Brian Dettmer: Old books reborn as intricate art

Very cool!  ;-)  <3

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador: 

http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y

Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

Laura Boushnak: For these women, reading is a daring act

Support the education of women & girls all over the world!  ;-)  <3

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador: 

http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y

Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

Grow Forward & Flourish: Thanksgiving Day: A Celebration of Gratitude

Grow Forward & Flourish: Thanksgiving Day: A Celebration of Gratitude: Happy Thanksgiving Beloved. It is my heartfelt desire that on this holiday you will be in awe or reverence for the blessings all …

A day to be grateful for all we have! Let's bring that gratitude into ALL our days!

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador:

http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y

Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

Between Boyfriends Blog: 15 Black Friday Freebies and Sales for Book Lovers...

Between Boyfriends Blog: 15 Black Friday Freebies and Sales for Book Lovers...: Photo Credit: Hucci Get 15 amazing ebooks free or on sale for Black Friday without leaving your home! I personally recommend all of th…
Sarka is including my novel in her Black Friday sale!

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador: 

http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y

Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

Hunter S. Thompson on Outlaws | Blank on Blank | PBS Digital Studios

This guy is profound! "I learned a lot about myself, being around the Angels." That's the Hell's Angels, by the way!

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador: 

http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y

Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

Fifth annual English proficiency ranking finds Latin America on the rise - ICEF Monitor - Market intelligence for international student recruitment

Fifth annual English proficiency ranking finds Latin America on the rise - ICEF Monitor - Market intelligence for international student recruitment

https://authorsinterviews.wordpress.com/2015/11/18/here-is-my-interview-with-sherrie-miranda/

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador: 

http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y

Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

Broken World | Salim Sulaiman feat. Vishal Dadlani | Official Music Video

Whatever you do, make the world a better place!  ;-)  <3

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador: 

http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y

Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

ANOMALISA - Trailer (2015) - Paramount Pictures

Great movie for students, it looks like!

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador: 

http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y

Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

Pianist plays John Lennon’s ‘Imagine’ outside Paris’ Bataclan theater

Show your students that we can find positive ways to grieve and share our grief with others.  <3 SM

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador: 

http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y

Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

Secret and Lies in El Salvador by Sherrie Miranda

This is the trailer my husband made for my novel!
Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador:
http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y

Day of the Dead celebrations – in pictures via @Linkis_com

Day of the Dead celebrations – in pictures via @Linkis_com

Remembering our loved ones who have passed on is a very healthy practice.  <3

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador: 

http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y

Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

The Archaeology News Network: Ancient Salvadoran village buried by ash freezes daily life in time

The Archaeology News Network: Ancient Salvadoran village buried by ash freezes daily life in time

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador: 

http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y

Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

Secret and Lies in El Salvador by Sherrie Miranda

Sherrie Miranda's husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

Refugee crisis grows in Latin America as women 'run for their lives' via @Linkis_com

Refugee crisis grows in Latin America as women 'run for their lives' via @Linkis_com

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador: 

http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y

Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

Laura Trice: The power of saying thank you

Remember to say "Thank you." It is the most powerful thing you can do. Jule' says "What you appreciate, appreciates!"

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador: 

http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y

Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

Kelly McGonigal: How to make stress your friend

Do what you gotta do, but smile! And ask for help!  ;-)  <3

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador: 

http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y

Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

Salvadoran women fight back against criminalization of pregnancy via @Linkis_com

Salvadoran women fight back against criminalization of pregnancy  via @Linkis_com

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador: 

http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y

Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

Creativity & Life Coaching: Extra Gum: The Story of Sarah & Juan

Creativity & Life Coaching: Extra Gum: The Story of Sarah & Juan: I have never seen such creativity as this! A beautiful love story without words! And in such a short time! Amazing! Sherrie Miranda's ...

Extra Gum: The Story of Sarah & Juan

Normally I wouldn't post a commercial but this is such a beautiful love story without words and in so few minutes! Amazing!

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador: 

http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y

Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

El Salvador Garment Factory Has High Hopes For Curbing Country’s Gang Woes via @Linkis_com

El Salvador Garment Factory Has High Hopes For Curbing Country’s Gang Woes via @Linkis_com

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador: 

http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y

Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

John Lennon - Imagine / Playing For Change

War/No More Trouble | Playing for Change | Song Around The World

Life Unlimited Podcast: Episode 63

Life Unlimited Podcast: Episode 63: Episode 63:  6-12-15   All About Loving Yourself. Taking the proper steps to take care of yourself. Refilling your pitcher of love.   EPISOD...

Vitameatavegamin - Hilarious! Lucy, you go, girl!

