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PLEASE INTRODUCE YOURSELF TO YOUR FELLOW JAMES MASON MEMBERS!
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I've always loved books from the time I was a little tyke. What it says on my shelves isn't even 1/8 of what I love and ..."
welcome Terry!!!!!
Clark wrote: "All cars are junk - I hate them - to hell with automobiles. To hell with insurance. To hell with Henry Ford. I am not mechanically inclined. Nor am I "handy," or "improvisational," or "clever." I can barely navigate my way out of a toll booth. If only I had paid attention to my Dad at all of those Saturday "let's learn about the wonders of the four-stroke engine" bonding sessions when I was a teenager. If he had been telling me how Link Wray got that dirty fuzz tone guitar effect in his seminal 1958 instrumental classic, "Rumble," I would have listened. "All cars are way too expensive, I know that--not to mention gas. My dh is a VW fanatic and, while I can carry on a conversation with him about it, it somehow never translates into being able to communicate with a non-related mechanic!
Hi everyone :) My name's Amanda and I read just about everything fiction and nonfiction thought I do lean toward horror, fantasy and drama most of the time. Hopefully I can contribute to your discussions here.
Hello Rick and everyone. Thanks for the invite. I would like to say I admire all you talented authors here. I'm an avid reader, I make my living as an artist....portraits, caricatures and hand cut silhouettes. Nice to meet you all!Peace
Stephanie wrote: "Hello Rick and everyone. Thanks for the invite. I would like to say I admire all you talented authors here. I'm an avid reader, I make my living as an artist....portraits, caricatures and hand cut ..."Nice to meet you, Stephanie. Creative people rock!
Thanks for the invitation, Rick, and hi everyone. I'm Debra, a hockey-loving Canadian (Canucks fan), which pretty much makes me a cliche, I guess. But I also write mysteries, and I have a new book coming out from TouchWood Editions in March. I'm an avid reader and I review everything I read because I really enjoy it. I also write two blogs a week, one about the writing life and one about white-collar crime issues.Fatal Encryption
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Debra wrote: "Thanks for the invitation, Rick, and hi everyone. I'm Debra, a hockey-loving Canadian (Canucks fan), which pretty much makes me a cliche, I guess. But I also write mysteries, and I have a new book ..."So, what do you do with all your spare time...?
Just wanted to thank Rick for the invitation. I'm a British author and avid reader of most genres, but normally thrillers, crime or historical non-fiction. I have far, far, too many books and really need to sell a few since I've run out of space for more shelves.My first novel, Fire Season, is an aviation adventure and has just had a small press release in the UK. I'm new to Goodreads but (in between nervously checking reviews) I hope to contribute to the group.
Nanette wrote: "Stephen wrote: "Clark wrote: "Hi everyone. I'm a notorious shut-in and 70's snob with a serious dislike for sunlight, Miss America, and Christmas, happily married with three kids, livin' in the pa..."
Thank you, Nanette. Thought I'd pull in and leave a puddle of oil on the floor of the JMCBC garage.
Thank you, Nanette. Thought I'd pull in and leave a puddle of oil on the floor of the JMCBC garage.
Stephen wrote: "Debra wrote: "Thanks for the invitation, Rick, and hi everyone. I'm Debra, a hockey-loving Canadian (Canucks fan), which pretty much makes me a cliche, I guess. But I also write mysteries, and I ha..."Spare time? What's that?
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my pleasure V.H.! best wishes for FIRE SEASON- great read!!!!!!!
Just stopped to say hello to all the new folks...I hope you find this group comfortable...it is one of the best I have come across...so hello Amanda...congrats on 'Fire Season' V.H....Debra Cliche whats the name of that book coming out?...Terry I shall look you up on twitter...Carmel, mees thinks you have been here a bit, still says new but then it does so for Rick as well...Alex, let us know what you think of 'Last Exit in New Jersey'...Brodie I too like the bookshelf labeled ABANDONED... Nanette I too have had a nasty review, but mine was from someone here on Goodreads...at first I felt slapped but after re-reading the review a few times I realized this person never even read the book, then I just felt sad for them...Hello Adelhaida...Killian, never been called eclectic, running to look it up now...Clark I love your introduction...Stephanie welcome...hope I did not miss anyone...
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excellant post Ann!!
Hi Ann, the name of the book coming out in March is The Opposite of Dark. It's the first in a series featuring transit security officer, Casey Holland, and set in Vancouver, BC.Thanks,
Debra
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Fatal Encryption
Hiya, another noob here, and another of Rick's recruits *grin*. Thanks for finding me! I can already tell this group is going to be bad news for my TBR list...
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LOL- a wonderful welcome to you DP!
Hello and thank you Rick for the invitation to join. I am a fantasy writer finally taking the step to be published. I hope everyone that takes a chance with Temperature: Dead and Rising and enjoys it as much as I did writing it.Adam Santo
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Thank you very much for the invite. I am always looking for fellow readers to chat with about books or life in general.
Hey, thanks for the invite! My name is Jewel. I'm an author and a very voracious reader. Glad to be a part of the group:-)
Hello everyone and Rick, thanks for the invite! I have been an avid reader since age four and while I am nearing ten times that age, I still love to read. My favorite novels tend to be historical fiction, but I like some sci fi/paranormal stuff as well. I try to read 1 non fiction for every 10 fiction books I read - up next is "Assassination Vacation" by Karen Vowell. Looking forward to chatting with you all!
Jery wrote: "Hello everyone and Rick, thanks for the invite! I have been an avid reader since age four and while I am nearing ten times that age, I still love to read. My favorite novels tend to be historical f..."I love Assassination Vacation. But I have found some that don’t enjoy it so much.
