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Susan
Anderson
(writing as Lindsay Randall)

Susan
Anderson

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A founding member and first president of Pennwriters, Susan Anderson (aka Lindsay Randall) is the author of more than a dozen romance novels, including PHANTOM, a paranormal romance available from Dorchester Publishing.
Phantom—A man cursed to turn into a soul-stealing phantom every night at midnight hopes a beautiful healer will help him fight the evil inside.
Two
Hearts Too Wild—Nominated by RT for
a Reviewer's Choice Award for Best Historical
Adventure, Two Hearts Too Wild is an
unforgettable saga of searing passion and never-ending
love. From the shores of Scandinavia to
the meadows of England, Devon and Brigitta face
all odds to be together. |
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0505527650
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Acronym
Search Alien
Skin Magazine American
Zoetrope Area
4 Pennwriters Arts
and Letters Arts
and Music Pa.
Authors
Guild Bella
On-line Bookwire
(Publishers Weekly) Byline
Cacoethes
Scribendi Creative Writing Workshop Cataromance.com
Conversion
web site Creative
Nonfiction eharlequin.com
Freedom
Chronicles Futures
Magazine H
& H Press Hobgoblin.net
- resource for writers Holey
Index Cards Horror
Writers of America Horror
Writers Critique Group InkBurns
Literary
Awards Website Literary
Scams - Writers, Poets BEWARE! NovelsNow.com
miller's
pond The
Missouri Review MysteryPages.com
National
Writers Union The
On-line Books Page Online
Poetry Classes (via Explorer only)
One
Look on-line dictionary resource Outdoor
Writers Association of America Painted
Rock ParanormalRomance
Pennwriters
Library (List) Peridot
Books Poets
and Writers Project
Guttenberg Publishers
Marketplace Romance
Publishers Romance
Writers of America Science
Fiction-Fantasy Writers of America Shirazad
Silhouette
Romance Authors SubtleTea.com
The
Romance Club The
Writers Top
101 Book Marketing Sites Urban
Legends Utne
Magazine U.S.
Copyright Office U.S.
Patent and Trademark Office Wicked
Velvet Writers
Brew Club Writers'
Information Registry Writer's
Resources by Meta Plus WritersWeekly.com
WordDance
Writer's
Digest Writer's
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Jody
Barthle
(writing as Donna Barthle)

Jody
Barthle

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Donna
H. Barthle is an experienced acolyte leader,
a lay Eucharistic minister/visitor and a freelance
writer living in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. She
writes primarily for the environmental and inspirational
markets.
The
Acolyte Leader's Resource Guide—provides
everything someone new to managing an acolyte
program needs to know, as well as tips that
even the most experienced leaders will find
useful.
The
Parish Acolyte's Guide—Written for
acolytes of varying ages. Includes a short history
of the ministry, specific step by step instructions
for the duties acolytes perform and detailed
explanations of vestments and equipment. |
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0819219371
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| Mary
Best

Mary
Best

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Now
retired, Mary has edited two award-winning national
magazines, "The Master's Work" and "Catholic Forester,"
has written for two Daily Devotionals, "Living
Faith" and "My Daily Visitor," and authored a
syndicated column called Catholic Singles. She
has a Master's Degree in Pastoral Studies.
How
Shall We Become Holy, Thirty Steps to Intimacy
with God—Equally
appropriate for beginners and the more spiritually
advanced, this is a book that those seeking holiness
will find invaluable. Holiness is an integral
part of what we do every day, and the author's
suggestions are possible to achieve and profound
in their effects.
Seventy
Septembers—A
history of the work of the Holy Spirit Missionary
Sisters in Mississippi and Arkansas completed
in 1988 following a half year of research. This
book was written on assignment and is distributed
by the Sisters to promote their work. |
ISBN:
1933066024
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Walter
M. Brasch, Ph. D.

