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I recently received these first three messages from readers:

(1) "I enjoyed reading your story. It made me realize: Yes, I'm A Survivor Too."

(2) "Just finished the sequel to Bitter Memories. Parts of your life run parallel to mine, it was like seeing myself there. I feel so close to you from reading your books. You have reached me like no one else could. Thank you! Thank you!"

(3) "Wow. I honesty thought l had a shit childhood. Don't get me wrong, it was far from a pretty one, and I too wondered why God made me go through all the abuse that I got from family members. When my mum left me I was taken to live with my aunty and uncle. I was 16 months old and I endured sexual abuse on a scale like you. I left when l was fifteen and became a street kid. I met this man who now is my husband. I've been married for 32 fantastic and wonderful years. Life is great, but I will always struggle with my bitter memories. Thank you for sharing your story. Thank you for helping others to understand."

In this next heartbreaking story the little boy wasn't so lucky.

Charles J. Stecker, Jr. was only four years old when he witnessed his foster mother murder his little two year old brother, Edward. Charles was also injured as he held Edward close, trying to prevent the foster mother from hitting him again. Edward died in his brother's arms. Why did this happen? This is a question that has yet to be answered, and it's been 47 years since the death—the murder—of Edward Stecker.

Charles has made it his life work to try and prevent other children from being abused...from being murdered by uncaring, cruel people.

When I sat down to write my own story I wanted to help those still suffering from the devastation left behind from abuse, and to make more people aware that child abuse does exist. From the messages I receive almost daily, I have accomplished those goals and so much more. Thank you to all my readers who take the time to contact me, and to all the ones who not only get involved, but tell others about me and my story so they too can learn from my experiences.

Child abuse will not fix itself. Our children need to be protected. Society does not want to admit child abuse exists, but it does! Our children need each and everyone to get involved if they see or suspect a child is being abused.

My first three readers, like myself, were lucky. We survived. Edward Stecker wasn't lucky.

Next week I will be featuring Charles J. Stecker as my guest. He will tell you the circumstances of his brother's death and so much more.
This is a story you will not want to miss.

Charles shares this thought with all of us: "If someone sees or hears about a child or children being abused and doesn't report it then they are just as much at fault as the one that is doing the abusing and should also be charged. Maybe then people will start reporting and saving children from being hurt or worse killed. People need to start speaking up, I don't care if it is family or not, it is so wrong to let this happen to children that can not defend themselves!"

For more information on my own story of child abuse and my fight to survive, plus my other books available, please visit my website.

http://sj2448.wix.com/suejulsen

Why Did This Happen? Part 2 of 3:

Hello my name is Charles J Stecker Jr.

I'd like for you to come with me on a short journey…

Imagine you are born and by the age of 3 you have suffered so many questionable injuries, including a fractured skull that you are taken from your birth family.

Imagine your first acts of courage and heroism happening at the tender age of 4 years old.

Imagine, if you can, being 4 years old, and while being brutally beaten yourself, you did all you could to save your 2 year old brother from a beating he had received as well.

Imagine that despite all attempts to save your brother it isn't enough and you end up with a severe injury that leaves you with a permanently disfigured arm and your 2 year old brother is dead.

Imagine that as a young teenager you are afforded the opportunity to reunite with your birth family only to suffer through 5 more years of abuse.

Imagine 47 years later you are still seeking justice for your childhood experiences and your little brother's murder.

Okay, now stop imagining…What I just asked you to imagine is my reality.

The person who murdered my brother and critically injured me had another child die in their care just 10 months prior, yet they never were held accountable for either death or the assault on me.

I have made it my lifelong personal quest to seek justice for not only my brother but all abused and murdered children.

Click on the link below and read a compelling front cover news story written about me that took the reporter six pages to encapsulate. You will learn of my lifelong journey seeking answers, and you will be astounded at the “yet to be determined” outcome. http://www.philadelphiaweekly.com/new...

