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Dear Peter James,

Ever since I was 15 years old when I read my first novel cover to cover, Arcade by Robert Maxxe, I’ve been keeping a book list in which I record every book I read, the date I finished it, whether it was a paper back or hardback, how many pages it had and my rating out of ten.

I thought you may be interested in what I had to write about Dead Man’s Grip…

Thursday 4 December 2014, Finished reading Dead Man’s Grip by Peter James.

Hard Back (HB) 406 pages, 10/10

It’s been a while since I’ve read a Roy Grace/Peter James book. I had been reading his Perfect People novel and though 388 pages in, I put it aside to read Dead Man’s Grip which I conveniently came across in a charity shop.

I would say this is his best Roy Grace story I’ve read, but won’t only because Peter James always writes brilliant Roy Grace stories, but I must mention that this book got me pacing the room, screaming out in shock, thumping the book in excitement and dancing about the room like the lunatic I really am.

The twists and turns will stay with me until I’m old and senile.

Peter James at his sizzling best. The last chapter--- WOW! Now I wasn’t expecting that!

The good news is that I’ve got Dead Man’s Time waiting patiently to be read, which was again conveniently picked up at a charity shop for a fraction of the cover price.

Having already read the first four chapters, I just know I’m in store for another roller coaster adventure!

Thanks Peter, as always your fan…

THE GOVERNMENT CLEARLY DON'T WANT ME TO BE A MP.

JUST MY LUCK SERIES # 2.

A BLISTER ON THE HEEL OF MY RIGHT FOOT!

To the Customer Services of Sports Direct.

cs@sportsdirect.com

I just hobbled upstairs to my bedroom and here’s why?

I brought some new ‘op of the range trainers,’ one side too small for me!

I went to Sports Direct on North Street in Brighton and asked for a size 11.

Upon pushing my foot in it felt tight! Too small.

The sales assistant looked at me distastefully.

“They are running trainers. They are supposed to feel small!”

I had already wasted enough time and you could see the assistant was getting impatient.

“The trainers will expand with your foot,” he assured me.

Then he sold me two pairs of running socks at £5.99, which initially I said no to, but being made to feel like a fool again, as if to say-

‘You just spent £75.00 the most expensive running trainers in the store and you are skimping on the socks!!!’

I BROUGHT THEM TOO!

So anyway to cut along story short I’ve been on two runs and now, I can’t run in them again, EVER!

The first time I went for a run it was amazing. They were tight but I was assured they would expand.

• The grip was fantastic.
• Ankle support superb.
• Bounce excellent.

Everything was going well expect the obvious fact they were too small and they were really beginning to hurt me.

At the end of the hour long run across fields; as were the trainers in-tended for, I simply could not run anymore.

My little toe hurt too much. It was in agony!

It was too late to take them back because I had crushed its box thinking I won’t need it again.

I NEEDED TO GET TO OUR INDEPENDENT HQ ELECTION OFFICE IN PEACEHAVEN.

On the second occasion I wore them, I embarked on a 6 mile run from Moulsecoomb on the outskirts of Brighton, across country to Peacehaven along the coast.

A quarter of the way in I was forced to stop. A serious blister on my right heel meant I could no longer wear them.

I nearly abandoned the journey but luckily had packed my flip-flops in the event this might happen.

Along the nature trail when the path turned into gravel and jagged rock, I was forced to put on my trainers again to protect my feet.

Because of the extra time applied, I had to run in extreme agony all because I was mis-sold a pair trainers too tight for me.

I TAKE PARTIAL BLAME FOR NOT BEING STRONG ENOUGH TO SAY NO.

While I have the receipt, I don’t have the original box, hence unable to get a refund.

Mike Ashley

So essentially I’m left with nothing and it cost me £75.00!

Its all very well for Mike Ashley, multi-millionaire owner of Newcastle United Football Club, but what about the Independent Guy, just getting on with life, making it a better place for the kids and doing his best for a better tomorrow?

What about the guy who just wants to run in comfortable running trainers that fit him?

What about the guy who just wants to lose the pounds (not £75.00) to look good for the general election in 2015 for Brighton Kemptown?

At the very least Mike Ashley and Dave Forsey from Sports Direct; will you make a political donation to Independent in Brighton Kemptown 2015?

COPIED TO:

• simon.bentley@sportsdirect.com
• mike.ashley@sportsdirect.com
• dave.forsey@sportsdirect.com

Hi my name is Matt Taylor and I’m ranked among the top four on-line Alternative View (AV) journalists in the UK today.

With a readership of millions across various platforms, such as:

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I intend to change by eliminating war, poverty and child abuse.

