Author: The Owl Lady

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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A MUST READ: STORIES AND EMOTIONS FLOW THROUGH EACH VERSE. A PENNY FOR YOUR THOUGHTS BY SHERRILL S. CANNON

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A MUST READ: STORIES AND EMOTIONS FLOW THROUGH EACH VERSE.

February 19, 2018

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In years past, poetry was written and enjoyed by many, today there is the idea, including among some professors, (who I have heard say, they don’t understand poetry.) That insinuates that a good or great poem is something that is indecipherable to most.
I am not one of them, as with great poets, such as Maya Angelou, Robert Stevenson, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, there is a story in the poems, a sense of place and emotion flowing through the verses. ‘A PENNY FOR YOUR THOUGHTS,’ by Sherrill S. Cannon is one such book.
It is rich in emotion, stories flow through the verses, and tales of love and loss are ripe within its pages. It is a glorious book that should be savored from start to finish and this reader feels that one…

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BEFORE AMANDA AND HER FRIENDS, THERE WAS LILITH THE FIRST TIMEKEEPER! LEGEND OF THE TIME KEEPERS BY SHARON LEDWITH

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“Why are you here?” Lilith asked. “You’ve already got your life seal.”

“I have more questions for Istulo.” She continued to stare at the disk.

Lilith sighed. “My name is Lilith. What’s your name?”

Her shoulders relaxed slightly. A hint of a smile broke out on her face. Her upturned nose wiggled. “She-Aba. I was born here in the Black Land. Both my parents arrived from Atlantis fourteen years ago yesterday. My mother gave birth to me the next day.”

Lilith perked up. “That would make today your birthday!”

She-Aba beamed. “Yes. That’s why I’m here. For my birthday last year, I had my life reading done by Istulo. But recently, there’s been a hiccup in my plans. It’s like my life seal rearranged itself, and now I’m confused. I’m here for a reaffirmation.”

“What’s the problem?”

She-Aba traced her life seal with the tip of her perfectly shaped…

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LILY DOCTOR BY DAY AND PAID ESCORT BY NIGHT–GUILTY PLEASURES BY MARSHA CASPER COOK

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This is a short Novella about Lilly Peters who was a doctor by day and an escort by night. She was on her own at a very young age and had to put herself through Medical school, but when her grandmother took ill she needed money for her care. She had heard through the hospital Intern grapevine about being an escort for very rich influential men and jumped at the chance. What she didn’t know was how much she would enjoy having sex for money.

Everything was going at an easy pace when some of the other escorts were roughed up pretty bad and no one seemed to why. She needed to find the answer. As things got worse and one of her favorite lovers was murdered she had to make a choice…

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Tonath is a planet in danger of being torn apart. Only one can inherit the knowledge to one day save the Tonathian people, and her name is Marika.

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MARIKA

BOOK 3 CHRONICLES OF THE TONATH 

MARI COLLIER

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Marika’s Destiny

August 3, 2019

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By the time I began to read Marika, I found I stepped into the middle of a series. But this was no problem as I soon realized this is a stand-alone story. It was easy enough to discern what led up to Marika’s story by paying attention to the subtle clues of past history written in.

As Marika grows into womanhood, she soon learns that she is the only person who may be able to save the people of Tonath. She is hindered by The Teacher and The Way teachings that all must live by…

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Sometimes greed and jealousy lead to the last resort ……MURDER!

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OVER HER DEAD BODY 

A LAURA & GERRY MYSTEY BOOK 2

KAREN VAUGHAN

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August 25, 2018

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I love the way Vaughan has her characters interact with each other. They are well developed and believable. Her scenes are described in such a way you can easily picture them.
Moreover, let’s not forget the humor she added! Murder and humor are her trademark, and the humor is woven into the story at the appropriate time and adds the perfect comedy relief.
I highly recommend “Over Her Dead Body” to anyone who loves a good murder mystery and some good laughs!

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Can the three friends rebuild their special relationship out of the broken pieces of trust?

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So began the story of Margo, Darryl, and Justin.  Together they faced anything life could throw at them by cussing, pretending, and fighting back.  Until an event so horrible, Margo knew she couldn’t ever tell the boys.  Instead,she just left.

Now she’s moving back into her Grandmother’s house – a divorced woman with two children in tow.

Can the three friends rebuild their special relationship out of the broken pieces of trust?  Will Darryl forgive Margo for breaking his heart? Can they move forward with their lives without Margo telling them why she left?

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5.0 out of 5 starsONE OF THE GREATS

May 27, 2018

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When Lightning Strikes the Cottonwoods by Lisa L Borm, is a wonderfully written tale of the struggle to overcome childhood abuse and trauma through connection and lasting friendships. Friendships that last…

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SAM MARTIN LOOKS FOR A PEACEFUL LIFE BUT FINDS SOMETHING QUITE DIFFERENT

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THE LEAVING FIELDS  BY GARY D. HENRY

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TEENS, ROMANCE, MUSIC AND RACISTS…

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UNDER THE WESTERN SKY 

BY DELLANI OAKES

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KAT AND DOG! CAN A WOLF HELP THIS WITCH FIND HER SISTER?

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A WOLFS SAVAGE EMBRACE 

BY DARLENE KUNCYTES

SUPER NATURAL DESIRES SERIES

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51zgw2oBLuL._SY346_Hard-headed and fiercely independent- Katrina Winslow is definitely not used to being told what to do. 
Yet – just when she thinks that her life might be heading in the right direction for the very first time – she’s hit with a bomb-shell; and her past pops up to haunt her. 
Suddenly, she is sent down a path that she has no desire what so ever to take; and is told to leave behind the one man that she could possibly care for – or he’ll be killed. And that makes for one ticked off Witch! 

Now, it’s Lucas Blackwater’s turn to show Kat that he is a force to be reckoned with. He is the Alpha male of his pack – sarcastic, overbearing and drop-dead gorgeous…and definitely not happy with being told no. 
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The poacher is an ever-present threat to Ally as captain of Tore Olson’s boat, Valley Girl.

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VALLEY GIRL WARS  SOUTHWEST OF HOMER

BOOK 2

CHERIME MACFARLANE

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An excellent and interesting read

July 8, 2018

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What can I say, I love romance and fishing so this was a joy to read. The story takes place in Homer, one of the fishing communities in Alaska, where drama and other shady things occur onboard the Valley Girl. Aly is captain of the ship for the owner Tore, whom oddly enough broke his leg in deck. He suspects foul play and that someone wants him out of the picture. Poachers are harassing the small business of fishing vessels, but the Valley Girl is a prime target for sabotage. This story has me “hooked” from the beginning, yes I went there! This story has plenty of mystery and drama that will keep you guessing. I highly recommend this one!

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