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Robert Dunbar
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“Blessed is the beast that knows its purpose.”
Initial response to my Wood – notwithstanding the expected witticisms regarding the title – has been tremendously positive … if a bit puzzling.
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“Mesmerizing … poetic … unnerving.”
~ Literary Mayhem
“Honest-to-God terrifying and emotionally wrenching.”
~ Horror World
“Leaves an indelible impression on the reader’s heart and mind.”
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Initial response to my Wood – notwithstanding the expected witticisms regarding the title – has been tremendously positive … if a bit puzzling.
* * *
“Mesmerizing … poetic … unnerving.”
~ Literary Mayhem
“Honest-to-God terrifying and emotionally wrenching.”
~ Horror World
“Leaves an indelible impression on the reader’s heart and mind.”
~ Southern Rose... read more »
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The Pines
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Willy
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2011
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The Shore
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2007
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Martyrs & Monsters
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2009
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Shadows: Supernatural Tales by Masters of Modern Literature
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Wood
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Secret Lands: The World of Patricia Lynch
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Enchanted Journeys: Fifty Years of Irish Writing for Children
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The Jersey Devil and I (Horror)
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"Chris, thank you so much. That's a wonderfully written appreciation of my work.
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Robert Dunbar's book is my 666th rated book..... I am sure that this will make him smile and give off an evil laugh.
I was amazed by this collection. First of all, the stories didn't seem like they were even from the same author. Did the same guy w... " Read more of this review » |
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This is the third book by this author I've read, and probably the best - but then I do have liking for a good, literate horror short story collection. Which is delivered in spades here. The author has a remarkable capacity to combine a variety of...
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Wood . . . the forest near the park; fall leaves on the ground; the hedgerow boardering your house. It's all alive.
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Robert, I finally read The Vampire Tapestry which you had added to my Best Vampire Horror Novels list a while back and at your recommendation. I have to give you a big thanks for suggesting it! It is really one of the finest novels of the genre that I have read so far! Thanks so much for suggesting it to me! It is one I am sure I will return to again in the future and will recommend to others.
Kari wrote: "Thanks for the add :) And for the message from the Literary Horror group ;)"Nice to meet you, Kari. I hope you'll drop by.
Rob
Thanks for accepting my friendship, Robert. I love reading horror and thriller type books, so I've put "The Pines" on my wish-list.
Thanks for the request, Robert. I'm a transplant to Jersey and The Pines looks intriguing. I want it but since my wallet is light I have to wait. Stupid rent and electric bill.
Check out an ALL NEW interview with Robert, all ye who enter here: http://www.freewebs.com/hfrzine/hfrin...
It is NOT tacky to recommend your own book! You should check out ~The Drama Unfolds~ by Me/Andrea M. Kulmanhahaha... :~D
Hi Robert and thanks so much for adding me as a friend. I visited your web site...very cool! If you have time, I'd love for you to visit mine, jeanniebarber.com. I'm a novice writer so feel free to make any kind of suggestions, ideas or thoughts to correct it. I’m co-authoring a novel with Patty Wiseman, who I see is also one of your friends. We’ve known each other for over 30 years. While you're there, please sign the guestbook, too! There’s also a link to our book you can click on…clairkelley@synthasite.com. This site is brand new and in the editing stage as is our story. Please visit it as well. Blessings,
Jeannie
