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Baker and Taylor is like Lightening Source. none of them will sell our books because they are POD and the return on those books is nill for them. They can't get their money back from the Distributor so they refuse to distribute them. That is why w...
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- At 8:36am on December 27, 2008,
Deborah Simpson said… - Hey girl! Great to see you here too :-) Love ya sweetie!!! HAPPY NEW YEAR!
- At 6:42pm on December 26, 2008,
Norman Applegate said… - Glad to see you here, have a great new year...
All the best
Norm
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- My Bio
- Background:
The eldest of five children, Yvonne was born May 17, 1951 in Atlanta, Georgia. Raised in East Point, Georgia, she moved to Jackson County, Ga. until 2006 then moved to Port St. Lucie, Florida where she currently makes her home.
Licensed bounty hunter for the state of Georgia.
Education:
After a 34 year absence, returned to college in 2004. Graduated with honors in Criminal Justice with an Associate’s degree from Lanier Technical College in 2006.
Awards:
Nominated for the prestigious GOAL award in 2005 which encompasses all of the technical colleges. This award is based not only on excellence in academics but also leadership, positive attitude and the willingness to excel in one’s major.
Affiliations:
Beta Sigma Phi Sorority
Member of The Florida Writer’s Association – Group Leader for St Lucie County
The Dream:
Since learning to write at the age of five, Yvonne has wanted to be an author. She wrote her first novel Stan’s Story beginning in 1974 and completed it in 2006. Publication seemed impossible as rejections grew to 10 years. Determined, she continued adding to the story until her dream came true in 2006.
The Inspiration:
Yvonne’s brother Stan has been her inspiration and hero in every facet of her life. He was stricken with Encephalitis at the tender age of nine months. He has defied every roadblock placed in his way and has been the driving force in every one of her accomplishments. He is the one who taught her never to give up
The Author:
Yvonne is currently the author of several novels, including:
Stan’s Story- the true story of her brother’s accomplishments, it has been compared to the style of Capote, and is currently being rewritten with new information for re-release.
Tangled Minds - a riveting story about a young girl’s bad decision and how it taints everyone’s life around her yet still manages to show that hope is always possible. This novel has been compared to the writing of Steinbeck and is currently being written as a screenplay. This novel will be re-released by Kerlak Publishing in 2009
Brilliant Insanity – released by Kerlak Publishing October 2008
Silent Scream – Released by Lulu.com October 2008- Slated to be made into a movie
Speaking Engagements:
Yvonne is an accomplished motivational speaker and is available for speaking engagements. Previous engagements include:
December 2008- “Commemorative Speech on Gerard Schaefer’s Victims – IRSC Vero Beach, Fl
November 2008 – “How to write different genres” Lewis Carroll Sixth Grade Merritt Island, Fl.
April 2008 at IRCC - “How to Sell One’s Self in the Business World” presentation to the student body.
April 2008 at The Palm Glades Girl Scouts Council Sixth Annual Luncheon as the featured keynote speaker - “Dreams, Goals and Aspirations” presentation.
May 2007 at Lanier Tech - “Succeeding in Life” Power Point presentation to the student body using the concepts of Stan’s Story.
May 2007 at Blackshear Baptist Church - Power Point presentation entitled “Acceptance of Self and Others”.
May 2007 at IRCC - “How to Reach Your Goals - It’s Never Too Late” presentation to adult women returning to school to become professionals in different fields.
Personal Appearances’:
Yvonne has appeared on Blog Talk radio shows:
Now that’s what I ‘m talking about with Louise Aveni
The Odd Mind with Angel Lesa
She will be appearing on the Cliff Roles show out of Sarasota on Oct 10,2008
And several other shows in the upcoming months
Personal Appearance Circle Books Sarasota, Florida Nov 8,2008
Appeared in The Fort Pierce Tribune, Vero Beach Press, Stuart News and Port St Lucie News
Lewis Carroll Middle School – the Sixth grade class
- I am
- A Published Author
- My Published Books
- Stan's Story, A Touch of Love
Tangled Mind
Brilliant Insanity
Silent Scream - A True Crime Documentary
- My Favorite Books / Authors
- Ann Rice
- Little Known Facts About Me
- I have not always believed in myself
- My Website
- http://www.myspace.com/yvonnemason
Yvonne Mason's Blog
When Fates Collide Co Written with Florida Author Andrea Dean Van Scoyoc
Alex Morgan is a bounty hunter. Hope Harrington is a woman with no life. Combine the two of them and you have one of the most tongue-in-cheek and hilarious mysteries ever written!
Best seller and award winner Andrea Dean Van Scoyoc and critically acclaimed author and real… Continue
Posted on July 6, 2009 at 11:58am —
Dream Catcher is Out!!!
In the years leading up to the 1950’s there were no resources for the challenged. They were placed in asylums or back rooms and left to die. They were never talked about or acknowledged. They were the silent children. The ones no one wanted. The ,ones who never given a ch… Continue
Posted on May 30, 2009 at 7:29pm —
Make Your Own Destiny!!!!
Last night I had a book signing in Vero Beach at a block party for businesses. You would never believe where I sat. Okay I will tell you. I was in the Compass Medical Rehab Center. Yes, boys and girls I had a signing at a rehab center.
The office manager is a friend of mine and when she asked me if I would do it I jumped at the invitation. You see I believe in making my own destiny. I always have. I have to tell you it was very successful.
Several people came in just to buy Silent Scream. In fac… Continue
The office manager is a friend of mine and when she asked me if I would do it I jumped at the invitation. You see I believe in making my own destiny. I always have. I have to tell you it was very successful.
Several people came in just to buy Silent Scream. In fac… Continue
Posted on April 7, 2009 at 8:42am —
The Re-release of Tangled Minds
Florida Author Yvonne Mason Has Answered the Calls of Her Readers
Florida Author Yvonne Mason has listened to her readers and re-released Tangled Minds
Tangled Minds
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PRLog (Press Release) – Mar 28, 2009 – Florida Author Yvonne Mason has listened to her readers and re-released her Suspense Novel Tangled Minds. This novel follows on the heels of her best… Continue
Posted on March 28, 2009 at 10:15pm — 1 Comment
My Interview on The Odd Mind Blog Talk Radio Show
Posted on January 27, 2009 at 8:43am — 2 Comments
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