The Devil All The Time - Donald Ray Pollock BOOK REVIEW/GIVEAWAY

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[CaffeinatedCovers]

I don’t think he could have written a story like this, with this level of quality, without having lived as much of his life as he had before he started writing.

[kidrebel]

The copying a short story, or any literature you like, is a great tip. By copying someone else you can start to see the structure they used to make it, and then you can use that structure as a kind of guideline for your own writing. I don't feel like I need those guides in my own writing anymore, but I still do it whenever I have writing block or just want to understand something better.

[BetweenLinesAndLife]

Wow, this sounds like an absolutely incredible book! I definitely need to check it out!
And just another reason, why I am happy to support the channel!

[CrookedTooth]

The message of encouragement found within this video was most definitely something that I needed to hear. Another thing I appreciate is you sharing Pollock’s back story. That’s pretty nifty, if I do say so myself.

Also, I independently thought that Pollock’s work gives off the same vibe as McCarthy’s writing. Happy to hear that this comparison wasn’t some sort of lame projection that I had. Sometimes, self-doubt can be a son of a bitch.
Anyways, if you actually read this sleep deprived post, I kindly thank you. If not, I completely understand.

And lastly, thank you for making this channel, sharing your insights, and your library. It is much appreciated, sir.

Peace ✌🏻 and Respect ✊🏻.

[rileswain]

Donald Ray Pollock is easily one of my favorite authors. I had the same reaction you did when reading Knockemstiff and The Devil all the Time. I think one of my favorite aspects of Pollock is his ability to develop characters. Although there is no real "hero" in his stories, he has this ability to humanize even the darkest of characters. I cannot wait to see what Netflix does with this book, and I'm so thrilled Pollock is getting the recognition he deserves.

[TheDanrox]

I absolutely love Pollocks atmosphere, it’s such an intense version of noir that reminds me a lot of shows like True Detective. No really redeemable characters, dreary locations, the naked underbelly of humanity

[vforvendetta]

Just finished it. The hell of a good written book. Every chapter left a will to continue reading.

[ameygharse]

Man..every time u review a book, I wana buy it and read! Keep up the great reviews!

[johndavid]

If you're curious, you were a bit misinformed about the weather in Texas. I live between Austin and San Antonio, and it snowed a couple of inches here. But the last time wasn't 80 years ago. San Antonio got 13 inches in the winter of '86-'87. And it snows in the Panhandle quite frequently, seeing as how far north it is.

[OzarkPursuit]

A great review and thoughts on this, thank you. I just randomly watched the movie and now need more deeper details of the book. Ordered today.

[b.b.]

I found out about this book from the announcement of the upcoming netflix film and when I read the summary, I knew for sure it was the kind of book I would like. I got the book. It has exceeded all my expectations. One of my top three books for far.

[bensaylor]

"You have to have lived a life before you have something to right about." Very powerful thing to say. I always have to remind myself I'm not too late.

[ricanlee]

D. R. Pollock's success story is truly inspiring. John Gardner, one of my favorite novelists (gone too soon), also applied a similar practice technique. In ON BECOMING A NOVELIST, Gardner specifically recommends typing out James Joyce's "The Dead." I don't consider myself a writer nor do I intend to write someday, but I've devoured all of Gardner's work and his books about writing definitely gave me a different and more appreciative perspective on the art of writing. Great review!

[joaquincontreras]

Great review! I’ve been watching since day one and can’t get enough! Could you possibly review some John Cheever or Raymond Carver?

[Neat_o]

Your review and info about the author was so damn inspirational. Thank you man. I just discovered this channel and I’m so glad I did.

[AllenFreemanMediaGuru]

A great book by a guy who worked 32 years in a paper mill in West Virginia.

[efleishermedia]

As a Midwestern writer who has lived my whole life in a myriad of Minnesota small towns, this sounds EXACTLY like my cup of coffee and whiskey.
I absolutely love your style and vision, man.
Question: are you in the business of critiquing lesser known authors?
I've had several short stories published but still working on ye ol novel.
Thanks Cliff, you're one of a kind

[travisbickle]

You ought to check out the works by Larry Brown. Like Pollock, he has a similar and interesting background on how he started writing, and eventually got published. I actually came across him through discovering Pollock. I bought a collection of short stories titled, "Facing The Music, " and on the back cover, one of the authors who gave him praise was Harry Crews.

[adrianoteixeira]

Hunter Thompson also typed his favourite stories to learn how to write.

[christianscazzieri]

One of my all time favorites. Deserves a place in the absolute echelon of the best-of-the-best. And this channel kicks fucking asses. I'm obliged, Mr. Clifford Lee Sargent.