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OH! How I've missed this. Thanks so very much Mark. I SO needed a fix. And it was like a fatman in a donut shop. Absolute nirvana!

As always, a brilliant piece of work. I'm loving it. Now what we need is what Mark writes best. A GREAT BATTLE!

A completely enjoyable chapter Mark. I've never made it a secret that I thought Freddie was the right one for George. He owes his life to him more than once. Calvert was just too needy. It'll be interesting to see if George can mend the rift between Freddie and his father. Perhaps George's own father can help in that department. Now if Caroline could find a nice peer Lesbian for Cavendish to marry they could be beards for each other and all would be right with the world. We still have a Prince to prove his place in the storyline. Perhaps on this voyage he will be recognized and be able to save the day. Mark I KNOW how much work you put into this story. I just want you to know just how much it's appreciated. You made my day. Thank you.

THAT was an amazing chapter Cosmie. Loved it. I'll bet when Mom finds out all Hell is gonna break loose. And what about his mom's trying out for the chef's position? I can see this really twisting up. Like "Do me or I'll get your mom fired." And will Chris put the flames out when Tanner's mom explodes? That would be a real twist wouldn't it? Can't wait to see what cums next. Or WHO?

A great story. I just marathoned all 10 chapters. Hopefully life is treating you better and you are back in the mindset to write. Loving it. Thanks for sharing your wonderful gift.

Awesome. Can't wait. Thanks Mark. Hope all is well with you.

A great chapter and yes, I'm chomping at the bit to find out what the parlor holds in store for George. I think this chapter tied up the Guild/John company control issue nicely. Now if he can just get his ship back. Thanks so much Mark. Loved it.

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What a great chapter. Although the King is having a bout of dementia I think it will leave Granger in an even better light with the King. It'll be interesting to see what happens with the dinner with Pitt. Love it. It's an interesting time for Granger. Thanks so much Mark. I can not think of a more appreciated gift this Christmas. May yours be as rewarding. Merry Christmas Mark. You matter to me. John

What a delightful surprise. I loved the intrigue. Being given the opportunity to brief the King himself was a marked sign of favor. And although the King is having a bout with dementia, I think that Granger will have made even more points. I am curious to see what his father has to say and what eventually happens in this situation. Thank you Mark. This chapter meets the same standards of quality that every one previously has brought. Though your heart may feel less tied to it, your abilities show you are still a master wordsmyth to whom I will ALWAYS envy. Thank you and Merry Christmas my friend.

Sacrilege! Heresy! That's all I'm saying.

Need some prompts to practice with Mark? Winston Carmichael Frocmortom was seen guzzling water in preparation for the winter signature snow writing festival.

The operative there is "from" I'm a worthless nut too. Buckeye!

Hi Mark, You've been missed. Sorry life sucks at the moment. Wait and the pendulum will swing back the other way again. It seems like it always does. Just not as far every time. And although I enjoy the sex, you do write it well, I read it for the intrigue and the battles. You write AWESOME battles. You could always have george lose a nut to a sniper and then just turn him political and the mastermind of intrigue. It keeps the creative juices flowing, gives you someplace to escape to. It's just a thought. In ANY case, so glad to hear from you. You are a amazing person. CHeers, we're here for you. And you're one of those authors that could write the yellow pages and you would have a solid readership. r

I found this from March 08, 2016 and I quote: Jeremy sent me a whiny email asking me to post something to the forum, letting you all know what was going on with me, and that sparked a considerable amount of guilt, prompting me to do just that. Or this. I haven't checked the forums for posts, because I figured it would be better to share my point of view in an uninfluenced way. I've had some life challenges, but nothing that is dire. It's more that my real life has absorbed an increasing proportion of my time, which is probably as it should be in a normal state of things. The thing that has baffled me, and what has made me avoid this place for awhile, is that I've faced these challenges before, and my writing has never suffered as a result. Yet now it is. I'm not sure why. I constantly think about the two serials I'm working on (CAP and Bridgemont) and extensively plan out what I want to happen with the characters, at least in my mind. But when it comes to sit down and actually write, I find myself unwilling or unable to actually do it. In the past, I've been stymied by plots where I've written myself into a corner, or characters who didn't turn out like I wanted them to, but that's not the case this time. In this situation, I know what I want to write, I just don't want to \. That bothers me, because it's so different than what I'm used to, and because I know it bothers you. Conventional wisdom suggests to me that the writing bug will bite me again, that it's only a matter of time. I can't imagine abandoning the characters and the world that I've built. At the same time, it's just no fun if I have to force it, and that's going to impact the quality of what I'm putting out. And I'm not willing to do a half-assed job. On a positive note, I have three chapters of Black Widow in various stages of editing, and half a chapter of Valiant written. There has been some activity, just not much. So the bottom line is that, as an update, I need to let you know that for the foreseeable future my productivity will probably be seriously diminished. At the same time, I want to reassure you all that I'm fine, just a bit busy, and that I remain committed to continuing the stories I've been working on for such a long time. And that my head is partially shoved up my ass. That should surprise no one. End Quote So at least we know he is not ill or injured. THAT is what is important. I'm relieved to know this. It does mean that we are probably at an end to his delightful stories. At least if it follows the same path as mine. I've not been able to get back in the groove either and had much the same feelings. Perhaps everything has a season. But Mark, I love and HAVE loved your stories and if we are lucky enough to have you resume, I will be delighted. Stay well and stay smiling. I'm always here for you, I promise. I owe you so much for the joy and escape you brought to me. Thanks. John