Pieces of Dark, Pieces of Light with Author Linda W. Rooks

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"The basic premise of the event is that hunters hunt rattlesnakes from the surrounding environment all across West Texas, and bring them into the roundup for the weekend. And during the roundup, these snakes are kept in a pit and then, one by one, beheaded and skinned in front of in front of audiences." - Elizabeth MeLampy Elizabeth MeLampy is a lawyer dedicated to animal rights and protection, and her passion for this work shines through in her latest book, Forget the Camel, the Madcap World of Animal Festivals and What They Say About Being Human . To research the book, Elizabeth traveled across the country, immersing herself in a wide range of animal festivals — from the Iditarod dog sled race to the rattlesnake roundup in Sweetwater, Texas. Elizabeth examines these festivals as revealing microcosms of our broader relationship with animals. Whether it's rattlesnake hunts, frog-jumping contests, ostrich races, or groundhog celebrations, these events reflect the ways humans use animals to express cultural identity, community pride, and historical traditions. Yet beneath the pageantry and excitement lies a deeper question: Is our fascination with these spectacles worth the toll it takes on the animals involved? With compassion and insight, Elizabeth invites readers to consider whether there’s a more ethical and empathetic way to honor our stories — one that respects both animals and the traditions they inspire. Please listen, share and read, Forget the Camel. It will be released on April 8th, 2025. https://apollopublishers.com/index.php/forget-the-camel/…

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In her debut suspense thriller, Linda W. Rooks dives into a futuristic world of international politics and time travel where adventure and mystery reign, but hope remains king. She is an award-winning author with her previous non-fiction books, and her newest book, Pieces of Dark, Pieces of Light, is a 2022 ACFW Carol Award Semi-Finalist and an AWSA Golden Scroll Award Finalist.

Pieces of Dark, Pieces of Light is endorsed by congressmen, military leaders, authors of suspense and inspiration, and an Emmy-nominated writer for Bob Hope. Over 100 of Linda’s writings have appeared in publications across the U.S., including multiple editions of Chicken Soup for the Soul as well as articles in Focus on the Family, HomeLife, and Today’s Christian Woman. She is best known for her books on marriage and has appeared on numerous TV, radio, and podcast interviews across the North American continent. She is also the author of The Bunny Side of Easter, a children’s book that uses the heroism of a little bunny to point children to the true hero of Easter.

Linda received a B.A. in Creative Writing from San Francisco State University. She and her husband Marv live in Maitland, Florida, and have two adult daughters and five grandchildren. Her husband Marv is a retired professor at Barry University School of Law.

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FORGOTTEN DANGERS.
FAMILY SECRETS.
AN UNKNOWN FATE.

In 2052, weapons of mass destruction are relics of the past until an unlikely discovery in Tajikistan thrusts their danger into the present. To keep terrorists away from the weapons, US leaders call on American diplomat Janssen LaMarche, whose diplomatic skills, family connections, and charismatic personality make him uniquely qualified to avert a world crisis. But before LaMarche begins his mission, doctors identify a health problem as terminal. Now forced to wage a life-and-death battle for himself, he must first travel back in time where an unknown fate awaits him, and family secrets on two continents come to light.

As a world crisis moves the plot through suspenseful twists and surprises, at the heart of the story is the personal saga of a man on a mission and the women who fear for his life.

Connect with Linda W. Rooks

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Pieces of Dark, Pieces of Light with Author Linda W. Rooks

The Tricia Goyer Show

published about a year ago

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More about Pieces of Dark, Pieces of Light

FORGOTTEN DANGERS.
FAMILY SECRETS.
AN UNKNOWN FATE.

As a world crisis moves the plot through suspenseful twists and surprises, at the heart of the story is the personal saga of a man on a mission and the women who fear for his life.

Pieces of Dark, Pieces of Light is now FREE on KU + $2.99 to purchase!

Connect with Linda W. Rooks

Website | Pinterest | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram

Don't forget to subscribe + leave us a rating and review! Be sure to visit the full show notes and listen to other episodes at thetriciagoyershow.com.

And check out my newest book Beyond the Gray Mountains at https://triciagoyer.com/big-sky-series/!

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