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Cindy Bauer

Cindy Bauer

Author, Reviewer, Writer & Editor

Born and raised in Iowa, Cindy Bauer grew up the youngest of three children. An avid reader since early childhood, she often dreamed of becoming a writer. Cindy graduated from Assumption High School in 1975, married her husband Robert in 1976 and left her dream behind. When her mother became terminally... more »
  • MO, USA
  • member since December 31 2007

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Public Notes

  • Tony Carmine

    Tony Carmine says

    Here is a blurb about my new book—ON THE CREST. Comments welcome: Tige Anderson goes through a series of emotional, physical and psychological adventures in this coming-of-age roller coaster, balancing his life among his romantic trysts, his ambitions, his humanity and his gay best friend. The one thread that connects all of the people in his life is the fact that the cycle of life puts everyone through a series of ups (‘on the crest’) and downs. Whether an individual winds up on top of the wave or under it depends on them.

    Prologue:

    [A mind full of shadows which form long, dark points that pierce the heart through and bring to consciousness the fierce pain of reality. Hooded specters that travel through space and time gathering up pieces of memory and bringing them together to form one melted block of pain and pleasure called the past.

    Were it possible to disintegrate as happens to dreams and tender moments. As powerful as these dreams and tender moments seemed at their inception, we come to realize that they are made of invisible particles of nothingness. Were it possible to just vanish like hopes made of tiny particles of nothing so would I be free of reality. And in that vanishing, would I finally be able to find peace.]

    Those thoughts flooded Tige’s mind as he sat and watched the pointed shadows caused by the brand-new-morning sun crawl across the floor in front of him. He had been all alone in the solarium since the middle of the night awaiting the sunrise as he did on many nights since he was put into that place. It was his favorite time of day. Anymore, each minute of the day was filled with painful recollection and doubt except for this brief, fleeting moment. It was a time, it seemed, that the earth, like him, was confused. It brought him solace to think that at this very moment, the entire universe, or so it seemed, was in a state of doubt and he was not alone. It was the time when day was pushing back night, eliminating the last vestiges of darkness to assume domination and live out its brief lifetime before dying and willing its realm to its brother called ‘tomorrow’. It was a time of starting over, of another chance. Days rolled in one after the other like the waves at the beach. It made one think that no matter how tragic the events that occurred in one solar period, there was always another; there was always another wave.

    Tige sat in his robe and pajamas on one of the couches in the solarium watching the morning sun get stronger, watching the streams of light come through the bars on the windows, hoping that the attendant would not yet realize that he was not in his room, which was where he should have been until breakfast which was still two hours away. He had done this so many times in the past but he was never discouraged from continuing to enjoy his moment of peace, but rather would endure the lectures from the staff about how everyone there must obey the rules so that all there could accomplish what they came there for.

    The reward that he got from this solitude was worth any reprimand which may have followed from the staff. He knew that his time remaining there was brief and he could continue this practice somewhere else. This was his time to savor the self-induced, companion-until-death torment brought about by events which had happened before and could not be changed. This was his time to not only enjoy the companionship of hope for tomorrow, but also to flog himself with memories and guilt for things that he had been instrumental in bringing to existence. He had to torture himself for what he had done or for what he had not done. With an almost painful enjoyment, Tige watched the single line of gray smoke from his cigarette and recalled the days past. He watched the ashes fall off like expended days gone by. He watched the orange line of fire racing toward its end.

    Again, comments welcome.
    The book can be purchased at barnesandnoble.com, amazon.com, authorhouse.com and many more sites. Thank you. Tony Carmine.

    posted 7 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Dr. Bill R. Path

    Dr. Bill R. Path says

    Cindy,

    I so appreciate you accepting my Shelfari friendship request. If you are interested, I would like to invite you to be among the first readers to review my new book "Moments of Forever: Discovering the True Power and Importance of Your Life" (a registered Shelfari title). It is a practical study in metaphysics that will help you find greater meaning in your life. It has been available for just a few weeks but it has already gained much acclaim within the large iUniverse publishing house—receiving the “Editor’s Choice” award and being honored as a “Rising Star” title. “Moments of Forever” is a book that will benefit and enrich the lives of people for many years to come. Please help me launch this very special book with your personal Shelfari review.

    Thank you!

    posted 7 months ago. ( send a note )
  • GerriBowen

    GerriBowen says

    Thank you, Cindy! It was fun wearing it.

    posted 11 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Michael Berish

    Michael Berish says

    Cindy,
    No, I haven't. I have exhausted myself trying to promote this book. I had a professional website (www.realmiamivice.con) done and a blogsite (www.realmiamivice.net), been on book tours, book signings, been a guest speaker at Sleuthfest, plus E.Howard Hunt gave me this review:
    “That fellow (Berish) has a real talent for writing a story. That’s excellent work.”
    E. Howard Hunt
    (C.I.A. spy, American author of 63 novels & coordinator of the Watergate break-in)
    Plus, my novel won 2nd Place in Best Fiction Novel last year with the P.S.W.A.
    REFLECTIONS FROM THE PIT by Michael Berish was awarded BEST FICTION NOVEL (2nd Place) published in 2007 by the Public Safety Writers Association’s at their annual writing competition held in Las Vegas, Nevada on April 27, 2008.

