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Hi all,I'm a self-labelled Bibliomaniac, somewhat of a collector and have been one of Uncle Stevie's Constant Readers practically from the time he first published. I'm old enough to have read most of his work as it was released. My daughter and I got to attend his promotional talk in Sarasota when UTD came out, and we were able to get two signed copies of that one. I have the Gunslinger series in Grants' Artist Edition as well as 1st Trade editions, and probably all of his better known work, as well as quite a few of his short stories/novellas in general anthologies, etc. Much of what I have is unread; as a Librarian, it is usually easy to acquire a reading copy. I've read myself to sleep nearly every night of my life, a habit I started about the time I learned to read.
I am a Reference Librarian for Citrus County, FL & have worked at FSU's Library Science Library and the State Library of FL. My first career was an auto and motorcycle mechanic. I became what they politely referred to as a "non-traditional student", aka old College Student. I was over 50 when I took my degrees.
I just did a short review of Dream Makers II, focusing on King's interview. See that review for some of his favored authors (and a couple DIS-favored) in May, 1982. Is there an appropriate thread here for me to post that review?
Personal stuff:
I'm the proud single Dad of Lisa-Marie, who will be taking her AA Degree next Semester, then continuing her education, probably at UF. I am a "dog person", involved in dog rescue. See http://www.saintkarmasdogrescue.org/
I currently have four dogs - two available for adoption - and have had up to seven at one time. I also do obedience training.
And now . . . off to read :) I'm glad to have found this Group.
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I guess the best place for your review would be in our discussion section titled "Stephen King THE Man." Just create a new thread there for it. I'm looking forward to reading it.
Welcome aboard!
Debra
Thankee Sai!see my new profile pic. That was the only way I could figure out how to post it here.
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see my new profile pic. That was the only way I could figure out how to post it here."
Very nice!
Hi, I’m a new member of this group and wanted to introduce myselfI’m a newspaper editor and publisher; also a publicist and winner of more than a dozen business and book writing awards. In 2008 I was a finalist for an Eppie Award for his non-fiction e-book: “Self-Promotion for Authors.”
I am also the author of two fiction book series: INSIDE STORY, tales of a team of investigative reporters, and ESCape Into History about time travelers who to record historic events as they actually happened and ensure that history is unaltered by outside influences. He’s also working on two additional fiction manuscripts of events in differing time periods.
Earlier in my career I put in 14 years experience as a senior public relations executive in the development and implementation of successful, goal-oriented communications and marketing support programs for major national corporations. I wrote the first public relations program for Coleco’s Cabbage Patch Kids and that program subsequently won the Silver Anvil Award from the Public Relations Society of America. The Silver Anvil is recognized as the most prestigious award in public relations. I also was founding editor of another weekly newspaper in northern New Jersey and is the former editor of Funeral Monitor, a weekly newsletter for the deathcare industry.
Earlier experience includes 12-years as a skilled radio and daily newspaper editor and reporter for major media outlets in New Jersey, New England and Europe. I also published and edited a weekly newspaper serving Northern Ocean and Southern Monmouth Counties in New Jersey.
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I’m a newspaper editor and publisher; also a publicist and winner of more than a dozen business and book writing awards. In 2008 ..."
Wow! Welcome to our group, Larry. You have quite an impressive resume. Congrats on the Silver Anvil award. I bet you and your friends & family are so proud of you!
I'm going to have to check our your books. The time traveler series sounds like something right up my alley!
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Hi everyone, I joined this group last week and this is my first hello. I am a huge Stephen King fan, I read a lot of his work when I was younger and then nothing for years, so I am now having an excellent time catching up on the novels I've missed over the years. I have just started the Dark Tower series.I am a writer and archaeologist and broadcaster in the UK on BBC, Channel 4, five, Nat Geo and Discovery.
My first novel Drusilla Blood, A gripping occult thriller where the past and present weave together in a tale of passion, intrigue, murder and the supernatural, has just gone up on Amazon. So quite an exciting time.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B007Z152G4
I am looking forward to getting to know you all. Just got the email about the June read The Cypress house, so I will be finding a paper copy- or I may just download it to my lovely kindle.
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Hope to see you in the group read for The Cypress House!
Hey all - happy memorial day - and just wanted to introduce myself to this awesome group! I love going back and reading books that SK recommends, especially John D. McDonald, and if you guys haven't read, THE IDEAL GENUINE MAN by Don Robertson - get it at once - King actually put it out in a beautiful hardcover edition with his Philtrum press awhile ago, and man oh man - it's like Theodore Dreiser meets McDonald and Jim Thompson ! Anyway - really happy to be here, i'm a new author, and I hope to be sharing reviews and stories with everyone sooner than later - best, EC
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Debra
Thanks for the welcome, Debra! and i'm just finishing friends of Eddie Coyle and starting McDonald's The Long Lavender Look!
