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Tag Archives: Too Smart for God
TOO SMART FOR GOD Is Now Available!
My book, Too Smart for God, is now available in paperback or Kindle on Amazon.com. Here’s the description from the back of the book: Dave Simpson knew a lot of answers, but he didn’t know The Answer. A four-time Jeopardy! … Continue reading
An Update About My Book, and a Chapter
The publication of my book Too Smart for God, has been delayed by the COVID-19 situation. In the meantime here is a chapter that did not make the final edit – consider it kind of a “deleted scene.” Enjoy! CHAPTER … Continue reading
Posted in Too Smart for God
Tagged Adolescence, Cursing, John Boy, Parents, Too Smart for God
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Too Smart for God – Chapter One – Who’s This Book About?
Here’s a DRAFT of the first chapter of the book I’ve been working on for the past several years. If you have comments or suggestions for improvement I’d love to hear them. Or if you know of any agents or … Continue reading
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Tagged Christian Book, Jeopardy, Road to Emmaus, Saul to Paul, Too Smart for God
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Too Smart for God – The Bumper Sticker Version
It’s always seemed kind of presumptuous to tell folks I’m working on a book. I’ve gotten a little more comfortable with it lately Partly that’s because I’ve felt more entitled since I’ve started needing three digits to write the page … Continue reading
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Tagged Bumper Sticker, Too Smart for God, Writing Tips
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Jesus Loves the Little Children (Who Can Roll Their R’s)
(This summer my church has graciously granted me a sabbatical to finish my book, Too Smart for God. As I write, I’ll be posting some excerpts here for your enjoyment and for your feedback before I submit it to the inevitable … Continue reading