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Helga Returns Released Today
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Helga Returns is released. I am now a published author of two books at Solstice Publishing. So cool.
I would like to introduce my new illustrator Kelly Murray at KMurray Designs. She does wonderful work.
Travel along with James on his adventure with his Icelandic friends Syvok and Matt to Yamas. A village deep inside the mountains of Iceland. Enjoy your adventures, WB
My books are available at solsticepublishing.com
James Saves the Moon and Helga Returns
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Book Signing
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The book signing was fun at Great Lakes Books and Supply. Great Lakes Books and Supply is our biggest bookstore in town. It across from Ferris State University. I love the store.
Thanks to all who came and bought a book. My Dear Friend Tracy took some pictures for me so I am going to share.



I had a nice slide show going as I talked. Folks asked good questions. Hope their are many more. Tracy said I did good. Once I finish the Yule Lads I will be devoting some time to getting book signings. Still waiting on a date for my second book Helga Returns release.
My book is available at Great Lakes Books and Supply and The Old Pioneer Store and Emporium here in Big Rapids.
Thanks and Have a great day. WB
Also Available online at
http://www.schulerbooks.com/book/9781461078807
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Guest Post Gary Peterson
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I would like to introduce Gary Peterson. He is a author of two mystery books and a lovely tale of a nine year old family struggles and imagination allows them to forget the struggles for a while, published by Solstice Publishing. His books are riveting and a must read. Enjoy getting to know Gary’s books and the Author. Enjoy the Adventure WB
Gary Peterson Guest Post
Who is Gary Peterson?
While he was still in high school in the early sixties his family moved in an old house out in the country. The walls creaked and dark shadows abounded. This was the inspiration for his novel.
He currently lives near the small community of Yakima, Washington with his wife and dog. He has a B. A. Degree in Business Administration and a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology. He acquired much of his knowledge about court procedures while working as a child protective services worker for many years. His hobbies include hiking, bowling, and reading a good mystery novel.
His books?
Gary has three books, The Old Miller Place, Return to Painters Island, and The Kidnapping of Olivia Hammond.
In 1961 George Peabody struggles for months to find employment. When he is about ready to give up he lands a job with a small newspaper. He likes the area and talks his wife, Elizabeth; into buying an old rundown house. Objects start moving by themselves and an icy presence permeates the entire house. Is he and his family safe? He researches the old house’s history and learns of grisly murders that had taken place there. An attorney is bludgeoned to death and a woman turns up dead in the back of his truck. He is accused of both murders and is on trial for his life. Has he been framed for their murders by a crooked cop, Detective Strausser, or is it someone else? Are the murders of the past somehow connected to what is currently going on? Suddenly he is abducted by the real killer. It becomes a race against time as a retired police detective, Gary Wise, and his ex-partner, Detective Thayer, search for clues to find him.
Buy ebook on Solstice http://www.solsticepublishing.com/products/The-Old-Miller-Place%252d%252d%252dPDF-EBOOK.html Amazon http://www.amazon.com/The-Old-Miller-Place-ebook/dp/B004R1Q4ZI/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1320428853&sr=8-5
Buy paperback from Createspace https://www.createspace.com/3581160 , Amazon http://www.amazon.com/Old-Miller-Place-Gary-Peterson/dp/1461008085/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1320428853&sr=8-1
“It is in the 1950’s and Jim, who is almost nine years old, helps his mom support the family because his dad is too sick to work. He sometimes is allowed to escape to “Painter’s Island”, a magical place where he can be a kid again. Follow him as he jumps off sawdust piles, digs up buried treasure, has sword fights with his friends, and tries to fly.”
