-odyssey.com/

My book is a kind of Divine Comedy of Science ( and Music and Painting) a Odyssey through Western ideas ( and mavericks and inspiration) by two companions Reason and Soul, who offer an alternative to Darwin.It is written in accessible poetic form. The website gives a fair few excerpts and initial reviews. Any comments would be very welcome and will be reciprocated

[David]

Hello Everyone!
First of all, thank you for hosting a site that lets authors feature their books!

Tired of big business and corrupt politicians running the show? So is El Monte Slim and he's doing something about it! Follow eccentric philospher, El Monte Slim and his crusty sidekick, Pancho, on a hilarious cross-country quest to save humanity from a giant corporate takeover!
Available at Amazon http://www.amazon.com/dp/147920651 and other online retailers. Right now I have a $.99 special on Kindle!
Or, Check out my website and blog at: http://www.el-monte-slim.com/ or join me on facebook: www.facebook.com/elmonteslimadventures
If you like books such as "A Confederacy of Dunces," or "Jitterbug Perfume," You'll love "Bring Me The Head of El Monte Slim!"

[Simon]

Hi everyone it's Phantom Bigfoot. He loves James Mason films especially A Touch of Larceny which is absolutley brilliant. I am thoroughly chuffed to bits to be invited to this group and hope to improve it with my own brand of insanity.

[Phoenix]

I just joined this group. Looks interesting. I belong to several Goodreads groups and am an Goodreads author - Phoenix Reads. We are Lee and Gary Jordan and are THE PHOENIX, multi-genre authors. We are currently working on an entirely different genre than our first book - a paranormal thriller. Coming soon. Nice to meet you all.

[Richard]

Hi, to all--
My name is Dick Rose. I'm a retired Navy Journalist and former Navy combat Correspondent in the Mekong Delta (1967-68). I have two books published through Create Space--"Tarnished Brass Curtain: A Novel of Vietnam<" which won the 2011 National Indie Excellence Award in Military Fiction category, and "Vietnam Through Rose-Colored Glasses," released last December. Ironically, my collection of short stories "Did You Evern Try To Melt a Lemon Drop? and Other Tales Seen Through Rose-Colored Glasses," won first prize in the MANA (Marketing New Authors)Sunrise Awaards, and will be published and promoted by them in June, as well as awarding me $500. I also get 10% royalties. The irony is in the new authors part since I"m 81-years-old and have been writing for 65 years. I feel like a relic discovered by a literary archaeologist.
The

[Rick-Founder JM CM BOOK CLUB]

Welcome!!! to all our great new members!!!

[Cecily]

Hi everyone, I am a new author. I'm getting ready to self-publish my first novel and found this discussion group helpful.
I do have a question someone might be able to answer. I have mentioned a couple real business and owner/workers name in my book. I spoke with them and gained there permission to do so. After I publish, can they come back and ask for royalties? Do I need to type up a "release" of sorts to protect myself?
Thanks for any help regarding this concern.

[KOMET]

Welcome Cecily!

'Nuestra casa es su casa.' You are among fellow writers and booklovers. All the best.

[Cecily]

Thanks...great to be among friends and all the best to you as well.

[Greg]

Hail Fellow Writers! I've written many screenplays and articles and helped hundreds of writers write. I've just e-published my first e-book, "How To Be A Writer Who Writes". I've posted excerpts from that along with lots of useful info and resources for writers at http://othernetwork.com/ . I love process but worship productivity.

[Simon]

Cecily wrote: "Hi everyone, I am a new author. I'm getting ready to self-publish my first novel and found this discussion group helpful.
I do have a question someone might be able to answer. I have mentioned a c..." as far asI know they can't. They didn't participate in the writing of the book so they can't expect royalties. Phantom Bigfoot.

[David]

Hi everyone. My name is David Thayer. I've written four crime thrillers currently available on Amazon. I have contributed to websites like the Rap Sheet, ezines such as January Magazine and newspapers like the Philadelphia Inquirer reviewing crime fiction.

It's a nice to find a place where so many writers and readers congregate.

[Linda]

Greetings, everyone! What a pleasure to join this group. My books concentrate on advanced consciousness themes, empowering readers to overcome even the most enduring obstacles through awakening the glory of the Divine Self within, on all levels (physical, mental, emotional, spiritual) to realize the supreme Divine patterns of wholeness and completeness that indeed undergird the universe, that once harmonized and aligned with ~ bring forth far greater circumstances in life. Drawing from ancient to modern timeless philosophies of metaphysics, understanding the Principles and Laws of the Universe and how to use ~ anyone can rise from despair to ubounded faith, failure to complete success, transforming sickness to radiant health, discomfort to bliss and perpetual joy, with limitations now flowing downstream, dissolving back into the nothingness from which they arose.
The master book of my Global Divine Consciousness Series is now published ~ BRIDGE OF THE GODS, A Handbook for Ascending Humanity ~ The Golden Pathway to your Highest God Self! Rich in information, breathtaking stories, and soaring meditations at each chapters end, and dynamic in form, readers move right along up the ladder of conscious evolution,transforming with ease, even while reading.
For those who would like to read, free chapters one and two are available right here. I am also offering to the first ten who request ~ an opportunity to receive a free e*book review copy. My second book is "SONGS OF ETERNITY, Treatments, Meditations and Contemplations on the Word of God!". Entirely different in structure and format, poetic and mystical in nature ~ A Treasure Trove for the Spirit,this book contains 52 timeless instructions, followed by meditations for incorporating the particular Sacred Principle involved.
All inclusive of every subject from Divine Creation to Divine Manifestation to Divine Fulfillment, Prosperity, Immortality, Healing and Romance...you will find the glorious manifesting KEY for your success, in the Highest and most enduring Soul-Uplifting way!
Read more on the 12 chapters of BRIDGE OF THE GODS, A Handbook here on Goodreads or visit http://revdrlindadecoff.authorsxpress... for all complete info on the book itself, and links for purchase on Amazon.com, Barnesandnoblecom,etc.

