Outstanding Reviews for Jesus Lives in Trenton and Author Christopher Klim
Award-winning author Christopher Klim continues to assemble outstanding reviews for his breakout novel/satire, Jesus Lives in Trenton.
Great reviews for award-winning author Christopher Klim and his novel Jesus Lives in Trenton continue to build, even as he embarks on Write to Publish Tour 2003. (Write to Publish is also garnering great early results. Visit www.Write-to-Publish.com)
I've been in this business for a while," says Publicist Karin Seidel. "And I haven't seen such consistent terrific results. It's the book really. It's small press, but it has legs of its own."
Jesus Lives in Trenton has reached multiple printings since its recent release. Here is a sample of the outstanding comments on Christopher Klim and Jesus Lives in Trenton:
"Understated humor and lack of pretension lend this wry urban fable undeniable charm. ... Klim's lighthearted entertainment possesses genuine heart."
-Will Hickman, Booklist
"Christopher Klim is that rare talent who brings characters and stories that resonate with the working class and excite the sensibilities of literary connoisseurs. Maybe hes the New Jersey reincarnation of John Steinbeck. More likely hes destined to become someone quite unique in the pantheon of American novelists."
-Robert Gover, author of One Hundred Dollar Misunderstanding
"Klim has a colorful past, and it comes to life in the pages of Jesus Lives in Trenton, which has an ear for realistic dialogue and an eye for city grit that would make Dashiell Hammett Proud ..."
-Katie Haegele, Philadelphia Weekly
"It all comes together in a compelling and funny new novel called JESUS LIVES IN TRENTON."
-Mark Drucker, KYW News Radio Philadelphia
"The book is indeed a riotously funny, quick read. However, it also works on a deeper level, serving as an allegory about man's thirst for grace in a chaotic world."
-Matt Smith, Time Off
"[Klim] has managed to stake his claim amid a welter of clever plot twists, machine-gun dialog, and generally amusing scenarios. ... this book was such a damn good read, I'm going to pretend to my editor that it got lost in the mail, and keep this review copy for myself. It'll look good on my shelves. ... -- nestled snugly in between Seth Morgan's Homeboy and Robert Stone's Dog Soldiers."
-Jason Price Everett, The Circle Magazine
"Laced with the first hints of satiric leanings from its opening volley, Jesus Lives in Trenton is clear about its intentions from the start: its first and foremost goal is to entertain ... Jesus Lives in Trenton is laden with laughs, insight and an overflowing abundance of literary skill. Amen."
-Geoff Rotunno, The Boox Review
"With the edgy wit of Carl Hiaasen, and the detailed, clear description of Raymond Chandler, Christopher Klim takes us on an accurate, fun, and sometimes scary look inside the newsroom of a small city daily newspaper. Mr. Klim makes us a part of the daily struggle of journalists who must compete in an overcrowded market as their newspapers attempt to redefine their identity on the whims of their readers and publishers. Christopher Klims Boot Means search for the truth redeems an otherwise dark, brooding, and desperate character. One cannot help but admire him and want him to succeed."
-Bradley Grois, photojournalist Trenton Times
"The interesting characters, hilarious plot, and believable but humorous dialogue keep the readers turning the pages. ... JESUS LIVES IN TRENTON is delightful."
-Maryanne Raphael, Writers World
"Boot Means is no ordinary man. ... Klim drew upon his personal experiences to bring Boot Means to life."
-Tammy Paolino, The Home News Tribune
On the Write to Publish Tour 2003, Klim will give seminars and lectures, including innovative ways to reach editors, agents, and ultimately readers. "His new offering, WRITE TO PUBLISH, is a simliar story with the press," says Publicist Karin Seidel.
I swear if I had read this book twenty years ago I would be on a book tour right now ... Write to Publish is a cornucopia of tips, tricks of the trade, and insights gathered by the author over his past twenty years as a writer and educator. ... a must read for every yet to be published writer."
-Maggie Harding, Book Crazy Radio
Klim covers the process of writing publishable novels, memoirs and short stories from concept to marketing. A must read for all who labor with an eye toward publication. Klim's insights into the craft -- plot, characterizations, pacing, viewpoint -- are laced with wit and wisdom. A must-have book for all who aspire to write skillfully and sell what they write."
-Robert Gover, author of One Hundred Dollar Misunderstanding
Anyone who wants to write and/or publish will profit from this book. Author Klim gives us the essentials needed for a marketable novel, sharing his success methods, his own personal secrets. ... His passion is contagious ... This is one of the best handbooks Ive come across, fun to read and full of useful information."
-Maryanne Raphael, Writers World
Write to Publish covers all the typical areas you would expect ... [But] two sections separate this book from other basic writing books. ... a chapter on professional revisions that actually goes through the items that should be examined in the review process ... [And] information on how to get your book published -- tips for writing query letters, dealing with agents, submission etiquette, and even dealing with rejection."
-The Midwest Book Review
Practical, good-humored advice. What Klim includes is unusual and very helpful: examples of his own query letters and a novel synopsis, examples of what a short story first page should look like, as well as a novel submission. ... something Ive never seen in how to" books; he dissects his own short story by showing us the parts, including a character sketch and an extremely helpful scene and sequel analysis," which leads the reader through the building blocks of creating this story."
-Deborah Kaple, author of Dream of a Red Factory
I was impressed at how he was able to provide the reader with the essential elements needed to breathe life into a manuscript. ... this author is sharing his success strategies by having tried each method personally. ... I am confident that by following his very detailed advice from point A to Z, there is no way that you could prevent your work from finding its way into the printed world society."
-Suzie Housley, MySelf.com
JESUS LIVES IN TRENTON and WRITE TO PUBLISH are available through www.Write-to-Publish.com, Amazon.com, BarnesandNoble.com, and other major book outlets. A national campaign is scheduled for summer 2003, including select bookstore and library dates. Book, tour, and author information at www.Write-to-Publish.com or www.ChristopherKlim.com.
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