SLO NightWriters

Many NightWriter members have published books in a variety of genres in both fiction and non-fiction. Below you will find a listing of these publications (sorted alphabetically by author’s last name), a short description of each volume, and links for further information and ordering. Enjoy!

CARPENTER, Leonard: Conan the: Renegade, Raider, Warlord, Hero, Gladiator, Savage, Outcast, Conan the Great; Conan of the Red Brotherhood, Scourge of the Bloody Coast, Lord of the Back River.

COLE, EVELYN: Gambling For Good Mail, a novel 

Take a romp through contemporary Southern California culture. You’ll encounter self-help groups, weird addictions, drive-in religion, romance novel contest, time-share sales, serial marriages, chiropractic manipulations and stuffed pets, all overshadowed by an unusual and tragic love story.

COLE, EVELYN: A Tough Journey, a mystery

In Huntington Beach, CA, someone is killing the neighborhood dogs. Bernie, a local surfer and photojournalist in conflict with his father over politics, tried to find the killer. On the way to discovering the identity of the murderer, Bernie travels from the depths of despair to the mysteries of his own heart. Available at iUniverse.com, or contact Evy Cole.

COLE, EVELYN: For The Sake Of All Others, a mystery

When star high school basketball player Jason Foster III hangs himself in the school gym, principal Harold Martin works to discover the reason, for the sake of all the other students in the school. Along the way, and at great personal risk, he uncovers the deeply secret flaws of this wealthy seaside community. But he can’t stop.

EISELEN, Sherry: The Human Side of Child Care Administration (non-fiction text book), Ahead of Time (novel) available on Amazon.com.

GADDIS, Susan: Help, I’m Stuck With These People For the Rest of Eternity, published by Arrow Publishing. Intercessors, God’s End-time Vanguard, published by Pathway Press.

GOODNOW, RUTH: See Updike O’Connor, Kate

HINKLE, DEBRA DAVIS:  Tales From the Corner, An Anthology

An eclectic selection of fiction, humor, children’s literature, fantasy, non-fiction, personal reflections and poetry from two writing groups on the central coast of California.  Available at Amazon.com

LEONARD, JAMES: Tales From the Corner, An Anthology

An eclectic selection of fiction, humor, children’s literature, fantasy, non-fiction, personal reflections and poetry from two writing groups on the central coast of California.  Available at Amazon.com

LEONARD, JAMES: A Little Bible Guide For Carly

This book provides the author, setting, time-line, context and intended messages for each book of the bible.  It is particularly helpful for young Christian adults that have received limited religious guidance from parents, school, or church.  Available at Amazon.com

McGINTY, SUE: Murder in Los Lobos, a Central Coast mystery

McKIBBIN, CARROLL: Lillian’s Legacy, Marriage and Murder in Rural Iowa, a true crime storyA fascinating true story of love, marriage and murder in rural Iowa. Contact CRM Book Distributors, PO Box 1526, San Luis Obispo, CA 93406  (888) 280-7715, or contact the author at cmckibbi@calpoly.edu

NICHOLSON, LOREN: Rails Across the Ranchos, Non-fiction, railroad history

Centennial Edition of the Southern Pacific Coastal Line Railroad Centennial Years. for information, contact the author: lnichols@charter.net

NICHOLSON, LOREN: Glimpses of Childhood in the Old West, 1840-1940, Non-fiction, Western history

A fascinating look at growing up in the Old West from 1840-1940. For more information, contact the author: lnichold@charter.net

OLSON, CATHE: The Vegetarian Mothers Cookbook, a cookbook

This book contains over 300 delicious whole-food recipes to nourish mothers and their families throughout pregnancy and lactation. The dishes are packed with vitamins, minerals, protein, fibers and essential fatty acids to help both mother and baby thrive. Almost all recipes include vegan options, and many wheat-free, soy-free, dairy-free and egg-free dishes are included. A great eating guide for vegetarian mothers and mothers who want to include more whole foods in their diet. For more information: www.simplynaturalbooks.com

