Rave Reviews on OLD COOT
"Old Coot is a beautiful and touching story. As a dog lover myself, I know how valid the author's perceptions of the dogs kindness and love are. Old Coot is well written, it's characters, both human and canine, beautifully developed, especially in the space confines of a short story. Keep up the good work, Mr. Denney. Your readers love it!" - Lynda Fitzgerald, author of LIVE Ringer, LIVE Ammo, If Truth Be Told, Of Words and Music and An Irreconcilable Difference (forthcoming: LIVE in Person)
"Old Coot is a great story that makes emotionally touching crosses across barriers that Kerry executes with a subtle touch. The love that binds the old and the young, dogs and people, the healthy and the infirm are all brought together in a thoroughly satisfying work of creative art with a sensitivity that is seldom achieved. That Kerry is a "dog-person" is obvious in his intimate description of the love that a dog can express. Keep fanning the fire of your enormous talent, Kerry. Your name is on my short-list of authors to follow." - Ken Schmanski. award-winning author
"I confess I finished the story misty-eyed with a lump in my throat. If one sign of a well-written story is its ability to stir the emotions of the reader without melodrama or forced sentiments, then Mr. Denney was remarkably successful with "Old Coot." Thank you for this tender work. I look forward to more in the future." - Clay Ramsey, author, former president of The Atlanta Writers Club
"I must say this is one of the best stories I have read in a long time. I love the way you just grabbed me and pulled me in. It was like I was there in the room with you. Keep up the good work Kerry. I hope to see more soon." - Bettye Jarrell
"Thank you, Page and Spine! What a great story! I think that I may have read every novel and short story that Kerry Denney has written. Remarkably, each seems to surpass the previous composition in detailed imagery and delicate foreshadowing. I'm consistently drawn into the pages and transported into the vivid realm of Kerry's extraordinary imagination. For those of you who, like myself, are left clamoring for more... I recommend that you visit kerrydenney.com and be prepared to travel!" - Michael Marjenhoff, artist
"What a beautiful and touching story of true love and devotion. The author captured the essence of man's (and woman's) best friend - an intelligent knowing that is hard to describe but not for this author who described it with finesse and poignancy.Well done!" - Kristine Ward, author of Zigzagged Path to Wholeness
"I have read this story through several times, and each time I read it, it seems that I am even more convinced that animals truly have souls. Oh, if we humans could only learn the remarkable lessons that they have to teach us, what a wonderful world it would be! Thank you Kerry, for writing this beautiful story. Your stories are amazing." - Jimi Ann Burgess
"Old Coot is magic and Kerry Denney has woven this magical story full of compassion and joy. Good hunting, John. Great writing, Kerry. Thanks, Coot, for showing us true soul and selfless love." - Richard Bowman, writer
"What a precious love story! "Old Coot" moved me to tears. Kadie selflessly gave from her heart, not what she needed, but what was needed of her. Kerry, thank you for escorting me into your beautiful imagination. Your words have changed me." - Jeanne Berinato-Duncan
"Beautiful, heartwarming story full of love and insight into what is "real!" I can hardly wait to be able to share in more of Kerry's revelations." - Sami Meyers
"No mere tale of doggie love or of canine heroics, Old Coot turns the "dog story" on its head. Imagine how a man might be called to the ministry. Now imagine that a man's dog might also feel the calling just as strongly. After reading Old Coot, I'll never look at dogs--especially Golden Labs--the same again. Nicely done, Kerry Denney." - Glenn Emery, author and CNN editor
"Good Lord son, hand me a towel!" - Brian "Mad" Hammock
"Kerry has brought these characters to life so deeply and instantly that this felt like a satisfying ending to a novel I've been reading for days." - Cecil Hutchins
"This story was so sweet. I had a lump in my throat for sure. A dog lover myself and owner of five (all with their own personalties), I could picture myself in that story. A very well written story. Keep up the good work, and thank you for sharing." - Gina Buice
"Great story, I can barely write through my tears! You have done a super job! I look forward to reading ALL your stories!" - Lisa Stroud
"Thank you for this well written and deeply moving story about the unconditional love our K-9 friends can deliver to those who need it most. And thank you for the wonderful service you and your beautiful dog provide. Well done!" - Valerie Connors, current president of The Atlanta Writers Club, author of In Her Keeping
"A beautiful and moving tale. I'm particularly fond of the foreshadowing and the ironic autobiographical nature of Old Coot. Congratulations Kerry on yet another literary triumph. For the uninitiated, check out Mr. Denney's extensive music catalog....and strap yourself in for the ride!" - Eric Samuel
"This is a remarkable story of compassion, dedication, and unconditional love. Kerry's voice pulls at my heartstrings . And I am reminded what grace and giving are all about." - Natalie Watts
"How poignant. Beautifully told. "Lips that still smile but eyes that bleed" and "a grin I'd like to find and display for all my fellow humans to see" are still resonating in me." - Mary Elizabeth Phillips
"Old Coot is a story told so beautifully... I echo the sentiments of all the previous comments. In summary, this is one of the most emotionally powerful stories I have ever had the pleasure of reading. Thank you for giving this story to the world, Kerry. You have added to the richness of all our lives!" - Luke Eidenschenk, author, life coach, and artist
