In Wright's first edition paperback book – A Path Worn Smooth which is dedicated to her hometown Laurel Historic District, she invites readers to walk on a path worn smooth by generational expectation. Savor nostalgia for the places that are near and dear to heart, recall family traditions and more importantly, renew experiences. In this second E-Book edition, using her personal stories and poetry as examples Wright includes tips and strategies related to research techniques, writing style formats and publication of personal, family and community stories. Challenging all to identify and share through publication their heritage - legacy - because heritage is more than a possession, it is a gift: the birthright of our children.
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By Sylvia Hoehns Wright
Apr 12, 2011
posted by author - Sylvia Wright for reviewers - In draft format, Wright’s book received the 2006 Writer’s Connection VA Book Competition Award. Through donating an excerpt from her book, Wright is one of nation-wide contributors to an anthology recognized by the Freedoms Foundation at Valley Forge with their 2009 George Washington Metal award. Spotlighted by the National Women's History project as a "great book if you want an invigorating read on the beach or to give as a gift to your mother, grandmother or daughter", http://www.nwhp.org/blog/?p=680, colleagues share words of praise for Wright’s work – Described as “heartfelt” by Bonnie W. Garber, reviewer for the Fredericksburg Free Lance Star, Garber advises readers to read more in the rhythm of a poem and let Wright’s essays and poems speak to them. “Many say ‘don’t judge a book by its cover’. However, this book’s cover accurately conveys its contents.” To read more, see... More > http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_8134/is_20100225/ai_n52667041/ --- Jackson Advocate newspaper - By Anne T. Sulton, Ph.D., J.D. “In A Path Worn Smooth, we are given the history and heritage of the path this author has walked throughout her life, while at the same time she shares advice on how we can walk a similar path.” To read more, see http://www.myvmagazine.com/index.php/Life-Is-Good/Books/womens-history-month-local-authors.html --- Brenda Seward, owner of Simple Pleasures Books & Gifts “Wright’s writing is thrilling, to tell the truth. She really nails it. I’ve laughed and loved her articles and columns. Wright’s words remind me why I love to work in the earth in the first place.” ¬ --- Gigi Amateau, author of the acclaimed young adult novel Claiming Georgia Tate “Because I was an abandoned child I know very little about what my heritage might be -- still this book re-enforced my desire to--- in my lifetime--- start a Smooth Path for my children and grandchildren.” --- Mary Louise Cox, author/poet “If you haven't read A Path Worn Smooth by Sylvia Hoehns Wright, I highly recommend it. It is inspirational, stimulating and educational. The author includes meaningful poems she wrote as well as personal experiences, community history and helpful hints to live by. A Bible verse defines chapters that follow. I rarely read a book twice, but I'm re-reading A Path Worn Smooth. There is too much to assimilate in this thin volume in just one reading.” --- Jennie Degenaro, author Sylvia's understanding and compassion for the every day ordinary, makes her writing extraordinary! --- Susie Galvez, author, speaker & beauty Industry expert “Sylvia Hoehns Wright demonstrates on the pages of A Path Worn Smooth the importance of a woman pondering her life in all its phases, from the beginning experienced to the future desired. The magic: so can the reader! As a poet, publisher of a poetry magazine for 22 years, essayist, novelist, and teacher, I can say ‘I wish I’d written this!’” --- Jean Hull Herman, author & poet< Less
