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The Ghosts of Culpeper Antiques
"My name is Mary Worthington. I was born August 4, 1895, in Wilmington, Delaware. I died on January 15, 1974, in Richmond, Virginia. When I died, my daughter Elizabeth acquired my belongings. Decades later, after sorting through some keepsakes—precious jewelry I had wanted her to have, and childhood photos—she sold the rest of my personal items to a local antique dealer in Culpeper, Virginia. As I tell you this, one of the store patrons has just picked up my brass hand mirror. Each time an inquisitive shopper picks up that mirror, or any of the other items of mine from days past that rest among the booth shelves, I am summoned back. But I am not alone. There are dozens of us now. We move silently, and discreetly, among the many living patrons of the Culpeper Antiques store on Route 29."
The Complete Guide to Writing, Editing, Designing, and Self-Publishing Your Books
Excerpt: "One thing I’ve noticed to help me proof my own books over the years is printing out or viewing the book in a way that is different from what I’ve seen it while writing. That could mean printing it out on paper with different margins, or viewing it on a tablet. All of a sudden mistakes that I didn’t catch while viewing it on a screen pop right out. That’s because your eyes get used to seeing it the same way, errors and all."
People Who Need To Die
5-Star Reviews:
This book is totally awesome! Very well-written...
I have to tell you that this book is totally awesome! Very well written and I can truly say that there are many out there who have, at one time or another, had the same diabolical thoughts about the most irritating and inconsiderate people! I love that it is futuristic and that it could really happen! Pretty scary - makes me want to be a good girl! You have to read these short stories. Pretty soon - we will be watching the movie version I am sure! Tricia 5 stars!- Amazon review
Striking a responsive ringtone: smart satire snaps and crackles
Though obviously united by a theme, every story in the "People Who Need to Die" series is different from the others, yet all are worth reading. You don't even have to hate cell phones -- you may not go anywhere without yours -- to find "Cell Phonies" smart & satisfying. Rook takes us ahead in time while acknowledging we can't go back in time to un-invent this modern menace/godsend/irritant/necessity. We may be able to do something about serial abusers -- if only in our dreams -- and this is one man's diabolical dream of sweet revenge, a ferocious & funny fantasy bound to strike many a responsive chord, and some responsive ringtones, too. Write on, Mr Rook. -Amazon review for short "Cell Phonies."
Recommend especially to the adventurous reader
Another entertaining & edifying entry in Rook's "People Who Need to Die" series, "Bad Drivers" has a structure unique from the others -- more of a traditional narrative, dark and bleakly comic, with the twists and turns and unexpected hazards of a back country road. It would be unfair to the author and his fans to divulge details, but the story is cleverly plotted and has no trouble holding your attention right through to the ending. Rook is really onto something with this group of books, something deliciously sinister, perhaps a tad perverse, and very skillfully executed. Recommended especially to the adventurous reader. -Amazon review for short "Bad Drivers."
Five Stars
Excellent read! Very well written, and humorous. -Amazon review for short "Bad Drivers."
In Search of Good Times
5-Star Reviews:
A great gift for anyone who remembers the way Glen Miller played.
Rook is a master of nostalgia. His style evokes Mitch Albom's "The Five People You Meet in Heaven." The supporting characters are vivid and charmingly memorable. The narrative is fun and adventurous, filled with unlikely coincidences building to a climax that gratifies with no loose ends. He plays masterfully with the breakneck pace and the reader's emotions in this tale of a disenchanted man seeking a less complicated life. Subtle references to classic television shows and toys give vivid immediacy to the memories he invokes. A perfect gift for anyone old enough to remember "All In the Family," and "Good Times." -- Trevor John (Actor/Producer)
In Search of Good Times, and.....I found them.
Although I don't read much fiction, tending to get my stories at the theater or on HBO, I opted to take on this book. Glad I did. A thoroughly enjoyable story about a guy who's down on his luck...heard it before, right? Well, there is quite an interesting backstory that makes this one a bit different. You will follow Joe, the previously named guy down on his luck, on a quirky journey across the country finding a myriad of colorful characters along the way. Victor Rook does a masterful job of painting a picture with his words of every scene in the book. Makes you feel like you are standing next to Joe every step of the way. Won't give away the backstory or the intriguing twist at the end that brings it all together...but, what I will say is that if you are looking for a whimsical ride with many references to your adolesence, teen years and beyond, you will have a fantastic time reading this book. -- Kevin D. McKeever
Could not put this book down!
