It all began with Nick Wilford's bloghop which bloomed into a beautiful book. I'm honored to be one of the featured writers in this worthwhile effort. It's been a pleasure getting to know this eclectic group of writers/bloggers from all over the world who are united in helping Nick's family reach their goals.
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Blurb:
Overcoming Adversity is a collection of seventy moving and uplifting original pieces - real life, flash fiction, and poetry - about battling against the odds and the ultimate triumph of the human spirit. The contributors include Amazon bestselling authors Alex J. Cavanaugh and Kyra Lennon, and the cream of upcoming talent.
The anthology is part of a fundraising effort to send the editor's stepson, Andrew McNaughton, to a specialist college in England. Andrew has cerebral palsy, and is a remarkable young man with a promising future. However, the free further education options offered in his own country of Scotland will not challenge him and allow him to progress. In order to access the education he deserves, Andrew will have to pay exorbitant fees, thus creating a situation of discrimination.
Help us get Andrew to college by buying a book that runs the full gamut of human emotions, ultimately leaving you inspired and glad to be alive. Whatever struggles you are going through, our sincere hope is that this book will help.
Purchase the Anthology:Amazon UK
Amazon US
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Editor Bio:Nick Wilford is a writer and stay-at-home dad. Once a journalist, he now makes use of those rare times when the house is quiet to explore the realms of fiction. When not writing he can usually be found spending time with his family or cleaning something.
He has four short stories published in Writer’s Muse magazine. Nick is also co-running a campaign to get a dedicated specialist college built in Scotland. Visit him at http://nickwilford.blogspot.co.uk/.
A great book for a great cause. Can't wait to get my copy. (:
ReplyDeleteI wish Nick all the best with his book.
ReplyDeleteYvonne.
Elise - You really went the distance for Andrew on so many levels!
ReplyDeleteYvonne - He's worked so hard for Andrew, and they deserve much success! BTW, I couldn't leave a comment earlier and now I can't even access your blog. Hope all of your problems are resolved soon.
Thanks, Julie! I loved your story. :)
ReplyDeleteThis has been such a thrill to be a part of and I'm excited you're a part of it too, Julie!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Nick! I am sure it will be a hit. :)
ReplyDeleteI hope we can sell a ton of books today. :)
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to get my copy of this book. Love the cover so much! Congratulations of best of luck to Nick, I hope the book will be a best seller!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Nick and Andrew!!
ReplyDeleteI've started reading and it's really good. A lot of great writers taking part!
ReplyDeleteCongrats to Nick and all the best!
Huzzah for Nick and Andrew! Lets sell some books, yeah? :)
ReplyDeleteNick - The book looks fantastic, and it's nice to discover some of the stories that I somehow missed, as well as the wonderful new material. You've really outdone yourself. Congratulations on being an incredible father, and best of luck to Andrew! Thanks for everything Nick!
ReplyDeleteElsie - I'm glad that I got to meet you through the book launch. Your story was one of the most inspiring Elsie.
Al - Right out of the ballpark Al!
Luanne - I hope so too, and I can't wait for the paperbook to come out!
Julie - Oh, you will definitely love this book Julie!
Alex - You wrote that Nick is a "champion" on your blog today Alex, and no truer words were ever spoken!
Mark - There are a lot of great writers including you Mark!
Correction: Tyrean Martinson said that Nick was a champion on Alex's blog while discussing her book, Champion in the Darkness. Tyrean also appears in Overcoming Adversity.
DeleteYay for Nick!
ReplyDeleteWonderful. Nick is getting a lot of lovin' today :)
ReplyDeleteCarol- And it's very well deserved!
DeleteDavid - SELL, SELL, SELL!
ReplyDeleteChristine - Nick's really done an incredible job!
Nick and Andrew all over the place today! I hope he sells a ton and that this helps in a big way!!
ReplyDeleteYou tell great stories. I'm glad to hear yours was included.
ReplyDeleteNancy - I couldn't agree more!
ReplyDeleteTonja - Thanks so much, and I also enjoy your stories. The anthology is guaranteed to raise your spirits.
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ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a truly amazing project. I shall investigate further.
ReplyDeleteThis anthology was such a great idea, and I'm impressed with how quickly Nick got it put together and published. Kudos to you and all the other bloggers who contributed to it. I hope he sells a million copies. (I've got mine!)
ReplyDeleteHi Julie .. I think Nick has done such an amazing job and I love the cover art the two ladies produced for the book - I'm so looking forward to getting it in paperback ... then I'll do my promotion ..
ReplyDeleteCheers Hilary
Nick has done such an amazing job with this book, and I am looking forward to getting it in paperback too.
ReplyDeletewow--he sounds amazing---this would be right up my alley :)
ReplyDeleteI love bloggers helping fellow bloggers in blog land. Gives me warm and fuzzy feelings, but that also might be the whiskey.
ReplyDeleteRosalind - Happy investigating for such a good cause!
ReplyDeleteSusan - Thanks for picking up a copy!
Hilary - I'm really excited about the paperback version too, and your story was very inspiring!
Tyrean - I'm also looking forward to it! Glad to share this experience with you!
Lynn - I know you'll enjoy reading it!
PTM - Hopefully, it's a little bit of both!
Hey Julie! Hope you are well!
ReplyDeleteI'm super-excited to be a part of this wonderful collaborative project. It's my first published piece, so that's a plus...
Congrats on being a published writer! I loved your piece, and I'm also excited that we're in the anthology together thanks to Nick and Andrew!
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ReplyDeleteSounds like an interesting book with for a good cause. Congrats on being featured!
ReplyDeleteRhonda - It is a very worthwhile cause, and now it's available in paperback on Amazon! Thanks Rhonda!
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