Posts Tagged ‘online book tour’

The Greatest Benefit of Virtual Book Tours

I’ve been promoting authors’ books with virtual book tours (VBTs) since 2007. I could share numerous benefits of VBTs: promoting a book from the comfort of your own home, the vast audience they reach, and their longevity (I can type the author’s name and book title from one of my first clients into Google and still see results from her virtual book tour.). I might even discuss two detailed articles I wrote on why VBTs work and how to judge your VBT’s success from my own experience promoting Little Shepherd when it first came out. But I’m not going to talk about any of that. Why? Because that’s not
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Pump Up Your Book Presents A Christmas Kindness Virtual Book Publicity Tour

    Join C.C. Gevry, author of the first chapter reader, A Christmas Kindness,  as she tours the blogosphere December 2 – 23, 2013 on her first virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book! ABOUT A CHRISTMAS KINDNESS   Title: A Christmas Kindness Genre: First chapter reader Author: Cheryl Malandrinos Publisher: 4RV Publishing Pages: 24 Language: English ISBN – 978-0985266141   Eight-year-old Robert is eager to share his wish list with Santa at the mall on Christmas Eve. When he meets Glenn, who has only one request for Santa, Robert is confused over what he should do. Can he cast aside what he wants and ask Santa to bring his new friend
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Pump Up Your Book Presents: Thy Will Be Done Virtual Book Publicity Tour

    Join Ronald Kirk, author of the Christian living book, Thy Will Be Done,  as he tours the blogosphere December 2 – 27, 2013 on his first virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book! ABOUT THY WILL BE DONE   Title: Thy Will Be Done Genre: Christian living Author: Ronald Kirk Publisher: Nordskog Publishing Pages: 256 Language: English ISBN – 978-0988297654 The world cries out for an imaginative but realistic Biblical guide to the life foreshadowed in Christ’s model prayer. No foolish utopia, here is a powerful, comprehensive portrait of a sinful world redeemed and transformed by Christ—including the tools needed to hasten the day. The author weaves a tapestry of possibility–Christ’s
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Pump Up Your Book Presents: Closet Words Virtual Book Publicity Tour

  Join Kim Hilton, author of the Christian inspirational book, Closet Words,  as she tours the blogosphere December 2 – 27, 2013 on her first virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book! ABOUT CLOSET WORDS   Title: Closet Words Genre: Christian inspirational Author: Kim Hilton Publisher: WestBow Press Pages: 174 Language: English ISBN – 978-1449774530 Taken word for word as heard from God, Closet Words is a collection of powerful and penetrating words written down in the stillness of a prayer closet. Hearing from God for several years, Kim Hilton began writing down what she heard. Encouraging, uplifting, and challenging words with a clear message to His servants, Closet Words gives
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  • September 22, 2013
  • Author Interviews, Featured
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Pump Up Your Book Chats with Tim & Debbie Bishop, Authors of ‘Two Are Better’

Tim Bishop Originally from Maine, Tim Bishop has over thirty years of experience in business, first as a CPA, then for many years in various roles in the corporate world. In addition to consulting for small businesses, Tim serves as a Hope Coach for TheHopeLine, a nonprofit organization that seeks to reach, rescue, and restore hurting teens and young adults. Debbie Bishop Debbie Bishop has taught for over twenty-five years, for the past ten years as a literacy specialist in Framingham, Massachusetts. She has a passion for reading and seeing that young people do it well. She also has high interest in recovery issues and encouraging others with her
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  • September 12, 2013
  • Authors on Tour, Featured
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{Virtual Book Tour} Pump Up Your Book Presents Buried Threads Virtual Book Publicity Tour

Pump Up Your Book is pleased to bring you Kaylin McFarren’s Buried Threads virtual book tour October 7 – December 31! Kaylin’s tour is part of a $100 Amazon Gift Card giveaway. See details below on how you can enter to win! ABOUT BURIED THREADS   Title: Buried Threads Genre: Erotic Romantic Suspense Author: Kaylin McFarren Publisher: Creative Edge Publishing LLC Pages: 328 Language: English ISBN-13: 978-1492120469 Rachel’s mouth sagged. “You mean you’re really a monk? But how’s that possible? You’re not even wearing a robe, and your hair…” He simply smiled.  A disturbing prophecy sends a treasure hunting duo on an urgent race to rescue a country in
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Pump Up Your Book Chats with Christian Historical Fantasy Adventure Author Gary L. Doman

