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One Small Cemetery

2 May, 2017 by Writer Leave a Comment

One Small Cemetery

Author

Steven L. Rubcic

Author Bio

As your author, I will bring over 25 years of criminal investigative experience to the table. Through my series of books titled, One Small Cemetery, and beginning with Book 1: Kellie’s Story, I present a seldom seen perspective by telling the story as I lived it. I witnessed the victimization of so many innocent people; families, friends and officers alike. I was there for the long hours, sleepless nights, and even the nightmares; playing a part in the events from start to finish. To augment my memories, over the years I have amassed a significant amount of research material to include court transcripts, grand jury testimony, offense reports, newspaper articles, photos, notes and interviews with two of the convicted murders. Additionally, I’ve had personal conversations with other significant characters in this as well as other projects I am considering.

I started my career as a Chief of Police for the small town of Lyman, Wyoming, followed by positions as a deputy sheriff and investigations supervisor for the Uinta County Sheriff’s Office and as a special agent for the Wyoming Attorney General’s Office, Division of Criminal Investigation. At the request of the Uinta County Sheriff, I ultimately returned to the sheriff’s office to head a cold case homicide task force that continued the investigation into the capital punishment case, as well as several other unsolved homicides. After retiring from the sheriff’s office, I couldn’t shake my passion for seeking justice and eventually ventured to Afghanistan where, for several years, I trained and mentored the Afghan National Police. Upon fully retiring I plan on continuing to utilize my experience and investigative skills by devoting full time to researching and writing in the nonfiction/true crime genre

Description

As told through the author’s eyes, the series, One Small Cemetery chronicles the events surrounding a chain of brutal homicides and the resulting indelible imprint that remains in the minds and hearts of so many innocent individuals in the rural ranching communities of southwest Wyoming.

The journey begins with One Small Cemetery, Book 1: Kellie’s Story. Shortly after the author, Steve Rubcic, became a police officer in 1974, the tiny close-knit ranching communities of Uinta County, Wyoming were shocked by four homicides in less than 45 days. Three victims were local and the fourth was a Utah Highway Patrolman who was murdered a scant 15 miles from the state line. The populace soon began to wonder if their small county harbored four separate murderers or perhaps a serial killer. At the time, no one would have believed that spawned not from outsiders but from this fiercely resilient, self-reliant, pioneer progeny, even more cold-blooded killers would soon surface; the likes of which modern-day Wyoming had never seen. Violence struck the county once again, when between 1976 and 1979 seven more victims lost their lives. Were they connected to the recent resurgence of satanic cult activities, the mysterious cattle mutilations that had plagued the county over the past few years or senseless acts of random violence?

Book 1: Kellie’s Story, will delve into the investigation surrounding the heinous murder of 15-year-old Kellie Wyckhuyse. She was kidnapped and her sexually mutilated body was found several months later in the badlands of southwest Wyoming. As Book 1 concludes, a false alibi from one and perjured testimony from another frees a suspected killer. While one of Kellie’s accused killers is found not guilty, the investigation continues into those who were complicit in her tragic death.

In future books in the series, the reader will learn how, at the direction of one sociopathic individual, a prominent Evanston, Wyoming attorney, his wife and son were murdered in their beds when a 36-stick dynamite bomb was dropped through a basement window. Finally, a prospective Grand Jury witness, with a darker side, was kidnapped; systematically tortured to elicit information and his lifeless body dumped on the cold barren ground overlooking the lights of Bridger Valley.

As his career comes to an end, with the spirits of the dead continuing to haunt him, it is of little consolation that so few were punished. The obsession to fully resolve the cases still burns bright in his mind as the now retired investigator continues to make frequent visits to the cemetery. He still feels as though he has failed to speak for those who can no longer speak for themselves and is haunted by the idea that he may have even caused the death of one.

