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Teenage Dreams

Catcher
in the rye-
disillusion
rides a one trick
pony

Tribute inspired by the news  J D Salinger died last week.He captured the mind of teenagers 
before the term was invented in the 50's

on writing and wordsteencinqku

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Doris Culverhouse

February 3, 2010 at 5:47 PM

nice tribute

Joyce Johnson

February 2, 2010 at 8:15 AM

A great tribute to a famous author at his death. Thank you for your comments Brian and your contests to keep us writing. Love, Joyce

Andrea Dietrich

February 1, 2010 at 1:27 PM

I really liked this one from you, Brian. I actually never read this book for some reason. But that LONG Lord of the Rings trilogy sure did make our HS reading list (in the day)!! I know Salinger was a big influence! Great job. Andrea

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

February 1, 2010 at 11:58 AM

Hi Brian.. just to let u know just received the book in today's mail.. thankxxx so very much... will begin reading it this evening.. luv.. Linda-Marie..

Sara Kendrick

February 1, 2010 at 9:12 AM

Not familiar with this person but will look him up. Keep the educational writes coming. Thanks for stopping by and commenting on my work. Sara

Dane Ann Smith-Johnsen

February 1, 2010 at 8:38 AM

Brian, Sad about his death... Glad about your inspired cinqku... Your astuteness impresses me. I always enjoy reading your work. (Thank you for your kind comments on my work.) Respectfully, Dane Ann

John Patrick Robbins Aka Gonzo

February 1, 2010 at 8:04 AM

Salinger was a great writter and more kids should read catcher and the rye a true classic by a deeply private writer great job Brain And im more than glad to read a tribute to JD great write