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Past NaNoWriMo Day 1 to finish the first draft of novel

December 1, 2023 Author Emma Palova Leave a comment

Ok, I am back at it pounding the keys on a wintery afternoon embarking on an adventure to finish the first draft of the new novel. I logged in 1,246 words. We got a mixture of rain and snow for a soggy day and a muddy gravel road with potholes. I ended up jumping on the treadmill instead of going on the trail.

I reaped the winner goodies this morning and entered the Winner’s Circle with other writers and authors. Sometimes, I feel like a kid back in school or a college student. I have to get all these rewards to continue on.

Rewards, badges

My badges and more, once I locate it all. The first one on the left is the winning badge for writing 50,000 words on or before Nov. 30, the second one is for writing daily, and the third one is for participating in this year’s challenge.

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Author Rich Nelson pens This Tender Man – My Father’s Story

September 22, 2023 emmapalova Leave a comment

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In his memoir, This Tender Man-My Father’s Story Nelson explores the journey of an ordinary man caught up in the extraordinary circumstances of war. “My father nearly died of malaria in the jungles of WWII New Guinea” is the opening line of the book.

Woodrow F. Nelson served in the U.S. Army’s 1462nd Engineer Maintenance Company in the tropical Pacific during WWII, coming home damaged by war but committed to leaving the war behind and going back to work, starting a family, and serving his community.

However, like many veterans, he never shared any of the war stories with his son. Author Rich Nelson embarked on a journey to find out about his father’s experience.

The book also delves into Muskegon’s colorful historical and cultural tapestry.

Listen in for a chance to win a signed copy of This Tender Man-My Father’s Story.

Sponsored by Doc Chavent, The Lowell Ledger, and UP author Hilton Everett Moore

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Come to the 50th Island Art Fair in Grand Ledge

July 26, 2023 emmapalova Leave a comment

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Bring Joy and Love to the Island Fair. There will be no sad faces.

Be a part of history, as this epic fair, run by volunteers only, celebrates 50 fantastic years on the island on July 29, 2023. What better way to make up for the missing Covid year and to enhance this year’s celebration than to add 50 new vendors for a total of more than 180 vendors?

“They put a little light into this dark time,” said event producer Stephene Lapp.

Twenty Michigan Authors will be located both on the island and at the ballfield. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to get a signed book by a live author. And food trucks are back

Find out more about the island’s fascinating history in this action-packed episode with Lapp of Ledge Craft Lane.