"Wow, this story was highly recommended to me, I completely understand why. I've always loved reading, this reminds me why. Not many can put so much emotion into a story without it seeming (to me at least) saccharine and empty. None of that here, Well done Mr. Denney. Thank you, and now I think I need to go hug my dog." - Dan Hoyt, U.S. Navy
"Old Coot is a great story that makes emotionally touching crosses across barriers that Kerry executes with a subtle touch. The love that binds the old and the young, dogs and people, the healthy and the infirm are all brought together in a thoroughly satisfying work of creative art with a sensitivity that is seldom achieved. That Kerry is a "dog-person" is obvious in his intimate description of the love that a dog can express. Keep fanning the fire of your enormous talent, Kerry. Your name is on my short-list of authors to follow." - Ken Schmanski. award-winning author
"I confess I finished the story misty-eyed with a lump in my throat. If one sign of a well-written story is its ability to stir the emotions of the reader without melodrama or forced sentiments, then Mr. Denney was remarkably successful with "Old Coot." Thank you for this tender work. I look forward to more in the future." - Clay Ramsey, author, former president of The Atlanta Writers Club
"I must say this is one of the best stories I have read in a long time. I love the way you just grabbed me and pulled me in. It was like I was there in the room with you. Keep up the good work Kerry. I hope to see more soon." - Bettye Jarrell
"Thank you, Page and Spine! What a great story! I think that I may have read every novel and short story that Kerry Denney has written. Remarkably, each seems to surpass the previous composition in detailed imagery and delicate foreshadowing. I'm consistently drawn into the pages and transported into the vivid realm of Kerry's extraordinary imagination. For those of you who, like myself, are left clamoring for more... I recommend that you visit kerrydenney.com and be prepared to travel!" - Michael Marjenhoff, artist
"What a beautiful and touching story of true love and devotion. The author captured the essence of man's (and woman's) best friend - an intelligent knowing that is hard to describe but not for this author who described it with finesse and poignancy.Well done!" - Kristine Ward, author of Zigzagged Path to Wholeness
"I have read this story through several times, and each time I read it, it seems that I am even more convinced that animals truly have souls. Oh, if we humans could only learn the remarkable lessons that they have to teach us, what a wonderful world it would be! Thank you Kerry, for writing this beautiful story. Your stories are amazing." - Jimi Ann Burgess
"Old Coot is magic and Kerry Denney has woven this magical story full of compassion and joy. Good hunting, John. Great writing, Kerry. Thanks, Coot, for showing us true soul and selfless love." - Richard Bowman, writer
"What a precious love story! "Old Coot" moved me to tears. Kadie selflessly gave from her heart, not what she needed, but what was needed of her. Kerry, thank you for escorting me into your beautiful imagination. Your words have changed me." - Jeanne Berinato-Duncan
"Beautiful, heartwarming story full of love and insight into what is "real!" I can hardly wait to be able to share in more of Kerry's revelations." - Sami Meyers
"No mere tale of doggie love or of canine heroics, Old Coot turns the "dog story" on its head. Imagine how a man might be called to the ministry. Now imagine that a man's dog might also feel the calling just as strongly. After reading Old Coot, I'll never look at dogs--especially Golden Labs--the same again. Nicely done, Kerry Denney." - Glenn Emery, author and CNN editor
"Good Lord son, hand me a towel!" - Brian "Mad" Hammock
"Kerry has brought these characters to life so deeply and instantly that this felt like a satisfying ending to a novel I've been reading for days." - Cecil Hutchins
"This story was so sweet. I had a lump in my throat for sure. A dog lover myself and owner of five (all with their own personalties), I could picture myself in that story. A very well written story. Keep up the good work, and thank you for sharing." - Gina Buice
"Great story, I can barely write through my tears! You have done a super job! I look forward to reading ALL your stories!" - Lisa Stroud
"Thank you for this well written and deeply moving story about the unconditional love our K-9 friends can deliver to those who need it most. And thank you for the wonderful service you and your beautiful dog provide. Well done!" - Valerie Connors, current president of The Atlanta Writers Club, author of In Her Keeping
"A beautiful and moving tale. I'm particularly fond of the foreshadowing and the ironic autobiographical nature of Old Coot. Congratulations Kerry on yet another literary triumph. For the uninitiated, check out Mr. Denney's extensive music catalog....and strap yourself in for the ride!" - Eric Samuel
"This is a remarkable story of compassion, dedication, and unconditional love. Kerry's voice pulls at my heartstrings . And I am reminded what grace and giving are all about." - Natalie Watts
"How poignant. Beautifully told. "Lips that still smile but eyes that bleed" and "a grin I'd like to find and display for all my fellow humans to see" are still resonating in me." - Mary Elizabeth Phillips
"Old Coot is a story told so beautifully... I echo the sentiments of all the previous comments. In summary, this is one of the most emotionally powerful stories I have ever had the pleasure of reading. Thank you for giving this story to the world, Kerry. You have added to the richness of all our lives!" - Luke Eidenschenk, author, life coach, and artist
"Wow, this story was highly recommended to me, I completely understand why. I've always loved reading, this reminds me why. Not many can put so much emotion into a story without it seeming (to me at least) saccharine and empty. None of that here, Well done Mr. Denney. Thank you, and now I think I need to go hug my dog." - Dan Hoyt, U.S. Navy
