It’s Thursday on the blog, and today, I would like to showcase another fabulous #RRBC author, Ms. Gwen Plano, and her novel, The Choice. Take it away, Gwen!
I have never been on an active military base, and yet THE CHOICE takes place on an air force base in northern California. Because of my limited knowledge, I not only researched military protocols, I relied on the guidance of my cousin, retired Lieutenant General John D. Smith. He carefully read the manuscript and suggested modifications where needed.
Today I share one of his suggestions, which not only assisted the story but also helped me understand respect within the ranks. It is a simple scene but what is communicated is powerful. I have bolded my cousin’s edit.
The setting: General Taylor, the commander of the base, is meeting with Secretary of Defense Vasquez and Admiral Parker in his office . . .
The three wrap up their discussions. Taylor addresses the secretary, “You mentioned the Officers’ Club. Would you accompany me as my guest today? I guess we could all use a drink.”
Vasquez spreads his arms wide and smiles. “Lead the way.”
Within minutes of leaving the office, they arrive at the Club. When they walk through the restaurant, each officer present stands. The Secretary of Defense acknowledges their respect with a nod.
About the Author:
BIO:
Growing up in Southern California, Gwen Plano loved learning. She earned four degrees and taught and served in universities and colleges across the country and in Japan. Now retired, she is focused on writing. Gwen’s first book, Letting Go into Perfect Love, is a memoir. Her second book, The Contract, is a thriller co-authored by John W. Howell. Gwen lives in the Midwest with her husband, and when she is not writing, she is traveling, usually to see one of her four children and many grandchildren.
Links:
Amazon: https://amzn.to/2Z3dUEm
Website: https://gwenmplano.com/
Twitter: @gmplano
Facebook: @GwendolynMPlano
Book Trailer –
To follow along with the rest of the tour, please visit the author’s tour page on the 4WillsPublishing site. If you’d like to book your own blog tour and have your book promoted in similar grand fashion, please click HERE.
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This is another great post about this new book from Gwen! Thanks for hosting, Karl! Best wishes, Gwen! I am enjoying your tour!
Thank you so much, Jan. Big hugs! 🙂
Another great post, Gwen. This book will be one heck of a read! 😃
Thanks for hosting, Karl.
Thank you. Karl, for hosting me today on your beautiful site. I am most grateful. 🙂
Thanks, Gwen! Have a wonderful tour!
Nice stop, Gwen. Thanks to Karl for hosting today.
It was my pleasure, John. Thank you for stopping by.
Thank you, John. I so appreciate your visit. 🙂
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Looking forward to picking up Gwen’s new book. Thanks for hosting her Karl!
Thank you for stopping by, Ron. I hope you like the book. All the best to you!
I always love to support our wonderful family.
Gwen, you stated that you had to do some research on the military base for your story. Well, I want you to know that you are looking at a real life descendant of a Rosie the Riveter. That was my mother who worked as a riveter at the Naval Air Base in Alameda, California. I’m in the midst of writing and just finished looking up records the other day on my mother’s background. Chills went up my spine.
Thank you Karl for hosting Gwen.
Beautiful, Shirley. My mom was a Rosie the Riveter as well. It’s so impressive how women jumped in and worked long hours during WWII, to do their part. Thank you for sharing your mom’s background. I look forward to reading your next book! 🙂
All the best for your new book Choice and for offering it for 99c. I have downloaded my copy and look forward to reading it. Thank you xx
Thank you so much, Julie. I hope you enjoy it. Big hugs! 🙂
It just goes to show that you can write about things you don’t know as long as you’re willing to put in the work and do the research. Very good, Gwen! Thanks for hosting, Karl! 😀 xo
So true, Vashti! Thanks so much for visiting. 🙂
Happy to stop by, Gwen. All the best! 😀
Thank you for stopping by, Vashti!!
It’s always a pleasure, Karl. 🙂
That’s great you had a family military member to help you with those little details and information. It really added to the story, Gwen. Thanks for hosting. Karl:)
Thank you, D.L. I’m so pleased you could see the difference my cousin made. ♥
Hi, Gwen! How wonderful you have a source for all things military for your books. I rely on my son to spot glaring mistakes. 🙂 It has been a fun way to interact with him. I have the Choice on my Kindle and look forward to reading it!
Thank you so much, Mary. I hope you enjoy it, whenever that might be. 🙂
Sounds like a great book, Gwen. I love your trailer.