I’m also asking you to please take a moment and read the Petition linked below. Please Share It and Sign It, if you agree with what I am seeking…
http://www.change.org/petitions/r-set...

All through my early childhood and then through my teen years, I was abused in every way possible. I constantly lost family, friends and belongings. I was consistently moved from home to home leaving me feeling unwanted and unloved. I was never able to get a solid education or establish myself in a community. I was failed by my birth parents, the child welfare system, the justice system and by society as a whole.

As a young man I joined the U. S. Coast Guard which aided in developing my character and leadership skills. I was honorably discharged after serving my term and I am a proud veteran.

Some of the issues from my childhood followed me into adulthood. Broken relationships and shallow friendships have been the norm. As a result of an unwanted divorce for which I accept my responsibility, I am estranged from my daughter and diligently attempt to bridge that gap. I've lost two other children — one to abortion and the other to adoption. Financial blunders from failed business attempts and a hopscotch-type employment record are a part of my history and continue to haunt me to this very day.

With a take charge attitude I have been able to turn my life around, overcoming my past and bringing victory not only into my life but to the lives of others as well. I have conquered addictions and low self worth. I give credit to my success to my mountain moving faith in God and my own willingness to do the necessary work.

I have been told that my absolute refusal to allow the negativity of my past keep me from a positive future is what sets me apart from others. I enjoy inspiring the youth of today, encouraging them to become the leaders of tomorrow.

I bring a message of faith, hope and love to all, asking for no sympathy. What I do ask though is that you be open to learning something from my experiences.

My desire is to empower each individual I interact with. My fervent hope is that a positive change will happen in your life, family and community through YOU. When it comes to assisting anyone who may have experienced abuse people have said that I exemplify the definition of a true servant.

I have been a speaker at many seminars and rallies locally, nationally and internationally. I will tell you, with a smile on my face, that I have spoken from outside the White House to inside the outhouse and I truly have.

Many have said that I am a dynamic speaker who serves others through my thought provoking true life personal stories. My never-ending fight to bring abusers to justice along with integrating rehabilitation in that process has gained me global recognition.

My diverse cross cultural and multidisciplinary expertise is sought after. I have been featured on many radio talk shows, television shows, and in newspaper articles. In 2012 I was recognized as a “Difference Maker” in Philadelphia, PA. for my child, youth and community advocacy efforts. You can read about it if you’d like by following this link: http://www.southphillyreview.com/news...

I practice Soul Centered Leadership as the Founder and Director of the International Child Abuse Prevention Task Force Inc., where I and a global team combat crimes committed against children around the world, along the way reuniting families whenever possible.

Through Chahlie’s Angels, Llc, ( Yes Chahlie with 2 h’s) I am an Empowering Speaker and Authority on Overcoming Adversity. I established this company as a living memorial to my brother.

It has been said that I have encouraged numerous people from all walks of life to heal from the traumatic effects of childhood abuse through my solution based approach. I am humbled as I am called a "Hero to Multitudes."

I am a Children's Rights Warrior, and a Parental Responsibility Advocate. In addition I am a Community Leader, Activist and Volunteer. This is a partial list of the organizations I am now a member of: The Child Welfare League of America, The American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children, The International Society for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect, The National Association of Adult Survivors of Child Abuse, Protecting Canadian Children, Children Without A Voice, Community Partners 4 Kids, Stand Up For Kids and Shriner’s International.

I leave you now with this Pearl of My Personal Wisdom: “The majority of choices in your childhood were chosen for you. All of your adulthood choices are chosen by you. Take personal responsibility for your choices and choose wisely.”

Thank You for reading all of this.
Be Blessed.

I want to thank Charles for sharing part of his story tonight with my readers.
For anyone who has not already done so, please take a few minutes to read and sign the petition at the above link. Charlie and I both thank you!
Part 3 will be available March 4, 2014.