OLSON, CATHE: Simply Natural Baby Food, a cookbook

Easy recipes that infants and toddlers will love. The cookbook shows how to prepare breakfasts, lunches and dinners cooked with a plant-based diet in mind. Many wheat-free, dairy-free and egg-free recipes are included. Recipes that include dairy, fish and poultry are included, with vegetarian and vegan alternatives. For more information: www.simplynaturalbooks.com

OLSON, CATHE: Lick It! Creamy Creamy Ice Creams Your Mouth Will Love, a cookbook

Contains over 200 recipes for luscious ice creams and frozen treats, all completely dairy-free and vegan. From traditional to gourmet flavors, dairy-free no longer means deprivation. These ice creams and desserts will have you licking your bowl clean every time. For more information: www.simplynaturalbooks.com

PLAYER, CORRIE LYNNE: Dreams Do Come True: The Utah Farm Boy Who Changed The World, biography

This is the charming, inspirational, and true story of Philo T. Farnsworth, the inventor of television. Children are born with insatiable curiosity and a love of learning. Given the right encouragement, many children can accomplish astonishing things. This delightful biography describes how one child born into poverty, with little education, dreamed a grand dream and made it a reality.

PLAYER, CORRIE LYNNE: Loving Firmness: Successfully Raising Teenagers Without Losing Your Mind, non-fiction, parenting

Your sanity-saver guide to dealing with the tumultuous years between grade and high school. Written with wit, wisdom, and a profound understanding of the adolescent brain, this how-to manual will help ensure your children grow up to be responsible and successful adults.

PLAYER, CORRIE LYNNE: The Everything Parent’s Guide To Raising Your Adopted Child, non-fiction, parenting

The most important book for your library, whether you’re adopting a newborn, toddler, step or foster child.  No matter where you are on your adoption journey, you need this guide to help you sort out fact from fiction and emotion from reality. If you already have an adopted child, you need the book beside your bed or on your coffee table–somewhere you can refer to it quickly. It will be an essential tool for finding answers to your most difficult questions; the appendices of published and professional resources will provide in-depth discussion of your particular concerns.

RAMEY, DESTRY: What About Me? a children’s book

This colorfully illustrated children’s book tells the tale of two pugs faced with sibling separation. A potential dog owner makes a decision to adopt two female puppies. When he chooses a puppy named Ramona, the adopted pup’s brother, Hunter, must endear himself to the would-be owner, so that the owner chooses a male pup instead of another female. This wonderful story shares invaluable lessons on the importance of persistence, unconditional love and adoption. Available at www.thepugs.com, www.Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, Borders and local bookstores.

RAMEY, DESTRY: Why Am I Dark? a children’s novel

This is the second book in Ramey’s series that inspires children to accept that “Everything that makes you different, makes you special!” Children meet Hunter, a dark-furred pug who faces rejection because of the color of his fur. It is his courage and sister’s wisdom that help him discover the importance and value of being different. Engaging full-color illustrations and a little bee named “Sylvester” will delight elementary readers and pug lovers of all ages. Available at www.thepugs.com, www.Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, Borders and local bookstores.

SCHROEDER, ANNE: Branches on the Conejo: Leaving the Soil After Five Generations, Southern Calfornia history

This well-told and fascinating history of the cultural development of Southern California parallels Anne’s family’s history. It won the 2001 William Saroyan Award for Non-fiction. It tells the tale of five generations who worked the land for sustenance and love. For more information: www.readanneschroeder.com Anne’s book is also available through local bookstores and on www.amazon.com.

SCHROEDER, ANNE: Ordinary Aphrodite, a Baby-boomer Memoir

This wonderful memoir details the coming of age of a woman from college through marriage, motherhood, friendship and family relations. Each essay, though tied to events in Anne’s life, touches the Universal Woman in all of us. We laugh with her, cry with her, and learn about ourselves as we retrace her journey into wisdom. Anne’s book is available on her website, www.readanneschroeder.com, through local bookstores and on www.amazon.com.