Well it seems as if Rick never shut off his PC this weekend...Hello Darkpool, how do you manage to read three books at one time...Adam, sending positive thoughts your way for your baby 'Temperature: Dead and Rising', I see you used CreateSpace, I tried them but gave up when they could not get my cover right...your cover looks great...welcome Mrs...I see you read 'The Help'...was that not a good book...Jewel, when do you find time to read and write--eight kids? Christmas at your place must be magical...Love your counter Jery...welcome to all
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Rick, thank you for the invite to join the group. Reading is my passion and it is evident I am among those of like passion. I feel as one who has made an amazing discovery that needs to be shared with the world. A huge hello to everyone at James Mason! My reading tastes are diverse: fiction—all genres—biographies, science, theology, whatever catches my interest, and at times I may be reading three or four books (I noticed there are a few bibliophiles who enjoy multi-tasking here). I have also authored a novel, “A Handful of Dust.” I look forward to enjoyable moments spent with all of you here at James Mason. Thanks!
I just joined this group. I am currently reading The Grimm Fairy Tales on my Kobo eReader along with a few other books. I look forward to getting to know everyone
Hello:I am Elizabeth....I enjoy the posts and comments.
Check out my blog if you like:
http://silversolara.blogspot.com
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Hi everyone, I wanted to invite people to my blog that introduces my new book, The Betrayal!http://sheilahendrix.webs.com/
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http://sheilahendrix.webs.com/"
wonderful blog, Sheila!! great youtube video!
Hello all. Thanks for the invitation. I've always been an avid reader and read just about anything I can get my hands on but I have a soft spot for fantasy (Robert Jordan) and British and Historical fiction. Looking forward to some interesting discussions!!
Thanks Rick! Sorry I haven't been around for awhile!
Hi Everyone, and thanks, Rick, for inviting me to this group. It looks like a lot of active discussions go on here. I write historical fiction, and love to read, especially historical fiction by Penman, Erickson, and lots of other great authors. It can be set anywhere, anytime, as long as it's good writing and transports me to another world. I'm looking forward to joining some discussions.
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Heather wrote: "Hello all. Thanks for the invitation. I've always been an avid reader and read just about anything I can get my hands on but I have a soft spot for fantasy (Robert Jordan) and British and Historica..."
WELCOME JOYCE AND HEATHER!
Hi Rick,been away for a long weekend to a '60's festival,great time, it is amazing how the old bands keep going, and boy can they rock!! My head is still spinning, whether it was the bass or the booze, who knows?
One thing which will amuse you, I'd only been there about half an hour and this lady rushed up to me, 'You're Timothy Pilgrim'. I confirmed that was the name I write my books under. 'I loved 'The day the Ravens died' it made me cry!!! had I got a new one out yet?' I have done a couple of book signings at that holiday camp, but I'm darned if I can remember her. I am pretty good as a rule remembering faces. The other thing she said was she hated 'action thriller type things, especially terrorist books, yet she loved 'ravens' and said 'Paul' should be Prime minister in the next one, she is the second person who has said that!!
I'm off to bed to sleep off the confusion.
All the best Paul Rix [oldgeezer]
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been away for a long weekend to a '60's festival,great time, it is amazing how the old bands keep going, and boy can they rock!! My head is still spinning, whether it was the bass..."
wonderful anecdote Paul- had to make you feel great!!
well deserved!
Hi, I'm Emily, and have been told that I "eat" books. Reading is one of my favorite ways to spend time, and I enjoy different genres. Being on Goodreads has introduced me to many new authors and some wonderful new books. Thanks to Rick for inviting me to be a member of this group.
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welcome Emily- so glad to have you as a member!
Hey everyone and welcome! Make yourself at home here! I haven't been here in a long time but its a good group.Sheila
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Sheila"
Thanks Sheila- happy to see you back!
Hi Emily,Welcome to the 'mad house' from one of the semi resident 'indie' nutters! brown or re[a]d sauce on your books or maybe you're a pickle person?
And for Sheila, you must have been hiding somewhere good to have been away sooooo long.
All the best Paul Rix [oldgeezer]
Hey all, thanks Rick for inviting me. Though I write, I don't really talk about it on here. Goodreads is a place for books and I love me a good book...in Fantasy or Science Fiction (though I can indulge in other genres too :) ). So, again, Thanks Rick!
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you are very welcome Brandon!!
Hi, everyone. I'm an avid reader of almost anything but westerns and romances. I'm a published short story writer and an aspiring novelist. I watch a lot of films, though lately I'm addicted to The History Detectives on PBS. I'm a high school English teacher (though I promise not to correct anyone's spelling or grammar here) and there are so many cool topics to respond to on James Mason that I've already set a strict half hour per night limit on myself. Thanks, Rick, for inviting me.
Hi, Steven! A half hour time limit ... hmmmm ... I'd never make it! LOL Welcome! This is an awesome group.
Hi Steven,half an hour! you're hoping! You are either a quick reader or lightning fast on the key board!! Welcome to the mad house!
All the best Paul Rix [oldgeezer]
Hello all! I'm an author and very interested in meeting other writers and readers who share my love of books. Though I write mainly paranormal romance, I've found myself pushing the boundaries as of late, by reading genres I'd never explored before. I must say that I'm thrilled with what I've found. So very glad to be here!
Robin Badillo
Thanks Martha and Tim! I'm an hour and a half over my half hour time limit!!!
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David wrote: "Robin wrote: "Hello all! I'm an author and very interested in meeting other writers and readers who share my love of books. Though I write mainly paranormal romance, I've found myself pushing the b..."
welcome Robin and Steven!!
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I've always loved books from the time I was a little tyke. What it says on my shelves isn't even 1/8 of what I love and have read. Always with a book, like Chef Alex.
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