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Member Since: May 17, 2013

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Tim Schoonard

Biography

Tim Schoonard has served as a professional church furniture artisan and design consultant for over 25 years, whose custom artwork is on daily display at dozens of locations across the mid-west. He is a veteran of the United States Army, a published composer and recording artist, and his work or commentary has appeared in several professional publications, as well as his having been interviewed on Catholic Radio.
Together with his wife and a dedicated group of clergy and lay professionals, in 2007 he co-founded Latria, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the appreciation for sacred art and the preservation of Christian culture for young people.
Tim and Connie, his wife of thirty years, are parents of seven children. He writes from their family farm in Michigan.

Smashwords Interview

When you're not writing, how do you spend your time?
It seems like I’m always busy, day and night. I try to write something every day, even if it is just business correspondence, or a re-vamp of something I have already completed. I try to spend at least a few hours a day, every day, writing. The rest of the time, I usually am in my studio working on my latest custom furniture commission or out on a construction project, bidding or designing one, or, when funds are available, working on the on-going renovation of our 1853 pioneer homestead. We like to live a simple, rustic lifestyle, so we cut our own firewood for winter heating and home-can a lot of our own vegetables in season.

I am a very family centered person, and my wife and I spend a lot of time together often taking long walks down the dirt road we live on to the lake, or on the many hiking trails through the woods on our property at Fawn Meadow. We stay very involved in the academics and activities of our young adult kids, helping them as we are able to get established in life. A good part of our family activity has always been worship centered, and we devote a lot of time each day to prayer and church activities too.
Do you remember the first story you ever wrote?
That goes back a long way. I’m sure I wrote other things before, however my first focused endeavor was attempting to co-write a book when I was 12 years old. It was called The Adventures of Russell and Tim and consisted of several short adventure stories of two young boys that was somewhat a cross breed between the Hardy Boys and the Speed Racer cartoon series. I remember we worked for weeks and had several chapters written, to the surprise and admiration of our sixth grade teacher who really thought we were on to something. The project ended when Russell and Tim went on to different Jr. High Schools and new adventures of their own.
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Where to find Tim Schoonard online

Blog: http://www.authortimothy.blogspot.com

Books

Framed by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 93,960. Language: English. Published: April 4, 2016 . Categories: Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Catholicism, Nonfiction » True Crime » Hoaxes & deceptions
With the suspense of a detective novel, FRAMED shares victim-author Tim Schoonard’s incredible true story; chronicling the events surrounding his 2010 arrest and criminal prosecution in Keweenaw County, after he was framed for extortion by Ukrainian Catholic Church officials in what was revealed to be an elaborate attempt to cover up misconduct complaints against one of their clergy.
Hellman's Run: Strike Team Archangel by
Price: $0.99 USD. Words: 59,590. Language: English. Published: November 4, 2014 . Categories: Fiction » Adventure » Action, Fiction » Christian » General
Angry at both God and man, retired special operations Col. Jack Hellman is recruited by the Vatican to combat an evil uprising by the forces of Hell and their diabolical army. While struggling with faith issues of his own, he leads the extraordinary and unorthodox Strike Team Archangel in non-stop combat action from the U.S. to the Roman Colosseum in a desperate battle for the fate of mankind.
Through the Eyes of the Warrior: Korea 1950-1951 by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 35,380. Language: English. Published: December 17, 2013 . Categories: Nonfiction » History » Military » Military / Korean War, Nonfiction » Biography » Military biography
Author Tim Schoonard takes the reader on an exciting foxhole to foxhole journey sharing the battlefield memories of decorated combat veteran CPL Chester Thiessen, a 17 year old who led men into battle on his first day of combat and fought with the 2nd Infantry Division on many frozen and bloody battlefields in Korea. Gives clear testimony to the indomitable spirit of the American soldier.
Taking Part in the Work: A Sanctuary Furniture Planning Guide for the Catholic Parish by
Price: Free! Words: 12,650. Language: English. Published: May 27, 2013 . Categories: Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Catholicism, Nonfiction » Art, Architecture, Photography » Fine art » Individual artists / artists’ books
Put knowledge and experience in the hands of your parish with this FREE book! At last, a down to earth, short and sweet, “layman’s terms” guide to understanding the great responsibility entrusted to those who seek to acquire sacred furniture for God’s house! Firmly ensconced in the GIRM and Living Stones. A great resource for busy pastors, committees, and design professionals .

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