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Tina Marie

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***Spamming me is a sure way not to get your book read (No matter how great it may be). But, I DO RETURN ALL READS, so if you've backed mine, I will definitely read yours.***

I live in Northern Ohio with my husband and spoiled rotten Shih-Tzu. I have worked in the Insurance and Financial Services industry for more then ten years. But my real passion is writing. I have been writing since I learned how to hold a pencil. About a year ago, after receiving encouragement from a client of mine, I have decided to try and get published. Not an easy feat. But more than anything writing is in my blood. My day is not complete until I write at least one paragragh of something useful. My second passion is reading. I love a good story that pulls me in and makes me feel as if I am living it. I also enjoy autobiographies.

I would like to connect with other writers since none of my family or friends partake in the craft. It would be nice to be able to share things with others who know what it means when I say, "I can't go a day without writing." Someone that understands what it's like to live inside your own mind and to fall in love with characters and story.

I have uploaded portions of two of my novels that I hope to have published. I've also uploaded a complete screenplay. The formatting of the screenplay was altered as I uploaded it to this site, but it should still be readable. I would like some feedback. Ideas for things to add or delete, pacing, prose, etc. Getting feedback from other published or aspiring writers would mean a lot to me. I often worry that my friends and family just tell me what I want to hear.

***I am actively seeking representation of an agent and may be contacted via e-mail at: t_marie_0327@ymail.com.***

*** I return all reads.

I will back your book if it contains at least ONE of the following criteria:
*Interesting premise
*Strong characterization
*Great writing

Based on the limited amount of time I have online, I only comment when I feel the story is truly worthy by offering a good premise, strong characters and great writing.

favourite books

Pride and Prejudice and Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen have been long time favorites of mine.

My Sister's Keeper and The Pact by Jodi Picoult are also favorites.

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Undesirable Circumstances

Tina Marie

Shelby has been in love with Noah since puberty. He hates her. Their lives come crashing down when their parents get engaged to be married.


The once popular Shelby Morgan has been in love with Noah Malone since puberty. Noah, once the biggest geek in school, has hated her ever since she broke his heart in eighth grade.

In their senior year of high school, it seems they're living in an alternate universe where Shelby has become a social pariah and Noah is revered as a God. Both of their worlds come tumbling down when they learn that her mother and his father are not only dating but that they are moving in together and getting married.

Tensions run high as the two learn to deal with their new living arrangements. To make matters worse, their parents request that they perform the song for their wedding dance. But when Shelby starts dating bad boy Kellen, and hanging out with the "In" crowd again, things begin to change for the both of them. Just when it seems Shelby has crossed over to the dark side, Noah realizes he's in love with her. His startling confession sends Shelby into an angry Kellen's arms who's decided he's done playing second fiddle to Noah. Will Noah be able to get to her before it's too late?

 

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(rafica_4ndaye@yahoo.com) My name is rafica i saw your profile toda....

JohnDoe wrote 277 days ago

I'm messaging some folk here not for myself but for another writer an....

homewriter wrote 373 days ago

Go on Tina, put mine on that empty shelf! I'll love you for ever! Gor....

homewriter wrote 387 days ago

Dear Tina, Do you fancy a read of something a bit different? If so ....

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Hello Ms. Marie: "An Unfinished Innocence" explores adulterous alc....

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I wrote 732 days ago

This is a truly enjpyable story from beginning to end. Great characterization! I like your style of writing, though I would recommend tightening the dialogue just a bit. There is a bit of repitition here and there. And, I would love to see you add more descriptions of setting and feelings. I think i... view book

I wrote 734 days ago

Thanks for the mistake! It's much appreciated. I'll be sure to do the same for you just in case! As far as your comment about the thunder and lightning, That's hilarious! view book

I wrote 737 days ago

I was pulled in immediately by the pitch and once I started reading, I couldn't stop. The story is very entertaining right from the start. I like your style of writing and the pacing is fantastic. Backed with pleasure. Good luck! Tina Marie (Undesirable Circumstances) view book

I wrote 738 days ago

Very well written and paced. Great characterization. An enjoyable story. Good luck. Tina Marie (Undesirable Circumstances) view book

I wrote 738 days ago

The dialogue flowed well and and you have very good characterization. I enjoyed the story. Good luck. Tina (Undesirable Circumstances) view book

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