You can follow Charles on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/Servant.of.T...
and on Twitter at:
https://twitter.com/chahlies_angel

Unlike this innocent two year old child — Charlie's little brother — I lived through my abuse. Unlike Charlie, even though my abuse was also extreme, I survived without any lasting outward signs to tell the tale. However, the internal scars remained in tact for many, many years.

For more information on my own story of child abuse and my fight to survive, plus my other books available, please visit my website.

http://sj2448.wix.com/suejulsen

Hello,

My name is Edward John Stecker. I was born on April 11, 1964 at 3:03 pm. I came into the world weighing in at 7 lbs. 1 oz. and I was 20 inches long. I have brown hair and eyes. I was born at The Naval Hospital in Philadelphia, PA.

At the time of my birth my Mommie (she likes it spelt that way) was a stay at home Mommie and my Daddy was serving our country in the United States Coast Guard.

I also have an older brother named Charlie.

According to my baby book my Daddy really liked the name Edward and my Mommie liked John (after my Grandpop Stecker). So I was named Edward John Stecker. In my baby book it says I look like my Daddy, except for my nose.

A whole bunch of people came to visit me when I first arrived home and I received all kinds of gifts: toys (my favorite), clothes, bottles and furniture.

Of course Mommie and Daddy were there along with my big brother, Charlie. My Grandmom and Grandpop Force were there, too. My Grandpop Stecker was there as well. My Aunt Pat and Uncle Ralph Field, and my Aunt Mary were all there, along with 4 more friends of my family.

When I was 2 and a 1/2 months old, while I was sleeping, my Mommie took my footprints. They look so cute.

My first smile was when I was just 5 days old, and my first real laugh was when I was 4 months old.

I sat up on my own at 10 months and took my first steps just 2 weeks after my second birthday.

My first tooth came in about 3 weeks after my big brothers birthday when I was almost 8 months old. Oh, his birthday is November 8, 1962.

I began eating solid food 2 weeks after my first birthday. My favorite was mashed potatoes and I also enjoyed chewing on sirloin steak.

I was 9 months old when I said my first words; they were Da-Da and Ma-Ma. At 10 months I began to talk more clearly.

My Mommie used to cut my hair herself and she put 3 locks of it in my baby book too. My hair was light brown.

I went for my first ride in a car when I was just 5 days old. For some reason, later that day, I had to go back to the hospital so I got my first bus and subway ride on the same day. I’m not sure why though. Mommie didn't write anything about that in my baby book.

I was 2 weeks old when I rode in my first coach and at 13 months I got my first ride on a Merry Go Round. :-)

For my first Christmas I got lots and lots of toys and some clothes too. I also liked to play with the Christmas tree lights and decorations.

On my first birthday I received mostly clothes and a toy or two. On my second birthday I again received more clothes and a few more toys.

When I was 17 months old, me and my big brother got a baby sister. Her name is Donna.

At 1 year and 10 months old I weighed almost 24 pounds.

Right around my second birthday I got the measles.

Hmmm…? Then something strange happened. My brother Charlie had to go to the hospital for an emergency. He hurt his head somehow, but he never came back home, which made me sad. That’s also where everything in my baby book ends.

While me and my sister were waiting for our brother to come back home, some people came to see Mommie. These people then took me and my sister for a car ride without our Mommie or Daddy.

I was a little scared at first but when we arrived at a house and went inside, there was my big brother which made me happy again. He came over and gave me and my sister a big hug, and then he handed me his Teddy Bear.

I found out that we were going to have a new Mommy and Daddy and a whole bunch of new brothers and sisters. We were there for a year and I was having a lot of fun — a lot more fun than at my original Mommie and Daddy’s house.

Then one day some people came and took me and my brother for a car ride. I remember the date was February 15, 1967. It was the last day I would ever see my little sister, and that made me sad.

