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A Reading from "An Expected End", by Amanda Creasey
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Amanda Creasey, an accomplished educator, author, and outdoors writer, shares a poignant excerpt from her debut novel, "An Expected End."
The novel is a piece of literary speculative fiction set in a near future where individuals can learn the precise moment of their death. However, Amanda emphasizes that the narrative isn't about death but centers on life, exploring themes of time, love, acceptance, and family. The excerpt takes us to the epilogue, where Marshall, the protagonist, reflects on life's transient beauty after celebrating his daughter Eden's birthday. Through Marshall's contemplation, the narrative beautifully intertwines memories of his past, the enduring impact of Penelope, and the significance of quality over quantity in the measurement of time.
Amanda's writing captures the essence of being human, cherishing fleeting moments, and finding profound meaning in the ordinary.
Amanda's Website: AmandaSueCreasey.com
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Get to Know Amanda:
Amanda is a high school English teacher and the Outdoors Writer for Cooperative Living Magazine. She holds an undergraduate degree in German, English, and Secondary Education from Michigan State University, and a graduate degree in Creative Writing from the University of Denver.
Her work appears in three Chicken Soup for the Soul books, and her poetry, outdoor journalism, and nature photography have earned recognition from The Poetry Society of Virginia and Virginia Outdoor Writers Association.
When she isn’t writing, she enjoys hiking, walking, and standup paddleboarding with her dogs, as well as running and reading. A member of James River Writers, the Poetry Society of Virginia, and Virginia Outdoor Writers Association, she resides in Virginia, with her husband; Archie the rescue parrot; and two rescue dogs, Nacho and Soda, chihuahua mix littermates who rule the house. Her debut novel, An Expected End, launched in October.
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