Hi, my name is Tracy and I live in B.C. Canada. I am new to the group and have been an avid King fan, well almost since the beginning. I like mostly horror, suspense, and mysteries but if a book is well written and comes recommended I will give it a try. I am looking forward to sharing in the discussions and discovering more great books and authors from people who like the same genre as I enjoy so much.
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Sorry I'm so late is welcoming you! I didn't see a notification that someone had made a comment here.
Sounds like we both like the same kind of books, and, of course, are big King fans.
We are going to be reading The Store by Bentley Little for our group from Aug-Sep 2012. He's a great horror writer. It would be great if you could join in on the discussion.
Anyway, welcome aboard!
Debra
Thanks Debra,I checked my library system and they do not have The Store. I will try to track down a copy. I have not read any of his books before and would like to. I have discovered so many great authors since joining Goodreads.
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Hope you can join us!
Hey Everyone, greetings from Nashville....I'm here to make my 'Stand' and stay just ahead of 'It' because 'Cujo' is tracking me down....hardy har har. Really I am pumped to be here and hear what the Master has to say on a regular basis. Thanks for the invite Debra!
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Cute introduction, too!
I am Connie, and books are my passion. I am always looking for good book recommendations, and this group of readers seems to be a perfect place to exchange ideas about great books. I have read many of Stephen King's books and consider him an excellent author; anyone who can literally make my hair stand up from fright has to be a special writer. My friend Debra was kind enough to invite me to join this group, and I appreciate her thoughtfulness. I am looking forward to reading and sharing books together.
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Welcome aboard!
Debra,thank-you for the invite.A big "HELLO,PARTNERS",to all the members out there.From (Cowtown) Fort Worth,Texas - Robby.
Hi everyone! I'm Janice and I'm here because Stephen King is my favorite author. I'm also here because Debra invited me.
Debra wrote: "You might tray Amazon. They have used copies for 1 penny plus $3.99 shipping. That's $4 for a book. Not too bad, eh?Hope you can join us!"
Thanks, I'll check it out.
Debra wrote: "Hi Connie! I'm so glad you accepted my invitation. I'm going to be sending out a message to everyone telling them more about our Aug-Sep group read. Hope you will be able to join us!Welcome ab..."
Thank you for the warm welcome, Debra. I am on board for the Aug.-Sept. group read. Looking forward to it!
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Howdy Partner!
Thanks for coming to join us!
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Hey Janice!
So glad to see you here. Now you can add some MORE books to your TBR shelf! Mwah-ha-ha!
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Excellent news!
Tracy wrote: "Thanks Debra,I checked my library system and they do not have The Store. I will try to track down a copy. I have not read any of his books before and would like to. I have discovered so many grea..."
Ask you Library to do an Interlibrary Loan for you. Especially if you love (NOT) Walmart, you'll like this one.
Debra wrote: "So glad to see you here. Now you can add some MORE books to your TBR shelf! Mwah-ha-ha! ..."And now I get to call YOU evil. Hehehe!
tu!(notice I didn't say "vous")
LOL! That's about as far as my French will allow.
Hello, I'm Amanda, and I not only love King's work, but I have also enjoyed many books based on his previous recommendations. It seemed like a good idea to me to therefore join this group, as I am an avid reader, and always searching for my next good read. Thanks for allowing me to join your group.
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Great to have you here. We are currently doing our August 1st-September 30th group read of Bentley Little's The Store. Everyone seems to be enjoying this unique horror story. Come join us if you have the time and inclination!
Hello everyone, My name is Rohit, i m 20 and I live in India. As a student in school i read a lot of goosebumps books from our school library. But now as an adult i would like to start reading Stephen king's Books. Hence i joined this group :)
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Hello everyone, I am Jana and happen to be a huge Stephen King fan..If King has recommended a book I am interested! Count me in on reading Infinite Jest for next month. I will pick it up tonight.
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Hi,I'm Michelle and obviously a SK fan or I wouldn't be here, right? I "know" some of you from YLTO. I haven't been in the discussions for that group much once they stopped having monthly group reads but the good news is it lead me to this group.
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Hi Michelle! Good to see you here. I wondered why you disappeared from YLTO. We have two selections for group reads in October. Do pop by and see if you'd be interested.Meanwhile, I'm looking forward to discussing the group reads in this group with you.
It's another group called You'll Love This One.
Thanks for the updates, Debra and Janice. I'll have to go check out YLTO, too.
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Welcome to the group. I have heard similar things about how King is so great with charities and supporting Maine communities. He IS just a regular guy, when people let him alone. I'd love to visit there and see his home.
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Yea, that's the understatement of the century, my oldest just turned 4 last month! I read for an hour or so before i go to bed. If something is particularly interesting, i for go sleep.