Books from Phil Curtiss

pcledges · Post by **pcledges** » Wed Jan 30, 2013 10:49 am

Hello Everyone,

Congratulations to those of you who competed in the recent contest at Huntington Beach. Sounds like a good time was had by all. I just wanted to let you know that I've written a couple of books. Palangi in Paradise is about my experiences as a Peace Corps volunteer in Tonga. The Seasons of California is about growing up among the coasts and mountains of the West Coast of the U.S. Both contain short stories, a few of which you may already have read. While neither is completely about surfing, the ocean and riding waves are a major part of each. If you're interested in getting a copy of one or both of them, just google www.lulu.com, then go to ShopBooks--Lulu, then search by title or by using my name (just Phil Curtiss).
I'm definitely stoked to be back home. One thing I learned from my experience in Africa is that I can't be away from the ocean for long. Here's hoping we'll get the chance to surf together sometime soon. All the best.

Phil

barry · Post by **barry** » Wed Jan 30, 2013 11:12 am

Hi Phil
I just ordered both of the books and look forward to reading them.
Jon Manss had mentioned that you had ventured into the writing field and I know he enjoyed your work! Hope you are well and I'm looking forward to reading about some of your experiences

Scott · Post by **Scott** » Wed Jan 30, 2013 10:44 pm

I just ordered my copy, Phil! How do I get it signed!?

JohnS · Post by **JohnS** » Thu Jan 31, 2013 12:39 am

I just ordered mine too. I say that we organize a book signing at a ledgy reef somewhere north of town

Thanks Phil,

John (Aptos High class of '80)

Jon Manss · Post by **Jon Manss** » Fri Feb 01, 2013 9:23 pm

Phil has done a wonderful job of giving us a view of his life our California seasons and a healthy out look to us grey beards. Such an enjoyable read and a must for all kneeboard fans. Thanks Phil

Bob · Post by **Bob** » Wed Feb 06, 2013 12:09 am

Saw Phil out, in town the other day.
Sat way outside and only went on the big ones...

kneelingBROTHA · Post by **kneelingBROTHA** » Sat Feb 09, 2013 4:00 pm

Bob wrote:Saw Phil out, in town the other day.
Sat way outside and only went on the big ones...

Sounds about right for someone who has kneeboarded Mavericks

I hope someone gets back out there and rides a kneeboard at Mav's again. With Dorian and crew making barrels standing up, think of the possibilities on a kneeboard! (Just be ready to hold your breath for a really, really, really long time if you don't make it out of the tube.)

JohnS · Post by **JohnS** » Mon Feb 11, 2013 8:54 am

Received my copies of both books last week. Have started reading 'The Seasons of California'. Very enjoyable reading. Thanks Phil.

barry · Post by **barry** » Thu Feb 14, 2013 10:49 pm

I received both my books!!! John you are gonna really enjoy them, I have finished the first book and just started pelangi in paradise... Phil has some great stories to tell.