My big brother and I were taken to a home where we were introduced to another new Mommy and Daddy. This is all so confusing to me, and this new house is very scary. The new Mommy is very mean when the new Daddy isn't around, too.

She does all kinds of mean stuff to me and my brother. She even told us about the Boogie Man, which scared me and my brother to death.

Speaking of death, I may as well tell you this now. On February 28, 1967, only one day before me and my brother would have been with our new Mommy and Daddy for 2 weeks, I learned what death really meant.

You see, on that day I met Mr. Death, Face to Face. My new Mommy made sure I met Mr. Death, because she Murdered Me. I was only 2 years old.

I want to tell you this before I have to go. My Big Brother tried so hard to save me, and as I lay there dying on the floor, I could hear him screaming so loud. I knew he was getting beat really bad.

Well, it’s getting dark now and it feels like I’m floating away to somewhere, so I’m going to have to get going. I am now my Big Brother's Angel and he calls me "Li’l Eddie" or "Chahlie’s Angel". I like them both.

I carry my favorite toy around with me up here in Heaven. It’s my big brother's Teddy Bear that was his favorite, but he gave it to our original Daddy to put with me when they buried me.

My Big Brother will have to take over from here…

Hello. I am Charles J Stecker Jr., also known as “Chahlie” and, yes, I wrote all of the above as if I was my brother. There wasn't a lot written in Eddie's baby book but I wanted to share with you what was there so you'd know a little about my brother.

As you now know, the reason I had to write for him is because Eddie is no longer here with us.

I wanted to write more, but instead, I will Plead with you to Please follow the link below, and Read in Full the Petition that I am posting, including watching a Special Video at the beginning of it, and also several articles within the Petition.

Also, Please consider Signing the Petition and Sharing it with everyone you know. Encourage them to Read, Sign and Share it as well.

You will understand the importance of my Plea after you read through the Link.

Thank You and God Bless, Edward and Charles Stecker.

http://www.change.org/petitions/r-set...

I'd like to thank Charles (and Eddie) for sharing another part of their story tonight with my readers.
For anyone who has not already done so, please take a few minutes to read and sign the petition at the above link, and don't forget to share it with others. Eddie and Charlie deserve justice.
Please help Charles (and Eddie) by reading and signing, and telling others about his story.
Charlie, Eddie and I thank you!

You can follow Charles on Facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/Servant.of.T...
and on Twitter at:
https://twitter.com/chahlies_angel

Unlike this innocent two year old child — Charlie's little brother Eddie — I lived through my abuse. Unlike Charlie, even though my abuse was also extreme, I survived without any lasting outward signs to tell the tale. However, just like Charlie, the internal scars remained in tact for many, many years, and in some ways they are still there today.

For more information on my own story of child abuse and my fight to survive, plus other books available, please visit my website.

http://sj2448.wix.com/suejulsen

THE BOOKS:

Bitter Memories: A Memoir of Heartache & Survival is the book that started it all. Written novel-style for easy reading, this is a true story of a little girl (me) kidnapped by her father, living a life on the run, hungry, abused and terrified...NOTE: There is no way to “sugarcoat” child abuse, therefore be prepared for strong language that would put a sailor to shame and explicit content. Also in audio.

Trophy Murders is not only an action-packed fictional crime story, but I take you deeper into the journey of true events after going to live with Uncle Henry (a cop) and his heavy-handed wife, Olivia. A life I wouldn't wish on any kid! This book is mainly for my fiction fans, but my others readers also enjoy it. For the 100% true story see "Drowning In Memories," the second in the series if you really don't want any fiction tossed in.

Drowning In Memories continues the true story from "Bitter Memories," told in two parts. Some of the dialog has been recreated from memory, and some recreated using known characteristics and actions of the person being quoted, but the stories contained are as close to the truth as I know them to be.