Walter
Brasch

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Walter
M. Brasch, Ph. D.—an award-winning former
newspaper reporter and editor—is a university
professor of journalism and mass communications,
and author of a biweekly syndicated newspaper
column. He has worked in the film industry and
as a copy writer and political consultant. He
is the author 13 books, most of them focusing
upon historical and contemporary social issues.
Sex
and the Single Beer Can—explores
free press/free speech issues, ethics, diversity,
politics, social injustice, business and labor
practices, the American language, and America's
preoccupation with sex, beauty, and violence.
The
Joy of Sax: America During the Bill Clinton
Era—Bill Clinton was one of the nation's
most dynamic presidents and one of the most
vil ified. He would affect Americans like
few people ever could, and no one would be neutral. |
ISBN:
0962461369
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Shirley Brosius

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Shirley holds a master's degree in Christian education and has pursued graduate work in journalism. Her articles have appeared in dozens of Christian publications, such as Angels on Earth and Mature Living. She is a correspondent for The Patriot-News.
Sisterhood of Faith: 365 Life-Changing Stories of Women Who Made a Difference—They are missionaries and martyrs, media personalities and ministers. Their stories captured in dramatic profiles go beyond the perplexing dialogue about the role of women in the church to focus on those who have simply devoted themselves to living out God's love in often-dramatic ways.
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Buescher

James
Buescher
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James
Buescher is the author of the one-act play Flambee.
Currently a business journalist, entertainment
reporter and political correspondent for Lancaster
Newspapers in Lancaster, he has worked on the
NBC Sci-Fi Series "Dark Skies" and is currently
writing his first novel, The Bin Fishers.
Flambee
—Cast: 4m., 3w. [Mardi Gras
dancers, extras.] When Megan places an ad in the
"relationships" column of the local newspaper,
she meets her maker in more ways than one in this
poignantly funny showdown between one woman and
the rest of the universe. Minimal staging.
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Brian
Butko

Brian
Butko

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Brian
Butko is editor of Western Pennsylvania
History, the journal of the Historical
Society of Western Pennsylvania. He’s
working on 2 books to be released in 2005: Greetings
from the Lincoln Highway and Roadside
Giants, about larger than-life buildings
and signs.
Diners
of Pennsylvania—More than a guidebook—but
that too—Brian and co-author Kevin Patrick
explore the history and geography behind the
state's 260 factory-built diners.
Klondikes,
Chipped Ham, & Skyscraper Cones: The Story
of Isaly's—Learn the story behind
America's best-selling ice cream novelty and
get to know the Isaly dairy family, renowned
for their generosity with workers and customers. |
ISBN:
0811728447
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0811728781 |
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Bobbi
Carducci

Bobbi
Carducci

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Bobbi
Carducci and her husband Michael created their
own shocking story when the dashing young Italian
man married the fetching, yet older, Irish woman.
They made a rousing success of it and after more
than 18 years are still living happily ever after
in Round hill, VA. where Bobbi writes two feature
columns for the local Purcellville Gazette. Other
publishing credits include her essay "Changing
Currents," in the anthology A Cup of Comfort for
Sisters, True Story magazine and ByLine magazine.
Bobbi is a founding member and director of The
Round Hill Writers Group.
A
Cup of Comfort for Sisters—More than
fifty remarkable stories create a touching celebration
of women you will want to share with your sister
and all your sister-friends.
Chicken
Soup for the Grandma’s Soul—Stories
to Honor and Celebrate the Ageless Love of Grandmothers
– Includes Bobbi’s story, “Deposition
Stew”. |
ISBN:
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0757303285 |
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Karen
Commings
(writing as C.S. Watts)

