When I began writing Defiance on Indian Creek, in 2008, all I found on Michael Shirley’s land came from a Google Book copy of Oren Morton’s book, A History of Monroe County West Virginia. Listed on page 82 under Surveys under Botetourt County in 1774, in the following format: Shirley, Michael–527–Indian—L—Mar 24. However, I didn’t …
The audiobook is still available an Audible with the old cover. It takes time to switch things. As the author of Defiance on Indian Creek, I'm thrilled that Angelina Kelly chose my book to launch her career as an Audiobook narrator. Her years of experience as a voice actor brings clear pronunciations and confident portrayals …
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This audiobook is available on Audible with the old cover. It takes time to switch things. As the author of Fleeing the Shadows, I’m once again honored by Angelina Kelly's excellent portrayal of Mary and her family as they escape British Loyalist along the old hunters’ path toward Daniel Boones' settlement in Kentucky territory. Angelina …
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I received an awesome four star review from Literary Titan. If you haven't heard of them check out my review below. I'm pleased with their professionalism. Defiance on Indian Creek is a quiet, but enthralling read by Phyllis A. Still. We follow a smart, courageous thirteen-year-old girl, Mary on the frontier in West Virginia on …
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Drummer, is the Shirley family’s lovable dog and a beloved secondary character from Defiance on Indian Creek. I thought his fans might enjoy learning more about him. I had to coax him out from under the porch with the fatty pieces of my steak. He licked his lips and sat in front of me. Thank …
I’m pleased book one in the Dangerous Loyalties series, Defiance on Indian Creek, is being used by educators for use in Literary Arts and Social Studies curriculums. As I researched Daughters of the American Revolution Patriots, Mary Shirley McGuire and her papa Michael Shirley, a whole new side of the American Revolution unfolded and begged …
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Defiance on Indian Creek, continues to lure readers into the intriguing story of thirteen-year-old, Mary Shirley, who lived in western Virginia at the dawn of the American Revolution. I received this sweet email from a new fan. "I wanted to let you know that I started reading your book as soon as we got home. …
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