About Marva
After 35 years in the technical writing field, I switched to fiction a couple of years ago. I've had some moderate success with my short stories (35+ placements). I've also had a YA science fiction (First Duty) and MG fantasy (Seven Adventures of Cadida) published through Sam's Dot Publishing.
I've also self-pubbed Tales of a Texas Boy (selling nicely through Amazon) and Quest for the Simurgh (o... More
Marva's Blog: Texas Boy Publications - Recent Posts
| 11/15/2009 | Editions of Quest (0 Comments )
 Quest for the SimurghJust a reminder that Quest for the Simurgh is available on Amazon, Barnes & Nobel, and CreateSpace. I've also just formatted a Large Print edition of Quest, which will be out as soon as I order and approve my proof copy.... Read the rest of this post |
| 11/9/2009 | Dr. Horrible (0 Comments )
 Too good to miss.Do you have any fondness for Neil Patrick Harris or Nathan Filion? Tune in and laugh your ass off. Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog.Being a fan of both these dudes, I had to check it out. Now, I'm a solid fan. |
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| Marva's Published Works | Ages | Date Published | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Books 1 - 4 of 7 from Marva's published works, View all 7 books Click a book's title for more details about the book | |||
| 1. Quest for the Simurgh (Paperback, 2009) Author: Marva Dasef |
Young Adults | 08/12/2009 | |
| 2. Tales of a Texas Boy: Large Print Edition (Paperback, 2008) Author: Marva Dasef |
All Ages | 06/16/2008 | |
| 3. First Duty (Paperback, 2008) Author: Marva Dasef |
Young Adults | 06/01/2008 | |
| 4. Weirdly: A Collection of Strange Tales (Paperback, 2007) Author: Bernita Harris, Cathy Clamp, Faith Bicknell-Brown, James Cheetham |
Adult | 11/20/2007 | |
| Books Recently Added to Marva's Bookshelf | Ages | Date Added | |
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| Books 1 - 4 from Marva's bookshelf Click a book's title for more details about the book | |||
| 1. Quest for the Simurgh (Paperback, 2009) Author: Marva Dasef |
Young Adults | 8/26/2009 | |
| Marva tagged as: I wrote | |||
| 2. First Duty (Paperback, 2008) Author: Marva Dasef |
Young Adults | 2/1/2009 | |
| Marva said: Nyra Hutchings, a woman born into a life of servitude on a repressive factory planet, is desperate for a different life. When she's accepted into the Space Service Academy, run by the organization tha...more tags: I wrote | |||
| 3. Weirdly: A Collection of Strange Tales (Paperback, 2007) Author: Bernita Harris, Cathy Clamp, Faith Bicknell-Brown, James Cheetham |
Adult | 1/20/2008 | |
| Marva said: I've got four shorts in this book. Volume 2 is coming soon. tags: Horror, Fantasy, Short Stories, I wrote | |||
| 4. Tales of a Texas Boy (Paperback, 2007) Author: Marva Dasef |
All Ages | 12/8/2007 | |
| Marva said: I'm the author and I'm afraid I have no idea who Jeanne Mellin is. She certainly didn't illustrate this book. I guess this is a glitch. Oh, yeah. The book is about a kid, but people who actually l...more tags: I wrote | |||
Profile Comments
Comment by Laura Redmond on 8/1/2009 2:08:33 PM:
Thank you for your kind comment on my proflie pic, and for accepting my invite
Laura :)
Thank you for your kind comment on my proflie pic, and for accepting my invite
Laura :)
Comment by dawn davies on 5/8/2009 4:06:42 PM:
many thanks marva, i have friends too just outside southampton, i love it down that way, i am delighted that you like some art in my gallery, i only took art up a few years ago and i am astounded that its not just me that like it, lol i have to feel a piece to be able to start on a picture hehe I kn... more
Comment by C. R. Lindemer on 1/10/2009 3:18:57 PM:
Hi Marva,
I was a tech writer for awhile myself. I like your book cover! Very 'old-timey'...
Christine
Hi Marva,
I was a tech writer for awhile myself. I like your book cover! Very 'old-timey'...
Christine
Comment by Ann E. Bryson on 12/18/2008 9:58:05 AM:
Hi, Marva! I nominated you for the Honest Scrap Award on my blog.
Hi, Marva! I nominated you for the Honest Scrap Award on my blog.
Comment by Jack Sorenson on 6/30/2008 2:57:24 PM:
Hi,good afternoon to you. Whats new with you.Jack
Hi,good afternoon to you. Whats new with you.Jack
Comment by MA Schofstoll on 5/24/2008 3:24:26 PM:
I know it must be an overwhelming job as a publisher and to find time to relax is nonexistent. With all the clubs I’m in, I hardly do.
I see all the accomplishments you’ve done in your life and it’s amazing at what one can do when they put their mind to it.
MA Schofstoll... more
I see all the accomplishments you’ve done in your life and it’s amazing at what one can do when they put their mind to it.
MA Schofstoll... more
Comment by Moshe Marks on 3/31/2008 3:00:13 PM:
Hello, I am a new member, Moshe Marks. I have written a book on child abuse/male Incest. I have gotten interest here in the NYC health and Jewish Educational communities. Please review my Bio under member name Moshem. I may also be listed as Moshe Marks.
Thank you
Hello, I am a new member, Moshe Marks. I have written a book on child abuse/male Incest. I have gotten interest here in the NYC health and Jewish Educational communities. Please review my Bio under member name Moshem. I may also be listed as Moshe Marks.
Thank you
Comment by Dawn Matheson on 12/8/2007 12:02:44 PM:
Hi Marva! Fellow West-Texan here! As a publisher, I wanted to be sure you are aware of The Mom’s Choice Awards. Awards are a great way to get positive exposure for your titles. You might consider entering. The deadline is quickly approaching – 12/31. Happy holidays!
Hi Marva! Fellow West-Texan here! As a publisher, I wanted to be sure you are aware of The Mom’s Choice Awards. Awards are a great way to get positive exposure for your titles. You might consider entering. The deadline is quickly approaching – 12/31. Happy holidays!
Hi, i am in search of Authors/publishers/agents, who may be interested in my style of illustration work. Please feel free to check out my work if you have time, and i have a website link too. Thanks. Camille