Mark Jacobs

Mark Paul Jacobs lives in lovely Dauphin, Pennsylvania. He enjoys fishing the Canadian north, poker, and annoying his wife. He has authored two novels: How Teddy Roosevelt Slew the last Mighty T-Rex, a Historical Science Fiction tale set in 1914, and the hard science fiction novel: The Yaakmen of Tyrie, a powerful and mysterious tale of bravery, loss, perseverance, betrayal, and redemption. He is also quite proud of his awe-inspiring short story: The Day God Winked and his chilling novelette with the provocative title: The Watchers from within Moments Revealed, an almost universally well reviewed work for which he has written a screenplay suitable for an ‘Outer Limits’ episode. These and several other works are available through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple, Sony, and Smashwords.com. How Teddy Roosevelt Slew the last Mighty T-Rex and The Yaakmen of Tyrie is available in paperback via Createspace.com. Mark is working on a movie screenplay tentatively called Stain which is a gritty murder conspiracy based in Central Pennsylvania similar to the movie ‘Fargo’ or ‘Reservoir Dogs’. Please enjoy his works and don’t be afraid to tell him what you think on his Facebook page, twitter account, or by email. And lastly, please take the time to leave him a review of his work; it doesn’t have to be long or long-winded, but it does make him feel that his hard word has touched someone’s life in some way. You can leave a review wherever his books are available.

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• Hero Wanted on Dec. 05, 2009
  
  One of the most entertaining reads I've had in years. I haven't laughed out loud as much since reading 'Bored of the Rings' by the Harvard Lampoon back in the 1970's. This may be better...
  
• On the Great Wall of Texas on Dec. 05, 2009
  
  Not exactly my politics; actually the polar opposite. But that's not the point. Our objectives as authors (artists) is to make people think! And this does not disappoint.
  
• Roci and the skycat on Jan. 10, 2010
  
  An imaginative, yet odd, read. Extremely well written in parts, other sentences appear to need restructuring. I (like the reviewer before me) was a bit confused by the dialogue between the boy and the cat; I guess they spoke telepathically? This should have been made clear right up front. Other than the need for a little editing, this is a nice tale with a cutting message.
  
• If Only on Jan. 10, 2010
  
  Ha. Ha. Ha. Very nicely written. Classic Flash. (Actually, my future self comes back (even fatter! Sigh...) and tells me to stop writing because my prose stinks, and will only get worse.)
  
• Upon a Tide of Wintry Morn (Ashen Twilight #1.5) on Jan. 10, 2010
  
  An extremely well written tale with a strong romantic/ gothic/fantasy theme. I normally don’t go for this genre, but this is top notch. Obviously, Rae is no novice writer!
  
• Strange Future: A 23rd Century Guide for the 21st Century Cynic on March 17, 2010
  
  A good, entertaining read; incorporating a universe of interesting ideas. It’s fascinating how the future is described in fiction depending on the author’s personal viewpoint, and their perception of who is deemed politically powerful at the time of writing. Although I realize most of this is satire, Josh has vividly drawn some aspects of a future world that is both believable and credible to even to an old Conservative like me. One minor note of criticism: I always cringe when I see a character in the future that is totally befuddled by events in the near or even distant past; i.e. Amazed that there was a time when there was no government control of reproduction (baby lottery). I think we should give future characters a little more credit. Good job, Josh! I hope to see more from you soon.
  
• IDK - Into the Darkness : A Screenplay on April 06, 2010
  
  A good, solid gothic/horror/sci fi /fantasy tale complete with interesting characterizations and vivid imagery. Mr. Hancock did a more than adequate job in his (I assume) first stab at screenplay writing.
  
• The Night Walk Men on Sep. 06, 2010
  
  Weird, eerie, and spellbinding stuff. Well worth reading! A story of great depth and meaning. Good job, Jason.
  
• Road Markers on Oct. 11, 2010
  
  Jason takes us all for a wild roller coaster ride of raw emotion, sprinkled with a bit of self-reflection, and topped-off with a chunk of gut-wrenching deviance. Haven’t we all been close to crossing the line? If you haven’t done so already, please check out this talented writer.
  
