![]() Although this is her first published book, Mrs. Sarles has written several well-recognized short stories, some of which were featured by ESPN and in Macmillan Caribbean's short story collection. She is also a feature writer for Grand Bahama Island Magazine. "This is my first ever published book and I am very excited," she said. "It is a beautiful eclectic collection of stories, some funny and sad, based on truth that will appeal to locals and visitors." There are 3,000 copies presently in circulation throughout the island. The book contains lively and tenderly funny tales of mythical characters, eccentric heroes, and authentic snippets of everyday life that celebrate the unique spirit of the Bahamas. As a daughter of immigrant parents to the Bahamas, Mrs. Sarles drew inspiration from her childhood in the islands. At that time her father, Dr Ejnar Gottlieb and mother were the first village doctor and nurse in Grand Bahama's Pine Ridge settlement - a lumber mining camp that spawned the growth of the modern day Freeport. She was very honored that former prime minister Hubert Ingraham, MP for North Abaco, offered to write the forward in her book. "He is a very prominent and well spoken man and I was very grateful to him for his kind words and compliments of the book," said Mrs. Sarles. She noted that some of the stories are written in the first person and in third person. "The heartwarming and entertaining pages of 'Sand In My Shoes' hold special memories of growing up as an island girl, as well as reflections on the laughter, tears, natural wonders, and common bonds that connect everyone else who loves these beautiful islands," she said. Mrs. Gottlieb, who was educated in Europe and the United States, studied physical therapy and energy healing. She was a faculty member of the Barbara Brennan School of Healing in New York, and a personal enrichment seminar leader in Japan, America, and the Bahamas. She is married to Real Estate executive James Sarles, president of James Sarles Realty. She is also the sister of the late Cay Gottlieb, founder of Cool 96 FM Radio, and Frederick F Gottlieb. After returning to her roots in the northern Bahamas several years ago, Mrs. Sarles developed her love of story telling and writing short stories. ESPN produced a special feature segment True Outdoor Adventures series based on her short story 'Peter and the Shark'. 'Under the Perfume Tree', written by Mrs. Sarles, was also featured in Macmillan Caribbean's short story collection. The book, 'Sand In My Shoes' is available on local newsstands, online at www.sandinmyshoes.net , and at the book signing. Written by: Denise Maycock |
Marina Gottlieb Sarles Interview (18:30) |