Karen
Commings

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Karen
Commings is an award-winning writer and author
of eight books on pet care. A former columnist
for Cat Fancy, Central Pennsylvania’s Apprise
and Computers in Libraries magazines, she was
a contributing editor for Pets.com and a regular
contributor to Petplace.com. She writes regularly
for CatWatch and DogWatch, the newsletters of
the Cornell University School of Veterinary Science.
More than of her 400 articles, essays, poems and
short stories appeared in print.
The
Dog Lover's Survival Guide—"Must reading"
for first-time dog owners--though even experienced
canine lovers will find helpful advice.
Shelter
Cats—If you're thinking of adopting
a feline companion, Shelter Cats will provide
you with everything you need to know to select
and care for your perfect pet.A Howell Cat Book
of Distinction |
ISBN:
0764115758
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0876056761 |
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Lisa
Wood Curry

Lisa
Wood Curry

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Lisa
Wood Curry has written for Chicken Soup
books, True Story, The Atlanta
Jewish Times, and more. Her as-yet-unpublished
historical novels have won awards including
RWA's Daphne du Maurier Award. Pennwriters Secretary
and a member of Sisters in Crime, Lisa lives
in Aliquippa, Pa., with her husband and two
sons.
Chicken
Soup for the Fisherman’s Soul—88
fish tales to hook your spirit and snag your
funny bone. Includes Lisa’s story, “The
Native.”
Chicken
Soup for the Mother of Preschooler's Soul—86
stories to refresh the soul and rekindle the
spirit of moms of little ones. Includes
Lisa's "Food for Thought." |
ISBN:
075730401X
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Ty
Drago

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Ty
Drago—is the editor/publisher of Peridot
Books (www.peridotbooks.com, a successful, online
market for science fiction, nd horror. All this,
and a day job too! Ty makes his home in New Jersey.
The
Franklin Affair—December, 1776. Sixteen-year-old
Henri Gruel is enlisted as a spy against the great
Ben Franklin. Charmed by the old man's wit, wisdom
and brilliance, Henri quickly finds his loyalties
in conflict—especially when Franklin is
framed for murder!
Phobos—Something
is killing people on a research station on Phobos,
Mars' largest moon. Lieutenant Mike Brogue, Peace
Corps officer and native Martian, must endure
treachery, double-dealings and even kidnapping
in order to uncover the truth—before he
becomes the next victim. |
ISBN:
1929085753
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Doris Dumrauf

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Doris Dumrauf is a writer and award-winning photographer who resides in Coraopolis, PA, with her husband and two cats. Her photo features have appeared in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Pennsylvania Magazine, Country Discoveries, and the travel website Trips and Journeys.
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Mary
Emmons
(writing as Anne K. Edwards)

Mary
Emmons

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Mary
Emmons, writing as Anne K. Edwards, writes what
she likes to read–-mysteries. She has been
a Pennwriters member for ten years and highly
recommends its critique groups.
Death
on Delivery—Hannah Clare returns to
P.I. work and finds herself nearly a victim to
a murder-for-hire ring that stalks her as she
is stalking them. (Available: October 2004.) |
ISBN:
1931201609
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Timons
Esaias

Timons
Esaias

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Tim
is a satirist, poet and writer of short fiction,
living in Pittsburgh. His poetry has been translated
into Spanish and Chinese; and his fiction has
appeared in thirteen languages. He is Adjunct
Faculty at Seton Hill University, in the Writing
Popular Fiction M.A. Program.
The
Influence of Pigeons on Architecture—This
poetry chapbook contains several favorites from
Tim's popular readings, including "hello",
"Some Days It Drives Me Nuts", "What
She Was", and "Superman Behind the Counter". |
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| Harriet
Feder

Harriet
Feder

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Harriet
K. Feder's books for toddlers and teens have been
published here and abroad. Children who grew up
with: What Can You Do With a Bagel and her holiday
books now eagerly read Feder's mystery series
for young adults featuring teen age sleuth, Vivi
Hartman.
Death
on Sacred Ground—Edgar nominee, 2002;
Agatha nominee, 2002; Sydney Taylor Notable Book,
2002; Children's Literature Choice, 2002; New
York Public Library Teen Choice, 2002.
Mystery
in Miami Beach - Vivi helps capture a Nazi
spy. A Holocaust thriller published in several
languages. |
ISBN:
0822507412
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00822507331 |
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Karl
Fieldhouse

