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Life-time writer, in love with words. Poetry published in a university magazine, a couple of children's stories published in children's magazines, plus articles for Humane Society Magazines, in-house articles for business management training, and factual information pamphlets for veterinarians. Some of my animal behavior writing on ducks and waterfowl has been used in lower school grades, and two humor pieces were published in a county magazine. Two books currently released: "The Legends of Nevermore County" (eight short stories) and "All About Eve and Other Things" (essays and poetry). Now available worldwide!
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Recent Reviews for Adelle Bradford From Publisher's Files: PublishAmerica - Legends of Nevermore County Country Life at its Best
Legends of Nevermore County  Belle Missouri (2/2/2006)
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| Quite Intriguing Charles Virginia USA (2/1/2006)
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| Legends of Nevermore County Denis Australia (1/20/2006)
From Publisher's Files: PublishAmerica - All about Eve and Other Things All About Eve and Other Things
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All About Eve and Other Things Judy VA, USA (12/30/2005)
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All About Eve and Other Things Sue California (12/29/2005)
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All About Eve Charles Virginia USA (12/29/2005)
_______________________________________________________________________________________________ Being in the Middle - a Children's Story (Short Story) - 4/15/2008 5:33:06 PM If I Turned My Back On You (Poetry) 4/11/2008 I don't like to turn my bakc of anywone. You said it all in this great poem. I offended a poet Vickie McColley on author' den and had to apologize. Said she should forget her bad husband. Missunderstood me and now I want to read more of her poetry along with yours to . Like to not hurt anyone. Lois Christensen I rode my Nightmare (Poetry) - 10/9/2007 7:31:28 PM The World As We Know It (Poetry) - 5/6/2007 6:06:16 AM
lovely and true Karen I rode my Nightmare (Poetry) - 5/6/2007 6:05:30 AM very good imagery Karen In the Principal's Office (Poetry) - 5/6/2007 6:03:42 AM I stopped by your den and was immediately intriqued by your pegasus picture and your words--this write is awesome-the words chewed into sawdust--great! Karen I rode my Nightmare (Poetry) - 4/11/2007 8:14:13 PM
I love the image of riding a nightmare. I've been reading online articles about dreams, and some theorize that we are able to control them. I just finished a dream poem and now am starting an acrostic poem, Nightmare, and was googling for ideas. That's how I came to yours. I like your poem the way it is, but I can also see lots of potential. Here's an idea: take your nightmare on a journey--where are you going? You could even do a series. Best Wishes! Patrice In the Principal's Office (Poetry) - 3/23/2007 2:42:45 PM
Hi friend,Adelle, This poem brought back a similar memory of when I misbehaved and was sent to the Principal's office. I got scolded and had extra homework. Thanks for the nostalgia. Feel free to visit my sites at www.freewebs.com/kendoo or at helium .com and of course, here in the 'den' KEN In the Principal's Office (Poetry) - 3/2/2007 2:31:05 PM I can't remember if I was ever 10 Adelle..... :-) BILL About Tribes (Article) - 3/10/2007 6:57:15 PM
Thanks for sharing this. Chrissy Morning (Poetry) - 2/19/2007 5:15:06 PM
Cute poem. Holly Choosing a Candidate (Poetry) - 2/19/2007 5:12:42 PM Aw, a very wise woman! Holly Choosing a Candidate (Poetry) - 2/4/2007 12:02:14 PM
ah...so clever thanks, ~Donna Choosing a Candidate (Poetry) - 2/1/2007 4:09:54 PM
Clever, true and unfortunately humorous. Enjoyed Rusty Choosing a Candidate (Poetry) - 2/1/2007 4:46:17 PM
What a perfect picture of the proverbial smoke screen used in today’s politics. Larry A Day in the Life . . . Letter to Linda (Article) - 2/1/2007 11:25:12 AM
I laughed out loud! Love your stuff, Adelle. Nadia In the Principal's Office (Poetry) - 2/1/2007 11:48:08 AM
What a visual interpretation of a child's first visit to the principals office. Great metaphor. Larry In the Principal's Office (Poetry) - 2/1/2007 10:42:38 AM An artful story of a ten year old mind. Superb. Rusty In the Principal's Office (Poetry) - 2/1/2007 10:32:32 AM Frighteningly evocative. I was there back then, and felt this exact way. (-: I love it! Great write. Light and Wisdom ... Richard Lloyd Cederberg About Small Things . . . . (Article) - 1/14/2007 1:22:04 PM The World As We Know It (Poetry) - 12/3/2006 3:10:34 PM The World As We Know It (Poetry) - 11/29/2006 3:33:15 PM I rode my Nightmare (Poetry) - 11/11/2006 9:49:29 AM Being in the Middle - a Children's Story (Short Story) - 11/10/2006 1:03:59 PM Lovers (Poetry) - 10/31/2006 7:10:00 AM I remember - A Child's Poem (Poetry) - 10/16/2006 3:44:42 PM | ||||||||||||||||
