Starting Over When Your Name Is Mud
You walk into a room. People stop talking. They look away. Your phone stops ringing. Job applications vanish like smoke. Your name, the one your…
Being part of the network in a get-rich-quick scheme, no investigation by the legal system was necessary. As she became an opponent, there was a concerted effort to undermine her career through the manipulation of libel reports, forcing her to carry the memory of her dead brother throughout her life and set her up to fail. But her steadfast faith instilled in her the confidence to persevere.
The author, Ellen R. Gery, presents an inspiring true story that highlights her steadfast faith in God, even when confronted with some of life’s most challenging circumstances, emphasizing the importance of self-belief and trust in God’s promises.
In her debut book, she refines her storytelling skills and aims to continue writing about life’s diverse experiences. In the true story “Libel in the First Degree,” a “get rich quick” scheme becomes an unforgettable event in this true story never been told.






This true story recounts the factual events surrounding the unfortunate demise of Bobby W., which was initially reported as accidental asphyxiation. The incident took place in a small-town tavern known for its close-knit community. There were ongoing disputes regarding the ownership of the bar and restaurant between Bobby and the owner’s son, Lynal, who had recently graduated from college.
The family suspects the death was disguised as an accident for insurance gain. Their request for an investigation was ignored, with the expectation they would move on.
Bobby, a star catcher, leads his team to victory in 1972. A groundhog hole shatters his ankle, ending his baseball dreams. His humble family battles poverty, relying on grit and faith to survive.
Bobby builds Nora’s bar into a thriving business. Her son Lynal returns, flooding it with drugs and strippers. Tensions explode as Nora threatens Bobby: “I’ll take out an insurance policy on you.”
Bobby is found dead, ruled an “accidental” suffocation. His family uncovers brutal bruises, broken hands, and a staged scene. The coroner hides evidence, fueling their fight to prove murder. “Let the legal party begin.”
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A story that claws into your soul and refuses to let go. I sat and devoured it in one night. Becky’s fight mirrors every woman’s silent battles in today's times, and it is so hauntingly real.
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© 2025 Copyright Ellen Gery • All Rights Reserved