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John R. Williams was born and raised on the Southside of Chicago, Illinois and is the eldest of three sons. As a product of a single parent home, John discovered a deep appreciation for the arts at an early age through music, poetry and writing. As a child he was exposed to bittersweet life growing up in the inner city. In 2003, John began writing informally. He wrote in a journal daily trying to perfect his writing style. His goal was to master both comedic and dramatic writing. John received no formal training in literature other than reading urban classics and masses of poetry that he usually found at book fairs and in local libraries. He studied the works of urban novelists and allowed his ability to be influenced heavily by these cutting edge authors.

Over time John developed his own unique style. John used his shortcomings as a child and experiences as a young adult to shape his edgy writing style. The stimulus for his literary aggression is oftentimes revealed in his works. If asked, John would tell you that the goal of his writing is to entertain, educate and assist with the human spirit's progression. While pursuing a writing career he also maintained a prominent position at a large Telecommunications company. His hard work brought him success as a Sales Executive. John soon learned how to sell ideas. Over time his profession afforded him the means to truly make a go at professional writing.

In 2004 John focused his efforts and began to explore writing. Within his first year writing professionally John self-published two titles. His first work; a children’s short story and coloring book about the bond between father and son entitled Daddy and Me was a huge success!

His second work, a book he co-authored with his best friend was an immediate success. C.E.L.L Cityfolk Electronically Livin Life: The Secrets We Hide in Our Cell Phones was an engaging endeavor with a strong storyline about three best friends living, working and playing in Chicago that expose the hidden world of wireless treachery.

In 2006, What Could Have Been? The Saint, the Sinner and the Attempt was released. It was his 1st independent self-published novel. Books simply flew off the shelves! Now in 2009 John is set to release his 1st debut novel under a major publishing house .The novel is affectionately titled The Reunion. The book will be on shelves February 2009.

John participates in charity and community events on a regular basis and attributes his love for hip-hop and the entrepreneurial spirit as his main motivators. In his free time John can be seen frequenting just about any Neo-Soul Café, poetry reading or urban hotspot in any major city. Please support John’s efforts by purchasing copies of his books today!!

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The Reunion by author John R. Williams
ISBN 13: 978-0-9818094- 4-1
ISBN 10: 0-9818094-4- 8
Website: www.theauthor.us
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Sean Jiles was a popular guy at Kensor High School on Chicago ’s Southside. His gifted writing ability, common sense and loyalty gained him lifelong friendships and a suitable following during his years there. After graduating, Sean moved to Dallas , Texas to attend college and pursue his dream of writing and directing stage plays.

While in college, Sean meets Eva Sparks, a sexy graduate student with sass. They hit it off immediately and start dating. Things start out fine but Sean soon realizes that she more than he can handle. Eva is a hot mess! She is insecure, controlling, possessive and insanely jealous. In comparison, a far cry from Jade Brown, his high school sweetheart and true love from a decade ago. Not a day passes where Sean doesn’t recollect when life was much simpler.

Now Sean is a college graduate and he has received $100,000 to produce his first major stage play. Between his career and problems with Eva, things in Sean’s life are absolutely crazy! At the height of his dilemma, Sean receives an invitation in the mail to attend his 10-Year High School Class Reunion . This is great news!

Although things are hectic in Sean’s life, he will attend. The Reunion is sure to be the highlight of his summer. A vacation from Eva couldn’t have come at a better time. As exciting as it seems, Sean understands that the reunion will rehash tons of mixed emotions and force him to confront Eva and re-examine a failed love. Sean’s departure will also send Eva on one of the most frenzied fits of jealousy ever captured on paper! This book will not disappoint! Purchase the book today at: http://www.xpressyourselfpublishing.org/bookstore.htm

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The Reunion by author John R. Williams

Readers and Interviewers, these are the things we will highlight throughout the book and social network discussions. The Reunion is a great book for bookclub discussions!


Point #1 – The Reunion was written for anyone that has ever been in love or ever been nostalgic about the good old days. We all have stories from back in the day when we wore crazy hair styles, funny looking clothes and had high school sweethearts. My book will whisk you away and take you back in time to when life was simpler.

Point #2 -The Reunion also addresses the topic of change. It is all around us. Sometimes people change for the better other times that they change for the worst. Life’s circumstance, children, careers and hardship force us to dig deep into our core and find the very best in ourselves. Not everyone is up for the challenge. Some fail horribly at adulthood while others master the art or growing up. They get jobs, start families and tackle life. This dynamic has never ceased to surprise me. I am intrigued by the opportunity to illustrate this through my written work.


Point #3 -I am a big fan of eroticism, comedic and dramatic writing. To date there have only been a handful of authors that have been able to successfully mesh the three. My books will make you laugh, cry and quiver with an uncommon echelon of sexual uneasiness that can only be quenched by finishing the pages of my book. I want to create a total experience for my readers. In this age, sub par imagination and mediocre inventiveness is not rewarded. I intend to make an impact using this formula.

Point #4 - I was the product of a single parent home. I was born and raised in the city of Chicago . Growing up I faced hardship and learned how to survive the mean streets at an early age. On the converse side, I also discovered the beautiful elements of life. My edgy writing style stems from my life and experiences growing up in Chicago . I draw back to these experiences every time I write and use the good, the bad and the ugly to create a literary kaleidoscope that is as varied as my readers.


The Reunion by author John R. Williams
ISBN 13: 978-0-9818094- 4-1
ISBN 10: 0-9818094-4- 8
Purchase your copy today: www.theauthor.us
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