Cullen Thomas: Guestbook

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Name: Vanny Dennington
Added: June 07, 2007

Just pu the book down. Though I knew you were eventually getting out..I could not wait to read about your day of release!Hey, we all make mistakes..some worse! Good Luck

Name: Jacqueline Grant
Added: June 07, 2007

I was truly impressed. I know very little about Korea. I finished your book this afternoon and I am having dinner somewhere on 32nd street tonight! All the talk about kimchee and barbecue got to me! good luck!

Name: John Hyams
Added: June 06, 2007

Cullen, After hearing about your progress for years from Jon G, I finally got a copy of B.O.C. and couldn't put it down. It's a completely unexpected take on this type of story, and a suprisingly uplifting experience to read. An extraordinary accomplishment. Congratulations.

Name: Briana
Added: May 30, 2007

I wanted to share with you how your story has touch a place in my heart. I was 9 when my family moved form Maine to Korea. We lived there for almost 6 years. I loved it sooo much. The country and the people mean so much to me and my family. I have an older brother who now lives in China and kindda went out ono his own path starting at around 16. He now lives there with his wife and is expecting a ...(trimmed)

Name: spokenseason
Added: May 30, 2007

Dear Cullen, I am so very happy that you are free from prison, but wonder how you keep your mind free from memories--or do they drive you? You are incredibly brave. Thank you for sharing your story.

Name: Raimonique
Added: May 29, 2007

Cullen, thank you for circulating your inspirational experience as a prisoner on foreign soil. You have triumphed over hardship, and it is your resilience that sets you apart from others who have endured similar struggles. I appreciate the vicarious Confucian culture experience you've afforded me through your writing. I've been interested in learning more about the customs of Korea ever since. T...(trimmed)

Name: lyn
Added: May 28, 2007

I read the Gq aricle and then read the book, and you are a so great for sharing your story and sharing it so well. this is a book that can be enjoyed by anyone at any age or sex because you have so many stories that alot of people can identify with, and so many experiances that us americans will never see or hear of!!! So maybe I will be more interested in Korea and other cultures and I have you t...(trimmed)

Name: Jhuddy
Added: May 27, 2007

Thank you for sharing your life in your book. I have had a similar experience. Proof postive the drug laws through out the world are extrems to say the least. What are they afraid of? The Dutch are the only sensilble country out there.

Name: jonathan R.
Added: May 24, 2007

hey cullen, i am in the process on finishing your book, chapter 30. Prison in any country is no sunshine, happy your alive and lived to tell your story. when is the book tour? and are you back to oneness? great read.

Name: Brooke Nuttall
Added: May 21, 2007

I read your article while sitting in the doctor's office today. I was reading GQ thinking how no guy dresses like the ads in the mag and then stumbled upon your article which was terrifying. And people can say you are stupid all they want but fact of the matter is you were young, you made a mistake. My father is one of the top defense attorneys in the country, motto being "very good people do ve...(trimmed)

Name: Dovid
Added: May 14, 2007

Cullen, We miss you at Reis. Hope to you soon.

Name: Karen
Added: May 13, 2007

I just got done reading your book. It was very interesting. I bounced repeatedly from feeling sorry for you to calling you an idiot. However, I am very proud of you for not letting this experience bring you down.I wish you the very best. Take care of yourself.

Name: Seiwoong Oh
Website: http://www.rider.edu
Added: May 03, 2007

About a year after I arrived at Rider University to teach in the English Department, your late aunt and my dearest friend, Patricia Kellogg-Dennis, desperately sought my advice on how to help her nephew who was arrested in my native country for possession of drugs. Your aunt and I had been best friends, and I still miss her. Your book, while I began reading it out of curiosity and my limited invol...(trimmed)

Name: Maria Georgina Gibson
Added: May 01, 2007

Un Libro muuy interesante de principio a fin....Lo felicito y espero el siguiente muuy pronto!!!