One Small Cemetery is a true crime account of drugs, greed and friendship that led to betrayal, torture and multiple murders in a small rural area of southwestern Wyoming. Visit the cemetery where the spirits of the victims, their families and murderers will spend eternity; it exists. Stand by the graves and experience for yourself. Read the series; discover the truth . . .

Book excerpt

After the initial photos were taken, Leonard and Steve cordoned off the area with the yellow and black crime scene tape. They started down close to the road and taped off much of the knoll. Leonard then took several additional photos depicting the taped area. That way they would have two sets of scene photographs to present to a jury; one set as the area would have looked prior to discovery and a second showing the general scene after it had been secured.

They had to establish venue by proving the site was in Uinta County, so after the photographs were taken, the deputies located the knoll on the topographic map and recorded the approximate latitude and longitude for future reference. This would enable them to testify that the site was in Uinta County, as well as allow them to relocate the grave even years later, should it become necessary.

Next they took some preliminary measurements of the actual grave and Leonard began gently scraping the dirt away. It was slow, tedious work that neither of them much wanted to do. They had to document the excavation, so Leonard would scrape a little and Steve would snap another picture. The dirt being removed was placed on a large plastic trash bag so it could be sifted later if necessary. Despite the chilly October wind, Leonard and Steve were both pouring sweat. Jamey hadn’t stayed at the Blazer very long and was just sitting there staring at the hole as it took shape. The deputies had been at it for fifteen minutes and had removed around six inches of dirt when Leonard stopped and turned to Steve.

“I’ve got something here, Steve. Go down to my outfit and get that small brush out of the back. See if you can find a spoon or something also.” Leonard said.

Steve didn’t waste any time getting down to the Blazer. He found the brush and dug a spoon out of Leonard’s mess kit and trekked back up the hill. Leonard was just sitting there, legs folded, looking at the scene.

Steve came up behind Leonard and said, “Here’s what you wanted.” Leonard’s head snapped around and he said, “I think we have found her.”

His voice seemed to echo in Steve’s mind. Jamey was up and pacing around the area. He kept glancing toward the deputies but couldn’t or wouldn’t make eye contact with either of them. Steve took more pictures and then Leonard leaned over and went back to the work at hand. He began brushing the dirt away from the object he had uncovered.

“Well, there’s not much doubt what that is, right Steve?”

Steve could see what remained of her left hand sticking up out of the cold, barren ground. It still had the tarnished little charm bracelet dangling from the wrist. A bracelet that once represented the dreams of a little girl now announced her grave. They had finally found her. The wind whipped up and a small dust devil swept through the area as the three just sat there looking at the bracelet.

Author Website

http://www.onesmallcemetery.com/

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“How To Study Smart”

16 February, 2017 by Writer Leave a Comment

Author

Douglas Peterson

Author Bio

The author was born and lives in Oregon. He enjoys fly-fishing, writing, painting, music, and traveling. He and his wife, Sandra have two sons, one daughter-in-law, and two grandsons. Douglas graduated from the University of Oregon, and was awarded his doctorate degree at W.S.C.C. in Portland, Oregon. He was a practicing Chiropractor for seventeen years, and then decided to go into administrative medicine. When not working at his government job or writing, Douglas enjoys the Oregon Coast, and you can often find him walking the beaches, or fishing the coastal streams. “How To Study Smart” is a concise book that he wrote to help struggling students such as himself to achieve better grades, and have more opportunities in life. He has several other books he is currently working on. He recently returned from a fact-finding trip to Princeton, NJ for a work he is hoping to finish soon. His writing subjects vary from instructional such as “How To Study Smart” to historic fiction, comedy./fiction and science fiction.
He currently self-publishes, but is always interested in talking with potential publishers for his works.

Description

This book is a fantastic opportunity for any student to boost his or her study skills. The author shares the frustrations and stories about high school and college. while telling how he suddenly expanded his study skills overnight. This book will take the reader on a journey of humor, intrigue and simple illustrations demonstrating the secrets behind the retention of important information. The author also teaches techniques to help while taking tests. Difficult studies can become easy and confidence will follow. These techniques can help to increase retention of information while reducing the amount of time needed to study.

