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born
January 11, 1978 in Halifax, Canada

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About this author

Ali Marsman was born in 1978, she grew up and spent twenty-five years living in Nova Scotia and now lives in British Columbia.

Her first books, 'Heal With Me' and 'Our Journey Goes On' sent her on a journey throughout Canada presenting motivational workshops and speeches, in schools, group homes, shelters and within various other organizations and societies.

Ali has received many awards for her writing and has been profiled in magazines, on television programs and as well as radio.

She is also the author of:
Book Two: 'Because of Grandfather'
Book Three: 'Because of Grandmother' both an elaboration on the lifestyle lived in 'Sporadic Memories' through the eyes of the grandson and granddaughter.
(soon to be released by Saga Books)


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Published on July 05, 2009 18:38 • 366 views • Tags: ali, marsman, memories, sporadic
Average rating: 4.12 · 43 ratings · 17 reviews · 1 distinct work
Sporadic Memories
4.12 of 5 stars 4.12 avg rating — 43 ratings — published 2008
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Sporadic Memories (Poetry)
1 chapters   —   updated Jan 31, 2009 10:20am
Description: The first 10 pages...I have added a link of me reading an excerpt on Authors Read! http://www.blogtalkradio.com/AuthorsRead/2009/01/30/Ali-Marsman-Sporadic-Memories

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" One of the best books I've ever read. Brilliant teacher and beautiful writer...sometimes poetic. "
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More of Ali's books…
Albert Einstein
“If I were not a physicist, I would probably be a musician. I often think in music. I live my daydreams in music. I see my life in terms of music.”
Albert Einstein

C.G. Jung
“Your visions will become clear only when you can look into your own heart. Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes.”
C.G. Jung

Alice Walker
“Oh, Celie, unbelief is a terrible thing. And so is the hurt we cause others unknowingly.”
Alice Walker, The Color Purple

“We don't see things as they are, we see them as we are.”
Anonymous, Quran / القرآن الكريم

Herodotus
“In Peace, Sons bury their Fathers. In War, Fathers bury their Sons.”
Herodotus

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message 48: by Ali

Ali Hello Friends!

I would like to thank all of you for your support, and for sending me messages inquiring about the release of the next two books to my trilogy.
As some of you already know, my ex-publisher printed the very first draft of my novel, and not the edited version I spent nearly two years perfecting...they also reneged on every other aspect of my contract, so I have been picking up the pieces, and will be releasing the trilogy, as well as my first two poetry books very soon!
Thank you for staying in touch...I will try to get back to everyone individually...
Sincerely,
Ali :)


message 47: by Dwayne

Dwayne Hey Ali! Hope all is well! Just wanted to let you know I have just posted two sample chapters to Eye For An Eye (the sequel to Home Wrecker coming this October) and my mystery suspense novel, In Strict Confidence (coming in 2011) Check them out when you can!


message 46: by Dee

Dee Happy Birthday Ali!
Have a great 2010!


message 45: by Erica

Erica Happy Birthday, Ali! I hope you have a great day!


message 43: by Ratih

Ratih hali, ali...how are you?? have you got well now??


message 42: by Lizz

Lizz Hi Ali.

I saw that you marked Marie's Book of Spells as "to-read." I just wanted to let you know that if you haven't downloaded it yet, I'll be changing the price from free to $.99 on November 1st. Stop by the page and download a copy if you haven't already!

http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/68...


message 41: by Ruby

Ruby  Emam Hi, Ali.
Did you get a chance to read The Little Black Fish? I see that I have attracted some attention from the group members. I am looking forward to your comments considering that although the book is for children yet, the author has wonderfully inserted messages in the story which shows a path only uderstandable by advanced readers and adults (in most cases).
I see many discussions posted for different books listed in this category and they are great discussions. But none asked me this question: "How can a children's book have "political" contents and be "banned?" Please tell me what you think.
Thanks a lot,



message 40: by Rae

Rae Thanks for the GR friendship, Ali! Hope you're having a fab weekend!


message 39: by Stephen

Stephen Hi, Ali! Thank you for asking me to be your friend.


message 38: by Terra

Terra BTW, love the picture! You are gorgeous! Thanks again for the add my friend! :-)


message 37: by Maryam.

Maryam. Haha, No problem!!I would love to chat with you too!


message 36: by Maryam.

Maryam. Thank you so much for the friend request Ali!!


message 35: by Bhumi

Bhumi Thanks for the friend request, Ali! And I can't wait to read your book :)


message 34: by Katrina

Katrina Burchett Thanks for giving Choices 5 STARS, Ali :)


message 33: by Diane

Diane Giurco




Thanks for the recommendation,Ali.


message 32: by Brien

Brien Jones Always wonderful to hear from my favorite author!


message 31: by Marina

Marina Hi. Happy you liked it. Thanks for the add.


message 30: by K.G.

