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Comment on Runt of the Litter by David Kubicek

David Kubicek — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 03:28:31 +0000

Sometimes I wish Scooter was closer to your size, Abby. He can be a bit overwhelming when he gets excited, and he is excited to see everyone. But he’s a seriously cool dog, and you can’t help but love him. I think even Whiskers has a grudging fondness for Scooter, although he’s too proud to show it. He’s got a reputation to uphold in the neighborhood.

Comment on Runt of the Litter by Susan Ross

Susan Ross — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 23:37:32 +0000

Very sweet story. Personally I think “Scooter” is so 60′s. My name is Abby. It was an old-fashioned name but now it’s back in vogue. I’m a teeny tiny Yorkshire Terrier/Maltese/Poodle, probably the size of Scooter’s head. But I hold my own.

I came into a family with three cats. There’s two now, one of which just arrived last year. They are my best buddies. I am very polite and rarely sniff their bums. I sleep in front of the fire place with Theo during the day. (Not at night! Heaven forbid! I sleep with my Mommy at night.)

I use dogs like Scooter as shelter in the rain.

Abby

Comment on Bookstackreviews.com Review of IN HUMAN FORM by David Kubicek

David Kubicek — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 16:13:57 +0000

Thanks, Jo!

Comment on Bookstackreviews.com Review of IN HUMAN FORM by Joleene Naylor

Joleene Naylor — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 08:45:03 +0000

congrats on the great review!

Comment on Education is a Life-Long Commitment by Theron Palchetti

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Comment on The Help by Kathryn Stockett by David Kubicek

David Kubicek — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 21:56:58 +0000

The Help is an amazing book, all the more amazing because it is the author’s first novel. My wife and I just saw the movie and were pleased that it is one of those films that did justice to the source material. They had to trim some things and change some things around to keep the movie to a manageable length, but they did an excellent job. I highlly recommend it.

Comment on The Help by Kathryn Stockett by Jennifer Taylor

Jennifer Taylor — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 21:11:39 +0000

I enjoyed this book so much. Until I reached forty years of age, I’d never read. I always wanted to, but just never found anything that would keep me seated long enough to read a book, a novel, anything. I read a couple memoirs and thought, this is niiiice. My neighbor and friend offered up The Help after I had surgery. I began reading a bit while recovering. Then I read on and on and couldn’t put it down. Kathryn Stockett has a powerful draw in of words. She has an ability to pull you in and just when you think you’ve missed something, keep reading. There’s a surprise right around the corner. I HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend you read this book. If you don’t read anything else, read this! I love Southern history, and sadly I too hate the way the maids were treated and it’s true that some of this behavior exists down here but only in most very rural areas. (We aren’t THAT backwards down here anymore) But you’ll fall in love with Albileen…and love Skeeter’s whit! And Minnie will keep you laughing at her unmistakeable hatred for Hilly Holbrook. I PRAY for The HELP part 2!!!!!

Comment on Self-Publishing: The Pros and Cons by David Kubicek

David Kubicek — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 20:49:31 +0000

You’re very welcome. I hope you have a good experience publishing poetry on Smashwords. Good luck!

Comment on Self-Publishing: The Pros and Cons by Michael Kamau

Michael Kamau — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 17:21:39 +0000

you may have (unwillingly) sold me on using smashwords. i have two ebooks through lulu and one on amazon kindle. the problem with the kindle ebook is that i write poetry and rhyme. and within my style, i capitalize or underline my rhyming words (a revolutionary concept) and it looks bunched up in the kindle format. with lulu, my poetry comes out in perfect pdf formatting. i will soon see what smashwords have to offer. lets just hope that there is a market for rhyming poetry with virtuous ideas. if not, i will make one!

Thanks for the inspiration.
Michael Kamau author of ebooks “Poetry In The Key Of Rhyme” and “Short Stories With Poetry”

Comment on Day Jobs of Famous Writers Before They Were Famous by David Kubicek

David Kubicek — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 15:49:22 +0000

I’d be honored if you would post a link on your site. Thanks!

Comment on Day Jobs of Famous Writers Before They Were Famous by digitalskald

digitalskald — Sat, 02 Jul 2011 23:05:52 +0000

very informative and encouraging post David. If you don’t mind, I’d like to post a link to this post in a post I’m doing for my site.

Comment on The Help by Kathryn Stockett by David Kubicek

David Kubicek — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 19:42:33 +0000

Thank you for sharing this story, Carol. Having grown up in the north, I can’t truly imagine what it must have been like to be a black person living in the south. But I’ve read enough about it (and seen enough news clips) to have a good perspective on it. I, too, have often asked why. It’s sad that this kind of prejudice could happen in the United States and that it is still happening in many peoples’ hearts. Prejudice against any group of people is the most shameful chapter in American history.