Cutter's Revenge is the perfect way to round out my series—and to get a pound of revenge, safely. This book continues my story after my adoption, mixing truth with fiction. Anyone who’s read the other books will know what’s true and what isn't in this story. While another fictionalized serial killer stalks our little town, I write my story the way it could have been...if...turning tragedy into a fantastic, exciting read! Cutter’s Revenge is unrelentingly suspenseful.

From The Heart is a collection of fifteen poems written from events in my life, including short stories that inspired the writing of each poem. Included is the first poem I wrote at 9 years old after the death of my mother.
Also in audio.

Just for fun: The Rose is a cute fantasy, complete with talking animals that try to help their "Queen" in her quest when they learn of danger coming to the city and to the forest.
Also in audio.

One In A Million is a heartwarming story about a wonderful man who helped change my life while helping me find my way back from a never-ending abyss after my suicide attempt. An awesome story of friendship. This short story is also the bonus story in "Drowning In Memories."

After Midnight is part two in "Drowning In Memories," dedicated to my brother. It continues memories and many mistakes I made along the way. This up and down ride includes fun times, not-so-fun times and sad times that came to mind during and after writing "Bitter Memories."

Visit my website to really see the awesome cover art and to learn more about all the books available. Links to order from Amazon included for your convenience:

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Every child deserves to know they are loved and wanted.
Every child deserves to be fed and clothed.
Every child deserves to be tucked in bed at night.
Every child deserves to be hugged — lots of hugs, daily.
Every child deserves a loving home...

But not every child gets the life they deserve.
Many children live in fear of being hurt...of being mistreated by people who claim to love them. Just a couple of weeks ago you learned from my guest, Charles Stecker, that some of these children do not live to see their next birthday.

Charles told about his 2-year-old brother Eddie who was murdered by their foster mother. Charlie, only 4-years-old at the time, was seriously injured while he tried his best to save his innocent little brother from this cruel woman.

So many children have been, and are, murdered or permanently injured daily from child abuse. Like Charles, I will continue to tell my story until no more children have to die or suffer at the hands of cruel, heartless people!

I survived some of the worst abuse and mistreatment inflicted upon me that you can imagine. I probably should have died, but instead, I lived many years without love, or should I say the 'proper type' of love. I was not wanted, except for the pleasures of others. I went hungry many, many times, and the few clothes I had were so thin I remember when it was cold outside, I was so very, very cold...But it wasn't always like this.

The first 2 - 1/2 years of my life was mostly pretty good. I was tucked into bed most nights, and I was hugged a lot. I didn't go hungry and I knew my mother loved me and wanted me. But that all ended the night my own father kidnapped me.
I was 3 years old when my life changed, forever.

To learn my full story, go to my website and check out the Bitter Memories series. The first in the series: Bitter Memories: A Memoir of Heartache & Survival is not easy to read, and it shouldn't be easy. There is nothing glamorous about child abuse, and what I lived through was some of the worst abuse a person can think of. But with help from some very special people — four separate personalities — I did survive. My abuse was so extreme I disassociated...
Also, the language will put a sailor to shame, but these words I heard on a daily basis. I did not sugarcoat the abuse. I did not try to make things sound better than they were.
As bad as it was, it was my life.

The second in the series, Drowning In Memories, written in two parts, includes other times in my life when all memories were not bad.

The third, Cutter's Revenge is mostly fiction since I took the bad and I lived my dream of how I wished my life had been IF things had been different. I also managed to get my own (safe) pound of revenge toward some who hurt me over the years.

For my fiction, and non-fiction fans, too, Trophy Murders takes part one in Drowning In Memories, stretches the truth while adding in a gang of serial killers to spice things up. It's an awesome read, even if I do say so myself, but my readers have also told me the same thing.
Enjoy!

Head on over to my website to see all my books currently available:

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I'd like to welcome back Winsome Campbell-Green, an author friend who has a new book out.

Winsome has been described by many as a prolific author in the field of self-development, who has applied her uplifting principles to the art of relationships.

