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Thursday, April 25, 2013

A to Z Challenge – V for Vendetta and Valley of the Kings, Plus Ninja News and Breaking the Reins

My theme for the A to Z Challenge is Favorite Movies, Bloggers, and Music! I’ll name a favorite movie that corresponds with the letter, and then select a character from the film. I will then name a favorite blogger who reminds me of that character, and then dedicate a song to him. (Also corresponding with the alphabet.) I’ll wrap it all up with trivia and/or fun facts about the movie, the blogger, or the music!

In addition, two lucky commenters this month will receive a review copy of CassaStorm! One comment per day and each is worth one entry except – the first and one hundredth comments on each day will receive ten entries!

V for Vendetta

Based on a graphic novel that is loosely based on a real life event, this film is clever. It contains a great twist in the middle that you don’t see coming. Hugo Weaving is awesome, conveying so much through a mask for the entire film. And one learns a bit about Guy Fawkes in the process!

V is a man with a vision and a purpose. Although his methods are violent and a bit warped, you have to admire that he never wavers. He sticks to his values and convictions.

Who is V?

Mark Koopmans!

(Minus the mask, of course. And the homicidal tendencies. But Mark is a madman.)

Mark has a vision for his family and life. His values are very grounded and he sticks to his Faith. He’s proud of his heritage and his Christian beliefs, and I really admire him for that. He might just be a little crazy as well…

Mark is a writer, devoted father and husband, and resident Irish Madman.

To you I dedicate Valley of the Kings by Blue Murder. (Title leads to YouTube.)

Because you understand… “A thousand souls plead for mercy, A thousand times over, You’ll hear it on the wind, These sinners never sinned…”

Trivia and Facts:

We know Mark is a stay-at-home dad – what does his wife do?

There’s a line in the film about God playing dice with the universe, which originally came from this line – “At any rate, I am convinced that God does not play dice,” an objection to quantum theory. Who said it?

U’s trivia answer – In Geek mythology, “Selene” means the Moon.


Ninja News

Tara Tyler gave me her Ultra Blogger Award for my encouraging attitude and the IWSG. Thank you, Tara! I can’t think of a better person to pass it along to than A to Z Challenge founder, Lee at Tossing it Out!

Boston Charity Book Giveaway!
Check out SA Larson’s SITE for details – lots of great prize packages.

Jackie at Bouquet of Books and Dani at Entertaining Interests are hosting the Heroes & Villains Blogfest on June 6. Visit their sites for details.

Cover Reveal!

Breaking the Reins by Juliana Haygert
Publication date: August 2013
Genre: NA Contemporary Romance

Horses, mansions, tea parties, and lies are twenty-year-old Hannah Taylor’s life. To others, her family and her relationship with Eric is perfect. But she knows the truth. She lives it…

Find it at Goodreads



Have you seen V for Vendetta? Think Mark is a Madman? (In a good way of course.) Remember Blue Murder? Signing up for the charity giveaway? Joining the blogfest? Excited about Juliana’s book? And can you believe we’ve only four letters to go…?

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133 comments:

  1. Livia PetersonApril 25, 2013 at 1:25 AM

    I love Mark and no, he isn't a madman. Mark has amazed me from Day One and I'm glad I can call him a friend.

    Awesome choice, Alex! :)

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  2. Stephen TrempApril 25, 2013 at 1:28 AM

    I'm a big Mark Koopman fan! An all around great gut Mark is. Thanks for giving Mark his props.

    Let's hops Mark never develops homicidal tendencies hahaha!

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  3. UnknownApril 25, 2013 at 1:46 AM

    I love Mark! One of my favorite blogs for sure! :) And V for Vendetta was an awesome movie. I really enjoyed it. Thanks for the info. on Dani and Jackie's blogfest. Sounds like fun!

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  4. Lynda R Young as Elle CardyApril 25, 2013 at 2:15 AM

    yay for Mark!
    I had a feeling you'd pick this movie. I thought of this one, but it didn't have as much impact on me when I watched it the first time so I didn't include it in the list.