Standing as an Independent Parliamentary Candidate for Brighton Kemptown in 2015, I trust I can interest you to come and visit me at our Independent HQ election office in Peacehaven to discuss:

• A political donation;
• A replacement pair of running trainers.

I look forward to your reply.

Which came within 7 days:

Dear Mr Taylor,

Thank you for your email. 

I was sorry to hear of your dissatisfaction with the footwear purchased from our Brighton store.

Generally speaking when items of footwear rub causing blisters and cuts it is because the item of foot wear does not fit properly. Manufacturers generally put sizes in items to help customers to choose the correct one but these are only a guideline. It is the customers responsibility to make sure an item fits before purchase and we have areas to try footwear on in all of our stores. It is our company policy that we will only offer to refund or exchange an item if there in as inherent manufacturing fault with it. Just because an item doesnt fit an individual does not mean that it has a manufacturing fault. We feel it is the responsibility of the customer to make sure an item fits before making the purchase.

Secondly all returned items must be returned in exactly the same condition as they were purchased in. All items must have their tags attached and it is also imperative that items have not been worn or marked in any way. This is because every item we accept back must be in a re-saleable condition. There are signs throughout the store explaining this.

Unfortunately as the item has been worn and is not in a resalable condition we would not be in a position to offer an exchange or refund on this item.

Kind regards,

Sally 
Customer Services

LATEST TV BRIGHTON IS HERE!

A dream has come true in Brighton today. A dream of a new TV channel, a dream of Bill Smith and his 20-manned-team of passionate people!

The best and brightest thing to happen to Brighton in a generation, Bill Smith founder of the Latest franchise, can stand proud in his new TV studio in Manchester Street Brighton and declare with confidence and authority, “I had a dream and today it’s real.”

In a city where dreams do come true, it’s only right and proper that Bill Smith and his 20-manned-team of passionate people at Latest TV Brighton deserve their praise and dues for turning the dream of a Brighton based TV Channel into reality.

Going out live at 6pm on Thursday 29^th August 2014 on channel 8, nothing will be the same again.

“TOGETHER WE CAN BUILD A TV AND FILM INDUSTRY HERE!”

Leading from the front, Bill Smith makes no secret of his intentions of building a TV industry in Brighton.

“Now you can get a TV career started without commuting and together we can build a TV and film industry here!”

Bringing the industry to the sea rather than commuting to the industry, and with-in meters of Brighton Pier the Latest TV studios are situated snugly in the heart of Brighton.

Being the first ever blessed TV Channel in the UK! Having holy water sprinkled and prays said in each room, Bill Smith errs on the caution of God to ensure his latest venture goes to plan.

“The channel is for everyone, believers or non believers.”

Intending to build an industry that pays for itself, Bill Smith and Angi Mariani, the channel’s director intend to nurture local talent, improve upon it and sell it onto the national TV market.

“YOU MAKE IT, WE SHOW IT”

Keeping in mind Bill Smith had to pay a lot of money for his 12 year license from Ofcom; its fair to say that a proportion of Brighton society will be excluded a voice and hidden in the dark alley.

I’m speaking of-course of the Conspiracy theorists and MAD people of which I am often referred to as being one.

BE WARNED:

-         It was Ofcom who drove off Press TV, the Iranian News channel which I loved to watch for it’s non-biased editorial reporting.

-         It was Ofcom who drove off RichPlanet TV, the best evidence based news show I ever saw, because one viewer complained about the suggestion that the Woolwich Lee Rigby murder was a faked event.

-         It was ATVOD, an off-spring of Ofcom, who drove off UK Column News from the internet, the leading news source of the AV community because their news show was deemed “too TV like.”

Having already turned their noses up to the Story of the Century, it would seem the Latest TV may not be as egalitarian and democratic as we are being lead to believe.

STORY OF THE CENTURY: KING JOHN WANOA TALKS TO PM DAVID CAMERON

BILL SMITH PROUDLY PROCLAIMS:

“I believe that TV should be democratic. So as well as the Latest team producing top-class television we will be proud to show films and videos made by you, from Brighton & Hove and Adur & Worthing.”

Only time will tell, but the bottom line remains that their Ofcom 12 year license is extremely special to them, especially Bill Smith and Angi Mariani, hence I doubt they want to do anything to rock the boat for the next 12 years at least.

“You make it we show it and what’s more, with a “You Make It, We Show It” policy, you, the viewers will also be stars of the TV screen. Latest TV will have the right ingredients to make Brighton Rock!”

With enthusiasm like this, you just know Latest TV Brighton will be the Best!

WHAT’S IN STORE FOR THE LUCKY VIEWERS?

Reaching an estimated 400,000 viewers city wide, Latest TV Brighton promises something for everyone.

First up is the News. Leading a team of 12 video journalists, Tim Ridgyway, an award winning journalist at The Argus, is in charge of what news stories Brighton hears about, while Mike Mendoza goes further out covering Adur and Worthing’s area.