”. This book was written to help students improve their study skills while reducing the time needed to study.

I was a C+ student for most of my academic career. Then one day, a Dean in a graduate department took 20 minutes to show me how to organize my study notes. For a short time, I forgot about the technique. Then one day in class, I saw a student that I knew was an honors student, using the same technique as I was shown. So I decided to try it. From first, the technique seemed to me a very easy transition and was almost too simplistic to do any good. But I wrong! My grade point average went from about a 2.5 to a 3.5 average. Instead of B’s and C’s and D’s, I was getting A’s and B’s. Suddenly, I was retaining much more information and studying about 1/3 of the time. I actually made the National Dean’s List and graduated with Honors.

Part of the technique involves reorganization of your notes. Once your notes are taken in this style, it then makes it really easy and logical to study. My notes became famous at the school and students actually bought my notes to study. I go over this in the book and how to make some extra money, while not damaging the curve that so many instructors grade on. This secret will teach you how to control a opportunity of what to do when word gets out about your notes.

I cover how improving your grades will expand your goals in life. How what once was not attainable, now is totally within reach.

E-Book Available at Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble.com, Sony Reader.com, I-Books Apple, Kobo, Copia, Gardners, Baker & Taylor, EBookPie and ESentral for only $6.99

Book excerpt

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How to Tweet

6 February, 2017 by Writer Leave a Comment

Author

Kathi Flynn

Author Bio

Kathi Flynn is a mother, teacher, writer, author, entrepreneur, and social media manager. She is very passionate about creativity and writing. She has been teaching for 10+ years and has a blog that offers tips to parents and teachers of children with special needs, especially autism.

She has also been researching and training in the fields of internet marketing and social media for the last 2 years and is now on a path of writing ebooks and assisting others with their social media presence.

Look for more books by this author coming soon to the Kindle Store.

Description

In How To Tweet, The Basics, Kathi Flynn teaches you how to use Twitter in a very simple, conversational tone. After giving you a bit of history, statistics, and definitions, How To Tweet will give you strategies for setting up your Twitter profile (including Twitter on Mobile devices), deciding who to follow, and how to use the Tabs. Most importantly, This first book in the Using Twitter series will offer you the Dos and Don’ts of using Twitter so that you learn the best methods for Twitter success. Once you develop a strategy and adhere to the etiquette advice, you’ll be well on your way to building a following.

Perfect for newbies who need to learn more about how Twitter works, how to tweet, and how to get more followers, How To Tweet, The Basics will answer the most FAQ about Twitter.

Book excerpt

So… you’ve heard about Twitter … (Obviously)! There are now nearly a billion users on Twitter and you must have heard someone talking about it or have recently seen a #hashtag displayed somewhere. You know that people are tweeting about all kinds of things; their favorite recipes, events, television shows, and celebrities. Your favorite celebrities, news anchors, politicians, and brands are also on Twitter. They are tweeting topics that are becoming big trends that everybody is buzzing about. So where have you been? You’re hearing about all the fun… You’re hearing about all the news, branding, and value for business and products… Have you joined the conversation?

Maybe you are very curious about all the hype and you would like to join but are not really sure of how to get started. Maybe you’ve signed up but are not active because you still don’t know how to use Twitter or how to develop a strategy for moving forward. Maybe you just haven’t found the time to read a quick guide that helps to explain it all in a simple and conversational way. Well, hang on tight… You’ve come to the right place….

Whether you represent yourself or your business, Twitter is a platform with tremendous value. This very powerful platform for networking has created raw news, viral campaigns, instantaneous socialization, and entertainment. Are you going to take advantage of the opportunity to inform your potential followers about whatever it is that’s important to you and your business; information, events, products, services? Get in the head of your followers… your little posts, messages, and videos, if posted often enough can become like subliminal messages; getting other people to think about you and what you have to offer in addition to their family, friends, photos, and games.

