The following is only a small percentage of the "reader reviews" I have received, and still receive, almost every day. If you have a comment, good or bad, my email address, address and phone number is on the bottom of the home page, and I will be happy to add your opinion to this page.
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Email from someone who was mailed a book from Shirley Teukper, a reader in Albany, Or, - who was mailed her copy by Mark, a reader in Washington State. (word-of-mouth in action)
Just an update - the book I purchased for my friend, Evie; she couldn't put it down once she started -staying up into the wee morning hours to finish it - it so blessed her. I believe she will be getting in touch with you about purchasing some books for others. God truly takes care of his own. I know your story inspired Evie - she has been going through some very tough times.
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Sandy, in Kansas City, Mo. Email via my website:
I LOVED the book My Freedom and Me by Abigayle and will keep it on my coffee table so I can read a chapter whenever I'm feeling blue. It has been a blessing to me and I recommend it to everyone who knows God or wants to. Can’t wait to see what happens next! Sandy Dodd.
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Publisher’s response regarding my first (and ONLY) book-signing, before I legally regained my "rights" to the book and bought all remaining first print copies.
Hi Abigayle,
Thought we should share the fact that we had a tremendous response to your event at Borders from the manager. We have not as yet heard from Barnes and Noble, but, if and when we do we will tie that in with a response to the various issues you raise.
Trust you are well.
Sam Lowry Publisher
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Facebook comment from Maria Brown, Molalla, OR
I am so excited to hear that your next book is about ready to go the publisher. There has been no other book that I have wanted to read more. I absolutely love reading about your adventures along the journey of your walk with The Lord. Thank you, for sharing these adventures with the rest of us. You bring your story to life with such an excitement, that I could hardly put it down, and when the last page ended, I mourned for days after.
The pictures you posted yesterday are beautiful! You have such gorgeous hair, and you certainly don't look your age.
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I just wanted to thank this author for such a brave, and uplifting book that she has written. She has such strong inside faith that always seemed near by her, never to proud to ask for help. And always listening for her answers, knowing she is not alone. This has been a great inspirational book that I purchased, and eager to hear if there will be more in her series. Congratulations Abigayle, on a book well written, exciting, uplifting and I can't wait for the rest of the series! Pam Carroll...La Center, Washington
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John Ivaska, Branson, MO via email:
What a tremendous book. I really enjoy reading "life stories" and this is one of the best. It is so genuine. I especially connected with it because of the intimacy you have with God as your Father. You are definitely not a spiritual orphan, and that is why you are such an effective encourager. I'm looking forward to the "rest of the story." Lord bless!
Email from Charles & Cristyal Kanaga in Texas
Abigayle---The book is AWESOME, as we knew it would be. I finished in a two days!!! I'm ready for the next one(s) as I know there is SO much more! We are praying for you as you do HIS work in these end times. We believe time is short and everyone needs to know what God can do! I will be ordering more books!!!! (Note from ME - they ordered 20 more copies as gifts.)
From: smallangel04@hotmail.com
To: abigayle@poetryontheroad.com
Subject: My Freedom and Me
Date: Thu, 22 Apr 2010 20:25:52 -0700
Dear Abigayle,
I am 17 years old and I was given your book as a gift from my Grandmother. As I read, the stories came to life and touched my heart. I hope you continue to tell your amazing stories with a second book. One of my friends is reading it now and she told me she really likes it and wishes she had more time to read. But with cheerleading practice and school, we are very busy. I just wanted to tell you how much I liked it and now you have my email so you can tell me when the next book comes out.
Jasmine Kaiser from Oregon
Date: Thu, 8 Apr 2010 20:52:02 -0700
COPY OF AN EMAIL RECEIVED FROM AUSTRALIA
Hi Abigayle
A friend sent me a copy of your book and after reading it, I thought maybe you could help us. My Daughter’s name is Abigayle and she enjoys writing songs and poems. She finds school life hard and she has trouble making friends. I’m worried about her and I wondered if you had any advise for her? She really likes her name but people make fun of it. Some kids make fun of the gay in her name. Having a role model like you could do her a lot of good. You are one very special lady and I'm glad I found you. You are also a Christian person with a lot of love for others. We attend church but we have a fight every Sunday to get the kids to go as they find it boring. I wish they would find the love for God you have.
