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Richard Bell

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Born
in Chicago, The United States
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Influences
Vonnegut, HG Wells, Rex Stout, Frank Herbert

Member Since
August 2014


Born in Chicago, grew up (sort of) before computers and cell phones. Have worked in a wide variety of jobs: warehousing, delivery driving, social services and finally office work. I started writing as therapy to treat depression during a dark time in life. My book is dedicated to all who have cared for a loved one suffering from a life-threatening illness and some of my proceeds go to cancer research.
Otherwise I'm just an average guy.
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Richard Bell Someone said tragedy plus time equals comedy. The basis of my humor comes from sad things. I take sadness and twist it so that I can deal with it and …moreSomeone said tragedy plus time equals comedy. The basis of my humor comes from sad things. I take sadness and twist it so that I can deal with it and keep my sanity. Besides that is the play on words I enjoy. I put a lot of work into the stories referencing each other in unexpected ways. Some of the stories are better than others, but that is true of all authors; not all Harry Potter books are ranked equally. Humor also comes from unexpected twists. (less)
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Life Seemed Good, But...

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As you know, I am trying to change the world with my book and remain anonymous at the same time. Therefore I ask you to help people know about the book and leave my name out of it, thank you very much.
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Published on February 18, 2018 17:26 Tags: cancer, enlightenment, humor
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“Everyone has things they are afraid of, real and imaginary.”
Richard Bell, Life Seemed Good, But...

“If you stand too close to your reflection, you cannot see the full picture of who you are.”
Richard J Bell, Life Seemed Good, But....: A collection of short quirky stories

“When one heart speaks, other hearts cannot help but listen.”
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“Always keep your mouth closed when cleaning the toilet.”
Richard J Bell, Life Seemed Good, But....: A collection of short quirky stories
tags: humor

“It is sometimes an appropriate response to reality to go insane.”
Philip K. Dick, VALIS

“I like nonsense, it wakes up the brain cells. Fantasy is a necessary ingredient in living.”
Dr. Seuss

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