| ATTN: Book Collectors (Help my dad have a good Christmas) |
[Monday
December 11th, 2006 @ 07:53pm] |
So, my dad has been interviewing authors for about 20 years now I'd say, and over the years he's interviewed some pretty awesome people. Michael Crichton, Bob Denver, Billy Corgan, George Bush Senior, William Shatner, Chuck Norris, just to name a few.
Well, unfortunately my dad has fallen on some hard times, and things just don't seem to be looking up anytime soon. So despite him not wanting to let go of them, he's decided the only thing he can do right now is sell some of his very rare and very sought after signed first editions.
So, this is where I come to you guys and see if anyone here is interested in helping out by buying a book or two, or hell, even donating a few dollars. Without going into too much detail, all I can really say he was let go from his job (along with about 75% of the staff) and still hasn't been able to make December rent, and just had his phone cut off. He's worked in radio all of his life, and really doesn't know anything else. That's what he does, and what he's always done. But finding a job in his field is incredibly hard right now, especially with the holidays and everything.
So, here is a list of some of the books he's letting go of, and if anyone is interested, just e-mail him at eyeonbooks@gmail.com and be sure to put "RE: [insert book name here]" in the subject line. Donations are also very helpful and appreciated. The PayPal address is the same as above.
Without further ado, here's the list:
*All books are signed First Editions and in fine condition unless specified otherwise.*
Kathy Reichs - "Deja Dead"
Very first book by this author. You guys will probably know of her from the show 'Bones', which is based on her books.
---Asking $300, will accept no lower than $150
James Elroy - "L.A. Confidential"
The book that inspired the movie
---Asking $1,000, will accept no lower than $500
Patricia Cornwell - "Postmortum"
FIRST EVER BOOK BY HER. The cover actually says "Patricia Daniels Cornwell" because she was still using her middle name then. VERY sought after and rare. Dated by Cornwell March 9, 1990.
---Asking $3,000, will accept no lower than $1500
Tom Clancy - "The Bear & The Dragon"
Not one of his bigger ones, but still a great sought after book.
---Asking $300, will accept no lower than $150
Orson Scott Card - "Ender's Game"
Rare and very sought after!
---Asking $900, will accept no lower than $500
Clive Barker - "Everville"
This one is actually a Limited Edition Slipcased autographed copy, and is #3 of 526.
---Asking $500, will accept no lower than $250
James Bradley - "Flags of our Fathers"
Book that inspired the movie
---Asking $700, will accept no lower than $450
Anne Rice - Queen of the Damned
ANY Anne Rice fan should own this.
---Asking $800, will accept no lower than $400
He also has a signed first edition of Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton, but he's not willing to part with it for any less than $2,000.
Pictures available to anyone interested, all you have to do is e-mail my dad and ask. All books are in fine condition and all are signed first editions. Great Christmas presents for collectors, and any purchase will help my dad immensly.
Thanks for reading, and happy holidays.
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| I need help - |
[Wednesday
August 16th, 2006 @ 10:16pm] |
I'm trying to figure out what I'm singing in Zeni Me, Mamo. I REALLY want to put it on the album, but I don't want to if I don't know what I'm saying.
So, this is what I know:
Mamo = mother, mom
Rche mamo da me zheni = Mother decided I should marry
The song/chant is Bulgarian, and considered a folk chant.
It was done by the Newark Balkan Chorus for the In The Bedroom Soundtrack.
That's the extent of my knowledge. PLEASE anyone help!!!!!!!!!!!
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| For those of you who like wine: |
[Sunday
May 28th, 2006 @ 04:42pm] |
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Go to Linganore Winery's website and get one of the following wines:
Mountain White
Produced from Native American grapes, this wine has a semi-sweet finish and a very fruity flavor. Serve chilled.
Skipjack
White semi-sweet Riesling, this lucious velvety wine has elegant fruit overtones and a clean crisp finish. Serve with fresh fruit, cheese and dessert. Serve chilled.