Where do you live? We live in a little place called Harden Murrumburrah in Australia n.s.w.
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Abigayle, I just finished your book, which was given to me by Randy, your RV Repairman. You sure left me hanging!! Now I can't wait to read book 2. We live in the Branson area and would love for you to come visit our church and maybe share your stories and poetry. Please email me back and let me know.
Welcome anytime,
Blessings from Lynn and Wanda_Wilson, Ozark Trout Resort
From on-line review:
My name is Caroline Lohmeyer from Minnesota. and I just had the pleasure of reading My Freedom and Me by Abigayle. It’s an exciting, inspirational adventure told in book form and I’m very anxious to read the next one in the series, but I can’t find it. I’d like to buy the whole series at once because I’m hooked! I’ve already purchased 3 to send to my friends, but will be keeping my own personal copy. The CD that came with it is wonderful and I play it for hours while traveling. I highly recommend this book to everyone!____________________________
A friend of mine bought me the book My Freedom and Me. Once I started reading it, I didn’t want to put it down. The author’s close walk with Jesus comes through the pages of this book and shows God’s power and the author’s faith in god’s power. This book will force you to stop and think about your own walk with God. I know – because that’s what it did for me.
I can’t wait to read more books by this author. The impact of her life’s dedication to God shines in her written words. Excellend… excellent reading. I also loved the CD of her poetry with comes with each book. It was truly inspiring!
Evie Black, Albany, Oregon
Reading it made me look at my life differently. When I feel sad, I read a chapter or two, and it makes me feel better! (Email from Debbie Weidemeier in Branson, MO)
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Abigayle’s book felt like I was riding with her; instead of reading about it. This book is a blessing to everyone who reads it and I can’t wait for book two!. ( Faye, Myers, MO.
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WOW! What an inspirational journey and what a testimony. It’s definitely a “feel good” book for anyone who needs a little joy in their life.! (Sandy in Kansas City, MO)
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I stayed up all night reading it - and I had to work the next day. I loved it! (Email from Rene, Branson, MO)
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Email to website from Richard Lester Ohio
A best seller! A friend of mine ministers at prisons and he asked for 100 copies of chapter 23, (thank you for your permission, Abigayle) which he distributed to prisoners and came back and asked for another 200. They loved it like I do. Can’t wait for the rest of the series so please put me on your list.
From:
Shirley Tuepker (stuepker@midvalleycpa.com)
A woman in Albany, Oregon / on-line review
I received "My Freedom and Me" as a gift from a good friend; I loved the book- it was hard to put it down -
I could identify with a lot of issues Abigayle found herself facing. What an encouragement to each
of us who read to trust in the Lord. I am anxiously awaiting the next book and have already
purchased and given out several more books - and those recipients have in turn purchased copies to give away also.
I think we can ALL find something in Abigayle's story to identify with and be reminded we are never
alone. The CD of her poetry is so easy to listen to - so relaxing and uplifting.
Book review via email from a lady named Eve Sadie in South Africa. Feb. 2010
Abigayle, I SO MUCH enjoyed reading MY FREEDOM AND ME and just couldn't turn the pages quickly enough and was sad when it had to end! But of course I so look forward to book 2!
Although we have never met face to face, I learned so much about you through your writing. It is so obvious that you love the Lord passionately and it is your desire to serve Him faithfully. You are so truthful about your feelings, attitudes, your life and all it encompasses, so "real" allowing yourself to be transparent because you are so secure in Him - which I find this so endearing. There are many who will agree with my sentiments, and women will relate to so much you experienced in the book and how you coped in every situation. Your book is positive and encouraging and I am CONVINCED that the Lord will use it to speak into the hearts and lives of many who need to read that if we have faith and obedience to God's will, then He will never let us down! I could see God's hand on you from the beginning of your "story" to the end of this book, never failing to meet ALL your needs whether physical, emotional or spiritual.
