A friendly review

At first glance this collection of humorous stories appears disconnected, but quickly the reader realizes he is being taken on a journey through a slice of Americana that is gone forever.  The author uses clever word play to sneak up on you with non-stop, laugh-out-loud stories about some distinctly peculiar people he has encountered.  You'll meet a red-headed giant from the hills of eastern Tennessee in Basic Training, ex-nun lesbian lover antique dealers in the title story, a statuesque transgender decorative accessory in Mardi Gras, a psychopathic pheasant hunter, a hyper type A Alaskan fishing captain, and many, many others.  You'll lose track of the times you break out in spontaneous laughter.  I loved this book. RC.

Testimonial in from a reader in Belize

One of the Iron Men traveled to Belize and shared a copy of NNAOPP:


"My eldest brother, Ron, who lives in Belize, read the book in one setting (he reads 3-4 books a week) and thought it was great." 

Speaking Engagement Set for Sanibel Library

Arrangements were finalized today for a speaking engagement at the Sanibel Library for March 27, 2012 at 10 am.  The topic will be "Lessons Learned Self Publishing in an Ebook World."  Of course, copies of NNAOPP will be available for interested parties.  Stop by, if you're in Sanibel that week.

Readers discover health benefits from reading NNAOPP

I love this book. I keep a copy next to my toilet. I have suffered from a medical problem (locked bowels) for almost 30 years. I have been reading a chapter each morning at the "appropriate" time and, amazingly, it has completely cured my medical problem. The world needs more books like this! John!


I have been winding my way through NNAOPP and am thoroughly enjoying the journey. Recently I have had several nights where I wake up at 2:30 unable to go back to sleep. I have turned on the light and read chapters from your book (it is on my night stand) and have laughed out loud so much so one night I scared my cat. Now you are probably thinking I have just provided you with another promotional tidbit (NNAOPP cures insomnia). Not so. It actually cured my state of unrest with laughter and a lovely journey through your life. Love it! Donna.

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Bowling Green book signing event brings total sales up to 688

Thanks to Talley Lee Shaon for hosting a book signing event in my hometown of Bowling Green, MO. We had three hours of non-stop visitors, sold 43 books, and reconnected with many old and new friends. The warmth and hospitality shown in the fellowship hall of the First Presbyterian Church made this a most memorable day.

Bruce Smith Drugs now carrying NNAOPP

Thanks to Jeannette at Bruce Smith Drugs for agreeing to carry NNAOPP. The book can be found prominently displayed on the top shelf of a counter devoted to local authors. Heading to Bowling Green, MO tomorrow for a book signing. Sales have now reached 640 copies.

NNAOPP Now Available at Twisted Sisters Eclectic Gift and Floral Shop

Twisted Sisters Eclectic Gifts and Floral Shop in Albany, MO has joined the growing list of fine establishments to carry copies of NNAOPP.  If you're in the Albany vicinity please stop and buy a book and say hi to Di Smith and her team. Chuck