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A Wonderful Way With Words - A Children's Story (Short Story) - 9/10/2006 2:27:45 AM The Legends of Nevermore County I had read part of this book borrowed from a friend and just had to get my own copy. There are some intriguing stories and much recommended reading, for the young and not-so-young. Jenny Wilder (jennywilder@aol.com), A reviewer, 09/28/2006 The Legends of Nevermore County is a collection of fantastic and wonderful stories that are just real enough to make us wonder. Could there be a forgotten corner of some remote County in America where cows are a little bit smarter and there is a touch of the supernatural, just enough to make life better. The Europeans have written of fairies and dragons for centuries, could settlers to America have found the same “otherworldly” entities here? Ms Bradford makes Nevermore County just that believable, or is real? Alexander Weaver, A reviewer, 09/16/2006 All about Eve and Other Things is an inspired collection of all the thoughts we all have, but are afraid to talk about in public. These stories and poems are humorous and entertaining on one level and thought provoking on another. I enjoyed every moment spent with this book. All About Eve and Other Things is one of my books that do not gather dust on the shelf. It is the little green book that wants to continually share its ideas. All about Eve and Other Things - - - This is a totally great mix of essays and poetry. I have not seen this together before like this and it works for me! Love, life, experiences are deeply explored and presented. Just like Ms. Bradford's other book, this is worth reading and reading again! Thanks.
 Seriously funny and thoughful, January 12, 2006
All about Eve and Other Things - - - It was great fun reading this book. I have seldom seen essays and poetry mixed so appropriately and the subjects covered are unique and present a wonderful variety. Especially the essays on "All about Eve" and "Penis Envy" deserve a re-read. And if the concluding article on "Once I met a King - A True Vignette" doesn't touch you, you need help! This book will make a great present to many of my friends.
All About Eve and Other Things is for sure a delightful and thought inspiring. Ms. Bradford surely makes a person laugh and stop and think about the world around them. I am still laughing about the Dragon Known as Dark. I will recommend this book to all my friends.
Adelle Bradford is a true word artist, with the ability to paint vivid, clear, and distinct pictures on the canvas of our minds. In "All About Eve and Other Things" Adelle uses these illustrations to stretch our minds and make us think about things as we peer through lenses, ground with clever wit and hard facts, that correct for the stigmatism of life's influences. The moment I set this book down, I took a deep cleansing breath; rose; took a step; performed a classic double take and swiftly moved to pick it up again. Ms. Bradford's writing is truly a waft of fresh new air, in a world desperate for new perspectives.
All about Eve and Other Things - - - This author has put together many points of view with heartfelt humor and insight. The poetry is a rich kaleidoscope of experiences, happy and sad. The article named "All about Eve" (...) is great and there are some very fine onservations being made. A story from Germany "Once I met a King - A True Vignette", is a real experience, even from here.
The Legends of Nevermore County - - - A bit of magic in a real world - well, almost - which reminds one of the "olden" days. Could have been - and could be. Do you remember? I found the "Nevermore County Gazette" using Google; the people of Nevermore County certainly have their own opinions of this author, and not very complimentary at that! The secrets are out but not yet well-known. That certainly calls for a cautionary note to Ms. Bradford if she, indeed, intents to re-visit there for sequel-material. Beware!
The Legends of Nevermore County - - - This is a fantastic collection of stories that shed light on some of the everyday and not-so-everyday ocurrances you'll find if you just look that little bit closer into the small communities off the beaten track. The tales are carefully and beautifully told and just enticing enough to make you believe in magic. Can heartily recommend for curious young minds looking for adventures - and old minds that have refused to grow up!
The Legends of Nevermore County - - -Enticing short stories in the Fantasy realm. Sounds like a place I know and would like to return to. Ms. Bradford does a fine job creating her characters. They take on a life of their own as is demonstrated on the website of The Nevermore County Gazette. "Summer's Island" sounds like a movie in the making. Are there sequels in the works, I hope?
This part of Nevermore County, connected solely to the rest of the world by two small bridges across the Noname River, is a magical place, almost like the "Waltons" placed in the "Twilight Zone". But Ms. Bradford makes us believe, as she reports on the secret lives and experiences of the families who have lived there for generations. She has managed to bring me back to the child watching TV on a Sunday night. Mary Martin as Peter Pan was pleading with me to believe in fairies to save poor Tinkerbelle's life from Hook's poison. Right then, as I clapped my hands until they hurt, I believed, as I have never believed before. Adelle, I believe in Nevermore County and want to read more.
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