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  5. Rawknrobyn.blogspot.comApril 25, 2013 at 2:17 AM

    It does seem like the alphabet's gone by quickly, but that's easy for me to say as a mere spectator.

    Juliana's book has a wonderful cover.

    xoRobyn

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  6. AnonymousApril 25, 2013 at 2:32 AM

    I enjoyed Vendetta.

    Mark is an awesome blogger.

    I love the cover reveal.

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  7. RaveAirApril 25, 2013 at 3:05 AM

    I have seen V for Vendetta. It wasn't bad, but nothing extraordinary. I had expected more, after the first trailers and the promising casts.

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  8. Nancy ThompsonApril 25, 2013 at 3:12 AM

    Not a fan of the film but I am one of Mark's. He the real deal, as genuine as they come, helpful, honest, forthright, and silly as the Mad Hatter! Most of all, Mark's a great family man. They don't come any better. Cheers to you, Mark! Great tribute, Alex.

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  9. Misha GerrickApril 25, 2013 at 3:52 AM

    V for Vendetta is one of my favorite movies. And as for Mark being a madman... Aren't we all?

    ;-)

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  10. Empty Nest InsiderApril 25, 2013 at 3:58 AM

    Congrats to Juliana on her fabulous book cover! Nice tribute to Mark!

    Julie

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  11. UnknownApril 25, 2013 at 4:09 AM

    I remember Vendetta, it was quite a good movie!

    Good choice highlighting Mark, he is a great guy!

    Congrats on receiving Tara's award!

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  12. Mark KoopmansApril 25, 2013 at 4:21 AM

    Oh, I am sooooo glad you didn't pick "V" the TV series, 'cos I am an alien, but I swear I have my papers, gov'nor.

    Seriously though, thanks very much, my non-hyperlinked friend, for honoring me as one of the 26 and look, I'm featured on the 25th, which is great, 'cos it's my birthday tomorrow, the 26th... alas I am no longer 25.

    PS... *great* trivia question and I *can't* believe you used SIGGY's picture - wait 'till Morgan sees this:)

    ManCard powered hugs >> ((Alex))

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  13. Alternative FoodieApril 25, 2013 at 5:00 AM

    Happy Birthday to Mark, nice birthday gift from Alex there ;)

    Vendetta is one movie with a message and unexpected twist, yet very entertaining. End the end you kind of say - yup, got it.

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  14. mooderinoApril 25, 2013 at 5:03 AM

    I preferred the comic to the movie. Alan Moore never seems to get the adaptation his work deserves.

    mood
    Moody Writing

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  15. DaniApril 25, 2013 at 5:07 AM

    V was a good movie. I had to watch it twice cause the first time I missed what was going on and was quite confused. Which is easy to do I'm afraid.
    Ha! The tribute to Mark is spot on. That Irish Mad Hatter is a steadfast and amazing guy.
    Thanks for the blogfest shout out!
    Juliana's book looks like a cute read.

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  16. CynthiaApril 25, 2013 at 5:21 AM

    I believe Mark might've mentioned on his blog before that his wife is a nurse...I might be wrong though!

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  17. AnonymousApril 25, 2013 at 5:27 AM

    Congrats Juliana on her book cover, looks very good.
    Pleased Mark got the match of the day, lovely write up.

    Yvonne.

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  18. J.L. MurpheyApril 25, 2013 at 5:35 AM

    I have seen V for Vendetta, but liked the book better.

    Einstein quoting Max Born's original German paper on Hidden Variables Theory.

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  19. Elise FallsonApril 25, 2013 at 6:01 AM

    Madman Mark! He's going to love this. Great pick, Alex. I really enjoyed the movie V for Vendetta.

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  20. GailApril 25, 2013 at 6:15 AM

    I have enjoyed the journey through the alphabet.

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  21. UnknownApril 25, 2013 at 6:38 AM

    I at least know the two main actors for this movie. That's an achievement, right?

    The Alphabet has really gone past so fast. i thought it was yesterday I was writing my C post. Where did the letters go?

