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7/28/2011: "I just read ["The Lost And Found"], and you have the knack my friend. No wasted verbiage, no useless adjectives, no worthless adverbs - just good clean, sharp writing and the "snap" at the end which all good short stories must have. Congratulations on work well done. Keep it up .... I'm going to keep an eye on you. When you hit the NY Times best-seller list, I want to say I "knew you when!"' — John B., writer. Stone Mountain, Georgia.
1/10/2010: Regarding story 0035. “Just a note to tell you how much I enjoyed (and envy) “SHE.” You’ve successfully melded your knowledge of this “sport” with a terrific narrative, creating an unforgettable set of characters, one of which is a fusion of time and place. Your best yet! Cheers!” — Ray A., writer and current Two-Year LongShortStories subscriber. Washington, D.C.
1/03/2010: Regarding story 0016. When asked about his favorite LongShortStories story so far, this current One-Year subscriber replied: “After much perusing and thought, “Mr. Karoshi Comes to Call” is the winner. A very devious plot and yet I wonder about a follow up. It seems that such a nefarious way of moving up the corp ladder could have some sort of twisted repercussions?” — George A., writer and librarian. Homer, Alaska.
10/13/2009: Regarding story 0008. “Just finished reading [“Mowing for Mrs. Majdecki”]. My eyes are filled with tears … powerful story … touches me deeply … makes me think of the deeply humble and kind people I’ve met in my lifetime, people whose hearts were as big as the world, but were a bit ‘different’ from those around them.” — Terry B., Ph. D., choral director. Emporia, Kansas.
5/28/2009: Regarding stories 0046, 47 and 48. “At last, part 2! I like serial stories. [“Suggestions”] is a good one and keeps my interest. Wonder how you’ll finish it. Waiting for part 3.” — Betty L., just renewed One-Year subscriber, Irvine, California.
4/26/09: Regarding story 0057, “Sandtown Gal.” “What a story. I chuckled throughout.” — Boyd S., writer and charter Two-Year LongShortStories subscriber. Siren, Wisconsin.
1/21/09: Regarding story 0032. In response to reading “River Pig,” this reader comments: “Interesting story. You really got the yakuza scene down pat.” — Koji K., British Columbia, Canada.
“What a unique, creative, and interesting website with fantastic stories from [a] very talented man!” — Helen S., multiple Grammy-nominated recording artist. Los Angeles.
“I did indeed enjoy your … writing. I am impressed with your ability to paint such rich visuals with words, you captured my interest immediately. I look forward to reading more.” — Kirby S., world-renowned painter of Native American Indians. Colorado.
“Once again a story worthy of my coffee break! … I am looking forward to the arrival of the next story. Keep them coming! …Your very best to date! Much more than five star.” — Pam B., retired. England.
‘OBSIDIAN’ is a wonderful short story. [It] reads like poetry, is a healing experience in itself. I want to read more ….” — Bonnie, Cape Cod, Massachusetts.
“Just finished reading … ‘FOUL’ … and it’s very good. Hard to believe it was written by a man. … I really like the way you write.” — Heather H., writer and playwright. San Jose.
“Check out Wayne’s short stor[ies]. He’s a great writer. A lot of high quality work is available through this website. Enjoy!” — Tom R., business writer. Missouri.
“This is one super dude with a bright head on his shoulders.” — Terry F., retired Army, writer. Alabama.
“Wayne Long has written a number of stories for The DX Magazine. The stories received numerous compliments on both Wayne’s content and writing style. He has a flair for presenting the story in an interesting style that holds your attention to the end. I highly recommend his writings to anyone who likes to read.” Carl Smith, Editor/Publisher — QRZ DX and The DX Magazine.
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