Gary L. Doman, whose (pen-)surname rhymes with “roman”, the French word for “novel”, was born in Syracuse (New York) and has spent the majority of his life in Connecticut. He has degrees from Fairfield University and the University of Connecticut. He has developed an interest in just about everything, especially history, geography, religion, language, and the natural world. He began writing as a child and has never really stopped, although he does periodically need to eat and sleep, and also devotes considerable time to his other creative and intellectual endeavors; these include his “weblog” the Doman Domain and one of the items of interest found there, namely, “The Best
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  • August 28, 2013
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Pump Up Your Book Presents Two Are Better Virtual Book Publicity Tour

Join Tim and Debbie Bishop, authors of the inspirational travel adventure memoir, Two Are Better, as they tour the blogosphere September 3 – October 11, 2013 on their first virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book! ————————————————————— ABOUT TWO ARE BETTER From an engagement to a cross-country trip in just ten weeks? And with no experience in bicycle touring—or marriage? While Tim left behind a 26-year corporate career and familiar surroundings, Debbie was about to enter a “classroom” she hadn’t seen in her 24 years of teaching.  Was it a grand getaway or a big mistake? Excerpt:  Over The Top (pgs. 90-91)Just 15 minutes into the day, we arrived at
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  • August 22, 2013
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{Virtual Book Tour} Pump Up Your Book Presents Depression and Your Child Virtual Book Publicity Tour

Pump Up Your Book is proud to be representing Deborah Serani, author of the self-help parenting book, Depression and Your Child: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers, as she tours the blogosphere September 2 – October 31! ABOUT DEPRESSION AND YOUR CHILD: A GUIDE FOR PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS Title: Depression and Your Child: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers Genre: Self-Help, Parenting Author: Deborah Serani Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers (September 16, 2013) Pages: 242 Language: English ISBN-10: 1442221453 ISBN-13: 978-1442221451 Seeing your child suffer in any way is a harrowing experience for any parent. Mental illness in children can be particularly draining due to the mystery surrounding it,
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  • August 1, 2013
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Pump Up Your Book Presents Little Shepherd Virtual Book Publicity Tour 2013 & Giveaway

Join Cheryl C. Malandrinos, author of the Christmas children’s picture book, Little Shepherd, as she virtually tours the blogosphere November 4 – 29, 2013 on her third virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book! ————————————————————— ABOUT LITTLE SHEPHERD Obed is in the hills outside Bethlehem on the night of Christ’s birth. Can he trust the miracle of Christmas to keep his flock safe while he visits the newborn King? GUARDIAN ANGEL PUBLISHING AMAZON BARNES & NOBLE INDIEBOUND.ORG ————————————————————— ABOUT CHERYL C. MALANDRINOS   Cheryl Malandrinos is a freelance writer, children’s author and editor. Her first children’s book, Little Shepherd, was released in August 2010 by Guardian Angel Publishing. She is
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Pump Up Your Book Presents Designed for Relationship Virtual Book Publicity Tour

  Join T.J. MacLeslie, author of the Christian living/spiritual relationship book, Designed for Relationship, as he tours the blogosphere August 2 – 30, 2013 on his first virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book! ————————————————————— ABOUT DESIGNED FOR RELATIONSHIP Mankind has always struggled with the big questions: Why are we here? What is life all about? The search for answers has led in many directions, not all of them helpful. In this age, we are inundated with information, but this flood of knowledge has not necessarily produced wisdom. We find answers to the really important questions as elusive as ever. It really is all about relationship! This is the
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  • April 16, 2013
  • Book Blasts, Featured
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Pump Up Your Book Presents Lou Poumakis’ Faith on Earth? Book Blast – Win $25 Amazon Gift Card