In this first eBook of the Using Twitter series, you will find out what Twitter is, its history, and a few statistics. You will learn the basics of setting up your profile and the critical dos and don’ts you should follow if you want to be successful. How to tweet? Yes! What’s a # and how to use it? Yes! Who to follow, How to stand out, How to set up Twitter Mobile? Yes!!! Also, read the last part of the book to find out how Twitter is very different from Facebook and choose a possible strategy for using one, or even, both.

Are you ready to join the millions of conversations happening every minute of every day?

Then, read on to find out the Basics of Twitter.

 

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Kleptomaniac: Who’s Really Robbing God Anyway?

25 January, 2017 by Writer Leave a Comment

Author

Dr. Frank Chase Jr, Th.D

Author Bio

Dr. FRANK CHASE, JR., author of False Roads To Manhood, What Women Need To Know; What Men Need To Understand, and the new release, KLEPTOMANIAC: Who’s Really Robbing God Anyway? He is a native of Baltimore, Maryland. He works for the government as a senior aviation writer for the Department of the Army. He’s a four-year veteran of the US Army. Mr. Chase earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications and a minor in Sociology from Washington State University in 1989. Dr. Chase has a BA in Biblical Studies and a Master of Arts in Theology from North Carolina College of Theology (NCCT) and has earned his Doctorate in Theology from NCCT in 2009. He has authored and published numerous religious articles for newspapers, online magazines and print media. Chase is an Alabama resident and lives with his wife Teresa and their two children. Anyone who knows Frank will tell you that he has always been an analytical thinker about every aspect of life even from childhood. Frank Chase Jr. has been married for 20 years to Teresa Chase. He is a proud father of six children, and is the Grandfather of eight grandchildren.

Description

KLEPTOMANIAC, Who’s Really Robbing God Anyway examines the pages of the Bible to uncover the untwisted truth about the centuries-old false teachings concerning tithes and offerings. Every page of this book helps the reader become an analyst in getting to the bottom line of what tithing is in the Old and New Testament. The book first defines the word tithe and then breaks down the differences between giving and tithing as the Bible instructs. The author exposes what most people believe as fact to bring them to what the Bible actually teaches when it comes to true giving. Are the arguments put forth today about tithing fact or fiction? This book tackles tough questions like, did God ever require a tithe of money? Was the contents of the tithe always money in the Bible? Did God change the tithe at some point in biblical history? Are first fruits money? Is the tithe food, money or both? Is the church the storehouse? Did Jesus, Paul and the Disciples tithe? Did the early church honor a money tithe system? Are Chri
stians really cursed for not tithing ten percent of their income? These questions will be answered based on scholarship, the land, the language and the literature of the original Biblical people. Not only will questions be answered for those confused about whether or not they are required to pay ten percent of their income to any religious institution, they will learn what the Bible really teaches about money and stewardship. The author meticulously examines the word tithe in both the Hebrew and Greek language. To understand every Bible verse that contains the word tithe, the author gives context and definitive definitions for clarity of the text. This book also explains the concept of giving from a New Testament perspective without the mandate of ten percent and explains why the Apostle Paul never mentioned tithing to any of the New Testament congregations. This book is about how to properly interpret biblical terms to arrive at the proper interpretation of a biblical text that refers to money or tithing.

Book excerpt

The words, The Truth Will Set You Free, proclaimed by Christ centuries ago changed my life forever in unimaginable ways. What I painfully know is this: searching for and discovering truth can separate people, destroy friendships, and throw unsuspecting believers into exile from institutional Christianity.

The truth that set me free is what I learned about a century’s old teaching called tithing. My quest for truth begged for an answer to the proverbial sixty-four thousand dollar question. Does the modern day multifaceted tithing system have any resemblance to biblical tithing? The hermeneutical and exegetical answer based on the land, the language and the literature of the biblical Hebrew Israelites is no! God never issued a new commandment to convert the orthodox biblical food tithe into money as a method to support the New Testament church in age of grace. The change of economic systems across history from agricultural to monetary did not cause God to change his holy food tithe to money.

