Hi, Thanks for taking the time to view my profile. :-)
I'm Mel Waller, a #1 Amazon Bestselling Author. I can help you become one, too!
Publisher with 1,172 titles in print, mostly reprints of Public domain works, selling mostly on Amazon. 280 ebooks selling on Amazon.
Author 40+ books. I hope to write about my life and experiences in the near future.
Looking to write your own ebook/book? Click on the Facebook link in my Profile and you'll find my "Intro to Writing, Publishing & Becoming an Amazon Bestseller" public Facebook group. Lets get that book written!
All my income is thru passive income.
I've had many successful businesses in my life. I always preferred working for myself than collecting a paycheck from someone else.
I can always be reached at: melwaller@gmail.com
My Skype name is: melwaller
I served in the U. S. Marines July 1980 to March 1988. No combat thankfully.
I love traveling! I lived in Oahu, Hawaii for 4 years total - Aloha!
I lived in Northern Japan - Misawa, Japan for 6 months - Hai! Domo!
I lived in Southern Spain - Rota, Spain for 3 1/2 years - Muchas Gracias!
I lived in the Philippines over 7 years. - Mabuhay!
Did I mention I loved traveling? haha
I LOVE HELPING PEOPLE! That's a huge part of who I am.
I collect MEMORIES/experiences and NOT things. That fuels my Passion for Life.
In 2012, I got divorced after 24 years of marriage. I gave up everything I had except my small part time publishing business. I essentially started my life over with just about nothing. I worked 24/7 for the next 2 years saving and building up my publishing business. In 2014, I started living the laptop life and traveled to SE Asia and have been living on my passive income from publishing books, mostly reprints and they sell on Amazon. Sometimes in survival mode as income not even enough to buy the food I needed. Lost 90 lbs. I have gained some of that back. :-)
I'm just about the friendliest person you are ever going to meet. When I go out my door, I am walking and talking to everyone I meet. Every day is a gift!
Now, my life has not been without major challenges. Bullied for 9 years in school. Low self-esteem. Depression. Came close to suicide in 1978, any closer and I wouldn't be here. Not exactly homeless, but I lived in my car for 4 months during the Recession of 1980.
I've witnessed the dark side of life. That's where my compassion comes from. I choose to be the light. I want to write about that some day. The story needs to be told.
Today in my 2nd life, I am remarried and my wife recently joined WA also
https://my.wealthyaffiliate.com/wenbenting
Together, we have one amazing daughter. :-)
With all my Love!
Mel Waller
I'm Mel Waller, a #1 Amazon Bestselling Author. I can help you become one, too!
Publisher with 1,172 titles in print, mostly reprints of Public domain works, selling mostly on Amazon. 280 ebooks selling on Amazon.
Author 40+ books. I hope to write about my life and experiences in the near future.
Looking to write your own ebook/book? Click on the Facebook link in my Profile and you'll find my "Intro to Writing, Publishing & Becoming an Amazon Bestseller" public Facebook group. Lets get that book written!
All my income is thru passive income.
I've had many successful businesses in my life. I always preferred working for myself than collecting a paycheck from someone else.
I can always be reached at: melwaller@gmail.com
My Skype name is: melwaller
I served in the U. S. Marines July 1980 to March 1988. No combat thankfully.
I love traveling! I lived in Oahu, Hawaii for 4 years total - Aloha!
I lived in Northern Japan - Misawa, Japan for 6 months - Hai! Domo!
I lived in Southern Spain - Rota, Spain for 3 1/2 years - Muchas Gracias!
I lived in the Philippines over 7 years. - Mabuhay!
Did I mention I loved traveling? haha
I LOVE HELPING PEOPLE! That's a huge part of who I am.
I collect MEMORIES/experiences and NOT things. That fuels my Passion for Life.
In 2012, I got divorced after 24 years of marriage. I gave up everything I had except my small part time publishing business. I essentially started my life over with just about nothing. I worked 24/7 for the next 2 years saving and building up my publishing business. In 2014, I started living the laptop life and traveled to SE Asia and have been living on my passive income from publishing books, mostly reprints and they sell on Amazon. Sometimes in survival mode as income not even enough to buy the food I needed. Lost 90 lbs. I have gained some of that back. :-)
I'm just about the friendliest person you are ever going to meet. When I go out my door, I am walking and talking to everyone I meet. Every day is a gift!
Now, my life has not been without major challenges. Bullied for 9 years in school. Low self-esteem. Depression. Came close to suicide in 1978, any closer and I wouldn't be here. Not exactly homeless, but I lived in my car for 4 months during the Recession of 1980.
I've witnessed the dark side of life. That's where my compassion comes from. I choose to be the light. I want to write about that some day. The story needs to be told.
Today in my 2nd life, I am remarried and my wife recently joined WA also
https://my.wealthyaffiliate.com/wenbenting
Together, we have one amazing daughter. :-)
With all my Love!
Mel Waller
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Money I would be happy earning
I am happy with my current passive income. Took time to get here, but well worth it.
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Money I would be ecstatic earning
$10,000 per month/$120,000 per year will put my family living in Oahu, Hawaii. Aiming for Sept 2025 if not sooner.
3
Time I'm willing to invest to achieve my goals
Literally 24/7 for the next 3 1/2 years or until we reach Hawaii. Then I might scale it back to 40 - 50 hours a week and enjoy life even more.
