Jonathan's Story: out now
His unique and unbelievable story ...31 total reviews
Comment from Mintybee
Congratulations on publishing your book. I will look into it. I have read several entries here on FanStory. It's well-written and eye-opening, as well as full of compassion. I hope your book does well.
Mintybee
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2024
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Congratulations on publishing your book. I will look into it. I have read several entries here on FanStory. It's well-written and eye-opening, as well as full of compassion. I hope your book does well.
Mintybee
Comment Written 02-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2024
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Thank you very much Mintybee! Such a lovely review - I appreciate it.
Wendy
Comment from Jim Wile
I wish you great success with this wonderful story, Wendy. This was definitely one of the best things I've read since joining FanStory. Every chapter was riveting and chronicled the story of Jonathan's life and those of his caregivers in such a heartfelt and sympathetic way. You cast some needed light on those institutions that only paid lip-service to care of the disabled and in so doing highlighted many areas that need reengineering.
Regardless of how well your book does in the marketplace, (which is largely a function of how it is marketed and usually requires a large social media presence to garner sales), it is a wonderful story written with great compassion and love and something you should be extremely proud of.
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2024
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I wish you great success with this wonderful story, Wendy. This was definitely one of the best things I've read since joining FanStory. Every chapter was riveting and chronicled the story of Jonathan's life and those of his caregivers in such a heartfelt and sympathetic way. You cast some needed light on those institutions that only paid lip-service to care of the disabled and in so doing highlighted many areas that need reengineering.
Regardless of how well your book does in the marketplace, (which is largely a function of how it is marketed and usually requires a large social media presence to garner sales), it is a wonderful story written with great compassion and love and something you should be extremely proud of.
Comment Written 02-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2024
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Thank you very much, Jim. Your words mean a great deal to me, being so very encouraging. I am not expecting many sales. It's not a book many would choose to read. People are more into crime, horror, thriller, fantasy etc, but nevertheless it gave me a lot of satisfaction, and a sense of fulfilment to record his story. Thank you again.
Wendy
Comment from Paul McFarland
As soon as I finish this review, I will go to Amazon and order your book. It is an amazing story. You are an amazing person, Wendy. I always look forward to your posts.
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2024
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As soon as I finish this review, I will go to Amazon and order your book. It is an amazing story. You are an amazing person, Wendy. I always look forward to your posts.
Comment Written 02-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2024
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Thank you very much, Paul, both for reviewing and for being interested in buying the book. I didn't think it would sell many because people have already read the story. I'd be honoured if you bought it.
Wendy
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
I wish you luck with the sales of your very personal story about this amazing person Jonothan and his journey through life that was enhanced by your loving care Wendy, you are one of the heroes in life. A fine post. Love Dolly x x x
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2024
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I wish you luck with the sales of your very personal story about this amazing person Jonothan and his journey through life that was enhanced by your loving care Wendy, you are one of the heroes in life. A fine post. Love Dolly x x x
Comment Written 02-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2024
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Thanks so much, Dolly. No, I'm not a hero, just thought I could make a difference for one person who so desperately needed care and love. Many thanks for the wonderful six stars. Greatly valued.
Wendy
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You are a hero in my eyes Wendy x x x
Comment from LJbutterfly
Congratulations on having Jonathan's Story published, and on receiving the FanStory Seal of Quality. I recall another FanStorian describing the rigorous critique his story was put through and why he was denied the Seal of Quality. So, I recognize your outstanding accomplishment.
You and your family put a lot of time and work into caring for Jonathan, and you put even more time into advocating for him and writing his story. I wish you much success with this remarkable book.
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2024
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Congratulations on having Jonathan's Story published, and on receiving the FanStory Seal of Quality. I recall another FanStorian describing the rigorous critique his story was put through and why he was denied the Seal of Quality. So, I recognize your outstanding accomplishment.
You and your family put a lot of time and work into caring for Jonathan, and you put even more time into advocating for him and writing his story. I wish you much success with this remarkable book.
Comment Written 01-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2024
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Thank you very much. I appreciate your very understanding and delightful review and congratulations.
Wendy
Comment from Wayne Fowler
I'm so happy for you. I hope it catches on and that newer members check out 'Jonathon's Story'. It was a very moving (and enlightening) piece. Congratulations.