Karl
Fieldhouse

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Karl
Fieldhouse a reading specialist, has previously
published books for beginning readers. He lives
with his wife, a Lutheran pastor, in Pennsylvania.
Lethal
Lent—Pastor Abby Shaw is back. Can
she help her good friend and supporter Barb Johnson
fend off prosecution for the murder of Barb’s
sister on the church Lenten retreat? Will it be
a Lethal Lent at more than one level?
Awful
Advent—’Tis the season to be
jolly? Not for Pastor Abby Shaw, who finds a body
in her Frederick County, Maryland, church four
Sundays before Christmas. Can Abby find the hidden
evidence and expose the killer?
Also
available: Miss Howell's Employment,
An Avalon historical romance. |
ISBN:
0803496583
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0803495692 |
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| Sharon
K. Garner

Sharon
K. Garner

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Sharon
K. Garner writes short stories and novels to capture
the snappy comebacks that get away from her in
real life, as evident in her latest romantic suspense
novel, Sanctuary.
Sanctuary—A
double cross that keeps on giving, a Brazilian
ex-mercenary who wants to live in peace, a children's
book illustrator who's thrust into a danger she
doesn't understand...with a man she doesn't want
to love.
The
Spaniard's Cross—Pledged in
love by an Armada survivor, the gold & ruby
cross is a modern Spaniard's obsession. Ellie
& Trev are forced into a deadly game for the
heirloom, ending in a smugglers passage deep beneath
Cornwall. |
ISBN:
1594140979
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0759941351 |
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| Lisa Gensheimer

Lisa Gensheimer

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Lisa Gensheimer, president of Main Street Media, is an award-winning documentary producer and writer whose work has appeared on public television stations nationwide. Drawn to stories that define our national character, Lisa and her husband Rich specialize in programs that bring history to life.
Pennsylvania Wilds: Images from the Allegheny National Forest—Now you can enter the mysterious world of the Allegheny National Forest through the lens of photographer Ed Bernik. Little-known legends, new archaeological discoveries and unforgettable people await as you journey deep into a forest teeming with life. Story by Lisa Gensheimer.
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0977065707
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Christine
Goldbeck

Christine
Goldbeck

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Christine
Goldbeck—Writing since she was five and
continuously published in newspapers, magazines
and books since she was 17, Christine is a writer
for the Pennsylvania House of Representatives
Republican Caucus and leads workshops on personal
journaling, creative and business writing.
A
Tribute to O'Hara and Other Stories—contains
eight short stories about contemporary, small-town
life. The title story is a tribute to author John
O’Hara, a National Book Award winning Pennsylvanian
whose books remain widely read and collectible
today. The book also contains art by David Naydock,
also a Pennsylvanian whose work has been featured
in Pennsylvania Magazine, and a sketch by Ed Shank,
a Pennsylvania sculptor. |
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| Edie
Hanes
(writing as Lauren Nichols)

Edie
Hanes

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Edie
Hanes is a charter member of Pennwriters. In additon
to writing short
romances and mysteries for anyone who'll send
her a check, she pens romantic suspense novels
for Harlequin/ Silhouette.
Run
to Me—When Erin Fallon's abusive
ex-husband decides he wants his three-year old
daughter back and his ex-wife dead, Erin finds
herself running from a hitman...straight into
the arms of a rugged civil engineer with emotional
baggage of his own. Things are heating up in High
Hawk, Arizona.
Bachelor
in Blue Jeans—Sparks fly when
Zach Davis temporarily returns to his Pennsylvania
home town and discovers that the girl he left
behind has become a stunning woman--and she's
up to her pretty brown eyes in danger. |
ISBN:
037327341X
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0373272340 |
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| Lisa
Lawmaster Hess

