Comment from Bill Schott

Excellent

This poem, Master Class, reminds us of the immortality we can achieve with our published work. We can visit Bob's alter ego or his childhood whenever we need that inspiration. Nice job, ,Judi

 Comment Written 01-Aug-2021

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reply by the author on 01-Aug-2021

Thanks so much for your review and comments. You first have to get it published, which I've yet to do. To his credit, Bob had several published books. judi

Comment from Pearl Edwards

Excellent

This is a lovely tribute to Bob and all the wonderful stories he shared with us. I think for all of us, Falling up the stairs, his story was one we won't forget, and I will miss Cleve and Mo. Nice one,
cheers
valda

 Comment Written 31-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 31-Jul-2021

Thanks so much for your review and comments. I have his book, "Falling Up the Stairs," and it was so powerfully written. judi

Comment from AJ McCall

Exceptional

This is such a sweet and heartfelt tribute to Mastery. I had only known him for a couple of months, and I wish I knew him better. His reviews were always great to receive, and he always encouraged me to do what I didn't think I could do. You are right, Great Writers never die.

 Comment Written 31-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 31-Jul-2021

Thanks so much for your review and comments, and special thanks for the super six stars. His reviews were always so encouraging, and I followed his Cleve series. I'm a mystery fan, and his never disappointed. judi

reply by AJ McCall on 31-Jul-2021

You're very welcome... I must make an effort to get that novel, Falling Up The Stairs. I'm sure it won't...:)

reply by the author on 01-Aug-2021

It is a wonderful story, so I hope you get to it. judi

reply by AJ McCall on 01-Aug-2021

:)

Comment from Teri7

Excellent

Judi, This is a very nice and well written poem you have penned about Mastery and his work. You used very good descriptive words and very nice imagery. Thank you for sharing. love and blessings, Teri

 Comment Written 31-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 31-Jul-2021

Hi, Teri, and thank you so much for your review and comments. He was in a class by himself. Have a wonderful Sunday. judi

reply by Teri7 on 31-Jul-2021

I hope you have a great one too!

Comment from Beejay

Excellent

Once again a beautiful tribute to such a unique, fantastic, original word smith...
As I wrote in a previous review I was influenced and in awe of his words of wisdom....

 Comment Written 31-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 31-Jul-2021

Thanks for your review and comments. I was certainly influenced by Mastery. Although he ranked high among the novelists. he was very friendly and encouraging in his reviews. We will miss him very much. judiTh

Comment from Father Flaps

Excellent

Hi Judi,
Thanks for writing this. I have been thinking of writing a tribute, too. Your poem is perfect. I reviewed most chapters of "Falling Up The Stairs", and all his books. I often thought about Cleve, the PI whose current case is ...suddenly in limbo. No wedding bells for Mo. Characters like Deckle, so real, so needy, won't have Bob to continue in those "Outer Limits".
I was so sad when Brooke passed away. She was such a talented poet. Dean Kuch was another poet I miss. Now Bob joins them.
My favorite lines,
"Our favorite writers never die.
They live inside their books."
Nicely penned, Judi!
Hugs,
Kimbob

 Comment Written 31-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 31-Jul-2021

Thanks so much for your review and comments. We can also add Phyllis Stewart to the list. She was another great one. I am glad we have a way of commemorating their lives. judi

Comment from aryr

Excellent

What a wonderful tribute to Mastery/Bob. He was great, wasn't he and he took time for others. His mannerisms showed in his writing. He did indeed create a fantastic character in Cleve. I actually followed 'Falling Up the Stairs' and got a signed copy from him. I like you treasure this book. Well done. Very much enjoyed.

 Comment Written 29-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 29-Jul-2021

Thanks so much for your review and comments. He was a great writer, and he was always so encouraging to me. judi

reply by aryr on 30-Jul-2021

You are so welcome, this was great.

Comment from Mrs. KT

Exceptional

Kudos, Judi!
Bob is smiling!
I appreciate how you share with readers not only his creative novels, but elements of his life, his loss, and his caring for others.
A beautiful tribute rendered by another master.

Thank you for sharing!
diane

 Comment Written 29-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 29-Jul-2021

Thanks so much for your review and the lovely six stars. Special thanks for those lovely words. Bob was always so thoughtful and encouraging in his reviews. judi

Comment from lancellot

Excellent

Very true. If you want to lean the art of writing novels or complex stories or just how to construct a story, look to Bob's works. Everything you need to learn and better your writing are right there. I remember he would always tell me. (always because I was stubborn). "Subject first, then dialogue." Why? Because in real life, you see the person speaking to you, before you hear and take in their words.

 Comment Written 29-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 29-Jul-2021

Thanks so much for your review and comments. I always liked the way Bob could bring in atmosphere in his stories, and he even brought life to the incidental characters. like a waitress in a restaurant. judi

Comment from nancy_e_davis

Excellent

This is wonderful and so true, Judi. Our friends are alive in their books and I guess that is why we write. I hope I live long enough to publish. I will be on the eternal flame site. Good Job. Nancy

 Comment Written 29-Jul-2021

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reply by the author on 29-Jul-2021

Thanks so much for your review and comments. May you live long and publish! judi