TUTTLE, SUSAN: Tangled Webs, a novel of suspense

Bizarre circumstances bring professional quilter Lia Willett back to her small hometown after seventeen years. As events spiral out of control, she must fight to uncover long-buried memories in order to save her own life, and to answer the most important question of all: Is Lia, like her serial killer father, a murderer? Available on  www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss?url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=susan+tuttle&x=18&y=18, by order through local bookstores, or on Susan’s website: www.susant-creations.com Write to Susan at: susantwriter@yahoo.com

UNKOVICH, ANNA:  Chicken Soup for the Soul in the Classroom,  non-fiction, education.

These three grade-level books are designed for anyone who works with youngsters, and wants more of a heart-to-heart connection with them.   Students selected their 100 favorite inspirational stories from the many Chicken Soup for the Soul books—stories that “light a fire for literacy,” or motivate classmates to make a positive difference in the world.  Unkovich incorporated plans and activities, providing ready-made lessons for public schools, private schools, home schools, substitute teachers, or any youth groups.  Available at amazon.com, or through any local or major bookseller.  For an autographed, discounted copy, contact Anna directly at annaunkovich@gmail.com Please put CS book on the subject line.

UPDIKE O’CONNOR, KATE: My Name Is Rosie,  a dog book for all ages

Rosie shares a peek at her early memories and daily life in these short, whimsical snippets illustrated by local artist Chloe White and printed by Poor Richard’s Press of SLO. Updike O’Connor is the pen name for writer Ruth Goodnow of San Luis Obispo. My Name is Rosie is available at Novel Experience in SLO, Coalesce in MB, and Volumes of Pleasure in LO, as well as through the author. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of this book will go to Woods Humane Society. Go to Kate and Rosie’s website for ordering information: www.mynameisrosie.com.

VAN DER LAAKEN, ELSA M: A Point of Reference, a memoir,  history, Holland 1945-1945

This memoir explores a young Dutch girl’s memories of the Nazi occupation of Holland from 1940 to 1945. Her father agreed to work as a driver for a German lawyer, while both parents secretly helped the resistance. Told from a child’s point of view, devoide or prejudice, this touching, poignant memoir will enthrall you and give you a deeper understanding of the atrocities committed on the Dutch people during that infamous time in history. Available in both hardcover and paperback from www.Xlibris.com, or through the author at www.vanderlaaken.com

VAN DER LAAKEN, ELSA M: 1960: Destination Israel, a memoir, history, Israel 1960s

In 1960, Israel was receiving a fascinating infulx of immigrants from all over the world. At the invitation of a Jewish scientist who had studied in Holland, Elsa, a “goy,” was invited to come to Israel. She found employment in Beer-Sheba and Jerusalem and spent two-and-a-half years in the country. This memoir, written from her handwritten journals embleeished with photographs and historical events, details a young woman’s impressions of the State of Israel in its formative years. For more information: www.vanderlaaken.com

VOLKOV, KALILA: Fishing For Equilibrium, non-fiction

Diaries can be powerful tools for personal growth, and Kalila proves that soulful writing can give one access to the unconscious and the divine. She shared her private journal entries and middle-age insights to inspire others to keep notebooks for: fascinating historical records, inexpensive psychotherapy, the preservation of family secrets, and great reading material when you’re older and wiser. Find Kalila’s book on her website: http://www.kalilavolkov.com, or look for it on: http://www.amazon.com/Fishing-Equilibrium-Power-Kalila-Volkov/dp/0615263178/ref=ntt_at_ep_dpi_1

WOLCOTT, BARBARA: David, Goliath and the Beach Cleaning Machine, Non-fiction, local history

How a small California town fought a huge oil giant and won.

WOLCOTT, BARBARA: Small Town, Perfect Storm, Non-fiction, local history

The saga of the Los Osos Sewer Project