Lisa
Lawmaster Hess

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Lisa
Lawmaster Hess is the author of two books, and
numerous magazine articles. A school counselor
for nearly twenty years, Lisa has published articles
in educational publications such as Today's Catholic
Teacher, Momentum and Teachers of Vision. Other
articles have appeared regionally, nationally
and online in publications ranging from Wee Teach
to Mature Lifestyles.
Diverse
Divorce—Diverse Divorce is a compilation
of stories about divorce and separation. Each
story features a different child adjusting to
a changing family and coping with the feelings
that go along with these changes. Eight of the
stories are for younger elementary-age children;
ten are for older children. Discussion questions
and activities are included as well.
Acting
Assertively—Acting Assertively
was written as a seven session assertiveness program
to be used by adults with upper elementary school
students. A series of stories and activities,
Acting Assertively can also be used independently
by kids or select lessons may be used by parents
or classroom teachers.
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| John
R. Hillman Jr.
(writing as Jack Hillman)

Jack
Hillman

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Jack
Hillman, a Pennwriter since 1993, is a freelance
writer and journalist. His writings include insurance
matters, medical texts, investigative reporting,
and short stories, novels and stage plays in Science
Fiction, Fantasy, Mystery, Horror, and Humor genres.
There
Are Giants In This Valley—“There
Are Giants In This Valley” Is a Young Adult Fantasy.
When Eric Johnson moved From Philadelphia to the
country he wanted something to do. Landing in
the middle of a war between the Norse Gods and
Frost Giants wasn’t what he had in mind.
Giants Want the Lost River—Now the Frost Giants were trying to get access to Enigma Caverns and the Lost River, so they could continue their battle against the Aesir and conquer the people of Earth as well. Eric, Tommy and Stephanie had to find out why the Giants really wanted the Lost River and stop the Giants from taking control of Enigma Caverns. Follow the continuing saga of the Giant's War trilogy- a classic adventure of young children in amazing settings- and find out where the Lost River really comes out! |
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Walter P. Honsinger

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Walt has three adventure novels, a suspense novel and one historical non-fiction book. A Controller by trade, Walt lives in East Petersburg, Pa. with his lovely wife Deborah.
The Cabin—When Sue and Anna wanted to leave the world behind and build a cabin in the wilderness, Sue invited her childhood friend Ethan to help them. Neither knew that Anna held a secret that would imperil them all or that together they would face...everything!
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Marsha Hubler
(writing as M.L. Hubler)

Marsha Hubler

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With a master's degree in education I've spent over 35 years in education. Since 1990 I've had a few dozen articles, short stories, and poems published in various magazines, newspapers, and cards. Starting in 2003, I've had 7 books published and 1 book self published.
Draw Me Closer, Lord—Published in 2003 by Regular Baptist Press, Schaumburg, IL, this is 128-page Bible study guide for ladies which can be used in group Bible studies or individual devotions. This nonfiction-helps book is in it second printing.
The Trouble with Skye—The first in the 6-book juv. fic. KEYSTONE STABLES SERIES from Zonderkidz, Grand Rapids, MI, it follows Skye Nicholson, a juvenile delinquent, who is placed in a loving foster home where a champion quarter horse, Champ, steals her heart. (In its 5th printing)
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Martha
Johnson
(writing as Marta Perry)

Martha
Johnson

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Martha
Johnson is the award-winning author of 17 novels
and over 300 published short stories. Currently
she writes inspirational romance for Steeple Hill
Books, and she'll soon begin writing romantic
suspense for the same publisher. She lives in
eastern Pennsylvania but spends a lot of time
traveling with her husband, especially to visit
their four beautiful grandchildren.
TRUE
DEVOTION—Pregnant Susannah Laine came
to Lakemont to find out why her husband died there,
but Police Chief Nathan Sloan is driven to protect
her from the answers she seeks.
HERO
IN HER HEART—Nolie Lang's farm is a
haven for abandoned animals and a source of hope
for the disabled, but her biggest challenge comes
in the form of one stubborn firefighter. First
in the Flanagan Firefighter series! |
ISBN:
0373872518
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Elizabeth
Kann