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2024
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I'm so happy for you. I hope it catches on and that newer members check out 'Jonathon's Story'. It was a very moving (and enlightening) piece. Congratulations.
Comment Written 01-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2024
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Thanks so much for this kind review and congratulations. Much appreciated.
Wendy
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We're traveling for a couple weeks. Reviews may be sporadic - sorry. We're in Utah and Colorado.
Comment from Mrs. KT
Congratulations, Wendy!
So very proud of your accomplishments.
I read every chapter of "Jonathan's Story," and was duly moved by his bravery and yours as well. Incredibly touching...
So deserving of the "Seal of Quality" on FanStory as well!
Kudos!
Onward!
fondly,
diane
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2024
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Congratulations, Wendy!
So very proud of your accomplishments.
I read every chapter of "Jonathan's Story," and was duly moved by his bravery and yours as well. Incredibly touching...
So deserving of the "Seal of Quality" on FanStory as well!
Kudos!
Onward!
fondly,
diane
Comment Written 01-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2024
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Thank you very much Diane! What a very lovely review. Many thanks too for the generous gift of six stars.
Wendy
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
This is great news for this impressive book, Wendy. It certainly had an impact on me and left me feeling emotional on many occasions. On times, I felt desperately worried that Jonathan would make it at all and remember reading certain chapters with worry and trepidation. The journey you made as a family support to Jonathan over these years was incredible and there seemed to be one trauma after another, not least when his mother sadly died, leaving such momentous responsibility totally in your hands. The book was a well deserving recipient of the FS Seal of Quality and I wish you, Wendy, even greater success with this new publishing venture. Take care Debbie PS first para: pre(ss)ured
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2024
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This is great news for this impressive book, Wendy. It certainly had an impact on me and left me feeling emotional on many occasions. On times, I felt desperately worried that Jonathan would make it at all and remember reading certain chapters with worry and trepidation. The journey you made as a family support to Jonathan over these years was incredible and there seemed to be one trauma after another, not least when his mother sadly died, leaving such momentous responsibility totally in your hands. The book was a well deserving recipient of the FS Seal of Quality and I wish you, Wendy, even greater success with this new publishing venture. Take care Debbie PS first para: pre(ss)ured
Comment Written 01-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2024
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Thank you for these wonderful words of affirmation and encouragement. I am so pleased you enjoyed, and were moved by, his story, and that it had an impact. Thank you too for the pick-up - my fingers must have been moving super fast, lol.) Thank you too for the six beautiful stars. I do feel honoured and delighted.
Wendy
Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)
Congratulations Wendy. It seems to me that you have been remarkably quick getting your book 'out'. I wish you all success with the sales, it was an important project dear to your heart. kay
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2024
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Congratulations Wendy. It seems to me that you have been remarkably quick getting your book 'out'. I wish you all success with the sales, it was an important project dear to your heart. kay
Comment Written 01-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2024
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Thank you very much, Kay. Yes, this was important to me. I appreciate your kind review and congratulations.
Wendy
Comment from GoWiSt
Wow, this is a great story. Kudos and blessings to you and your family for adopting an abandoned, disabled child. I mean, really, who does that? Only saintly folk, in my humble opinion. 'Jonathan's Story' sounds like a great book/story to buy and be inspired by. I hope you garner tons of sales, and kudos to you for working so hard on it. I'll be checking it out.
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2024
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Wow, this is a great story. Kudos and blessings to you and your family for adopting an abandoned, disabled child. I mean, really, who does that? Only saintly folk, in my humble opinion. 'Jonathan's Story' sounds like a great book/story to buy and be inspired by. I hope you garner tons of sales, and kudos to you for working so hard on it. I'll be checking it out.
Comment Written 01-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2024
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Thank you so much for this very positive review. I think you will be very happy if you buy it, but at times it is a hard read as some experiences were quite horrendous. But it is a thought-provoking book.
You will probably need to go to Amazon.com.au to get it from Australia (but the price will be less in US dollars). Apparently it is not linked with Amazon.com.
Sorry, I should have specified that in my post.
Many thanks again for your interest, and for a super review.
Wendy