Comment on The Help by Kathryn Stockett by Carol Hunter

Carol Hunter — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 13:46:59 +0000

I just finished this wonderful book but found myself sad – remembering how our own dear maid was treated by my father. A racist from his very heart of hearts. My mother respected her and I loved her dearly but he tolerated her and she definitely “knew her place” in our house. Even as a child I questioned the “White ONLY” drinking fountains and restrooms in our town and why there were “back” entrances to all the stores downtown for Blacks. I watched as white customers were waited on first even though Black customers had been waiting far longer. One incident from my childhood – “our maid had brought her granddaughter with her on a Saturday and we played happily in my room all morning. But, when it came time for lunch, I noticed only a plate for me on the table. I cried and begged until she allowed her granddaughter to sit and eat with me but I got a stern warning “don’t you dare tell your daddy about this!!”. I knew it was serious and never told. I grew up hating the racism I witnessed in my own family – people who, even today, readily admit that they would not invite a Black person to eat a meal at their table. For God’s Sake, WHY?? I see Blacks in many small southern towns being treated as they were 50 years ago. Oh, they have the legal freedoms, but socially, they still step aside for a white lady on the sidewalk on in a store aisle. An older Black man won’t look a white woman in the eye. It’s heartbreaking. I can only imagine the anger and resentment it caused to (and still causes) to many Blacks – like the Minny character in the book. I don’t think I could keep my mouth shut either. I was always asking “Why”? Oddly, no one could ever tell me “why”.

Comment on Australia’s Minister for Small Business Predicts Demise of General Bookstores by Lots-O-Links #3 « Amaranthine Night

Lots-O-Links #3 « Amaranthine Night — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 11:46:21 +0000

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Comment on Introducing My Short Story “Elevator” by David Kubicek

David Kubicek — Sat, 18 Jun 2011 18:51:28 +0000

Nope, the first didn’t register. Thanks!

Comment on Introducing My Short Story “Elevator” by David Kubicek

David Kubicek — Sat, 18 Jun 2011 18:49:42 +0000

I’m sorry if I made you backslide, Susan. I’ve been taken to task before by other readers about other stories. One of my friends made the mistake of reading my story “Clinical Evaluation” (reprinted in THE MOANING ROCKS) after midnight while a thunderstorm raged outside, and she was alone in the house. The next day she chewed me out for not warning her.

Comment on Australia’s Minister for Small Business Predicts Demise of General Bookstores by David Kubicek

David Kubicek — Sat, 18 Jun 2011 18:40:56 +0000

That’s true. I prefer to shop online (especially for ebooks and software that I can download immediately). No searching for a parking space in an overcrowded lot. No waiting in long lines at the cash register. And if you shop on sights you trust, no greater chance of identity theft than if you use your card in a brick-and-mortar store. Cool!

Comment on Australia’s Minister for Small Business Predicts Demise of General Bookstores by Joleene Naylor

Joleene Naylor — Sat, 18 Jun 2011 07:32:42 +0000

I think he’s right. It’s so much more convenient to shop online, especially the ebooks. You order, click, pay, donwload, done. We like things fast and instant, after all

Comment on Introducing My Short Story “Elevator” by Susan Ross

Susan Ross — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 21:00:45 +0000

Whoops! If you see a “poor” it’s because I thought you had to click each star to “up” the rating. Sorry about that. I did another vote but I don’t know if the first one registered or not. I hope not.

Comment on Introducing My Short Story “Elevator” by Susan Ross

Susan Ross — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 20:58:17 +0000

I used to be afraid of elevators after getting stuck in one in Niagra Falls. I conquered the fear… until now. Will I ever step in an elevator again?

Comment on Introducing My Short Story “Elevator” by Lots-O-Links « Amaranthine Night

Lots-O-Links « Amaranthine Night — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 03:37:30 +0000

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Comment on Introducing My Short Story “Elevator” by David Kubicek

David Kubicek — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 15:36:21 +0000

I thought you might be a TZ fan, Jo.

Comment on Introducing My Short Story “Elevator” by Joleene Naylor

Joleene Naylor — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 15:17:07 +0000

I’m a twilight Zone fan, myself

Comment on Self-Publishing and Book Reviewers by Susan Ross

Susan Ross — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 16:26:52 +0000

Thanks Dave. I will absolutely do that as soon as our mail strike is over.

