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Thanks so much man. That’s one of the highest compliments you could pay me. I agree. I think that, although it’s clearly fiction, it isn’t outside the realm of possibility. I want there to be a good amount of realism to it. Like you I’m sure this sort of thing has happened to someone somewhere at some point. I’m writing their story lol.
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Hehe, The amount of emails I've gotten from people who have similar feelings as Ian has astounded me. I mean, it's just really amazing that so many people have gone through all those same insecurities and somewhat "forbidden" feelings. I think that adds an interesting dimension to his character. I had no idea so many people would relate to it! Thanks man.
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Haha, I guess only time will tell! Thanks for commenting Arran. I appreciate it so much.
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Haha! Sorry to put you through that. But I felt it was kind of an important and interesting way for that whole somewhat taboo topic to be revealed. But no this book will not be filled with foot scenes lol. You should be safe for a while haha. Thanks for the comment!
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Such a great comment man. I've been out of town the last week so I'm just now able to read these. Thank you so much. I love the broken necklace analogy. This was a scary chapter to write for me, mainly because it sets the stage for the upcoming conflict. I'm so glad you liked it man. ❤️
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Thanks man. That means so much to me.
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Thanks so much man!
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Ollie won $2,300 bucks! He came in second place behind GM Igor Morozevich! I finished out the tournament with 2.5 out of 5. Ollie tells me that that’s a great result. In a couple days I’ll be able to check my rating online at the USCF website! I’m official! Ian Ferri, tournament chess player extraordinaire… Shit… Maybe I should get some business cards printed. It was Monday evening and I was sitting in my room doing some makeup work for the fourth period class I missed last Friday. I
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Thanks man! I wonder how Ollie will react when he finds out about Ian’s foot thing? I guess we’ll have to find out lol. Thanks again buddy and I’m glad you are enjoying the story.
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Thanks so much man! I appreciate the encouragement! I happen to love this chapter also for the same reasons as you. I hope you continue enjoying the story!
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Thanks man! Teenagers aren't the most predictable individuals! We'll see how this change in their relationship develops over time...
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Thanks Bryan! I agree completely... Teenage love impacts a person more than almost anything they'll ever experience again. I'm so glad that I'm capturing that. Writing this story has been such a fulfilling experience... Much more so than I would have thought. I'm as attached to these characters as anyone lol! Thanks again, dude. People like you are my rock. Whenever I get down I come back to the comments here and the many emails I've received from people reading it on other sites, and it just means so much to me. Can't wait to write the next one!
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Thanks so much Chris! I really appreciate it!
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“Ian… It’s time to get up.” I heard in my ear. “Just… five more minutes.” I said, still in a blur. “You said that five minutes ago! Now get up!” I heard Ollie say, in a loud whisper. I opened my eyes, adjusting to the morning sun, which was piercing through the closed blinds. “I made you this.” Ollie said, as he pushed a steaming mug towards me. Coffee? My man made me coffee! “Dude… I love you.” I said, and then my brain activated, “I mean, thanks.” After a few huge g
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What a great comment! Thanks man. I'm glad you enjoyed it! And yes, one way of looking at a "bad bishop" is to say it's useless. But there's another way to look at it: A bad bishop is trapped. It's trapped in by the very pieces that are supposed to support it! It wants to fulfill it's purpose, but it's being blocked. I think from that point of view we can see how Ollie might feel that way (Think of Oscar and his dad holding him back from things he might otherwise be more open to). Nice to see a reader that knows the game! Thanks again buddy.
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Thanks man. That's exactly what I hoped would be conveyed in this story. A gritty and hopefully realistic depiction of those years, and also teenage relationships. Thank you so much for the kind words. You encourage me dude.
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Thanks so much bro! Glad you liked it!
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Thanks so much man. I hoped it wouldn't disappoint! You encourage me dude.
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“Dallas? Why on earth are you going to Dallas? And why am I just now hearing about this, young man?” A mother’s love. “I’m going to a chess tournament.” I responded, avoiding eye-contact, “Oh, and I’m gonna have to miss fourth period on Friday. It starts really early.” “Absolutely not! Nicco! Tell your son he will NOT be missing school just to attend some gaming convention!” We were all in the kitchen, my dad and I at the bar, he with his morning paper, and mom boiling some water
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Been interviewing for jobs out of state. Been a super hectic couple of weeks. Hopefully I can get back into the groove in a week or so. Unfortunately life happens sometimes
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What a great comment! That's so encouraging man. Wow! I'm so glad to hear others have heard of and read that book. It influenced me greatly. Thanks so much for the kind words. It encourages me so much. I appreciate you, man.
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Some nice food for thought there! Time will tell my friend. Glad you liked it!
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Glad you liked that part 😂 I appreciate you man. Thanks for commenting. Hope you like the next chapter!
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“Nice room.” Ollie said, as he walked through the doorway. “My bed’s really nice too.” I said with a smile, wiggling my eyebrows. I knew making that joke was risky, but I tend to make inappropriate jokes in awkward situations. This was no different. “Oh is it?” He said with a smile, walking towards the bed. He then sat down on it and laid back with his feet dangling off the side. Then, with a wry smile, he continued, “Eh, I’ve had better.” My jaw dropped, feigning offense. “W
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Thanks man! And yeah, Oscar's definitely acting weird. Guess we'll have to get to the bottom of that...
