I am pleased to have Gwen Plano visiting today. She is out and about talking about her new book, The Soul Whisperer’s Decision. Please welcome Gwen.
Thank you, John. Before we look at the blurb, I want to give your readers some background on the book.
I have a special interest in the Near-Death Experience phenomenon. Since the 1980s, I’ve read original research of accounts, and I’ve also read numerous books by survivors. Though I’ve not experienced an NDE, I’ve had several inexplicable experiences of a loving presence at times of great duress.
For ten years, 2002 – 2012, I was an administrator at a college near Camp Pendleton in California. I worked directly with the Marine veterans and, to a lesser degree, veterans from the other branches of the military. I quickly discovered that almost all the Marines suffered PTSD and/or physical injuries from their service in Iraq or Afghanistan. I became their advocate and tried to provide a ‘safe’ place for the veterans to meet, hang out, and process. To this day, my experience with the veterans remains the highlight of my thirty years in Higher Education.
When I wrote The Soul Whisperer’s Decision, I sought to illuminate the struggles of those who have experienced extreme violence. And, as well, I tried to show the healing power of love. None of us can erase our past or another’s, but by our choices, we can carve a hopeful future for ourselves and others.
BLURB:
Sarah Jameson, a nurse at County Central Hospital, survives an accident that kills her two young children. While comatose, she travels into the heavenly realm, where she visits with her precious little ones. She is given a choice – return to her husband, Jack, or remain with her children in their celestial home.
Jack was not in the fated automobile. Though he heard the crash and ran to help, there was nothing he could do. He suffers the loss of his children, fears the potential demise of his wife, and wonders about his own sanity. His struggle with PTSD from his military years has returned, and at times, he cannot distinguish between the present and the past.
An accident tragically changed the lives of this young family, but out of sorrow emerges unexpected blessings.
PURCHASE LINKS
Amazon: https://bit.ly/488Ziay
Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/48aWmdu
BLOG: www.gwenplano.com ( https://bit.ly/48AKRvE )
BIOGRAPHY
Gwen M. Plano, aka Gwendolyn M. Plano, grew up in Southern California and spent most of her professional life in higher education. She taught and served as an administrator in colleges in Japan, New York, Connecticut, and California. Gwen’s academic background is in theology and counseling. Recently retired, she now lives in the high desert of Arizona, where she writes, gardens, and travels with her husband.
Gwen’s first book is an acclaimed memoir, Letting Go into Perfect Love. Her second book, The Contract between heaven and earth, is a thriller fiction novel co-authored by John W. Howell. It has received multiple awards and is an Amazon Best Seller. The Choice, the unexpected heroes, is the sequel to The Contract. It is also a thriller involving the attempt of an unfriendly nation to take over the world. The third book in the series, The Culmination, a new beginning, is an action-packed military thriller that spans the globe and involves multiple Heads of State and the threat of World War III. Only love can change the fate of humanity.
When Gwen is not writing, she’s often in the beautiful Red Rocks of Sedona, where she finds inspiration.
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This one has just dropped onto my reading list, Thanks John…
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Thank you, Jaye and Anita. I hope you enjoy the book when the reading moment arrives. 😊
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I think I will, Gwen, so I had better get reading!
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Sounds good doesn’t it?
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It really does, John…
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Thank you, John, for spotlighting The Soul Whisperer’s Decision. I greatly appreciate your help in spreading the news of its publication. I look forward to showcasing your work as well. Again, thank you very much. 😊
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My pleasure Gwen.
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A wonderful visit from Gwen, John. She lays out her background for the story and then a blurb. A true professional. 📚📓
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Thank you for the kind words, GP. 😊
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My pleasure, Gwen.
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Thank you, GP. I’m sure she loves your comment.
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Go, Gwen, Go.
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Thank you for the cheers, Craig. 😊
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Yes indeed.
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This story is intriguing to me and is on my list. Thanks for sharing it with us, John. ❤
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Thank you, Tim, for the encouragement. 😊
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Kudos on another book, Gwen. Keep ’em coming!
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Thank you for the cheers, Grant. 😊
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Thanks, Grant.
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A lovely post for a lovely book and author! Congratulations to Gwen, and wishing her all the best. Thanks for sharing, John 🤗💕🙂
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Thank you so much, Harmony, for the encouragement and support. 😊
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Thank you, Harmony.
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Oh! This sounds like a fabulous read. It has just joined my to-read pile. Looking forward to reading it.
Thank you for sharing, John and good luck to you, Gwen!
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Thank you, Dale.
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Thanks so much, Dale. When the time comes, I hope you enjoy it. 😊
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I don’t doubt I will, Gwen!
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Clearly the red rocks of Sedona have inspired Gwen to write a poignant publication about the power of love for those who have suffered unthinkable life events. Best wishes for continued success with this latest book.
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Thank you, Monika.
