What inspired you to write your memoir? Growing up the middle child between a developmentally disabled brother and a schizophrenic sister rendered me something of a poster child for "well sibling syndrome." My hope is that my story will be helpful to others who have experienced the challenge of walking the fine line between their own needs and the needs of loved ones. About your Book: Hamster Island chronicles Heartwell’s heroic (and often hilarious) determination to live an unremarkable … [Read more...] about Hamster Island by Joan Heartwell
A Harem Boy’s Saga – I – Initiation; a memoir by Young by Bernard (aka Young) Foong
This provocative story is about a young man who was initiated into a clandestine sexual society. He was spirited to the Middle East, from his UK boarding school. He attended the Bahriji School (Oasis,) in The United Arab Emirates in preparation for serving in Harems for the wealthy and elite. It is also a love story between the young man and his ‘Valet’ who served as his chaperone and mentor during the boy’s Harem service. Author’s note: I had a privileged and unique upbringing in … [Read more...] about A Harem Boy’s Saga – I – Initiation; a memoir by Young by Bernard (aka Young) Foong
Life After Hell: Surviving Sexual Abuse by Gladys Quintal
What inspired you to write your memoir? In February 2013, I was finally able to close a chapter on my life that was dragging me down; my stepfather was sentenced to seven years prison for rape and sexual abuse. It had taken me 30 years, but I'd managed to get it done. I think to spite my childhood, I turned out okay and wanted to share my story with other abuse survivors. About your Book: After being separated from my mother twice in my 10 short years of life, I was more than a little … [Read more...] about Life After Hell: Surviving Sexual Abuse by Gladys Quintal
Once I Was A Teenager: Growing Up In The 50s And 60s In Australia And Beyond by Jonquil Graham
A funny nostalgic memoir of how it felt to be a teenager in the 60s whether you lived in America, Australia or the UK. Recall your mother's pithy sayings, societal changes, food, fashions, schooling, teenage rebellion, boys, sex, 21st birthdays, surfing, the impact of rock 'n roll and Beatlemania, job opportunities, sea voyages, hitch-hiking, doing the hippie trail and much much more. A fun flashback to an era that doesn't exist now. Targeted Age Group:: baby boomers What Inspired You to … [Read more...] about Once I Was A Teenager: Growing Up In The 50s And 60s In Australia And Beyond by Jonquil Graham
Lesbian Crushes at School: A Diary on Growing Up Gay in the Eighties by Natasha Holme @lescrushdiaries
What inspired you to write your memoir? I wrote this memoir from diaries that I kept as a child. It is the 'prequel' to my already published diary on how I became bulimic. I have always wanted to see my diaries in book form. About your Book: In 1983 thirteen-year-old Natasha is in love with her French teacher, Miss Williams. When Natasha is cruelly banished from Miss Williams's class forever, the love develops into obsession ... stalking ... unhealthy behaviour ... and painfully misguided … [Read more...] about Lesbian Crushes at School: A Diary on Growing Up Gay in the Eighties by Natasha Holme @lescrushdiaries
Hearts On The Line by Marla Martenson
What inspired you to write your memoir? I have a very unique job. As a Beverly Hills Matchmaker, people always seemed to be fascinated by my work and countless stories. Hearts on the Line is the sequel to my first memoir, Diary of a Beverly Hills Matchmaker. I was inspired by Jen Lancaster, a New York Times best selling author who writes memoirs about her life. I loved her wit and honesty and decided to write my own adventures. About your Book: Marla’s day might begin with an email like … [Read more...] about Hearts On The Line by Marla Martenson
Memoirs of a Caddie: Life and Times of a Misguided Youth by Patrick Burke @pmichaelburke
Located just outside the City of Chicago, Fairview Country Club functioned as an adult playground for some of the City’s most wealthy and influential politicians, business owners and investment bankers. Fairview became their escape from the everyday, the one place where they didn’t have to worry about putting on airs. For caddies, Fairview became a sort of rite of passage, a place where you entered as a naïve child and left as a man, armed with the bizarre and wonderful knowledge that will shape … [Read more...] about Memoirs of a Caddie: Life and Times of a Misguided Youth by Patrick Burke @pmichaelburke
It’s Not Weird Anymore: An Extraordinary True Tale by Laura Legere
What inspired you to write your memoir? I should have died from a scooter accident in Mexico from a massive head injury in January of 2007. Resulting in 7 steel plates and 34 screws surgically placed in my face. Because of my healing and mental skills as well as my spiritual connections I never lost consciousness, nor did I experience any pain; not even a headache. I have very little scaring and no head injury symptoms to speak of. The magical way everything lined up, it was shown to me that it … [Read more...] about It’s Not Weird Anymore: An Extraordinary True Tale by Laura Legere
The Untimely Loss of Robin Williams by Merber Books
One of the most loved American actors and comedians of all time, Robin Williams had the unique ability to bring laughter and tears to people at the same time. This book contains a short biography about his life and in more detail - his recent years. As well as some life lessons that Robin Williams left us before he past away. Get your copy now! Targeted Age Group:: general adults What Inspired You to Write Your Book? I am a passionate writer from a small country in north Europe - … [Read more...] about The Untimely Loss of Robin Williams by Merber Books
Double Happiness by Tony Brasunas
Tony Brasunas's award-winning debut memoir is a fascinating portrait of life in China and a groundbreaking story of coming of age in today's era of globalization. In a classroom in sultry Guangzhou, having never before left the United States nor taught a class on anything, armed only with a beginner's grasp of the language, Brasunas is confronted daily by thirty-seven ninth graders in uniform. Only his intrinsic curiosity about Chinese culture and about himself drives him on, to keep trying … [Read more...] about Double Happiness by Tony Brasunas
