I’m proud to announce that my 2nd Edition of One Month, 20 Days, and a Wake Up is now available on Amazon. I released it simultaneously in eBook and paperback format. I followed KDP’s recommendation of publishing it as a new book. Their advice, if the book has significantly changed, don’t update the older version, but release it separately.
My question now is, do the two books link somehow? The title didn’t change, just the cover and a good portion of the storyline. What is also obviously updated, the quality of the writing. What I will eventually do is delete the original book. But I don’t want to lose the complimentary reviews. I need to find out how you can move the reviews to the recent release.
The process of the rewrite began in April 2019. A friend invited me to go to the writer’s critique group he attended. They met twice monthly and asked their members to bring in original work to read and reviewed by the group. When I told them I had self-published three books, they invited me to return. My reply, “If you will help me rewrite my book on Vietnam, I will.”
Now, after fifteen months of hard work, I’m thrilled I have completed the project. Included in this post is the final version of the book blurb and the acknowledgment section from the book.
Book Blurb:
“That Others May Live” is the creed of the PJ (para-jumper). This is an account of one man’s story of what it meant to be PJ. The book follows him through months of arduous training where only the best, and those with the desire to push themselves to the limit, become a PJ. The narrative focuses on his burning desire to prove his worthiness of wearing the renowned maroon beret.
One Month, 20 Days, and a Wake Up, recounts his deployment to Vietnam, where he’s forced to adapt to the horrors of war. His story, based on actual events, has several rescue missions where not all the rescued return alive. Serving with the 37th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Service, he and his team, through an adverse and daring rescue, return a down pilot. For their bravery, they’re awarded the Air Force’s Commendation Medal. Follow the narrative that brings purpose, validity, and honor to those with whom he proudly served.
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Acknowledgment
Ever since I released the first edition of One Month, 20 Days, and a Wake Up, it baffles me why this book sells. It’s got to be the subject because it’s a poorly written manuscript. I made the colossal mistake of not having it professionally edited. Several of my reviewers pointed out the errors of my ways.
In 2019, I joined the Royal Palm Beach Library Writer’s Workshop. It is a writer’s critique group that meets twice a month. It was through their encouragement and their challenge that I wrote the second edition. From the group, Karen Crisco, Lori Flynn, Laura Fournier, John Deal, and Buzz Solomon were especially helpful with the rewrite. There were many others, and I thank all who assisted.
In March 2020, with the Covid-19 pandemic, the workshop suspended when the public library closed. Working with the group, we had completed eight chapters. Not wanting to wait for the unknown time we would regroup, I continued working. I turned to my friend Herb Perez, a retired language professor at Palm Beach State College and an article writer for the Palm Beach Post. I am thankful for his help and fortitude in assisting me with the remaining chapters.
Christopher Cervelloni, with Blue Square Writer’s Studio, graciously tackled the editing of the revised manuscript. With his guidance and expertise, I completed the second edition you have read. He went beyond the standard editing by teaching me to enhance my writing. I appreciate his suggestions and oversight.
For years my best friend Bernadette Inclan has been the driving force behind many of my personal achievements, including this and my other two books. She knew my struggles and encouraged me to author my story. She urged me to join a writer’s group as she did, knowing how they assist the novice writer. It is said, “If you find one loyal friend in your lifetime, you are blessed.” Bernadette, for 40 years, has blessed me with her friendship.
Anthony Mosca
1946 — 2019
Anthony, my late husband of 35 years, was the person who unconditionally accepted me with my many flaws. Over the years, I shared bits and pieces of my four years in the military. Most of the details I didn’t reveal until I wrote my manuscript.
Each time when my writing seemed insurmountable, he encouraged me to move forward. He allowed me to bounce ideas off him and was critically helpful when I needed it. With each chapter, he would review it and assist in the rewrite. Although he was an unskilled editor, he tackled the editing of the first edition.
When I released the book, he felt the disappointment with me when we received negative reviews. He emphasized that we learn from our mistakes. He suggested I tackle rewriting my story. He planted the seed that finally took root. It is with sadness that he never got to see this achievement. With so many episodes in my life, he was the motivation for me to confront and accomplish these undertakings. I find it difficult to overcome him not being by my side. It is with admiration, love, and honor I dedicate this 2nd edition to Anthony.
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