Name: Kate Miller
Added: April 27, 2007

Hey, Towen. Just read the GQ article. Crazy proud. You did it. You did it big. Will get the book. Congrats on the magnificent manifestation. Love always. xo

Name: WRPugsley
Added: April 24, 2007

Cullen Thomas and others like him are ruining South Korean culture and society while disparaging all foreigners living here in Korea. It is wholly wrong to describe him as "innocent" when he obviously is just another sorry product of American education and middle-class ennui. Anyone who gets bored of their work in a fascinating and rich country like Korea, to the point of resorting to an insane...(trimmed)

Name: Karl Bridges
Added: April 23, 2007

You might check the New York Times December 12, 1894 page 9 for an interesting article about Augustine Costello

Name: J. Wang
Added: April 22, 2007

I've cried after the chapter where Green had died. It is so difficult to imagine what he had gone through and all the baggages that he had to carry and trying his best to reintegrate back into the society. I am glad that you have shown that there is something special that you can offer no matter where you are. I have great respect for all of you..Panjan Nim, Green, and thank you for sharing you...(trimmed)

Name: Bob Hoffman
Added: April 18, 2007

Cullen, I read the review of your book in the NY Times and bought it soon afterwards. As your stories unfolded of growing up in suburbia, it seemed so familar. So many of your attitudes and exeriences felt like mine. As soon as Sands Point was mentioned, I knew that you were a PW native. When you mentioned a friend named Mark and a bunch of other details, I had you pegged. I asked my friend of the...(trimmed)

Name: Jef
Website: http://www.landoftheanxiousdog.com
Added: April 18, 2007

Just finished the book, and I want more. I taught in Seoul for two years, and what happened to you could have just as easily happened to me or many of my expat friends. Thank you for sharing.

Name: Jay Simbulan
Added: April 17, 2007

I scoured all over Toronto, Canada looking for your book. Indigo finally had it on stock and I had to get it. So far so good, can't put the book down....

Name: drew savage
Added: April 16, 2007

congradulations on the book punk. i will be ordering my copy today. i will not however be capitalizing a damn thing.

Name: Lisa
Added: April 12, 2007

Thank you...for the reminder of what it's all about. Your story deeply dove and I gratefully rode.

Name: jomugujo
Added: April 12, 2007

i dey maga good work

Name: Sherwood Wile
Added: April 10, 2007

Cullen,your descriptive events during your 3.6 years was a page turner from the first page to the last.I have seen the inside of foreign jails similar to those in "Brother One Cell."I am interested how the UK version differs from the US printing.When the movie comes out,it will hit the top ten. Best wishes to you my friend.

Name: Jimmy Wang
Added: April 10, 2007

It is a rude awakening for all. Showing mercy towards criminals is never a good thing since there are countless of real tragic stories stem from drug addiction. I felt that your sentence would have been alot worse if you are other nationals. You are fortunate one. The stories in Thailand would be alot worse. In some countries, you would have to serve twice after the deportation since it is c...(trimmed)

Name: Pete Calanni
Website: cmabodianskies.ebloggy.com
Added: April 10, 2007

I was in Korea with Cullen when he asked if he should smuggle hash. WE told the arrogant young fool to never do it. Cullen doesn't desrv a bit of attention for his stupidity. He's a convicted drug smuggler, plain and simple. This is exactly what's wrong with the American literary field. This guy should be ostrasized for his deliberate stupidity. He also almost got his girlfriend in prison. Anyone...(trimmed)

Name: Dan
Added: April 09, 2007

I put you up on my fridge... What a piece in GQ! You inspire me. Will get your book asap! Keep it up Cullen!

Name: Eric G. Muller
Added: April 07, 2007

I just finished reading your book and really enjoyed it (basically read it in one day). I could appreciate it on different levels: it gave a good picture of the mistakes of youth, Korean consciousness through the lens of prison life, and -- most importantly -- how one can come to terms with one's destiny (as challenging as it was in your case). I loved your honest, insightful and fluid writing, ...(trimmed)

Name: dan indianapolis
Added: April 07, 2007

Mr. Thomas, just finisher reading your book. Really enjoyed your writing style and appreciate your extraordinary talent. You journey of hardship and self discovery gave me much to think about. Thank you and congratulations on the book.

Name: OYEZE OWEZRRI
Website: http://www.yahoo.com
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Name: Observer
Added: April 05, 2007

Cullen Thomas is caught with a single kilo! He's now out of Korean jail, is cashing in with a book, and that's the way it goes!

Name: Thomas Ward
Added: April 03, 2007

Having spent a month in Korean prison (Oct. '06) myself for this exact same crime to a much lesser degree (I received a 3 yr. suspended sentence). I was haunted by the eerily familiar thoughts and feelings the book conveyed. I had to put it down several times, because reading it became too overwhelming. I'd like to ask you more ?'s or exchange emails.

Name: Daniel
Website: http://pontoon.sitesfree.com/
Added: March 29, 2007

Very beautiful and uselful website... excellent to all the webmasters. - walt disney tickets here.

