Memoir – OptionAvenue https://optionavenue.com From the Bookshelf to the Big Screen Thu, 01 Aug 2024 14:53:31 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2 https://4gx960.p3cdn1.secureserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Screenshot-2024-09-21-at-1.15.57 PM-100x100.png Memoir – OptionAvenue https://optionavenue.com 32 32 Black America – The Only Race of People Born Already Knowing It All https://optionavenue.com/black-america-the-only-race-of-people-born-already-knowing-it-all/ Tue, 30 Jul 2024 18:43:45 +0000 https://optionavenue.com/black-america-the-only-race-of-people-born-already-knowing-it-all/ Memoir

By: Steven Lofton

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Trouble Aint’tNothin’ But a Word https://optionavenue.com/trouble-ainttnothin-but-a-word-2/ Tue, 30 Jul 2024 18:43:45 +0000 https://optionavenue.com/trouble-ainttnothin-but-a-word-2/ Memoir

By: Paul Scott

“Trouble Ain’t Nothin’ But a Word” is a gripping memoir that begins with the author’s near-fatal heart attack and the doctors’ grim prognosis. Defying all odds, the author recounts a life marked by relentless challenges, from battling alcoholism and drug abuse to navigating a world of crime and physical abuse. Standing at just 5’4″, the author was often underestimated, but their indomitable spirit and belief in seizing even the smallest chance propelled them forward. This powerful narrative is a testament to resilience, survival, and the unyielding will to overcome life’s harshest obstacles.

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The 12 Best Secrets of Christmas: A Treasure House of December Memories Revealed https://optionavenue.com/the-12-best-secrets-of-christmas-a-treasure-house-of-december-memories-revealed/ Tue, 30 Jul 2024 18:41:55 +0000 https://optionavenue.com/the-12-best-secrets-of-christmas-a-treasure-house-of-december-memories-revealed/ Memoir

By: Herbie J Pilato

Award-winning author Herbie J Pilato invites readers to journey back to the magical Christmases of the 1960s and 1970s, sharing his cherished childhood memories that each reveal a unique and heartwarming secret of the holiday season. Through vivid storytelling and nostalgic reflections, Pilato captures the essence of what makes Christmas truly special. This delightful book promises to warm your heart and rekindle the joy and wonder of the holidays.

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Time To Crime: Doing Time, Listening To Crime https://optionavenue.com/time-to-crime-doing-time-listening-to-crime-2/ Tue, 30 Jul 2024 18:40:28 +0000 https://optionavenue.com/time-to-crime-doing-time-listening-to-crime-2/ Memoir

By: Michael Lee

“Time To Crime: Doing Time, Listening To Crime” is a gripping semi-autobiography by Michael Lee, recounting a life-altering night on November 3, 2008, that led to his unjust arrest and subsequent incarceration in Cook County Jail. As he navigates the harsh realities of the judicial system, Michael documents his daily experiences and the harrowing stories of fellow inmates, offering a raw and unfiltered glimpse into life behind bars. This poignant narrative not only chronicles his personal journey but also sheds light on the lives of those often forgotten by society, providing a powerful testament to resilience and the human spirit.

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The Road Unpaved: Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike https://optionavenue.com/the-road-unpaved-border-to-border-with-a-brain-tumor-and-a-bike-3/ Tue, 30 Jul 2024 18:40:28 +0000 https://optionavenue.com/the-road-unpaved-border-to-border-with-a-brain-tumor-and-a-bike-3/ Memoir

By: Risa August

After a shocking diagnosis of a rare pituitary disease and the collapse of her eighteen-year marriage, Risa’s life is far from picture-perfect. Determined to reclaim her former self after brain surgery, she embarks on a six-week bike tour from Canada to Mexico along the Pacific Coast Highway. The journey, once a dream for the old Risa, becomes a formidable challenge as she battles physical limitations and the presence of her brain tumor, Bubba. Through rain, pain, and haunting memories, Risa discovers that the woman emerging from this ordeal might be the person she was meant to be all along. The Road Unpaved is a powerful tale of resilience and transformation, inspiring readers to navigate life’s roadblocks and live without limits.

