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Online Status: Last On: Feb 8, 2010 - 7:50 AM
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Member Since: January 17, 2007
Location: Amarillo, TX
ShoutLife Address: shoutlife.com/T-Burns
Website: http://www.terryburns.net
Genre: General Fiction
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9:41 AM is now friends with Ruth Cav, SNOOPI BOTTEN and Bill
Published Works
Beyond the Smoke (2009)
They were all dead.

No one alive in the whole wagon train.

He was alone.

When Bryan Wheeler's parents are killed by
Comanche raiders, he wonders how he will survive without them. With a few supplies, two guns, and his mother's Bible, he sets out to create a new
life for himself in the western wilderness.

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Brothers Keeper (2006)
Brothers Keeper, the second in the series
started with Mysterious Ways, shines on its own.
Author Terry Burns writes with poignant emotions, relatable characters, and a thoroughly
enjoyable plot. Professionally written, Brothers Keeper, takes the reader on an
exciting trip into the old west, but without really being a western. The inspirational thread, while pivotal in the plot, is neither preachy nor offensive. The return of some of the characters from the first book was like visiting with old friends. Well written and a delight to read, Terry Burns has turned out another winning novel!

Robin Miller

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Heartwarming Christmas Stories (2006)
Heartwarming Christmas Stories, with all book profits to go to Cook Communication Ministries Intl's worldwide ministry to churches in the developingworld. Contributing authors are Angela Elwell Hunt, Sigmund Brouwer, Robin JonesGunn, Jack Cavanaugh, Wanda Luttrell, T.L. Higley, Janice Thompson, JohnDuckworth, John Desimone, Joseph Hilley, Mike Nappa, and Terry Burns

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Shepherds Son (2006)
Mr. Burns stands in a long line of cowboy storytellers, and Shepherds Son is vintage Terry Burns. In this deceptively simple story of a sheepherder clashing with cattle ranchers and finding true love in the process, he spins another one of his signature yarns of grace and subtlety. Reading a Terry Burns novel is like sitting around a campfire out on the trail under a sky full of moon and stars, listening to tales shared by the cowpokes in their soft, unhurried drawl.

J. M. Hochstetler

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Trails of the Dime Novel (2006)
Trails of the Dime Novel is a delightful new book, especially for younger readers. As Rick Dayton heads West to write the little books that were so popular at the turn of the century, little did he know he would not be writing the adventures, but living them. Each chapter resulted in another of the small tomes, full of humor, and fascinating tales. It's a great read even for adults.

-From The Inspirational Reader

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Mysterious Ways (2005)
Reviewer:
Joan M. Shoup "J. M. Hochstetler" (Charlotte, TN United States)

Terry Burns has crafted a deceptively simple, often humorous story that reveals layers of profound truth as you turn the pages. And turn those pages, you will! Whether you like Westerns or not, you'll be captivated by this story of a thief's redemption. Burns brings his characters to life with a deft and easy touch, and before you know it, you not only care deeply about their fates, but you're actually rooting for the "bad" guy to see the light and laughing out loud as his well-laid plans lead him to a reward considerably more valuable than what he had in mind. Read this story for entertainment, but don't be surprised if you find yourself moved in ways you didn't expect.

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Soul Matters for Men (2005)
A unique devotional for men that shares wisdom and inspiration for the important issues in their lives. A book containing a story from the author by Mark Gilroy Communications through Thomas Nelson Publishing.

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Don't I Know You? (2003)
Les Williams Lincoln, Nebraska United States

Larry Smith is a common name for a cowboy. But it's not Larry's name folks remember. Everyone Larry meets feels like they know him from somewhere which leads to all sorts of consequences. There all kind of surprises in store for the reader of Terry's WONDERFUL STORY-DON'T I KNOW YOU? Terry Burns has done it again...written a very good inspirational western that I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!!

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To Keep a Promise (2002)
Reviewed by Michelle Buckman

Terry Burns breaks into print in a novel rich in Texan drawl and old western authenticity. To Keep A Promise opens with a determined couple leaving a wagon train to set off on their own, only to be set upon by savages. Patrick, an eager evangelizing preacher, steps out to share the Good Book with the savages and meets an untimely demise, leaving his wife, Janie, alone on a trail to nowhere with no one to help her survive.