Secret and Lies in El Salvador by Sherrie Miranda

My local district is considering my novel for use in the classroom.
Historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is a/b an American girl in war-torn ES: http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y                                    
Sherrie's husband made the video for her novel & wrote the song too:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

9 Awe-Inspiring Bookstores Around the World

9 Awe-Inspiring Bookstores Around the World

Show your students these libraries. They are sure to excite!

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador:   http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

Transformed by Travel: Nine Stories

Transformed by Travel: Nine Stories

What's your travel story?
Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador:
http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y
Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

Transformed by Travel: Nine Stories

Transformed by Travel: Nine Stories

What's your travel story?  ;-)  <3
Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador:
http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y
Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

The Postcard Project

The Postcard Project
Let's bring back the practice of sending postcards, everyone! And here's a contest to get you edited about it!  ;-)  <3

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador:   http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

The Power of belief -- mindset and success | Eduardo Briceno | TEDxManha...

The Growth Mindset is the key to success! What can you do better? Ask this question every minute of every hour of EVER DAY!

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador:   http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

SDWN Newsletters -For Writers by Writers

SDWN Newsletters -For Writers by Writers

Teachers, send your student writers here to any of these events.

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador:   http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

Mexico's students inquiry rejected via @Linkis_com

Mexico's students inquiry rejected via @Linkis_com

I normally don't post political stuff here, but this is a damn shame! When did Mexico get so damn corrupt?!
Well, I know about the Girls of Juarez (I know longer call them women as most were under 20 years old.)
They were all from very poor Mexican families. I guess once they got away with that, they figured they could act with total impunity!

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador:   http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

Driven by fear: the Salvadorean children sent on the perilous journey to the US via @Linkis_com

Driven by fear: the Salvadorean children sent on the perilous journey to the US via @Linkis_com

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador:   http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

Secret and Lies in El Salvador by Sherrie Miranda

This book is perfect for teaching History through Literature. Although it takes place in El Salvador, it is the story of ALL of Latin America & Africa & Asia . . . & the Philippines . . .

10 Common Time Management Mistakes - from Mind Tools.com

10 Common Time Management Mistakes - from Mind Tools.com

Is there a teacher alive who couldn't use more time? I doubt it!  ;-)

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador: http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y
Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

Robert Reich on why CA should close a dangerous corporate tax loophole

Bill Clinton Kicks the Crap out of Fox News Part 1

Quick-maturing Plants: 5 Fast Growing Vegetables to Try

Making Connections at Machu Picchu

Making Connections at Machu Picchu

A great place to take a trip! Hope to go but not when all the other tourists are there.

Why You Should Plan an African Safari…Now

Why You Should Plan an African Safari…Now

The Star-News | Star news Chula vista|star news national city|National City local news|national city local business|national city sports

The Star-News | Star news Chula vista|star news national city|National City local news|national city local business|national city sports

Robert Reich on why CA should close a dangerous corporate tax loophole

Tiny Desk Concert Video Invisible - My favorite of all Jackie's songs!

Clairifications 6: Iran Nuclear Deal

Fangirlingnerdfighter: Secrets and Lies in El Salvador by Sherrie Miranda...

Fangirlingnerdfighter: Review of Secrets and Lies in El Salvador by Sherrie Miranda...: Secrets and Lies in El Salvador by Sherrie Miranda My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is a very serious book that gives a very realistic view,...

37 INSPIRING QUOTES FROM ENTREPRENEURS THAT WILL PREVENT YOU FROM GIVING UP ON YOUR DREAM

37 INSPIRING QUOTES FROM ENTREPRENEURS THAT WILL PREVENT YOU FROM GIVING UP ON YOUR DREAM

 Some excellent quotes here, but always remember: Only YOU can decide what success means for YOU!

Sherrie Miranda's historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about an American girl in war-torn El Salvador:http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y
Her husband made a video for her novel. He wrote the song too:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

Quiz Results - Washington Times

Quiz Results - Washington Times

Probably most young people would do better than me, but all in all, not to bad!

Historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is a/b an American girl in war-torn El Salvador:http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y 
My husband made a video for my novel. He wrote the song too:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

SANTEE BARNES & NOBLE TO HOST JAMES PATTERSON DAY, LOCAL AUTHOR EVENT

SANTEE BARNES & NOBLE TO HOST JAMES PATTERSON DAY, LOCAL AUTHOR EVENT

Lost and Found

Friendship Park fence separates families at the border

SANTEE BARNES & NOBLE TO HOST JAMES PATTERSON DAY, LOCAL AUTHOR EVENT

SANTEE BARNES & NOBLE TO HOST JAMES PATTERSON DAY, LOCAL AUTHOR EVENT

Historically based, coming of age, Adventure novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador” is about a young American woman goes to war-torn El Salvador:

http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y

The video my husband made for my novel. He wrote the music too! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