Jay Legate is head of Sport and will feature Gordon Greer, Jay, Jospeh and Tim out and about reporting all the cities sport. From Matchday from The Amex on Saturdays to Monday night coverage of youth and women’s games and great Albion games from the past, there will be a sporting event covered for everyone in Brighton and beyond.

Entertainment and comedy are comprehensively covered with an array of original talent, new, old and familiar.

With a wealth of local celebrities ready to appear from Steve Coogan, Fat Boy Slim, Mel B and Peter James at a moment’s notice, Richard Shayler, Jessica Kellgren Hayes, Guy Lloyd and Lynn Ruth Miller promise to bombard the viewer with a wild array of chat, humour and shocks with such programmes as:

• Nightly Prog
• Brighton Lights
• Treason Show
• Latest Bill’s Sitcom ‘Ungagged Café’
• The unclassifiable what the Waffle.

As Bill Smith entices the wannabe script-writer:

“What’s missing? Perhaps a local soap opera. So get writing Brighton and Worthing writers. Channel 8 needs you!”

Delivering on something for everyone Andrew Kay introduces ‘International Chef Exchange,’ in which top local chefs swap for a week with chefs from all over the world. Andrew will also be presenting Cook It! a weekly “how to” cookery programme, essential to any new TV Channel.

With the dream of creating a TV Industry, it is easy to imagine a whole new array of programmes to cover every taste and hobby;

-         Allotment Weekly!

-         Natural Health Weekly!

-         Ramblers Weekly!

-         Get Fit Daily!

-         Aromatherapy and Massage Daily!

-         Assembling Model-Craft Daily!

-         Lego for Kids Daily!

You get my drift, the list is endless and the sky is the limit.

Peter James, the well known Brighton best selling Crime writer will pop into present “Mister Crime,” which promises to be a delight to all Peter James fans and anyone interested in the darker side of life.

While on a lighter note and touching a more diverse and younger crowd, Q Tube will be presented by Torsten Hojer and Jonesy from Shakedown and Greg Marshall and Jim Devereaux will present Bored Gamers for games fans. For music fans an array of music interviews and videos will be serviced with 80 on 8, Bowlegs and Noise Reel.

The channel will host a dedicated Film Night for movies and shorts, encouraging Brighton based film-makers to get in touch and get on TV

Remember that ultimately Latest TV Brighton want to sell on their productions to national TV, building a finance stream.

It’s a partnership between local and independent production companies and film makers to work with Latest TV Brighton, to build a legacy which up coming film makers, presenters and writers can use to make it in the future.

“I LOVE IT PERSONALLY!”

And then come the big hitters.

Every new TV Channel needs an anchor man and woman, who will it be on Latest Brighton TV?

Frank Le Duc and Mhairi from Kent.

The stunningly beautiful blond Mhairi walked in from the street to ask for a bar-maid job.

Bill Smith took one look at her and said, “What can you do?”

“I’m a journalist,” Mhairi replied.

And from that point one, Mhairi has been walking on cloud-nine ever since.

Let’s trust Bill Smith enlists a more mature lady to compliment Mhairi, as a joint presenter, thus starving off any suggestions he only likes young women

Though Bill does assure us, "I hired Lynn Ruth Miller and Mike Mendoza after one look! Mhairi is great but I can't claim credit for hiring," which gets him of the hook!

And talking about sexual perverts and paedophiles, commonly known as politicians:

THE VOTE.

The ex-newspaper editor, Frank Le Duc, a legend in Brighton and the heavy hitter presenting The Vote, a news show covering local and national politics, hosting what promises to be a series of heated debates as Brighton decides who their next MP’s will be in 2015!

As with every good captain of industry and capitalizing on his existing interests, Latest Homes Live, is a pioneering daily property programme, presented by Andrew Bullock and Simone Thorogood.

Construction in the city is featured too as they look at iconic buildings including the new i360, while covering local history and architecture with Andy Garth and Robert Nemeth, whilst finance tips are brought to you by IEP’s Ian Poysden.

REALLY SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!

What about a resident musician?

Surely with all these programmes and shows needing accompanying music, who better for the job than Danny Koonen, who wrote the music score for Peter James fictional character Sally.

AND A JOB FOR ME?

Credited amongst the top four on-line journalists alongside Chris Spivey, Bill Maloney and Brian Gerrish, and with an ego like a ‘Wild Stallion,’ surely there is a job for Matt Taylor too?

“There is a job I would love at Latest TV Brighton,” Matt confesses.

THE DOOR MAN!

MY BRIGHTON MEGA WALK.

COME & JOIN ME NEXT TIME PLEASE...
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