A Killer’s Grace
by Ronald
Chapman and
My Name is Wonder
by Ronald
Chapman
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GENRE: Suspense
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BLURBS:
A KILLER’S GRACE
Blurb:
From the high desert of New Mexico comes a tale of mystery, murder
and redemption. When journalist Kevin Pitcairn receives a disturbing letter
from a serial killer, he is drawn into a compelling journey with profound
psychological and spiritual implications, not just for the murderer, but for
himself and society as a whole. As he tries to investigate and then tell the
story, he finds himself battling his own inner demons and sordid history.
Events conspire to propel an isolated matter to a national stage and audiences
that are increasingly hostile. Forced to explore the roots of human psychology
and sanity, Pitcairn must navigate moral and philosophical realms. What is the
nature of evil? What powers of choice do humans actually possess? How may we be
redeemed? And in the end, how do we reconcile with ourselves?
MY NAME IS
WONDER Blurb:
My Name is Wonder chronicles the transcendent adventures of a
little goat with big dreams. Join Wonder and his wisecracking guide, the
mysterious crow Mac Craack, on a journey through the scenic landscapes of the
American Southwest and into the heart of a mindful presence. Along the way,
you’ll meet an unforgettable cast of creatures, each with an important lesson
to teach.
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EXCERPT
A Killer’s Grace
As a freelance journalist and columnist for the
local afternoon newspaper, the Albuquerque Chronicle, Pitcairn often received
unsolicited mail. In this case, he immediately recognized the name of Daniel
Davidson. He knew all about the case. Davidson was convicted for the murder of
four of his six Texas victims after protracted delays for psychiatric
evaluation. During that time, the state of Oklahoma had opted not to prosecute
him for the murder of a seventh victim. But after those many lengthy delays, he
was remanded to the custody of the state of New Mexico for trial in the murder
of a seventeen-year-old Santa Fe high school girl.
That final proceeding was notorious for ending
without a conviction two weeks before. Unlike the Texans, this jury had bought
the psychological evidence. Their decision was greeted with derision and
accusations of racism from the northern New Mexican, Hispanic community to
which the young woman belonged. The police had to quell a near riot. Now
Davidson was to be returned to Texas to await execution.
Davidson’s case was unusual. Despite the efforts of
anti-death penalty agitators to appeal his case in Texas on psychiatric
grounds, especially in light of the New Mexican decision, the murderer
requested that his sentence be carried out as soon as possible. It was reported
that he understood he had broken society’s covenants and actively sought his
own death.
My Name is Wonder Excerpt :
Oren turned back to Wonder and spoke gently.
“First, little one, I must tell you that you are not Wonder.”
Wonder knew enough about Oren to know he spoke with
the weight of the wisdom of generations. He had also heard that Oren was a
philosopher. The gravity of the moment was not lost on the little goat as he
considered this statement carefully. Somehow he knew that nothing but the truth
would suffice.
“I don’t get it,” he said with a scrunched up face.
“Your name may be Wonder, but Wonder you are not.”
He studied the kid, watching for any signs of dawning comprehension. Wonder
cocked his head to one side, still puzzled, and the old buck continued. “The
form you find yourself in is that of a goat, but you are not a goat. There is
that which is, and then there is that which is truth. If you are to learn, you
must learn to be absolutely clear about such matters.”
Oren fell silent, waiting.
Wonder blinked—once, twice—and then said, “Got it!”
The wise goat responded in an amused tone, “Do you
now?”
“Yes, sir. My name is Wonder.” He grinned and then
continued, “And I am not that.”
“Ha!” responded Oren. “I believe you do have it,
young one, but let us see.” He almost, but not quite, grinned back at Wonder.
It was hard to tell with the long, white beard. “What are you if not Wonder?”
The kid leapt at the answer. “Well sir, I don’t
guess I know.”
“Indeed,” replied Oren, his yellow eyes dancing.
“True wisdom is knowing that you know nothing.”
“Then I must be very wise indeed, sir.”
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AUTHOR Bio and
Links:
Ronald Chapman is owner of an international
speaking and consulting company, Magnetic North LLC. In addition to
international accreditation as a speaker and national awards for radio commentary,
he is the author of two novels, My Name is Wonder (Terra Nova Publishing, 2016)
and A Killer's Grace (Terra Nova Publishing, 2016 and 2012), two works of
non-fiction, Seeing True: Ninety Contemplations in Ninety Days (Ozark Mountain
Publishing, 2008) and What a Wonderful World: Seeing Through New Eyes (Page
Free Publishing, 2004) and the producer of three audio sets, Seeing True: The
Way of Spirit (Ozark Mountain Publishing, 2016, 2005), Breathing, Releasing and
Breaking Through: Practices for Seeing True (Ozark Mountain Publishing, 2015),
and Seeing True – The Way of Success in Leadership (Magnetic North Audio,
2005). Ron provides a wide array of social media content at www.SeeingTrue.com,
content for people in substance abuse recovery
at www.ProgressiveRecovery.org,
and other content from his master
site, www.RonaldChapman.com. He holds a Masters in Social Welfare from
The University at Albany (New York.) Prior to his relocation to Atlanta,
Georgia in 2008, he was a long-time resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Note: A Killer’s Grace is one of two novels by Chapman being released
simultaneously by Terra Nova Publishing, the other being My Name is Wonder. The
publisher commented, ““It is remarkable that these two books can be so very
different but somehow speak to the same messages.”
LINKS
A Killer’s Grace Goodreads:
A
Killer’s Grace Amazon:
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Ron Chapman Websites:
http://www.RonaldChapman.com/ for other
information from the author.
http://www.SeeingTrue.com/ for ongoing social
media content including blogs, v-logs, graphical materials, etc.
http://www.ProgressiveRecovery.com/ for
materials relevant to those in recovery from substance abuse.
Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/seeingtrue/
Note: My Name is Wonder is one of two novels by Chapman being released
simultaneously by Terra Nova Publishing, the other being A Killer’s Grace. The publisher commented, ““It is remarkable that
these two books can be so very different but somehow speak to the same
messages.”
My Name is Wonder Amazon
Buy/Pre-Order: https://www.amazon.com/My-Name-Wonder-Tale-Adventure/dp/1938288785/ref=sr_1_1
PRAISE
“…a book for the ages, with
profound truths simply stated. First there was Jonathan Livingston Seagull and
then Yoda—Now there is Wonder…”
-Beverly
Molander, Minister and Radio Host of
Activating the Power of Yes
“…an
exploration of human nature and into the allegorical realm that shows us how to
be wise teachers and guides…”
-Paula
Renaye, Author of Living the Life You
Love
“Clarity
is an aspect of love, it is seeing clearly. Ron Chapman sees with those eyes.
He pays attention as few do to the miracles around us.”
-Stephen
Levine, Author and Teacher
GIVEAWAY INFORMATION
Ronald will be awarding a
$10 Amazon or B/N GC to a randomly drawn winner via rafflecopter during the
tour.
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