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Comment from royowen
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Well you've sucked me in Gretchen, what a clever thing to say, I write for people who hate to read, and I've read a lot of your stories over the years, I've known you for quite a while now. Beautifully written, blessings Roy

 Comment Written 09-May-2024


reply by the author on 09-May-2024
    It has been a while, hasn't it? Lol. Thank you for this. Gretchen
reply by royowen on 09-May-2024
    Well done
Comment from Wendy G
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Congratulations. That is the most wonderful compliment ever. I loved "Coffee with Iris". Marvellous to think you have changed her whole world. Well done. It must give you that very real inner joy of accomplishment and satisfaction.
Wendy

 Comment Written 09-May-2024


reply by the author on 09-May-2024
    It does feel good. I love when a character becomes a friend to them. Lol. Thank you. Gretchen
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
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This must have been so satisfying for your Gretchen as this lady had no interest in books until she read yours, what a wonderful compliment, thank you for sharing your tale as it will encourage other writers to write for non-readers, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 09-May-2024


reply by the author on 09-May-2024
    I have a confession. I hate to read. I used to love it, but recently, my attention span has dwindled. So, I write the things that just appear to me. Thank you so much. Gretchen
Comment from Carol Hillebrenner
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You are so right. "Coffee with Iris" is a story I also loved, although I love to read. Give yourself a pat on the back for turning a non-reader into a reader. That is not an easy task. It was fun reading about how you hooked her like a great big fish.

 Comment Written 08-May-2024


reply by the author on 09-May-2024
    Thanks, Carole. I'll admit, it was exciting to see her come back, specifically to buy another book. Thank you for the six. Gretchen
Comment from Debi Pick Marquette
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Oh Gretchen, I just had to read this one and how amazing that I would pick this particular story because I too am like that woman. Only I can't do it right now because of my eyes. So I can't read long pieces. But how lucky for me as I loved this non-fiction story of yours. I love that it takes place in the pharmacy. But I was proud of you and for you that you reeled her in so nicely. What a complimentary story and biography. About as good as it gets, my dear friend. You get my last six of the week. Thanks again. Love, Debi

 Comment Written 08-May-2024


reply by the author on 09-May-2024
    Thank you for the last six. Lol. I hate to read as well. I wrote a book for my youngest who hated to read. He read it three times. Thank you so much. Gretchen
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
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I understand the lady in your story. I don't like to read a book unless the story flows well and it's rich in imagery. I'm more of a visual person. I love your stories, Tony's, Helen's, and Barbara's. You all are excellent writers that pull the reader into the plot and make the characters likeable.

I buy audio books too but with the same requirement or they put me to sleep.

So that lady's love for your story is a huge compliment.

Well done

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 Comment Written 08-May-2024


reply by the author on 09-May-2024
    Thank you so much, Gypsy. I hate to read. But enjoy what I read here on site. Probably because I know most of the people on here. Gretchen
Comment from Wayne Fowler
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You made my day (evening, actually). I love this story.
I can't say that I write specifically for those who don't like to read - wish I did. I suppose I write escapism stuff... and for entertainment - mine, if not the reader. Evidently, that isn't enough. (frowny face here)
Congratulations on your book sales!

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 Comment Written 08-May-2024


reply by the author on 09-May-2024
    Thank you, Wayne. You should always write for yourself first. It comes out truer that way. Thank you so much. Gretchen