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Ode to The Masters
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This, my very first poem, was inspired by my two favorite authors and by Julie Donner Anderson's poem "Ode to Oprah". Julie: I would love to receive a call from Dean Koontz as a result of his having read this poem. Now we can both wish in the wind. :))))
Ode to The Masters By Scott D. Zachary ă 2003 Not much older than a mere tot, John D. hooked me with Travis McGee. No more literary pleasure could be got; I often fantasized I was he. The man who monopolized my bookcase, No others could give me solace. The only author who ever made me cry, MacDonald inspired me to try. For a score of years, I refused to believe— Any other writer could give me reprieve. Then one day, I suddenly found— None of his books around! Disgruntled, and with much chagrin, I decided to settle for another. At a loss for where I should begin, I asked my good friend’s mother. Sally used to read a book a day, So I thought, "Perhaps she’ll show me the way!" She said, "If it’s adventure you yearn, When it comes to authors, you’ve got a lot to learn." Feeling doubtful and remiss, I skeptically listened to her suggestion. Sally said, "If it’s MacDonald you miss, I have a cure for your literary indigestion." "Dean," she said. "He’s the man to be tried." And Sally added, "His mentor and yours coincide." Along with a rush of adrenaline, her words gave me hope; Any author who’s mentor is MacDonald, is no dope. "My recommendation is "Seize the Night," she said. So I snatched the book from her hand and read. The more of Dean’s writing I ingested, The more my anxiousness rested. In my opinion, John D. MacDonald is still the best. But now there’s another who’s not included in "all the rest." Today, Dean Koontz inspires me, too! After all this, I’ve got to go to the loo!

Reviewed by Bonita Quesinberry

Reviewed on September 28, 2003

I really like your poem, Scott: the last line reminds me of a short one I wrote years ago...while in the hospital...after surgery...you know, when they won't let you go home until you--Well, you know. When you have time, visit my latest A/D page: "The Ice Princess."

Keep up the good work. Love in Christ~~
Bonnie Q
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Reviewed by Bobbie Hess (Reader)

Reviewed on August 25, 2003

Good job, Sweetheart. I hope you do more in the poetry line. If I were Dean, I would call (or at least email). Bobbie

Reviewed by Tami Ryan

Reviewed on August 23, 2003

Hey Scott, that's pretty darn good for a first write! (You did better than I do on some I struggle with for hours!) One question? Were ya stuck for a last line? I'm laughing hysterically!

Great write!
Tami

Reviewed by Gwen Dickerson

Reviewed on August 21, 2003

Hahaha! Nice poem! My friend's an avid McDonald fan who has been urging me to read his works, so I can appreciate your poem. Now wait till I tell my friend that his advice and your poem have finally convinced me!

Reviewed by Ed Matlack

Reviewed on August 20, 2003

INteresting, insightful, now I see where you get your writing prowess from...I have never read John D or Koontz, mayhaps I should. Inspiration is always welcomed...your friends, ED & Rufus