Raspberry
Medium bodied. This wine is made from fresh pressed raspberries. A perfect combination with crepes, cheeses and fruit.
Mix the Raspberry and Skipjack for a PHENOMENAL wine. I swear. Take my word.
*EDIT* It doesn't look like you can order online. Damnit. Okay so send me money and I'll ship it to you haha
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| Please read. |
[Wednesday
April 26th, 2006 @ 11:31pm] |
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Dark Blue - No Doubt |
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So, I accompanied Chrissy to Mountain State University this afternoon in West Virginia, and got unexpectedly excited about going back to school myself. While there, I decided to grab some information, and look harder into getting my GED. I'm now armed with the Registration paperwork, a Financial Aid application, a list of Independent Study courses for the fall, and a GED application which will make me eligible to take the test in June.
I'd like to take all of my remedial classes via Independent Studies, while I'm starting to work towards a vehicle. Once I have secured that, I will look into taking on-campus classes.
I spoke to my Manager at work, and asked if I was eligible for applying for supervisor while still in my ninety days. He emphatically said yes, and even told me they would accomodate me when Stef comes out to visit in November for four months.
With this position, I will be making between $10 and $14 an hour to start, and eventually work my way up the ladder to $19 an hour. My health benefits will kick in faster than if I were to stay at part-time as well.
I'm very excited to get all of this started, I will keep all of you updated on my progress from here on out.
Tomorrow I'm going to Circuit City to by an mp3 Player to have on the walk to/from work. Oh and also getting some khakis that actually fit.
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[Sunday
April 23rd, 2006 @ 09:51pm] |
I liked you, but something is wrong. I feel like I have made a mistake. I want sex with other people. It's not you, it is me. I am better than you for the fact that many cavemen have explored, but never found you to be good in bed. Fuck yur infectious kisses and all your multiple orgasms that have never stopped. You always get yours before I get mine. And that thing on your lip is really nasty! So that's why you can't fuck with me bitch! See, it's like whatever you say are fucking lies. You need to pretend that we never fucking met. I got head from your grandma while baking cookies. I asked you if I could take the fucking silverware, but you hid it in your underwear drawer and the forks are hurting my compassion for little midgets. You should stop fucking Wilbur or else I'll take a pencil and shove it in a mailbox along with the naked pictures of you and sheep. And your sister fucking your brother. I still can't imagine why you need to have sex with your brother. Please stop sucking our dog. And give back those expensive fucking dildos that we stuck in your refridgerator. I lied about my past. I'm really not STD-free, so you need to see your doctor. You should check your pants for anything that looks red and pusy. I'm really a dumb dumb head that can't even remember why I sat on your face without telling about my monkeypox, gynosyphaclaperia, and addiction to gay porn. Now that you know about me and your grandma, I must tell you that I'm fucking your friend and your cousin who are guys. Wait a minute, it's that small. I'm not kidding. I'm in love with three hookers and their pimp.
Best. MySpace. bulletin. evar.
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| Stolen stolen stolen |
[Thursday
April 20th, 2006 @ 09:51am] |
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Stairway To Heaven |
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Post anything you want, but post it anonymously. A confession, a secret, a love, a hate, a fear, anything. Be sure to post anonymously and honestly. Post as many times as you'd like.
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| PWEEEEEEEEEEZ? I'LL BE YOUR BEST FRIEND! |
[Monday
March 27th, 2006 @ 04:19pm] |
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Hollaback Girl |
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PLEASE READ THIS, IT WOULD MEAN A LOT TO ME.
I signed up to get a free iPod since I can't afford to get one at the moment, and all I need is 5 people to sign up and complete ONE trial offer. Basically, if 5 people sign up for some trial offer and even cancel that day, it will still count as a referral.
I did this before with FreeDVDs.com and I got a lot of free DVDs, I would not bullshit about this. It's basically incentive to try products, and the companies pay the site to have their product up there, so that's how they afford the iPods.
