Dove & Dragon Author Talk

On August 20, 2015, after enduring years of intense workplace stress, bullying and harassment, Tracey Maxfield, a hard working, highly skilled, caring and compassionate nurse, hurtled headfirst down into an abyss of darkness, despair, pain and sorrow (she affectionately named the rabbit hole). Despite being no stranger to depression, having made its acquaintance many times throughout the years, nothing could have prepared her for what was about to happen to her life, her heart, her soul, her very being.

Escaping the Rabbit Hole: My Journey Through Depression is a brutally honest, raw, and vivid description of what life is like after experiencing an acute depressive episode. Through a series of blog posts, journal entries and a letter to self, Tracey shares the excruciating emotional and physical pain she endured, the never-ending feelings of hopelessness, worthlessness and sadness which left her inert and unable to function, and her ongoing battle against DBS (death by suicide). Every single day, she had to make a choice: to fight the battle to live, or to surrender and die. She chose to live, and so began her most difficult and challenging life journey yet, to try and escape the rabbit hole.

This book is a must read for anyone living with depression or caring for someone with depression, and for anyone who wants to know more about this greatly misunderstood mental health illness. Tracey shows us that words can be powerful and healing, and with time, it is possible to emerge from the rabbit hole of darkness and despair and reclaim your life. This is a story of courage, of hope, and of never giving up.

Author Bio:

Author Roland Sato Page was born in Brooklyn New York in a military household with a mother from Osaka Japan and a combat trainer father with three war tours under his belt. He grew up in a well-disciplined home with five other siblings. As he got older his family relocated to St. Louis where the author planted his roots and also pursued a military life in the Army Reserves.

Roland married his high school sweetheart and started a family of four. Roland joined the St. Louis police department were his career was cut short when he was convicted of federal crimes due to his childhood affiliation.

After enduring his demise he rebounded becoming a famed a tattoo artist opening Pearl Gallery Tattoos in downtown St. Louis Mo. The company grew into a family business yet another unfortunate incident tested his fate. He was diagnosed with Lupus which halted his body art career. However, with tragedy comes blessings. Roland’s sons took over the business and propelled the shop to a higher level. Roland consumed with depression began writing to occupy the time. With a newfound passion, he traded visual art for literary art.

Book Synopsis:

Eating the Forbidden Fruit is a gritty fiction novel loosely based on true events in author Roland Sato Page’s life. The newcomer author delivers a personal journey into his rise and demise as a St. Louis Police Officer. He takes the readers on a roller coaster ride of good ole family memories to the nightmarish reality of being a police officer indicted on federal crimes. During his trial, he wrote memoirs as a testimonial of redemption. Roland’s case stems from the conflict of his childhood affiliation and his oath to uphold the law. What is certain is one can't run from sin for karma is much faster.

Website: http://www.authorrolandpage.com

Purchase Link: https://www.amazon.com/author/rolandpage

Majken Selinder Nilsson started writing as an escape from a particularly difficult time in her life and discovered she had quite the knack for it! 

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About Jan Notzon

Jan Notzon, one-time actor (Another World, Matlock, The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles) and now playwright and novelist was born and raised on the Mexican border in Texas. After a stint in The Big Apple, he now makes his home in Charlotte, NC.

Author of seven full-length plays, a one-act and a children's story (The Gift of Arbol Ceiba), he has recently turned his attentions to the novel.

His first, The Dogs...Barking, is the coming-of-age story of a boy growing up in challenging circumstances and how, as he grows into a man, he learns to deal with the devils his upbringing has instilled in him. His odyssey takes him from the staid, conformist 1950s to university life in the wild-eyed, rebellious '60s and on to the raw, frenetic power of New York City to pursue dreams of stardom. Amazingly, he finds the resolution to his quest in that same sleepy little town on the Mexican border where his journey began.

His second novel, And Ye Shall Be As Gods, traces the story of Jake Kazmareck, his quest to discover the evil that plunged his beloved baby-sister into despair and his lost love into madness. After a journey filled with agonizing self-discovery, he finds what he seeks in a most astonishing place.

Next is The Id Paradox, the tale of three friends, their almost fatal adventure canoeing down the Rio Grande, their frustrated attempt to sneak one's family across the Mexican border that ends in the apparent death of one and the consequent estrangement of the other two. When news reaches them that their bosom buddy is not dead but rotting in a Mexican prison, they come together to launch a rescue attempt. The endeavor is successful and heals the rift between the two. Now the challenge is to rebuild the broken spirit of their friend.

Jan's fourth, Song for the Forsaken, chronicles how the loss of faith brings the relationship of two dirt-poor sisters in Appalachia to the brink of disaster, and shows the family history that led them to that pass.

David Matthews whose latest book is about the Houston Astros.

His latest book, Houston Astros, couldn't have come at a more controversial time but if Texas ever needed a good baseball fantasy, it’s now. and native son, David Matthews has obliged. His new novel, revolving one young man's fantastical journey of being drafted by his favorite team, Houston Astros and becoming the game’s unparalleled star.