Join Lou Poumakis, author of religion/Bible/theology book, Faith on Earth?, as he tours the blogosphere June 3 – 28, 2013 on his first Book Blast with Pump Up Your Book! Lou will be giving away a $25 Amazon gift card. To enter, fill out the Rafflecopter form below once the Book Blast starts. Good luck! ————————————————– ABOUT THE BOOK “Shall He find faith on the earth?” is a question Christians must answer for they will decide the matter. Believers today have yet to appreciate the magnitude of the responsibility God has placed on their shoulders. You may be surprised and challenged as Lou Poumakis sets forth the eternal significance of
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Pump Up Your Book Presents After the Ending Virtual Book Publicity Tour

Join Lindsey Fairleigh and Lindsey Pogue, authors of the apocalyptic/post-apocalyptic romance novel, After the Ending, Book One of The Ending Series, as they tour the blogosphere May 6 – May 31, 2013 on their first virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book! —————————————————————   ABOUT AFTER THE ENDING The Virus spread. Billions died. The Ending began. We may have survived the apocalypse, but the Virus changed us. When people started getting sick, “they” thought it was just the flu. My roommate, my boyfriend, my family…they’re all gone now. I got sick too. I should have died with them—with the rest of the world—but I didn’t. I thought witnessing the
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  • March 14, 2013
  • Authors on Tour, Featured
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Pump Up Your Book Presents Harkness Virtual Book Publicity Tour

Join Michael Bigham, author of the mystery novel, Harkness, as he tours the blogosphere May 6 – June 28, 2013 on his first virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book! ————————————————————— ABOUT HARKNESS Harkness isn’t your typical Western sheriff. Cowboy boots make his arches ache, he’s phobic of horses, but he does have a horse of sorts – a `39 Chevy pickup he calls Hoopie, and a sidekick – a neurotic wiener dog named Addison. Harkness is a man of his times, shaped for both good and bad by his experiences in WWII. He deals with issues like bigotry and sexual suppression in a believable manner. We come to
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New Apocalyptic/Post-apocalyptic Romance ‘After the Ending’ by Lindsey Fairleigh & Lindsey Pogue

Lindsey Fairleigh and Lindsey Pogue are touring from May 6 – May 31, 2013 with their apocalyptic/post-apocalyptic romance novel for women, After the Ending. We are looking for reviews, interviews, guest post spots, first chapter reveals, book spotlights with giveaways. Please mention how you want to host this author and provide three dates that would work for you when inquiring. The Virus spread. Billions died. The Ending began. We may have survived the apocalypse, but the Virus changed us. When people started getting sick, “they” thought it was just the flu. My roommate, my boyfriend, my family…they’re all gone now. I got sick too. I should have died with
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Pump Up Your Book Chats with R. Gregory Lande, Author of The Abraham Man

R. Gregory Lande, DO is a physician and retired US Army Medical Corps Officer. Dr. Lande completed his medical education at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. Shortly thereafter, Dr. Lande was commissioned an officer in the US Army. During his career in the military, Dr. Lande was active in a wide variety of clinical, academic and administrative positions. Upon leaving the US Army as a full colonel, Dr. Lande was awarded the Legion of Merit recognizing his career contributions. The next phase of his career involved administrative positions in hospital management, research, and teaching at various civilian facilities. Dr. Lande is the author of numerous medical and historical works.
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Calling all bloggers to participate in Lakesha Monique Ruise’s Thy Kingdom Come Book Blast!

Hi everyone! We are recruiting bloggers to participate in Lakesha Monique Ruises’s Thy Kingdom Come Book Blast! This event will take place March 8 – April 8, 2013. Lakesha will be giving away a $25 VISA Gift Certificate. All bloggers who sign up are eligible to win! There will be no interviews, guest posts or reviews with this Book Blast. Just book spotlights in which we will send everything to you ahead of time for you to copy and paste into your blog on the selected day. When requesting a spot on his tour, please let us know which date would work for you. Thank you! ——————————— About Thy Kingdom Come:
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Pump Up Your Book Presents The Abraham Man Virtual Book Tour

Join R. Gregory Lande, author of the American history of forensic psychiatry book, The Abraham Man: Madness, Malingering and the Development of Medical Testimony or Growth and Development of Forensic Psychiatry, as he tours the blogosphere February 4 – March 29th on his first virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book! ————————————————————— ABOUT THE ABRAHAM MAN The mere mention of the insanity defense guarantees a lively debate. Opponents of the defense cite the loss of criminal culpability while proponents argue just as passionately that the insanity defense is the ultimate act of compassion. The protagonists would probably be quite surprised to learn that the same basic concerns consumed
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Pump Up Your Book Presents The Moses Quilt Virtual Book Tour

