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Carol D. O'Dell
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I was given a fairy tale life--full of tragedy, drama, wicked witches (it seemed like), heartbreak and triumph. At four years old, my family could no longer raise me, (alcoholic father, mentally ill mother), and I was given away. My new mother was a fundamentalist minister and my father, an elder. I grew up steeped in the world of hellfire and brimstone, fed a daily dose Bible stories and scriptures, Southern food and folklore. All this, and being an only child fed my overactive imagination. It is only natural for me to be a storyteller--both on the page and in person. Instead of considering all this a terrible childhood, I consider it my greatest asset.
Birth Place: Daytona Bch, FL
Accomplishments: Carol is the recipent of the 2006 St. Petersburg, Russia Summer Institute fellowship, and the 2007 John Woods Scholarship to the Prague Summer Workshops. She also teaches at the Florida Governor's Honors Program in Jacksonville, Florida.
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Books
|  | Mothering Mother by Carol D. O'Dell
Mothering Mother is an authentic and "in-the-room" view of a daughter's struggle to care for an aging parent. It will touch you and never leave you. You will be astonished at Carol's brutal honesty. Her ability to narrate the feelings of the moment—love, grief, humor and even those moments of bitter resentment—will both reassure and arm you for the day when you may face a similar choice. Find out ...
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Short Stories
Ashes, Ashes by Carol D. O'Dell
You might not want to get carried away spreading your loved ones ashes--things might go awry...enjoy this magical tale. Originally published in Words of Wisdom Review...
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Articles
Behind the White Line" by Carol D. O'Dell
We love our children, but there are places they go where we can't follow. ...
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News
Five Secrets to Make your Memoir Sizzle and Sell by Carol D. O'Dell
Join Carol D. O'Dell at the Ponte Vedra Library on Saturdy, 11/18/06 10a.m. to discuss the five secrets that will make your memoir sizzle and sell....
Workdhop: CRITIQUES:How to Dish 'em Out and Take 'em! by Carol D. O'Dell
Join author Carol D. O'Dell for this informative and fun workshop on the key dynamics found in a successful critque group. ...
Carol D. O'Dell to Speak at the Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida Library by Carol D. O'Dell
Synopsis Vs. Outline?
What's the Difference?
How Can You Can Make Them Shine and Sell Your Work!
Join author Carol D. O'Dell for this hands-on workshop to explore the differences b...
Carol D. O'Dell to teach Workshop by Carol D. O'Dell
Critque Groups.
How to Dish 'Em, and How to Take 'Em Too! Writer's Workshop Sept. 7, 2007/St. Louis, MO.
Learn how to use critques--to give and receive them to enrich and improve your writin...
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Events
Mothering Mother Virtual Book Tour 9/9/2007
Join Carol D. O'Dell, author of Mothering Mother for an exciting Virtual Book Tour and contest....
Mothering Mother Goes on a Virtual Book Tour 9/9/2007
Join author Carol D. O' Dell on her Virtual Book Tour. You'll hear interviews, listen to excerpts and radio interviews, read articles and be able to join in converstion on topics of caregiving, stress, health, humor, and journaling.
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What's Up For June? Mothering Mother Events 6/7/2007
Join Carol D. O'Dell for a Dramatic Readng of Mothering Mother--You'll laugh, you'll cry...guaranteed....
Mothering Mother Events 4/1/2007
Join Author Carol D. O'Dell for Mothering Mother Readings and Workshops Around the South...
Author Carol D. O'Dell Participates in Readathon 1/4/2007
Carol D. O'Dell, author of Mothering Mother will participate in Jax4Kids Readathon at Town Center Mall, Jacksonville, Florida...
Author Carol D. O'Dell Participates in Readathon 1/4/2007
Author Carol D. O'Dell reads excerpts from Hoot and Because of Winn Dixie at B & N's readathon for kids ages 9-12....
Author Carol D. O'Dell Participates in Barnes & Noble Readathon 1/4/2007
Author Carol D. O'Dell reads excerpts from Hoot and Because of Winn Dixie to children of all ages....
Five Secrets to Selling Your Memoir 11/18/2006
Learn the five secrets that will make your memoir sizzle and sell. We'll explore what it takes to write a gripping story that will satisfy your readers and sell a memoir in today's competative market....
Critiques: How To Dish 'em Out and Take 'em Too. 9/9/2005
Join author Carol D. O'Dell for the fun and informative workshop on the key dynamics that will transform your critique group and make it a success....
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Links
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| Carol D. O'Dell
Visit my website to find upcoming events, workshops and a weekly blog on everything from writing to mothering to faith and the lack--all at www.caroldodell.com
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Additional information
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| Carol D. O'Dell has published many short stories, essays, poems and articles. Her creative nonfiction work, Mothering Mother BIO026000 Biography & Autobiography | Personal Memoirs
FAM005000 FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS | Aging
HUM011000 HUMOR | Topic | Family | January 2007
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Contact
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149 Las Palmas Lane
Ponte Vedra Beach
FL
32082
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Work phone: 904-403-2186
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