Although set in the baseball world, it is not just a sports story, but a captivating novel that tells the tale of the main character who is a superstar on the field, but in real life has a dark past haunting him and daunting struggles he’s trying to overcome. That, the Astros and David himself can identify with.

The book is currently sold at both Amazon and Barnes and Noble. Website: Davidmatthewswriter.com

https://www.amazon.com/Texas-Heat-Sports-Fantasy-Book-ebook/dp/B07MDNGQ8Q/ref=sr_1_13?

SINGLE IS AS SINGLE DOES: Miss-Adventures in Single Living

When asked why she's never married Dana smiles, and says, "I just haven't found a man who could stand to be as deliriously happy as I would make him." Are you navigating life without a partner? Do you feel like you're the only one? Are you fearful of being found dead in your apartment days away from being eaten by your cats? Have any of these things ever happened to you?•Been an emergency room patient in Italy?•Become unemployed and homeless within a two-day period?•Experienced a nervous breakdown during a power outage?•Found yourself trapped in a bathtub and can't get out?•Frightened by a home-invading maple leaf?"I've had decisions I'm not proud of, seasons of surprising maturity, and times of utter humiliation. But it's all me." Join Dana as she shares her experiences with humor and transparency. You'll finish thinking, "Well, if she can do it then certainly I can."

https://www.amazon.com/Single-As-Does-Miss-Adventures-Living/dp/1082225169/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=SINGLE+IS+AS+SINGLE+DOES%3A+Miss-Adventures+in+Single+Living&qid=1582215427&s=books&sr=1-1

Several college students end up going to a town in Ireland for their Spring Break. They drink and dance for the first night. As they leave for the night, the group starts walking in a different direction. After a small amount of time, they've ended up lost. Afterwards, they find themselves in a neighborhood left in ruins. The students see an opportunity to explore the area. Out of all the places only one is more dark and decrepit, though remains standing well enough. The students want to check out the place. Their interest is exciting, though their wonder is excessive. After making the choice to enter, the students pass out! Because a mysterious horrific accident happened to them! The new victims are forced to face many challenges to survive! Throughout this unique and original haunting story, these characters are forced to face obstacles, battles, and magic against many difficult and skillful enemies! Their survival depends most on how they can overcome their worst fears, even some of their most tragic fears!

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Here’s some info and a link to my amazon page for our interview tomorrow. I would like to focus on The Destiny Trilogy and what makes it different from other ya fantasy stories. Specifically the family relationships and the use of magical creatures found in Native American folklore. I have a wide range of books to fit any reading tastes. If you like fantasy adventure check out my series The Destiny Trilogy. If you are partial to a paranormal mystery there’s CC Mullens: The Case of The Orange Hair Ribbon. How about a Christian coming of age story? I am John Paul is for you. And if you find yourself pondering the big questions The Dialogue Book One: On The Existence of God will ponder them with you. http://www.amazon.com/Cris-Pasqueralle/e/B00I51C0IQ%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share

About W.T. Hamilton

W.T. Hamilton is the award winning author of The Harsh Truths and the creator of the world's first ONE Chapter Book series. Helping driven entrepreneur solve business problems ONE Chapter Book at a time.

Taking risks and pushing the limits is what excites W.T. as an author. He also loves the freedom and creativity self publishing gives him, keeping him engaged, inspired and focused on sharing.

His many years of experience as a manager in the corporate world, along with his years of experience as a business management consultant and entrepreneur gives him an abundance of insight and real world knowledge to offer and gift through his writings.

In 2019 he was honored with an award from Readers' Favorite, for his book, The Harsh Truths, traveling to Miami to experience the award ceremony and accept his first award in writing.

He is also the co-author of the Your Invincible Power book series, which he wrote with his Mom, Pamela Hamilton. Helping people gain a better understanding of how to apply the Law of Attraction to their lives.

He has written 6 books in the YIP series and 7 books in the ONE Chapter book series, continuing to share his insight in daring and risky ways.

'My main focus is to serve others, through various way, to help them live the life of their dreams, in a fun and powerful way' - W.T. Hamilton

Visit our website: www.yourinvinciblepower.com

Join Me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/w.t.hamilton/

Check out my Amazon author page http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00YY0S4KK

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A man of action sees a beautiful woman and knows that he can have her, while a rebel knows that he can take her.”

This is one of many striking proverbs that enabled me to drive home the “edge” that the “bad boy” has. The bad boy in all essence is what most people call “alpha-male” today. He gets “the girl”, he has “the look”, and he does what he wants, needless to say; this guy is a winner. The Bad Boy is a series that is all about what type of man this is, and is designed for the man to question if this is the path for he should take, and for the woman to question if this is the guy that she could see herself with. In The Bad Boy, I will lead you through a series of seven different assertions.

Who the bad boy really is

What is takes to be a bad boy

The costs

The benefits

Why the bad boy gets so much respect

Why women can’t resist him

Why women don’t resist him

So prepare yourself to take a ride with...the bad boy.

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