1976... The maple tree where we boys processed things.

It’s rewarding and humbling to see reviews trickling in.

One of the things I constantly asked myself while writing this story was, "Why do this?" I still can’t answer that question for myself. I do hold to the idea that maybe it’s for Mom and Pop, Garnna, Shelam, Carrie, Danny, Joe, and Lamech? Maybe it’s for the Cooper’s and the other characters in my life? I’m not sure. Those of you that have read it know that it’s not a happy story or one of any sort of groundbreaking knowledge. It’s not a self help book, and it doesn’t answer any questions.

As they say, "I can’t call it - I’m too close to the forest to see the trees."

I feel I’ve reached some finish line but I am unable to say I’m happy about it. I am relieved that the heavy lifting is done; I can say, "I’ve finished this work." But, there’s this little torment within me that keeps pushing, "Get it out there - keep casting the line - throw it as far away from you as you can - ship it - leave it in a crack - give it away - drop it by air - squirrel it where someone will find it!"

I’ve been told to, "Share the burden." So, If you are able, if you care to, if you found something in my story that I can’t see, please go to the following links and share your thoughts.  

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/55376195-the-bird-s-road

https://www.inkshares.com/books/the-birds-road

https://www.amazon.com/Birds-Road.../dp/1950301354

Thanks for your interest and support.

Sharek  

It’s rewarding to see assessments like this.

Hello All,

As of today, July the 6th, 2001, I am an author. I’m no longer a writer, just an author. 

I’ve been looking at the status (see Big Red Arrow) of this project since 2016. Until today, it always registered, "IN PRODUCTION."

Paperbacks shipped from California last Tuesday and should be landing in the Midwest this week. Ebook versions were sent on the 1st of July to the email address you provided to Inkshares. If any of you have any issues, feel free to let me know - but also - let Inkshares know at hello@inkshares.com

Way back in 2016, I needed your help to produce my story, and here it is. You are the foundation of this effort and that means a lot to me. I know that you may well have no interest in this book and were simply supporting me because of what I am to you or what someone I know is to you. That’s how the world works. It’s kind of a beautiful thing. 

If I may, I have one final ask of you and it is this: If you read my story and find any value in it, please hit the following link and leave a review - tell the world what you liked or didn’t like; let people know what you gleaned. Or, don’t, that’s okay too. 

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/55376195-the-bird-s-road#other_reviews

I’ve written it several times but it’s as heartfelt today as it was in 2016...

I appreciate your support,

Sharek

Hello All,

Hello All,

Sharek