Location: United States
Member Since: Aug. 22, 2010
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Beth LaBuff


Biography

Before moving to the high desert of northeastern Arizona, Beth LaBuff was born, raised, and for many years, lived in rural Iowa. She enjoys writing narrative light verse with many of her poems having that rural flavor. Each poem is perfect for family reading and many give a nod to a Bible phrase or event.

Where to find Beth LaBuff online

Blog: http://bethl-laughingatthedays.blogspot.com/

Books

Galactic Light Verse    by Beth LaBuff
Price: $0.99 USD. 3000 words. Published on October 3, 2011. Fiction.
(5.00 from 1 review)
In "Battle-Starfish Galactic," Houston had a problem. When a lunar war escalated over starfish fishing rights in the Sea of Tranquility, an emissary was procured from Neptune. "Neither Asteroids, Nor Shooting stars," finds unrequited love due to a bungled routing code on a letter proposing marriage. The ecru-skinned dazzling beauty, Astra-Zee received a letter intended for someone else.
Catfish on a Hot Tin Roof (ballad of a bottom-feeder)    by Beth LaBuff
Price: $0.99 USD. 850 words. Published on March 20, 2011. Fiction.
Through the middle of a cornfield with its ripe and golden grain, ‘round a waist-high prairie meadow wound a pot-hole riddled lane. It was there a shallow puddle where a sign read, “Zoned – No wake,” (named with hopeful aspirations)was the pond called Mammoth Lake.
Barred Plymouth Rock Band    by Beth LaBuff
Price: $0.99 USD. 480 words. Published on March 10, 2011. Fiction.
Abutting an abandoned barn, a crib devoid of corn, with weathervane and cupola, the rooftop, sagged and worn. The corncrib was repurposed by fowl society, a chicken troupe—Barred Plymouth Rocks, the white variety.
Peking Duck    by Beth LaBuff
Price: $0.99 USD. 480 words. Published on February 16, 2011. Fiction.
In an undisclosed location somewhere in China’s wall, a most peculiar baker labored dawn to post-nightfall. This surreptitious baker used fortune and good luck to craft world-famous dishes; his name was Peking Duck.
Turtle Stew    by Beth LaBuff
Price: $0.99 USD. 660 words. Published on February 10, 2011. Fiction.
0.25 star(4.33 from 3 reviews)
On the seashore, a turtle lived with two small companions, a clam and a hermit crab. Though her shell fit a bit loose, it only concerned her when ocean breezes blew. For her birthday celebration she received a grain of sand and a harmonica. She tucked both items in her shell. Later that evening a harsh and jarring wheeze issued from her shell. The turtle was convinced her shell was haunted!
Antler Tales and Foreign Trails    by Beth LaBuff
Price: $0.99 USD. 3090 words. Published on November 29, 2010. Fiction.
Travel to Africa's savanna for "Big Game's Big Game" where positions the rhino played were "nose-guard" and "tight-end." Enjoy a humorous nod to those who use antlers in their decorating in "Forgive Her Trespasses" and "Swapping Rooms." In "The Society for the Preservation of the Billabong," discover what Australian animals stash in their pockets. Each poem gives a nod to a Bible phrase or event.
Light Farm Works    by Beth LaBuff
Price: $0.99 USD. 3570 words. Published on September 17, 2010. Fiction.
(5.00 from 2 reviews)
This collection of light verse, written by Iowa native Beth LaBuff, will delight anyone who has lived on, visited, or even seen a picture of a farm. You'll laugh as you read about a corn crib that was repurposed by fowl society in "Barred Plymouth Rock Band," and learn what made a catfish sweat in "Catfish on a Hot Tin Roof." Perfect for family reading, each poem gives a nod to a Bible phrase.

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Beth LaBuff's favorite authors on Smashwords


Smashwords book reviews by Beth LaBuff

  • Rhymes of the Tymes on Sep. 05, 2010
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    Kenn Allan rivals the talent of that other "Allan," Edgar Allan Poe. Where the latter author borders on the macabre, Kenn Allan's writings are inspirational. I've been a fan of Kenn's writings for several years. He is unequaled in rhyme, meter, and creativity. This book is destined to become a classic. Kenn is definitely a modern master.
  • A Few Short Stories on Sep. 15, 2010
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    In one of my favorite stories, you can journey "Backstage Heaven" where Arlo, an angel, senses that something is "well, different." Kenn has so cleverly created a story complete with golden bowls seething and hissing, and seven trumpets, all just waiting for the curtain to rise. This anthology of short stories, written by master story teller Kenn Allan, will soon become a favorite.
  • The Important Message on July 22, 2011
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    Yvonne has created a charming story filled with sensory words to engage the child and a mystery to hold their attention till the end of the story. The illustrations are perfect and add another dimension for the child, whether it's identifying the animal, learning colors, or sequence. This is a wonderful story for a young listener.
  • A Different Perspective--God-Honoring Short Stories with a Twist on Aug. 31, 2011
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    I am of the opinion the Shelley Ledfors, in her debut Smashwords e-book "A Different Perspective--God Honoring Stories with a Twist" has dethroned that other master of the twist, Chubby Checker. As you read Shelley's collection of short stories you will run the gamut of emotions, ranging from tears when reading "Lessons from Grandma" to delight over her "glug method" to measure ingredients for her famous gingerbread cookies. Then prepare to have chills run down your back when finishing "Vengeance is Mine." Shelly's stories are powerful in whatever emotion she draws from her reader. These stories are good, wholesome, well-crafted and will ultimately leave you smiling. As a bonus, Shelley also includes the first chapter of her upcoming suspense-filled novel, "Bree's Secret." (scheduled to be released in 2012).