Rick-Founder JM CM BOOK CLUB ’s Comments (group member since Oct 06, 2009)

Rick-Founder JM CM BOOK CLUB ’s comments from the THE JAMES MASON COMMUNITY BOOK CLUB group.

Nathan wrote: "In many ways, I guess I'm what you'd call old-school. I was one of the last people I knew to get a cell-phone, and at 37 years old, I've only been using the internet for approximately 4 months!

I ..."

Nathan- very similar to you- still enjoy old fashioned way of reading! yet- so many James Mason members now have e-books- so I read those on my Kindles, still prefer books I can hold..yet a great boon to writers, as e-books allow for far more opportunities to have your book available to many.

Best all time TV actor....Arnold Ziffle

Donna wrote: "Donna SolitarioComing Home to My Heart: Abuse Victim to Survivor; Inspirations for Inner Peace
Hi, nice to be here, and nice to meet you. I write to inspire others through my three poetry books. I ..."

I welcome you Donna!!

Judy wrote: "Barbara wrote: "Speaking of reality shows - I like Project Runway and some of the cooking shows (Top Chef, Iron Chef, Chopped, Cupcake Wars) - which seem like they can't be "too" scripted. I also l..."

I AGREE 1000000000000000000%

I cannot watch the American version- far too pretentious- loved the Japanese episodes!!

Barbara wrote: "Speaking of reality shows - I like Project Runway and some of the cooking shows (Top Chef, Iron Chef, Chopped, Cupcake Wars) - which seem like they can't be "too" scripted. I also like Restaurant S..."

Yes Cajun Pawn Stars- very much enjoy that show!! reminds me of Green Acres/Andy Griffith meet the Cajuns!

Barbara wrote: "I like so many of the shows mentioned already, particularly THE MENTALIST, THE ROCKFORD FILES (big James Garner fan), and THE ODD COUPLE (such perfect casting!). I'm dating myself, but I also loved..."

Love ANTIQUES ROADSHOW too! I have been able to find it on my local PBS channel occasionally - I just click on guide- go to my PBS station and zoom through- usually find an episode or two a week!

I like Pawn Stars- but tire of the "mini-sitcoms" they feel they must have in each episode "Chumley gets a day off with pay if he can start a fire" SO SO Scripted!!! Just show the folks trying to pawn and the experts..no need for scripted "humor"

Just received notice that I am getting DIARIES-ORWELL
should be facinating!!

not a current film..but just saw AMERICAN BEAUTY for first time and am BAFFLED how it won best picture!!!
ok film- Spacey great..but BEST PICTURE????

Beverley wrote: "Hello Everyone, and thank you for the invitation, Rick. I love to read mysteries, thrillers, romance, adventure, biographies and social histories, so this sounds just the place for me!

Ten minutes..."

Mary wrote: "Hi, my name is Mary Clark and I look forward to reading the work of other writers in this group. My book, Tally: An Intuitive Life, published by All Things That Matter Press, will be out in 2013. I..."

wonderful welcomes to Beverley and Mary!

Also must add THE ROCKFORD FILES to all time favorite shows

I must admit to a guilt pleasure. just happened to watch one on Animal Planet. Rattlesnake Republic about snake hunters- nuts!!! but I like it ..so far

Barbara wrote: "Rick wrote: "I saw first trailer for JACK REACHER...not a big reader of Lee Child but have to think that dedicated fans of Jack reacher books will not be pleased!"

I know a lot of people are disap..."

my feelings exactly!!! again- I see it as an action film, and I am not a big fan of Lee Child- so not thatbig a deal to me- to Reacher fans- probably is

yes!! those reality shows-ewwwwww
a few gems but 99% drech!!!

While most of our topics are about books, I find that expanding to film and TV make the Group more well rounded. I also notice that members seem to enjoy the diversity of media topics!
So...I am very curious as to what you feel is the best show on TV and the worst...obviously, your choice for the "worse" is not going to be a show you watch regularly...or even at all..perhaps simply based on content and word of mouth...your call!!

ALSO FEEL FREE TO LIST YOUR FAVORITE TV SHOWS OF ALL TIME AS WELL!!

As for me...

I do not watch TV alot- Almost 90% of what I watch on TV is sports..but shows I do enjoy are Gold Rush, The Mentalist and good old Judge Judy!!

Worst...I would have to Storage Wars - since I started out enjoying it until I read so many online articles about how fake and scripted it is..again..I have no proof myself- but many who seem to know claim those rare expensive items placed in storage lockers filled with junk are plants..whether true or not- I find myself incapable of watching the show anymore as it is so repetitive.
I am sure I would have a very large list if I watched more TV- the ads I see are horrendous!!

FAVORITES OF ALL TIME..THE ODD COUPLE, THE MUNSTERS, COLUMBO, QUINCY, MASH, THE HONEYMOONERS AND ALL IN THE FAMILY (and NHL Hockey..end the strike!!! I miss my hockey!!!)


now your turn!!

reading this amazing thriller by member writer Jeff Horton!


Also just read stunning account of historical trials of pirates by another James Mason member,Ken

Mark wrote: "By way of introduction my name is Mark Glamack. My long professional history includes director, producer, and writer for family entertainment in the motion picture and television industries; a pate..."

Jackson wrote: "My name is Jackson Burnett and I'm a reader, lawyer, amateur fiddler, and the author of The Past Never Ends, a legal mystery from Deadly Niche Press.

I enjoy mysteries, particularly those by James..."

Very happy to welcome Mark and Jackson!

Finished reading Member Jim Rollins upcoming new book- loved it!! see my review...

Jim asked me to post following- quite interesting!



Hi Rick,

Would you mind mentioning:

Get a sneak peek at The Blood Gospel on io9.com and ASK Jim or Rebecca a question! http://io9.com/book-excerpt

I'd really appreciate it. I am very excited to be on one of my favorite news site - IO9.


Jim

Jeff wrote: "

Trailer for CYBERSP@CE:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7W-UKh...

There are only 18 days left in the Goodreads giveaway of two signed, pre-release copies of Cyber..."

reading it now and I LOVE IT!!! Razor sharp plot!

O. wrote: "Thank you Rick for the opportunity and privilege to share our books. My name is O. J. Toks. I'm the author of REJECTED FOR A PURPOSE: HOW GOD USES REJECTION TO HELP YOU FIND AND FULFILL YOUR DESTIN..."

Super to have you as a member O.J.!!

Neil wrote: "ALWAYS WRITING
A blog about the writing life, making it as an indie author, and showcasing the books I write. Please check it out.
http://www.neilostroff.blogspot.com"

love your blog Neil!