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  22. Leigh CaronApril 25, 2013 at 7:00 AM

    Never saw V. And I'll be checking out Mark's blog.

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  23. kjmckendryApril 25, 2013 at 7:13 AM

    I saw "V" and enjoyed it. Mark is a great choice!

    And congratulations to you on the award and Juliana for her great cover!

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  24. Natalie AguirreApril 25, 2013 at 7:21 AM

    Never saw the movie. Congrats on the award!

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  25. UnknownApril 25, 2013 at 7:37 AM

    Have not seen the movie, but I loved your tribute to Mark. He sounds like someone I would like to know.

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  26. Rachel SchieffelbeinApril 25, 2013 at 7:39 AM

    Mark's so awesome. :)
    I'll have to check out Breaking the Reins, I love a good horse book. I'm actually working on one myself! :)

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  27. Nick WilfordApril 25, 2013 at 7:43 AM

    I'd like to see the film. Mark is a maniac in a good way! Congrats to Juliana, very nice.

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  28. Sandra Ulbrich AlmazanApril 25, 2013 at 7:47 AM

    Someone already posted this, but the quote was from Einstein.

    My son is currently obsessed with Egypt, so as soon as I saw "Valley of the Kings," I thought about the real one, not the song.

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  29. MelissaApril 25, 2013 at 7:51 AM

    Mark is amazing. Great choice. :)

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  30. Sarah McCabeApril 25, 2013 at 7:58 AM

    I've never heard of Blue Murder, but I've been to the Valley of the Kings. Awesome place. :)

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  31. Alex J. CavanaughApril 25, 2013 at 8:08 AM

    Stephen, good thing he's trapped on an island!

    Lynda, I think it's the only V movie I own.

    Mark, you're welcome! And happy birthday.

    Moody, I've never read it.

    Dani, you're welcome.

    Cynthia, not a nurse.

    JL, very good!

    Imogen, it's flown by.

    Sandra, very good! And the real one is the subject of the song.

    Sarah, that's really cool.

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  32. Rusty CarlApril 25, 2013 at 8:21 AM

    Blue Murder and Einstein quotes in the same post? I'm freaking out!

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  33. Pat HattApril 25, 2013 at 8:25 AM

    V for Vendetta was a good one to give a run. 4 more and done, it's been fun.

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  34. Melissa SugarApril 25, 2013 at 8:50 AM

    I can't remember what his wife does, but I sure would love to be where they are. Hawaii!. Nice recognition for Mark.

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  35. Shell FlowerApril 25, 2013 at 8:57 AM

    Mark is absolutely hilarious and a great guy. Good choice. Lots of good stuff in this post. That heroes and villains blog hop looks fun.

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  36. T. Powell ColtrinApril 25, 2013 at 9:07 AM

    Go MARK! I'll need to check him out.

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  37. Roland D. YeomansApril 25, 2013 at 9:17 AM

    Mark isn't a madman, but his friends are mad about him -- for good reason: he's a fun, creative man. V FOR VENDETTA is one of my favorite films. How are you holding up towards the end of this race?

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  38. JackieApril 25, 2013 at 9:24 AM

    Congrats on the Ultra Blogger Award! And thanks for mentioning the blogfest. :)
    Oh, and I voted. Your book is #36 so far. woot woot!

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  39. jaybirdApril 25, 2013 at 9:24 AM

    Mark is awesome! Great pick.

    I liked Vendetta, I thought it was pretty good. And it is a solid choice for V in the challenge.

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  40. Cassie MaeApril 25, 2013 at 9:26 AM

    Mark is one of the coolest people ever! I was hoping to see him as one of your highlights :)

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  41. Rachna ChhabriaApril 25, 2013 at 9:26 AM

    Have gotten to know Mark through you, he is quite sweet, not at all a madman.

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  42. A Beer for the ShowerApril 25, 2013 at 9:29 AM

    Hey, I'm a stay-at-home dad, too! Minus the kids, of course. But hey, if you count books as kids, I'm raising 6 of the little buggers with another on the way. Always another one on the way. We're like the literary Duggars.

