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 |  The first of a fictional western trilogy |
   *The published novel is rated "R", containing graphic violence, erotica, and so on.* "A DOORWAY TO HEARTS" begins with the encounter of young Trent Walker and Lakota child Blazing Star at the Missouri Riverbank. They form a swift bond that grows throghout the years, but is threatened to be destroyed by extreme prejudice, betrayal, the Battles of Rosebud and Bighorn, and more. Following their hearts and capturing their mutual dream of unity between their races doesn't come easily and without extravagant prices to be paid, leaving both to wonder if their bond is powerful enough to survive such hardships. An Indian! A real, honest to goodness Indian...the first thoughts young Trent Walker had when first encountering the arrogant Lakota child Blazing Star on the Missouri riverbank. After a brief exchange of words, the two rapidly discover they have much in common and become secretive friends due to the differences between their people. As they mature into adults, Trent and Blazing Star find that their dream of mutual peace is threatened by extreme prejudice, betrayal, and numerous other obstacles. Following their hearts becomes more difficult, and their dream more elusive. Can even a camaraderie as powerful as theirs survice such ordeals, or will it be severed? http://www.sherrigibson.com http://publishedauthors.net http://authorsden.com 
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| I'm so down today. I miss Mom so badly I ache inside. I wonder if she heard me sing "The Heart Goes On" and "One More Time" as she was clinging to her last breath, wonder if she knows just how empty I feel without her here with me. Selfish? You bet I am! I know she's in a better place and free from pain, yet in my selfishness, I still want her beside me. In my heart, I know she'd be thrilled in knowing I have my Earth Angels and sisters to lean on. That helps a great deal, but still I'm selfish. I want and need my precious mother!!! I don't want time to heal the aching I feel as odd as that might sound. I won't allow it to. I cling to the beautiful memories I have of my mother, still talk to her like she's sitting at my side, and still cry every day due to that pain. You'd have to have known my mom to know why I refuse to let go. She wasn't just my parent, but my best friend too. She hurt when I hurt, and was happy when I was. We shared that special something that words can't define. She had a heart of gold, and was an Angel long before she joined God. I hurt, and I want to keep hurting. Saying "I love you, need you, and want you with me" just doesn't seem like enough. |
"CHASING DREAMS", the second of my fictional western/romance/adventure novel is released and available for purchase.  I couldn't be happier! |
| "CHASING DREAMS", the second of my fictional western/mystery is to be released and available for purchase on January 8, 2006. Blazing Star made a dire mistake when crossing the demented Martin Winslow, and will pay an extravagant price for that error. What happens I cannot reveal, for it will give away the mystery. The one thing I can tell you is that following his heart will be the most difficult thing the Ogalala warrior has ever done in his lifetime, and that this is no common western. NOTE: R RATED NOVEL |
The second of my fictional western/mystery trilogy, "CHASING DREAMS", will be available for online purchase January 8th, 2007. A firm believer in always chasing your dreams wherever it may lead, it seems like mine are captured. I couldn't be happier. Always follow your heart, and keep reaching for the stars, my friends! |
Let me tell you a little something about myself. Born and raised in Indiana, I've written for as long as I can recall. I'm a pacifist and naturalist, and enjoy traveling, reading, music, and above all else, writing. I'm a firm believer in following your heart, my three mottos being to follow your heart always, reach for the stars, and to capture your dreams wherever they may lead. I am a woman of honesty, and respect it in return. My heart is open to anyone wanting entrance, and I love making new friends and welcome them. I have five novels published and/or in the publication process, several books of published poetry, and have several published songs, although songwriting is the least of my favorites. I'm also a believer that everyone should take time to stop and revere all the beauty God has bestowed upon our world, for time is short and slips away from us swiftly should we not take the time to enjoy it. Sherri L. Gibson ** Image ID #1092660 Unavailable **  ** Image ID #1120743 Unavailable ** ** Image ID #1063685 Unavailable ** http://www.sherrigibson.com www.publishedauthors.net www.myspace.com www.Writing.com "A DOORWAY TO HEARTS" by Sherri L. Gibson |