K.G. Borland No problem :D I really liked Sporadic Memories so adding you to my author list was just something I had to do :P

keep up the great work


message 29: by Shawnette (last edited Aug 24, 2009 09:20pm)

Shawnette Hey, Ali...thanks for the invite into your circle of friends...CONGRATS on your books...and I wish you much future success with your writings...looking forward to sharing chats, reviews and any/all recommendations...have a blessed week...and Happy Reading & Writing :-)


message 28: by Brien

Brien Jones I'm answering an email you sent me FIVE WEEKS AGO!

Jones Harvest Publishing has been so lucky lately that I'm not afraid to jinx it.

I took on all of our problems one by one and reversed them!



message 27: by Vivian

Vivian Arend Ali- just saw you were reading the Chronicles of Narnia.

My fav? The Voyage of the the Dawn Treader


message 26: by Edain

Edain Duguay Thank you for putting my eBooks on your to-read list!


message 25: by Sharon

Sharon Ellis Ali, You are beautiful!
God Bless you and keep you!
Sharon


message 24: by Leslie

Leslie thanks for the friends add :)


message 23: by Alicia

Alicia Yes, getting new books is fun..but putting them in the system is not.

I'm glad you had a great day at school.

Alicia
:D



message 22: by Alicia

Alicia Hi, Ali

I am having a pretty good day so far. I am at work, which is a library on an university's campus. We are currently doing inventory and my wonderful job is to catalog books (yay me!). So I am stuck in my office in the back of the library staring at a computer screen all day.

Hope your day is going well?

Alicia
:D


message 21: by Brien

Brien Jones I only sent you very tardy emails. I got overwhelmed. Jones Harvest Publishing is very suddenly very popular again--Which is very good news!

How are things going for you?


message 20: by Alicia

Alicia Hey, Ali

No, they don't call me Ali. I am normally called Lish or Lici...or hey you, which is not exactly my favorite. I am having a blast with Recipes Galore and I am glad you are liking what little I do contribute.


message 19: by MB

MB Hi, Ali! Thanks for friending me. The icon photo is a vulture, I think. Surprisingly, it is a fairly attractive vulture...who knew?


message 18: by Brien

Brien Jones Nice to meet you!


message 17: by Ruby

Ruby  Emam Thanks for recommending "The Future of Man". Sounds like a great book. Now I know your taste in books!
"The Little Black Fish" is also showing the path to freedom, equality and justice (all in the framework of a great story for children). This is what makes it so special.


Rosemary Ali, thanks so much for befriending me. I wish you the best with your books and music!


message 15: by Deyonte

Deyonte M bonjour maman
i see you have more friends than me on this site but that will soon change lol
ilike this site i will get my friends and teachers to join


message 14: by Francis

Francis Ray Hello Ali,
Thanks for the contact. All the best and continued success.


message 13: by Cecelia

Cecelia Thanks for e-mailing me, Ali! I'm glad you enjoyed my blog!


message 12: by Dianne

Dianne Ascroft It's lovely to meet you, Ali. I always enjoy meeting fellow writers - especially another Canadian!

Dianne Ascroft,
author of 'Hitler and Mars Bars'


message 11: by Vanessa (last edited May 25, 2009 06:38pm)

Vanessa Hi Ali,

I can not wait for your next installation "Because Of Grandfather" to hit! You're such a crafted writer, gifted pianist, and inspirational poet.

Your written works, speaks to the heart and soul of readers. If your readers loved "Sporadic Memories" (as I did and do) I am assured they are going to love this read, too! Keep shining!

Blessings,
Vanessa


Stacy-Deanne Stacy-Deanne Hi Ali,

I wish you great luck with your book and keep spreading around that positive light you are!

Best Wishes!

Stacy
http://www.stacy-deanne.net


message 9: by Beth

Beth Hi Ali,
Thanks for befriending this fellow Goodreads author!


message 8: by Tara

Tara bosch hey girlfriend how r ya doing i hope you have a great week


message 7: by Dee

Dee Hi Ali!
Have a good week!


William Thanks for the add...http://www.billhazelgrove.com
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Funniest novel I have read since Richard Russo's Straight Man...Chicago Sun Times

Rocket  Man



message 5: by Ilyn

Ilyn Ross Thank you so much, Ali.


message 4: by Ilyn

Ilyn Ross Hello Ali,

How are you? Thank you for being my friend. Good fortune on your books. I wish you a Healthy, Happy, & Prosperous 2009!

Please visit these groups when you have a chance: Happy & Brainy Group, To the Glory of Man, and Reason Reigns. Have a marvelous week. Warmest regards.


Andrea Kulman Thank you so much for the kind words! I am honored to have you as a friend!


message 2: by Dee

Dee Hi Ali!
My release date will be sometime in April.
I can't wait to read your book, Sporadic Memories!
I am ordering it this weekend!
Have a blessed day!


message 1: by Dee

Dee Hi Ali!
Thanks for the friendship!
I am looking forward to reading your book.
I wish you much success!


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