    (I bet no one's ever said THAT before)

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  43. Yolanda RenéeApril 25, 2013 at 9:44 AM

    Nice Birthday present. Congrats to Mark and yes a mad man in a very nice way!

    Enjoyed V but had to watch twice to get it all.

    And yes, only 4 more, TG!

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  44. L.G. KeltnerApril 25, 2013 at 9:45 AM

    Mark is cool. As for the trivia, I believe it was Einstein who originally said that line. He really did not like quantum theory.

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  45. mshatchApril 25, 2013 at 9:48 AM

    Loved V for Vendetta. Both Weaving and Portman were exceptional.

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  46. L. Diane WolfeApril 25, 2013 at 9:51 AM

    We can skip the homicidal tendencies.

    I did sign up for Jackie and Dani's blogfest.

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  47. Christine RainsApril 25, 2013 at 9:57 AM

    V for Vendetta is great and Mark definitely is a madman, in a good way! Only four letters left? Yikes!

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  48. UnknownApril 25, 2013 at 10:01 AM

    I can't believe we only have four letters to go! I do know Mark and I agree with everyone, he is the man!

    Congratulations on the award. You are an ultra blogger! Perfect passing it along to Lee.

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  49. Arlee BirdApril 25, 2013 at 10:15 AM

    Thank you for the award recognition!

    Did you know I'm a stay at home dad as well? Except my kids all moved out years ago so I'm here alone all day.

    Lee
    An A to Z Co-Host
    Tossing It Out

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  50. Tyrean MartinsonApril 25, 2013 at 10:16 AM

    Mark is awesome!! Love his values and his writing!

    Signing up for the blogfest.

    And I know that trivia, but I just can't quite remember it.

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  51. J.L. CampbellApril 25, 2013 at 10:16 AM

    So many awesome bloggers I haven't visited yet during the challenge and as usual, lots going on in the community.

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  52. cleemckenzieApril 25, 2013 at 10:16 AM

    Of course Mark is a Madman, but in a very wonderful way. I imagine he never sits still for very long or at all!

    I'm suppose to see Vendetta with a friend next week.

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  53. AnonymousApril 25, 2013 at 10:28 AM

    Vendetta sounds like a good movie to check out.

    Boston was hard. So many bloggers are expressing heart-felt (heart-wrenching)thoughts about it. I'm a bit more numb than anything else. Has our world really changed that much? I refuse to live in fear!

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  54. John WiswellApril 25, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    I enjoyed V for Vendetta more than most people around me. Hugo Weaving makes the movie; I'm still stunned how he and the cinematographer conveyed so much using a static mask.

    John at The Bathroom Monologues

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  55. UnknownApril 25, 2013 at 10:54 AM

    Mark is awesome-- cheers!

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  56. ilimaApril 25, 2013 at 11:09 AM

    V for Vendetta was in my top 10 list for the blogfest not too long ago. LOVE that movie. And congrats to Juliana, her cover is beautiful.

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  57. Laura EnoApril 25, 2013 at 11:11 AM

    Of course Mark is a madman. He's a writer, primary caretaker for small children, and keeps his head shined.

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  58. UnknownApril 25, 2013 at 11:12 AM

    I have heard great things about Mark. I wonder what his wife does? Will have to wait until tomorrow to find out, I guess.
    I'm watching the Blue Murder music video as I type this. Fabluous hair and clothing choices--totally 80's. I like the guitar solo.

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  59. SK AnthonyApril 25, 2013 at 11:13 AM

    I thought V for Vendetta was an interesting movie. I really like the part where he had a small speech part ALL with V-words.

    I have to go check out Mark's blog, haven't had the pleasure yet, and any 'possible' madman that writes will peak my curiosity :D

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  60. JackApril 25, 2013 at 11:15 AM

    I shall have to add this movie to my list of to be watched.

    I follow Mark, I really enjoy reading his blog.

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  61. Mina BurrowsApril 25, 2013 at 11:15 AM

    Yeah, Mark is the whole enchilada! I really liked V too. I didn't know Hugo played him though. I feel a bit silly not knowing that.

