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Memoirs of a Runaway: A Story of Hope was released March 2008. Press Release from
PR.com --- Outskirts Press Announces Memoirs of a Runaway, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Autobiography Book from Moncks Corner,
SC Author Michael Kennon. Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Memoirs of a Runaway: A Story of Hope Based on a True Story
Written by Michael Kennon, which is the author’s most recent book to date. The 5.5 x 8.5 Paperback in the Autobiography
category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail price
of $10.95. with the book’s publication.
Michael Kennon is the CEO
and President of Kennon Transport, LLC, a successful trucking business he runs with his wife, Sue. Before owning his own company, Mike was a runaway and was virtually homeless for most of his childhood
and young adulthood. To survive on the road, Mike drove trucks, sold encyclopedias, hustled pool,
was a baker, ski instructor, sous chef, drug dealer just to name a few. Drugs and other
dependencies took over Mike's life to the point that he could not accept help when it was offered,
nor could he stop running away from a past that haunted him. While now blessed with what he has achieved
in his life and in his personal and family relationships, things were much different at one time. "Memoirs of a Runaway: A Story of Hope" is a tale of survival and spirituality. Isolation and reconnection. Most
of all, it is a hand reaching out to those who travel down the same troubled path; a story of hope.
information and phone numbers is also available to print
and hand out.
The Audio Book is Now Available
!! Read reviews and download Memoirs of a Runaway directly off
the Internet for $9.95
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Not too long ago I heard her say, "I never met a drug I didn't like." Even if she lives through
everything that she's doing to herself and her loved ones, what will her consequences be in the end? I heard that this same
young lady has been running away from home, having sex with multiple partners, has been into very heavy drugs and other criminal
activities. Since her parents, police and court systems have done the best they could to intervene, they will now have to
sit idly by and just hope for the best. She was so sweet, so young, so innocent. How did this happen? She's only thirteen.
I wish I couldn't relate... but I can. I read a staggering statistic that said one
in seven children between the ages of 10 and 17 will run away. 'Memoirs of a Runaway' is a story based on the life of a young
man who ran away at a very early age but overcame the odds. Memoirs is an inspiring tale about hope and survival. (I should
know... I lived it !!) "I loved it...It HELD
my interest! The ending and nearing the end of the book was especially great. I think your book will inspire many kids/adults
that are runaways or having rough times in their own lives." --Janice Lansel
"I'm almost done with the book. I've gotten to the last
chapter now and i don't want it to end ! I just really like this book and the character so much. And I read a lot of books
!" --Sandra Ruemker
"Wow! You certainly have quite a story to share. You have been through so much. Where some people might
have given up you persevered and have done so much. Your work demonstrates strong writing with a nice flow; your narrative
voice is fantastic. You really have done a nice job discussing this subject. Your book is nicely put together; books like
yours provide insight for many. I liked the way you chose to set up your text. It hooked me right from the start...the baseball
story is truly amazing." --Jennifer Rush
Excerpt from book... When I reached San
Diego, a bunch of bikers pulled up in front of me. I went up to them, unafraid of any danger that might
be lurking. As I approached them, one of the bikers said, “Hey kid! Don’t
you know it is dangerous to hitchhike out here?”
“Ah, man. I’m glad you’re here to protect me then,” I replied.
I began to think I was going to finally die when the bikers looked at each other and started laughing.
“Where are you going?” the biker
asked. “No clue,” I answered. “Well, jump on. We’ve been there
several times, and we’ll sure take you right to it,” he responded. I jumped on a bike driven by the gang’s smallest biker. If
I had to end up fighting someone, I wanted him to be the one. After driving for a while, we stopped to
stretch our feet. One of the bikers asked me if I had ridden before, and I told him that I had ridden dirt
bikes and bikes on ice in Crystal Lake. They gave me an old 67 Triumph Bonneville to ride, and we toured
around for quite a bit. After a while, they had somewhere to go which clearly did not include me, but they
told me to keep the bike and drove off. I drove around Orange County toward the beach. It
occurred to me that the bike was probably hot and not registered, and I became nervous. I rode the bike
for one last time along the beach, parked it, and walked away. Blogs and Additional Networking Sites Below (For older blogs click on the dates
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Friday, February 19, 2010
Master Tasker Quite a bit happenin... trucking's slow so I seem busier ... (although
still providing a lot of quotes, so may pick back up ;) put house and office up for sale so we can relocate to Florida. (Grandbaby due in April and want to move closer.) Doing a lot of
writing (when sinus infection's not keeping me from it), updating web sites, promotional work for Kennon Transport, Memoirs
and Golden Tee game. Took some time off for wife's surgery. Preparing for move. Trying to stay focused on continuing efforts
to help runaways. Had radio interview late last night on show called America Tonight w/ Kate Delaney. Another radio interview on 'Let's Talk' the 24th. eBook, paperback and audio book now available on PayPal thru this
site. Hear the interview w/ Kate.
11:54 am est
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Memoirs Book Reviews
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Runaway Resource Guide Please visit again soon for
other projects that are currently being developed !!
It’s all about the journey—how
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