shirley dicks

83, Female

United States

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Something About Me and My Book:: I moved to Tn when my oldest son was wrongly convicted and sent to death row. I started writing at this time and wrote our story and then went on to write other books. My life story was the third one published after Death Row, and Victims. Then I wrote From Vietnam To Hell, Congregation of the Condemned, Young Blood, Road Angels, Long Journey Home, The Choice Is Yours and A Mothers Torment.

I wrote articles that were published in magazines and was on Geraldo, Maury, Sally, Jerry Springer, Rolonda and The Shirley SHow in Canada. The BBC then did a documentary on my life that was play ed overseas.

My youngest son and I spoke out on the Journey of Hope each year in a different state. That's two weeks of speaking out against the death penalty and more violence, creating more victims. Sister Helen Prejean, author of Dead Man Walking also speaks out on the Journey as does Sam Shepperd who is the son of Dr Sam Shepherd convicted of killing his mother and sentenced to die. Sam has spent his whole life trying to prove his innocence. The movie, THe Fugitive is based on his story.

I also went on TN death row and five of the guys came out to do a DVD called The Choice Is Yours where they talk to the kids about the dangers of doing drugs, alcohol and hanging in gangs, and wiht the wrong kind of people. The video I take to schools and speak to the kids to try and stop them before they end up in prison, or death row. www.thechoiceisyours.org

When my oldest son was killed in 99, I started the Jeff Dicks Coalition, www.jeffdicks.org to save prisoners from medical neglect, and to stop the murdering of these prisoners by being denied their medication.

Last year I lost my youngest and only son left, and since then I haven't been able to speak out. I will be sending out my book to see about getting it made into a movie. I never knew which company took out the option so will just have to send it out blind....
Website:: http://www.amotherstorment.com

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Sandra Dutton

Shirley,
Thank you for the invitation.
Sandra Dutton
www.SandraDutton.com

Jul 7, 2007
Annie Lawrence

Hi Shirley,
Thanks for the invitation to be your friend. I just returned from TN for a family reunion. I grew up there and hadn't been back in a while.

Thanks for the work that you are doing. It is great when people take a tragedy and turn it into a mission to help and do great work. I know that our youth will benefit from the work that you are doing.

blessings,
Annie Lawrence
www.retreatandheal.com

Jul 7, 2007
N.W. Smith

Thanks for the invitation.

Jul 9, 2007
Deborah J. Fischer

Hello Shirley!
Thanks for your invite, and I'd be honored to be your friend!
Blessings,
Deborah

Jul 10, 2007
Jane Castillo

Thanks for the invitation.

:-)

Jul 10, 2007
Stephanie Gunning

Thanks for the invitation. If it's at all helpful to you as a writer, there are some free resources for authors that are accessible on my website: http://stephaniegunning.com/info/index.html.
Good luck with your marketing efforts.
Best,
Stephanie Gunning

Jul 19, 2007
Judy H. Wright

hello from beautiful Montana: I am sorry you have suffered the loss of two sons. That is every mother's worst nightmare.

Judy H. Wright
www.ArtichokePress.com
www.AskAuntieArtichoke.com

Jul 19, 2007
david b mclaughlin

Thanks for the invite!

http://www.davidbmclaughlin.com

Jul 19, 2007
Dawn Anfuso

Hi Shirley:
check out TriCoast Studios

someone just sent me this message:

TriCoast Studios ... is looking for new authors so if you want to send some unpublished or self published authors (murder, romance, mystery types) you can send them our way. Authors coming our way will have a better chance to have their works looked at for movies and or TV possibilities as the studio is always looking for new works. The new authors will have a better possibility of getting their work looked by our studio than a traditional publishing company which has to publish the works then search for another outlet if they are so inclined. Or, have an authors agent do it. This way should make it easier for authors than the traditional way.

Have them check out the studio website: www.tricoast.com and then send e-mail queries to me at: SteveR@tricoast.com . or call 310-458-7707.

i hope this helps,

Dawn

Jul 19, 2007
Donna Gunter

Hi Shirley--

Thanks for the invitation. I look forward to getting to know you better.

Warmly,
Donna
Online Biz Resource Queen (TM)
http://www.OnlineBizU.com

Jul 20, 2007
Judith Shahverdian

Dear Shirley,

Thank you for the invitation. What you have gone through and what you have accomplished is a testimony to your strength.

I look forward to speaking with you
Judith

Jul 20, 2007
Frances Hunter

Thanks so much for the invitation. We look forward to being part of the network!