    Looking forward to the covergirl's blogfest!

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  62. Maurice MitchellApril 25, 2013 at 11:17 AM

    Mark is one amazing guy Alex and V was an amazing film. Not as good as the novel, but I admire Portman's commitment to the character.

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  63. Rhonda AlbomApril 25, 2013 at 11:20 AM

    I love movies with a twist. Another one to add to my list. From what I know of him, yes Mark is a good madman. :) Congrats on your award and great choice with Lee.

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  64. Intangible HeartsApril 25, 2013 at 11:22 AM

    Hallelujah only 4 letters to go! Is that Geek or Greek mythology? Just wonderin' because there are a lot of nerdy types who love space junk and I might have been pulled into a vortex or something.

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  65. Intangible HeartsApril 25, 2013 at 11:22 AM

    Hallelujah only 4 letters to go! Is that Geek or Greek mythology? Just wonderin' because there are a lot of nerdy types who love space junk and I might have been pulled into a vortex or something.

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  66. BirgitApril 25, 2013 at 11:50 AM

    V for vendetta is quite a good movie. I will have to check out mark since he seems to be in a cape in the middle of traffic in that picture-intriguing

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  67. MarkApril 25, 2013 at 12:05 PM

    Mark Koopmans and V for Vendetta on one post...they both rock:)

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  68. MorganApril 25, 2013 at 12:08 PM

    Ah-hahahahaha!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Okay. Not only is V for Vendetta my FAVORITE movie, you put the madman along with it. Today. Is. MADE!!!!!!!

    Seriously dying. I don't know why I find the whole SIGGY thing funny, but it seriously cracks me up. Brilliant, Alex. You've put a smile on my face for the rest of the day!

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  69. Mark MeansApril 25, 2013 at 12:09 PM

    I agree...Mark is totally insane..but a good kind of insane :)

    I thought Weaving was great in "V" and really made the movie for me.

    The "Heroes and Villains" blog hop looks to be a lot of fun...can't wait :)

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  70. Andrew LeonApril 25, 2013 at 12:09 PM

    I can't believe Rusty is the only one to come up with Einstein so far, unless I missed someone else.

    And, just to say, it actually wasn't a graphic novel. It was a pretty long comic series that was later collected as a graphic novel. I may have some of the original issues around somewhere.

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  71. Charles GramlichApril 25, 2013 at 12:12 PM

    My wife and I are both big fans of V is for Vendetta, both the movie and the graphic novel.

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  72. 4 LifeApril 25, 2013 at 12:14 PM

    My husband's a huge fan of Mark's. I have not seen Vendetta, but now want to see it! yay!

    www.playwrightchick.com


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  73. S. L. HennessyApril 25, 2013 at 12:28 PM

    I love both V for Vendetta the movie, and the comic/graphic novel series. And I'm so glad someone else besides me mentioned V. Wonderful and complex character.

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  74. Carrie-AnneApril 25, 2013 at 12:42 PM

    My little brother loves V for Vendetta. He insisted we all watch it with him one time, and my parents couldn't stop commenting on how they thought it didn't make any sense. My brother gave up trying to explain it to them, and that it's just a movie.

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  75. Juliana HaygertApril 25, 2013 at 12:49 PM

    Thanks for the shout out!!!!

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  76. Matthew MacNishApril 25, 2013 at 12:54 PM

    Mark is definitely a madman.

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  77. Alex J. CavanaughApril 25, 2013 at 1:00 PM

    Rusty, believe it!

    Roland, starting to drag a little...

    Jackie, you're welcome, and thanks!

    Brandon and Bryan, I think that's an original.

    LG, very good!

    Lee, that's the best kind.

    John, they did!

    Laura, that made me chuckle.

    Julia, they were a late 80's band.

    Maurice, I don't think I would've shaved my head.

    Desert - funny!

    Morgan, I'm here to amuse!

    Andrew, I think there are three of you so far.

    Juliana, you're welcome.

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  78. Michael Offutt, Phantom ReaderApril 25, 2013 at 1:01 PM

    So awesome of you to highlight Mark today!