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DEATH IN SLOW MOTION https://optionavenue.com/death-in-slow-motion/ Tue, 30 Jul 2024 18:39:20 +0000 https://optionavenue.com/death-in-slow-motion/ Memoir

By: Eleanor Cooney

In DEATH IN SLOW MOTION, Eleanor Cooney recounts the harrowing journey of caring for her once-glamorous novelist mother as Alzheimer’s disease slowly erodes her mind. Through tense and searing prose, Cooney captures the powerful bond they shared, her own struggles with despair, and the poignant memories of a vibrant past. As her mother drifts into sad fantasies of bygone days, Cooney unveils their true history, painting a mesmerizing portrait of a childhood filled with daring adventures and a time that has slipped away for both of them.

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A Change of Heart -From the Board Room to the Operating Room https://optionavenue.com/a-change-of-heart-from-the-board-room-to-the-operating-room-2/ Tue, 30 Jul 2024 18:37:52 +0000 https://optionavenue.com/a-change-of-heart-from-the-board-room-to-the-operating-room-2/ Memoir

By: Suzanne and Steven Haley

In “A Change of Heart – From the Board Room to the Operating Room,” Sue’s high-powered corporate life is abruptly disrupted when she discovers her asthma diagnosis was actually congestive heart failure, necessitating a heart transplant. Determined to maintain her relentless pace, Sue reflects on her tumultuous childhood, including surviving a shooting by her grandfather and a kidnapping attempt. Her husband, Steven, provides his own insights into her resilience and the trials they faced together. As Sue awakens from a medically induced coma, she confronts a new reality and the mysterious condition of her feet, symbolizing the profound changes in her life.

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Shelter of the Monument: A Provincetown Love Story https://optionavenue.com/shelter-of-the-monument-a-provincetown-love-story-2/ Tue, 30 Jul 2024 18:36:26 +0000 https://optionavenue.com/shelter-of-the-monument-a-provincetown-love-story-2/ Memoir

By: Yvonne deSousa

In “Shelter of the Monument: A Provincetown Love Story,” Richard, a charismatic yet troubled man with a penchant for cocaine, and Yvonne, an awkward and fearful young woman, form an unlikely bond that defies logic and societal expectations. Set against the backdrop of the picturesque yet transient town of Provincetown, MA, their relationship becomes a lifeline for Yvonne, offering her a chance at self-discovery and growth. Despite the myriad challenges they face, their connection endures, transforming both their lives in profound and unexpected ways. This memoir captures the essence of a love that was never meant to be, yet proves unbreakable.

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Miracle Child: There’s No Such Thing As A Lost Cause Only A Work In Progress https://optionavenue.com/miracle-child-theres-no-such-thing-as-a-lost-cause-only-a-work-in-progress/ Tue, 30 Jul 2024 18:35:08 +0000 https://optionavenue.com/miracle-child-theres-no-such-thing-as-a-lost-cause-only-a-work-in-progress/ Memoir

By: Arial Harper

“Miracle Child: There’s No Such Thing As A Lost Cause Only A Work In Progress” is a poignant memoir that chronicles the author’s emotional journey of healing and self-discovery amidst fractured family dynamics. The revelation of her true parentage, disclosed by her mother on her deathbed, propels the author into a profound exploration of her past traumas and relationships. Through intimate moments of pain, anger, and forgiveness, she learns that healing is a continuous choice, not a final destination. This memoir is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of love, offering hope and inspiration to anyone navigating their own path to self-acceptance and redemption.

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CARD GAME https://optionavenue.com/card-game/ Tue, 30 Jul 2024 18:27:19 +0000 https://optionavenue.com/card-game/ Memoir

By: DAVID BULITT

When successful divorce lawyer JB’s best friend dies, his seemingly perfect life is thrown into chaos, forcing him to confront years of choices and a long-held secret. “Card Game” chronicles JB and his poker-playing friends from their first game in a 1970s suburban Maryland basement to a poignant funeral gathering, reflecting on their shared experiences and unspoken truths. This evocative tale captures the essence of an era filled with prank calls, fake IDs, and unsupervised nights, while exploring the complexities of growing up, enduring friendships, and the bittersweet nature of honesty.

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