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Conventional Wisdom: Tales of a Blacklisted Fan-Boy

 
 
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Conventional Wisdom: Tales of a Blacklisted Fan-Boy

5.0(4 customer reviews)

Conventional Wisdom: Tales of a Blacklisted Fan-Boy is a heartwarming and somewhat demented tale of one man's experiences as a volunteer for Science Fiction and Japanese animation conventions. Unique storytelling and poignant anecdotes highlight fifteen years as part of an insane dream, populated by jolly pirate nicknames and an endless parade of unusual faces; and even more unusual situations. A must read for anyone who has ever felt a little different, and wanted a place to fit in.

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Product Details:
Author: James Clayton
Paperback: 230 pages
Publisher: BookSurge Publishing
Publication Date: April 21, 2008
Language: English
ISBN: 1419695460
Package Length: 8.0 inches
Package Width: 5.25 inches
Package Height: 0.52 inches
Package Weight: 0.72 pounds
Average Customer Rating: based on 4 reviews
 
 

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3 of 3 found the following review helpful:

5fantastic convention memoir  May 08, 2008
By Sara Wallace "bibliophile"
even if you have never been to a convention, the stories held within this book are truly captivating.
the conversational style of writing makes this a very comfortable and quick read and makes you feel as if you really know the people described in the pages.
I couldn't put it down personally. It is a tale of finding your place within the chaos of life, family, and fandom. Can't keep a good fan down!


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5Amazing read!  May 04, 2008
By J. Emes
Could NOT put this book down! Incredible story and the author really makes you feel the emotions of what is happening. Definatley one of the best non fiction books I have EVER read.

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5Great Book; if you know about the con or not, it's awesome!  Apr 25, 2008
By Amanda Richmond
When I picked up Conventional Wisdom, I actually ended up reading it all in one sitting, because I couldn't put it down. There are parts that make you laugh out loud (and get strange looks) and parts that will make you cry. The book is wonderfully written, and what's great is even after i've finished it, i keep going back to it to read different stories. I highly recommend this book to EVERYONE.

1 of 1 found the following review helpful:

5Anime Conventions defined  Nov 29, 2008
By Beth Davis "Forever Learning"
This book is witty, enlightening for those wanting to know what it's like to attend anime conventions and touching at times. The author, Cheshire aka James Clayton, writes well of his experiences. Though some seem unlikely, I know some of the people who he speaks of (I married Ogre)and I've been told the events are true.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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