Once you get into reading this book, you will not want to put it down. It is fast paced and witty with little stories and adventures along the way. I had to put it down once, then just kept on reading. We all have been affected by the economy these past few years, and this book tells a goodhearted story of travels along the way. The ending is also pleasant and emotional. It is an A+ read. If you are 40-70 age bracket, you will really enjoy reading this book. More human and touching also than most books these days. -- Constance
A great gift for anyone who remembers the way Glen Miller played.
Rook is a master of nostalgia. His style evokes Mitch Albom's "The Five People You Meet in Heaven." The supporting characters are vivid and charmingly memorable. The narrative is fun and adventurous, filled with unlikely coincidences building to a climax that gratifies with no loose ends. He plays masterfully with the breakneck pace and the reader's emotions in this tale of a disenchanted man seeking a less complicated life. Subtle references to classic television shows and toys give vivid immediacy to the memories he invokes. A perfect gift for anyone old enough to remember "All In the Family," and "Good Times." -- Trevor John (Actor/Producer)
In Search of Good Times, and.....I found them.
Although I don't read much fiction, tending to get my stories at the theater or on HBO, I opted to take on this book. Glad I did. A thoroughly enjoyable story about a guy who's down on his luck...heard it before, right? Well, there is quite an interesting backstory that makes this one a bit different. You will follow Joe, the previously named guy down on his luck, on a quirky journey across the country finding a myriad of colorful characters along the way. Victor Rook does a masterful job of painting a picture with his words of every scene in the book. Makes you feel like you are standing next to Joe every step of the way. Won't give away the backstory or the intriguing twist at the end that brings it all together...but, what I will say is that if you are looking for a whimsical ride with many references to your adolesence, teen years and beyond, you will have a fantastic time reading this book. -- Kevin D. McKeever
Could not put this book down!
Once you get into reading this book, you will not want to put it down. It is fast paced and witty with little stories and adventures along the way. I had to put it down once, then just kept on reading. We all have been affected by the economy these past few years, and this book tells a goodhearted story of travels along the way. The ending is also pleasant and emotional. It is an A+ read. If you are 40-70 age bracket, you will really enjoy reading this book. More human and touching also than most books these days. -- Constance
Poetry Pizza: A Slice of Life Collection
“Automatic Doors,” “Houseplant Takeover,” “Plastic Bags in Trees,” “Drug Commercials on the Evening News,” “Bumping into Things,” “Red-Hot Rednecks,” “The Comfort of Snow,” “What to Do in Heaven,” “Beer Buzz and Wine High,” “The Woman on the Bottom Floor,” “Why Is Poetry Hard to Understand?” “Leftover Brownies on Valentine's Day,” “The Bald Eagles Nest,” “Everything I Suck At,” “When That Day Comes,” “Sitting in Silence,” “Vendors at Tables,” “The Unwritten Novel,” “From Far Away,” “Halloween for Adults,” “Judging,” “Whom to Thank on Thanksgiving,” “Silly Old Stella,” “Feeling the Christmas Spirit Alone,” “Life Cycle,” “Excuses,” “The Eyeball Stealers,” “Roommate Roulette,” “The Surveyor,” “Prequels, Sequels, and Reboots,” “My Temple Likes Cheese,” “Car Repairs,” “The Mattress Springs,” “Sadie,” “Dollar Tree Delight,” “Writing a Poem,” “Those Things That Disappeared,” “Will You Buy My Book?” “Untimely Insect Deaths,” and “They’ll Think That You're Insane." (92 pp.)
Dollar Store Crafts & Recipes
Learn how to make cool friendship bracelets, shadow boxes, decorative push candles, paper bag flowers and trees, string balls, marker mugs, plastic bottle flowers, pendants, pot hangers, pizzas, dips, shakes, and even a Jurassic herb terrarium. Plus gifts for writers and jewelry crafters and more. (60 pp.)
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