Recent Reviews for Adelle Bradford

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Ms. Bradford,

I would just like to tell you how much I enjoy your poem "Nightmare." I read it for forensics piece last year & I was my absolute favorite of the poems I had for my piece. (The imagery is simple thrilling.) Your poem was the reason I was able to recieve a Gold medal. I wanted to thank you for that. Thank you for writing a brilliant poem! Emily Vogels (It's still my favorite poem....I have it memorized too.) 10/26/2009 6:56 PM

Poetry Morning 10/1/2009 Sheila Roy
This is witty and fun. Real life up in lights. Hugs, Sheila

Book A Long Road to Anywhere 6/17/2009 Karen Vanderlaan
Sounds wonderful-congrats to you!

Poetry The World As We Know It 4/5/2009 John Domino
Wise words, well written. 4 W's!

Poetry Morning 3/30/2009 randy smith
Your poem reminds me of my grand father. thanks. hope you do well with your writing! R C Smith

Poetry Choosing a Candidate 10/31/2008 Gene Williamson
You captured it perfectly, Adelle. When truth and humor merge. This posting should be posted on the editorial page of every newspaper in the country...and in the campaign book of every politician

Poetry Choosing a Candidate 10/31/2008Lloyd Lofthouse
A humorous slant on politics. Thanks for making me laugh about such a sad subject. I liked the clichés bouncing from the walls. Elections these days seem to be nothing but repeats of past elections.

Poetry Choosing a Candidate 8/16/2008 Rodney Bohen
lol...well penned.

Poetry I remember - A Child's Poem 7/8/2008 John Domino
Wonderful poem. Nice memories of Dad and the sea.

Poetry Morning 7/4/2008 Ken Chartrand
Hi Adelle, I read your poem,"Morning" I found it a fun read. Reminds me of me in the mornings. Best of luck with your writing. Please feel free to visit my site here in the "Den"

StoryBeing in the Middle - a Children's Story 6/1/2008 Wendy Cooper
I am the middle of 3 girls. I remember feeling a bit out of it--especially as I was born in December near Xmas and my 2 sisters had summer birthdays. I really could relate-and yes-the middle of an Oreo and a Twinkie are indeed the best part!

Poetry If I Turned My Back On You 5/27/2008 Romantic Poetess Victoria L. McColley
Beautiful Morning To You Adelle, This write evokes the purity of a kind heart & soul of lovingness. You have penned a beautful memory of love so very cherished. Have a Lovely Day Poetess.

Poetry Choosing a Candidate 5/23/2008 m j hollingshead
enjoyed the read

Story Being in the Middle - a Children's Story 4/15/2008 Amelie Shields
Cute!

Book The Legends of Nevermore County 1/25/2008 George Liebermann, M.D.
It brings back childhood memories a world apart: I grew up in Romania. But there also was a bridge (only one), made of a split branche, giving it a Y shape. Your story is dreamlike, carries the reader in a wild, mistery world, where one would like to live, carried by fantasies.

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From Publisher's Files: PublishAmerica - Legends of Nevermore County

Country Life at its Best
Cilla
Arkansas (2/2/2006)
Rural life has never been depicted better. People coming together and a Mother Goody to keep things right and proper. I truly enjoyed this book and hope there will be a sequal.

Legends of Nevermore County
Belle
Missouri (2/2/2006)
If I didn't know better I would say I visited Nevermore County in another lifetime! The characters are so real and truly human they stick in your mind, and might live just over there around any backwoods bend in the county road you travel. And having a Mother Goody in my neighbor could solve a lot of problems... Quite Intriguing

Charles
Virginia USA (2/1/2006)
Takes you back to the early days of simple things, some even fatal. Hope for a sequel.

Legends of Nevermore County
Denis
Australia (1/20/2006) Splendid. Amazing. Exceptional! superlatives fail me - this is a series of stories that will mark you forever

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From Publisher's Files: PublishAmerica - All about Eve and Other Things

All About Eve and Other Things
Belle
Missouri (2/2/2006)
Delightful, tongue-in-cheek fun some of the time, serious think pieces at other times, all the essays and poems have a story to tell and invite you to read and re-read. A 'keeper' for sure!

All About Eve and Other Things
Judy
VA, USA (12/30/2005)
At last, a glimpse into the heart and imagination of a real woman...welcome to this delightful and contemplative little corner of the world!

All About Eve and Other Things
Sue
California (12/29/2005)
Sharp and witty essays and glad and sad poems...an eclectic mix and a delightful read!

