Paperback Writer

By Stephen Bly

Book Overview

Paul James Watson is the writer of mediocre paperback novels. His humdrum life is flat, routine, and generally unimpressive, and his Christian life follows suit. Watson becomes absorbed in the novels... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0805426183
• ISBN13: 9780805426182
• Release Date: January 2003
• Publisher: B & H Pub Group
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 1.3" x 6.0"

Customer Reviews

from another paperback writer

I enjoyed Paperback Writer. Bly messed with my head making it clear that not only did his protagonist not know what was real and what was imagined, but neither did I. My wife and I took turns reading on a trip and often stopped and looked at one another when it took another 180 degree turn, catching us off guard and keeping us off balance. He took a chance with this book and in my opinion it works if the reader is willing to go with it. I also very much identified with the conclusions the writer reached about his writing and found them very applicable to my own writing. Terry W. Burns Mysterious Ways Series from River Oak www.terryburns.net

interesting

I have read a lot of Stephen Bly's books and this one is by far the best one. The man in the story is coming to terms with himself. He is tired, stressed and is wondering if he should keep on writing. In the end he discovers that doing what Jesus wants him to do is always the way to peace. A fantastic book. Really makes you think and ponder. And don't forget the topic of the book-God.

not half bad

Stephen Bly's Paperback Writer pushes the envelope of the bizzare. Better yet it rips it open, spilling the contents of controlled chaos into the readers lap. This book is The Odyssey meets Neil Simon's Jakes Women. A moderately famous writer making his way home after completing his latest work, taking along a host of imaginary (or real?) friends. The humor in Paperback Writer is dangerously funny. Set in such a contextually strange manner, that some passages have to be re-read, but this only adds to the fun. A truly unique reading experience.

Finally, a Christian writer with flair

Stephen Bly's Paperback Writer pushes the envelope of the bizzare. Better yet it rips it open, spilling the contents of controlled chaos into the readers lap. This book is The Odyssey meets Neil Simon's Jakes Women. A moderately famous writer making his way home after completing his latest work, taking along a host of imaginary (or real?) friends. The humor in Paperback Writer is dangerously funny. Set in such a contextually strange manner, that some passages have to be re-read, but this only adds to the fun. A truly unique reading experience.Arnn, October 2003

The Master Word Weaver Strikes Again!

As the author of The Distracted Detective series, Paul James Watson knows his work won't ever hit the bestseller list, but he doggedly pushes himself to complete five books each year. Over the years his life has become so routine, that everything, including his Christian walk, has become blasé and on cruise-control.However, this time he has buried himself in the fictional world of his hero, Tobias McKenna once too often. After finishing his latest book, the line between reality and imagination have blurred. Emotionally spent, Paul climbs behind the steering wheel of his truck for the long drive home. He's not alone, though, Toby's come along for the ride. Or has he? When Paul stops to help a woman and child in distress, he becomes entangled in espionage, staying just steps ahead of a serial bomber. Or does he? Just when you think you've figured things out, Bly flips the plot on its ear and leaves you scratching your head. Paperback Writer takes readers into the intricate roller coaster workings of a writer's mind and leaves them dazed and wanting more. Stephen Bly proves himself again as a master word-weaver. Hats off to you, Cowboy!