[Darren]

I write short stories that might called social realism. There are elements of crime, humour and human nature in everyday settings. My first collection of stories Tales From The Longcroft Estate are available from Amazon. Read a few reviews they might just be your cup of tea as us Brits like to say.

Have a lovely weekend one and all x

[Rick-Founder JM CM BOOK CLUB]

I love reading the intros posted by our new members. Such a wonderfully talented and diverse group!!!!

[Patricia]

Thanks, Rick, for the heads-up via LinkedIn. Two of my favorite things are books and classic movies, so I'm probably home. Add your genuine kindness tag, and I know I'm home.

Rather than bore everyone with who and why I am, my Goodreads Profile spills it. I just pretty much love books in pretty much all forms, which is how I got hooked into writing - non-fiction though. Thanks again for taking this on. Looking forward to this one. Best, Patricia

[Anne]

Hello! My name is Anne and I'm a writer. My first book, Dangerous Waters is a romantic mystery and I'm now writing a romantic/family drama. I love reading mysteries and thrillers, particularly if there's a love interest. I look forward to the interaction with everyone !

[A.E.]

Hello everyone. My name is Ashley and I'm happy to be a part of the group. I'm a reader and writer of mystery novels. If you are interested in reading a conspiracy thriller check out my book, The Polaris Effect by A.E. Fairfield. I look forward to any feedback!

[Cecily]

Hi everyone, I also wanted to introduce my facebook page for my books. I would love it if you could "Like" my page. You all rock...thanks.
https://www.facebook.com/cjvermotebooks

[Randy]

Thanks so much for the invite! Always looking for readers and authors to share interests with. Hope life is good for all of you!
Randy Massey, Author

[Barbara]

Hi everyone! While I have belonged to good reads for a while, I am excited to join this book club. I am an avid reader and have also written several books. My latest fiction novel is in its 3rd edition. It was written to entertain and to raise awareness of what we might all face at some time. Very little has been written on this subject that is not a deep non-fiction book. Yet, there are 442 nuclear power plants operating or under construction in the world as of January 2011. The United States has 104. Whether it is a terrorist dirty bomb or a nuclear melt down - we should know what is happening and be prepared. I hope you will take the time to read this. The anniversary of the Fukushima nuclear tragedy is coming up March 11. Thanks. Barbara Griffin Billig.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004WDRWXY

[Lily]

Hi Rick,

Thank you very much for this opportunity to introduce myself to this wonderful group:

My name is Lily Wang Hill, author of Laolao's DragonGate. It's a novel about a Chinese immigrant's journey transforming herself from a 'fish' to a 'dragon'. the Amazon link is:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A7GP2IC
the book website is:
http://abloombook.wix.com/book

This novel is aimed to inspire and encourage American and Asian audiences, especially women who are at a crossroads of their lives. It's also a very interesting reading for anyone who wants to understand the increasing fusion between Chinese culture and western culture.

Discussion and comments are highly welcome!

Thank you!

Lily Wang Hill

Author of Laolao's DragonGate

[Warren]

Hi all, Warren Fahy here. At long last the sequel to my thriller FRAGMENT is about to come out, on March 19, from Tor Books. PANDEMONIUM picks up the story about three months after the end of FRAGMENT, but is a novel that can stand alone, as well. Hope you enjoy it! You can order it at Amazon here (http://tinyurl.com/ayl9h4t) or any bookseller, and maybe I'll see you at Mysterious Galaxy Books on March 19 for the book launch party or in Beaverton Oregon at Powell's books on March 22.

[Amy]

Thanks for the invite, James! I write Paranormal Romance and Horror. I also write articles- usually controversial topics. I love a good ghost story, a good love story and combinations of both. I also love inspirational stories fictional and non!

[Brinn]

Hi Rick et al.
I'm Brinn Colenda from the snowy mountains of northern New Mexico. I just published my first novel, The Cochabamba Conspiracy, and action/thriller set mostly in and around Cochabamba, Bolivia-- where I used to live.
I am delighted at my good fortune to stumble on The James Mason Community Book Club to converse with other writers and readers.