Whidbey Island, Washington State (MMD Newswire) March 11, 2010 - Marilyn Randall today announced the release of her new fiction book, Quicksand published by Xlibris Corp. This book is the newest in the growing list of books written and illustrated by this author.
Quicksand is a fiction; a poignant interracial, love story written in first person narrative about Natalie, an artist/author who recently lost her husband to cancer after a long and debilitating illness. As she tries to rebuild her life, she meets Randy, a black man who is eleven years her junior and they fall deeply in love. This is a story of love, lust, passion and eventually anger and difficulties experienced due to the interracial factor, cultural differences and age difference. Ms. Randall uses her powerful poetry and prose throughout the book, taking readers into the heart of the emotions Natalie experiences as she lives through this tumultuous time in her life. The reader is treated to an over the shoulder glimpse into the realities of life faced by an interracial couple in today's society. Prejudice and bigotry raise their ugly heads and overcoming these trials becomes the focus for this couple as their relationship continues to develop.
In Ms. Randall's own words, "Prejudice still needs to be overcome in today's society. Fear of difference and the unknown keep so many from experiencing the joy of sharing experiences with all races. My newest book Quicksand , addresses this topic, which I am passionate about. I hope that more people will realize, from reading my book, that this issue needs more and more education and understanding and that color should never be used as the measuring stick to judge anyone. Tolerance and acceptance of those that might be different than we are should be our life long goal and that it always works both ways. I pray for the day when we are accepted for who we are on the inside and not the outside."
This is the eighth book published by Ms. Randall. Her other books, My Heart And Soul , an anthology of poetry and prose, and her six children's books, Best Of Best Friends, For Faithful Friends, Inside Out, A Hard Nut To Crack, Elmer The Christmas Elf, and Share From The Heart, are available at www.Xlibris.com, amazon.com, booksamillion.com and at her own websitewww.marilynrandall.com.
Originally from Medford, Oregon, Ms Randall makes her home today on Whidbey Island in Washington State. She continues to write from the serene setting of her waterfront home where the environment is a contributing factor and positive influence on her ability to write and illustrate successfully. She continues to enjoy many hobbies and outside activities yet finds time to write on a daily basis. She is available for book signings and book shows and can be reached through her website at www.marilynrandall.com
Marilyn Randall
www.marilynrandall.com
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