Writing Reflections
The first reviews of Wild Goose Chase are starting to come out. Definitely want to say a huge thanks to the bloggers who are reviewing the book. Feel free to post a link in the comments.
For what it's worth, the book was written for a general audience. Ought to challenge just about anybody in any circumstances. But I think it'll really nail people who have lost the adventure of following Christ.
I really struggled with the "sophomore book." I think the influence that In a Pit with a Lion on a Snowy Day had actually made it more difficult to write the sequel. But at the end of the day, I really feel like I wrote what God wanted me to write. And, as an author, that is all you can.
Really been encouraged by early reviews. Most people have told me they read the book in one sitting which I take as a huge compliment. It's one of my goals as a writer. I want to write in a way that is easy to read but then requires people to go back and reflect on what they read.
T-minus three days!
For what it's worth, the book was written for a general audience. Ought to challenge just about anybody in any circumstances. But I think it'll really nail people who have lost the adventure of following Christ.
I really struggled with the "sophomore book." I think the influence that In a Pit with a Lion on a Snowy Day had actually made it more difficult to write the sequel. But at the end of the day, I really feel like I wrote what God wanted me to write. And, as an author, that is all you can.
Really been encouraged by early reviews. Most people have told me they read the book in one sitting which I take as a huge compliment. It's one of my goals as a writer. I want to write in a way that is easy to read but then requires people to go back and reflect on what they read.
T-minus three days!
36 Comments:
Thanks for the copy of Wild Goose Chase. It was great to preview it. I posted a few of my musings at http://journeynorthblog.com.
Mark - one sitting was easier said and done now that I am on east coast time and have slept 3 hours overnight. . . but reading it on the red-eye from Vegas will make it all the more memorable as I move forward in my adventure. Thanks for helping me understand why I wasn't chasing the Goose like I used too.
benjaminzimmerman.wordpress.com
It was amazing. Thanks for the book. It's good to know that you care about the little guy. Also, it has been awesome to have been touched by your ministry through your podcasts and books.
benchambers.blogspot.com
Hey Mark,
I was like the 4th person to sign up for the book to review and I still have not received it by mail. Have I been missed my brother? Anyway, if I feel though the crack I understand. I read your first book and loved it. I will buy this one also if I don't get it in the mail.
Thanks,
Steve Wright
saltminepastor@gmail.com
Mark, Great job at ECHO last night! Thanks for the opportunity to read and review WGC.
You have blessed my life and my ministry. Thanks brother!
http://www.michealfelker.com/2008/08/12/book-review-wild-goose-chase/
Mark, I can't wait to get this book! I'm a youth pastor who desperately wants to be someone who cannot only effectively lead students to reach unchurched people, but who also effectively reaches people myself. You are an inspiration and I pray that I can truly be a dangerously effective person in this culture for the Kingdom. Thanks
P.S. If you or anyone else have reading suggestions for me to become effective in reaching, I'd love to hear about it!
Pastor Mark. My wife and I just read the first chapter from chasethegoose.com. It was definitely the right thing at the right time. We are in a transition right now and seeking God's will on what His next step in ministry is for our family. I felt like that you were speaking directly to me and I appreciate all the thought and prayer that you put into this book. I look forward to reading the book in it's entirety once it is released. Thank you.
Mark,
Thank you so much for the honor of being able to participate in your blog tour. "Wild Goose Chase" came at an incredible time. I just posted my review.
Two months ago I left a job at a mega church (after 13 years there) to pursue my dream of working in the medical field. After reading "In a Pit with a Lion" (about 20 times) - I finally found the guts to push past my fear and take the leap. I wish I had done this years ago! LOL
God provided a "dream job" for me - working not only for a Christian doctor - but, a doctor who has an incredible ministry to the people of our community. (He is a psychiatrist who specializes in children & adolescents - and their families). I still feel like I am dreaming! :)
Praying God's richest blessings on you and the ministry that God has entrusted to you!
Mark,
Thank you so much for the honor of being able to participate in your blog tour. "Wild Goose Chase" came at an incredible time. I just posted my review.
Two months ago I left a job at a mega church (after 13 years there) to pursue my dream of working in the medical field. After reading "In a Pit with a Lion" (about 20 times) - I finally found the guts to push past my fear and take the leap. I wish I had done this years ago! LOL
God provided a "dream job" for me - working not only for a Christian doctor - but, a doctor who has an incredible ministry to the people of our community. (He is a psychiatrist who specializes in children & adolescents - and their families). I still feel like I am dreaming! :)
Praying God's richest blessings on you and the ministry that God has entrusted to you!