Comment on Self-Publishing and Book Reviewers by David Kubicek

David Kubicek — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 16:21:07 +0000

I’d be glad to look at your book, Susan, as long as it has been published – it can be self-published or traditionally-published . Send a review copy to: David Kubicek, P.O. Box 80485, Lincoln, NE 68501-0485. Whether I review it depends on how well I like it, which means I need to give it 3 to 5 stars. I don’t use this blog to trash books but rather to promote books I like, so rest assured I won’t give you a bad review.

Comment on Self-Publishing and Book Reviewers by Susan Ross

Susan Ross — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 03:00:55 +0000

I have been searching for reviewers and it is absolutely true that many don’t even want to look at a self-published book. There is a definate bias against SP authors. I too can’t understand why they are unwilling to spend some time looking for “that hidden gem.” One publisher liked my book but said they were down-sizing and didn’t have the staff to take it on. Many other publishers must be in the same boat so who will reviewers review? Interested in doing a children’s picture book review David?
(I blame any errors on the absence of my best friend, spell check.)

Comment on The Help by Kathryn Stockett by David Kubicek

David Kubicek — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 18:49:27 +0000

You’re welcome, Jo!

Comment on The Help by Kathryn Stockett by Joleene Naylor

Joleene Naylor — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 09:43:55 +0000

I saw the poster for the upcoming movie at the theater the other night and wondered what it was all about. Now I know! That’s always nice Thanks!

Comment on The Help by Kathryn Stockett by David Kubicek

David Kubicek — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 15:32:15 +0000

You’re right about a movie, any movie, not doing a book justice. I strongly urge everyone to read the novel first, then see the movie.

Comment on The Help by Kathryn Stockett by David Kubicek

David Kubicek — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 15:29:38 +0000

Thanks, Charlie. It is an excellent book. My review didn’t do it justice. I couldn’t say too much without giving things away.

Comment on The Help by Kathryn Stockett by kdmccrite

kdmccrite — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 14:49:29 +0000

I loved this book, too, and eagerly waiting for the movie. But what movie ever does a book justice?

Comment on The Help by Kathryn Stockett by C.K. Volnek

C.K. Volnek — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 03:16:22 +0000

Excellent post. This book does sound wonderful. I’ll definitely look it up and also check out the movie trailer. thanks for sharing this great book.
C.K. Volnek

Comment on Self-Publishing and Book Reviewers by David Kubicek

David Kubicek — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 15:34:34 +0000

Well said, Patricia!

Comment on Self-Publishing and Book Reviewers by Patricia de Hemricourt

Patricia de Hemricourt — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 07:21:54 +0000

With the current meteoric rise of e-book and attending rise of self-published book, reviewers limiting themselves to traditionally published books are bound to miss out on a lot. We will probably see a new generation of reviewers skilled in finding the diamond straw in the haystack and bringing us the gems brought forth by the new self-publishing opportunities.

Comment on Self-Publishing and Book Reviewers by David Kubicek

David Kubicek — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 14:10:46 +0000

Good point, Jo. Thanks for your insight.

Comment on Self-Publishing and Book Reviewers by Joleene Naylor

Joleene Naylor — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 00:35:48 +0000

I think anyone who locks themselves in a box and will only watch/read/listen to things that fit within that box are doomed to suffer a closed, boxed in life, whether it’s genres or publishing routes, or whatever their criteria. A lot of good things get missed because they fall outside the parameters.

Great blog!

Comment on Self-Publishing and Book Reviewers by David Kubicek

David Kubicek — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 20:08:04 +0000

Thanks, Gina!

Comment on Self-Publishing and Book Reviewers by David Kubicek

David Kubicek — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 20:07:40 +0000

I agree with you that many less than stellar self-published books were rushed to publication too quickly and would greatly benefit by more revision and copy-editing. Fortunately, that can be easily fixed if the authors take their time and are more careful with their work.

Comment on Self-Publishing and Book Reviewers by Gina

Gina — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 20:07:21 +0000

Great blog David. Thanks for posting it.

Comment on Self-Publishing and Book Reviewers by eeedmonds

eeedmonds — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 19:51:48 +0000

I am writer who once had the same attitude to self-publishing. I have been working for a company, FriesenPress, and have been learning so much about the changes going on in our industry. The stigma is changing bit by bit, but as authors we do need to take the necessary steps to make sure that we are producing quality products. There are lots of articles on our blog page that discuss some of the different aspects of self-publishing and share information of value to upcoming authors……http://www.blog.friesenpress.com