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Overcoming Adversity Book Launch!

Cover designed by D.R. Cartwright (DRC) from a concept by Ella Wilson - two awesomely creative ladies!


Blurb:
A collection of seventy moving and uplifting original pieces - real life, flash fiction, and poetry - about battling against the odds and the ultimate triumph of the human spirit. The contributors include Amazon bestselling authors Alex J. Cavanaugh and Kyra Lennon, and the cream of upcoming talent.

The anthology is part of a fundraising effort to send the editor's stepson, Andrew McNaughton, to a specialist college in England. Andrew has cerebral palsy, and is a remarkable young man with a promising future. However, the free further education options offered in his own country of Scotland will not challenge him and allow him to progress. In order to access the education he deserves, Andrew will have to pay exorbitant fees, thus creating a situation of discrimination.

Help us get Andrew to college by buying a book that runs the full gamut of human emotions, ultimately leaving you inspired and glad to be alive. Whatever struggles you are going through, our sincere hope is that this book will help.

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Editor Bio: Nick Wilford is a writer and stay-at-home dad. Once a journalist, he now makes use of those rare times when the house is quiet to explore the realms of fiction. When not writing he can usually be found spending time with his family or cleaning something. He has four short stories published in Writer’s Muse magazine. Nick is also co-running a campaign to get a dedicated specialist college built in Scotland. Visit him at http://nickwilford.blogspot.co.uk/.
 
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That's right peeps, this anthology was put together by a bunch of talented and generous writers and bloggers to support  Nick Wilford's stepson, Andrew to get the fabulous education he deserves! Well done to everyone who was involved in the making of this anthology - most especially to Nick for all his hard work at keeping all us bloggers in line! ;) Also extra thanks to Nick for including my name in the blurb beside Sir Alex J. Cavanaugh - I am totally not worthy! 
 
This book really is for a great cause. Andrew is unlikely to be the only person in Scotland who  is unable to get the support they need to to further their education - and supporting his cause will only serve to highlight the problems, and hopefully make some big steps to changing them.  So grab a copy, and do your good deed for the day to raise some money for a worthwhile cause!
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  1. Sheena-kay Graham4 March 2013 at 08:11

    Glad you took part in helping get this Anthology noticed Kyra. Best of luck to Andrew.

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  2. Elise Fallson4 March 2013 at 09:01

    Can't wait to get my hands on a copy! :D

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  3. Nick Wilford4 March 2013 at 11:36

    Thanks Kyra! Although all contributors are equal, you're definitely a big name draw. :) And thanks for highlighting the wider issue in Scotland as well.

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  4. Suzi4 March 2013 at 12:46

    Cool. I recognize a lot of those names. Will have to get a copy.

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  5. Elsie Amata4 March 2013 at 12:53

    I agree, this book really is for a great cause. I'm so glad to be a part of the launch with you.

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  6. Unknown4 March 2013 at 14:31

    This book is for a very good cause, and I'm happy to be part of it. Need to get my hands on a copy!

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  7. Alex J. Cavanaugh4 March 2013 at 15:05

    Congratulations, Nick!

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  8. Ella4 March 2013 at 15:52

    YOU are worthy :D

    Congrats to Nick n' Andrew!

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  9. Misha Gerrick4 March 2013 at 15:54

    I really hope the anthology does well. :-D

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  10. Kelley Lynn4 March 2013 at 16:09

    And look at you amazon best seller! :) Getting your name in the blurb. So honored to be among you!

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  11. Anonymous4 March 2013 at 18:01

    I hope the anthology does amazingly. I contributed with my post this morning.

    Following your blog. Nice to meet you! :)

    Best,

    Alexandra~

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  12. Christine Rains4 March 2013 at 21:10

    Hooray for Nick! I wish him all the best. And yeah, you're totally worthy. :)

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  13. Elizabeth Seckman4 March 2013 at 21:30

    I'm going to have to do a shout out. Wish Nick the best of luck!

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  14. Leigh Covington4 March 2013 at 23:44

    Very excited about the anthology! Going to be great!

    Bummed that I missed out on the bloghop you co-hosted. :( Sorry about that! Didn't see it until it was over. That's the trouble with not being online enough. Was fun to read the entries though!

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  15. DL Hammons5 March 2013 at 00:40

    It's so neat to see this all over the blogosphere today!! :)

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  16. Carrie Butler5 March 2013 at 01:52

    Congratulations to Nick and Andrew! :)

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  17. Misha Gerrick5 March 2013 at 16:42

    Hi Kyra,

    Congrats! You placed second in the Published Blogger with Awesome Writing Style Paying Forward Awards category.

    Please stop by my blog to see how you can claim your prize.

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  18. Michelle Wallace5 March 2013 at 19:51

    I can't wait to get my paperback copy!
    Best wishes to Nick and Andrew.

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  19. Anonymous16 April 2013 at 04:46

    I know what you mean. Although I don't draw the settings (I know I should, but then I have a million other stuff I should do for my fantasy as well. Sigh.), I've researched prevalent architecture for the buildings I used and collected photos so that I know where I am and what I'm talking about.
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