    And I loved V for Vendetta. You are absolutely right! It's a clever movie.

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  79. SuzeApril 25, 2013 at 1:17 PM

    Eiiiinsteiiiin!

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  80. LeoviApril 25, 2013 at 1:20 PM

    Magic V, V for Vendetta, it could be nothing!

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  81. Jeremy [Retro]April 25, 2013 at 1:22 PM

    i don't remember blue murder... v for vendetta was a movie i saw once, never to see it again... not even in passing. great post.

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  82. Sheena-kay GrahamApril 25, 2013 at 1:27 PM

    V for Vendetta was an amazing film. Mark K. is a cool madman, gotta love him. Congrats on your award from Tara and Juliana's cover looks great.

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  83. RobinApril 25, 2013 at 1:45 PM

    V for Vendetta was a very cool movie. Congrats to Mark:)

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  84. Cherie ReichApril 25, 2013 at 1:46 PM

    I need to watch that movie. I bought it a year or so ago, but it's just been sitting in a drawer.

    Love Juliana's cover!

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  85. Julie FlandersApril 25, 2013 at 2:11 PM

    Love V for Vendetta. Curious about the Boston book giveaway, I need to check that out.

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  86. D.G. HudsonApril 25, 2013 at 2:18 PM

    I really liked Vendetta.

    I liked the fact that it has a historical basis, but I don't generally like or trust people in masks, for some reason. I think it's that I can't read their faces.

    (I loved the show 'Lie to Me'. Of course, if they happen to be a superhero, the mask doesn't bother me.

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  87. Samantha MayApril 25, 2013 at 2:20 PM

    V for Vendetta is a great movie (Mark is a great choice too)!

    Fun fact: Two (obviously distant) relatives of mine was involved in the Gunpowder Plot. John and Christopher Wright. Cool stuff :)

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  88. Alexandra HeepApril 25, 2013 at 2:27 PM

    4 letters to go. Not too many days ago I could not wait for the end of the challenge, now I don't want it to end ... despite having yet to write my 4 remaining posts. (I did pre-schedule about 3/4)

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  89. Mark KoopmansApril 25, 2013 at 2:28 PM

    Just wanted to stop by and say thanks again to you, Alejandro, and for all the very sweet and kind comments.

    It's been a rough writing/editing week and *your* words have totally cheered me up :)

    PS... my wonderful wife is a ...[INSERT 25 CENTS FOR THREE MORE MINUTES...]

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  90. Laura ClipsonApril 25, 2013 at 2:29 PM

    I was introduced to V for Vendetta by a friend a few years ago, and I loved it! It's a great film.

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  91. Rebecca Green GasperApril 25, 2013 at 2:29 PM

    Hi! :) Happy Thursday ... I have not seen V is for Vendetta- but will have to check it out. Cheers to Mark! And congrats to Juliana Haygert on her cover reveal...very nice- i love it.

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  92. Alex J. CavanaughApril 25, 2013 at 3:01 PM

    Suze, very good!!!!!

    Jeremy, Blue Murder was John Sykes' band.

    Cherie, be sure to take the wrapping off first!

    Samantha, that is cool.

    Mark, glad it made your day!

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  93. Miranda HardyApril 25, 2013 at 3:01 PM

    Very good movie and I love that picture of Mark!

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  94. Carol KilgoreApril 25, 2013 at 3:03 PM

    Love Juliana's cover!
    And congrats to Mark :)

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  95. Shaharizan PerezApril 25, 2013 at 3:06 PM

    Loved V for Vendetta. :) I think I'm a rebel at heart. :D

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  96. UnknownApril 25, 2013 at 3:07 PM

    Mark is a total madman and I am glad you turned me on to him. He's truly wonderful.

    So much good news and congrats on the award. And high fives for passing it to Lee, a truly exceptional man.

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  97. Sherry EllisApril 25, 2013 at 3:19 PM

    I have seen V is for Vendetta. It's a good movie. And Mark is a good pick!