In To Keep A Promise, Terry Burns weaves a heartwarming story sure to entertain readers of all ages, and leave them ready for his next book to hit the shelves.

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About Terry Burns, Hartline Literary Agency

Terry is an author of over 20 books and an agent for Hartline Literary. His available books and more information on him, a large library of writing links, and connections to more western and christian writers are available at his Terry Burns website where a blog is posted weekdays.

Upcoming Events
Faculty Jerry Jenkins Writing for the Soul Conference - Denver Feb 18, 2010 - 8:00 AM
CONFERENCE - NOLA STARs chapter of RWA- Holiday Inn Financi al Plaza - Shreveport, LA Mar 5, 2010 - 1:00 AM
CONFERENCE - East Texas Writers Conference - E TX Bapt Univ - Marshall TX Jun 9, 2010 - 1:00 AM
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Blog
Is there a change in submission preferrences?   11/30/2009 - 9:24 AM
I've been sensing a change in the way editors look at receiving submissions where the person submitting indicated the manuscript is finished versus a person submitting on proposal with a deadline for completion. We've long known the book needed to be... (login or sign up to read more)
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Saint's Roost   8/18/2009 - 10:33 AM
It was the year 2000 when I wrote my first inspirational fiction, a book titled "To Keep a Promise." It came about because mother was on me to write a book with a female protagonist. We had a place out at Greenbelt Lake near Clarendon Texas and much ... (login or sign up to read more)
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Word Count   8/13/2009 - 9:39 AM
It can be confusing. It can depend on the genre, on the publisher, on how much you have published, whether it is mass market mainstream paperback or hardback, on a lot of things. There are some general guidelines that can help: a writer selling their... (login or sign up to read more)
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Writing lesson from the movies   7/28/2009 - 5:38 PM
So many writers think they are through when they write the story. Actually that's when crafting the story should begin. Like a director of a movie that takes all the raw scenes that he's shot and goes into the cutting room to weave them into a movie,... (login or sign up to read more)
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Love's Rescue launched   7/19/2009 - 2:38 PM
One of my clients, Tammy Barley, had the launch for her new title 'Loves Rescue,' and another client Pam Meyers was able to be there and sent me a picture. Wish I could have been there too. Originally titled "On the Wings of the Storm" this book ... (login or sign up to read more)
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Recent Guestbook Comments (10)  
Ellen C Maze on 1/07/10 - 4:34 PM
Thank you Terry! I also follow you on Facebook. Have a great day my friend! Ellen C Maze
Lingk2us on 1/01/10 - 9:29 PM
Happy New Year!

We all make New Year resolutions. But generally, within a few weeks they have all become casualties of our busy schedules, inconsistency or just plain 'ol lack of will power. So in light of this a most common pitfall, we thought we would ask our FB friends to ponder and answer the following question...

What is the smallest change with the greatest impact you can now make to bring you closer to a personal goal or just simply much needed change at home, at work or in life?

Link 2 us and be inspired!
Gary Revel on 12/29/09 - 9:56 PM


HAPPY NEW YEAR

LOVE
New music video on YouTube

Nike Chillemi on 12/25/09 - 2:10 PM
Dropping by to wish you a blessed Christmas. :)
Teresa Slack on 12/22/09 - 9:01 AM
Wishing you a blessed and merry Christmas.

Teresa Slack
Stories to entertain, edify, and inspire
Larry Hill Ministries on 12/14/09 - 6:01 PM
Hey my friend
I would like to wish you a Merry Christmas
from my family to yours! And I pray our Lord uses
you greatly in the days to come!!!
God bless

Larry
Psalm 32:8
WaveRider on 11/24/09 - 7:07 AM
Thanks, friend. And all of yours also. Keep smilin'...Lee
Catherine on 11/23/09 - 5:40 PM
Terry,

You're welcome *smiles*
Thank you *smiles*

Blessings,
Catherine
Catherine on 11/23/09 - 5:23 PM
Have a Happy Thanksgiving! *smiles*
WaveRider on 11/23/09 - 10:15 AM
Greeting, Terry, from Va. Beach. I'm glad to see you're still ridin' the horses and wearing the 10-gallon. Your new pic takes you from being a calm cowboy to someone who can draw and hit what he aims at. Hope all is well with you and your better half. Keep smilin'...Lee