Great read, Mark!
People can check out my review at http://jeffwideopen.blogspot.com/
Jeff
I finished reading and got my review posted tonight!
Wild Goose Chase review on Because I said so blog
Chris Meirose
Mark ~
So far it has been a great read. I will post my review soon on dougsfoggiestideas.com
Thanks for the opportunity!
Hey Mark. "Wild Goose Chase" is a superb follow up to "In a Pit." I'm honored to have been able to read an advanced copy. "Wild Goose Chase" really challenged me in a number of ways and I think it will for others as well. No doubt this book will make a big impact. I especially love the example of the "cage" you use in the book and the call to action the book contains. It's more than just great insight, it's loaded with tangible application and promptings that made me realize I need to step out more. It's like one giant verb. :)
My review up at
www.danieldecker.net
-daniel
I too have not recieved my book yet. I recieved a confirmation email from the publisher but no Goose to Chase yet...I can't wait to read and review it!
Josh,
Try emailing Colleen a follow-up email. Should have gotten it by now! Maybe confirm address?
Sorry you don't have it yet :)
Mark
Thanks for the opportunity to review. Here is my link - http://thoughtsofresurrection.wordpress.com/2008/08/15/wild-goose-chase/
haven't received mine yet. but looking forward to it. colleen said they shipped monday.
will post a review when i read it.
pastorgw.blogspot.com
Hi Mark! Great book!! Man it confirmed so much in my spirit. You can view my review here:
http://nolangalido.com/?p=63
thanks for the book. it was a great read and comes at a great time - especially when we're discussing more and more what it really means to be a follower of Christ and a part of the body of Christ.
here's my review:
http://www.casadeblundell.com/jonathan/faith/mark-batterson-wild-goose-chase/
thanks again! hope you enjoyed your stay in Texas (and Ellis County)
Hey, I've started to build interest for my upcoming review and also linked to you...
Thanks for the opportunity to review your book..my review is posted at:
http://ordinarychris.blogspot.com/2008/08/wild-goose-chase_16.html
Thanks for the challenging words...
This was a great idea. Thanks for letting me be a part of it.
My review is at www.martyschmidt.wordpress.com
Hey Mark - love the book. My copy's already pretty well marked up! It has definitely met me where I am in my own walk with Jesus.
My review's at http://milefromthebeach.wordpress.com
Blessings!
Andy
Part two of my three-part review is posted here: http://icrucified.com/icruciblog/archives/category/books
Looking forward to completing the book and review in the next day or two.
Mark-I'm really looking forward to picking up Wild Goose Chase. Do you know if it is going to be available in a Kindle Edition on Amazon anytime soon?
Kindle version of In a Pit is supposed to release next week. Not sure about Wild Goose Chase. Supposed to be a Kindle version, but I don't know the release date.
Mark
Thanks for the copy of the book. I thnk the sophomore project was evn better! Great job Mark.
Review at:
www.pastorwithcoffee.com
Paul Scheperle
Outstanding Mark. Thank you for your passion and effort to help others achieve what they only dream about. This book is going to break down a lot of walls for people. FYI - I have preached in the same church that only had 7 pews too. www.russjones.us
Hey Mark,
Enjoyed being part of the blog tour. Phenomenal read. Hit home in a BIG way. You can see my review at www.louicanchola.com
thank you mark for the amazing book... and the opportunity to review it.
http://www.blairfarley.com/WordPress/2008/08/18/wild-goose-chase-review/
Thanks Mark for the chance to read and review the book.
http://stevencole.org/?p=159
Steven Cole
Thanks for the opportunity to preview "Wild Goose Chase" and participate in the blog tour! It's an incredible read - ranking up there with "In a Pit..." as one of the most influential books I've EVER read. I'm on my second pass through it now, and - if it's like my copies of "In a Pit", "Wild Goose Chase" will be worn out, read over and over and passed around for years to come!
Thanks!
Todd
www.warnock.org
Great book! Thanks for inspiring me. I gave you a plug this morning at:
www.revitalizeyourchurch.blogspot.com
thanks for the excerpt of WGC and for the comments at the Mens Retreat. I thank you for your transparancy and genuine enthusiam in serving God.
As many before me have said, Thank you for the opportunity to review your latest book. You are a talented writer, and a great communicator of God's Word. Your book has been a great inspiration to me as I Chase the Wild Goose. Thanks again,
http://tamccain.blogspot.com
my post about Wild Goose Chase
http://livingthedash.tv/2008/08/19/mark-battersons-wild-goose-chase-book-give-away/
still time to sign up for the book give away!
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