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Thank you so much, Monika. Your understanding and support warm my heart. 😊
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Congratulations, Gwen! This looks like a great book! I’m so glad you shared this, John.
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Thank you, Kymber, for the kind words. 😊
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Thank you, Kymber.
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Sitting on my Kindle, John. Good post.
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Thanks, Jacqui.
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Thank you, Jacqui. I hope you enjoy it. 😊
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John, thank you for hosting Gwen.
Gwen, I wish you the best with your new book. It sounds both intriguing and inspiring 🙂
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Thank you, Marie.
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Thank you so much, Marie. 😊
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Congratulations to Gwen! I’ve got my copy on my Kindle! 🤗
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Thank you, Mae.
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Thank you so much, Mae. I hope you enjoy the story. 😊
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It’s great seeing Gwen everywhere with this new book launch! I am looking forward to reading it very soon! Thank you, John, for hosting and best wishes to Gwen!
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Thanks, Jan.
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Thank you so much, Jan. I hope you enjoy it. 😊
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I bought this book when it came out. I clicked on the “Read Now” link just to take a peak. I’m almost halfway through. This is a great book!
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Glad you like it, Dan.
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Thank you, Dan, for your encouragement and support. Much appreciated. 😊
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My pleasure, Gwen.
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Congratulations to Gwen! The book awaits me on my Kindle.
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Good for you. Thanks, Liz.
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You’re welcome, John!
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Thank you so much, Liz. When the time comes, I hope you enjoy the story. 😊
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You’re welcome, Gwen. I’m sure I will 🙂
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Terrific showcase for Gwen’s new book John.. and congratulations Gwen… ♥
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Thank you, Sally.
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Thank you, Sally, for your cheers and support. 😊
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It’s lovely to see Gwen here today, John. She’s a wonderful writer and I can’t wait to start this book, maybe tomorrow if I stay up late and finish the one I’m reading. 🙂 Congrats to Gwen on her latest. It sounds like a riveting read.
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Thank you, Diana 😊
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Thank you, Diana, for your kind words and good cheer. I hope you enjoy the story. 😊
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Gwen’s getting a great tour. Congratulations and hugs.
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Thanks, Teagan. 🤗
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Thank you, Teagan, for your kind encouragement. 😊
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Nice to see Gwen’s latest here. Thanks, John. Best wishes, Gwen!
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Thank you, Staci, for your cheers and support. 😊
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Thank you, Staci.
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Congrats to Gwen – and thanks for featuring her, John!
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Thanks, Teri.
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Thank you so much, Teri. 😊
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Thank you, Sally for featuring my post among the other terrific posts. Congratulations to the other bloggers.
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I’ve across other presentations of this book. It seems like a very interesting book. Thank you for a great introduction.
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Thank you for the visit Thomas. I was very interested in your blog when I visited. I am a lover of IPA’s and my current favorite is VooDoo Ranger Imperial. I enjoyed your discussion and pics of various brands many of which I have tried. Thanks again.
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Thank you, Thomas, for your kind words.
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Sounds like a fascinating story, based on authentic experiences. Adding it to the Kindle. Thanks for the preview!
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My pleasure, Debbie. I’m sure Gwen is pleased you ate interested in the story and will hop you enjoy it. 😁
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Thank you, Debbie. I hope you enjoy the story.
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Hi John, thanks for sharing about Gwen’s new book 💚
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My pleasure, Robbie.
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Thank you for the visit, Robbie. All the best!
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So great to see Gwen and her new release featured here. I loved learning about what inspired the book, and the subject matter had me adding it to my TBR. Congrats to Gwen 🙂
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Thank you, Debby. I think you will enjoy it.
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Thanks John. 🙂
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Thank you for the kind words, Debby. Blessings. . .
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Hugs Gwen ❤
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Congratulations to Gwen on her new book. It sounds very inspiring. Thanks, John
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Thank you so much, Olga. 😊
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Thank you, Olga. She will be so pleased with your comment.
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I’ve seen Gwen’s smiling face on bookish blogs often and have a great impression of her work. I believe in the healing power of love as an antidote to violence and hate; one of the writers in my writing group wrote of his grand-daughter’s near-death experience.The blurb entices me to learn more. Thank you, John, for hosting. 😀
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I’m glad it resonated with you, Marian. Gwen will be pleased.
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Congrats to Gwen on this wonderful post, and I’ve added her book to my TBR! I recently finished The Contract which I loved, so Congrats to you both on this book. And I look forward to reading the sequel as well. A review will come a little later. I’m trying to find more time to read and blog outside of my day job. 🙂 Thanks for sharing, John!
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Finding time to read is aways a challenge.
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Congratulations to Gwen, and thanks to you for sharing the news, John! It’s a book which must be on the reading list. Best wishes, Michael
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Thank you, Michael. 😊
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