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  98. Jennifer DugginApril 25, 2013 at 3:24 PM

    I have never seen V for Vendetta. But, I'm curious. I'll add it to the Netflix cue tonight. Jennifer a.k.a Urban Gypsy Girl

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  99. Tony LaplumeApril 25, 2013 at 3:32 PM

    He wrote about the Boston explosions. One of the things I was most surprised by recently was that none of the blogs I follow talked about them. So I became an instant follower.

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  100. Al DiazApril 25, 2013 at 3:32 PM

    Mark is such an awesome person. He has made me laugh so many times, he's one of my favorites too. And I loved that movie and I think V is a great character.
    Already signed for the Hero and Villain Bloghop.

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  101. Mel ChesleyApril 25, 2013 at 3:42 PM

    I have not seen V for Vendetta, but it always looked interesting. I'll have to check it out. And I totally expected you to choose Van Helsing because of Kate Beckinsale. :D

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  102. JoApril 25, 2013 at 3:48 PM

    That book looks good, Breaking the Reins.

    I nearly missed W, I only discovered I had written it at the weekend.

    JO ON FOOD, MY TRAVELS AND A SCENT OF CHOCOLATE

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  103. Alex J. CavanaughApril 25, 2013 at 4:13 PM

    Melissa, I could think of no other.

    Tony, his post was very heartfelt.

    Al, your entries should be great.

    Mel, love the Kate, didn't like the movie.

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  104. Michelle WallaceApril 25, 2013 at 4:27 PM

    I've read lots about "Mark The Madman"... he's quite a character!
    Juliana's cover is great!

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  105. Brandon AxApril 25, 2013 at 4:55 PM

    I loved V for Vendetta. I also thought it was cool that Hugo Weaving did a whole movie without showing his face, says a lot for him as an actor.

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  106. M PaxApril 25, 2013 at 4:57 PM

    Husband Unit loves V for Vendetta. Mark is a great choice.

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  107. SpacerGuyApril 25, 2013 at 5:48 PM

    Marks got my vote!

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  108. Shannon LawrenceApril 25, 2013 at 6:52 PM

    It's been a long time since I saw V for Vendetta. I've been wanting to watch it again. I may just join the blogfest. Will definitely pass it along, though.

    Shannon at The Warrior Muse

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  109. DiscConnectedApril 25, 2013 at 6:54 PM

    Vendetta was a good film.

    Blue Murder-have not listened to them in a long while!

    You could almost make a whole trivia quiz about Blue Murder-that was an example of a successful supergroup!

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  110. Gwen GardnerApril 25, 2013 at 7:15 PM

    I haven't seen V is for Vendetta, but it's a cool shout out for Mark!

    Congrats on your blog award:)

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  111. Alex J. CavanaughApril 25, 2013 at 7:24 PM

    Michelle, Mark is unique.

    Brandon, he did an amazing job.

    Shannon, thanks.

    Larry, very true. Had they done more than one album, I'd say GTR did it successfully as well.

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  112. Susan Gourley/KelleyApril 25, 2013 at 7:27 PM

    We have V on DVD. My kids like it a lot. Mark is a madman in all the best definitions of the word.

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  113. Heather M. GardnerApril 25, 2013 at 7:36 PM

    I know I've seen this movie but I don't remember much about it. Must have been doing two things at once.

    Beautiful cover.

    Heather

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  114. klahanieApril 25, 2013 at 7:46 PM

    Right then, in between tweeting, I shall delight you with one of my eagerly anticipated comments.

    I have seen V is for Vendetta. And I have been to the home of Guy Fawkes when he lived in the English city of York. Alas, he wasn't there at the time. Wonder where he was...

    Mark is a superb choice. Even though I don't know him that well, my adoring fans have told me about him.

    Blogfests...takes deep breath....

    Gary

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  115. David T ListApril 25, 2013 at 9:08 PM

    Great movie. I watch it every Nov. Vth. :)

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  116. ChanceletApril 25, 2013 at 9:16 PM

    Can't quite see Mark as a mad man, unless it's during one of those times when he's chasing the kids around the house to gather them for bedtime.