Luckily for us, she had time to share in this Q & A "exclusive" interview with me, just for all of you.

She is the author of 8 popular self-improvement books. The most recent, Better Than Games: The Rulebook For Singles Dating And Searching For Love, was released March 7, 2014 on Apple, CreateSpace, Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Google Play.

First of all, I'd like to say, congratulations on being the author of 8 fabulous books!

Q: What inspired you to write this new book?
A: I was inspired to write this book as a reminder to singles that you do not have to tolerate the ‘games’ involved in dating, and you are worthy of love that will bring you peace, clarity and happiness.

Q: What would you say to someone who is single but wanting a relationship and having a rough time finding someone? What is their best course of action?
A: You must become what you want to attract. To attract you must ‘become’. It is important to ‘feel good’ about love. A person who lacks ‘self-love’, self-compassion, self-acceptance will not find what they think is missing in a relationship. Relationships are about building a ‘connection’ and you must bring an incredible state of joy, peace and a feeling of fulfillment. Start cultivating love and happiness with everything and everyone you meet. Light attracts light. You will soon find people coming across your path who will want to relate to you in a closer way. To read more about self-love, you can also read my book, The Secret Rules Of Self-Love: How To Love Yourself, Overcome The Loneliness Of Being Single, And Achieve Happiness.

Q: What is the one thing that causes most singles to block love from their life?
A: In dating and relationships, get the ego out of the way. Love is not self-serving, but self-less. When you are complete within you look for ways to make the other person’s life as happy as can be. Always be in state of kindness and doing loving things. It always comes down to choosing between being kind and being self-fish. Keep doing deliberate and kind things always.

Q: What is one mistake you see many singles make in regards to dating/relationships?
A: Most singles can sometimes feel incomplete if they don’t have a relationship. The key is to let go and allow God to take control. Your happiness is not dependent on having someone in your life. Always evaluate why you need someone in your life.

Q: In your book, Better Than Games: The Rulebook For Singles Dating And Searching For Love, you talk about the importance of men and women respecting the traditional rules for dating/courting in order to avoid mistakes. What would you say is a critical rule one must remember for a first date?
A: Speak less about you and show a genuine interest in getting to know the person you are with. It does not matter how interesting you think you are. Treat the person you are with as if they are the most important person in the room. Appreciate them for what they are and ask nothing in return.

Q: What would you recommend a person should do when it’s time to let go of a bad relationship and move on?
A: Trusting your instinct is the best way to go. When it’s time to let go, your heart will tell you. You deserve to explore those feelings of why you are feeling the way you do. I specifically discuss this issue in my new book, Better Than Games.

Q: In your own experience, what is the one essential element that is necessary for a successful relationship?
A: I believe in having a strong and unshakable friendship first. Love built on strong friendship will endure during challenging times.

Q: Where can readers buy your book, Better Than Games and what is the cost?
A: Go to any bookseller's site listed below to get your copy of Better Than Games!

Apple,(eBook)-$2.99
Kindle, (eBook)-$2.99
Amazon (Paperback)-$8.99
CreateSpace (Paperback),-$8.99
Google Play- $3.99
Barnes and Noble (Nook)-$2.99

You can also visit my website: http://www.cgwritingservices.com/ to check out more of my work!

Q: Would you provide a sample of your book?
A: Absolutely! You can follow this link to view a sample of the first chapter on Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/BETTER-THAN-GAM... ... I hope you will enjoy it and it brings clarity to your life.

Q: Will you tell us your final top reminders for singles searching for love?
A: *You are not your scars.
*You are stronger than you think.
*Your present situation is not your final destination.
*Never allow any negative experience from the past take hold on you.
*Choose happiness.
*Recognize yourself as an individualized expression of God and see yourself, then, as already complete, and help other people to feel the same way.
*Treasure your own magnificence and value yourself
*People are only in your life for a reason. If they leave, let them go. Find the lessons and continue on your journey.
*Never settle for less than your best. If something is for you, you will never have to feel as if you are sacrificing your dignity for it.
*Be still. Avoid drama and confusion at all times. Always include prayer in your relationships and have faith in the process of life. Just breathe easy, the stress is not about you, all is well and you can handle anything!

