Do you feel that medical personnel are cold,
unfeeling and put religion aside when they don the mask
of their profession? Not true. The truth is they know
that's when they need religion the most-when they're
face to face with death. Beyond the Surgeon's Touch is a
book of stories based on actual events that brings the
staff of emergency rooms and surgical suites to life and
prove that they are, after all, just human. These are
medical histories as related by hospital personnel who
have been a witness to them. These stories illustrate
that miracles can, and do, happen to average people more
often than you may realize.
This collection of stories
captures the 1950s era superbly. I was enchanted
by "Glora Lynn" and amused and delighted with
her Mamaw and her infinite wisdom. Gloria Teague
got the voice just right as she lets us peek
back at small town family living. Jackie Darrah
Saturday Night Cocoa Fudge is a collection of
charming, down-to-earth stories of family, love,
and honest hearts. I felt as if I were reliving
these times all over again. This is a good
pick-me-up for readers of all ages and perfect
to give as a gift. You'll do a lot of smiling
while reading these stories--except when you're
wiping away a tear.
What comes to mind when you think of fudge?
Warm, savory, inviting? That's how I feel about
the book, "Saturday Night Cocoa Fudge" (the real
stuff ain't so bad either.)
In Gloria's fourth book, she takes us back to
the world she grew up in, nestled not so quietly
in the foothills of the `50s with characters
that are strange and loving and all too
familiar.
The reader will find that he or she wasn't the
only little person to eat the decorations off
their mud pies, get chased by a demon bird,
wreck your friend's new tricycle, or sneak off
to do something that you KNOW your elders would
certainly not approve of.
It was a treat to read this book, each story a
tasty morsel. It was almost like eating potato
chips: I couldn't read just one chapter; I had
to have one more, just one more. Then sadly, it
was over.
In Gloria's stories, there is something for
everyone, a person or event that each of us can
relate to and you'll find yourself saying, "Oh
yeah! I remember when ..." you did something
silly or painful or just plain stupid or felt
the unconditional love of that can only come
from family. You'll find yourself wanting to hug
little `Glora'. You can even feel Mamaw's arms
envelop you and tell you it's going to be okay
and tomorrow's going to be a brighter day or
another day filled with some new mystery to
explore or escape from.
"Saturday Night Cocoa Fudge" shows us how
important family is and how those people around
us shape our lives and how they will always be a
part of who we are.
I dare you to read this delectable book in
public: people WILL stare at you because you'll
be smiling really big and even laughing out
loud.
I loved this book! I wasn't raised in the
"deep south" or in a coal mining town, but I was
a child during the same era as "Glora Lynn" and
reading the stories of this child brought back a
flood of nostalgia for my own childhood past. I
couldn't put the book down until it was done - I
had to turn page after page to see what antics
little Glora Lynn and her family and friends
would be up to next. My only disappointment with
this book was that it ended and left me with no
more Glora Lynn! LOL I could so envision this
book as a movie with Glora Lynn brought to life
making you laugh, cry, and sigh just as the book
itself did. Excellent work capturing days gone
by and describing life events in an entertaining
and captivating way. I'm already reading it a
second time!
Saturday Night Cocoa Fudge captured my
attention from the very beginning. Anyone raised
in the south during this era can relate to this
book. But even if you weren't, you can laugh at
the humor and cry at the injustices, both of
which are sprinkled throughout the book. The
characters seemed like family and I sat down
with them as they ate fudge and watched the late
movie together. I hated to see the book come to
an end and hope Gloria Teague writes a sequel
very soon!
Civic Groups,
Libraries, etc. and others Speaking Engagements
Springfield, MO October 5, 2008
Gloria, thank
you for taking time away from your busy schedule to
come to Springfield and talk to Ozarks Romance
Authors. We thoroughly enjoyed your presentation and
look forward to more of your stories in written
form.
Maurine Howell, ORA Secretary
I want to thank you again for
presenting such a super program for our group last
Saturday. Not only was the information about your
book excellent, you’re a sonerful motivation
speaker, as well. Several women who were there are
now interested in writing memoirs for their families
and afterward said they felt much encouraged by your
experiences. We really you.
