Kristina M.
I learned a lot about rape kits that I had no idea about. I hope that by bringing attention to this we can change the lives of countless victims. Thank you for writing such an amazing book!
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The Power of Truth
Mark W.
I am very interested and the book looks great, but I have not had time to dig in yet. I have some interesting Bootleg stories to tell myself, since I was a teenage bootlegger from Seattle woods worked in a shop that sold TOQ projects and engaged in some social Seattle shows ourselves. We were even busted by the FBI ! Let me know if you want to know more and maybe see pix
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Yves S.
This is such a great book! It's invaluable to have the information and matrix numbers for each release all in one place. Of course all of the original TMOQ releases have been "bootlegged" ad nauseam and this makes it so much easier to identify the originals.
The best part of this book are the stories behind the important releases and the history. I was completely engrossed and read through it all in one day.
The people behind this book spent a lot of time compiling it, and did an incredible ...
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Vinny S.
Genius is a great company. Their books are all beautifully done. I own several. They are also a fair price. I love the discographies. Wish they would do Dylan, Miles, Springsteen, Coltrane, Billy Joel etc etc Thanks!
Monk's Music
Marc R.
Fantastic book! If you bought bootlegs in the seventies you would be aware of the pioneering Trade Mark Of Quality label. The sound would normally be very good and the vinyl would be housed in a sleeve with stunning artwork by William Stout.
Now you can relive those halcyon days with this gorgeous book detailing all of the releases and the glorious artwork. You also get photos of the reels and stories accompanying the individual bootlegs.
Even if you did not get bootlegs, you still need this ...
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Gerald B.
Wow! What a great story and resource. Someone has to make a movie about Trademark of Quality story. A lot of work went into this and a fascinating story it is. Great photos. I can't give it enough praise. Highly recommended!!!!
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Richard H.
What a well researched and detailed book. It is an amazing view into the history of the bootleg record industry. While I wish it were a hardcover, this book it a wealth of information on a subject that is purposely secretive and undocumented.
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Louann S.
This book is so very detailed and brings back so many memories for me as relates to my past history of collecting Beatles music and literature. Will be enjoying it for a long time to come. I give it an A+++++. Greg Sandel
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Mark S.
Well written book with great detail and information about an important subject to record collectors and music lovers alike. An important part of music history that no one wants to accept was part of the music scene in the 70s. Great read!!!!
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John P.
Been buying bootlegs since the early 1970s. All vinyl back then. Mostly CDs and DVDs
nowadays. This book is a great historical chronicle of the early days of bootleg records.
It's well-written and has lots of cool photos. I highly recommend it to anyone who
collects records and CDs, especially bootlegs. I thought I knew everything about
bootlegs but found out I didn't. A really nice book.
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Michelle J.
Great book. Kept me on the edge of my seat. I really enjoyed The Girl I Never Knew too so I am so ready for book three! When is it coming out?
Strangled
Bill P.
A Pig's Tale is the book I didn't know I needed so badly! As a longtime buyer of boots in NYC's Village it was fascinating to learn the who's and how's behind one of the most famous labels. Thanks for putting out the B-side to the official story!
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Judy B.
If you listen to true crime podcasts and consider yourself an amateur investigator, you'll enjoy the cleverly constructed True Crime Activity Book. It will test your knowledge of past crimes to be sure. Unique and satisfying.
True Crime Activity Book
Lisa H.
This story is close to me as I attended St. Alipius school in Ballarat. Even though I am not a victim, I feel strongly for all the victims, especially in my era of schooling. Lots of things make sense now.
The Boy in the Presbytery: Paul Levey's brave battle to End the Silence
Elizabeth K.
Wow. I know evil exists and this book told the gruesome tale of a detective's memorable cases. To shrug this off and say that could never happen in your backyard, think again. The most eye opening statistic is that at any one point, we could have passed a serial killer and not know it. This is a must read.
Evil Desire: Recollections of a Sex Crimes Detective
Jenny M.
It gave me a greater understanding of what actually has happened within the church’s and their heads. I really feel for all the people who have been affected by these terrible events.
The Boy in the Presbytery: Paul Levey's brave battle to End the Silence
Che O.
“A Pigs Tail” is an absolutely fantastic read, and it’s also superbly illustrated. If you have a vinyl passion, or simply enjoy a story of how a couple of guys created an industry, then you’ll love this. Details of all the original TMOQ releases, with wonderful full colour illustration throughout. When I finished it, my only thought was what a great film the story would make. Go Pigman!
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Robert H.
This is a really good page-turner. Taught, suspenseful, relevant to our pre and post pandemic times. This is great movie material!
The Orchard
David D.
Dutch Threat is a Dutch Treat! Josh Pachter weaves a great classic mystery together in this novel. Set in Amsterdam and featuring a very likable and engaging protagonist who finds his first visit to the Netherlands is not at all what he expected. Pachter crafts a swift-paced and intriguing plot, cracking dialogue, a baffling murder, and altogether scores a home run with this novel.
Dutch Threat
David Y.
The EAR/Golden State Killer/Joseph DeAngeles was one of the more compelling True Crime cases but there is a very interesting back story that has never fully been explored. It is well documented that he committed a series of strange burglaries in Visalia, a town 200 miles to the south during a two year period before the Sacramento rapes began. Law Enforcement alerted Sacramento authorities of the similarities but they decided the crimes were unrelated. This book is about three murders committe...
12/26/75 (Twelve Twenty-Six Seventy-Five)
Patricia N.
A true story, well researched and told! Mr. Orrick approaches his sources with respect, and they reward him with the insight needed to bring the facts to light.
