Someday I Will Write: An Uncommon Journey to Finding Time to Tell Your Stories, Finish Your Book, and Fulfill Your Dream

by Debra Irene

Overview

YOU DO HAVE A STORY TO TELL, BUT WHERE AND HOW DO YOU BEGIN?

Studies show that 82% of the population dreams of someday writing a book. Sadly, many people die with their story still inside them. The secret to getting started is simply beginning with what you have.

Ten years ago, author Debra Irene began telling stories about everyday life—the past and the present. In Someday I Will Write, Debra brings these stories together for readers to find hope along life’s journey and for writers to find strength in their writing quest. From a brief vignette or poem of 150 words to a dialogued short story of 2000 words, you will discover how different genres create powerful images in the mind of the reader.

Your stories and the topics will be different, but finding time to tell what is on your heart is the key. In this book, you will discover how to:

• tell your stories with passion and authenticity,
• finish your book amidst the distractions of life, and
• fulfill your dream and impact lives.

MAKE YOUR SOMEDAY TODAY!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781640857797
Publisher:	Debra Irene
Publication date:	11/19/2019
Pages:	280
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.63(d)

About the Author

Debra Irene ... writer, storyteller, professional blogger, and author tells real-life stories as though she is speaking to a friend over a cup of coffee. Her portfolio is plump with by-lined features as a contributor to Trusted Media Brands family of magazines as well as specialty pieces featured in The Missouri Golf Post.
Her third book published in 2019, Someday I Will Write, is a collection of stories written over time when there appeared to be no time for her to write. The stories illuminate both the blessings and the heart-wrenching elements of human relationships and everyday life. In this book, aspiring writers can follow her journey and be encouraged to find time to tell their own stories. Previous titles include Reflections (2011), a series of original vignettes about family, friends, and faith. Next, Helen's Heritage (2016) chronicles her mother's journey, a depression-era child born the youngest of sixteen children who was separated from her mother before her second birthday.
An Executive Assistant for an entrepreneur and philanthropist by day and a dedicated author by night, she writes evenings, weekends, and whenever slivers of time allow. She loves speaking to groups of various sizes, inspiring them to embrace the seasons of life, keep walking, and tell their stories. She is active on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Connect at DebraIrene.com.
The mother of three adult sons, Debra Irene lives in the metropolitan Kansas City area.

Table of Contents

Foreword

Preface

Introduction: A Dream and a Miracle

Part One: A Time to Remember

Chapter 1: Apple Time

Chapter 2: A House, A Home

Chapter 3: Another House, Another Home

Chapter 4: The Tablet

Chapter 5: Aunt Elnora

Chapter 6: Happy Birthday, Daddy!

Chapter 7: Misunderstood Maggie

Chapter 8: The Two Who Remain

Chapter 9: Mother's Day

Chapter 10: The Babysitter's Babysitter's Reflection

Chapter 11: The Rooster Bowl

Chapter 12: The Wedding Day

Chapter 13: Throwback Birthday Thursday

Part Two: A Time to Hope and a Time for Faith

Chapter 14: Keep the Faith

Chapter 15: Barrels of Meaning

Chapter 16: To Be a Mother

Chapter 17: Resurrection Hope

Chapter 18: I Can Face Tomorrow

Chapter 19: Vignettes of Faith and Hope

Chapter 20: Till Death Do Us Part

Chapter 21: Dream On

Part Three: A Time for Family

Chapter 22: Just an Ordinary Day in June

Chapter 23: Hanging Over the Fence

Chapter 24: Different Times

Chapter 25: Karin's Prize

Chapter 26: Never Alone

Chapter 27: And That's My Daddy!

Chapter 28: Let It Snow

Chapter 29: The Cord

Chapter 30: Christmas Traditions

Chapter 31: Once a Bridesmaid

Chapter 32: And It Came to Pass

Chapter 33: Humbled

Part Four: A Time to Let Go

Chapter 34: Of Flags and Regret

Chapter 35: In Loving Memory of Sean Bradley

Chapter 36: Family Ties

Chapter 37: Reflection on Life

Chapter 38: A Blog of Emotions

Chapter 39: The Journey Home

Chapter 40: How Many Days?

Chapter 41: Seasons Change

Chapter 42: Beautiful Roses

Chapter 43: Oh Well Again

Chapter 44: Jump for Change

Part Five: A Time to Work and a Time to Play

Chapter 45: Oh, That Sweater

Chapter 46: The Way We Were

Chapter 47: The Way We Are

Chapter 48: Post Time

Chapter 49: Counselor

Chapter 50: The Dance, the Dress, the Dream

Chapter 51: Once Upon a Time

Chapter 52: So, You've Always Wanted to Learn How to Play Golf ...

Chapter 53: So, You've Always Wanted to Learn How to Play Golf, Part II

Chapter 54: Blue, Bosses, Beginnings

Chapter 55: Vacation Diary

Chapter 56: Dream It!

Chapter 57: A Night Out

Chapter 58: Earthly Treasures

Chapter 59: Just Breathe

Chapter 60: Days of Labor

Conclusion: Write On

Credits

Acknowledgments

About the Author

Editorial Reviews

“In Debra’s brilliant book of stories, she walks you through her writing journey and encourages you to overcome the obstacles and distractions of life to find time to tell your story. Read this book and get one step closer to your goal.”

—Kary Oberbrunner, Author of Day Job to Dream Job, Your Secret Name, and The Deeper Path

“Life brings many distractions, diversions and difficulties and we navigate them, creating new stories, while still hanging onto our dreams. Each event adds a beautiful piece to the whole picture. Debra’s stories about her own life are filled with interesting ways she has remained true to her love of writing and are a great reminder for us not to wait till ‘someday’ but to forge ahead with the end in sight.”

—Dan Miller, Author of 48 Days to the Work You Love & Joanne Miller, Author of Creating a Haven of Peace

“I have known Debra for over twenty years, and three characteristics have stood the test of time: faith, resolve, and an unfailing tenacity to chase her dreams. She has had the amazing ability to wear army boots, ice skates, baseball cleats, corporate pumps, and dancing shoes—each with the same amazing quality of grace and grit. And she wields her writer’s pen with that same grace and grit as she tells real life stories and lessons learned. In Exodus 4:2 (KJV), God asks Moses, ‘What is that in thine hand?’ If God were to ask Debra that question, the answer would be ‘a pen.’ And with that pen, faith, and resolve, Debra has written her way to her dreams. May you be inspired as you read to ask yourself this same question, ‘What is that in thine hand?’ And may you be prompted to do that thing you are compelled to do, no matter the challenges or curve balls life may throw at you.”

—Brenda J. Dunagan, CEO, Dunagan and Associates LLC

“It takes a great storyteller to grab a reader’s attention and change how they’ve perceived events in their own life. Debra’s thoughtful and entertaining style of storytelling about events in and around her life’s journey does just that. Her candid stories of overcoming adversities are laced with joy, determination, and gratitude. She teaches us that meaningful and joyful moments occur in our lives every day, even when things sometimes don’t go our way.”

—Al Simmons, Senior Financial Advisor, Wells Fargo

“Weaving memories and words in such a way only the great storytellers master, Debra Irene’s reflections take you on a delightful journey of growth and rebirth, dreaming dreams then waking up to bigger ones. Filled with humor, anecdotes, and lovely lessons on life, you won’t want to miss this read.”

—Erika Beebe, Short Story Author of “The Wheat Witch” and “Stage Fright”

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