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Pen
Biography
Pen is a disabled writer who refuses to be unproductive. Despite being unable to sit in a chair for 7 years due to Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS), she utilizes her laptop to write from a prone position. She currently lives in the lovely state of Illinois with her three cats: Boots, Feisty and Skitter.
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Books
HS Journal, Vol. I, Issue 12
by Pen
Price:
$0.99 USD.
Words: 5,200.
Language:
English.
Published: June 22, 2018
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Diseases / immune system, Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Diseases / skin
The HS Journal is the first and only monthly publication dedicated to the topic of Hidradenitis Suppurativa and the people who endure it.
HS Journal, Vol. I, Issue 11
by Pen
Price:
$0.99 USD.
Words: 6,580.
Language:
English.
Published: May 11, 2018
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Diseases / immune system, Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Diseases / skin
In this month's issue of HS Journal:
Bring HS to Light
First HS Clinic in Scotland in the Works
Why a non-HS Person Joins the Candlelight Vigil
With a Grain of Salt
Wake Up, HS Community
Listen to Your Body
HS Journal, Vol. I, Issue 10
by Pen
Price:
$0.99 USD.
Words: 5,960.
Language:
English.
Published: April 19, 2018
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Diseases / skin, Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Diseases / immune system
In this issue:
Proclamation Activation
Bring HS to Light
Liquid Gold
The Hurt
and more!
HS Journal, Vol. I, Issue 9
by Pen
Price:
$0.99 USD.
Words: 7,630.
Language:
English.
Published: March 12, 2018
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Diseases / immune system
HS Journal is the first monthly publication dedicated to the topic of Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) and the people who endure it. In this issue:
Possible Discrimination Suit to get Medication
A Day in the Life of an HS Mom
DIET
New Diet, Now What?
And More!
HS Journal, Vol. I, Issue 8
by Pen
Price:
$0.99 USD.
Words: 8,390.
Language:
English.
Published: February 2, 2018
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Diseases / skin, Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Diseases / immune system
HS Journal, the first and only monthly publication dedicated to the issue of Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) and the people who endure it.
HS Journal, Vol. I, Issue 7
by Pen
Price:
$0.99 USD.
Words: 7,350.
Language:
English.
Published: January 18, 2018
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Diseases / immune system
The first monthly publication dedicated to the debilitating skin disease Hidradenitis Suppurativa and the people who endure it. Includes patient stories, tips for living with this chronic autoimmune illness, and more.
HS Journal, Vol. I, Issue 6
by Pen
Price:
$0.99 USD.
Words: 6,880.
Language:
English.
Published: December 11, 2017
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Diseases / skin, Nonfiction » Social Science » Disease & health issues
The first monthly publication dedicated to the subject of Hidradenitis Suppurativa and the patients who suffer with it.
HS Journal, Vol. I, Issue 5
by Pen
Price:
$0.99 USD.
Words: 6,370.
Language:
English.
Published: October 2, 2017
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Diseases / genetic, Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Diseases / skin
The first magazine dedicated to the topic of Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) and the people who have it.
Velpeau: HS Journal Vol. 1, Issue 4
by Pen
Price:
$0.99 USD.
Words: 6,860.
Language:
English.
Published: September 2, 2017
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Diseases / genetic, Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Medicine » Dermatology
Velpeau: HS Journal is the only monthly publication focusing on Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) and the people who are affected by it.
Velpeau: The HS Journal, Vol. I, Issue 3
by Pen
Price:
$0.99 USD.
Words: 5,980.
Language:
English.
Published: July 31, 2017
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Diseases / immune system, Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Diseases / genetic
Monthly publication to help raise awareness about the debilitating skin condition, Hidradenitis Suppurativa.
Velpeau: The HS Journal, Vol. i, Issue 2
by Pen
Price:
$0.99 USD.
Words: 6,270.
Language:
English.
Published: June 29, 2017
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Diseases / immune system, Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Diseases / skin
The first monthly publication dedicated to Hidradenitis Suppurativa and the patients who suffer with it.
Velpeau: The HS Journal, Vol. I, Issue 1
by Pen
Price:
$0.99 USD.
Words: 6,650.
Language:
English.
Published: June 26, 2017
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Diseases / skin, Nonfiction » Health, wellbeing, & medicine » Diseases / immune system
The first monthly publication dedicated to the subject of Hidradenitis Suppurativa and the people who suffer with it.
The Message
by Pen
Price:
Free!
Words: 1,110.
Language:
English.
Published: November 12, 2016
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Categories:
Essay » Literature
Thousands of years ago, an important message was sent to the people on earth: a message which has stood the test of time.