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Jaz333
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Hey Mel ... Not sure if you saw it but Diane just recently posted a blog that had a response from Carson explaining how and why write bans happen.
You can have a look here: Write Bans (Again) - a Response From Carson Thankfully I have never received a ban myself but I have known quite a few others who have. Not really sure what to make of it all. I do agree that it might be worth the time for Kyle and Carson to revisit how these things are happening as there seem to be quite a few people as of late who are receiving these bans and do not deserve them.
It appears there might be a group of members who know the system very well and have banned together to use that information to the detriment of some others. I truly hope this isn't the case but with a community as large as this one, there is bound to be a few bad apples.
With any luck things will change somehow now that you and a few other members in good standing have shined a light on these things bringing attention to this matter.
Best, Shannon
You can have a look here: Write Bans (Again) - a Response From Carson Thankfully I have never received a ban myself but I have known quite a few others who have. Not really sure what to make of it all. I do agree that it might be worth the time for Kyle and Carson to revisit how these things are happening as there seem to be quite a few people as of late who are receiving these bans and do not deserve them.
It appears there might be a group of members who know the system very well and have banned together to use that information to the detriment of some others. I truly hope this isn't the case but with a community as large as this one, there is bound to be a few bad apples.
With any luck things will change somehow now that you and a few other members in good standing have shined a light on these things bringing attention to this matter.
Best, Shannon
AdamReger
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Hey there Mel, I was just reading your profile. I'm sorry to hear that you were bullied. I was bullied a lot too and some of those people still haven't changed, even though I'm now 30 years old. I used to have very low self-esteem, and I was scared being around people. I'll start to have panic attacks and nearly faint. Even had people say things that weren't true about me and even keyed my vehicle, or flatted my tires. Some kept asking and insisting that I'm not doing anything with my life, even though I was clearly working and going to school at the time. (few years ago), or they say I'll never make it and I'll come crawling back home to my parents. Got so mad when one of them told me that. Started laughing at my face. Felt like punching him. LOL. A few years ago, I moved out from that area and never been happier.
Some people are just evil and won't change when they grow up. The best thing to do is to focus on yourself and become successful. Show them who's boss.
I wish you the best of luck and be safe out there.
Adam
Some people are just evil and won't change when they grow up. The best thing to do is to focus on yourself and become successful. Show them who's boss.
I wish you the best of luck and be safe out there.
Adam
MelWaller
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Thanks Adam! It's ok. It has all shaped me into who I am today. I would recommend some kind of Martial Arts, not so much to be able to fight, but as a form of discipline. Having been in the U.S. Marines, that really gave me my confidence that I never had before and its a strength I can call upon any time.
Yes, there is evil in the world. No doubt about that.
Some people have been so damaged they really don't know what they are doing. Often repeating what has been done to them. The world is a mess. :-)
At the same time, its a grand adventure.
Take care always!
Mel
Yes, there is evil in the world. No doubt about that.
Some people have been so damaged they really don't know what they are doing. Often repeating what has been done to them. The world is a mess. :-)
At the same time, its a grand adventure.
Take care always!
Mel
AdamReger
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I overcame my depression, anxiety and irrational fears by facing my fears. Also, I think the older I got the better I became. Despite my asthma, I do yoga, I workout, go for long walks and I do like cooking. I always try to keep myself busy and keep my mind off the past. I’m glad you’re doing much better now. I wanted to join the navy but with my health issues I couldn’t. I wish you all the best. Be safe.
MelWaller
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AdamReger
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Oh wow just saw your reply. My feed blew up with comments. Sorry to reply late.
Trent523
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Wow Mel. Had me teary eyed there for a bit regarding your life. Was in military from 1982 to 1989 around your time too and coming back, it was rough. The 80s were a hard time, but was a lot safer than the world is today.
I feel your motivational sprit wanting to help others Mel and that's a great trait to have. I'm following you as well because I'd like to hear more from you and for you to keep in touch. I'll do the same, ok? Your spirit is infectious and I enjoy your writings. Keep up the great work and I hope to hear more from you soon. Take care man.
Trent
I feel your motivational sprit wanting to help others Mel and that's a great trait to have. I'm following you as well because I'd like to hear more from you and for you to keep in touch. I'll do the same, ok? Your spirit is infectious and I enjoy your writings. Keep up the great work and I hope to hear more from you soon. Take care man.
Trent
laparra1
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Good afternoon
Keisha contacted me by email. I am forwarding her message.
Hi, someone triggered a write-ban and I will reply to you as soon as the ban is lifted. Thanks kindly for your reply and interest as YOU are very much appreciated.
Greetings from the south of Spain,
Taetske
Keisha contacted me by email. I am forwarding her message.
Hi, someone triggered a write-ban and I will reply to you as soon as the ban is lifted. Thanks kindly for your reply and interest as YOU are very much appreciated.
Greetings from the south of Spain,
Taetske
laparra1
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Sorry, forgot to say, Good afternoon Mel.
Keisha is fine and is concentrating on other things.
All the best, Taetske
Keisha is fine and is concentrating on other things.
All the best, Taetske
Derral
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Brother, it's nice to meet you. I myself,not so much the writer but I definitely know where I am going to come when I need help. I really just want to say that I do appreciate your service. Maybe you didn't see any action but you were there regardless. Thank You.
GOD BLESS,
Derral
GOD BLESS,
Derral
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