• The Vicar's Revenge on Oct. 21, 2010
  
  A clever, humorous, and well written short. Anyone care for a scone?
  
• Letting Go on Oct. 28, 2010
  
  Definitive, moving, and poignant. Great job Jaleta!
  
• Shed on Oct. 29, 2010
  
  Once again, Jason McIntyre takes me for a wild, wonderful, maddening, creepy, inspiring ride, full of rich unforgettable characters. Good job!
  
• Regret on Dec. 03, 2010
  
  Jaleta Clegg's poetic thesis on the consequences of removing human emotions: good, bad, indifferent. Well executed and interesting.
  
• Have You Seen Tarum? on Dec. 03, 2010
  
  Like all of Jaleta Clegg's works I've had the privilege to read so far, she always seems to tweak me in some deeply emotional way. Excellent.
  
• Well on Dec. 20, 2010
  
  Bridget Squires has an obvious talent for constructing flowing, descriptive prose. This is a dark tale, indeed.
  
• May Be Crazy on Dec. 20, 2010
  
  A wonderously wicked tale of horror, medications, insanity, and carnage.
  
• Fresh on Dec. 20, 2010
  
  This is truly a nice (Did I mean horrible?) piece of macabre fiction. The best I've seen from Bridget so far! I somewhat agree with the last reviewer that Bridget may have missed something by not making one of the children the POV target, or she could have even made this First Person(?). Trying to feel what would be going through one of these kid's heads would be interesting, but Bridget is the boss! Good job.
  
• A Gruesome Christmas on Dec. 27, 2010
  
  Another imaginative story from this promising author; although I somewhat agree with the previous reviewer about editorial assistance. Keep at it, Bridget!
  
• Happy New FEAR on Jan. 03, 2011
  
  Another nice, crisp tale from Bridget.
  
• Barefoot Heroine: A Mayne Attraction Short Story on Jan. 27, 2011
  
  An expertly written glimpse into Ann Mauren’s Novel ‘Main Attraction: In the spotlight’. Well done.
  
• A Rose for Shyla on Feb. 17, 2011
  
  Wow. Bridget keeps on getting better and better. A cautionary tale that is sure to strike a cord with 98% of the population. The other 2%? well....?
  
• The First Kill on April 17, 2011
  
  Yes, I agree with the other reviewers: this is not for the squeamish. But if you enjoy crime dramas like Dexter , this series of books may be for you. I liked the way this story clip was driven foreword by dialogue.
  
• Heavenly Falling on April 24, 2011
  
  When reading Bridget Squire’s work, one gets the impression that the best is yet to come. And as an author, I can say I’m a bit jealous of her raw talent and sweeping imagination. Angels, demons, God and Lucifer, faith and redemption; mixed with Bridget’s trademark stamp of horror and sensuality. I’m getting behind Bridget’s growing number of followers, so that I can rightfully say: “I knew her when....”
  
• Caraliza on May 27, 2011
  
  Author Joel Kirkpatrick pulls us in emotionally from the very first pages of this sad tale of a teenaged Dutch girl sold into servitude and near starvation in an early 20th century New York slum, and the young man who is doomed to save her from her oppressor, and at any cost. Their story spans almost an entire century, full of rich, well-developed characters and paranormal twists that will keep you guessing until the complete mosaic of their life together is revealed in the very last pages. A story that is sad, chilling, and uplifting.
  
• Small Graces on July 03, 2011
  
  A nicely written Flash Fiction Science Fiction Tale. Reminds me of James Tiptree Jr's (Alice Sheldon) "Love is the plan the plan is death".
  
• Dark That Day, After All on Nov. 06, 2011
  
  There are a few things you can count on when reading any of Jason McIntyre’s works: deep characterizations, great dialog, and vivid imagery. ‘Dark That Day…’ does not disappoint. While not my favorite McIntyre story (see Road Markers) still well worth the read. 4.5 stars rounded up.