The Bell
by Pen
Price:
Free!
Words: 1,140.
Language:
English.
Published: November 12, 2016
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Categories:
Essay » Literature
A broken bell once again peals across the land thanks to the healing power of the human touch.
Sword of Tilk: Before the Storm
by Pen
Price:
Free!
Words: 4,040.
Language:
English.
Published: November 12, 2016
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Categories:
Fiction » Adventure » Action, Fiction » Fantasy » General
The event which brought about the Sword of Tilk Trilogy, the journey of one woman to becoming the woman she is meant to be.
Cheetah, Lion and the Great Race
by Pen
Price:
Free!
Words: 2,390.
Language:
English.
Published: November 12, 2016
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Categories:
Fiction » Children’s books » Action & Adventure / Survival Stories
No one is better than anyone else. And we all need each other at some point or another.
I Cast My Stone
by Pen
Price:
Free!
Words: 2,400.
Language:
English.
Published: November 12, 2016
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Categories:
Essay » Literature
How actions change the lives of those we come in contact with each day.
By the Light of a Candle
by Pen
Price:
Free!
Words: 1,080.
Language:
English.
Published: November 12, 2016
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Categories:
Essay » Literature
My nephews asked me one Christmas why I lit a candle on Christmas Eve. And this is what I told them.
A Grain of Sand
by Pen
Price:
Free!
Words: 1,870.
Language:
English.
Published: November 12, 2016
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Categories:
Essay » Literature
Sometimes when you get what you want, you realize it isn't what you really wanted.
Emergency Management
by Pen
Price:
$2.99 USD.
Words: 47,560.
Language:
English.
Published: January 27, 2016
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Categories:
Fiction » Romance » Action/adventure
The passion Dayle Hartigan and Renata Delgado have for one another may require some Emergency Management. A romance set in the field of Emergency Management.
Project Moreau
by Pen
Price:
$2.99 USD.
Words: 22,210.
Language:
English.
Published: January 27, 2016
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Categories:
Fiction » Science fiction » General
A journey into the realm of DNA splicing and genetic engineering.
Nero's Overture: Prelude to Nero's Fiddle
by Pen
Price:
Free!
Words: 9,430.
Language:
English.
Published: June 19, 2015
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Categories:
Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense
An incident during Desert Storm affects Marine sniper Captain Beverly Mossberg and her team for the rest of their lives.
Nero's Fiddle
by Pen
Price:
$4.99 USD.
Words: 185,910.
Language:
English.
Published: October 24, 2014
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Categories:
Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense, Fiction » Science fiction » Utopias & dystopias
When the United States is crippled by an Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP) attack, Captain Beverly Mossberg must get to Washington, DC to assassinate a terrorist before he strikes again.
Grandma Was a Really Cool Vamp
by Pen
Price:
$2.99 USD.
Words: 60,540.
Language:
English.
Published: October 15, 2014
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Categories:
Fiction » Young adult or teen » Fantasy
When JJ is turned into a vampire, it's up to Great Grandma Stella and her witch friend, Helene, to perform a transference ritual to return JJ to human form. But first, they must outrun and outsmart Grandma's nemesis, Count Drzynsky.
In Daddy's Shoes
by Pen
Price:
Free!
Words: 2,310.
Language:
English.
Published: September 26, 2014
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Categories:
Essay » Literature
Though she is walking in her father's shoes, a woman feels she will never be able to fill them.
Old '49
by Pen
Price:
Free!
Words: 2,360.
Language:
English.
Published: September 26, 2014
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Categories:
Fiction » Children’s books » Trains
Patti discovers her Grandfather's model train set in the attic. Sadly, it is without the red caboose. When the train set goes missing, Patti fears she may be in big trouble.
Just Desserts
by Pen
Price:
Free!
Words: 1,470.
Language:
English.
Published: September 26, 2014
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Relationships & Family » Parenting / parent & adult child
A commentary on a mother/daughter relationship that many women can relate to.
Heaven's Résumé
by Pen
Price:
Free!
Words: 2,160.
Language:
English.
Published: September 26, 2014
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Inspiration » Spiritual inspiration
(5.00 from 1 review)
When Mrs. Paulsen reaches the pearly gates of Heaven her résumé comes under scrutiny. St. Peter tells her why.
Guardian Angels - A Tribute to Princess Diana and Mother Teresa
by Pen
Price:
Free!
Words: 2,080.
Language:
English.
