This is the true story of how and when I met the legitimate, illegitimate son of the King of Rock 'n' Roll, Mr. Elvis Presley. These are the trials and tribulations of ghostwriting John Dennis Smith's epic and incredible mystery of being adopted and discovering his birthright. This is his journey, of finding out, WHO, his birth mother and birth father really were. This too, is of my adventure, trying to get the full story documented, written and published for the world to read of this incredible, well kept secret of over five decades.

In the Shadow of Elvis, Perils of a Ghostwriter

Biographies & Memoirs

Austin, Rico

Memoirs

Nuevo Books

This biography is the true story of ELVIS the King of Rock n' Roll and his legitimate, illegitimate son. This book explores the relationships of those closest to ELVIS PRESLEY and the influences each of them had that kept ELVIS from claiming his first born John Smith Presley. This ELVIS story is different than any other in that it is the most complete book on ELVIS, including his relationships with his parents Gladys Smith Presley and Vernon Presley. Colonel Tom Parker and his management of ELVIS that eventually led to ELVIS being overworked to exhaustion and turning to prescription medication for rest is frankly written. The Memphis Mafia, the famous backup singers - The Jordanaires and Elvis' favorite singer Sherrill Nielsen are all in this must read book for ELVIS fans.

Son of the King: An Elvis Paradox Unveiled

Humor & Entertainment

The alarm of my Mercedes Benz went screaming into alert mode. I hustled back to the four door sedan to find: No Lucky!!! What would you do if someone you truly loved was taken? To what lengths would you travel? How far into danger would you venture, to get a member of your family back?Lucky, the most famous dog in all of Sonora, Mexico was dog napped on March 1st, 2014. Was it a prank gone bad by teenagers? Did it involve the ruthless, Sinaloa Drug Cartel, deadliest in the world? Or was it just a lowlife dog thief? The true, epic story of how the State of Sonora, Mexico and communities of San Carlos, Guaymas, Hermosillo, Empalme and Obregon came together to try and locate Lucky's captors, free Lucky from harms way and get him into Jim Kawaguchi's arms. Mexicans, Americans Canadians and the Consulate of Hermosillo, joined forces in an attempt to solve the greatest mystery of dog theft in Mexico's history. Mi Vida Loca: Born and raised in Southwestern Idaho, Rico is the oldest of five boys, growing up in an area that was ripe for several adventures with his four younger brothers and numerous cousins. Rico grew up near farmland that produced potatoes, hay, hops, grain and corn. There were several fruit orchards and vineyards in the Snake River Valley as well, due to the extraordinary fertile soil. Rico is an avid fisherman and has traveled far and wide to cast his line into many waters; including streams, lakes, ponds, rivers, seas and oceans. He has worked for a few international companies as both a sales manager and a marketing manager. In his spare time he has worked as a land developer and was a licensed Realtor in Arizona. Should you decide to visit Arizona, Rico would be more than happy to show you around his Great State of Arizona through his children’s book, ARIZONA Is Where I Live.Rico is happily married to a graphic artist from Minnesota. They make their homes in the “Land of the Sun,” Scottsdale, Arizona, and San Carlos, Sonora, Mexico. He and wife Connie enjoy snorkeling, hiking, hanging by their swimming pool and traveling to the different beaches of Mexico while sipping on a cold cerveza or margarita blended with Rico’s favorite TEQUILA.

Mexico Got Lucky

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Pets & Animal Care

Light Switch Press

4 Racing Days &amp; Tequila Nights on the NORRA Mexican 1000. "The journey is the destination." - Dan Eldon "In order to write about life, first you must live it." - Ernest Hemingway "A Rough Day can be fixed with One Thing - TEQUILA!" - Rico Austin "Live as if you were to die tomorrow." - Mahatma Gandhi "If you have everything under control, you're not moving fast enough." - Mario Andretti "You'll see the true reflection of me when the tequila bottle is empty." - Rico Austin

Baja Loco: 4 Racing Days & Tequila Nights on the NORRA Mexican 1000

Sports & Outdoors

Miscellaneous

A Book's Mind

If you have ever sat at the knees of a family member or neighbor who regaled you with their wild stories and hard-earned lessons, you have probably learned a thing or two about how others' stories can help prepare you for life. Through Boy to Successful Man, you will gain invaluable information from two authors who have seen it all. For anyone who feels misunderstood, for anyone who feels angry, for anyone who feels lost-this book is for you. There is no shame in feeling trapped or confused by the expectations for you to grow from a boy into a man. This book is a tool to give young men great lives, no matter their circumstances.

Boy To Successful Man: A Roadmap for Teens & Young Adults

Teen & Young Adult

Powers, Suave

Social Issues

Briley & Baxter Publications

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