Thank you for sharing not only your new book with us, but your own fantastic advice, based on experience.

OTHER BOOKS WRITTEN BY WINSOME CAMPBELL-GREEN:

HIGH HEELS IN TECH: WOMEN, TECHNOLOGY AND CHANGE

TEN LIFE CHANGING LESSONS

THE PERKS OF A POSITIVE ATTITUDE: A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO HAPPINESS AND SUCCESS

FABULOSITY IS YOU: A WOMAN’S GUIDE FOR FASHION TIPS, WEIGHT-LOSS TIPS, SKIN CARE SECRETS, RELATIONSHIPS AND PURSUING HER PURPOSE

THE SECRET RULES OF SELF-LOVE: HOW TO LOVE YOURSELF, OVERCOME THE LONELINESS OF BEING SINGLE AND ACHIEVE HAPPINESS

LOVING GREATLY: A COUPLE’S GUIDE TO IGNITING LOVE AND HAPPINESS IN THEIR RELATIONSHIP

CURB YOUR THOUGHTS: HOW TO CREATE THE FUTURE YOU NEED, HEAL THE PAIN OF UNWORTHINESS, OVERCOME NEGATIVE LIFE PATTERNS AND LIVE AN AUTHENTIC LIFE

Head on over and visit Winsome's WEBSITE: http://www.cgwritingservices.com/

and she also has a Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/winsome.camp...

I have found a lot of valuable information in Winsome's books, and I believe there can be something for everyone to learn, or relearn, from reading her books packed with wisdom.

For my own books, please visit my website at: http://sj2448.wix.com/suejulsen

I am actively working on two more books, so I haven't been around too much lately.

However, in honor of Child Abuse Awareness Month I will be the guest speaker with Elaine Crocker-Bey on blog talk radio tomorrow 4/13/14 -- Heartache and Survival: Experience, Strength, Hope

Time: 4 pm Pacific; 7 pm Eastern.

Here is the link:
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/experien...

Please listen in live if you can, or catch it from the archives at the same link when convenient for you.

You can also visit my website to learn a little about my story before the show from my current books.

http://sj2448.wix.com/suejulsen

Visit my Facebook author/fan pages, and please click "like" while you're there:
https://www.facebook.com/sue.julsen2
https://www.facebook.com/BitterMemori...
https://www.facebook.com/TMTrilogyBook2
https://www.facebook.com/CuttersRevenge

TRUE CRIME

NEW BOOK COMING VERY SOON!

Zip Ties and Lies is the story of the Anderson/DiMaggio coldhearted, coldblooded murder case that started in San Diego, California and ended in the Idaho wilderness, leaving three people and a dog, dead.

Who REALLY killed the Anderson's?

Who's behind the cover up?

Was Jim DiMaggio innocent of murder, arson and kidnapping?

As a kidnapped survivor, I became interested in this case immediately. From everything I've seen and read, Hannah Anderson has not acted like a kidnap "victim" in ANY sense of the word.

More information to follow soon on the actual release date for Zip Ties and Lies.

Go to my website to find my own personal story of kidnapping, Bitter Memories: A Memoir of Heartache & Survival, and the sequels: Drowning In Memories, Cutter's Revenge, Trophy Murders, and From The Heart: A Collection of Poems and Stories.

I will also have the cover art for Zip Ties and Lies added to the website in a day or two.

FYI: I am no longer associated with Taylor Street Publishing in any way whatsoever. They also do not have permission to publish any of my books — past, present or future.

http://sj2448.wix.com/suejulsen

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Written by the author who researched for eight and a half months to get the "facts" on this case, Zip Ties and Lies is the true story — as we know it to be — about the alleged kidnapping of Hannah Anderson and the brutal murders of her mother and brother, Christina and Ethan Anderson, and Cali their dog, and the "firing squad" murder of Jim DiMaggio.