Buy Return to painters island e-book on solstice http://www.solsticepublishing.com/products/Return-to-Painter%27s-Island%252d%252dPDF-EBOOK.html Amazon http://www.amazon.com/Return-to-Painters-Island-ebook/dp/B0057XUQR2/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1320429185&sr=1-1
The Kidnapping of Olivia Hammond
With Blood trickling down her face and chained to a basement wall, Olivia Hammond tries to figure out why she was kidnapped. It couldn’t be for ransom because she has no money or rich family. Revenge is not a motive either because she is at peace with everyone and always tried to be a good neighbor. Her only hope is that her brother will discover the truth, but with no food or water, will he find her in time?
Buy The Kidnapping of Olivia Hammond e-book Solstice Publishing-http://www.solsticepublishing.com/products/The-Kidnapping-Of-Olivia-Hammond-%252d%252d%252d%252d-PDF-EBOOK.html Amazon http://www.amazon.com/Kidnapping-Olivia-Hammond-ebook/dp/B0062QCM4S/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1320429519&sr=1-1
Where can you find Gary?
Facebook page- https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mystery-Writer-Gary-Peterson/120481094720732
Twitter- http://twitter.com/#!/oldmillerplace
Blog- http://garypeterson32.blogspot.com/
Website- http://mysterywritergarypeterson.webs.com/
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Kindle Fire/ Children Books
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StandardGood Day,
Feeling philosophical today. Looking at the occupations through out the world and strike in Oakland yesterday. I see an awakening of the people. And its because of computers what ever form you are using. I also was looking at the Kindle Fire today. It sure looks sweet! I do like my nook! Most books come out on amazon first. Kindle Fire looks very easy to use. They accessories are nice do.
http://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Color-Multi-touch-Display-Wi-Fi
Will this help the Color Illustrated Children E book market?
Personally as an author of a Children’s Book at Solstice Publishing. I hope so! My girls want one or some other tablet. Amazon does control the market for books right now. Even though friends tell me the illustrations in my book James Saves the Moon look good in black and white. Color is much more appealing. Picture above is my book on the nook. Very appealing.
Will it help kids read more or better?
Personally I think so. Kids today are use to reading, listening, talking, mailing on computers. I believe we are seeing the end of massive print material. Good and Bad. We do learn from touching, feeling , smell, hear, visual.
Will touching a finger on a screen to change pages, answer questions, write reports lower learning?
I think not. Kids already in the schools are losing interest in the old format, sheets of paper and work books. The only negative is what will happen to writing skills.
We still need to learn to physically write words number. Don’t we? Maybe Not?
Maybe this technology will free our minds to think about more things and documenting on a touch pad or keyboard will allow more creative thought and open the parts of the mind we do not use. I think its time for schools to look into teaching with some type of tablet or computer in the classroom at every desk. With smart boards on the walls. Print textbooks have been gone for a while now at a lot of school districts. I would not mind my children learning, taking tests, homework all on a tablet. Up front costs will be high. Down the road it will pay off. It will much cheaper to add a new chip and down load new materials. Best part will take up less storage area. I do disagree with getting rid of school buildings. Schools are vital for learning the 3 R’s, they also teach us how to live with others. We still need other humans in our lives besides our families. Especially troubled families.
Please feel free to add your opinion.
Enjoy the Adventure, WB
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James Saves the Moon Adventures
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James Saves the Moon latest events. Halloween was fun.

James Saves the Moon checking out the candy with the Zombie Groom
Some of you might be wondering why James Saves the Moon pictures everywhere. Well it started in July. We went on this fabulous trip west. We started in Michigan and ended in Vancouver, WA. My husband had a presentation at the University of Idaho. I was hoping for a couple of book signings. 5oth wedding anniversary party for my in-laws. We visited fun places and got together with friends and family. Dropped my book off in various towns. I am not sure who’s idea it was, but we decided to take a picture of my book at the places we visited. A copy is always in my purse. I liked the idea and it was a way hopefully to generate some interest in the book. Working on marketing was limited. Now its fun. My friends and family now say did you take a picture of your book or do you have your book. So I hope you all enjoy James Saves the Moon adventures. I am. Hope to have Helga Return adventures soon to.
Remember Enjoy the Adventure, WB
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