ASK AN AUTHOR: TIPS & FREEBIES, OVERCOMING WRITER'S BLOCK, SELF VS. TRADITIONAL PUBLISHING, & NOVEL-WRITING TIME

ASK AN AUTHOR: TIPS & FREEBIES, OVERCOMING WRITER'S BLOCK, SELF VS. TRADITIONAL PUBLISHING, & NOVEL-WRITING TIME

I am guest author on Sarka-Jonae Miller's column this week. Let me know what you think!  ;-)  <3

Do you know a/b my debut novel “Secrets & Lies in El Salvador”? A young American woman goes to war-torn El Salvador: http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y
My husband made a video about the novel. He wrote the song too:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P11Ch5chkAc

Secret and Lies in El Salvador by Sherrie Miranda

POEMA DE AMOR (Roque Dalton 1935-1975) EL SALVADOR COMPATRIOTAS

Secret and Lies of El Salvador by Sherrie Miranda

The Pianist - Weight Loss is about feeling the feeling, not stuffing them! This film will help you get there.

The Pianist - Show this movie to your students! You won't regret it!

Howard Zinn You Can't Be Neutral on a Moving Train 2004

The Heart and Craft of Life Writing: I Want My Grandchildren to Know I Wasn’t Always Old

The Heart and Craft of Life Writing: I Want My Grandchildren to Know I Wasn’t Always Old

Morning Affirmations

Where Our Students Come From - I wrote this in '09 but it is definitely still relevant

I just witnessed the saddest scene out of my window. This guy was bringing his child to the

mother, but the mother did not want him to come near her. She wanted him to put the child in her car while she looked on from a distance.
So these two people argued for about twenty minutes trying to figure out how they could share custody of their child. It looked (to me) like they hate each other! How did they get together to make this child? Who knows? It could have been a one night stand.
My point is that our students come to us with a myriad of issues created by the parents and anyone else the parents have had caring for them. They often don't know that they are loved unconditionally and maybe they aren't.
We owe it to them to find ways to teach that raise their self-esteem.

How to bring an author to school without breaking the bank?

How to bring an author to school without breaking the bank?
AUGUST 18, 2014 ~ MARIANALLANOS

Are you a teacher who is looking to offer your class an exciting experience? Do you want to build excitement about books and writing? Or maybe your class is working on a project and you want them to publish it? Are looking for an author who can give you motivation, advice and encouragement? Yes! An author will definitely do that! But, how can you afford one without leaving your PTA broke?

(Read my post 5 Reasons to bring an author to your Classroom for inspiration)

You don’t have to bring in J.K. Rowling. Sure you could ask her if she’d come at no cost. Maybe she would. (If she does, let me know and I’ll contact her myself!) There are other authors though that will be more than willing to come visit.

Hit the web! You can find several directories of authors who visit schools by going online. Sites like Author-Ilustrators or the literary giant Scholastic have lists of children’s authors who are willing to do school visits. They even offer you tips on how to plan a visit and ways to fundraise for the event. Maybe if you are interested in a particular author that’s the way to do it. But, seriously, fundraising? It sounds like you’ll need a lot of dough!
Target offers grants to schools and other institutions that bring art and culture into the classroom, and that includes school visits. The downside is that you have to apply by a certain date and well, wait to see if you are selected. Anyway, this is their website.
But there are easier ways to bring authors to your class!

Check with your local Writer’s Association. A quick search on google will guide you to their website, blog or Facebook page. This is what I found when I searched ‘Oklahoma City writers’picxarticle1
The next step would be contacting the association you chose and asking them to refer you to children’s authors. There are many local authors willing to visit schools at a nominal fee or no cost to you! Make sure the one you choose is right for your class by researching the authors’ work. Most authors would be delighted to provide you with a PDF copy of their book and an outline of their school visit plan. Authors will most likely ask if they could send order forms with your students. Sending order forms with students and other teachers are the easier way to support the author who is spending his or her time with your class. Chances are that most authors use the money they earn from book orders to produce more high-quality books to keep on promoting literacy. That’s what I do when I visit local schools!

