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M.J.’s 2024 Year in Books
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M.J. Webb
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in England, The United Kingdom
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C S Lewis, Bernard Cornwell, J.R.R. Tolkien
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August 2011
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I've been writing for many years around a full-time job and family. I've penned six novels in that time, appeared on radio, in newspapers, given college talks and book signings etc.....
I've never found myself so demoralised as right now, however.
I'm seriously thinking of quitting.
I know people say you should write just for the fun of it. A large part of me agrees, but... I also create because I Read more of this blog post »
I've never found myself so demoralised as right now, however.
I'm seriously thinking of quitting.
I know people say you should write just for the fun of it. A large part of me agrees, but... I also create because I Read more of this blog post »
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** This is not my review but the remarks of a reader who is not a member of Goodreads. I have used my one opportunity to post due to the quality of Miss R's review. **' The Ajax File is a gripping, fast-paced thriller that kept me hooked throughout ...more "
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“Do not be afraid of the unknown, Jake. When you cannot see something, or do not know of it, it does not always follow that it is a thing to be feared. You must embrace it with all your heart and soul. Learn to understand it, for only then will you be able to control it, or prevent it from controlling you.”
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“It is history and as such it is good for teachings only, it cannot change the future unless you dwell on it, unless you let it.”
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“She studied the face in the mirror for a good half hour. Scarcely recognised the individual staring back at her. Wondered how much truly remained of the person she was. The turbulent existence, the traumas, the wear and tear, the physical injuries and mental scars... all left indelible marks over time on people like her. They warned her of that from the very outset. Baggage, they called it, because you carry it with you wherever you go. Some bags were heavier than others. Too heavy. Most eventually broke under the enormous strain, succumbed to the inevitable and just burned out. Or ended things in the only way they knew for sure was permanent, removed any variables in favour of a dead cert, you might say.
Humans are frail creatures.”
― A Child of Szabo
Humans are frail creatures.”
― A Child of Szabo
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| Book Geeks and B...: 10/31 Happy Halloween! | 17 | 17 | Nov 04, 2011 06:00PM | |
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| Pick-a-Shelf: Sam's ROAR | 25 | 97 | Feb 28, 2012 01:10AM | |
| Pick-a-Shelf: Game 2: SHELF | 57 | 66 | Dec 06, 2012 02:44AM | |
| UK Amazon Kindle ...: Self Challenge. Jay-me's second challenge - 2012 - Our Authors | 71 | 100 | Jan 27, 2014 12:08AM | |
| UK Amazon Kindle ...: Self Challenge. Jay-me's 2013 Series Challenge | 52 | 89 | Jan 27, 2014 12:10AM | |
| Never Too Old For...: Read 4 Review #65 A - The Keeper of the Stones (Jake West #1) (Closed) | 37 | 147 | Feb 16, 2014 12:25AM |
“She studied the face in the mirror for a good half hour. Scarcely recognised the individual staring back at her. Wondered how much truly remained of the person she was. The turbulent existence, the traumas, the wear and tear, the physical injuries and mental scars... all left indelible marks over time on people like her. They warned her of that from the very outset. Baggage, they called it, because you carry it with you wherever you go. Some bags were heavier than others. Too heavy. Most eventually broke under the enormous strain, succumbed to the inevitable and just burned out. Or ended things in the only way they knew for sure was permanent, removed any variables in favour of a dead cert, you might say.
Humans are frail creatures.”
― A Child of Szabo
Humans are frail creatures.”
― A Child of Szabo
“It was wrong. Szabo insiders knew that the whole thing was unspeakable, but they did it anyway. Because they believed sincerely at that point that the enemy was already within. War was upon them. It just hadn’t been declared yet.”
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“O it's Tommy this, and Tommy that, and Tommy 'ow's your soul/But it's thin red line of heroes when the drums begin to roll.”
― Barrack Room Ballads & Departamental Ditties and Ballads
― Barrack Room Ballads & Departamental Ditties and Ballads
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Iain wrote: "Hi M.J, many thanks for your friendship, much appreciated. Iain‘Hope is a place best not forgotten’ —Iain Cameron Williams 🇺🇦"
No problem Hope the books are doing well. Best wishes.
Hi M.J, many thanks for your friendship, much appreciated. Iain‘Hope is a place best not forgotten’ —Iain Cameron Williams 🇺🇦
Reached the milestone of 100 followers on Goodreads today. Just wanted to mark the occasion with a post and thank everyone.
So very grateful to have received another 5 star review on Amazon.co.uk for A Child of Szabo ; 
Really enjoyed reading this book. Very well written. Loads of action, and obviously very well researched. Best book I’ve read in a long time.'
*Lynn* wrote: ""Thanks a million. Happy New Year to you also.
Hello,Thanks for your friendship. Come by for a spell and leave a comment. Until Next Time . . .
thank you for the friend request M.J.
Hi M.J. Thanks for the add! You have a great looking competition going on, might enter mee-self!If you fancy a quick read i keep my own review blog. Its pretty new but im working on it ;) ! Im taking the time to review and promote new and budding authors. All reviews are 100% honest though :P
http://lilythenovelnerd.wordpress.com/
Hi M.J.!Thanks for the friend invite. Have a great weekend!
Hi there! :) Thanks so much for the friend request! I just tried to download the first book in your Jake West series for my Nook, but I can't seem to find it. Do you know when it might be available for download for the Nook? I'm really interested in reading it, it looks awesome! :)
Lucinda wrote: "Dear MJ,I would like to thank you for being my friend here on GoodReads. I am a huge fan of the fantasy genre and am an avid reader of many works by the authors listed above, hence i do hope to ad..."
Thanks Lucinda - My books were penned for my children but seem to be doing rather well, though I am struggling to crack Goodreads/entice readers at present. I do hope you try them and let me know what you think but either way thanks for the friendship and look forward to your insights/views. I'm branching out so to speak at present, reading books I would not normally read, a product of having more time on my hands at last now that the trilogy is complete. @:-)
Dear MJ,I would like to thank you for being my friend here on GoodReads. I am a huge fan of the fantasy genre and am an avid reader of many works by the authors listed above, hence i do hope to add you to that list too. Your Jake West trilogy really does look amazing, therefore i do hope to be able to read them very soon. Thank you once again and i very much look forward to discussing books and my favorite genre with you (from Tolkien to Dragons and many astonishing adventures!).
Kind Regards
Lucinda x
Lady Danielle "The Book Huntress" wrote: "Hi MJ!"Hi mate - Hope you are well. I noted your variety of books and thought you'd be someone interesting to follow. :-)
Reading the keeper of the stones at the moment and really enjoying it. Definitely worth a look. Far better than a lot of traditionally-published books - a real find.
Hi,It's received 44 reviews and it's averaging 4.7 out of 5. I think it's a great story, technically imperfect but everyone has enjoyed it so far. :-)
If you read it please review it or mention it on here.
Thanks very much and best wishes
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