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#Read about Guest #Author Traci Lawrence

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Traci LawrenceI think that I was led to write for two reasons: I wanted to get my story out; and, I wanted to provide a platform of empathy for people who have overcome tremendous odds in their lives. However, my main emphasis was on providing a short, generally inspirational book that didn’t require any of the following: a specialized degree or certificate; a dictionary; or, a lengthy refurbishing of the reader’s entire lifestyle. I merely wanted the reader to “take away” some uplifting thoughts that might make him say “Okay! This lady understands me; she’s talking to me!”, or “I can overcome any obstacles, too!”

I am self-published. First, I created my manuscript. Next, I sent my manuscript to professional formatters to be formatted for print and Kindle files. Last, I uploaded my Kindle-ready file (mobi) to Amazon (There’s an “independently publish with us” link at the bottom of the…

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Viv Drewa is a Michigan native who has enjoyed reading and writing since 1963. Though she studied medicinal chemistry at the University of Michigan, her passion has always been writing. She had been awarded third place for her nonfiction short story about her grandfather's escape from Poland. Later, she rewrote this story and was published in the "Polish American Journal" as "From the Pages of Grandfather's Life" and has republished it on Amazon.com as a short story. Viv took creative and journalism courses to help in her transition to fulfill her dream of becoming a writer. She worked as an intern for Port Huron's 'The Times Herald", and also wrote, edited and did the layout or the Blue Water Multiple Sclerosis newsletter "Thumb Prints." She also has a business promoting authors. Owl and Pussycat Book Promotions. Viv, her husband Bob and their cat Princess, live in Port Huron, Michigan.

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