A shout out to Edward Wagner, self publisher extraordinaire, by Kimberly Evans, author of Perseverance.

Here is another shout out to a person who helped me get my book to publication. Edward Wagner. He asked, not in these exact words, but similar ones,  "Why wait for a publisher to give you the nod?" He has self published  all of the book titles you see here:

AVAILABLE AT AMAZON KINDLE E BOOKS –

AUTHOR EDWARD WAGNER

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December 1941 – a Hawaiian girl’s diary (historical fiction) book one of series

The attack on Pearl Harbor was just eight days away. December 7, 1941 was not (as yet) a day that would live in infamy. The islands of Hawaii were blissfully unaware of the impending attack by the Imperial Navy of Japan. --Relive the history of that period as seen through the eyes of a Native Hawaiian teenaged girl. Share with her the anguish of hearing about the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Walk with her through the long frightening days that followed Pearl Harbor. Join with her and her family, and friends, as they face the future with hope intermingled with a touch of despair.

January 1942 – a Hawaiian girl’s diary (historical fiction) book two of series  

In the aftermath of the attack on Pearl Harbor the local population struggles to come to grips with the radical changes to their lives. The US Military becomes more prominent in the day to day operations of the islands. Martial Law is imposed. Schools are closed for months. All citizens aged SEVEN (7) and older MUST carry ID or be arrested. Civilian courts abolished. Censorship of press imposed. Relive that period through the eyes of a Native Hawaiian 16 year old girl.

February 1942 -a Hawaiian girl’s diary historical fiction) book three of series

It is now two months since the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor. The Native Hawaiians and other residents of Hawaii are struggling to becoming used to the influx of thousands of military people from the mainland. Soon thousands become tens of thousands and then a hundred thousand or more. The complete lack of calmness and serenity of the islands becomes almost unbearable.

 BEYOND THE HORIZON (Sakini Sono Horizonto) (Japanese historical fiction)

Young love interwoven with lust – passion – intrigue – murder –follow the pair of lovers as they embark on a path of discovery. Rejoice with them as they delve deeper into the mystery of the ages.

Native American stories - legends and stories of the first “Americans” (tribal history)

Stories from and about our Native American population from the Atlantic to the Pacific - from the Mohawk of NYS to the Sioux of the plains and from the North Pole to the South Pole - least we forget and they are lost forever.

The fire that ate the Mountain (pre-history fiction) -- book one of series

When did a man first utter the words - “I love you” - to a woman? How far back into the distant murky past must we go to find the exact moment when a man first held a baby in his arms and felt that the deep emotional bonding of a man for a helpless newborn? When did prehistoric man & woman start thinking and acting like a family?
Anbessa (Amharic for lion) and Umfazi (Zulu for woman) come from vastly different backgrounds. He was raised in a strong matriarchal society, while Umfazi grew up under the sternest of patriarchal control. Their diametrically differing upbringings cause severe disagreements concerning nearly every aspect of their day to day existence. However, after the birth of the baby, Caraga (Amharic for moon glow on water), they struggle to overcome their differences for the sake of the tiny little girl. Stranded alone, without the possibility of help, the three fight to exist and survive in a hostile world. As Caraga slowly grows from a helpless infant to a young girl, Anbessa and Umfazi begin to form a strong emotional attachment to each other. Those feelings intensify and mature until one day Anbessa holds Umfazi in his strong arms and proclaims what his heart has been telling him.

AFTER The fire that ate The Mountain (pre-history fiction) – book two of series

After The Fire that ate the mountain, Anbessa and his band continued the quest down the River that Flows the Wrong Way. They were the first to understand the importance of caves and how they could be used to keep the band safe and secure. They were the First Cavemen. Regardless of the circumstances they continued to forge strong family ties and to develop new and in many ways startling ideas. Meeting other people and learning their ways and their secrets the band traverses the shores of the Mediterranean Ocean. They are both survivors and explorers. Overcoming untold dangers they persevere and prosper.

Neanderthal - Truly Human (historical fiction) –book three of series

Reading this book may force you to re-evaluate some your strong beliefs concerning Neanderthals! There are new discoveries concerning the Neanderthals who inhabited Europe and the Middle East being announced nearly every month. Many of the most startling discoveries have come from the regions of Eastern Europe in general and also from Romania along with Spain and Portugal specifically. It is in these areas that new sites are being discovered. Astonishing new discoveries are changing the way that Neanderthals have been portrayed, and thought of, for generations. They had musical instruments, they were the first people to use a glue substance to attach spear points.

THE NEANDERTHAL CAVE GIRL and other short stories – (historical fiction)

Stories of our far distant ancestors based on new facts and discoveries about the peoples we wrongly call “cavemen” or “Neanderthals. Also historical stories based on more modern happenings such as the Schenectady Massacre, Custer’s Last Stand, and many other stories that will excite, tease, torment and cause you to wonder. Plus a story on Neanderthals and proven musical instruments

MY GRANDMOTHER'S GRANDMOTHERS' STORIES & TALES – TRUE FAMILY TALES

Family Irish and Scottish tales and stories passed down from generation to generation. Stories from generations past and brought to these shores from Ireland & Scotland. Also tales of family in the hills of Eagle Mills New York.  Stories of family, spirits, lost children, farms in New York State.

The Fawn & other short stories (pure fiction) –

Stories that are peaceful and suspenseful like mister president (about the last battle of the civil war) and who what where when and why (about three policemen investigating a ghastly murder) plus many other short stories on many subjects.

The Hunter – (pre-history fiction) –

It was the time of the encroaching ICE AGE in Europe. The resident Neanderthals (The Chosen) and the incoming Cro-Magnons (The Second People) were interacting. When the two cultures melded and co-existed it resulted in the formation of a new group (The People) who prospered amid the trials and tribulations of that period. (From outcast to husband / father & trusted companion)

The Medicine Woman (historical fiction)

A collection of short stories that will amaze you with their subject matter - some are historical fiction, some are pure fiction – some are risqué – some are filled with family values – some are shocking - and some can’t be put in a specific category. So prepare to be mesmerized by the varied stories.
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