Name: Donald Van Metre
Added: March 29, 2007

Hello Cullen, I was also at the Moonwha at the same time you were. The previous poster (Hal) and I lived in the same room, Room 17, in the back. You were in the front, as I recall. I didn't really know you, except by face. We might have talked a couple of times, but I can’t specifically remember. But I do remember the day you got arrested very well. As Hal wrote, there was quite a commo...(trimmed)

Name: Hal Medrano
Website: http://www.halmedrano.com
Added: March 29, 2007

Hey Cullen, I was living at the Moonhwa when you were busted. In fact, you were busted on my 31st birthday--May 27. I'll never forget the commotion you caused at the Moonhwa--everyone hiding their hash, spreading rumors about your sentence, lying about how well they knew you, and so on. You and I didn't really know each other, but your name has been in my head for years. Glad to hear you made it o...(trimmed)

Name: Miyun
Added: March 28, 2007

I was drawn to your website after reading the article about your book in the NYT. The vividly detailed first-person narrative made the excerpt a quick read - I'm really looking forward to getting a copy of the book this afternoon. It's astounding how you were able to develop and maintain such a strong sense of self after going through such an ordeal. Congrats on the book and best wishes on its suc...(trimmed)

Name: Anonymous
Added: March 27, 2007

Heard you on the Diane Ream show. Did you and the girl get back together?

Name: Chris
Added: March 23, 2007

Having served 5 years in Korea and loving and hating equally the Korean way, I was drawn to your book like a moth to the flame. Fantastic, I was sorry to finish it. I admire your acceptence and ultimate surrender to your situation while still maintaing you dignity and integrity. Annyong!

Name: Rob
Added: March 23, 2007

I just read your excerpt in GQ. I look forward to reading your book. I got my start teaching in Pusan, S. Korea, where I lived for two years, and I now teach in the Middle East. From your excerpt, it appears you harbor no bitter feelings towards Korea or Koreans which is good. You have learned from the experience and you have moved on. Good luck and best wishes, Rob via Kuwait via New York

Name: Tracy
Added: March 21, 2007

I heard you on NPR the other day, and your book sounds great. I don't agree with the criticism you've received. You did the crime, and did the time, and I don't think you are trying to wrongly profit off of it. You had an amazing, if not horrific, experience, and I thank you for the opportunity to learn about another culture.

Name: William mckinney
Website: http://myspace.com/FreeEricVolz
Added: March 21, 2007

Please contact me via email. I have a friend in Nicaraguan Prison that you might be able to help. His myspace page is listed as my home page. His name is Eric Volz

Name: Trish
Website: http://www.americassweetheart.tv
Added: March 20, 2007

Dear Cullen, I'm in all girl band and we'd love for you to guest speak at our next practice ;-) b/c your book ROCKS! xo, America's Sweetheart Trish, Val, Stace & CT

Name: Tom Atkinson
Added: March 19, 2007

Cullen, Great read so far. There is tremendous emotional depth to your writing. Well done. I can't put it down. We didn't know each other too well in High School, but having done some traveling after college your book really jumps out at me. All the best to you and drop me a line if you ever have a chance. Tom Atkinson, CHS 1988

Name: Patrick Kellogg
Added: March 12, 2007

P K-D would be proud! But you are still only the second best looking member of the extended Thomas/Kellogg clan! ;-)

Name: Kara
Added: March 11, 2007

Would have enjoyed a personal review of the book but you were busy that night in Brooklyn... I misplaced your card but was pleased to find websites with excerpts of your book. An emotional read. Look forward to diving into the book. :)

Name: Taliesin
Added: March 01, 2007

BRAVO DEAR BROTHER -THIS IS A MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENT FOR ALL OF US! I loved every minute of the book. The characters, the situations, the descriptions, and the emotions are all incredibly well-written and honest. Your story is our story. Forever.

Name: Michi
Website: http://www.frontstudio.com
Added: February 21, 2007

Ohhhh I am so very excited!!!! Going to the bookstore after work. Congratulations!

Name: Pete Kellogg
Added: February 21, 2007

Cullen, The excerpt was gripping. I look forward to the whole thing. Congrulations, Cousin Pete

Name: Dr. Morerit
Website: http://www.munkibusiness.com
Added: February 20, 2007

Cuz - congrats - do I have to learn Korean to read it? Hello? Is there anyone listening? -- JP

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