Elizabeth
Kann

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Elizabeth
Kann lives in Reading, PA, with her husband and
two children. Her essays have appeared in the
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Chocolate For The Soul
Volume II, SHE Caribbean, Go World Travel, and
elsewhere. She and her sister co-authored Pinkalicious,
a children's picture book (HarperCollins).
Pinkalicious—Written
by Elizabeth Kann and her sister Victoria Kann,
Illustrated by Victoria Kann. It's a book about
dessert, desire and discipline. Pinkalicious can't
stop eating pink cupcakes despite warnings from
her parents. Her pink indulgence lands her at
the doctor's office with Pinkititis.
Chocolate
for the Woman's Soul Volume II—Chocolate
for the Woman's Soul Volume II consists of 77
Stories that Celebrate the Richness of Life. Elizabeth
Kann's essay in the Laugh Lines section is called
The No Treat Retreat. |
ISBN:0060776390
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0743250192
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Lang

Sue
Lang

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Sue
Lang, who has published articles and books, currently
serves as a Synodical Consultant in Leadership
and Congregational Support. She offers resources
for busy congregational leaders. She also directs
an annual writer's conference to support those
writing for the local congregation and beyond.
Who
is My Neighbor?—Through the study of
the Old Testament books of Ruth and Jonah, individuals
participate in a group learning experience. Exercises
and thought-provoking questions will encourage
a new understanding of the biblical books as they
intersect with contemporary life.
Our
Community—Begins with a definition
of conflict grounded in who we are as the people
of God and discusses the difference between unhealthy
and healthy communications. For leaders working
to maintain a healthy church. |
ISBN:
806644117
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ISBN:
0806645644 |
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Sue Lange

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Sue Lange's Tritcheon Hash was published by Metropolis Ink in 2003. Her We, Robots was published by Aqueduct Press in 2007. She has also published short stories in Adbusters and numerous speculative fiction magazines.
Tritcheon Hash—The year is 3011. Women live on one planet, men the other. Tritcheon Hash, ace test pilot, has been given the assignment to spy on the men's planet to determine if there is any reason why the two genders should get back together.
We, Robots—On the eve of the Singularity, Avey, an off-the-shelf domestic robot is recalled to the factory for a safety upgrade. Upon returning home, the robot discovers the world to be changed and embarks on a path to rebellion. |
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095805438X
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Liana
Laverentz

Liana
Laverentz

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Liana is a charter member of Pennwriters, Inc., a past president and Pennwriters Meritorious Service Award winner. Her contemporary romance Thin Ice was published by The Wild Rose Press in 2007. Her contemporary romance titled Jake’s Return will be released by The Wild Rose Press in 2008.
Thin Ice—The last thing ER doctor Emily Jordan needs is a man who uses his fists in his work. Will professional hockey player Eric Cameron be able to win her battered heart despite her opposition to the only life he’s ever known? Or when the season ends will he move on alone?
Jake's Return—Small town bad boy Jacob Donovan has spent his entire adult life running from his feelings for the girl next door, Rebecca Reed. Now he's back, having been paroled from prison for murder. When the daughter he didn't know he had is kidnapped, will he risk his freedom to save her?
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| Virginia
Loewen

Virginia
Loewen

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Virginia
H. Loewen has spent 25 years as an elementary
teacher and reading specialist. She has served
as a lay leader of St. John’s United Methodist
Church, State College, PA. She enjoys visiting
elementary classrooms, sharing her works, the
writing process, and her love of reading and writing.
Planting
Seeds of Faith: 26 Children’s Sermons—A
book of entertaining 10-minute lessons for adults
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