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Physically and psychologically abused 17-year-old
Amanda Grant inexplicably travels to 1965 from her native 1987 and
attempts to help Matthew, the similarly victimized teenage version
of her father. But her anachronistic presence impacts everyone around her
in unanticipated ways, especially when Matthew inadvertently falls in
love with his future daughter....
AMJ's long-held dream of publishing his first novel - a time travel story with a child abuse theme that he originally conceived in 1986 - finally came true in 2002, and the critical response was unanimous. "James," reported the Tulsa World, "not only has a topical message, but the ability to wrap that message within a story of intrigue that fascinates the mind." Science Fiction and Fantasy World called Undo the Deed "remarkable and spellbinding", while Scribes World declared it "riveting". And acclaimed sci-fi author Robert J. Sawyer, creator of the book behind television's Flashforward, deemed AMJ's début "gutsy and heartwrenching...as with all good science fiction, it wonderfully illuminates the human condition." Undo the Deed is special to AMJ because it gave him not only a chance to speak out on an important topic he feels strongly about, but a chance to provide hope and even help for its readers as well. He shared his thoughts about that and more in this 2002 interview: |
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Other books give you comprehensive listings on where
to find work as an extra. This one will tell you the truth about
what happens once you get it! Adam-Michael James delves into
the nitty-gritty of what it’s like to be an extra - his borderline jaded
commentaries are tempered with a love of the entertainment industry that
should be required reading for every show biz newcomer.
 AMJ's second book was a radical departure from his first
one, turning his experience as a Hollywood background actor into a humorous how-to. "If you've ever thought of catching
the next bus to Hollywood and breaking into show biz as an extra,"
said Midwest Book Review, "you need to read what
this author has to say." Extra Extra!: Memoirs from a Piece of
Human Furniture was released on AMJ's birthday in 2005. Going one step further, AMJ recorded a song and accompanying video (still at left) based on Extra Extra! Check out Music for this unique take on his book! And you can visit the Gallery for exclusive photos of AMJ as an extra! |
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AMJ will definitely not be limiting his
literary output to two. Next year he plans to resume work on The Leaves of One
Tree, a dual love story which bounces between the present day and the
Old West.
Don't want to wait for more words from AMJ? It just so happens that every two weeks he writes an opinion column about the long-running show The Bold and the Beautiful on soap opera web site soapcentral.com. Visit their Two Scoops section often and check out how AMJ calls 'em like he sees 'em! And don't forget, you can purchase AMJ's current books at the AMJ On-Line Store! |