All About Eve
Charles
Virginia USA (12/29/2005)
This is a surprisingly delightful array of Essays and Poetry. Much recommended!

Being in the Middle - a Children's Story (Short Story) - 4/15/2008 5:33:06 PM
Cute! Amelie Shields

If I Turned My Back On You (Poetry) 4/11/2008 I don't like to turn my back of anyone. You said it all in this great poem. I offended a poet Vickie McColley on author' den and had to apologize. Said she should forget her bad husband. Missunderstood me and now I want to read more of her poetry along with yours to . Like to not hurt anyone. Lois Christensen

A Wonderful Way With Words - A Children's Story (Short Story) - 12/29/2007 3:47:30 PM
A lot of fun!!! Stuart Macfarlane

I rode my Nightmare (Poetry) - 10/9/2007 7:31:28 PM
You captured the essence in only a few short words - well done Monette L Bebow-Reinhard

The World As We Know It (Poetry) - 5/6/2007 6:06:16 AM
lovely and true Karen

I rode my Nightmare (Poetry) - 5/6/2007 6:05:30 AM
very good imagery Karen

In the Principal's Office (Poetry) - 5/6/2007 6:03:42 AM
I stopped by your den and was immediately intriqued by your pegasus picture and your words--this write is awesome-the words chewed into sawdust--great! Karen

I rode my Nightmare (Poetry) - 4/11/2007 8:14:13 PM
I love the image of riding a nightmare. I've been reading online articles about dreams, and some theorize that we are able to control them. I just finished a dream poem and now am starting an acrostic poem, Nightmare, and was googling for ideas. That's how I came to yours. I like your poem the way it is, but I can also see lots of potential. Here's an idea: take your nightmare on a journey--where are you going? You could even do a series. Best Wishes! Patrice

In the Principal's Office (Poetry) - 3/23/2007 2:42:45 PM
Hi friend,Adelle, This poem brought back a similar memory of when I misbehaved and was sent to the Principal's office. I got scolded and had extra homework. Thanks for the nostalgia. Feel free to visit my sites at www.freewebs.com/kendoo or at helium .com and of course, here in the 'den' KEN

In the Principal's Office (Poetry) - 3/2/2007 2:31:05 PM
I can't remember if I was ever 10 Adelle..... :-) BILL

About Tribes (Article) - 3/10/2007 6:57:15 PM
Thanks for sharing this. Chrissy

Morning (Poetry) - 2/19/2007 5:15:06 PM
Cute poem. Holly

Choosing a Candidate (Poetry) - 2/19/2007 5:12:42 PM
Aw, a very wise woman! Holly

Choosing a Candidate (Poetry) - 2/4/2007 12:02:14 PM
ah...so clever thanks, ~Donna

Choosing a Candidate (Poetry) - 2/1/2007 4:09:54 PM
Clever, true and unfortunately humorous. Enjoyed Rusty

Choosing a Candidate (Poetry) - 2/1/2007 4:46:17 PM
What a perfect picture of the proverbial smoke screen used in today's politics. Larry

A Day in the Life . . . Letter to Linda (Article) - 2/1/2007 11:25:12 AM
I laughed out loud! Love your stuff, Adelle. Nadia

In the Principal's Office (Poetry) - 2/1/2007 11:48:08 AM
What a visual interpretation of a child's first visit to the principals office. Great metaphor. Larry

In the Principal's Office (Poetry) - 2/1/2007 10:42:38 AM
An artful story of a ten year old mind. Superb. Rusty

In the Principal's Office (Poetry) - 2/1/2007 10:32:32 AM
Frighteningly evocative. I was there back then, and felt this exact way. (-: I love it! Great write. Light and Wisdom ... Richard Lloyd Cederberg

About Small Things . . . . (Article) - 1/14/2007 1:22:04 PM
This is very good. Thank you for sharing it. Chrissy

About Small Things . . . . (Article) - 1/11/2007 7:04:46 AM
I don't even know what to say, I liked this so much... Nadia

The World As We Know It (Poetry) - 12/3/2006 3:10:34 PM
Beautifull! Chrissy

The World As We Know It (Poetry) - 11/29/2006 3:33:15 PM
Ahhh, Adelle, the last line says it all in this well-thought out poem. Very nice! Love, CJ

I rode my Nightmare (Poetry) - 11/14/2006 5:26:04 PM
captures the intensity quite nicely, Adelle ...