Bring an author from another state (or country)… without an airfare ticket! Crazy, huh? But not so much anymore. Have you ever heard of Skype? Did you know they have a program called Skype in the Classroom? Have you ever heard of Google Hangouts? It’s an online video conference room. Now, do you have a computer with a screen (maybe a smart board) in your classroom? Do you have access to the internet or could you request it? Are you making the connection? That is the new trend in schools around America and the world. You could potentially host ANY guest speaker who is signed up for those programs! What I like about Skype is that it offers ‘lessons’. For example, these are mine:
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Before scheduling a lesson on Skype, make sure it’s appropriate for your school aged children by requesting additional information (their website or even a PDF copy of the book) and find out if there is a cost by contacting the guest speaker by email or phone. Every author is different. In my case, I do not charge for lessons, but I ask teachers if they don’t mind sending order forms for autographed books. In that case, teachers only have to collect orders with payment and mail them to me. I mail the books to them within a few days. Of course they are also free to order from Amazon but it gets a little more expensive. I’m flexible and I’m always willing to work a deal and make it easy-peasy for all of us. Make sure you work out those details before scheduling a visit. You can sign up for free in Skype in the Classroom HERE Add me by typing ‘marianallanos’ on seach box. There are great authors and guest speakers, and you can search them by topic too.There is also this list where you can find authors who do Skype for free (I’m working on having my name added to that list!): AUTHORS WHO SKYPE
Google Hangouts are video calls that work similar to Skype but offer the possibility of screen sharing, which I LOVE especially when showing older kids the early drafts of my books. It helps them visualize how the publishing world works. You can get a free Google+ account by opening a gmail account. If you wish to add me, you can go here and we can set up a ‘hang out’ with your class.
Can you imagine the possibilities? You don’t have to leave your classroom, and the world can come to you! Skype or Google Hangouts provide you with an excellent tool to show your students that the world is broad, but it’s still one place. Teachers, building literacy takes a team, let an author be your partner in fostering the love for reading and writing.

66491_656112837769155_1242780781_nMariana Llanos is a Peruvian born author based in Oklahoma City. She’s authored five children’s books available on Amazon. She has visited several schools across Oklahoma and she’s working on visiting several more across the world! She writes with the heart of a mother and the imagination of a child. Her favorite thing to do is visit schools and spark children’s imagination. Visit her at http://www.marianallanos.com

https://scribblesonthewallblog.wordpress.com/2014/08/18/how-to-bring-an-author-to-school-without-breaking-the-bank/

David Mason : The Poetry Foundation

David Mason : The Poetry Foundation

Please check out my debut novel too!
Although readers are calling my debut novel historical fiction, it is actually historically-based fiction. All the characters who are alive at the end are fictional. One reader even called it "NON-FICTION" as she knew about the civil war in El Salvador so I guess she thought that I had written a memoir. All the major events in the novel are true, but many minor events are purely my imagination.
Secrets and Lies in El Salvador: Shelly's Journey (paperback)
http://www.amazon.com/Secrets-Lies-El-Salvador-Shellys/dp/1507837011/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?ie=UTF8

"Secrets & Lies in El Salvador" can be used to teach History Through Literature

Check out my debut novel about a war the U.S. wrongly supported: http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y

Thursday Interview: Allan Cox.

Thursday Interview: Allan Cox.: Today I'd like to welcome Allan Cox, author of  “ Change the Way You Face The Day ” to The Thursday Interview.  Before we get sta…

Check out my debut novel about a war the U.S. wrongly supported: http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y

BookMarketingBuzzBlog: 3% Of Postage Stamps Feature Books & Writers

BookMarketingBuzzBlog: 3% Of Postage Stamps Feature Books & Writers: Over 5,200 stamps have been issued by the US Post Office and some 150 were of authors or books.  That’s a lot more than stamps about socc...

An Open Letter to Anyone Who Cares About El Salvador & Democracy

I write to you as a fellow human being and a fellow American who is also concerned about the events in the U.S. funded civil war in El Salvador.
I have written a novel that helps tell the story of the war.
Sherrie Miranda
sherriemiranda1@aol.com
Check out my historically based debut novel: http://tinyurl.com/klxbt4y
http://www.amazon.com/Secrets-Lies-El-Salvador-Shellys/dp/1507837011/ref=tmm_pap_title_0

Rape survivor Shelly Dalton Smith travels to war-torn El Salvador hoping to heal from multiple traumas and deception. Shelly is taken in by a host family, but is tricked into a mission that jeopardizes her life and exposes her to secrets and lies.

Witnessing the death of an American journalist and overhearing harrowing accounts of refugees who saw their families massacred tears Shelly apart. It is almost too much to bear until she meets an American fighting with the guerrillas. He teaches her a passion for living she has never known, but every day places both of their lives in danger, and she wonders if anyone will make it out alive.

Secrets and Lies in El Salvador exposes death and destruction at every turn, but also validates the power of love and embodies the gift of hope.

Sherrie Miranda is an author who writes in order to create more peace and understanding in the world. She is a teacher who has taught students from many countries of the world. She is also a life and writing coach and hopes to soon find a way to help seniors and troubled teens write their life stories.

She loves to travel and first traveled to other countries before finally deciding to see some of the U.S., places that foreigners she met had been to, but that she hadn't.
She is happily married to a teacher who identifies himself first, as a musician. They hope to someday travel together to places where she reads her novel(s) and speaks to people about writing and life while Angelo plays his piano and entertains the audience.
Life has much to offer so she always encourages young people to hang in there and know that things WILL get better.