Author Archives: John Rachel

Listen to the music of “Sex, Lies & Coffee Beans”!

Posted on December 30, 2020 by John Rachel

Oh wow! Not only can you READ the worst book ever written, now you can LISTEN to the worst songs ever written to go along with the worst book ever written. Continue reading →

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Dr. Joy . . . genius or con artist? You decide!

Posted on December 16, 2020 by John Rachel

Until her untimely death in a freak accident at a lesbian orgy island resort in 2009, Dr. Joy Smothers revolutionized modern psychology! Her songs, her books, her uncanny insights, her unique and powerful healing methods are as relevant today as ever. Continue reading →

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The Worst Book in the History of the World!

Posted on November 28, 2020 by John Rachel

I’ve put the finishing touches on the worst book ever written. This book will offend everyone. I’ve achieved what no other author has achieved, or even tried to achieve. This book is so bad, it’s in a class by itself. Mission accomplished! Continue reading →

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Life In Japan: Silver-san, aka Jinzai Centers

Posted on November 12, 2020 by John Rachel

‘Silver-san’ refers to workers who are over 65. They have retired from the jobs they held over the years but want to keep working. Often it’s just wanting to attempt something new, something completely different from what they did most of their lives. Jinzai Centers offer training and then assistance at finding employment for these folks. Continue reading →

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Life In Japan: Shirakawa-go

Posted on October 28, 2020 by John Rachel

Shirakawa-go is a village of thatch-roofed houses. This charming traditional village is located in Shirakawa-mura (白川村), Gifu Prefecture, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue reading →

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Life In Japan: My Pergola

Posted on October 10, 2020 by John Rachel

Spoiler alert: Here I am tooting my own horn. Last summer, I spent four weeks putting together a structure which provides in our very modest yard, a place to relax, have fun, read a book, drink tea, eat lunch or barbecue. Continue reading →

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“Outside The Box”: Does it pass the sanity test?

Posted on September 30, 2020 by John Rachel

My insanely weird short story “Outside the Box” is featured in the most recent anthology from SCARS Publication. Apparently they liked it, since they named the entire collection after it. Continue reading →

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