I rode my Nightmare (Poetry) - 11/14/2006 5:08:20 PM
Mastering the dark with words-yeah! ~D.

I rode my Nightmare (Poetry) - 11/11/2006 2:56:41 PM
A nightmare that you portrayed extremely well. Great visuals. Chanti

I rode my Nightmare (Poetry) - 11/11/2006 12:37:29 PM
Wow... Chrissy

I rode my Nightmare (Poetry) - 11/11/2006 10:24:12 AM
Whew--sounds like some nightmare. Enjoyed the write, Wendi

I rode my Nightmare (Poetry) - 11/11/2006 9:49:29 AM
Sounds like some of my nightmares, Adelle. Well described here! Warmest regards, CJ

I rode my Nightmare (Poetry) - 11/11/2006 9:38:14 AM
Been there done that....had a few nightmares myself, some that I had to hold on tight, one or two that became a reality and had to hold on even tighter. Great write! Blessings, Joyce Bowling

Being in the Middle - a Children's Story (Short Story) - 11/10/2006 1:03:59 PM
This is a really cute piece, Adele. I am one the eldest child--so I can only imagine what it must be like to be in middle. Still, you're right about the Oreos... Wendi

Lovers (Poetry) - 10/31/2006 7:10:00 AM
Adele Simply beautiful verse.. Peter

Lovers (Poetry) - 10/31/2006 7:06:13 AM
"Lovers" An enjoyable read with a hint of sensuality! Lovely to share, thanks! From the Heart of an Artist Quiet Storm

I remember - A Child's Poem (Poetry) - 10/16/2006 3:44:42 PM
Very nice and what I think a child's poem should really be... Thank U for sharing!

I remember - A Child's Poem (Poetry) - 10/16/2006 2:52:03 PM
A sweet poem, Adelle. My warmest regards, CJ

I remember - A Child's Poem (Poetry) - 10/16/2006 1:58:54 PM
A lovely piece! Thank you for sharing. Bom Bhole! Roshan

A Wonderful Way With Words - A Children's Story (Short Story) - 9/10/2006 2:27:45 AM
Delightful write, Adelle! God bless, Sandie.

Rumgilly (Short Story) - 9/8/2006 1:32:41 AM
loved this one!!!!

A Wonderful Way With Words - A Children's Story (Short Story) - 9/3/2006 2:32:33 PM
very nice work.....

Rejection Slips (Article) - 9/10/2006 12:03:22 PM
Great Essay! I suppose I should take offense since I'm an editor, but your writing is refreshingly entertaining. if you would like to see this unpublished essay published for real, I am offering you the option of submitting it to me (Nadia Giordana) at the Mississippi Crow Magazine (a quarterly print publication) mississippicrow.msn.com. I promise, it will not be rejected!

Rejection Slips (Article) - 8/14/2006 7:15:12 AM
At least you have a personal note attached. The ones that are most insulting are the ones so Xeroxed they are crooked on a page and barely legible becaused they've been copied so many times. Writing is a crap shoot. Good rant. Elizabeth

An Animal Lover's Declaration of Independence (Article) - 8/9/2006 7:04:18 PM
May there be many more people like you......I am one :-)....although I might not have the spiders in the house;-) Nature is beautiful in all of its forms :-) Enjoy what is natural to you :-)

The Cutting Edge (Poetry) - 9/29/2006 1:41:45 PM
Very well written with a wondeful vivid imagination of the sword.

Two Sparrows (Poetry) - 9/12/2006 6:12:00 AM
this poem grabbed me from the get go! wonderful imagery! Susan

Two Sparrows (Poetry) - 9/12/2006 4:53:39 AM
This is lovely, Adelle. The imagery is so good here. Hugs, CJ

Sharing (Poetry) - 8/30/2006 7:17:36 AM
Adelle Short, stunning and succinct romantic composition And I love that goldfinch graphic Peter

Sharing (Poetry) - 8/30/2006 12:17:00 AM
Adelle, that is the sweetest, most romantic poem I've read today. Short and to the point and says volumes. Brava!!!

If I Turned My Back On You (Poetry) - 8/27/2006 3:03:14 PM
I doesn't read like someone turning their back. Ron

If I Turned My Back On You (Poetry) - 8/27/2006 1:59:50 PM
So deeply, deeply TRUE...I also believe in fate and if it's meant to be it will manefest..Thanks for this beauty!! Love & Light, Dove

If I Turned My Back On You (Poetry) - 8/27/2006 1:42:00 PM
Beautifully penned. It's kind of like two ships that pass in the night, don't you think?

