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.

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Books

Killing Peace    by Pineapple Sam
Price: $2.49 USD. 9600 words. Published on March 1, 2012. Fiction.

(5.00 from 1 review)
Pineapple Sam left the surf and sand in Hawaii for the war riddled jungle of Vietnam. His days now consist of sitting in a muddy, humid foxhole waiting for the enemy to launch or squatting in a ditch waiting to ambush the Vietcong. Only day dreams of life and love on the beach are able to offer comfort among the blood and destruction of war. Delve into this nightmare from a first-hand account.
Hawaiian Pineapple Jarhead    by Pineapple Sam
Price: $1.49 USD. 8510 words. Published on February 1, 2012. Fiction.

(5.00 from 2 reviews)
View the Vietnam “conflict” through the eyes of a young Marine 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 1960's hippie to hardcore Marine. Pineapple Sam finds himself among screaming drill sergeants and swamp-like conditions instead of the beautiful beaches of Hawaii.
Pineapple Picking Cowboy    by Pineapple Sam
Price: $1.49 USD. 10050 words. Published on January 24, 2012. Fiction.

(5.00 from 2 reviews)
It is the height of the summer, Pineapple Sam and his friends are working and enjoying the life of being teens in Hawaii. The guys are exploring new places, camping out or scoping out the bikini chicks on the beach. The summer gets more entertaining when they run into spirits and meet some girls on a bike tour. Take a trip back to your teen years with this story.
Garden of Sugar and Pineapples    by Pineapple Sam
Price: $2.49 USD. 14500 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. Pineapple Sam doesn’t know the meaning of the word fail. If the way he does things doesn’t work then he will look for another way. Get inspired.
Friday the 13th Wedding    by Pineapple Sam
Price: $1.25 USD. 9420 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: $1.25 USD. 5310 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. Sam climbs into a limo, moments later he is in a fight for his life.

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  • Closing The Gap on May 16, 2012
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    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