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An anthology of life and life’s struggles through tales of the South bring a collection of stories and lessons together beautifully in author Jackie Rod’s novel “Georgia Stories On My Mind”.
The Synopsis
Come visit Georgia within these pages as you read heartwarming stories shaped by local traditions and legends. The characters live life to the fullest through joys and hardships. Inhale the essence of Georgia’s revitalized small town squares while eating hand- scooped ice cream on a park bench. Each town has its own magic. Sometimes the most real things in life are things we cannot see but those that deeply touch us, as the folks in these tales learn. Share smiles and shed tears as you travel the curving road of life with these Georgia characters. Are you ready for an unforgettable experience of hope, faith, trust, reconciliation, and love?
Print Length: 259 Pages
Genre: Short Story Anthologies
Publisher: Touch Not the Cat Books
ASIN: B07FXVRZGG
The Review
Beautifully written, heartwarming and personal brings this anthology to life perfectly. The author has found a way to connect with readers on a personal scale that showcases how connected we are to each other and our life as a whole. Stories of love lost and found again, of being honest with ourselves and speaking to the dead so that we may find a way to live fully and more make this anthology shine brightly.
The characters are relatable and the story itself is evenly paced, with each individual story delving into local legends and myths of the area that locals will be able to identify with while giving new readers unfamiliar with the legends a fresh perspective on life overall.
The Verdict
Finding one’s way in life is never easy, and most often experience something new and unique in their own way. This novel does an excellent job of creating a vast array of stories that readers will be able to recognize and identify with as the characters experience love, loss, heartbreak and connections that everyone is looking for in life. Brilliantly written and a truly powerful read, be sure to grab your copy of “Georgia Stories On My Mind” by Jackie Rod today!
Rating: 10/10
Georgia Stories on My Mind is available to purchase on Amazon.com.
About the Author, Jackie Rod
“A good book transports me to another time and place. It lets me feel the sensation of heroes and heroines— dark loneliness, deep passion, a father’s pride and a mother’s grief.” Jackie Rod is a fiction writer, loving wife of a legal beagle, and mother of three children who has blessed her with seven fantastic grandchildren. After Jackie retired from teaching, her love of words and stories led her to begin writing fiction. Reading and traveling enrich her life and she jumps at the opportunity to teach a workshop or attend a writing conference. She belongs to five writing chapters/groups. Jackie’s work can be found in twelve published books on Amazon, in several Metro Atlanta libraries, and independent bookstores.
You can find Jackie at:
www.LinkedIn/com/in/jackie-rod-32bba255 www.Pinterest.com/JackieRod
www.Instagram.com/jackierod039
— Blog Tour Dates
Today @ The Muffin
What goes better in the morning than a muffin? Grab your coffee and join us as we celebrate the launch of Jackie Rod’s blog tour of her book Georgia Stories on My Mind. You can read an interview with the author and win a copy of the book.
https://muffin.wow-womenonwriting.com/
January 14th @ Lori’s Reading Corner
Visit Lori’s blog today and read author Jackie Rod’s guest post about editing. You can also enter to win a copy of her book Georgia Stories on My Mind.
http://www.lorisreadingcorner.com
January 15th @ Cathy C. Hall’s Blog
Visit Cathy C. Hall’s blog today and read her review of Jackie Rod’s book Georgia Stories on My Mind.
January 16th @ Caroline Clemmons Blog
Stop by Caroline’s blog today and you can see a spotlight of the book and an interview with author Jackie Rod. Also win a copy of the book!
http://carolineclemmons.blogspot.com/
January 18th @ A Day in the Life of Mom
Visit Ashley’s blog today and you can read Jackie Rod’s guest post about how time is limited and precious. Plus, you can enter to win a copy of the book!
https://adayinthelifeofmom.com/
January 20th @ Memoir Writer’s Journey
Make sure you stop by Kathleen’s blog today and read her review of Jackie Rod’s book Georgia Stories on My Mind. You can also win a copy of the book!
