Biography
Marguerite McCall
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MARGUERITE McCALL'S love of people, mystery, intrigue and romance was the impetus that began her writing career. That . . . and wanting to have a "voice" about those things which incite her to passion, i.e., social ills and issues. An ex-secondary English major, she also studied Music and Psychology for years, in addition to performing in the Corporate Human Resources arena. Most fulfilling; however, was managing an Esoteric book and educa- tional center in Scottsdale, Arizona. "I could have written "The Celestine Prophecy," she declares. "Mr. Redfield was probably divinely chosen for that endeavor, but that particular genre also beckons me," she adds. Like Emerson, nature has greatly inspired her and she especially loves being near the sea. |
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Ms. McCall has felt compelled to reach out to many diverse audiences; including young adults. "When today's youth believe AIDS has been cured because basketball hero, Magic Johnson, is now in remission, then explicit sex education is mandatory as it flagrantly and realistically depicts the horrors of the AIDS virus!" she expounds. Conversely, the author feels obligated---within a fictional account---to stress high-morality while simultaneously allowing the young person to appear cool or hip. In youthful vernacular . . . with the program, such as it is. In addressing adults, she specifically wants to illustrate that sex is not the antithesis of spirituality. "You can be an extremely, heartfelt, spiritual person and still enjoy and revel in the practice of coitus and all its accouterments, " she believes; that premise is embodied in all three of McCall's books represented here. The author is a voracious reader of both fiction/nonfiction. She's specifically interested in Psychology, Sociology and World Philosophy, also devouring books on UFOs and secret societies. In addition, two future books have been outlined. The first one has the working title of The Entrepreneur, a tale about a diabetic, Las Vegas developer who's come up with an innovative, one-of-a- kind concept, much to the chagrin of other Vegas "businessmen" and our very own government, or at least factions thereof.] Ms. McCall's intention has always been to write for the masses, both informing and entertaining in a contemporary, exciting setting. Her novels will probably always contain some sort of detective, mystery, a bit of the mystical, pop psychology, societal concerns, sex (tasteful) and romance. In her few spare moments, she relaxes by playing the organ, gardening or engaging in a game of bridge. Although born in the South, she was quickly transported to the western United States where she has basically remained, residing in California, Arizona, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada. The mother of three, young-adult daughters (a set of identical twins), she has resided in Las Vegas, Nevada for 6 years, compliments of a corporate transfer. And yes, once in a while, she plays double-double, bonus poker, slot machines, even winning occasionally. The quintessential romanticist, many of the author's societal concerns are exemplified in her trilogy, three individual novels of a contemporary nature filled with passion and drama . . . the encompassing of all life's facets. She does want to stress that even though this series is a continuing epic, each novel has its own separate energy and life force. Hence, each one can be read independently of the others. In addition, Ms. McCall is currently involved as chairperson to a group mind, book project. The group's name is THE ROSE GARDEN; the offering is entitled, 'THE UNIVERSAL SEDUCTION; Piercing the Veils of Deception", V 1, 2 & 3. Authors from all over the globe have contributed chapters to this awakening, yet very controversial offering. This non-fictional journal promises to be a virtual blockbuster! Sales are skyrocketing! Click on the books to explore that venue: In her own personal repertoire, the author feels the singular most important attribute that a man can possess is a sense of humor. In addition . . . as a Pisces/Aries, her imagination is limitless; her motto is: "In Between Me and Infinity". The author's personal philosophy may be gleaned from one of her poems: BELIEVE IN YOURSELF KEEP LOVE IN YOUR HEART AND YOUR SOUL, WISDOM & KARMA WILL NEVER BE APART . . . |
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