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Press Release for The Beautiful American

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Historical Fiction Novel Takes Readers From A Southern Plantation To
Post-Revolutionary Paris

For Immediate Release

Author Marilyn Holdsworth is pleased to announce the promotion of
historical fiction novel for women – The Beautiful American.

Abby Long is thrilled when she offers the winning bid for an antique desk
at an auction. With its intricately inlaid woods and elegant style, the
desk is perfect for Abby; it is the gift she promised herself to finally
celebrate her thriving antique business. She has no idea that the antique
desk holds a secret that will lead her on a fascinating, life-changing
journey back in time.

When Abby discovers a hidden diary stuffed inside a secret compartment in
the desk, she can hardly wait to read the spidery, faded script. As she
carefully turns the tattered pages, she reads the captivating story of two
remarkable women from opposite backgrounds who somehow manage to form an
unforgettable bond against the backdrop of a fledgling America struggling
to find its place in the world. Elizabeth Kortright Monroe, the wife of
James Monroe, and Jasmine, a young slave girl, develop an extraordinary
relationship as they are united by pivotal historic events, political
intrigues, and personal tragedies.

From a bucolic Virginia plantation to the bloodied, starving streets of
post-revolutionary Paris, this powerful tale follows the lives of two
courageous women from the past as they quietly influence—and inspire—a
woman of today’s world.

The Beautiful American is available in both print and ebook format.

Book Information:
The Beautiful American
Author: Marilyn Holdsworth
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 978-1468556445
Published: April 2012
Pages: 242
Genre: Historical Fiction, YA

About The Author:
Marilyn Holdsworth graduated from Occidental College, where she majored in
literature and history. She has traveled extensively in France and
currently is a Huntington Library Fellow. Marilyn is a descendant of James
Monroe, has visited Monroe’s Virginia residence, and conducted research at
the James Monroe Museum. She currently lives in Southern California.

For more information, review copies, or interviews please contact the
author at:

Marilyn Holdsworth
Email: Marilyn_Holdsworth@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.marilynholdsworthauthor.com/

Press Release for The Beautiful American

Posted in My books, Press Releases by

Historical Fiction Novel Takes Readers From A Southern Plantation To
Post-Revolutionary Paris

For Immediate Release

Author Marilyn Holdsworth is pleased to announce the promotion of
historical fiction novel for women – The Beautiful American.

Abby Long is thrilled when she offers the winning bid for an antique desk
at an auction. With its intricately inlaid woods and elegant style, the
desk is perfect for Abby; it is the gift she promised herself to finally
celebrate her thriving antique business. She has no idea that the antique
desk holds a secret that will lead her on a fascinating, life-changing
journey back in time.

When Abby discovers a hidden diary stuffed inside a secret compartment in
the desk, she can hardly wait to read the spidery, faded script. As she
carefully turns the tattered pages, she reads the captivating story of two
remarkable women from opposite backgrounds who somehow manage to form an
unforgettable bond against the backdrop of a fledgling America struggling
to find its place in the world. Elizabeth Kortright Monroe, the wife of
James Monroe, and Jasmine, a young slave girl, develop an extraordinary
relationship as they are united by pivotal historic events, political
intrigues, and personal tragedies.

From a bucolic Virginia plantation to the bloodied, starving streets of
post-revolutionary Paris, this powerful tale follows the lives of two
courageous women from the past as they quietly influence—and inspire—a
woman of today’s world.

The Beautiful American is available in both print and ebook format.

Book Information:
The Beautiful American
Author: Marilyn Holdsworth
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 978-1468556445
Published: April 2012
Pages: 242
Genre: Historical Fiction, YA

About The Author:
Marilyn Holdsworth graduated from Occidental College, where she majored in
literature and history. She has traveled extensively in France and
currently is a Huntington Library Fellow. Marilyn is a descendant of James
Monroe, has visited Monroe’s Virginia residence, and conducted research at
the James Monroe Museum. She currently lives in Southern California.

For more information, review copies, or interviews please contact the
author at:

Marilyn Holdsworth
Email: Marilyn_Holdsworth@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.marilynholdsworthauthor.com/

Press release for Making Wishes

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**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**
EDITORS: For review copies or interview requests, contact:
Marketing Services
Tel: 888-519-5121
Fax: 812-961-3133
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Marilyn Holdsworth announces the release of ‘Making Wishes’
Author of ‘Pegasus’ and ‘The Beautiful American’ publishes third book
SAN MARINO, Calif. – In her new book “Making Wishes” (published byAuthorHouse), author Marilyn Holdsworth presents an engrossing look at the challenges facing today’s women.

In “Making Wishes,” readers meet Elloree Prince, a creative young mind who ties the knot with a wealthy businessman, Tom Randall. In due course, Tom moves with Elloree to Oak View, a place where generations of Randalls have lived. Elloree takes her responsibilities with dedication, but her inner artist craves to break free. Her former employer Mark Williams offers her a lucrative post, tearing her into two: a wife dedicated to her family and an artist desperate for freedom.

Based on Holdsworth’s own life experiences, “Making Wishes” paints an interesting picture of balancing career and family.

“Many women today are confronted with difficult career choices that dramatically impact the family,” says Holdsworth, who notes that she wants her book to inspire new thoughts around this important issue.

“Making Wishes”
By Marilyn Holdsworth
Hardcover | 6 x 9 in | 240 pages | ISBN 9781481707510
Softcover | 6 x 9 in | 240 pages | ISBN 9781481707527
E-Book | 240 pages | ISBN 9781481707503
Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble

About the Author
A graduate from Occidental College in literature, Marilyn Holdsworth has a background in writing and editing. She is a fellow at the Huntington Library, and she founded agreeting card company. A resident of Southern California, she travelled to Kansas City Hallmark Center to research her book. Marilyn Holdsworth is also the author of“Pegasus” and “The Beautiful American.”

AuthorHouse, an Author Solutions, Inc. self-publishing imprint, is a leading provider of book publishing, marketing, and bookselling services for authors around the globe and offers the industry’s only suite of Hollywood book-to-film services. Committed to providing the highest level of customer service, AuthorHouse assigns each author personal publishing and marketing consultants who provide guidance throughout the process. Headquartered in Bloomington, Indiana, AuthorHouse celebrated 15 years of service to authors in Sept. 2011.For more information or to publish a book visit authorhouse.com or call 1-888-519-5121. For the latest, follow @authorhouse on Twitter.
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