Nightmare (Poetry) - 8/22/2006 12:07:49 PM
This is exactly what work feels like to me!! Eerie and dark, wonderful write!

Nightmare (Poetry) - 8/22/2006 9:08:25 AM
Great job here Adelle~~ Peace & Harmony, Dove

Nightmare (Poetry) - 8/22/2006 8:33:02 AM
Hope the mattress and the toilet seat behave....

The Village Idiot (Poetry) - 8/9/2006 7:05:30 PM
I love your observation ability. Not many would pick up on that :-) Wonderful write.

The Village Idiot (Poetry) - 8/8/2006 6:56:56 AM
Very interesting thought you conjure up here. Who actually is the idiot? If the others hear a beat of nonexistent music what does that say about the power of suggestion on weak minds? Reminds in a much more poetic way of the old Emperor's New Clothes story. I enjoyed your poem.

The Village Idiot (Poetry) - 8/8/2006 5:21:22 AM
LOL, this is marvellous, and just who is really the village idiot huh? Good one! Ch'erie

The Village Idiot (Poetry) - 8/7/2006 9:32:18 PM
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Old Holy One (Poetry) - 8/7/2006 4:55:54 PM
This symbolistical-surreal-impressionist satirical poem makes me realize that the IN-VERB is on its way to etch REASON on huamnkind. "The Holy One" is a poetic-philosophic flower scented with aromas of wisdom and historic vision. Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU

The Village Idiot (Poetry) - 8/7/2006 4:45:05 PM
I have enjoyed the reading of "The Village Idiot". Your writing style is very artful, stimulating and inspiring. Thank You for posting "The Village Idiot". Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU

The Village Idiot (Poetry) - 8/7/2006 1:46:17 PM
LOL he is magic!!! love this..pax A

Old Holy One (Poetry) - 8/7/2006 1:31:07 PM
Cleanliness in next to Godliness! I remember my mother telling me that. This protagonist you have conjurred, this holy one, although seemingly enlightened, has forgotten the more basic of human requirements it would seem. This one made me chuckle ... Richard Lloyd Cederberg

Jenny Wilder, I love fantasy stories, 09/28/2006 Customer Rating for this product is 5 out of 5
Enjoyment in literary Excellence

The Legends of Nevermore County I had read part of this book borrowed from a friend and just had to get my own copy. There are some intriguing stories and much recommended reading, for the young and not-so-young.
Also recommended: All about Eve and Other Things

Charles W. Forrest, A reviewer, 08/22/2006 Customer Rating for this product is 5 out of 5
Excellent evocative writing

All about Eve and Other Things This is a wonderful mixture of Poetry and Essays. The writing is vivid and and at times very funny. Also recommended: Anthology of Prose by Gary Kessler

Jenny Wilder (jennywilder@aol.com), A reviewer, 09/28/2006 Customer Rating for this product is 5 out of 5
Delightful

All about Eve and Other Things Love these essays giving insights into human nature with humor. The poetry is delightful.
Also recommended: Legends of Nevermore County

Alexander Weaver, A reviewer, 09/16/2006 Customer Rating for this product is 5 out of 5
Is real? The Legends of Nevermore County is a collection of fantastic and wonderful stories that are just real enough to make us wonder. Could there be a forgotten corner of some remote County in America where cows are a little bit smarter and there is a touch of the supernatural, just enough to make life better. The Europeans have written of fairies and dragons for centuries, could settlers to America have found the same "otherworldly" entities here? Ms Bradford makes Nevermore County just that believable, or is real?

Rachel E. Harrison (rachelharrison2@aol.com), I am someone who reads a lot!, 09/16/2006 Customer Rating for this product is 5 out of 5 Imagination At Work, Home-spun The Legends of Nevermore County - - - After reading these fantasy stories, I started again. These intricate fables remind me of a time gone by, makes one a little bit sad bur still thought-provoking. I hope there are more of these stories coming. This is great!

Alexander Weaver, A reviewer, 09/16/2006 Customer Rating for this product is 5 out of 5
Everything we think, but are afraid to talk about. All about Eve and Other Things is an inspired collection of all the thoughts we all have, but are afraid to talk about in public. These stories and poems are humorous and entertaining on one level and thought provoking on another. I enjoyed every moment spent with this book. All About Eve and Other Things is one of my books that do not gather dust on the shelf. It is the little green book that wants to continually share its ideas.