Join Kathi Macias, author of the Christian contemporary women’s fiction book, The Moses Quilt, as she tours the blogosphere February 4 – March 5 on her thirteenth virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book! ————————————————————— ABOUT THE MOSES QUILT The Moses Quilt is a contemporary novel that bridges racial and generational divides. With a realistic and compassionate look into a twenty-first-century dilemma, multiple award-winning author Kathi Macias introduces readers to a confused and apprehensive young woman, Mazie Hartford. Facing major decisions about the love of her life and her future, she must also wrestle with a nagging question about her family’s past. She finds the answer to her
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A Chat with ‘Gary’s Gray World’ Author Ryan J. Cunningham

Born in Springfield, Massachusetts in 1972, Ryan J. Cunningham discovered his passion for writing poetry and children’s stories at an early age. Throughout his high school and college years, he took writing courses to enhance his writing abilities. Ryan became a member of the SCBWI (Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators.) He published two inspirational books of poems titled “Angels Near and Far” and “Hearts, Hopes, and Halos.” His poetry and stories have been published in anthologies and magazines. Ryan presently resides in Coos Bay, Oregon where he spends his time hiking the trails, spending quality time with family, and working on his personal web site, (http://imagination-inspiration.webs.com) to share his poems
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  • November 24, 2012
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Pump Up Your Book Presents French Illusions Virtual Book Publicity Tour

Join Linda Kovic-Skow, author of the memoir, French Illusions: My Story as an American Au Pair in the Loire Valley, as she tours the blogosphere December 3 – March 15 2012 on her first virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book! The French Illusions Virtual Book Publicity Tour is part of huge Kindle Fire HD giveaway. See details further down on how you can win one for your own! ABOUT LINDA KOVIC-SKOW Linda Kovic-Skow resides in Kirkland, Washington. She earned an Associate Degree in Medical Assisting in 1978 from North Seattle Community College and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Seattle University in 1985. She has
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  • October 28, 2012
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Pump Up Your Book Presents Sweetest Taboo Virtual Book Publicity Tour

Join Eva Marquez, author of the YA/adult fiction, Sweetest Taboo, as she tours the blogosphere November 5 – 30 2012 on her first virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book!   ABOUT EVA MARQUEZ Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, daughter of European immigrants, Eva Márquez has spent most of her life outside of her home country. At the age of five, Eva accompanied her parents to the United States, where the family settled permanently. After graduating from university, she went on to complete graduate studies in International Relations in Spain. Eva received her Master of International Studies degree from the University of Sydney and went on to work
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  • October 23, 2012
  • Authors on Tour, Featured
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Pump Up Your Book Presents Fast Food Vindication Virtual Book Publicity Tour + Kindle Fire Giveaway!

Join Lisa Tillinger Johansen, author of the nonfiction book, Fast Food Vindication, as she tours the blogosphere November 5 – 30 2012 on her first virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book! The Fast Food Vindication Virtual Book Publicity Tour is part of huge Kindle Fire HD giveaway. See details further down on how you can win one for your own! ABOUT LISA TILLINGER JOHANSEN Lisa Tillinger Johansen is a registered dietitian and health educator who teaches a variety of classes on diabetes, pre-diabetes, hypertension, cholesterol, weight management, coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, and healthy eating for adults and teens. She holds a Master of Science degree
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Pump Up Your Book Presents Merry Ex-Mas Virtual Book Publicity Tour

Join Sheila Roberts, author of the holiday fiction, Merry Ex-Mas, as she tours the blogosphere November 5 – 30 2012 on her seventh virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book! ABOUT SHEILA ROBERTS Sheila Roberts lives in the Pacific Northwest. She’s happily married and has three children. Her books have been printed in several different languages and have been chosen for book clubs such as Doubleday as well as for Readers Digest Condensed books. Her best-selling novel ON STRIKE FOR CHRISTMAS was made into a movie and appeared on the Lifetime Movie Network. Her novel ANGEL LANE was named one of Amazon’s Top Ten Romances for 2009. When
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  • October 1, 2012
  • Authors on Tour, Featured
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Pump Up Your Book Presents The Sons of Jude Virtual Book Publicity Tour & Kindle Fire Giveaway

