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Jed Oliver

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about me

My goal is simply to write enjoyable stories, to give my readers a smile, a chuckle, and a brief vacation from the hectic world around us. If reading my work brings anyone a bit of relaxation and cheer, even if only for a little while, then I am satisfied. Comments are welcome.

I do attempt to return reads, but please do not ask me to read horror or extreme violence.

I do not participate in the "friends" system, as it complicates my message box, but will be happy to consider you one.

favourite books

Authors: Tom Robbins, Patrick O'Brian, Janet Evanovich, Anita Loos, A.A. Milne, Jack Kerouac, M.C. Beaton, Agatha Christie, Garrison Keillor,T.S. Eliot, e e cummings, Dan Brown, Edna St. Vincent Millay, and many many more who have brought joy, satisfaction, excitement, and knowledge into my life.

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http://www.bookbrowser.moonfruit.com/     http://jedswords.wordpress.com/

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my books

French Roast and Lingerie

Jed Oliver

When your Mother names you Humphrey, you are almost fated to become a private eye. Or a vice president.



What do French roast coffee, panty raiders, the CIA and the FBI have in common? It's a mystery, and newly minted private eye Humphrey Jameson must solve it.

What secrets does famous bank robber John Dillinger's hideout in the backwoods of Wisconsin conceal, and who is hiding out there now?

What deception lies in master FBI agent Judy's past, and how will it effect Humphrey's future?

Who is the beautiful and mysterious woman Soong Bird, and how does she manage to slide into her Lamborgini sport-car in such a tight dress?

Private detective Humphrey Jameson, driving his Mini-Cooper and elegantly dressed in his trademark fedora, faces all these mysteries, and much more, as he learns whether it is possible to train oneself to be fast enough to dodge assassins bullets.
Can one man survive the attacks of many?
Maybe he can, if his name is Humphrey.



 

Saving Bob (a whimsy)

Jed Oliver

A humorous novelette fairytale
for adults who are young at heart.





Bob is lost on a dark forest path. Vicious wild creatures can be heard all around, snarling, screaming, growling, hissing. Can Bob survive, and reach safety? It is up to Jed, the author, and Frankie, his sometimes girlfriend, to guide Bob to some type of sanctuary. Can they succeed, before being attacked, and possibly devoured?
(Don't worry, it's a comedy.)

This story raises many important questions, such as:
How did Bob get there, and would he really rather be at the Taj Mahal?
Is it possible to make a hit movie of a story which takes place mainly in the dark?

Discover once and for all whether the pen is actually mightier than the sword.
Who is Mrs Valderheiden, does she really know the Queen, and why does she serve such strange tea?
What is Beautiful Princess Mabel's big problem, and why does she cry so much?
Can goats really belch tin cans?
What are the two principal uses of a Knights lance?
Can Jed really promise Bob a happy ending, or is he offering more than he can deliver?

For the answers to all these questions and many more, don't miss this great classic:
****** SAVING BOB *******

 

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Maevesleibhin wrote 1 day ago

Jed. I think It would be very helpful if you asked the writer wheth....

Maevesleibhin wrote 1 day ago

My goodness, Jed, sorry to make you lose sleep! No worries. It is re....

Maevesleibhin wrote 2 days ago

Jed, please don't be discouraged. It's just a lot of work promoting o....

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Hey Jed, I hope you are well. I was wondering, as you are a very a....

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Hi, invite you read my books. thanks

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I wrote 10 days ago

Ginger the Buddha Cat by Joe Kovacs Comlit Review The pitch is enticing. Especially the short pitch. I also like the cover picture a lot, but I never realized that attaining enlightenment included being bestowed with a halo. Chapter 1: Got my interest. What can Ginger be up to? This ch... view book

I wrote 15 days ago

Wondrous! Marvelous! Enchanting! This book deserves every superlative I can think of, and perhaps others I haven't learned yet. With writing this good, there is no need for me to wish you good luck. It'll come anyway. Best regards, Jed Oliver (French Roast and Lingerie) (Saving Bob) P.S. I'd consi... view book

I wrote 20 days ago

Tod, this is wonderfully charming and original writing. Very enjoyable! Best of luck with all your books! Regards, Jed Oliver (French Roast and Lingerie) (Saving Bob) view book

I wrote 22 days ago

Cassidy Brown and The Worst Two Weeks Ever by Emily Marston Comlit review First, the title: The name Cassidy Brown is, all by itself, charming. “The Worst Two Weeks Ever” makes us immediately wonder what must happen. I was hooked by the first line, and completely captured by the first page. ... view book

I wrote 26 days ago

The Wishing Place by Mindy Haig comments The title is great, and attracted me. Your long pitch is fine, but would read more easily if broken into around three paragraphs. The short pitch didn't do it for me. It sounds like something from a horror story. Maybe it will mean more to me as I read... view book

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