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« Reply #25 on: May 28, 2009, 12:42:24 PM » |
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I just finished Book 1 and loved it.  Since Book 2 is formatted and ready to go, any ETA on when we can expect it? Thank you. That's very kind of you to say. I have some things that are happening behind the curtain, so to speak. Could be some very positive developments, so I'm kind of in a holding pattern. I'm going to give it a couple of weeks, and then probably put it out there regardless. |
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« Reply #26 on: May 31, 2009, 02:42:26 AM » |
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If you're an author reading this, you're in the right place. I'm new here, but posting here has already paid off! I'm digging this community.
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« Reply #27 on: June 12, 2009, 12:38:23 PM » |
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Is there a policy against bumping your own thread? I guess I'll find out!  |
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« Reply #28 on: June 12, 2009, 01:30:57 PM » |
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Well, since you bumped, I figure I'll take the opportunity to ask about Oz Books 2 and 3. Any ETA? |
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« Reply #29 on: June 12, 2009, 07:46:36 PM » |
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rwridley -
RE: 13-year-old boy wakes up to discover he is responsible for the end of the world!
Now there's a hook if I ever heard one!!!
Love sci-fi and this one sounds like a winner.
I have my fingers crossed for you!!!
Wendy
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« Reply #30 on: June 13, 2009, 05:16:23 AM » |
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Well, since you bumped, I figure I'll take the opportunity to ask about Oz Books 2 and 3. Any ETA? CS email me at member(at)rwridley.com I might have something I can send you. |
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« Reply #31 on: June 13, 2009, 09:39:26 AM » |
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CS
email me at member(at)rwridley.com I might have something I can send you.
You've got mail! |
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« Reply #32 on: June 13, 2009, 09:53:00 AM » |
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CS,
I would love to read your review of this book. I've bought a couple of books aided by your input.
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« Reply #33 on: June 14, 2009, 05:36:29 AM » |
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CS,
I would love to read your review of this book. I've bought a couple of books aided by your input.
I'm flattered, Frojazz. Just for you, I decided to go ahead and post a review. I'm not sure when it will show up on Amazon, so here it is... No description can convey how unique this book is..."The Takers" begins with a shocking first line, and it continues to surprise the reader thereafter. Book One of the Oz Chronicles is about a 13-year-old boy who wakes up and finds out that he has somehow caused the end of the world! It's a long, strange trip from that point forward. With a premise like that, would you expect anything less? The book appears to be written under the influence of LSD or some other mind-altering substance - and I actually mean that as a compliment. Really, I do. Case-in-point: Kids with Down Syndrome who control the future of the world, giant gorillas that can understand and communicate with humans, comic books that double as prophetic tomes, and warped monsters who'll stop at nothing to kill even the smallest of children. The "yellow brick road" in this novel seems to lead straight to Hell. The main character, Oz, is surprisingly easy to like (which is a minor miracle considering the first line, which I'll leave you to read for yourself). But make no mistake about it: he's still very much a small boy and he's definitely way in over his head - at least at first. Discovering how this little kid handles the apocalyptic events around him is one of the joys of reading the book. This is one of the best - and most haunting - "Armageddon" scenarios I've read in recent memory. R.W. Ridley's depiction of the world's end is so downright realistic, vivid, and frightening. You could easily imagine yourself running into many of the same situations and interacting with the types of people that show up throughout Oz's journey. Because of that, the author can get away with the craziness featured everywhere else (genius gorillas, etc.). And that too is another one of the book's major strengths - because literally anything is possible. Even though "The Takers" is the first in a series, there's a complete story here. A story with unique, unforgettable characters. A story full of action and excitement. A story bursting with imagination. Bring on Books 2 and 3! |
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« Reply #34 on: June 14, 2009, 09:31:08 AM » |
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TY, CS! I totally one clicked.
The book is actually $1.59 for anyone who wants to know.
EDIT: Price is now $0.99.
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« Reply #35 on: July 22, 2009, 08:24:37 AM » |
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I am the author, and I am indeed selling the Kindle version of my book, The Takers: Book One of the Oz Chronicles, for $.99. The bonus? If you have bought or buy the book, I will send you the 2nd book (not currently available in Kindle format) in the series in .doc or .pdf format for free. Just email me at member(at)rwridley.com and tell me you want the file.  . The one sentence pitch: A 13-year-old boy wakes up to discover he is responsible for the end of the world! Thank you! *Yes, I'm back. Bumping for new offer. |
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« Reply #36 on: July 22, 2009, 09:34:29 AM » |
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I just purchased the book.
Do I need to send you a copy of the receipt?
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« Reply #37 on: July 22, 2009, 09:39:17 AM » |
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I just purchased the book.
Do I need to send you a copy of the receipt?
No, I'm using the honor system Besides I don't think book 2 would mean much to people who haven't read book 1. |
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« Reply #38 on: July 22, 2009, 10:23:38 AM » |
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Oh, well, I just sent the e-mail with the receipt copy, anyway.  Thanks for the freebie! |
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« Reply #39 on: July 22, 2009, 12:14:53 PM » |
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Congratulations!! |
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« Reply #40 on: July 22, 2009, 12:59:06 PM » |
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Congratulations!! Did I miss something? What are we congratulating? |
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« Reply #41 on: July 23, 2009, 07:02:05 AM » |
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You have more mail! |
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« Reply #42 on: July 26, 2009, 11:08:32 AM » |
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RedAdept: I'm congratulating the author on having won an award! We need more congratulations in the world, says I! 'Archer' (Or, Cap'n Fistulous Withers, the Dread Pirate Queen, whichever you prefer.) |
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« Reply #43 on: July 31, 2009, 12:41:23 PM » |
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RedAdept: I'm congratulating the author on having won an award! We need more congratulations in the world, says I! 'Archer' (Or, Cap'n Fistulous Withers, the Dread Pirate Queen, whichever you prefer.) Thank you! |
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« Reply #44 on: August 04, 2009, 11:56:46 AM » |
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I emailed out a couple of .doc files today of Book 2. If you've sent me an email requesting Book 2 and did not get a reply with the file, let me know. member(at)rwridley.com
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« Reply #46 on: September 04, 2009, 03:38:55 PM » |
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I bought this book and read it this week. Thanks for the recommendation in your blog RedAdept. I really liked this book |
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