Eric Madeen's 'Water Drumming In The Soul' Free on Amazon Aug 31-Sep 2

Eric Madeen's bestselling novel, 'Water Drumming In The Soul: A Novel of Racy Love in the Heart of Africa,' will be free on Amazon from August 31 to September 2, 2026. The book, inspired by Madeen's Peace Corps experiences in Gabon, tells the story of Peace Corps volunteer David Fields, who is sent to build a medical dispensary in a village where witchcraft and taboos reign. He meets Assam, a woman whose water drumming captivates him, and they embark on a passionate and tumultuous love affair. The novel has been praised for its authentic portrayal of African culture and its gripping narrative, with reviewers comparing Madeen to literary masters like Hemingway. Madeen, a recently retired professor and award-winning author of six books, draws on his own life for this work, which is part of the Permanent Collection of Books by Peace Corps Writers in the Library of Congress.

The free promotion is part of a broader campaign to introduce readers to Madeen's diverse body of work, which includes titles like 'Tokyo-ing!', 'Asian Trail Mix', and 'Tennis Clubbed, Snubbed and Rubbity-Dub Dubbed'. Each book offers a unique perspective on different cultures and experiences, from the bustling streets of Tokyo to the rainforests of Borneo. The author's writing has been widely published in international magazines and academic journals, and he has been featured in interviews on platforms like 'Fascinating People, Fascinating Places'. For more information, readers can visit his Amazon author page or his website at https://ericmadeen.org. Media inquiries can be directed to [email protected].