Monday, 30 January 2012

And the praise just keeps on coming!


This time on Amazon.com:

"K.J Bennett is a masterful writer ... Pike's Quest will enchant you, amuse you and, with graphic detail, make you grimace. This is all in good fun ..." Well, I can't argue with that, Vera Jane Cook. Thank you very much!

See the full FIVE STAR review here! (Then consider, perhaps, purchasing said e-book. Just a hint).


Sunday, 29 January 2012

The only downside was finishing the book

Pike's popularity doth grow: the latest 5 Star review on Amazon -


"A journey through wonders that keep the reader enthralled from cover to cover, all served up with a humour-rich narrative that made me laugh out loud at times. The only downside was finishing the book."


The second edition of Pike's Quest is now out on Kindle, complete with a sample chapter from the sequel.


Thanks to all those who have read, reviewed, supported and contacted me re Pike's Quest.

Thursday, 5 January 2012

More Pike praise!


Yet another 5 STAR review has appeared on Amazon


Thank you 'Hightower'


QUOTE: I have thoroughly enjoyed Pike's Quest ... I am sure would be relished by all due to the pace of the action and the descriptive but not ponderous illustration of the scenes, the characters and the action. Some lovely twists,a bit of "magick" and a book that really should be read by many.


I believe I have a couple of Five Star ratings in the iBook store. They show-up in the iBook app on my daughter's iPod, but there is no sign of them if I look on the web page or via my iTunes application on my laptop.


All in all, people seem to approve of Pike's Quest - just as well: I'm writing the sequel.


Now, more sales, please!

Wednesday, 28 December 2011

Millions of e-readers sold in 2011


Sales of e-book readers have rocketed in recent months: Amazon allegedly shifted 1 million Kindles per week in the run-up to Christmas. Millions of iPads (over 40 million world-wide) and iPod Touch units have been sold (not to mention the iPhones), each able to use the iBook application. In the UK, WH Smith is selling Kobo devices for under £70.

All you need now is high quality literature to populate your reader, but often, e-books cost as much as a paperback book - a bit of a con, if you ask me. Well you needn't worry: Pike's Quest is still available at 86 pence or 99 cents from Amazon, slightly cheaper from Kobo & WH Smith, and slightly more from iTunes (99 pence in the UK)

What they're saying about Pike's Quest -

Awesome new author! I loved this book! ... a quirky cast of characters that I can just describe as hilarious! ... I seriously blame Mr. Bennett for how tired I am today because I stayed up half the night finishing Pike's Quest!” Reviewer jwitt33   5 STARS

Excellent Read: ... it was a thought provoking page turner with a healthy dose of laugh out loud humour. The author's style bridges the gap between teenage and adult genres in a Harry Potter style.” Reviewer Bun   5 STARS

Escape into another world: I loved this book. At most parts you will feel like you're a bystander to the conversations and scenes that unfold. You're tempted to join and you catch yourself laughing out loud. For anyone who wants a good book to escape into a whole other world AND have a good time, then this book is definitely for you.” Reviwer Andrea Kurian    5 STARS

Couldn’t put it down: What started out as too silly became deliciously silly entertainment that I had to keep on reading. Pike is an excellent hero ...” Reviwer Claire L Hobson  4 STARS


Buy PIKE'S QUEST from

Amazon for Kindle on these links - 
UK - USA - DE - FR - IT - ES
iBooks (UK) - iBooks (US) - Smashwords


Friday, 23 December 2011

I like reviews, especially when they are like this one:


" ... I  am so glad I took a chance on this book and this indie author because this book was terrific!! ... I seriously blame Mr. Bennett for how tired I am today because I stayed up half the night finishing Pike's Quest!"


http://www.amazon.com/review/RCC8FEZ6YMCQH/ref=cm_cr_pr_perm?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B005SJKX5K&nodeID=&tag=&linkCode=


Other great reviews for Pike's Quest exist on the Amazon UK site. What are you waiting for? Buy it now while it's going at the criminally insane low price!



Amazon for Kindle on these links - 
UK - USA - DE - FR - IT - ES

Also available at



iBooks (UK) - iBooks (US) - Smashwords

Thursday, 22 December 2011

Anyone getting an e-reader for Christmas?

Or an iPod or iPad? Try out Pike's Quest at a silly low price, Get it from Amazon, WHSmith, iTunes, Kobo, Barnes & Noble, Diesel and Smashwords. The worst that can happen is that you spend less than £1, $1 or €1 and don't enjoy it too much. At best you'll love it and write reviews, tell your friends and spread the word on the internet. Not convinced? See what others have said so far. The links below will take you to the vendor of your choice.


Enjoy, and have a very merry Christmas.





Amazon for Kindle on these links - 
UK - USA - DE - FR - IT - ES

Also available at



iBooks (UK) - iBooks (US) - Smashwords

Great value and great fun for all. To read the blurb, click HERE


Saturday, 17 December 2011

Latest Amazon UK review



"What started out as too silly became deliciously silly entertainment that I had to keep on reading. Pike is an excellent hero..."


http://www.amazon.co.uk/product-reviews/B005SJKX5K/ref=dp_top_cm_cr_acr_txt?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1


I must admit to know this reviewer: the fact she gave it 5 stars is a mark of her sincerity.