I am truly speechless! To have TWO of my short stories as 1st and 2nd place winners in this International short story contest is beyond my belief!! I am honored and humbled!
These two stories are available on Amazon for only 99 cents!
For almost eighteen years, Jewel has known little beyond hopelessness and hunger. Barely existing in a ramshackle cabin, on the edge of a Louisiana swamp with her little sister and their mother, she sees no way to stop the downward spiral. When her mother falls gravely ill, Jewel learns that her life is about to take a drastic turn. But will it lead to joy or more devastation?
Take a heart-warming journey with Jewel as she struggles to rise from the clutches of poverty and shame.
At the tender age of fourteen, Jennifer shoulders the full responsibility of running a household and caring for her seven-year-old sister. It’s bad enough that their father is lost at war in Afghanistan, but troubles multiply when their so-called mother abandons them for another man. Hardships and struggles are constant companions. Family is whatever Jennifer can make it. That’s the way the cards have been dealt, and that’s the way she’ll play them.
This strong young girl meets every obstacle head-on, while never losing hope for a better tomorrow.
I’d be thrilled and honored if you’d pick them up today!! You can see all of my books on my Amazon Author Page!
I want to give a HUGE “Thank You” to those who have already purchased, read and reviewed these stories!
But most of all, Thank You to the RAVE REVIEWS BOOK CLUB and Nonnie Jules for providing opportunities such as this contest! And to the RAVE WRITERS – INT’L SOCIETY OF AUTHORS (RWISA) because it inspires and pushes me to be a better writer!
Holy Hannah! Double kudos, Jan. Hugs on the wing!
Thank you SO much, Teagan!
Congratulations, Jan!
Thank you, Mark!!
Woohoo! This is so awesome, Jan! Congratulations on another amazing achievement. Cheers! 🙂
Thank you, Natalie!!
Congratulations! Your talent as a writer deserves such recognition. I loved both books.
Thank you SO much, Karen!! I appreciate you!
Woo-Hoo!!!! I’m doing a happy dance for you, sister. WOW! This is huge! I hope this will relieve your self-doubt. You’re an excellent writer and have immense talent. Congratulations and much love!! 🙂
Thank you, sister!! I love you!
Many congratulations Jan. This is awesome.
Thank you SO much, Brigid!
Congratulations Jan that is wonderful news… so delighted for you.. ♥
Thank you, Sally!!
Jan- I am so so proud of you. I can’t think of anyone who deserves this as much as you do. You never give up… you’re one strong Lady!! Love you!
CONGRATULATIONS!
Thank you, Tonya!! I appreciate you so much! Love you!
Well deserved! Celebrating your every success to the max <3
Thank you, Annette!! I appreciate you!
Congratulations, Jan! Well deserved. I’ve read Jewel. Off to purchase the second book now. 🙂
Thank you, Joan!! I hope you enjoy!
I am so happy for you, Jan. This is an extraordinary achievement!! ♥
Congrats, Jan. Yay! You are truly deserving of all the positive attention and awards your work gets!
Thank you, Denise! You are too kind!
Congrats, Jan. What a wonderful honor! I’ve read Jewel and know that the win is well deserved. Just picked up A Soldier’s Children. Can’t wait to get started. 🙂
Thank you, Diana! I hope you enjoy the story!
Outstanding, Jan. Well deserved recognition.
Thank you, Craig! I appreciate the kind words!
Congratulations, Jan, this is quite a feat! I’m looking forward to reading them!
Many thanks, John! I hope you enjoy them!
Big congratulations, Jan. Lobed Jewel. Have to read A Soldier’s children
Thank you, John!!! I appreciate your support!
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Oh Jan, I’m so excited for you! You are such a inspiring author and one that I look up to. Young teen’s will be inspired from your writing and the development of the stories.
Just fantastic!
Thank you, Judy!!! Your kind words make my heart soar!! Love you!