Old Things

Here it is, the first week of February, and I am getting around to fulfill my sort-of resolution for the year: update my blog more often. The title for this is Old Things. Our society is so geared to always replacing, getting new that I think we often miss the warmth and wonder of the old. This applies to friends, family, houses, and books. My second book, Men Are, was published in 2003. My third book, Scraps, was published in 2009 and in the rush of publicity and bloom of sales from the "new", Men Are was left in the dust, or under it.

Well, this morning, I received this email from a reader: "I got my Dad your 'Men Are' book for Christmas. I think he thought I was crazy. He finally started reading it and asked about you. He said it has made him think about things. When he is finished I hope to read it. Maybe it will help our relationship. Thanks for making him think about things." A.N.

Scraps Video is Out!!

Finally after many hours, days, and months, the Scraps Video is out!. Thank you one an all that made this possible. You can enjoy it and perhaps see yourself here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j2slZASZATA

Review for Scraps

This just in from a New Mexican reader reviewing Scraps:
David Luck sees the best in people without overlooking the worst, and what shines through most of all in this collection is a tenderness for characters from all walks of life-- a homeless woman, a pregnant teenager, the easy mark of a middle-aged American couple visiting England, and the beautiful young pickpocket who inexplicably decides not to rob them. Highly recommended.

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This is a short story book written in a nice, commanding voice. It has good grammar, a grasp on language, and a pleasant narrative tone. The writer offers a variety of stories, some long, some short, some in the first person, some in the third person, etc. I particularly enjoyed "Petey," about a young vet treating a dead parrot. You can feel the vet's inexperience as he tried to deal with the parrot, which has caught his finger in its beak in a death grip. It is bumbling and funny. Likewise, "Katherine and Marlene" is a touching story of two homeless women who share a brief friendship before one freezes to death.

Mainstream Judge: 13

Writer’s Digest, 17^th Annual International Self-Published Book Awards Commentary

Marty Qualls Reviews Scraps

10/21 Marty Qualls gave 4 stars to: Scraps: Fictional Fragments by David Luck
bookshelves: fiction
status: Read in October, 2009

I really enjoyed the scenery of the book set in Colorado and Wyoming. It was just like coming home for me! (born and raised in Cheyenne and a regular visitor to Colorado when growing up). Especially enjoyable was any reference to the cold, wind, weather, smells in and views of the mountains. Characters in the stories crossed my mind several days after reading about their life experiences, so my "intrigue factor" was on high alert as I thought about the well drawn out characters and puzzled over how complex they were (but yet in many cases, they were in simple settings, leading simple lives). Reading the stories was very entertaining and emotional. I would like to read more of David Luck's work and will be purchasing his "Men Are" to see what his unique perspective is on us men!

Alanna Loftus Reviews Scaps

10/20 Alanna Loftus gave 3 stars to: Scraps: Fictional Fragments by David Luck
status: Read in October, 2009

Short stories that many can relate to, based on the author's observations through his life experiences or through observing others. Everyone has a "life story" and these are a few interesting collections. Enjoyed the author's writing style and would enjoy a novel by him.