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Hello and thank you for having me today. I will be awarding two lucky people who comment each a paperback or PDF of their choice of one of my books. The choices are: Murder Most Foul, Wicked Intentions, Twisted Love, The Crime of the Century, Flagitious, Loves, Myths, and Monsters, or Poems About Life, Love, and Everything in Between.
Never Give Up - by JoAnne Myers
For as long as I can remember, I have had an artistic flare-whether that be for writing, painting, sewing or drawing. I recall as a child how much I enjoyed drawing. The writing came later. My seventh grade English teacher was Mrs. Henderson-a young mother and wife. She gave us a writing assignment and after gifting me with an A+ told me I should consider writing as a career. She meant as a journalist. I did not take her advise and become a journalist (one of my many misgivings). My mind went toward other things as many young girls dream of-a husband, home, and family of my own. I put my love for writing and painting on hold for years. I unfortunately married a man who like my mother never encouraged me to be artistic. It was not until my children were grown and I no longer had a husband, that I went back to my first love-art. I got a late start, but always encouraged my children and others to partake of artistic endeavors. I now have six books under contract with two publishing houses. So my words to you all, is that no matter what road you choose, never forget your passion, and always keep it close to heart. Don’t let anyone or anything stop you from enjoying your natural talents. You might need to put art on a temporary hold, but never ever give up.
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FLAGITIOUS
A Four Crime/Mystery Anthology
“Too Solve His Mother’s Murder”
After his Air Force career was interrupted by his mother’s untimely murder, Steven Moore, returned home. Met with a cold reception of lies, secrets, and threats, he is determined too find Wanda’s killer, even at the cost of his own life. Was Wanda a victim of the legendary Hatchet Man? Was this loving and devoted mother killed because of her shady past, or for her inheritance? Between finding the truth and falling in love, Steven stops at nothing, too solve his mother’s murder.
“The Other Couple’s Child”
Charlotte had it all. A loving and devoted husband. Supportive family and friends, and a house full of beautiful children. Everything was perfect for this Super Mom, until a medical procedure turns her life upside down, and spirals into a child abduction case. Time is running out. Will police arrive in time to save Charlotte and the other couple’s child?
“3381 Market Street”
Katherine Sims, a young widow working for a brokerage firm in a small southeastern town, is tired of the excuses concerning Charlie’s absence. She knows something terrible must have happened to her favorite nephew with the sad blue-eyes. After exposing the killer, Katherine’s life is turned upside down and she finds herself fighting for her life. Filled with maniacal suspects, a Satanic Cult, and danger around each corner, this story depicts one woman’s courage too avenge a child’s murder, while finding unexpected love.
“The Tarot Card Murders”
New Detective, and ex-navel man, twenty-six-year-old Nick Difozzio, returns to his small county determined too abolish crime. Not until death knocked on his door, did he know the face of evil. Will the decorated veteran destroy the Lycanthropes, or will he succumb to their murderess desires and become one of them? He took an oath too protect, honor, and uphold the law, but can he defy the lust, riches, and power offered, or are the ‘dark forces’ stronger than his will?
Hearing the verdict, prisoner Jessie Ellis went berserk. Whipping out a
pistol previously concealed under the defense table by a friend.
The small
sand-haired man with dark eyes, jumped to his feet. Firing two warning shots
into the ceiling of the century-old building, with his free hand, Ellis seized
his defense attorney, Yolanda Stamen, for a human shield.
"AHHHHH!" a woman screamed from the
gallery, and fainted.
"Get
back! I ain't goin' to no prison," the thirty-eight-year-old father of
eight shouted, pressing his weapon tightly to his attorney's head. "I'll
kill her . . . right here and now . . . I mean it."
Immediately, the courtroom went wild.
Jurors and spectators alike ran from the gun-wielding, just-convicted baby
killer.
Ignoring her
pleas, Jessie shoved his hostage ahead of him down the hallway. In the lobby,
again surrounded by officers, Jessie shouted, "You bastards! I'm not
kiddin'." He waved his gun at the mob. "I'll blow this bitch away. I
want that cop car and I want it now."
Shaking his
head, the tall slender green-eyed prosecutor said, "Jessie, you'll never
get away with it. You have no escape. Don't make them kill you. Hand over your
gun." Despite Greg Langdon's brave words, his shaking outstretched hand
revealed his inner fears.
Ignoring
every warning and still clutching his attorney, Jessie slid his way through to
the front door. Once outside, he found more lawmen waiting, guns fixed.
4.5* Review for “Flagitious”
a crime/mystery anthology
"Interesting stories and I have to say I
read this book in one hour. I would definitely say Flagitious is filled with
suspense, intrigue and violent situations that will keep readers guessing until
they turn the last page." ~Fran from
Manic Reader, January 16, 2015
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When not busy with hobbies or working outside the home, I spend time with relatives, and volunteer my time within the community. I am a member of the International Women’s Writing Guild, Savvy Authors, Coffee Time Romance, Paranormal Romance Guild, True Romance Studios, National Writers Association, the Hocking Hill's Arts and Craftsmen Association, The Hocking County Historical Society and Museum, and the Hocking Hills Regional Welcome Center. I believe in family values and following your dreams.
My original canvas paintings, can be found at: booksandpaintingsbyjoanne.com
Other books by JoAnne:
"WICKED INTENTIONS" a paranormal/mystery anthology
"LOVES', MYTHS' AND MONSTERS'," a fantasy anthology
"THE CRIME OF THE CENTURY," a biography true-crime
“POEMS ABOUT LIFE, LOVE, AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN”
"TWISTED LOVE," a true-crime anthology
“FLAGITIOUS,” a crime/mystery anthology
Contact JoAnne:
Email: joannemyers@frontier.com
Amazon Author Page: http://amazon.com/author/joannemyers
Facebook Author Page: http://facebook.com/authorpage.joannemyers
Website: Books and Paintings by JoAnne
http://www.booksandpaintingsbyjoanne.com/
JoAnne’s Blogs:
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Books and Paintings by JoAnne Blog: http://www.booksandpaintingsbyjoanne.com/page2
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