Liz Clare
co-author, To the Ends of the Earth: The Last Journey of Lewis and Clark
Silver Medalist, 2007 Independent Publisher Book Awards
website: http://frances-hunter.com
book trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLNf3nalkbA

Jul 20, 2007
Ann Stewart

You bet I want to be your friend, Shirley! You're some lady and doing a lot of good through your writing and standing for the Truth!

Bless you and trust you will touch many!

Ann Stewart
http://lifealteringwords.com

Jul 20, 2007
Jack Elias

Thanks for asking to be my friend! If you would like to receive my free ezine, Finding True Magic Hypno Tips, please go to my homepage, www.FindingTrueMagic.com, and subscribe.

Peace,
Jack

Jul 21, 2007
William R. Patterson

Shirley,

Thank you for the invite.

As my compliments, here are four FREE wealth-building gifts valued at $297 - http://www.baronseries.com/freegifts.htm

With every good wish,
William R. Patterson
Award-Winning Lecturer
Bestselling Co-author of The Baron Son
www.baronseries.com

Jul 21, 2007
Frances Hunter

Shirely, collaboration as sisters is the most fun we have ever had. Hope you and your sister decide to pursue the romance novel!

Liz Clare
co-author, To the Ends of the Earth: The Last Journey of Lewis and Clark
Silver Medalist, 2007 Independent Publisher Book Awards
website: http://frances-hunter.com
book trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLNf3nalkbA

Jul 23, 2007
Reecy Aresty

Hello Shirley!

Thanks for contacting me.

I’m Reecy Aresty, a financial advisor since 1977, creator of The High School Blog.com, The College Blog.com, and author of How To Pay For College Without Going Broke, an invaluable, critically-acclaimed, parent/student manual. Presented in two parts (admissions & paying for college), it is the only book of its kind also available in Spanish.

My e-books, reports, and consulting services offer students, parents and grandparents of high school and/or college students (a niche market in the10’s of millions), time-tested techniques to get into the college of their choice, and legal strategies to pay less than they ever dreamed possible.

Unless your list is mainly the under 40 crowd, I definitely have something to offer you - commissions as high as 50%! Please visit my website, www.paylessforcollege.com. To sign-up as an Affiliate, go to www.thecollegeblog.com/jamaffiliates, and we’d sure appreciate your passing this on to any of your affiliates you think may be interested. We pay overrides on two levels of commissions.

Next week we will have the official launching of www.TheHighShoolblog.com and www.TheCollegeBlog.com

Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to discussing this with you in greater detail.

Sincerely,

Reecy Aresty

Jul 23, 2007
Judith Shahverdian

Hi Shirley!

I know marketing is hard. I have a heavy traffic web site but sales are slim. I'm looking to revamp my sales page and get into more exposure. Have you tired social bookmarking like stumble or delicious? . It's a great way to get exposure . I know they helped with my main website so I'm now using them for my book sales page. Also set up a page on squidoo that helps too.
Have a great day
Judith

Jul 23, 2007
ladyewolfe69

Hi,

Thanks for the invite!
Your book sounds very emotional and inspirational!

Sincerely,
Tamelia

Jul 26, 2007
John Fielder

Hi Shirley,
My heart goes out to you. We all think we have it hard at times. I feel very blessed that alongside of yours my problems fall into insgnificance.
John

Jul 26, 2007
Linda Alexander

Shirley:

Thx for the friend invite. You appear to be an amazing woman, strong beyond your awareness. I appreciate having the chance to meet you.

Blessings -- Linda Alexander
Books for The Thinking Reader
www.lindajalexander.net
www.authorsden.com/lindajalexander

Jul 26, 2007
SusieSunshine

Thank you, Shirley, for inviting me to be in your friends' circle! I am looking forward to interacting with you!

Blessings from my spirit to your spirit!
Susie

Jul 26, 2007
Raffa Predieri

Hello Shirley, thank you for inviting me to your circle of friends!
I read a bit of your story on your blog. Don't know what to say, cannot even begin imagining what it would be like to go through what you've been through. And yet, I only see positiveness and I admire you for your subsequent actions - like educating kids using first hand death row experiences. Well done and well doing!
Love&Light,
Raffa

Jul 27, 2007
Peter Bowerman

Thanks Shirley,

Wow - what an incredible story. Can't imagine... I wish you the best with all of it.

PB

Jul 27, 2007
Pamela Petruschke

You have certainly had more than your share of personal hardship. I wish you healing and encouragment in your struggle to move on.

PamelaP

Jul 27, 2007
Elisa Mayo

Shirley,

Through your heartache, I am sure, many words of wisdom have come--enabling you to reach out to others in pain. God Bless.

To God Be The Glory,

Elisa -- www.elisamayo.com

Jul 28, 2007
Miriam Jacobs

Hello sweet friend!

