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Member Since: Oct. 19, 2011
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Pineapple Sam


Biography

Pineapple Sam is the character that embodies the life and stories of Ismael Tabalno, who grew up on the shores of the Hawaiian Islands and later ventured outward in the world to embark on many fascinating adventures. Pineapple Sam loved to “talk story” as they say on the islands and decided to write his stories as a hobby when he retired. Now many of his friends, family, and readers like you, can share in his adventures.

Where to find Pineapple Sam online

Website: http://www.pineapplesamhawaii.com
Twitter: pineapplesam2
    Facebook: Facebook profile
    LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/profile/edit?trk=hb_tab_pro_top
    Blog: http://www.blogger.com/profile/01629581610441318970

    Where to buy in print

    http://www.pineapplesamhawaii.com

    Books

    Kauai Hitchhikers Exploring the US    by Pineapple Sam
    Price: $1.99 USD. 21830 words. Published on December 9, 2012. Fiction.
    (5.00 from 2 reviews)
    Tourists and honeymooners flock to Hawaii by the thousands each year. Pineapple Sam wants to travel in the other direction and find out for himself what adventures lie beyond the coast of his paradise home in Hawaii. Following his dreams, he heads for the U.S. mainland. Sam makes countless friends along the way of his eye-opening, cross-country journey, but he also learns many hard lessons.
    Going to the Mainland    by Pineapple Sam
    Price: $1.99 USD. 13370 words. Published on September 21, 2012. Fiction.
    (5.00 from 1 review)
    In Going to the Mainland, Sam is in his last year of high school on the magical, tropical isle of Kauai. In an effort to find out more about himself, Pineapple Sam heads for a trip around the US mainland visiting old friends and making new ones.
    Local Boy and Tourist    by Pineapple Sam
    Price: $1.99 USD. 11610 words. Published on June 7, 2012. Fiction.
    (4.00 from 2 reviews)
    Hijinks and young love are almost more than Pineapple Sam can handle. This book takes you on a teenager’s journey of playing pranks, hiding trouble from your dad, and the nervousness that comes with falling in love.
    Killing Peace    by Pineapple Sam
    Price: $1.99 USD. 14770 words. Published on March 1, 2012. Fiction.
    (5.00 from 2 reviews)
    Pineapple Sam has left the laidback days of surf and sand in Hawaii for the war riddled jungle of Vietnam. Delve into this nightmare from the perspective of Sam’s heart-wrenching firsthand account.
    Hawaiian Pineapple Jarhead    by Pineapple Sam
    Price: $2.99 USD. 10560 words. Published on February 1, 2012. Fiction.
    (5.00 from 3 reviews)
    Instead of the beautiful beaches of Hawaii, Pineapple Sam finds himself among screaming drill sergeants and swamp-like conditions. View through the eyes of a young recruit not quite sure how he ended up enlisting in the United States Marine Corps. This raw story gives readers the true insight into how a young eighteen year old transforms from hippie to hardcore Marine.
    Pineapple Picking Cowboy    by Pineapple Sam
    Price: $1.99 USD. 10790 words. Published on January 24, 2012. Fiction.
    (5.00 from 2 reviews)
    Pineapple Sam does it again in his latest short novel set in Paradise on his home turf of the magical island of Kauai. He recounts tales of a long hot summer working in the pineapple fields, night spear fishing with his friends and enjoying the cool, exciting nights as only fearless, exuberant teenagers can. Travel down memory lane as he relates the many “firsts” of that memorable summer of 1966.
    Garden of Sugar and Pineapples    by Pineapple Sam
    Price: $3.99 USD. 14990 words. Published on January 6, 2012. Fiction.
    0.5 star(4.60 from 5 reviews)
    This story takes you, the reader, through the humble beginnings of the author’s family to the miracle of his almost tragic birth. Let this story inspire you with the courage of a family seeking a new life while giving you a good laugh as you are taken back to your own hijinks as a kid.
    Friday the 13th Wedding    by Pineapple Sam
    Price: $2.99 USD. 10120 words. Published on December 27, 2011. Fiction.
    0.75 star(4.75 from 4 reviews)
    A father’s trip to his youngest daughter’s wedding turns into more than he bargained for. Filled with recollections of war days and family days, this story will hit home for any dad.
    Hijacked Luxury Limo    by Pineapple Sam
    Price: $3.99 USD. 10390 words. Published on December 24, 2011. Fiction.
    0.75 star(4.75 from 4 reviews)
    Sam’s day starts out as yet another business trip stuck in a hotel. This seemingly normal night turns into a wild ride. This story proves that the world can change in a moment.

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    Smashwords book reviews by Pineapple Sam

    • Closing The Gap on May 16, 2012
      star star star star star
      I read your sample and found similarities and could not stop reading so I purchased your book. I am glad I did. Even though I knew back of my mind most of the process mentioned in the book, I felt this was a great book to quickly refresh my memory. I am retired and have my last teenager graduating soon and found the book very helpful to smooth out the bumps in our relationship. I recommend this book as a valuable resource to all parents with teenagers. Thank you