A quick note about Imaginary Jesus... this book is a comedy about our misconceptions about Jesus, and it's meant to be a fun read whether you're an atheist, a conservative Christian or something in between. You can read the first chapter if you click on the "downloads" link above. And if you're local and looking for a copy, Powell's downtown has a stack of them in the Red room, and I dropped by the other day and signed them all, so you can get a signed copy there. Most of the bookstores in town have copies, too, and of course you can always order from the online bookstore of your choice.
There's also a contest you might be interested in entering, deadline is July 1st. You could win an iPod, Kindle and 100 bucks to Powells, plus lunch with yours truly at a restaurant from the book.
Lastly, I want to say that everyone is welcome here... it really doesn't matter what your religious background or beliefs are, you're welcome to be part of the conversation here so long as you have a sense of humor and can respect other opinions that may be expressed.
Gracias. I look forward to getting to know you. Feel free to leave comments with your questions and I'll be glad to answer them, or send me a note and I'll write you back when I get a chance.
--Matt
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Glad you liked the feature story on you in the O! section of the Oregonian. Thought I'd note that in the newspaper article I simply say your book Imaginary Jesus is set at a local cafe, instead of the red and black cafe which is making such a splash- I explain why i set foot in the cafe to begin with in my blog today- the adventure continues- cornelia seigneur.
ReplyDeleteI, too, would like to thank "The Oregonian" for covering Matt and his hilarious book. I have really enjoyed his humor written in an original and inventive way. It's good for our newspapers and media to feature local authors (and there are many) in Oregon. The reading public needs to know that there is a diverse writing culture here in our state hungry to tell good stories. So it is a joy to discover Matt--our new talented Oregonian scribe! Kudos to "The Oregonian" and Mrs. Seigneur for writing about Matt! :)
ReplyDeleteI love the first chapter of your book.
ReplyDeleteI downloaded it from your site.
I am going to buy the book as soon as I can find somewhere local to get it.
If I can gain your permission, I would like to post the first chapter on my blog with a link to your site that readers can follow for info to purchase the entire book.
I have also read Mrs. Seigneurs artical
on the red and black and where can a police
officer get a cup of coffee which made reading your book all the more enjoyable.
I cant wait to read the whole book, keep up the good work.