    Judge’s comments on book:
    “This is an intriguing book with many fascinating stories that certainly reveal a side of police work that’s seldom written about or shown on television. The author has a unique voice with a spark of humor that keeps the reader turning the pages. The characters were three-dimensional and intriguing to read about—police and criminals. All the dialogue was crisp and realistic. For anyone wanting to know the nitty-gritty and often dark side of police work, this is the book to read…”

    I don't know what more I can do. I have spent so many hours, time, and money on this book, this past year, that I have written absolutely nothing. So, as of January 1, I am starting my new novel (leaving my website and blog site up), but not putting any more effort into my current book. It has wound me down to a knub.
    Mike Berish

    posted 11 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Linda B

    Linda B says

    ASKING FOR AN ABUNDANCE OF BLESSINGS FOR YOU CINDY. I FEEL YOUR LOSS AS I WAS DOWNSIZED IN 1995 THEN HAD A DOUBLE STROKE IN 1997. I AM SURE THAT READERS WILL UNDERSTAND IF YOU NO LONGER HOLD ANY CONTESTS.

    posted 11 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Steven Preece

    Steven Preece says

    Cindy, many thanks for inviting me onto your site as a member.

    Best Wishes

    Steven Preece

    posted 11 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Erin Quinn

    Erin Quinn says

    Wow, what a small world! I still have quite a bit of family in the Kansas City area, although I don't make it back very much. My immediate family is spread out from Arizona to Colorado to New York. Makes life crazy enough.

    Sounds like you have had a very interesting journey in publishing. Isn't it grand? ha ha!

    Thanks for saying hi!

    posted 11 months ago. ( send a note )
  • June B

    June B says

    Hi Carol,
    I just finished reading the Glock and The Bible Audrey Chadwick
    and I'm now reading Miss Julia takes over. Bye, Ann. Ross


    June

    posted 11 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Linda B

    Linda B says

    HI CINDY! DO YOU RUN CONTESTS WITH BOOKS AS PRIZES? I DON'T THINK I EVER READ YOU BEFORE THANKS TO MY SCROOGE DH. LOL

    posted 11 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Atfish/Crosswayz

    Atfish/Crosswayz says

    Hey, thanks for the invite! Fun site.

    posted 11 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Donna B

    Donna B says

    Hi Cindy! Long time since I've heard from you! If you get a chance. Take a look at my website. djbnovels.com. Have a merry Christ-filled Christmas! Donna

    posted 11 months ago. ( send a note )
  • GerriBowen

    GerriBowen says

    Hi, Cindy!

    posted 11 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Linda B

    Linda B says

    MERRY CHRISTMAS CINDY!!

    posted 11 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Michael Berish

    Michael Berish says

    Thanks for clicking on me, and if you get a chance, check out my book.
    Lt. Michael Berish (Retired-M.P.D.) of the REAL Miami Vice!
    Author of “REFLECTIONS FROM THE PIT”
    This book pulls no punches. It shows you the dark side of police work: the good, the bad and the ugly (warts & all), both the humor and the tragedy.
    WEBSITE: www.realmiamivice.com
    BLOG SITE: www.realmiamivice.net
    The BLOG SITE has a potpourri of interesting materials; it has tons of videos: everything from weird 911 calls; the most unusual people and situations one would ever encounter; cop blunders on the street; a wonderful site on animals that love from the heart; informative photos with text about the myths of the Old West like the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral, Wyatt Earp, Doc Holliday, Billy the Kid; radio interviews about Mike's career on the force; and music from Romantic Latin songs, Italian Love songs, the Blues and some Country, to Rock ‘N Roll and Pop music. It's a must see; guaranteed to make you smile, hopefully laugh, and maybe even touch a few heart strings.
    MERRY CHRISTMAS---CLICK HERE: http://www.mesasoftware.com/merrychristmas.htm

    posted 11 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Ivana Hruba

    Ivana Hruba says

    Hi Cindy, it's nice to meet you. Cheers, Ivana

    posted 11 months ago. ( send a note )
  • SHELIA C

    SHELIA C says

    welcome cindy.

    posted 11 months ago. ( send a note )
  • June B

    June B says

    Hi Ciindy!

    It's nice to meet you.

    June

    posted 11 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Jessie L

    Jessie L says

    Hi Cindy:
    Just wondering how you are doing with your books since you were released from your contract with PA. I am still seeking a publisher and an agent. Have you found an agent yet and when are you planning to re-publish your books? Jessie Best jl.best@rogers.com

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • Ida P

    Ida P says

    Dear Cindy,
    Thank you so much for being my friend.

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )
  • Author & Book Promotions

    Author & Book Promotions says

    Hi Cindy,

    If you haven't already you should check out Twilight Times Books.

    posted 1 year ago. ( send a note )