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Watching your characters come to life and become a part of you.
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Hollywood Riptide
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2017
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Miracle of the Rising Sun: A Novel
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Sofia
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2019
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Targeted Demographics
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Per Verse Vengeance
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Mia
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The Parisian Professor
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The Ninth Sphere
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Mr. Laurence, I Presume...
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Mr. Laurence, I Presume...: A Novel
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Living with Schizophrenia: A Family Guide to Making a Difference (A Johns Hopkins Press Health Book).
Version 1.0.0For far too long “mental health,” has not received the proper attention it deserves but Dr. Radio and Dr. Janicak have given us an up-to-date guide on exactly what Schizophrenia is, the medical and Psychological advances being achieved, and the information that family and care supporters need to cope with this disease.
Schizophrenia affects millions of individuals, mostly young adults.
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If Dostovesky's "Crime and Punishment" stoked my interest in literature, it was Joseph Conrad who sealed the deal. From the opening lines of "Lord Jim" to the closing lines of the novel, it is nothing but a painstaking, brilliantly descriptive, and m
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When I learned that David McCullough died a little over two years ago, I turned to my wife and said, “The world has lost a great writer, an amazing historian, and a wonderful human being. “History Matters,” is a collection of amazing essays and unbeli ...more |
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| "Honesty," is the most essential element in any type of good writing. Whether one is writing fiction, non-fiction, poetry, history, or articles on politics or sports for a newspaper or magazine. But honesty is not enough to make you a great writer. T ...more | |
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| A Horrifying, disturbing, amazingly well written novel, about the lives of coal miners and their families at the turn of the 20th century. | |
“The sorrows of a mother are beyond all human consolation.”
― The Pioneers: The Heroic Story of the Settlers Who Brought the American Ideal West
― The Pioneers: The Heroic Story of the Settlers Who Brought the American Ideal West
“You cannot build character and courage by taking away people's initiative and independence”
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“JOSEPH SCIUTO'S, "MIRACLE OF THE RISING SUN." THE CHICAGO JORNAL.By: Seraphina Quinn. As Sciuto explains, the sun rises daily, offering a fresh start and a reminder that life continues.
Sciuto's writing process is deeply personal and reflective. He approaches each character as an extension of the people he has known and the stories he has heard. His narrative style is straightforward and accessible, allowing readers of all ages to engage with his work. Whether addressing a teenager's struggles or an older adult's reflections, Sciuto's writing resonates with a wide audience. His focus on human experiences and his ability to convey complex emotions in simple language make his work both relatable and impactful.
In addition to his thematic focus on resilience and hope, Sciuto employs symbolic elements throughout his novels. In Miracle of the Rising Sun, the characters' journey is paralleled by a voyage on an old steamboat, reminiscent of the one in Conrad's Heart of Darkness. This symbolic journey into the unknown reflects the characters' inner struggles and search for meaning in a chaotic world.
Joseph Sciuto's work is special because it discusses hard topics and strongly believes in hope. In his books, he shows how strong people can be and how important it is to have a community when facing tough times. As he writes more, Sciuto stays focused on telling important stories about the ups and downs of life and the strength inside people. His work reminds us that even when things are hard, there is always hope, and sometimes it comes from places we don't expect.”
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Sciuto's writing process is deeply personal and reflective. He approaches each character as an extension of the people he has known and the stories he has heard. His narrative style is straightforward and accessible, allowing readers of all ages to engage with his work. Whether addressing a teenager's struggles or an older adult's reflections, Sciuto's writing resonates with a wide audience. His focus on human experiences and his ability to convey complex emotions in simple language make his work both relatable and impactful.
In addition to his thematic focus on resilience and hope, Sciuto employs symbolic elements throughout his novels. In Miracle of the Rising Sun, the characters' journey is paralleled by a voyage on an old steamboat, reminiscent of the one in Conrad's Heart of Darkness. This symbolic journey into the unknown reflects the characters' inner struggles and search for meaning in a chaotic world.
Joseph Sciuto's work is special because it discusses hard topics and strongly believes in hope. In his books, he shows how strong people can be and how important it is to have a community when facing tough times. As he writes more, Sciuto stays focused on telling important stories about the ups and downs of life and the strength inside people. His work reminds us that even when things are hard, there is always hope, and sometimes it comes from places we don't expect.”
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Lots of good info on this page, Joseph, from author's important works to lots of well chosen book clubs. Looks like you are contributing well to Goodreads, which adds to the pleasure for the rest of us. Thanks!
