Comment from Sarah Das Gupta

Exceptional

A brilliant reconstruction of Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein'. Although the Creature is more of a sympathetic creation! The illustrations add to very
memorable piece of writing!

 Comment Written 06-Mar-2023

Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose

Excellent

Hello again Dean, I went through all the author's 'reading' pages and looking for more, I found the 'best of' section and going into my favorite genre, I found your stories :) of course, I should have known. I am enjoying reading your poem and stories, I am glad I found them.

Have you ever watched "Young Frankenstein" ? I don't know why but reading your story reminded me of that movie. -Dr Frankenstein, "What did it say on that brain?' Igor, "aby normal" (abnormal)- LOL that movie cracks me up. I have always being a big fan of the Frankenstein movies, funny or serious.

 Comment Written 01-Jul-2015

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reply by the author on 02-Jul-2015

By Mel Brooks, yep, I own that movie, Gypsy. Gene Wilder is perfect in his role as Dr. Victor Frankenstein (that's Fronk-en-stein, heh-heh), the bug-eyed Marty Feldman as Igor, Peter Boyle as the monster...it's a hilarious film. Terry Garr was great in it too as Inga. Actress Cloris Leachman, as Frau Blucher, and the great Madelin Kahn of Saturday Night Live fame as Elizabeth. It's one of the few funny films I own. Most of them are Monty Python's Flying Circus films, and all of Mel Brooks movies like Blazing Saddles (another favorite of mine), and High Anxiety, to name just a few.

Thanks a bunch for your review. I'm glad you liked this one. ~Dean :)

reply by Gypsy Blue Rose on 02-Jul-2015

Knights of Ni: Ni! Ni! Ni! Ni! Ni!
King Arthur: Who are you?
Head Knight: We are the Knights Who Say... 'Ni'!

reply by the author on 02-Jul-2015

Ha-ha! Monty Python & the Holy Grail, right? I love that flick! :)

reply by Gypsy Blue Rose on 02-Jul-2015

Yeah, I like them too. :)
such nonsense is funny

Comment from Kentucky Sweet Pea

Exceptional

hi dean--- so good to read this interesting, dynamic piece, as well as to observe your very fitting series of artwork. now, has fanstory begun to allow several in a series of befitting artwork or are you just that smart. polly picses used to do it and it greatly enhanced her work!

sweet pea

 Comment Written 10-May-2015

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reply by the author on 11-May-2015

Hey, Kentucky Sweet Pea...

Thanks for digging this one up (no pun intended), dustin' it off, and giving it a once-over. I realize this type of poetic expressionism isn't everyone's cupp'a Joe, but those who like it really seem to enjoy reading them. Those who don't, well...they hate it. There doesn't seem to be any sort of "middle ground" for these picture-laden story poems.

I never got the opportunity to read the poet you've mentioned here in your review. I've only been a part of FanStory since March of 2013. I imagine I would have enjoyed her writing.

Thanks for the "sixer", and for your kind comments. All are sincerely appreciated. ~Dean

Comment from Titan Black

Excellent

I GAVE THIS POEM A 5 BECAUSE I THINK IT FULFILLED YOUR OBJECTIVE...WHICH WAS TO MAKE THE BELIEVABLE...NEVERTHELESS, ALTHOUGH I CAN'T GET INTO DARK POETRY, YOUR STORY TELLING ABILITY WAS HOT...AND I MUST ADMIT, YOU HAVE IMPROVED DRASTICALLY. I AM TRULY HUMBLED.

 Comment Written 13-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 14-Aug-2014

Thanks, Titan Black, and the fact that you believe I have made tremendous strides as a poet means a great deal to me, my friend.

I realize that dark poetry, Gothic themes and horror isn't your bag, but that makes the fact that you decided to read this that much more meaningful. I'm really glad you gave it a shot.

Thanks again, TB. I wish you all the best!

Comment from rosehill (Wendy)

Exceptional

Oh, well done Dean. One of my favorite stories - and conundrums- as the creation of life, in man's hands, would lack a soul. Can one feel, engage, or enjoy life without the soul to temper the spark? Or is that spark the true soul and good and evil merely a convention of mankind. Always a good question. Your inner rhymes are fabulous and give the piece that sing-song, storytelling by the fire on a stormy night feel. I loved this. - Wendy

 Comment Written 13-Aug-2014

Comment from joneau2

Exceptional

Hi, Dean. A superb poem ... the animations perfect. You continue to be a master writer, and your horror themes are always on target. One problem, though. The script font is not legible; I couldn't read it. It may be me, but you may want to check it out.

Dean, a year ago you said you were going to buy my book for your library, "From the Realm Beyond." Don't believe you did. If you still want to, I will lower the price to $10.00 (soft cover), plus S&H. There's always the digital copy on Amazon.com. Please let me know.

 Comment Written 13-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 14-Aug-2014

Thanks so much, John, and I will look into reformatting the font.

As for the book, I do still wish to purchase a copy. But since I am on disability now, while getting a few meager payments for my writing here and there, I have not been able to come up with the extra money to do so. Still, I have not forgotten you, my friend.

Thanks for your exceptional rating and review. It is always such a pleasure to hear from you!:}

reply by joneau2 on 17-Aug-2014

Dean I'm truly sorry to learn about your disibility. Please accept my wishes for a speedy recovery.

reply by the author on 17-Aug-2014

No worries, John. I make it day by day. If my book gets published, as I'm expecting, I can purchase all of the copies of yours, and then some, my friend. So, please keep me in your prayers, and keep your fingers crossed that it gets accepted by one of the 42 agents I sent it out to!

Comment from Sonaleeka

Excellent

Hey My friend,It's always a pleasure to read your stuff.I am glad a read this awesome piece too.Very nicely written.i just loved it.

God bless!

 Comment Written 13-Aug-2014

Comment from CHIGYSISKI

Excellent

TRULY SCARY.I THANK GOD MAN HAS NOT YET SUCCEEDED IN CREATING ANOTHER HUMAN BEING.I HATE TO THINK OF THE CONSEQUENCES THAT MAY RESULT FROM SUCH A FEAT. THE IMAGES ARE AWESOME. GOOD JOB!

 Comment Written 13-Aug-2014

Comment from forestport12

Exceptional

Love the word play here with how you keep the rhymes coming in short order like "ghastly face so stitched and laced." And as always the word choices are powerful.

 Comment Written 13-Aug-2014

Comment from Cajungirl

Exceptional

Fantastic, up until now Frankenstein didn't frighten me, but after reading this, I'll be sleeping with a night light. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 12-Aug-2014