Who REALLY killed the Andersons?

Who’s behind the cover up? That is the question!

A 9-1-1 call to the San Diego police department on August 4, 2013 reporting a two-story home on fire in Boulevard, California is only the beginning of many harrowing events to follow.

After a woman’s body and the body of a dog is found inside a detached garage, murdered, a bloody crowbar next to the woman’s body, the dog shot in the head, the homeowner and two kids are reported missing.

Assuming homeowner, James Lee DiMaggio killed the children’s mother, Christina Anderson—the woman’s body discovered in the garage—rigging his home to catch on fire, he then kidnapped Anderson’s two children, Hannah age 16 and Ethan age 8.

The following day the remains of a child, burned beyond recognition, is found inside DiMaggio’s burned-to-the-ground home. And even this is only the beginning.

After a week-long manhunt, DiMaggio, maybe an innocent man, based on information from San Diego’s sheriff Bill Gore, is then shot down by the FBI in what appears to be actions of a firing squad.

The public has doubts on the validity of what is being told. Stories continue to morph, and more doubts arise. More and more lies brings the question of Hannah and Brett Anderson’s innocence into doubt—at least for the public.

But the story doesn't end here.
This story is only beginning…

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Zip Ties and Lies explores the coldhearted "facts" -- as we know them to be -- of the brutal murders of Tina and Ethan Anderson, police cover ups and screw ups, and the coldblooded "firing squad" murder of Jim DiMaggio, maybe an innocent man, shot down by FBI sharp shooters.

Before briefly getting into some of the details of this case, I want to share one of the 5-star reviews from amazon.com about Zip Ties and Lies:
"It was nice to read new information about the people surrounding this case and theories that weren't discussed earlier. There were some "WOW" moments that left me wondering "How in the world were you able to get that information?" I look forward to reading more of your books in the future! Thank you for taking this one on!!!"

The Anderson/DiMaggio tragedy actually started on August 3, 2013, but it wasn't until after a 9-1-1 call came in to the San Diego police department on August 4th, reporting a two-story home on fire in the rural area of Boulevard, California, that partial information was broadcast to the public.

However, the devastating fire was only the start of many harrowing events yet to be discovered.

After a woman’s body and the body of a dog were found inside a detached garage, murdered, a bloody crowbar next to the woman’s body, the dog shot in the head, the homeowner and two kids were reported missing.

Then, assuming homeowner, James Lee DiMaggio had killed the children’s mother, Christina Anderson — the woman’s body discovered in the garage — rigged his home to catch on fire, he then kidnapped Anderson’s two children, Hannah age 16 and Ethan age 8, an Amber Alert was issued for both kids, stating DiMaggio as the suspect.

The following day the remains of a child, burned beyond recognition, was found inside DiMaggio’s burned-to-the-ground home. And even this was only the beginning.

After a week-long manhunt, DiMaggio was located in the Idaho wilderness with Hannah Anderson. Based on information from San Diego’s sheriff Bill Gore, DiMaggio was then shot down by the FBI in what appeared to be actions of a firing squad.

Since that 9-1-1 call and the "alleged kidnapping and rescue" of Hannah Anderson, there have been more questions than answers, and many, many lies told.

From the very beginning the public had doubts on the validity of what was being told. As stories continued to morph, more doubts arose. More lies and more inconsistencies in Hannah Anderson's multiple "made-up" stories only brought the question of Hannah and Brett Anderson’s innocence into doubt — at least for the public.

And this story doesn't end here. This story is only beginning…

Who REALLY killed the Andersons?

Who’s behind the cover up? That is the question!

Go to my website to order your copy today! Available in paperback and E-book.

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