Join Brandt Dodson, author of the crime thriller, The Sons of Jude, as he tours the blogosphere November 5 – February 15 2012 on his first virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book! The Sons of Jude Virtual Book Publicity Tour is part of huge Kindle Fire HD giveaway. See details further down on how you can win one for your own! ABOUT BRANDT DODSON Brandt Dodson was born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana, which he would later choose as the setting for his Colton Parker Mystery series. Although he discovered in grade school that he wanted to be a writer, it would be another twenty-one years before
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  • September 29, 2012
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Pump Up Your Book Presents The Coop Virtual Book Publicity Tour & Kindle Fire HD Giveaway!

Join Rebecca Reid, author of the psychological thriller, The Coop, as she tours the blogosphere October 1 – November 30 2012 on her first virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book!  Rebecca will be giving away a Kindle Fire HD at the end of her tour.  Scroll down and find out how you can win! ABOUT REBECCA REID Rebecca Reid was withdrawn from school due to illness at fourteen. Being limited in the things she was able to do, she wrote all the time − poetry, stories, feelings, thoughts. At 16 she had her own page in the local weekly newspaper, the Bangor Spectator, in which she covered
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Pump Up Your Book Presents The Love of Divena Virtual Book Publicity Tour

Join Kay Marshall Strom, author of the Christian historical fiction, The Love of Divena, as she tours the blogosphere October 1 – 26 2012 on her first virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book! ABOUT KAY MARSHALL STROM Kay Marshall Strom is the author of forty published books.  Her writing credits also include numerous magazine articles, short stories, curriculum, stories for children, two prize-winning screenplays, and booklets for writers.  Kay speaks at seminars, retreats, and special events throughout the country.  She and her husband Dan Kline love to travel, and more and more Kay’s writing and speaking take her around the word. Her latest book is the Christian
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Pump Up Your Book Presents “Felice’s Worlds” Virtual Book Publicity Tours Schedule

Join Henry Massie, author of the historical biography, “Felice’s Worlds” as he tours the blogosphere September 4th – October 6th, 2012, on his first virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book ! ABOUT HENRY MASSIE Henry Massie is a psychiatrist, award-winning author, and pioneering researcher in the field of autism. FELICE’S WORLDS–From the Holocaust to the Halls of Modern Art, is the a memoir and biography of his mother, a brilliant and beautiful woman who participated in many of the most critical periods of the 20th Century. Website Address: www.booksbnimble.com Twitter Address: @booksbnimble Facebook Address: /booksbnimble ABOUT THE BOOK FIRST SHE ESCAPED THE HOLOCAUST AND THE POVERTY OF
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Pump Up Your Book Chats With “Felice’s Worlds” Author Henry Massie

Author Henry Massie will be touring the blogosphere with Pump Up Your Book Virtual Book Tours  September 4 – 28th, 2012, with his historical biography, “Feblice’s Worlds.” About Henry Massie Henry Massie is the author of the historical biography, “Felice’s Worlds.” Henry Massie is a psychiatrist, award-winning author, and pioneering researcher in the field of autism. FELICE’S WORLDS–From the Holocaust to the Halls of Modern Art, is the a memoir and biography of his mother, a brilliant and beautiful woman who participated in many of the most critical periods of the 20th Century. Find out more about him here: Website Address: www.booksbnimble.com Twitter Address: @booksbnimble Facebook Address: /booksbnimble The
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Pump Up Your Book Chats with Lyle Prouse, author of ‘Final Approach: Northwest Airline Flight 650 Tragedy and Triumph

Lyle Prouse was born in Wichita, Kansas in 1938. He is part Comanche and grew up in an alcoholic home in a World War II housing project. He was active in his Native American community. After graduating from High School in Wichita, Lyle joined the Marines as a private but made the rare transition from enlisted to officer grade and ultimately Captain, a jet fighter pilot flying combat missions in Vietnam. After his discharge from the Corps, Lyle became an airline captain for Northwest Airlines and flew for nearly 22 years before the same alcoholism that killed his parents almost destroyed his life. He was the first commercial pilot
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