Shirley A. Roe is the Managing Editor and founder of Allbooks Review. Founded in 2000 as a review source for POD authors, the business has grown and prospered over the past eight years. Voted one of the 101 Best Websites for Writers by Writer's Digest two years in a row, Shirley is true to her initial intention that authors get an honest, forthright review for a very reasonable rate. The reviews and the promotional package offered are an excellent value for new authors. The service is now used by authors around the world.
Shirley understands the concerns of authors as she is the author of four historical fiction novels. Of Dreams and Nightmares was released in 2004 and followed up by A Call to Faith and Freedom in 2005. Her third novel, The Whittaker Family Reunion is the sequel to Of Dreams and Nightmares. Shirley writes a syndicated column for California Chronicles as well as articles for several webzines and websites. Shirley is a regular reviewer for Foreword Magazine, Midwest Reviews, Mystique Books, Poetic Voices and several other prestigious review publications and sites.
Shirley's reviews are included in an interactive CD, "Book Review Index", which is distributed to libraries, corporate and academic sources. She speaks to Literary Guilds, schools and Writer's clubs on a regular basis. As a member of Ryze Business Network she has contact with people of many industries and interests. Shirley is also a member of the Board of Directors of Bookconnectors.
As a judge for Tweener Time international Chapter Book Competition 2007 and an active member of Alliance for Children's Enrichment, Shirley pursues her interests in World literacy for children and teens. Shirley A. Roe and Allbooks Review are well respected and well known throughout the industry. Many author's comments can be found on the site. Allbooks Review where books are appreciated and judged by their merits.
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Shirley A. Roe
Return to Whittakerville
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The Whittaker Family Reunion
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Of Dreams and Nightmares
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A Call to Faith
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