January 21st @ Amanda Diaries
Visit Amanda’s blog today and you can read her review of Jackie Rod’s book Georgia Stories on My Mind.
January 22nd @ Look to the Western Sky
Stop by Margo’s blog where you can read Jackie Rod’s guest post about being a cheerleader for others. You can also win a copy of the book Georgia Stories on My Mind. Don’t miss it!
January 22nd @ Cathy C. Hall’s Blog
Visit Cathy’s blog today and reading Jackie Rod’s guest post about being a homegrown Georgia peach.
January 23rd @ And So She Thinks
Visit Francesca’s blog today where you can read Jackie Rod’s guest post about the value of critique groups and writing groups.
https://andsoshethinks.wordpress.com/
January 24th @ Coffee with Lacey
Come by Lacey’s blog today and read her review of Jackie Rod’s book Georgia Stories on My Mind.
http://www.coffeewithlacey.com
January 25th @ Bookworm Blog
Stop by Anjanette’s blog today and you can read her review of Jackie Rod’s book Georgia Stories on My Mind. Enter to win a copy of the book as well!
http://bookworm66.wordpress.com
January 26th @ The Frugalista Mom
Visit Rozelyn’s blog today and read Jackie Rod’s guest post about precious moments.
January 27th @ 12 Books
Visit Louise’s blog and read her review of Jackie Rod’s book Georgia Stories on My Mind.
January 28th @ A Storybook World
Join Deirdra at her blog today where you can read Jackie Rod’s guest post about the importance of conferences.
http://www.astorybookworld.com/
January 30th @ Author Anthony Avina’s Blog
Visit Anthony’s blog today where he will be spotlighting Jackie Rod’s book Georgia Stories On My Mind.
http://www.authoranthonyavinablog.com
January 31st @ Author Anthony Avina’s Blog
Visit Anthony’s blog again where you can read his review of the book Georgia Stories On My Mind and you can win a copy of the book!
http://www.authoranthonyavinablog.com
February 1st @ Ali’s Bookshelf Reviews
Come by Ali’s blog today and you can read her review of Jackie Rod’s book Georgia Stories on My Mind. Plus you can win a copy of the book!
http://alisbookshelfreviews.blogspot.com/
February 3rd @ Author Anthony Avina’s Blog
Visit Anthony’s blog where you can read an interview with author Jackie Rod and read her guest post about family and friends.
http://www.authoranthonyavinablog.com
February 4th @ Ali’s Bookshelf Reviews
Visit Ali’s blog today and read author Jackie Rod’s guest post about how reading changes your life.
http://alisbookshelfreviews.blogspot.com/
February 6th @ Memoir Writer’s Journey
Stop by Kathleen’s blog today and read Jackie Rod’s guest post about the joys of life. Don’t miss this one!
February 7th @ The Frugalista Mom
Stop by Rozelyn’s blog today and you can read her review of Jackie Rod’s book Georgia Stories on My Mind. You can also enter to win a copy of the book!
February 8th @ Bookworm Blog
Stop by Anjanette’s blog again and you can read an interview with author Jackie Rod and read the author’s guest post featuring writing tips. Don’t miss!
http://bookworm66.wordpress.com
February 9th @ Leonard Tillman’s Blog
Visit Leonard’s blog and read his review of Jackie Rod’s book Georgia Stories on My Mind.
February 10th @ Madeline Sharples Blog
Visit Madeline’s blog and read Jackie Rod’s guest post about marketing on social media.
February 11th @ 12 Books
Visit Louise’s blog again and you can read Jackie Rod’s touching guest post about wisdom. Don’t miss it!
February 12th @ It’s Alanna Jean
Visit Alanna’s blog where you can read a guest post by the author about faith, hope, and love.
https://itsalannajean.wordpress.com/
February 16th @ Joyful Antidotes
Visit Joy’s blog today and you can read her review of Jackie Rod’s book Georgia Stories on My Mind.
