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Title: A goodbye to writer's block and a friend.(Columns)(Column)
Publication: The Register-Guard (Eugene, OR) (Newspaper)
Date: June 27, 2004
Publisher: The Register Guard
Page: L1

Article Type: Column

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Definitely not a "reader's block" kind of book
This was such a treat to read.I found the book at a 2nd handstore... had never heard of the author or the book... and ended upbeing very pleasantly surprised.Apparently, this was the first (and,unfortunately, so far the only) book written by this talented youngauthor.I felt like I was listening to a story being told by a friendwho "loves" telling stories.Parts of it were a little farfetched, but it was very entertaining.I loved the red-headedmiddle-aged " talk show host, Winnie Rydell!It made me want tosee her on the screen... and more, just to know her.The maincharacter, Mark Whitaker, was fun to read about too... an amnesiacthat awakens to discover he's a famous and very rich author... yet themost fun was him getting to experience his "wealth" throughfresh, eager, and "in his mind" recently poor eyes... thisbook was a very quick read... it had laughter and tears, suspense, alove story... and was just fun fun fun...pure entertainment... come onMarty Ray... give us another fun ride like this... wherever you maybe.... Thanks ... Read more

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63 pages, small trade-size paperback, includes short plays Writer's Block, Umbrellas, Blind Date, Underground, A Monster in the Closet, Hanging Baskets, The Gazelle, Gazelle II, Wisdom, Ropes, Sweet Dreams, Spare Advice ... Read more

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Writer's Block is an intense and seductive story that you will carry with you for the rest of your life. It is one of the first stories in the original Darktales and has always been one of my personal favorites.

Imagine you're a famous writer and you've hit a brick wall. Then something unexpected happens that changes everything.

Below is a review ofDarkTales: A Collection of Sick Twisted Scary Stories and DarkTales: Volume Two from Ron Wynn of the Nashville City Paper.


Nashville author Steven R. Zellers originally penned the first volume of DarkTales almost 11 years ago, but he’s now updated it and penned a second collection.

As the title suggests, these are stories that can shock, stun, frighten or delight, and sometimes manage all those things within their tightly constructed frameworks. Zellers knows how to manipulate details, but also he varies his approach. Sometimes things accelerate right from the opening paragraph, and the remaining narrative simply sustains what’s already been generated. Other times he’ll slowly build the tension, working to a strong conclusion and injecting surprise elements that nicely wrap the story.

There are 18 entries in the initial volume and 12 more in the sequel. While readers’ choices and preferences will differ depending on their perspectives and interests, some recommendations from DarkTales include “Tinman,” “Smokey Mountain Rain,” “Freak,” “Grandma’s Secret” and most interestingly “Writer’s Block.” Anyone who’s ever had a problem composing a letter or finishing an assignment will find it quite intriguing. His opening story “My Wife” and final entry “Jewels” are also outstanding.

Prime pieces in DarkTales: Volume Two include “Ice Queen,” “Northern Lights,” “Seven Dates from MySpace” and “Till Death,” as well as “Halloween” and “Trust.”

Some horror/suspense writers, most notably the late Rod Serling, used the genre as a social message tool. There are some stories with underlying or implied themes, but overall Zellers is mainly interested in spinning a compelling yarn rather than examining a particular social ill.

The DarkTales volumes offer fine examples of both striking horror pieces and excellent short story writing.Ron Wynn Nashville City Paper

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Struggles Through Writer's Block is the fascinating tale of one man's struggle. The protagonist finds inspiration, loss, and gratification.He struggles through a year of ups and downs. Along the way, he finds love in an unusual place. With love providing him a reason to endure, he remains in this otherwise-obscure American city in hopes of achieving permanent happiness. ... Read more

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Commentary (music and lyrics not included).Chapters: Writer's Block, Living Thing, Seaside Rock, Falling Out, Peter Bjorn and John. Source: Wikipedia. Pages: 17. Not illustrated. Free updates online. Purchase includes a free trial membership in the publisher's book club where you can select from more than a million books without charge. Excerpt: Writer's Block is an album by Peter Bjorn and John. The track "Young Folks" was ranked at #5 on Pitchfork Media's list of the top 100 songs of 2006 after they gave it a track review of three out of five stars on July 19, 2006. Writer's Block was ranked at #24 on Pitchfork's list of the top 50 albums of 2006. Writer's Block was also ranked at #5 album of the year by Almost Cool and #10 by Under the Radar. This album was #44 on Rolling Stone's list of the Top 50 Albums of 2007. The US Release features the single mix of "Let's Call It Off" on the main disc in place of the original. The song "Amsterdam" is used in skateboard team Unabomber's "Urbane Mob" video. The song "The Chills" is featured in MLB 2K8. The song "Young Folks" is featured on the FIFA 08 soundtrack, an American Eagle Outfitters commercial and the 2008 film, 21, amongst many others. For the full list, see the article for Young Folks. Also is 'Young Folks' featured on the Xbox 360 game Lips soundtrack in the beginning. The song "Up Against the Wall" is featured in a Levi's Jeans commercial. ...http://booksllc.net/?id=8489560 ... Read more

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Many people have adventures from the past, coming-of-age experiences, narrow escapes, hair-brained adventures with their friends, things that happened when in school or at a specific job, weird family members or friends, strange and unbelievable occurrences, heart rending and passionate love stories. In short, things, which they know, will make a great book or even a best seller! They finally set everything up, so they have the method, the opportunity and the motive and then nothing! They stare at the white sheet of paper or a computer monitor and their heart races, their palms get sweaty and their mouths dry. They feel like a fraud. Things like "Was I just kidding myself? I'm no writer! What was I thinking? " Streak through their heads and then anxiety sets in, and even fear. Then it becomes a delaying action. It isn't very much fun facing that blank screen. It is similar to a firing squad except that the target is much more up-close and personal, it's your self-esteem and pride. ... Read more

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Many people have adventures from the past, coming-of-age experiences, narrow escapes, hair-brained adventures with their friends, things that happened when in school or at a specific job, weird family members or friends, strange and unbelievable occurrences, heart rending and passionate love stories. In short, things, which they know, will make a great book or even a best seller! They finally set everything up, so they have the method, the opportunity and the motive and then nothing! They stare at the white sheet of paper or a computer monitor and their heart races, their palms get sweaty and their mouths dry. They feel like a fraud. Things like "Was I just kidding myself? I'm no writer! What was I thinking?" Streak through their heads and then anxiety sets in, and even fear. Then it becomes a delaying action. It isn't very much fun facing that blank screen. It is similar to a firing squad except that the target is much more up-close and personal, it's your self-esteem and pride. ... Read more

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A story can begin in a million and more ways. I give you threehundredandsixtyfive possibilities. One starter a day, for a full year. Just get started. Read, take up your pen and write your own sequel. Let your critic rest. Allow it all to end up on paper, however strange you may think it sounds. I'd be surprised if you don't end up with at least one idea for a novel once you've challenged all the "beginnings". Perhaps two, or maybe even three. : : : Anna-Carin Collin is a writer's pedagogue, publisher's reader and author's coach in Sweden. When she's not busy reading manuscripts and encouraging others to write she devotes herself to her own writing. Parallel to her work Anna-Carin is training to become a therapist at The Psychosynthesis Academy in Stockholm. She is convinced that writing is an excellent way of getting to know oneself. ... Read more