My Judge and Jury

My Judge and Jury

Inside my thoughts, my bleeding soul
I struggle from time to time
While others stand by, watching, pointing
Like they can read MY mind

R. F. Maldonado

“Having been clean and sober more than 21 years of my life at this writing, I firmly believe that it was all a part of God’s grand plan for me to live while so many had to die… and possibly for two reasons.

I believe the first reason is for me to be able to pass on the message of hope to others still suffering from any addictions.

Once I became capable of understanding that I wasn’t just simply weak or crazy, but that I

Jason A. Dingus: Victim or Victor

Jason A. Dingus – His Writing

– Jason A. Dingus, author of My Judge and Jury: Convicted For My Differences (Candalyse Publishing, 2008), is an inspiration to many. He possesses the strength of character that many, much older than he is, only wish they had. Perhaps, it was the constant verbal and physical abuse suffered at the hands of small town folk who refused to accept his differences. Or, maybe his strength comes from his strong desire to show others that we are all the same in reality and we must accept those who appear different. No matter how Jason obtained his inner strength, he draws from his life experiences to compile a powerful book of poetry that chronicles his life.

Freedom From Pain…

Calm winds blow across your face
Chasing ghosts of
Past indiscretions
into vast forgiveness
Let go and let
the you of
Today
Present magnificence to the world!

Those friends who hold onto

Writers: Call for Submissions

Submission Requirements

– 1500-3000 words describing a traumatic life experience when extreme adversity threatened you physically, emotionally or spiritually

– Title the chapter

– Change names of real people or provide release form giving permission to write about them

– Focus on one specific event- share what happened, how you felt, what you did to overcome and triumph over the adversity

My Judge and Jury Video Promo

Trapped in My Pen Video Promo

From Passive Postal Worker to Publisher with a Purpose

Bodega Dragons: Rock Music Meets Recovery

Author R.F. Maldonado’s Upcoming Release, Dancing on Broken Glass, is sure to be an enlightening read for everyone. Those who managed to survive addiction, the pain of loss due to death, teen gang life, drugs, and Latino culture in the 1950’s will especially enjoy Mr. Maldonado’s humorous tales – to hell and back.

Although his life is peppered with pain, racism, and violence, R.F. Maldonado creatively and beautifully

How to Jump From a Ferris Wheel and Land on Your Feet

How to Jump from a Ferris Wheel and

Land on Your Feet, Vol. One

Ten Women. Ten Chapters. Ten Stories

How did ten women go from despair and despondency, to living an exceptional life?

“Learn from every challenge and obstacle they faced in this dynamic anthology of triumph over adversity. These inspirational tales of vision, courage, and determination shed timeless truths and invaluable lessons which you can use to create your own exceptional life.” -Fran Briggs

Compiled by: Miriam L. Jacobs

The first of a ten volume series written by women for women.