John Q: The Life and Times of Jim Lange

by Robert Lange

The Life and Times of Jim Lange, political cartoonist for The Daily Oklahoman newspaper in Oklahoma City from 1950 - 2008.

108 pages, Paperback

First published August 7, 2013

About the author

Thank you so much for visiting my author page and your interest in 'The Knowing Gene'. This is my debut novel and I have to say I'm humbled beyond words from the feedback I've received from readers. Although it took me many years to write due to suffering from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, 'The Knowing Gene' seems to have already developed a loyal following. Feedback has been universally positive with two comments in particular almost always made: 'Wow, that would make an awesome movie!' and 'When will the sequel be out?', usually followed immediately by 'I want it NOW!' Readers have quickly identified with the characters, plot, and subtext and have found the book very enjoyable, regardless of their age or gender.

OK, so a couple small typos made it through... but the story is great! We'll get page 257 fixed soon!

As for me, I grew up on a farm outside of Charlottesville, Virginia and currently reside in the mountains of North Carolina, although Newfoundland is having a very strong draw on me. Forced to leave the corporate world in 2003 after suffering from CFIDS, I turned my creative energy to writing. Although taking over four years, I was able to produce this first work as my physical and cognitive energy allowed.

I graduated from Virginia Tech, have two children, and wish I could find worthy backgammon opponents a little more often.

Please visit The Knowing Gene's page on facebook.com and leave your comments. Comments on review sites are encouraged and greatly appreciated.

The sequel to The Knowing Gene, 'From Under The Radar', will hopefully (health permitting) be available early 2011.

I'm very grateful to my dear friend Gail Westover at Thistlewood Publishing for starting her business and providing me an outlet for my creativity.

A portion of the author proceeds from the sale of my books are donated to the CFIDS Association of America to help find a cure. To find out more about CFIDS visit their website at http://www.cfids.org/.

Reviews

[Martha · Rating 3 out of 5]

I wanted more. If you read the Daily Oklahoman the last half of the last century, you will remember the political cartoons of Jim Lange. His son wrote this brief biography of the man, husband, father and illustrator. He really had a great sense of humor and a keen awareness of politicians. May he rest in peace.............