Acorn Gathering: Writers Uniting against Cancer by Writers Uniting Against Cancer, American Cancer Society
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- Pub. Date: May 2002
- Publisher: iUniverse, Incorporated
- Format: Paperback, 154pp
- ISBN-13: 9780595227884
- ISBN: 0595227880
- Edition Number: 1
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This book features original fiction from six writers, with all author and editor royalties donated to cancer research.
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Acorn Gathering: Writers Uniting against Cancerby Anonymous
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February 01, 2004: I picked up my copy of THE ACORN GATHERING at the same time I bought THE ACORN STORIES. I bought the latter, because someone whose literary judgment I respect told me that author Duane Simolke had written some genuinely good stories, all about the small town of Acorn, west Texas (which did, indeed, turn out to be the case). My reasons behind purchasing THE ACORN GATHERING were two-fold. One, the book, although written by six authors (Simolke included), was being promoted as a follow-up anthology to THE ACORN STORIES. Two, and more importantly (to me anyway), the authors of THE ACORN GATHERING were donating all of their royalties from the book to the American Cancer Society. What better way to do my little part toward fighting cancer than by buying the book?! With the added advantage of getting more Simolke stories in the bargain. Not that I ended up in any hurry to read Simolke's contributions, or those of his altruistic fellow collaborators. I just couldn't get in the mood to subject myself to what I figured were probably depressing short stories with cancer themes. Big mistake on my part, and big mistake on anyone else's part. Because if THE ACORN GATHERING does include tales of people with cancer, it also contains ... Simolke's very funny 'Fat Diary' about an overweight librarian out to lose weight and find some lovin' ... Bill Wetzel's 'Nachos Are Green And Ducks Appear To Be Blue At Town Pump In Cut Back Montana' that is just as wonderfully entertaining as it sounds ... Jan Chandler's 'The Gun' that will have one and all pondering the pros and cons of gun control. All of those, and all of the rest, marvelous reading packaged to provide short story aficionados, like myself, not only with superb reading material but also with an excellent way to contribute to a genuinely great cause.
Acorn Gathering: Writers Uniting against Cancerby Anonymous
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December 30, 2002: The Acorn Gathering; Writers Uniting Against Cancer Duane Simolke Review by Len A true "Story Cycle", this anthology comes together in a unique and most interesting manner. The cohesive nature of "The Acorn Gathering" is amazing considering the different authors and that they had not necessarily read "The Acorn Stories" first. Editor and co-author Duane Simolke is justifiable pleased with the diverse yet universal feel and messages shared throughout the book. Although all proceeds do benefit cancer research, the book itself is not limited in subject. Stories of conflict, life, bravery, and community awareness all come together in an every day manner. You feel as though you now these characters. That you have been to places like these and the stories and tales are familiar, haunting and sometimes even painful. Do not mistake this as a piece about brave cancer patients and their experiences. Although a worthy subject, the authors have offered a more common tapestry. One of experiences with which most will strongly associate and or identify. Messages about things we meet in every day life. And as well the people, some good some not so good. The writing styles are complimentary to each other and as well the work overall. There is flow and continuity as well as strong growing interest. The themes and sometimes even characters relate and overlap. The tales and landscapes are believable and moving. An easy read, which draws its conclusion all too quickly, "The Acorn Gathering" has strong effect and bright colorful style. A unique piece of art, dedicated to a great cause, and brought together by pure talent.
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