Omari and the people by stephen whitfield siobhans novelties. He holds degrees from loyola university chicago, chicago theological seminary, and indiana university. The gifting of this audiobook did not affect my opinion of it. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading omari and the people. Local bestselling novelist stephen whitfield learned today that the audiobook version of omari and the people has won the prestigious audiofile magazine earphones award for fiction. Stephen whitfield omari and the people virtual book tour. Till allegedly made sexually suggestive remarks to a white woman and was found murdered shortly. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets.
Its about a people in crisis, led by vivid, fascinating characters who develop as the trek becomes an ordeal. Author, stephen whitfield is pleased to announce the release of his new historical adventure novel, omari and the people. Stephen whitfield author shirleycastle press linkedin. Curt was generous enough to give us some insight into his. And to think i was concerned my readers wouldnt know what they are. In a squalid ancient city on the edge of a desert based in part on.
He became the first british artist to have a uk no. Full disclosure, i am the narrator for the audible audio edition of omari and the people by stephen whitfield. Stephen whitfield audio books, best sellers, author bio. Omari and the people, brilliantly voiced by curt simmons, is a memorable story of love, friendship, community, and forgiveness wrapped in a colorful adventure. Everyone, please welcome stephen whitfield to the blog today.
David whitfield 2 february 1925 15 january 1980 was a popular british male tenor vocalist from hull. Janice wills kingsbury lexi goes on vacation to the outer banks virtual book tour. He so expertly narrated omari and the people that i had to know more about his experiences in narration and audiobook production. Empire of night is what ive been waiting for out of this series. Log in or sign up for facebook to connect with friends, family and people you know. Bestselling novelist stephen whitfield learned today that the audiobook version of omari and the people has won the prestigious audiofile magazine earphones award for fiction. An extraordinarily entertaining read, omari and the people documents author stephen whitfield as a truly gifted storyteller with an impressive ability to create memorable characters and then embed them into a complexly woven and engaging novel from beginning to. Omari and the people audiobook by stephen whitfield. Curts slight accent kept me captivated and coming back for more. Books go search best sellers gift ideas new releases deals. Omari and the people by stephen whitfield, 9780964429031, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Ive had the pleasure of hosting a stop on the blog tour for the audiobook of omari and the people by stephen whitfield.
When the entire city is unintentionally destroyed by the flames, the cornered thief tells the displaced people a lie about a. I love magical realism and never even realized it was a thing until recently. First of all, the narration in this book was fantastic. Its important to us to provide you with rich and correct content so if you see a blank space somewhere or incorrect info, dont hesitate and try to add it. You can reach me with questions or comments at the above email or website. He died from a brain haemorrhage in sydney, australia, while on tour at the age of 54. Join facebook to connect with stephen whitfield and others you may know. Omari and the people by stephen whitfield, paperback. Reviewers are already calling the story epic, enchanting, gripping. Roddenberry famously had a softspot for people who, like him, had a history. Buy omari and the people by stephen whitfield isbn.
His writing has appeared in military publications, as well as the kansas city star and. Omari and the people kindle edition by whitfield, stephen. As the caravan struggles with nature and treachery, omari must decide between love and the peoples survival in this romantic tale of adventure, destiny and desert magic. How closely did you work with stephen whitfield on the project. An extraordinarily entertaining read, omari and the people documents author stephen whitfield as a truly gifted storyteller with an impressive ability to create memorable characters and then embed them into a complexly woven and engaging novel from beginning to end. Omari and the people stephen whitfield 9780964429031. See the complete profile on linkedin and discover stephen. Pdf free anne house of dreams anne of green gables no 5 l m montgomery 97805532188 books anne house of dreams anne of green gables no 5 l m montgomery 97805532188 books download as pdf. Im an audiobook narrator and my search for a better understanding of magical realism, the genre of my new audible release, omari and the people by stephen whitfield, has led me here.
Stephen steve edward poe 18 march 1936 6 january 2000. Omari and the people by stephen whitfield narrator. Florida author stephen whitfield releases new historical. I only finished two books in october, both were for blog tours or else i probably wouldnt have struggled to finish those either. The tour is being sponsored by stephen whitfield and curt simmons. Till, a young black man who was brutally murdered in 1954 in mississippi, is the focus of this study. Chicagoborn stephen whitfield began writing as a marine corps print journalist. A big thank you to jess at the audio book worm for setting up this book tour. He so expertly narrated omari and the people that i had to know more. Jacob tate max cutter and the first black book virtual book tour. It bursts with honour, duty, f ilial piety, betrayals, and political trickery and plays.
When the entire city is unintentionally destroyed by the. Ive quite enjoyed whitfields novel, omari and the people. And i wasnt sure what to expect listening to a book, not reading one. Adding content is one of the best ways how you can contribute in improving the user experience on p2pguru. Stephen whitfield omari and the people virtual book tour spring 2015 tours another mustlisten from my omari and the people by stephen whitfield, narrated by curt simmons. Omari and the people by stephen whitfield narrated by. Although not a story i would usually reach for, omari and the people was a solid read. Omari and the people audiobook by stephen whitfield, read by curt simmons. Today we are here with stephen whitfield, author for the recently released audiobook, omari and the people. Omari must decide between love and the peoples survival in this romantic tale of adventure, destiny and desert magic.
It certainly doesnt suffer from second book syndrome. Jess thank you for the fine audiobook blog tour for my novel, omari and the people. An extraordinarily entertaining read, omari and the people documents author stephen whitfield as a truly gifted. Omari and the people by stephen whitfield the audiobookworm. His writing has appeared in military publications, as well as the kansas city star and the jersey journal. View stephen whitfields profile on linkedin, the worlds largest professional community. Please let me know what you think as this is my first blog tour. He holds degrees from from loyola university chicago, chicago theological seminary, and indiana university. Omari and the people by stephen whitfield goodreads. Stephen whitfield author of omari and the people goodreads. In a squalid ancient city on the edge of a desert based in part on the empty quarter in arabia a weary, thrillseeking thief named omari sets his home afire to start anew and to cover his many crimes. Welcome to the site dedicated to the sensational new novel, omari and the people, by stephen whitfield. Audiobook blog tour i am so excited to announce that im taking part in the audiobookworms audio blog tour for omari and the people by stephen whitfield, narrated by curt simmons. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Hes here to chat about other great historical fiction novels, difficult jobs in comparison to writing, and more. Curt simmons happens to be one of the most congenial, approachable individuals ive had the pleasure of getting to know through the audiobookworm. After a few days decided i could do the book if the production timeline was flexible. Audiofile magazine earphones award winnerthe ancient city bu. A fairy tale of an audacious girl by kiara shankar. Chicagoborn stephen whitfield began writing as a marine corps. Stephen whitfield march 29, 2015 reply thanks for your interest in omari and the people. Omari and the people by stephen whitfield book tour. The ancient city burns and a thief named omari leads the survivors into uncharted desert to a legendary place he doesnt believe exists.