Rachel E. Harrison (rachelharrison2@aol.com), I am someone who has a huge library, 09/16/2006 Customer Rating for this product is 5 out of 5 Humor, Insights, and a lot of Heart

All about Eve and Other Things - - - This is a totally great mix of essays and poetry. I have not seen this together before like this and it works for me! Love, life, experiences are deeply explored and presented. Just like Ms. Bradford's other book, this is worth reading and reading again! Thanks. Reviewer: Charles Forrest - See all my reviews Seriously funny and thoughful, January 12, 2006

All about Eve and Other Things - - - It was great fun reading this book. I have seldom seen essays and poetry mixed so appropriately and the subjects covered are unique and present a wonderful variety. Especially the essays on "All about Eve" and "Penis Envy" deserve a re-read. And if the concluding article on "Once I met a King - A True Vignette" doesn't touch you, you need help! This book will make a great present to many of my friends. Wonderful, January 12, 2006 Reviewer: P. Worthen - See all my reviews.

All About Eve and Other Things is for sure a delightful and thought inspiring. Ms. Bradford surely makes a person laugh and stop and think about the world around them. I am still laughing about the Dragon Known as Dark. I will recommend this book to all my friends. Life through a new pair of glasses, January 10, 2006 Reviewer: William Madden - See all my reviews

Adelle Bradford is a true word artist, with the ability to paint vivid, clear, and distinct pictures on the canvas of our minds. In "All About Eve and Other Things" Adelle uses these illustrations to stretch our minds and make us think about things as we peer through lenses, ground with clever wit and hard facts, that correct for the stigmatism of life's influences. The moment I set this book down, I took a deep cleansing breath; rose; took a step; performed a classic double take and swiftly moved to pick it up again. Ms. Bradford's writing is truly a waft of fresh new air, in a world desperate for new perspectives.Truly funny and thoughtful., January 9, 2006 Reviewer: Rolf C. Kuner (USA) - See all my reviews

All about Eve and Other Things - - - This author has put together many points of view with heartfelt humor and insight. The poetry is a rich kaleidoscope of experiences, happy and sad. The article named "All about Eve" (...) is great and there are some very fine onservations being made. A story from Germany "Once I met a King - A True Vignette", is a real experience, even from here. Delightful and Intriguing, February 7, 2006 Reviewer: Rolf C. Kuner (USA) - See all my reviews

The Legends of Nevermore County - - - A bit of magic in a real world - well, almost - which reminds one of the "olden" days. Could have been - and could be. Do you remember? I found the "Nevermore County Gazette" using Google; the people of Nevermore County certainly have their own opinions of this author, and not very complimentary at that! The secrets are out but not yet well-known. That certainly calls for a cautionary note to Ms. Bradford if she, indeed, intents to re-visit there for sequel-material. Beware! A wonderous world just crazy enough to be real., February 4, 2006 Reviewer: John Murphy, London, England - See all my reviews

The Legends of Nevermore County - - - This is a fantastic collection of stories that shed light on some of the everyday and not-so-everyday ocurrances you'll find if you just look that little bit closer into the small communities off the beaten track. The tales are carefully and beautifully told and just enticing enough to make you believe in magic. Can heartily recommend for curious young minds looking for adventures - and old minds that have refused to grow up! Let your imagination take you there - a homecoming with a twist, January 31, 2006 Reviewer: Charles Forrest - See all my reviews

The Legends of Nevermore County - - -Enticing short stories in the Fantasy realm. Sounds like a place I know and would like to return to. Ms. Bradford does a fine job creating her characters. They take on a life of their own as is demonstrated on the website of The Nevermore County Gazette. "Summer's Island" sounds like a movie in the making. Are there sequels in the works, I hope? A very real trip into make-believe., January 13, 2006 Reviewer: William Madden - See all my reviews

This part of Nevermore County, connected solely to the rest of the world by two small bridges across the Noname River, is a magical place, almost like the "Waltons" placed in the "Twilight Zone". But Ms. Bradford makes us believe, as she reports on the secret lives and experiences of the families who have lived there for generations. She has managed to bring me back to the child watching TV on a Sunday night. Mary Martin as Peter Pan was pleading with me to believe in fairies to save poor Tinkerbelle's life from Hook's poison. Right then, as I clapped my hands until they hurt, I believed, as I have never believed before. Adelle, I believe in Nevermore County and want to read more.

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