HOUSTON, Feb. 20, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Short stories have the power of concisely summing up important messages that are conveyed to others: Family and Friends matter. As a literary medium, it is very much at home in today's fast-paced world used to the catchy sound bites. Spend some time under the shade of Robin K. Johnson's The Heritage Tree and be engaged by these wonderful and heart-filled stories.
The Heritage Tree is an accumulation of stories, events and conversations that created strong and compelling short stories and poems that will make the reader reflect on their own life's experiences. As in the stories - Mean, Now, Simple Errands, and Granite Etchings - the changes in life are shown to come in varying paces that enable growth in character and self-esteem, along with showing each character's ability and personal strength through the adversity they face. This book is a bona fide "GOOD" read.
There are tears and laughter through the pages of The Heritage Tree that will leave lasting impressions on the reader which will be passed on through conversations by the "Water Cooler."
So get a copy of this appealing book now! Available through www.xlibris.com/bookstore.
About the Author
Born in west Texas, Robin K. Johnson grew up as a military brat. He has obtained degrees in English, Psychology, and Business. He attributes his best learning experiences to the back porch talks with his grandfather during his childhood and the years of growing at George Washington Carver Elementary School. The strongest points of life come from simple conversations that take place between family members.
Robin's favorite authors are Faulkner, Dunbar, Eric Jerome Dickey, and Walter Mosley. These writers have greatly influenced the design, growth and thoughts of his writings and characters.
The Heritage Tree * by Robin K. Johnson
Planted by Mom, Dad, and the Girls
Publication Date: 01/24/2009
Trade Paperback; $19.99; 236 pages; 978-1-4363-3556-0
Cloth Hardback; $29.99; 236 pages; 978-1-4363-3557-7
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