Out of My Mind

A book by R. Brian Campbell

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Reviewed in Canada on September 19, 2020

This ambitious book captures a wide range of personal experiences, dynamics of situations between people, and the broader socio/cultural / political issues. Themes include persistence in survival, comic frustrations with every day life, the dark side of menacing anger, and the hypocrisy and absurdity in the current political world.

Brian Campbell wrote this just some months ahead of current COVID pandemic and the current climate change havoc, and yet his ‘take’ on the situation nailed it prior to spring /summer of 2020.

Peppered with irony, puns, satire, a touch of horror, and unique perspectives, he moves from the specific to the global — shining the light on many complex issues.

Joan-Dianne Smith

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A Good read!

Reviewed in Canada on August 21, 2020

I enjoyed the short stories. Some of the political ones gave me ‘food for thought’. Some stories gave a twist I wasn’t expecting. A good read!

Cheron Long-Landes

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January 21, 2021

I met Brian Campbell many years ago through Business Networking. I knew he wrote articles for magazines and helped other business owners with content for their websites, etc. What I never realised was what a multi-facetted mind Brian has! The picture on the front of the book says it all. And this book will have something for everyone, I’m sure. Off-the-wall-funny, spooky and adventurous, political comment and family points of view. To top it all, you can’t live in Winnipeg and NOT talk about the weather, and he does! My favourite story? “Legacy of the Master.” Beautifully told and very interesting, I loved it right to the end. Support local talent and support local businesses……order yours today!

Philip Chiola

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December 14, 2020

I just finished reading “Out of my Mind” a collection of short stories by Brian Campbell. I found it entertaining and extremely funny! It would be in your best interest to pick up this book and give it a read!

Marilyn Jestin

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October 11, 2020

Brian’s book held my interest.

Previously I had no interest in political satire-actually had no idea even what it was. Upon reading certain chapters in Brian’s book, I now understand and appreciate this concept of humour.

The chapters about how families’ live and navigate thru less than ideal circumstances-could feel close to home for some of us readers.

A section of Spooky Tales definitely an entertaining experience. Lovers of various Halloween themes will appreciate the darker shades of grey…..well written and easy to visualize the story.

As a writer myself I truly appreciate the time-consuming task of choosing the exact word or phrases needed to convey the author’s precise thoughts and meanings.

Well done Brian.

I do highly recommend purchasing and reading Brian’s unique and personal narrative. Feel the emotional input. Hear what your mind is thinking as you experience this joy of reading. Visualize different situations presented in Living the Adventure.

What would you do?

Respond or React —-you’ll understand the energy Brian presents for our reading pleasure.

Marilyn Jestin.

Tania Kallstrom

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June 18, 2020

I’ve read half the book and it’s highly interesting and entertaining I’m enjoying it very much I recommend it to everyone who likes to read and have a bit of a giggle while doing so.

Amazon Customer

a fun light read

Reviewed in Canada on August 4, 2020

Thanks Brian for the personal delivery.
I enjoyed the fiction parts the most – brief insights into bigger stories left to the imagination, like a short story is meant to do.
I call it a light read, but it leaves behind some food for thought.

He’s Number One

Sep 23, 2020 | Out of My Mind

With a US election on the horizon, I think that this would be an excellent time to give you an excerpt from My Political Viewpoint section of Out of My Mind. Enjoy. He’s Number One Donald Trump is the greatest President in the history of the United States! Just ask...

Sing a Song of Summer

Aug 5, 2020 | Out of My Mind

The hot weather we are currently experiencing reminds me of last year, when I wrote the following story for the Seasonally Speaking section of Out of My Mind. Enjoy. Sing a Song of Summer “Hot town, Summer in the city…” “In the Summertime, when the weather is...

Legacy of the Master

Jul 27, 2020 | Out of My Mind

Here is another excerpt from my book, Out of My Mind, out of the Living The Adventure section. Legacy of the Master Randy saw the fist coming an instant before it split his lip and sent stars flashing before his eyes. He was stumbling backwards when the foot...

Trapped

Jul 27, 2020 | Out of My Mind

Here is an excerpt from a story in the Short Shorts section of my book, Out of My Mind. Trapped Ted knew they were out there. He heard them moving around earlier, but now it was deathly silent. But they weren’t fooling him. They were still out there. Waiting. They...

Canada Day 2018, Let the Trade War Begin

Jul 27, 2020 | Out of My Mind

As a tribute to Canada Day, here is an excerpt from Out of My Mind from the My Political Viewpoint section. A blast from the past. Canada Day 2018, Let the Trade War Begin Earlier in June, 2018, United States President Donald Trump declared war on Canada’s economy...

Rain Rain Go Away

Jun 25, 2020 | Out of My Mind

With camping season upon us, here is an excerpt from the "All in the Family" section of "Out of My Mind" about a family camping trip from hell. Rain Rain Go Away Kathy watched the dark clouds looming ominously overhead. “It’s going to rain,” she said. “Oh,...

An Age of Normalizing Bullying

Jun 25, 2020 | Out of My Mind

Here is another excerpt from Out of My Mind, from the section "The World as I See It" An Age of Normalizing Bullying I recently saw a news story about a nine year old Syrian girl who was bullied at school to the point where she committed suicide. That was bad enough,...

Author Copies are Here

Jun 19, 2020 | Out of My Mind

My Author copies are in, so if anyone is interested in a signed copy, give me a call. 204-880-5505 or email brian@highhopescommunications.ca

Hunter’s Moon

Jun 11, 2020 | Out of My Mind

Here is an excerpt from the "Spooky Tales" section of "Out of My Mind" Hunter’s Moon Ray walked confidently down the darkened street, enjoying the gentle breeze on his face and inhaling the night air. The full moon was just beginning to rise in the east, the...

The End

Jun 11, 2020 | Out of My Mind

Here is an excerpt from the "Living the Adventure" section of "Out of My Mind." The End Dennis walked down the silent street, past the closed, empty stores and shops, and marveled at how different everything was now. He remembered when everything was bustling and...

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