Lenny,I read several chapters of your book, Tide and Time: At the Rock, over the weekend and loved it. I could visualize the characters. The story moves along at a perfect pace to keep the reader interested and wanting to read on. I think Rich is very believable and I felt he is someone truly dedicated to his job and helping at risk youth. By-the-way I work in higher education, so I could completely identify with the issues Rich faced when dealing with the college regarding the program.This is a well written, intriguing story and I look forward to seeing it on the ED soon.Cody view book
Jesamine,Up the Hill Backwards, a very powerful story which is extremely well-written. You do an excellent job of balancing a difficult subject matter with an intriguing, almost mystery-type feel to the story. I’m not sure I’m explaining this right, but I could identify with the character Marie, feel what she feels, regardless of gender differences. That is hard to do, but you’ve done really well.This is really well done – good job.Cody view book
Hey Ryan,I started reading your book, 2175 over the weekend and was totally hooked. You are an excellent writer and the story is original and compelling. There’s not much I can say that hasn’t already been said in your comments by others. So I’ll just add my well done. I look forward to seeing this one get published.Cody view book
CHIRG ReviewBenedict,I had read several chapters of The Princess and the Peach a few months ago and loved it, but I must have inadvertently neglected to leave a comment, so I started to re-read it again. It just confirmed my original thought that this is truly an engaging, well written gem of a story. The characters are very well developed. Each character has their own personality which I could easily picture through the details of you writing.There were only a couple of points that I noticed as I read the first chapter. Keep in mind I am a want-to-be author and certainly no editor, so these may be just me.In the first paragraph it reads … chained to a table having to work for the crumbs of food the “kind” people I live with threw at me. They don’t sound very “kind” to me?You have an excellent writing style which flows easily and is seamless with the various “accents” of the characters, but there was one sentence I had to stop and re-read a few times - … “Don’t be sad. I betcha very famous.” I think Betcha is spin on “bet you”… so it may flow a bit more smoothly with “I betcha are very famous.” Again, could be just me.In the last paragraph it reads: Robbing was no pastime for an infant. When I read this I went back to the beginning to see what age the character was. 12 years old, in this environment, would seem to be almost considered an adult. I know this is meant as a “kind insult”/said jokingly, but would a younger reader get the humor?These are very minor suggestions and in no way detract from the wonderful, creative and engaging story. I look forward to seeing this book get published.Cody view book
Hello Julia,I meant to send you a comment last week after reading a few of your chapters, but after reading a few of your chapters I realized “a few” wasn’t going to be enough. Shadow Jumper completely pulled me in. I’ve read through chapter 6 and I can tell when I finish chapter ten (the last posted chapter) I will be left wanting more!At first, I found it a bit hard to get into because I wasn’t sure of the meaning for some of the local phrases/slang you used (I’m from California), but like all good stories it didn’t take me long to get into the grove and I was off and reading. I certainly don’t mean this as a criticism, in fact I think that was a big part of why the characters seem so real and helped me picture the world through their eyes. Really-really well done.I’ve added you to my watch list and will back it when I do some shuffling.Cody view book
Georgia,I'm so glad I took the time begin reading your book. It is great. I love your writing style. I knew I was going like Emily (EARL) right from the start and the more I read the more I like her. I think she is someone we can all identify with (men & women). Also, like many of the commenters, I feel you have presented a story that has a perfect balance between the religeous aspect and the story. I think everyone, regardless of faith, will enjoy this.Really-really well done. Top stars from me.Cody view book
Chirg reviewThis is wonderful and I can really picture this some vibrant illustrations. I know children (and parents) will enjoy this as much as I did.I had a few comments, but I noticed the reviews below mentioned them, so I won't repeat them here, except for one, which could be just me, so please feel free to ignore- your story feels true bird-like, eating worms, grubs and beetles, so when "mum" came home with tea it sort of broke from the story line. Again, it could be just me since I'm not a tea drinker.Overall though - really good and lots of stars. view book
Hey Stephanie,I just finished your first chapter. It's really good, you are a very good writer. I like the way you introduce Amber rose a few paragraphs into the story. I also like the way you set a somber tone, but then when we meet the characters it's lighter and fun. I can really picture the scene as you describe Amber's friends and their surroundings (I think I want to go to Brighton on holiday). I think this will do really well. I'll be back to read more soon.Cody view book
I planned on reading a chapter or two, but once I started I just couldn't stop. Your writing style kept me interested and wanting more. I know very little about the subject matter, but the way you set up the story was perfect and as I learned more about the characters I also learned about her career. There were a few abbreviations that I was unclear about at the beginning, but I think the further I read the more I understood.I really enjoyed what I read so far and plan to continue reading in the next few days.Cody view book
What a great story. I think everyone will fall in love with charming Bastion and this wonderful tale. Very well written and creative story. Cody view book
Sharada,I was hooked from the start. I love your writing style, very discriptive and easy to follow. You also have a great way of developing your charactors. Very well written. I only had time for the few chapters, but I look forward to reading more over the weekend.Cody view book
Tracey,What a wonderful story, really originial and creative. I love the idea of the cave behind the waterfall. I think all kids dream of finding that cave (I know I did). Chapter two really hooked me. You have some great characters, I really like Esso (great nickname), I think kids will really enjoy the fantascy you created here.I've only read through chapter three, but I look forward to reading more over the weekend.Cody view book
Neville,I started reading The Secrets of the Forest last night and within a couple of paragraphs I was hooked. In fact, I ended up staying up much later than I normally do on a work night because I didn’t want to stop reading! Your book is very well written and very engaging. I loved the characters and your clear descriptive writing style helped me visualize the characters and surrounds perfectly. I look forward to continuing it tonight. I’ll follow up with additional comments as I get deeper into the story.Cody view book
Thanks Ian,I really appreciate your taking the time to read my book. Also, I truly appreciate the feedback (you make some really good points). I look forward to reading Tiger Hugs over the weekend.Thanks again,Cody view book
Thank you so much for your comments and support, it is truly appreciated. Yes, I agree I need to fine tune it I love your Michalangelo Analogy). I also appreciate the edit comments – that’s not my strongest point. I will definite read Clarissa’s Kitchen and The Milche Bride, they both look great.Thanks again,Cody view book