Vroman’s Local Author Day featuring Richard Podkowski, m.a. Arana, and Sheri Kelsey
Richard Podkowski presents The Walk-On
In the twilight of his NFL career as a middle linebacker for the Chicago Storm, Mike “the Steelman” Stalowski masks his physical pain and mental anguish with alcohol and painkillers. The fan favorite has a rebel image and a notorious reputation, and he plays a violent gridiron game fueled by inner rage.
While estranged from his wife and living in the fishbowl environment of professional sports, he unexpectedly meets the fresh-out-of-college Kim Richardson. She sees through Mike’s star persona to who he really is-a kind guy from the Southeast Side of Chicago who has never forgotten his humble blue-collar roots. The lives of the star-crossed, seemingly mismatched couple collide during a whirlwind romance that culminates in a tragic series of events.
The Walk-On is a timeless tale of love and loss that explores the consequences of personal decisions and the rewards of faith, redemption, and hope.
m.a. Arana presents Wing Clipped: Book One of the Wings Series
Mabon Sevilla, Prince of Ava, is falsely accused of murdering his Avan mate and is exiled to Earth as punishment. While living among humans, he falls in love with one of them.
But, when a cruel tyrant from Mabon’s past threatens Ava, he must choose between staying on Earth with his new family or returning to Ava to stop the tyrant from starting a war and taking the throne.
In Wing Clipped, m. a. Arana tells the story of a prince who must overcome the mistrust of his kingdom and outmaneuver a formidable enemy in order to reclaim his place as leader. This is a gripping tale of redemption and the fight for power.
Sheri Kelsey presents Layers and Waves: Healing Transmissions
True to the expression, healing comes in waves, Layers and Waves, is a collection of prose, poems and artistic writing along a healing journey. This compact, but powerful collection takes you on a journey through ten waves (chapters) focused on layers of emotions and experiences surrounding disappointment, heartbreak, resilience, awareness, self-love, self-abandonment, shame, co-dependency, encouragement, surrender, and freedom. Layers and Waves evokes raw emotions, awakens inner-truths, and inspires you to spend time with your own heart.
Purchase your book at Vroman’s Bookstore or online at vromansbookstore.com.
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