For those of you who don't remember, this novella initially resulted in a rather traumatic experience for both my nephew and me. See the post here.
Well, as some of you predicted, time has seemed to mend some things. Not only did my nephew reread it and enjoy it, but he took it to school for show-and-tell, and now both of his teachers have asked to read it as well.
I've decided to allow the little guy back into the family again.
What bout his mother? :)
ReplyDeleteKids make me laugh--sometimes it seems there's just no accounting for what makes their little minds expand! I'm so glad he's finally latched on. What a wonderful thing to be a part of!
ReplyDeleteI hope I get a copy of that book one day. I LOVED it. :)
ReplyDeletePure awesome ...
ReplyDeleteYat-Yee, His mother may actually get a book of her own! The mother and aunt loved the book so much that I started thinking of a sequel that would be much darker and scarier...more my style! I'm not sure if you ever want a copy of this. I was a bit spooked after what happened. But I'm happy to send it to you now. :P
ReplyDeletejbchicoine, thanks! Yeah, it came as a surprise since I pretty much assumed the book was a disaster. I am glad things have gotten a bit better!
Michelle, I can send you a copy. :)
Oh yes, please, please, please. My daughter loves scary stuff (although Coraline spooked her a bit and we had to read together instead of her reading it by herself.) And it is supremely cool to read a book by someone I know! When the darker mother story is done, I would love to read it as well.
ReplyDeleteGreat news! Congrats, I'm glad your story found its audience this time.
ReplyDeleteThat's fantastic, Domey! Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteI don't remember why, but I was thinking about this just the other day while making red beans and rice or something, and wondering if he'd ever gone back to it and gotten through it.
Great news for you, and very encouraging for the rest of us who have traumatized readers in teh past!
Loren, thanks!
ReplyDeleteYat-Yee, I'll email you.
Rick, I'm glad my audience grew up a little bit and gave the story another chance!
FP, thanks, and it's wonderful to see you around! I'm thinking of you. Hope you are doing well.
Nevets, ha ha! Yes, I'm more prone to traumatize more people now.
I am inspired to write something for my nieces in time for Christmas!
ReplyDeleteMr. Bailey, Depending on their ages, I recommend not having their parents seriously injured, leaving them alone with their dog, no matter how magical their dog is.
ReplyDeleteDr. Malasarn, I have learned from your mistakes.
ReplyDeleteA magical bear, though...
ReplyDeleteI did not actually ask my nephew if a different animal would have made any difference. But...
ReplyDeleteMaybe my next goal should be to traumatize the Nevets.
ReplyDeleteNevets is afraid of pancakes. Weird but true.
ReplyDeleteThe puzzle pieces are falling into place.
ReplyDeleteI think it's a good goal, Domey.
ReplyDeleteBut I thought it was a better goal before Scott started giving you tips.
*cringe*
I mean. Who me afraid of pancakes?
:)
ReplyDeleteI am not surprised. I bet he will cherish that book for the rest of his life.
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