Printer Problems

by B.W. Mackey

Brian Reed has a new printer for his computer, and it seems to have a mind of its own. Can Brian and his friend break the curse before the unthinkable happens? Strange messages print when no one is around, when no data has been sent to the print queue, and even when the machine is unplugged. The worst part for twelve-year-old Brian is the predictions are coming true and life is becoming scary. Each time Brian tells a lie, makes fun of someone, or does something he shouldn't--the messages appear.Brian gets help from his friend Jason, to tackle the printer problems. But when the boys meet Angela Daniels, their situation becomes much more urgent. Since Angela has also been in contact with the printer, it is now causing more danger than they could have imagined. The trio must solve the mystery, and they don't have time to waste.

148 pages, Paperback

Published November 17, 2015

Reviews

[Randy Tramp · Rating 5 out of 5]

"He loved his sister but most days he wished there was a zipper on her mouth."

Twelve-year-old, Brian Reed has a new printer. It has a mind of its own. Strange messages are spitting out. Predictions that are coming true. Brian tells a lie, makes fun of someone or does something he shouldn't a message comes out. Then a consequence.

Jason helps Brian. It gets worse. Then they meet Angela Daniels. It gets urgent.

What a way to learn. A printer that teaches lessons. This story was different and that made it really good.

[Dionne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great story

A really great story. That pawn shop owner is an idiot, selling that printer again. The kids in the story should have told their parents. Anyway I loved it.

[Deana Dick · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brian is your typical kid with interests in video games, a pesty little sister and two patents that remind him to do chores and especially his homework. His dad gets Brian a printer from a pawn shop so he can print out his assignments for school.

It seems that the printer has a mind of its own though. I loved the story and the lessons thst weaved throughout the book. Brian and his friend have a mystery to solve. Whenever Brian says something that is mean, the printer does something very mysterious. What can a printer do to make two kids become scared? Can they solve the printer mystery before it is to late?

The author has written a great story for middle age children that will keep them guessing throughout the book. The printer seems to be teaching the kids a lesson on kindness. Will they try to change their attitude? The story reminds me of a Hardy Boys mystery with intrigue and young kids who work together to help each other out. I loved how the author shared through the story what out thoughts and mean words can do. There are consequences for not being nice to those around us and the story is a perfect format to share a mystery and along the way teach kids about being nice to others. I look toward to more great adventures from this gifted and talented author.

I received a copy of this book from the author for an honest review.

[Kristi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Printer Problems is the first kids' book by author B.W. Mackey. Of course, you might know her best by her real name, Beth Wiseman. Beth has entered the kids' book arena with an entertaining story alongside a lesson about consequences.

I wasn't sure what to expect from this book. I know Beth as a wonderful writer of Amish fiction and contemporary fiction. Her writing in this book is just as good as in the other genres she writes. This story was well thought out and written well for the targeted age group. The book gets across what happens when you do things that aren't right but not in an overly preachy way. I think this is great in a book for kids as they will be more likely to stay involved with the story and still get the point of the story.

I believe this book is geared more towards middle school-aged boys with the two main characters in the book being boys of this age group. However, I think girls would enjoy the story, too.

If you have kids in the family who love to read and are looking for a fresh new voice, pick up a copy of Printer Problems.

I was given a free copy of this book from the author in exchange for my honest opinion which I have given.

[Jessica Baker (A Baker's Perspective) · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was a cute story about Brian Reed and his troubles with a mysterious printer. When things start printing in their own, and Brian starts experiencing things the printer has said he starts to get worried. He works with his friend to try to get rid of the printer and hope that the crazy things stop happening.

I think this is a great read for a pre-teen boy, and even girl. B.W. Mackey (aka Beth Wiseman) has done a wonderful job transitioning from her typical Amish stories to a young reader story!! Anyone who has a young boy or girl in their home should definitely give this a try!

[Rita · Rating 5 out of 5]

Printer Problems is a book geared for middle school aged children but I found it to be quite entertaining as well. I read this aloud to my 11 year old son and he enjoyed it so much that he kept asking to read chapter after chapter. Printer Problems teaches a lesson that your words sometimes have consequences. Printer Problems is the first kids' book by author B.W. Mackey. You might know her best by her real name, Beth Wiseman.

[Bonnie Dale Keck · Rating 4 out of 5]

Kindle Unlimited, but must have gotten it on a free day, not sure really why it was called a mystery, was thinking more hardy boys I guess, and the story seemed to drag or be a bit convoluted/confusing in places so actually read it in 2 parts, and still not sure about the bell part at all, but nice enough story for all that.

[Connie Huddleston · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read a lot of middle grade and YA books to review on Monday Morning Indie. This is an okay book for 2nd to 5th readers. Funny plot and lots of action.