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ShirleyGrace

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I enjoy many hobbies and interests including, of course, writing. I am an artist. I also enjoy the outdoors. Family is very important to me. I appreciate all reads and comments.
I recently completed my college degree after a 20 year hiatus.Listed in WHO' S WHO among students in American Junior Colleges.

Ernest Hemingway was believed to have said (paraphrase), "a writers life is a lonely one at best and if he or she is lucky enough to get fame and recognition, the talent begins to suffer and downhill they go." I have long admired anything he ever wrote.


* "The Devil's Stepchild", one of my books, puts some people off because of the title. If you expect demons, you will be disappointed. If you are religious, you might be reluctant as the title is dark. It is a book I have wanted to write for many years. It examines the value of "self". *Quote from book: "She walked her mountain to her favorite place and stripping herself of all clothing, she cupped her hands and dipping water from the spring she poured it over her body. It woke the sleeping sensuality in her and she was once more a woman with all the long denied desires alive again."

The cover was designed by my grandson.



favourite books

Anything by Jane Austen and Ernest Hemingway.
The "Love Comes Softly" series. Janette Oke
Anything from the "turn-of-the-century" period or of the "pioneer" genre.

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The Devil's Stepchild

Shirley Grace Kelly

This one's for "Thinkers."Thompsie retreats to a hermit-like existence and finds the pathway to true peace within herself and the world. She is enriched.


Thompsie, very disillusioned with society, is a recluse. Abused and neglected as a child and she has faced the death of many loved ones. She chooses to take another identity and forget her past.. She has dealt with extreme poverty, loss, disappointment and betrayal. Running from pain, she soon learns that her past will follow her as will the people she has loved. She discovers that she has a special "power" which pulls her back into society.Only time will tell if it is a blessing or a curse. She learns that she cannot escape certain emotions when she has to come to the rescue of a child who has faced horrors worse than hers. Can she help the little girl to live a normal life? Can she again give of herself to help others? Does she dare love once more?? Find out!

"Those who havent read on have missed something very special...and - yes - maxi-stars."
-Jane (Breath of Africa).

*There is so much below the surface, you will not 'get it' unless you read on. It took years to write. This book will bring you peace.

 

Sinja

Shirley Grace Kelly

An amazing mountain girl of Indian heritage keeps memories alive and heals others with natural medicines despite conflict with a young, traditional doctor. Refreshing read!


Sinja is a young girl left alone after the death of her grandfather. Very proud of her heritage, she is determined to make her way on her own! Little more than a child herself, she takes in five orphans to raise. This and her will to practice herbal medicines and cures is tested when a traditional medical practitioner moves into the area. He is determined that she will fall in love with him! Will she?He will accept nothing less! Is this a man she can spend her life with? Can they work out their differences? Will they join forces for a common goal? Only time will tell!

Cover design by David E White, my grandson.

 

Turnips and Tulips: Cameos by ....

Shirley Grace Kelly

A collection of humorous anecdotes.They are true and I dare you not to belly laugh! It's the greatest medicine Try it.


This gift of short stories shares many humorous adventures experienced throughout my lifetime. The stories are all true and showcase many of the very colorful and interesting people I have known. Some are character studies and a way to share and document some of the escapades I have witnessed and even took part in.

If you like to laugh and enjoy a good chuckle at the hillbilly experience, (we know who we are) this is a must read. The Hatfield-McCoy-Jed Clampett bunch, maybe? Yes, the cover of this book applies the attitude that some days are turnips and fortunately for us all, others are tulips. A mean old rooster...An Evel Knievel brother who knows no fear. A bad experience at the hospital...Attacking bees and the list goes on! What is a day without a few laughs?

Cover design by David E. White, my grandson.

 

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I wrote 5 days ago

B&B: I read this when you had it on before. I want to take my time and read it again. It's lighthearted and a fun read. I like your gal characters and I like the way you open the story. Most women can really relate to it. It's funny and yet we see something is on this persons mind and when the clou... view book

I wrote 6 days ago

Michele: I just finished reading most of what you have uploaded. You do a good job of taking the reader back in time. I love historical fiction and you have done well with this. You prepare the setting well and give pieces of the back story so the reader gets to know the girls and the wonderful "na... view book

I wrote 10 days ago

This will be a wake up call for people buying tickets. I like it. I like your M/C and I felt like I knew her. I also felt like they were better off without the money. I would have liked more dialogue and maybe more scene description but you take the reader inside and let them get to know Rita and he... view book

I wrote 11 days ago

Bethany: This is a powerful story. I cannot imagine going through this and worse yet feeling there was no way out. How horrible this must have been for you and the desperation you must have felt. People suffer around us everyday and we are unaware. Some of your story is wonderful though like when ... view book

I wrote 12 days ago

Martin: I have read several chapters of this. It's different in the fact that while I was disgusted with what happened to you, I was smiling at the same time at some of your antics. Strange. I found that quite different. You were indeed a little Tom Sawyer in some of your escapades. I felt bad when... view book

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