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Pretty Monster by M. Raye Turner - October 2008
Profile Information
- Hometown:
- Suburbs of IL
- Currently Reside In: (City, State, Country)
- Midwest
- I'm a . . .
- Reader, Writer, Performer
- Website:
- http://www.mrayeturner.com
- Have You "Freed Your Inner Book" Yet?
- Yes
- What You Need to Know About Me:
- M. Raye Turner – Author of Pretty Monster is a Chicago native and is currently working on her next novel in addition to developing projects for stage, television and film.
Turners’ inspiration comes from her love of reading and writing outside of academia. Influenced by life and passion, she has been writing stories and characters in her head for decades. Her passion for education has professionally led her to work as a student advocate in various capacities from elementary to the graduate level, exemplifying leadership, relationship building, and advisement.
Currently Turner is a consultant residing in the Midwest with her two children who she affectionately calls Twinkie Pickles and Reverend Chubby Cheeks.
Faith Works Productions, LLC
Email: MRayeTurner@yahoo.com
Website: mRayeturner.com
Pretty Monster - Synopsis
A powerfully portrayed story told with raw honesty and love...
Take a laugh out loud, tear jerking ride as you experience the life and times of Tangie Waters, a resilient daddy’s girl and go-getter. This attention-grabbing tale of a young woman’s determination to be at peace leaves one questioning their own maturity. Despite her monstrous ego, Tangie finds humility through her faith in God and the wisdom of her grandparents as she strives towards higher education while overcoming constant setbacks, family woes, and the complexities of being a single mother.
Flowing through life with torrent music Pretty Monster is an alluring tale that speaks to young women everywhere; from the inner cities to the tree lined streets of the American suburbs.
Take a laugh out loud, tear jerking ride as you experience the life and times of Tangie Waters, a resilient daddy’s girl and go-getter. This attention-grabbing tale of a young woman’s determination to be at peace leaves one questioning their own maturity. Despite her monstrous ego, Tangie finds humility through her faith in God and the wisdom of her grandparents as she strives towards higher education while overcoming constant setbacks, family woes, and the complexities of being a single mother.
Flowing through life with torrent music Pretty Monster is an alluring tale that speaks to young women everywhere; from the inner cities to the tree lined streets of the American suburbs.
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