He writes in an easy way, almost like a letter written from him to you. His avid interest in this mystery is conveyed in a way that sucks you in, too.
Page turner with unexpected twists, insightful context, richly descriptive!
The Crater Lake Murders
Lacy L.
Scary book. I had no idea this world existed! I met the author recently and really enjoyed hearing her speak! Highly recommend if you need a true crime book fix. Read Strangled!
Strangled
Amanda M.
This book was a scary eye opening reality of a world nobody knows about. Our book club just finished it and we heard Ladonna speak. Really scary stuff. Good book!
Strangled
Sheryl W.
Heard laDonna Humphrey speak at our book club and I am beyond impressed. Her books are so good but I think seeing her in person was the icing on the cake. Read this book!!!
Strangled
Susan B.
Eyes wide open. The hard truth exposed with no ego involved -- you won't see this in any other book, podcast, or documentary out there. Tony Reid lays out the facts with compassion and years of research and dedication. To say it is heartbreaking is an understatement. Mr. Reid reveals the lives of victims and heroes heretofore unacknowledged that the "official narrative" prefers to leave as barely a footnote or erase entirely from history for the sake of political and personal gain. Immensely sad...
12/26/75 - a wrongful conviction that let the Visalia Ransacker go free
Philip K.
Brilliant photos of a true musical genius. A great book that helps to keep Brian Jones image alive, why else would we be talking about him 50 years later. Cheers Philip Kean.
Brian Jones: Butterfly in the Park
James R. P.
The old bluesy jazz number, St. James Infirmary, has been with us for nearly a hundred years, its origins - however obscure - now embedded deep within our culture, where it continues to steep and periodically emerge, often in somewhat altered form. It seems that everyone has recorded it, from Blind Willie McTell to Della Reese to Hoyt Axton to Allen Toussaint to Tom Jones. It is the epitome of an organic song, a living, changing piece of popular art. Are we bored with it yet? No.
If you enjoy a...
I Went Down To St. James Infirmary
Diego M.
Great book! The quality of the paper is beautiful, as well as the photography and words on it. I would buy from these guys again in a heartbeat - worth every cent.
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Janice N.
Robert Harwood’s depiction of the blues and jazz world of the 1920’s and 1930’s America, moving forward throughout the 20th Century is a fascinating portrayal of the lives of those involved. Creating, producing, surviving and thriving in this newly emerging environment of copyright, performing, recording, and distribution was no small feat for those involved. Harwood’s stories of how people accomplished what they did in this particular time period and musical genre is an informative and extreme...
I Went Down To St. James Infirmary - an history of the jazz-blues song
Peter W.
An incredible resource and trip down memory lane! If you collected boots back when you'll love this, you'll find yourself pulling out the old boots you haven't listened to in years.
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Jim M.
When I heard about this I was able to get a signed copy immediately. I waited 10 months approximately and was not disappointed when it arrived. Very nice heavy stock and ink. Love looking at the pics and reading all this book has to tell. Do yourself a favor and grab the paperback if still available. This book is on par to Genisis Publishing out of the UK. No relation to Genius Book Publishing. But you have hit the nail on the head with this book! Buy one for yourself and extras for gifts!!!!
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Terry S.
I was not aware of the quantity of bootlegs there were - being from the east coast it is possible that most did not make it out here - I am very impressed with the information supplied and look forward to reading and sharing this book - my compliments to Ralphh and Harold for an outstanding work
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Phillip F.
This is an extremely great product for someone who grew up collecting some of these recorded masterpieces. Expertly researched, I sit and wonder why I sold these collector items. I just remember going to the back of the record stores in Maryland with my brothers and flipping through of some these LPs.
Genius kept me informed throughout the process and very happy with the transaction.
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Shirley B.
I loved this book so much! The passion! The twists and turns! And the chapter about HORRORMAN! I can't give this book enough stars. Fantastic. Well-written. Entertaining. I just know the author will crack the case!
The Girl I Never Knew
Robert H.
This book is extraordinary a must read you can truly feel the amount of passion the author put into this book as if you were actually involved in the case yourself I myself definitely feel it's a 5 star book and I'm excited to read more books from this author
The Girl I Never Knew
Jennifer A.
I received an advanced copy of Strangled. HOLY CRAP! HOLY WOW! This is going to BLOW UP the world of violent pornography. Ladonna and Alecia, thank you for not allowing women's voices to be silenced. CHARGE ON FOR JUSTICE!
Strangled
Chris A.
Exciting read. LaDonna takes you on a journey to find a killer. It is one hell of a journey, too! I never know what to expect with a new author but LaDonna did not disappoint. She's an author I will be watching! She's seeking justice and I damn sure hope she gets it. JUSTICE FOR MELISSA WITT.
The Girl I Never Knew
Super M.
Fantastic book and not just because I knew the author in college. It's well-written, passionate, and page turner. Grab a glass of wine and prepare to have your mind blown. It gave me that same feeling I get when I listen to "Run" by Snow Patrol. Seriously, I hope everyone reads this book to find out what I have always known: you are talented, wonderful and a fighter. #justiceformelissawitt
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Massimo P.
wonderful, i have dozens of the records by Pig!
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David F.
Robert Harwood's I Went Down to St James Infirmary provides fascinating detail woven into an enlightened narrative. I learned lots reading this, and enjoyed it. Appreciated the informative footnotes, the appendices, and the graphics (eg, sheet music, contemporaneous dance promo fliers, photos) and two indexes. Harwood sets the bar nice and high for future musical-historical researchers.
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