I practiced the tax-deductible greenback tithing system for 30 years. After extensive research on the subject and prayer, I discovered Christ never endorsed tithing as a command or a principal for New Testament/New Covenant believers. When I peeled back the tithing onion in biblical and secular history, shock and dismay beat upon my theological head like a 2×4. When I regained consciousness, it was apparent Christ never endorsed money tithing as many modern preachers assert. The Savior followed 613 instructions of the Law and the only authentic stipulated tithing law He endorsed was the tithe the Bible emphatically claims are eatable items such as crops, cattle, herd, flocks and sheep. In Jesus’ own words, in Matthew 23:23, he acknowledges that the Pharisees tithed mint, rue and cumin, which were eatable items and yet somehow people assume money is implied? The bottom line; tithing is not money, but food and Yahweh never commuted the food tithe to money in the 1st century nor the 21st century. Defining the authentic biblical tithe to include non-food sources is not mentioned in the Holy Scriptures. To command the tithe of money is “teaching for doctrines the commandments of men” (Matthew 15:9). Also, tithing money violates what Yeshua said, “Thus have ye made the commandment of God of none effect by your tradition” (Matt 15:6). The New Testament has no tithing commands; however, you will find much concerning abundant giving from the heart.

I knew that my decision to switch from tithing to giving from my heart carried a cataclysmic risk. Looking back at the process of what I learned about tithing, fear struck me because now I had to face reality and the truth. In many ways, I was unprepared for the consequences of what would happen to my family or me emotionally and spiritually as a result of not tithing anymore.

 

Author Website

http://www.fcpublishing.com/about_kleptomaniac.htm

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Melania Trump: Slovenian side of the story

25 January, 2017 by Writer Leave a Comment

Author

Sandi Gorisek

Author Bio

Sandi Gorišek, proud Slovenian, mechanical engineer and entusiasted traveller, that combined his professional work with his passion to travel the world. Outside the world of equations he enjoys golfing, team sports and dancing and is trying to make a fool out of himself as often as possible. He is continiously fascinated with customs and diversity of people he meets along his way and he always sticks to his favourite quote: »Think, it’s not illegal yet!«

Description

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Slovenian author writting about Slovenian future first lady. A lot of the people never heard about Slovenia or Yugoslavia before. This is where the future first lady grew up and the author nicely catches the geographical influce of that era. It is a must read for everyone who wants to know some hidden facts about the future first lady and her origin..

Interesting short story of the times when Yugoslavia was a country known only to politicians, whereas a common man was mostly ignorant of its existence, as it might still also be the case today on the other side of the Atlantic, where the Slovenian femme born and raised in Tito’s Yugoslavia, will become the next First Lady of the USA.

Book excerpt

Let’s play a simple game called “Experimental Lottery” in which you win 1 million dollars, but the winner must divide the winnings between himself and a perfect stranger. The catch is that if the stranger refuses his share, you both end up with nothing and you have only one opportunity. In a real case scenario, computer programmed logic would take anything which is common sense since anything is better than nothing, yet the human mind would refuse anything below 20% of the total winnings. Do you think that the share you offer would change if you were raised in humble surroundings with a state driven economy in which all men are supposed to be equal? How much would this differ if you were male or female, if your parents were rich or poor or if you were raised in a rural or urban environment? Do you believe that this decision would be the same everywhere in the world? If not, then enjoy this inside view of the Slovenian, ex-Yugoslavian, rural environment of 30-40 years ago, where commoners, like the next First Lady of the USA, were raised.

Author Website

http://www.melania-slovenianside.com/

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https://www.amazon.com/Melania-Trump-Slovenian-side-story-ebook/dp/B01N7SFVK2/ref=sr_1_18?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1484573718&sr=1-18&keywords=melania+Trump

 

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