It is so far. I have a theory about where the story is going, so we'll see. It was a free ebook, they usual aren't great.
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Last week, I took my mom to get out-patient surgery on her eye and in the waiting room there were magazines and paperbacks available (paperbacks should give you a clue about how long the wait is going to be 
). There was a John D. MacDonald book (The Long Lavender Look) on the table. I felt like saying, "Mom, you're in good hands, your doctor is a John D. MacDonald fan.
). There was a John D. MacDonald book (The Long Lavender Look) on the table. I felt like saying, "Mom, you're in good hands, your doctor is a John D. MacDonald fan. 
Good luck with your search!
I've started "Danse Macabre". I'm enjoying it so far; Mr. King is exceptionally knowledgeable about the Horror and Science-Fiction genres. I echo other statements I've seen from around the board that an updated version, considering the past 30 years, would be more than welcome.
One of my favourite moments so far is his discussion of "Donovan's Brain" (a film I haven't seen), wherein he discusses the strategy of the main character to recite the mnemonic: "He thrusts his fists against the posts, and still insists he sees the ghosts!", which would re-surface in a certain novel 5 years down the road. These little bits of trivia are fun to read, alongside the informed discussion that is presented.
One of my favourite moments so far is his discussion of "Donovan's Brain" (a film I haven't seen), wherein he discusses the strategy of the main character to recite the mnemonic: "He thrusts his fists against the posts, and still insists he sees the ghosts!", which would re-surface in a certain novel 5 years down the road. These little bits of trivia are fun to read, alongside the informed discussion that is presented.
I just started "A Walk in the Woods" written by Bill Bryson on his experience while walking the Appalachian Trail with an old friend. It was said to be a good funny read and just 30 or so pages in, so far so good. It was made into a movie as well with Robert Redford and Nick Nolte so I'll check that out once I'm done the book.
Yes! I will see this movie.
That's one of SK's recommended reads in On Writing. I have a copy - it's in my TBR pile. Let me know if I need to move it up the list!
I would definately try to get the Blackwater series (I don't know if this is finally being published in a single volume, originally it was a six-part novel published monthly ala The Green Mile but this was done before TGM). The Elementals is another great one!
Read the Blackwater series, that's what got me hooked. Will grab a copy of The Elementals, THANKS!
'Katie' was good, too!
Hahahaa!I read this post about an hour ago and the book title is still making me laugh! Could be the title of my life story!!
I know what you mean! Every time she'd have another slip, I wanted to shake her and tell her to get her act together!I guessed who done it soon after it was revealed
Spideyman, I'll put this one in the package with The Poison Artist.that Megan was pregnant. I was expecting Anna to finally help although it looked like it could go either way there for a while.
Anna was MEAN! Heartless in many ways.
I read this post about an hour ago and the book title is still making me laugh! Could be the title of my life story!!
If you want some silliness after The Exorcist then maybe you should give this one a try. It's not the best writing but it does have some funny parts.
Will do...That's one of SK's recommended reads in On Writing. I have a copy - it's in my TBR pile. Let me know if I need to move it up the list!
I just about 5 minutes ago finished reading The Exorcist. Reading it from an adult's perspective (instead of the 14 or 15 year old I was the first time I read it) has changed my view on this book. I used to be a bit terrified by it, didn't even want a copy of it in my house, as it had left a fear inside of me all of these years. Now, I feel strangely uplifted, lighter. Don't know if that's because I've conquered my fear of the book, or because now, as an adult, I comprehend the ending? All these years I've had a small fear inside of me about this book and the subject matter (seen from the viewpoint of an adolescent male) but now the fear is gone. The book actually ends on a positive note- the demon has been vanquished and life will go on.
That's good that you've faced it and can find closure.
Been re-reading what I wrote this weekend. Am very pleased. Not to 'polish my own trailer hitch', so to speak, but I think I'm really on to something here. This one's gonna be my Something Wicked This Way Comes.
I think most of you would dig it the MOST. Or will, once its done.
I think most of you would dig it the MOST. Or will, once its done.
THANKS!! My gift cards are dwindling but being put to good use.
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