| Per request, I've added some of my published poetry to my port to be reviewed. |
I’ve nothing left to live for since you left me behind Nothing left to strive for, you were my peace of mind Going on doesn’t come as easily as most deem it to be Did they realize you were more than just a best friend to me? I’ve nothing left to live for, no one who seemingly shares the pain Only our cherished memories keep me trudging along again You were my immortal, only the Good Lord and you You were my inspiration, what we shared was true I’ve nothing left to live for, the fight in me is gone Only faith that things will become easier keep me alive and strong I don’t have a death wish, it’s just that I feel numb inside For a major portion of my heart collapsed when you died I’ve nothing left to live for, no strength to fight the tears When recalling all of the good times we shared throughout the years I know our hearts will forever go on, yet still as hard as I try The tears never diminish, all I seem to do these days is cry I’ve nothing left to live for, although I know you’re in a better place The pain I feel within will be felt until my dying day A broken heart, a troubled mind, and a bleeding soul Are what was left behind when you had to go I’ve nothing left to live for except knowing you’d want that for me And the realization that we’ll meet again, that it’s our destiny No, I don’t have a death wish, only feel a loneliness and pain That is only alleviated knowing one day we’ll meet again |
| The attractive Lakota's dark eyes narrowed menacingly as he stared at the unconscious bluecoat whom had been deserted by his troop. Revenge on his mind, it was decided he would embellish on what had been observed by he and Gray Cloud. Sha, Blazing Star would lose more than anticipated, he thought, putting his diabolical scheme into full motion. Her loathing for all Indians due to what the Apaches had done to her family years ago prevented Kristy from hearing Trent's words that all men should be merited for worthiness, not the color of their skin. Never would she accept her husband's ideals as being realistic. Sorry my fellow authors. The rest remains a mystery! www.sherrigibson.com www.publishedauthors.net/sherrigibson www.myspace.com www.authorsden.com "A DOORWAY TO HEARTS" by Sherri L. Gibson |
| Trent's deep blue eyes focused upon the gorgeous jade-eyed woman he had just rescued from the Grizzly, and he knew without a doubt he would wed her one day soon. Beautiful wasn't the word for Kristy Whittaker, he thought as he carried her away from the bear's dead carcass. Unaware they had been spotted, Trent and Blazing Star's secret would soon be exposed and make following their hearts even more difficult. "Follow your heart, it will lead to salvation"...or will it lead to Blazing Star and Trent's ultimate defeat? |
| Not Trent! Blazing Star has a difficult time believing his childhood comrade could be capable of the heinous crime Walking Wind and Gray Cloud claimed to have observed, but vows his friend will pay for it threefold! An extravagant price will be paid, the handsome Lakota swears...a steep one indeed! Following his heart is ignored, but the powerful signals sent despite the felony Trent has been accused of committing. |
| Not only has a book signing for my novel "A DOORWAY TO HEARTS", the first of a fictional western trilogy written by me, Sherri L. Gibson, been scheduled in Indiana at Barnes and Noble from 2-4 p.m., but Living Magazine is printing an article about it in their July/August edition! www.publishedauthors.net www.authorsden.com. www.sherrigibson.com |
An Indian! A real honest to goodness Indian...was the first thought that crossed young Trent Walker's mind when he first encountered the young and arrogant Lakota Blazing Star by the Missouri riverbank in the 1800's. Their encounter swiftly progresses to what becomes a powerful camamraderie, but only once the two boys agree to keep that friendship a well guarded secret due to the prejudices their people feel for one another. But that isn't the only problem the two encounter as they strive for mutual peace. Trent and Blazing Star's bond is threatened when Walker becomes a U.S. cavalryman in an effort to glean information that might enable he and Blazing Star to capture their dream of peace, and is betrayed by his people while on an attack of the Ogalala on the Powder River that proves to be disastrous to he and his Lakota comrade's camaraderie. "Follow your heart, it will lead to salvation"...words that Trent and Blazing Star find difficult to believe as they are faced with one hardship after another in the endeavor to capture their dreams. Will their friendship survive such trials and tribulations? |
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