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Word World
Modern science invents a portal to an Earth-like parallel world ready for colonization—but there’s a serious complication: in this new world, utterances become real.
A research physicist discovers a parallel world, eerily similar to ours where everything is created and controlled by spoken words. When this discovery is revealed to the government and then the world a mass exodus ensues to the new world as people seek utopia. But difficulty and tragedy follow as people struggle to overcome the new planet's unique laws and language barrier.
Reading at times like a brainier, Rod Serling–esque version of Stargate’s movie/TV franchise, Ivory’s first novel…. is a compelling what-if tale that delivers a satisfyingly wise finale.
A research physicist discovers a parallel world, eerily similar to ours where everything is created and controlled by spoken words. When this discovery is revealed to the government and then the world a mass exodus ensues to the new world as people seek utopia. But difficulty and tragedy follow as people struggle to overcome the new planet's unique laws and language barrier.
Reading at times like a brainier, Rod Serling–esque version of Stargate’s movie/TV franchise, Ivory’s first novel…. is a compelling what-if tale that delivers a satisfyingly wise finale.
323 pages, Paperback
First published November 24, 2015
314 people want to read
About the author
Vincent Ivory
7 books7 followersUnique, innovative and thought provoking are just some of the words used to describe Vincent Ivory and his literary work. A poet, author, screenwriter and now novelist, Vincent has just recently completed his debut novel.
Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, Vincent has always been a lover of books, writing and reading. At the tender age of six, his enthusiasm for reading was rewarded when he was removed from one of his regular first grade classes and placed in a unique program called Junior Great Books. In this venue, reading and vocabulary skills were honed as well as exposure to other great literature. "As a child I loved Curious George and the normal kid stuff but Rudyard Kipling's Rikki Tikki Tavi and classics like Beowulf and Grendel always captured my imagination." Vincent also grew up as an avid comic book reader. "We didn't have a lot of money so brand new comic books were out of my reach at the time. But in Detroit they had a three pack of comics in plastic and the covers were cut off so they were not worth as much and sold for cheap. I had stacks of those. I started working at age eleven sweeping and mopping floors at a hair salon with my Dad and a significant portion of that money went to comics. This trend continued well into my teens and twenties and beyond."
Today, Vincent is happily married, has three children and resides in a suburb of Columbus, OH. He works on his books, screenplays and marketing every single day (sometimes to his wife's dismay). Vincent has always loved and written poetry throughout his childhood and adult life. "Writing is very therapeutic for me and I believe it can be that way for everyone. Never say I can't write. That is simply not true. You can write. You may not write up to other people's expectations or standards but you can write and you should. Journal your life, your feelings and experiences. Writing is a great way to express joy and relieve anger or unhealthy emotions and thoughts because you can then look at how you are feeling and thinking. You literally release those thoughts and emotions onto paper instead of keeping them in."
Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, Vincent has always been a lover of books, writing and reading. At the tender age of six, his enthusiasm for reading was rewarded when he was removed from one of his regular first grade classes and placed in a unique program called Junior Great Books. In this venue, reading and vocabulary skills were honed as well as exposure to other great literature. "As a child I loved Curious George and the normal kid stuff but Rudyard Kipling's Rikki Tikki Tavi and classics like Beowulf and Grendel always captured my imagination." Vincent also grew up as an avid comic book reader. "We didn't have a lot of money so brand new comic books were out of my reach at the time. But in Detroit they had a three pack of comics in plastic and the covers were cut off so they were not worth as much and sold for cheap. I had stacks of those. I started working at age eleven sweeping and mopping floors at a hair salon with my Dad and a significant portion of that money went to comics. This trend continued well into my teens and twenties and beyond."
Today, Vincent is happily married, has three children and resides in a suburb of Columbus, OH. He works on his books, screenplays and marketing every single day (sometimes to his wife's dismay). Vincent has always loved and written poetry throughout his childhood and adult life. "Writing is very therapeutic for me and I believe it can be that way for everyone. Never say I can't write. That is simply not true. You can write. You may not write up to other people's expectations or standards but you can write and you should. Journal your life, your feelings and experiences. Writing is a great way to express joy and relieve anger or unhealthy emotions and thoughts because you can then look at how you are feeling and thinking. You literally release those thoughts and emotions onto paper instead of keeping them in."
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August 24, 2024
If you know anything about how powerful words are, this book is a must read to expand on that knowledge. If you don't know how your words can affect your reality, then this book is a must read to jolt you into that truth. Vincent takes you on a journey of discovery that transports you to another realm - one you will want to linger in as the plot unfolds.
December 5, 2015
What if?
I kept that question in mind as i was captivated chapter by chapter. This is definitely a page turner with some unexpected twists along the way and will keep you guessing till the last page. If you are a Sci-Fi fan you will instantly be drawn in and the diverse array of characters, their situations, choices, outcome and the underlying message will keep you wanting more till the last page.
I kept that question in mind as i was captivated chapter by chapter. This is definitely a page turner with some unexpected twists along the way and will keep you guessing till the last page. If you are a Sci-Fi fan you will instantly be drawn in and the diverse array of characters, their situations, choices, outcome and the underlying message will keep you wanting more till the last page.
February 6, 2016
The book was excellent, well written with a good storyline. It was intriguing and held my attention throughout. The message was powerful and makes me aware of the words I speak.
I started the book and finished it on the same weekend and highly recommend it for the story and the message behind the story.
sjb
I started the book and finished it on the same weekend and highly recommend it for the story and the message behind the story.
sjb
January 28, 2016
Some interesting ideas in this first book, lots of hints about word world and what it's about along with some nice biblical references. About half way in it picked up steam and was rolling along. a heck of a twist or 2! I will be interested in reading the next book.
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December 16, 2015I won this book via Goodreads First Reads Giveaway. I received an autographed paperback copy.
September 11, 2016
"Word World" by Vincent H. Ivory pictures the power of words in a Sci-Fi setting.
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