Published: September 26, 2014
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Categories:
Essay » Literature
Princess Diana and Mother Teresa departed our world within less than a week of each other. As I wondered why, my imagination took over and this essay came to me. Though I have no idea of knowing what truly happened, it gives me great comfort to think of them as Guardian Angels watching over those left behind. I hope it comforts others as well.
Electro-Muse: Tools and Tips for the Beginning Independent Author in this Electronic Age
by Pen
Price:
$2.99 USD.
Words: 27,570.
Language:
English.
Published: September 1, 2014
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Publishing » Self-publishing
Preparation for self-publishing can be a daunting task. Electro-Muse contains instructions and guidelines to help make the process easier for beginning writers traveling the self-publishing path. Writing tips and inspirational quotes by familiar authors are sure to motivate independent authors on their journey.
Wisdom
by Pen
Price:
Free!
Words: 1,800.
Language:
English.
Published: July 30, 2014
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Inspiration » Personal inspiration
Poetry, quotes and photography gleaned from a lifetime of wisdom.
Hope
by Pen
Price:
Free!
Words: 1,260.
Language:
English.
Published: July 30, 2014
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Inspiration » Spiritual inspiration
Poetry, quotes and photography put together with the hope of inspiring hope.
God Is Praying
by Pen
Price:
Free!
Words: 7,100.
Language:
English.
Published: July 30, 2014
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Inspiration » Spiritual inspiration
(5.00 from 1 review)
Inspirational poetry, essays, stories and photography to instill hope and faith.
Faith
by Pen
Price:
Free!
Words: 2,230.
Language:
English.
Published: July 30, 2014
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Inspiration » Spiritual inspiration
Poetry, quotes and photos to exemplify and help strengthen Faith in these dire times.
Christmas Blessings
by Pen
Price:
Free!
Words: 2,850.
Language:
English.
Published: July 30, 2014
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Inspiration » Spiritual inspiration
Writing to inspire Good Will during the Christmas holiday season and all year long.
An Introduction to Maladaptive Daydreaming
by Pen
Price:
$0.99 USD.
Words: 9,060.
Language:
English.
Published: July 30, 2014
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Psychology » Addiction
Maladaptive or excessive daydreaming is a condition from which many people suffer. As a lifelong excessive daydreamer I have shared my experiences with this condition along with research and suggestions for controlling the daydreaming habit.
I Am
by Pen
Price:
Free!
Words: 4,970.
Language:
English.
Published: July 30, 2014
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Inspiration » Personal inspiration
Poetry, essays and images of positive affirmations for all women.
Lifelines: Things Worth Holding On To
by Pen
Price:
Free!
Words: 10,460.
Language:
English.
Published: July 30, 2014
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Categories:
Nonfiction » Biography » Personal memoir
Personal essays and poetry from a lifetime of experience and poignant observation.
Train Ride
by Pen
Price:
Free!
Words: 24,230.
Language:
English.
Published: July 30, 2014
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Categories:
Fiction » Horror » General
A ghostly train, a mysterious extra room, co-workers who aren't what they seem. Stories and poetry rating a ten on the goose bump scale. Not for the faint of heart.
Return Me
by Pen
Price:
$2.99 USD.
Words: 78,450.
Language:
English.
Published: July 30, 2014
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Categories:
Fiction » Fantasy » Contemporary, Fiction » Science fiction » General
Fourteen year old Harlie Castleberry comes of age when she learns she has the ability to shapeshift into a mountain lion. Her newfound ability may be the end of her when she comes face to face with an ancient evil.
9.5B
by Pen
Price:
$2.99 USD.
Words: 70,780.
Language:
English.
Published: July 30, 2014
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Categories:
Fiction » Science fiction » Apocalyptic
In 2059, the New World Government is ridding the earth of 9.5 billion inhabitants. Before that happens a small band of people plan to escape aboard the spaceship Intrepid. Pursued by assassin Rembrandt, time is running out.
Sword of Tilk Book Three: At Sword's End
by Pen
Price:
$2.99 USD.
Words: 119,570.
Language:
English.
Published: July 30, 2014
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Categories:
Fiction » Fantasy » General, Fiction » Adventure » General
The entire Tilk family must engage in the final battle to overcome the evil witch Desdemona. They must vanquish her to save the Tilk Realm and the many worlds beyond.
Sword of Tilk Book Two: Strange Land
by Pen
Price:
$2.99 USD.
Words: 118,480.
Language:
English.
Published: July 30, 2014
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Categories:
Fiction » Adventure » General, Fiction » Fantasy » General
Barbara becomes a warrior in a distant land. Her family, eleven year old daughter, Heather included, must travel overland to rescue her.
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