Just passing through to wish you love, peace, joy and blessings!

Mimi

Jul 29, 2007
R. C. BECKOM

May the power of the Living God bestow upon you his blessing in love,riches and glory . thanks , I would love 2 b your friend, may you stay strong in your struggle to keep keeping on.

Jul 30, 2007
Judith Briles

I cringe when I read stories such as yours; when there is a nano-chance that someone has been wrongly accused, everything needs to be done to verify it...too many screw-ups happen. Here's to your tenacity Shirley.

Jul 31, 2007
Deborah W.

I am so very pleased to meet you...you are phenomenal.

Jul 31, 2007
Kelly Komm

Nice to meet you, Shirley!

Jul 31, 2007
Jeremy Twigg

Hi Shirley,

Great content on your page. Thanks for sharing.

Jul 31, 2007
Malinda Mitchell

Hi Shirley,

Thanks for the invitation to be your friend. I gladly accept. Your books should do really well.

I wish you the very best,

Malinda

Aug 15, 2007
tpier

Hi Shirley, thanks for the invitation. I'm delighted to be your friend.

Pier

Aug 17, 2007
PG Forte

hi, Shirley. Thanks for the add. Your books sound very inspiring. Good luck to you!

Aug 25, 2007
Gene McVay

Dear Shirley, How do you set up a book signing event in the first place? I read your book signing tips, thanks.
Gene

Sep 4, 2007
R. C. BECKOM

thanks 4 the invite , like some of your method, wish you well

Sep 19, 2007
Gene McVay

Thanks for providing the insight on setting up a book signing. My book, Top Gun Management, is available online at Amazon.com etc. It takes a long time to get in local bookstores, if ever. I am in demand as a public speaker and my book is always mentioned when I am introduced. Several people want to know where they can get a copy and many are not Internet literate. I just explained this in a letter to a local Waldenbooks store in the mall and asked if they would carry my book on consignment. I am interested in their response.

Sep 19, 2007
Abe F. March

Your work is impressive. It is amazing what one can do with persistence.
I wish you continued success.
Abe

Dec 2, 2007
Rosemary Morris

Shirley,

Thank you for asking me to be your friend.

My heart goes out to you,

All the best,
Rosemary Morris
www.rosemarymorris.co.uk
www.rosemarymorris.blogspot.com

Dec 2, 2007
Dennis Lindey

Shirley,

Thanks for the invite!

What an amazing story of love and persistance. I'll look forward to getting to know you and learning from your insights!

Vaya con Dios!
Dennis

Dec 2, 2007
Helen Wisocki

Hi Shirley,

Thanks for the invite! You are an amazing woman!!

Helen

Dec 2, 2007
Helen Wisocki

Shirley,
Your new book sounds great--and will be a new direction for your writing. It sounds like a lot of fun!
Helen

Dec 3, 2007
Valerie Anne Faulkner

Shirley, Thank you for the invite. I always like to check out everyone I meet and I must say....after seeing your web-site... I'm moved, and I am glad you are my friend.
Thanks again, Valerie

P.S. I have a son......I felt your pain, God be with you.

Dec 3, 2007
Dennis Lindey

Shirley,

After losing my Mom, almost 4 years ago. I've come to the understanding that I will be happy for the sadness that comes with losing someone special. Because that means they had brought joy to my life. Not just another person passing through my life that either didn't matter. Or someone that had made my life a little worse for their presence and brightened it when they left.

So, I'll be happy for the sadness you feel because it's only in your heart because you had great joy while they were here with you.

Dec 4, 2007
Helen Wisocki

Hi Shirley,
I had a thought about finding the men over 50 for your next book--go back to the women in your book and see if they know a man who will give you the same kind of input. Best of luck on your new adventure--may it be a happy and fulfilling one!

Dec 4, 2007
Dennis Lindey

Shirley,

Thank you for your kind remarks about my book! As you know it means a lot when it comes from another author!

I saw a little of Road Angels. What kind of Honda did you ride? This is my 5th bike it's a Honda VTX-1300C, with a few mods... imagine that.

Dec 5, 2007
Theresa E. Grant

Hi shirley,
Thanks for adding me as a friend.

Dec 6, 2007
Alex Beecroft

Thanks for adding me as a friend, Shirley! I was interested to read what you wrote about virtual book tours. It's good to know :)

Dec 7, 2007
Gloria Jean Richmond

Dearest Shirley,

My heart and prayers go out to you as you continue to seek way to express your truly God-Given-Gift. Thanks for inviting me into your circle.

Peace & Love,
Gloria Jean

Dec 7, 2007