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A nurse, educator, and storyteller with a poet’s heart and a rebel’s soul

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G.E.B.S. GEBShelton was raised in the Midwest one generation down from the plow and carries with him decades of experience in healthcare, deep empathy for others, and an unapologetically human voice. As an Adult Health Nurse Practitioner and Clinical Nurse Specialist in Oncology, he’s witnessed life’s fragility firsthand. But this book isn’t about that. It’s about him. His story, his voice, his moments. Shelton’s writing challenges you to remember your own journey and maybe even laugh, cry, and cringe along the way. Now based in NYC, he continues to question, ponder, and advocate for being authentically human.

About Author

G.E.B.S. Shelton’s professional background in adult and cancer care fuels his compassion. His journey from a bullied child to a confident storyteller adds depth to his words. While he may not have all the answers, he knows how to ask the right questions.

Check G.E.B Shelton's Second Book

Oh Wait; That Was NEVER Me

Every chapter of Oh Wait; That Was NEVER Me! is like a confessional conversation sometimes funny, sometimes heartbreaking, always honest. Whether he’s writing about being bullied for being different, escaping into sad songs, or trying to understand why people can be mean, this book stays with you. It doesn’t just tell a story; it invites you to sit down and remember your own.

The Journey of G.E.B.S. Shelton

G.E.B.S. GEBShelton’s journey is one of reflection, resilience, and reclaiming voice. Growing up in Illinois, his early life was shaped by moments of deep observation and emotional complexity often feeling out of place, misunderstood, and bullied. These experiences became the spark behind his powerful memoir Oh Wait; That Was NEVER Me!, where he transforms pain into purpose. A healthcare professional by training and a writer by heart, Gary’s life has been a search for meaning through memory, humor, and healing. His writing blends wit, vulnerability, and poetic insight, capturing what it feels like to be both broken and beautifully human. With every page, he invites readers to confront the shadows of their past, embrace self-awareness, and discover the strength in their own stories.

Why G. E. B. S

G.E.B.S. GEBShelton invites you to explore the emotional layers of identity, resilience, and healing. Drawing from personal experiences and reflections, his memoir Oh Wait; That Was NEVER Me! sheds light on the lifelong impact of bullying and the quiet strength it takes to rise above it. Whether you’re someone who has felt like an outsider or just want to better understand the complexities of growing up different, Shelton’s voice offers comfort, insight, and connection. Join him in unpacking the past, reclaiming self-worth, and embracing the beauty of transformation one page at a time.

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A brutally honest about growing up different G.E.B.S. GEBShelton turns pain into poetry and memory into meaning.

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