    Nope, never saw V for Vendetta. Not yet anyway. Writer’s Mark

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  117. Elizabeth SeckmanApril 25, 2013 at 9:50 PM

    Koopmans rocks. Wonderful bloggie friend and virtual brother.

    I need to watch V again...it's been a while.

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  118. Stephen TrempApril 25, 2013 at 10:12 PM

    I know I'm late to the party, but Albere Einstein said this in reference to the emerging quantum mechanics view regarding inherent randomness and probability.

    And you gotta love Mark! He's a real hoot.

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  119. Patricia StolteyApril 25, 2013 at 11:15 PM

    Love the cover art for Juliana's book.

    And I wrote the "X" post today....that was a very fun challenge.

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  120. Carrie ButlerApril 25, 2013 at 11:38 PM

    Another great choice! :) Mark rocks!

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  121. HelenaApril 25, 2013 at 11:59 PM

    For once I know a quote -- I think it was Einstein.

    As for Mark being a crazy writer: you do realize that saying "crazy writer" is redundant. We're all non compos mentis.

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  122. Michael Di GesuApril 26, 2013 at 12:10 AM

    YAY for Mark.... he's a great guy!


    And his wife is in the military....

    I FINISHED ALEX! Wrote my Z post tonight. I am SOOOOO happy. At least it was a fun one.

    Just a few more days... DId you know that MAY Ist is on Wednesday? NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! That means I have to write another post for IWSG.... THIS IS NOT FAIR! After 26 posts in a month I have to start off the new month with a post! TALK ABOUT INSECURE>.....


    LOL.... Only Kidding you!

    I will be nice and relaxed next week. I leave for Orlando on Sunday to spend my birthday week there. Beautiful place with waterfall pool... plus I must do DISNEY... The new fantasy land is open and I MUST check it out. Plus I always enjoy Epcot...

    Do you know I have to post on my birthday? Bummer. Thank heavens for scheduled posts and iPhones to keep up with everything. LOL.

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  123. Mark KoopmansApril 26, 2013 at 2:02 AM

    Had to stop by one more time and give Michael "Koopmans Kudos" for guessing what The Better Half does :)

    PS... I'm in awe of how many people know of me... isn't that just mad... or is it just me? :)

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  124. Kimberly GabrielApril 26, 2013 at 6:32 AM

    A great tribute to Mark! I loved Vendetta too - I'm really intrigued now - what was the event the comic was loosely based on?

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  125. randi leeApril 26, 2013 at 9:01 AM

    V for Vendetta freaked me out...but also made me think, so I'm glad I saw it!

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  126. Deniz BevanApril 26, 2013 at 1:03 PM

    You didn't mention Natalie Portman! I love Natalie :-)
    Off to visit Mark!

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  127. LisaApril 26, 2013 at 3:10 PM

    I'll watch almost anything with Natalie Portman in it! I liked Vendetta, mainly because it wasn't what I thought it was going to be. I love how much information you hand out on this blog! Thanks so much...

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  128. The Happy WhiskApril 26, 2013 at 9:14 PM

    Have not seen that movie. Boy, I really gotta start watching ore movies.

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  129. ediFanoBApril 28, 2013 at 5:28 PM

    V for Vendetta is an impressive movie.

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  130. Hilary Melton-ButcherApril 29, 2013 at 2:44 AM

    Hi Alex .. Mark may be mad .. but he's a huge bundle of energy and the love of his family and of life shines through .. I think she's a nurse.

    Cheers Hilary

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  131. UnknownApril 29, 2013 at 5:27 PM

    It has Natalie Portman in it, it's a great film :)

    It's a great film anyways, but she makes it better :)

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  132. AnonymousApril 30, 2013 at 3:12 PM

    I'll have to watch it again, but I remember V for Vendetta being a little trippy for me.

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  133. KristenMay 19, 2013 at 11:01 PM

    Great choice for V! I really liked it too, although it wasn't one of my faves.

    #atozchallenge, Kristen's blog: kristenhead.blogspot.com

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