Press Releases from John Paul Godges (16 total)
“Oh, Beautiful” Wins IndieReader Discovery Award for American Studies
At the first annual IndieReader Discovery Awards, announced this week at the BookExpo America trade show in New York City, the award in the category…
"Oh, Beautiful" Named to Kirkus Reviews' Best of 2011 Book List
Often called “the world’s toughest book critics,” Kirkus Reviews has named Oh, Beautiful: An American Family in the 20th Century to its Best of 2011…
Genealogist Asks Godges for Advice on Family Memoirs, Family Members
Lauding the family memoir "Oh, Beautiful: An American Family in the 20th Century” as a “wonderful illustration for all family historians grappling with writing their…
American Family Besieged by Outside Forces? Godges Espouses Contrary View
Going head to head with Michael Ray Dresser, host of the “Dresser After Dark” talk radio show, author John Paul Godges shared contrary opinions about…
Indie Book Award Finalist "Oh, Beautiful" Honored in Two Memoir Categories
Big news on the book beat! "Oh, Beautiful: An American Family in the 20th Century" has been named a finalist in two memoir categories of…
Author Honors Greatest Generation at Sunrise Senior Living Community
It was a chance to pay tribute to those who have helped make America great.
“This is the first time I’ve been invited to speak to…
Author of "Oh, Beautiful" Memoir to Appear at L.A. Times Festival of Books
Author John Paul Godges will be signing and selling copies of his family memoir, Oh, Beautiful: An American Family in the 20th Century, at the…
Beach Reporter Covers Local Turf and Surf of Godges Family Memoir
Serving the beach cities of Los Angeles County, this week’s Beach Reporter highlights many local spots that play important roles in the Godges family memoir,…
From Abduction to Camelot and Beyond, Author Recounts American Story
In an interview with Manhattan Beach Patch.com reporter Bethany Eanes, local author John Paul Godges shared his biggest surprise in chronicling his family’s history in…
Author Tells WNTN Radio Why He Dedicated Family Memoir to Nephews
Author John Paul Godges spoke on WNTN AM 1550 in Newton, Massachusetts, in early January about the three living generations of his family, particularly the…
Godges Family Memoir Hits #8 on Amazon Kindle Bestseller List for Gay & Lesbian …
Independent author John Paul Godges has beaten the odds by hitting #8 on the Amazon Kindle bestseller list for gay and lesbian nonfiction with his…
Godges Pops Off with KAHI's Mary Jane Popp over Immigration
Known for her high-octane interviews, Mary Jane Popp, host of the nationally syndicated radio show “PoppOff,” sparked a lively debate over immigration with author John…
On KKZZ, Author Calls Mentally Ill Sister “Heart and Soul” of Family Memoir
In a wide-ranging conversation with radio host Bill Frank, known as “Billy the Brain” on KKZZ AM 1400 in Ventura, California, author John Paul Godges…
KOCI Radio Probes for Inspiration, Clues to Overcoming Family Conflicts
Broadcasters from radio station KOCI 101.5 FM in Costa Mesa, California, asked author John Paul Godges about the inspiration for his family memoir, Oh, Beautiful:…
Godges Outsells George W. Bush, Nears Keith Richards at Village Books
Time to smile! The humble family memoir by John Paul Godges has sold twice as well as the memoir by former U.S. President George W.…
New "Family Memoir" Portrays Enduring Quest for Meaning in America
From the decapitation of a migrant laborer to the exertions of his great-grandchildren nearly a century later, a newly released book chronicles the true story…
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