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Barry Maher

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Barry Maher may be the only horror novelist who's ever appeared in Funeral Service Insider. In his misspent youth, he committed journalism of sorts, freelance. His work appeared in maybe a hundred different publications, and in order to eat he held nearly that many jobs. At one point he lived on the beach. Not in a house on the beach. On the beach. With the sand and the seagulls.

Then he started telling his stories to audiences. Known for for keynotes that mix sharp insight with deadpan humor, that took him all over the country and around the world, his clients a who’s who of multinational companies and top associations, His media appearances include The Today Show, CNN, CBS and CNBC. And he’s been featured in everything from The New York Ti
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Barry Maher Thanks, John. I appreciate the comments. Legend was hard work at a tough time in my life where I was able to find real hope. I think the book reflects…moreThanks, John. I appreciate the comments. Legend was hard work at a tough time in my life where I was able to find real hope. I think the book reflects that. I certainly hope it does. Thanks for asking.(less)
Barry Maher I'd probably pass. Fictional book worlds can be wonderul to visit as a reader. But the conflict and strife, the danger that put their characters throu…moreI'd probably pass. Fictional book worlds can be wonderul to visit as a reader. But the conflict and strife, the danger that put their characters through so much are a lot more fun vicariously than they would be if you were the one hanging on to the cliff face by your fingernails. Nobdy creates a book world where everything's perfect and the happiness of the inhabitants is complete.(less)
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The Great Dick: And the Dysfunctional Demon. [insert your Amazon link]

“Am I walking away from something I should be running away from?” — Shirley Jackson

“God never talks. But the devil keeps advertising … The devil does a lot of commercials.”—William Peter Blatty

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The Great Dick: And the Dysfunctional Demon. [insert your Amazon link]

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Barry Maher answered Stella Elizabeth 's question: Barry  Maher
As I've said, Legend was written during one of the toughest times of my life. I was looking for hope and I think working out the story helped me find it.
The Great Dick by Barry  Maher
"Despite the length of this book, it was really well written and fast-paced. The story flowed nicely and I absolutely loved the dark humor. That was one of the main points which kept me fully engaged.
I definitely recommend this stunningly clever expe" Read more of this review »
The Great Dick by Barry  Maher
"First of all, you're welcome to read my full review in detail via the following link. Thank you in advance for your time and interest.

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So, here we go!

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The Great Dick by Barry  Maher
"The Great Dick and The Dysfunctional Demon by Barry Maher is a supernatural thriller, and dark horror which I have not read that many of these genre before. We get to know the MC who starts the story with being on the run from the police. He talks ab" Read more of this review »
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