Barbara Huddleston, Vice president
ORA
Mannford, OK
October 17, 2008
Thank you so much for taking time
out of your very busy and important schedule to do a
writing workshop at the library. You an inspiring,
optimistic bit o’ sunshine whom we count lucky to be
our friend and colleague.
Colleen Fleming, Director,
Mannford Library
Bristow, OK
January 12, 2009
My dear Gloria, Oh how ou did
bless our day. Thank you so much for bringing your
books and giving us a great book review. Please come
again. Keep us updated as to when your next book
will be released. Cheers!
Miracles Beyond Medicine by author Gloria Teague is a book that
will inspire you, encourage you and bring you to the full
realization that miracles can and do happen to average people
more often that most realize.
It is evident that Gloria Teague has experienced the pages of
her book as she so vividly describes the accounts of actual
miracles that she witness first hand while working in the health
care industry. Miracles Beyond Medicine will make you angry as
you experience with Gloria Teague the tragedies that people
face. This book will make you cry and will warm your heart.
Above all Miracles Beyond Medicine renew your faith in mankind
and in the power of God to heal. If you never read another book
this year, you can put Miracles Beyond Medicine on your must
read list. I promise Miracles Beyond Medicine will be a book
that you will not be able to put down.
Tom Ward, author
The Enemy Within
Outposts of Hell or Portals to Heaven
This is the second book I have read from Gloria Teague. Innocence
Sacrificed was a book that sent you from heaven to hell several times
and left you waiting for the next twist or turn in the life of Amelia.
Amelia's life starts from the harsh religous backgrond forced upon her
by her parents,from there her resentment towards her parents leads her
on a life of sex, devil worship and back to God!.... The book is well
worth reading with the author keeping the reader in wonderment on how
the book will turn at the next chapter.
My only regret about this book is that I didn't find it sooner!
Fabulous read, kept me on the edge of my seat, looking over my
shoulder. C'mon Gloria, give us another great book!!
I typically read historical fiction but I thought I would give
this a try. It has a mixture of darkness, suspense, horror and a
bit of romance, not nearly enough to make it sappy but enough to
tug at the heartstrings. I have never found such a successful
mix in any story I have ever read. I read this book in one
night, just couldn't put it down.
The lead male character is one that I too would have fallen for
even after knowing his secret. If Gloria is a new author, I
can't wait until she puts more of her work on the market. Thanks
for writing a story that I find my thoughts drifting back to
quite often. Loved it
GREAT!!!!! Has that unusual knack of description, so you feel as
if you are a part of the story . Can't wait to read another
"masterpiece".
Made me feel like Jonathan was going to jump out and back into
her life at any time. She wasn't the only one "looking over her
shoulder".
With 10 being the highest rating I would rate it
100..That is the GREATEST book i've read..:D I
could not put it down.. I even read it twice..:D
I would definantly recommend to read this book
to everyone!:) I would say a favorite part but I
dont think I can pick just one..:P Keep writing
more:D
i really Love this book , loved her last
one and am waitting for the next. this
book captured my attention right away .
It took me about a week to read it , i
started and got through the first half ,
in a couple of days and when I was able
to pick it up again i finished the last
half of the book in an afternoon.
THis is a great author and am looking
forward to the next book. this would
make a great movie ,I think a lot of
people would watch it . the authors
imagination comes alive in this book,
not knowing what is going to happen next
. each chapter brings a stunning
surprise.
Innocence Sacrificed is a easy
read. Don't assume by that
description that is is simple or
uninteresting. It's filled with
captivating characters and
heartfelt emotion.
Well done, Ms. Teague.
This book was great. I
read it in less than
three days, once I
started reading it I
couldn't put it down. It
flowed so well that you
weren't reading and
re-reading to make sure
you understood what was
going on. It grabs your
attention from the get
go and does not stop
until the end. I can't
wait for her next book.
The characters
in this story
could be anyone
you or I grew up
with. Living in
a small town, a
painfully shy
and quiet girl
meets up with
someone who will
change her whole
life. The writer
is graphic in
how she portrays
the people in
this story,
letting the
reader see just
how an innocent
can be persuaded
by someone with
a strong
personality.
I found this
story to be
fascinating from
cover to cover.
I have read this
book a few
times, and each
time, I have
found something
I have missed
the times
before.
I would like
to see more
material from
this author in
the future.
An Awesome Book, 
Innocence Sacrificed, 