I think you are SO BRAVE and you insist that it was the Holy Spirit within you, yes I agree, BUT WE FIRST have to be willing to take the first step into the Red Sea and THEN the Holy Spirit works in us. You my dear Sister put your feet into the Red Sea more times than I remembered to count! That is such a huge challenge to us, being prepared to take that first step of faith so that God can work in our lives. So many people are not brave enough, but perhaps as your book does the rounds, more 'scaredy cats' will be prepared to take that first step in obedience, as you have shown us how to - by faith and trusting our God who never fails! (thank goodness for exclamation marks as everything about our God is so wow and needs an exclamation mark! Amen!)
Besides all the above, it was a jolly good read!
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Email from website; Tami and troy Peterson, (Oklahoma)
Well, your book is certainly motivating me to spend more time with God, trust & obey Him more, and travel more!!! Thank you! Can’t wait for book two!
Email to website: Mark White; (Washington State) via web-site email
Hi Abigayle....
I finished your book today...very nice cover. What a Lady, WHAT A LOVING GOD TO TAKE CARE OF YOU THE WAY HE DID.......
You have a real relationship with the TRINITY, REAL TRUST. Now I know more about what that feels like and it makes me want it. I can see the TRINITY'S HAND on you...A blind man would have to shut his eyes tighter so as NOT to see. WHEN IS BOOK TWO COMING OUT AND HOW ABOUT THE MOVIE?
Email from Brett Hanson in Minnesota:
You are like the Lady's whose names are written in the Bible...They are there because of their courage and belief that if GOD TELLS THEM TO DO SOMETHING...WELL, THEY DID IT. For sure GOD honored HIS WORD and gave them what they needed, as He has you.
Funny thing...I don't write as well as John Steinbeck – but YOU do
Email from Reginald and Barbara Holden, Kansas
I've started on your book and WOW! I am NOT a reader, but your style and story are phenomenal and I can't wait to get back in it - reading! I just love it! I just finished where I learned about your ex-not-husband, which I can relate because my ex was an addict, to my surprise -- after getting married to him. Anyway, I JUST LOVE YOUR BOOK SO FAR and feel privileged to share your story.
NOTE from author: I sent a copy to an avowed atheist book critic just to see how it would be received. His review is below:
Rick Lawrenzi, Columbia Mo. (Atheist, book critic, ghostwriter, editor)
You did write a very good book. It was honest, insightful and spoke of a rare faith in the unseen higher power that many call God. I have a title for something i may write...DEAR GOD (IF YOU EXIST)...
Amanda Rogers, Harrison, Ark.
Your book is amazing! Praise the Lord!!!! I am so excited! It is so nice to be able to read about someone so openly excited about Jesus! I want book two so let me know!__The best part is that you don't have to be a Christian to enjoy the adventure! Everyone can.
Sharon King, Kansas City, Kansas
We met for a brief-ness in Branson, when you brought light in my life sharing your story, where there was a lot of darkness. I made it through, and am a wiser woman for it. You were an angel that was sent to me in on of my darkest moments and you filled me with light. I will always remember and cherish the beautiful time we shared with you telling stories from your book. They are fond memories, and now your book is bringing me even more. When is book two coming out? Thank you!
Mary Bryan-Heistein, Joplin, Mo. (forwarded to her entire mailing list)
If any of you all need a gift idea I just a few days ago met the author of a fantastic book...The book-My Freedom and Me also contains a free CD of some of her inspirational poetry. I love the CD and I love the book. I ordered it for my daughter and son and 2 of my preachers and my S.S. teacher. You can get it on Amazon. She is one of the most up lifting ladies and is truly inspired by God himself to help spread the GOOD NEWS! It would make a fantastic gift for yourself as well as others. Merry Christmas (NOTE from me...I removed it from Amazon as soon as I was made aware of the quality and legally regained my publication rights.)
EMAIL RECEIVED VIA MY WEB-SITE:
Just wanted to let you know how much my wife and I enjoyed reading your book "My Freedom and Me". We both agreed that the further we got into the bookthe harder it was to put down and the hardships you went through are really quiteunimaginable. The Lord had to have been watching over you. Then not only did we get to read a good book that was true adventure and not fiction we got to listen to the CD of your poetry which was inserted in your book. What talents our Lord has blessed you with. My wife and I are looking forward to reading your continuation of this story which we can tell might never end – and we love it. May God be with you always,
Jerry and Judy Brown Joplin, Mo. USA
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