I'm dead serious, it's easy as pie. I would be FOREVER grateful, and hell, if you guys can benefit from it as well, the more the merrier.
Here's my referral link:
Help me get an iPod!
I swear this is legit, ask anyone I hang out with. I got so many free DVDs from a partner site of this one.
Thanks in advance, but I will understand if you guys are skeptical.
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| Hallo. |
[Monday
January 9th, 2006 @ 04:42pm] |
Fhéin tha sona.
Fhéin tha Gàidhlig.
:)
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| Wow, it's almost December already |
[Wednesday
November 30th, 2005 @ 03:24pm] |
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I wonder if the people of Purchase, NY get offended when they see ads that say "No Purchase Necessary".
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| Stolen leik a purse from a granny in SE DC |
[Sunday
November 27th, 2005 @ 12:59am] |
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You Leave Me Weak - Toby Keith |
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Post the following anonymously, and I'll try to guess who you are:
(You can post anonymously now. I fixeded it. XD)
1. One secret
2. One compliment.
3. One non-compliment, criticism, or insult.
4. One love note, but it does not have to be for me.
5. Lyrics to your favourite song.
6. How old you are.
7. How long we've been friends
8. And a hint to who you are.
9. After you do it for me, put it in your LJ and see who does it for you.
DUDE THIS IS GONNA PWN. DO IT NOW
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| I found this amusing... |
[Saturday
November 26th, 2005 @ 12:07pm] |
A serial rapist/sexual molestor posing as a doctor was convicted of 15 charges of sexual assault, battery, and rape.
His sentence was 69 years.
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| Zeni Me, Mamo |
[Thursday
November 24th, 2005 @ 10:16pm] |
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Zeni Me, Mamo |
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So, I'm too indecisive when it comes to my layout.
Check out my newest one. It kicks a whole lot of assage.
It took for friggin' EVER to get it to look the way I wanted it to... It's like, I had an idea of what I didn't want, and went from there to find what I did want. Does that make any sense?
Probably not. But check it out anyway.
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| Suggestions |
[Thursday
November 10th, 2005 @ 02:41pm] |
I want new songs.
Suggest some bands to me.
You guys pretty much know what I like, do NOT suggest anything that resembles punk. Please.
Thanks
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[Friday
November 4th, 2005 @ 02:00pm] |
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If you read this, if your eyes are passing over this right now, even if we don't speak often, please post a comment with a memory of you and me. It can be anything you want, either good or bad. I promise not to come after you with an instrument of doom, either way. When you're finished, post this little paragraph in your journal and be surprised (or mortified) about what people remember about you.
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| Absotively posolutely fantabulous! |
[Thursday
November 3rd, 2005 @ 06:53pm] |
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Gi-fuck-in-gar-gant-in-or-mous: (jI'-fuk-ing-gar-gant'-ə-nor'-mus)
Function: Adjective
Etymology: A combination of ginormous (gigantic + enormous), gargantuan, and the superlative fucking.
Definition: Exceedingly large; large beyond all human reasoning.
Related Words: Gihugic, Ginormous
Also: gi-fuck-in-gar-gant-in-or-mous-ly (-lē)
Synonyms: None. The word denotes incomparable hugeness.
Example: Holy Mary, Mother of God! That guy is gifuckingargantinormous!
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| Very strange request. |
[Tuesday
October 25th, 2005 @ 07:03pm] |
I need someone to send me two songs.
Two of my songs.
My Comfort & Pivotal.
Anyone have these? I lost them in the hard drive crash.
*makes mental note to backup files...*
nvm. got 'em.
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| Useless quizzes |
[Saturday
October 22nd, 2005 @ 03:39am] |
| Your Hidden Talent | 
You have the power to persuade and influence others.
You're the type of person who can turn a whole room around.
The potential for great leadership is there, as long as you don't abuse it.
Always remember, you have a lot more power over people than you might think! |
| You Failed the US Citizenship Test | 
Oops, you only got 4 out of 10 right! |
(Wow, I thought I'd get at least 5...)
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