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Michael McCartney
Chickasha, Oklahoma, USA
Jan 6, 2002 at 16:07
Dick, I'm not far behind you at 79. Just wanted you to know that I and so many others would love it if you could catch up, and give us one book per year of your life!!! You seem to be enjoying your life. Keep it up. God bless you Michael

Tom Rowley
U.K.
Jan 11, 2002 at 12:43
Mr.Francis, Many happy returns and I hope you enjoy your birthday. I very much enjoy reading your books. Thanks, Tom Rowley

Dave and Karyn Cline
San Jose, CA
Jan 26, 2002 at 03:02
Happy Birthday, I was first introduced to your books by a Swiss fellow who was using them to teach himself English and fell in love with them. That was in 1981. Since then, my wife and I have enjoyed all of your works. We sincerely hope you have a happy 81'st birthday.

A. Wetzel
Hillsboro, Ohio
Jan 28, 2002 at 21:06
May you have a very blessed birthday.

Heather Dillon
Bristow Oklahoma
Jan 29, 2002 at 15:02
Thanks for the wonderful books. I hope you have many more glorious birthdays to come.

Tricia
Wooster, OH, USA
Feb 1, 2002 at 00:35
Happy Birthday! You have given many years of wonderful reading to my mother and me. Thank you for the gift of your books.

J R Daniel
Wichita KS
Feb 6, 2002 at 12:44
Here's to many more birthdays and hopefully many more wonderful books....missed seeing one this winter! I have every one and re-read them often...Thank you for many wonderful hours of escape!

Mari Oksanen
Finland
Feb 7, 2002 at 03:44
Happy birthday and thank you for your wonderful books!

Sharon Bannister
Toronto, Canada
Feb 21, 2002 at 13:45
Happy Birthday Mr. Francis. Your books are the best. I have only just "discovered" you and can truly say, 'better late than never'. When I sit down and open the pages, I am immediately transported to another world. Thank you for all the tales you have woven. May good health and happiness be yours for many years to come.

Ellen Charpentier
Connecticut
Feb 22, 2002 at 01:48
Congratulations and Best Wishes. As an animal lover who was a horse-happy teen and a mystery reader your books have given me great pleasure.

ALAN HAYWARD
ST HELENS MERSEYSIDE
Feb 23, 2002 at 15:03
HAVE A VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY AND THANK YOU FOR GIVING ME MANY HAPPY HOURS OF READING

Kate
Washington D.C.
Feb 28, 2002 at 12:40
Happy Birthday Dick! I love your books and hope that you never stop writing! My favorite thing is to listen to them on audio books. They are wonderful.

Priscilla Yamada
Pasco, Washington, USA
Mar 8, 2002 at 17:13
I thank the Lord for the talent He has given you to write. I am so entertained by your books, and can happily read yours just before reading my Bible at my bedtime. Not many authors are that way. I am also looking forward to reading them again as soon as I get through your entire set. Thank you Dick Francis, and thank the Lord for you and your beloved wife who was with you for so many years. God bless !!!

Yuko Kobayashi
Tokyo Japan
Mar 11, 2002 at 10:54
Happy birthday.I am studying English to study abroad.My school has many your books,and I read "The Danger" last week. I love it! I would like to read your book more. Thank you.

TOM CLARKSON
LOWTON. WARRINGTON
Mar 11, 2002 at 19:02
THANKS FOR MANY YEARS OF READING YOUR BOOKS. I CAN IMAGINE HOW MUCH FUN YOU AND MARY MUST HAVE HAD WRITING THEM BECAUSE I HAVE HAD AS MUCH FUN READING THEM. SORRY ABOUT MARY AND SORRY ABOUT NO MORE BOOKSALL THE VERY BEST IN THE FUTURE. TOM. A FAN AND A FRIEND.

Tuula Makinen
Helsinki, Finland
Mar 18, 2002 at 06:26
You have here in Finland one of your most ardent admirers. Yes, we have here only trotters in races if you do not count show jumping a few times a year. Still...it must be about 25 years now that I first read your thrillers and was at once addicted to your sparsely elegant style and to the special and different world of jockeys and trainers. You have delighted me over and over, as I have found that your books can be read many times and still they keep as fresh and fascinating as reading them for the first time. So I wish a very very happy birthday to you and a happy time to all your family.

Tamara Tarver
Wyoming
Mar 23, 2002 at 12:53
Happy 81st birthday Mr Francis! Thank you for all the wonderful reading hours.How about a book with a woman as the main character?? Maybe a forty something lady that manages a cemetery?? Anyway, I hope this is the first of many more birthdays for you.

Bogers Nel
Turnhout Belgium
Mar 23, 2002 at 17:27
Birthday or not, I just want to tell you how much I enjoy your books. There are many parts I now know by heart, so many times I have read them. You even give me the desire to write books myself. Your books are the only books I never lent to friends because I am afread to lose them. Thank you so much (and a happy birthday too)

Peter Wendt
Ronnenberg, Germany
Mar 27, 2002 at 16:58
Thanks for Your GREAT books!!!

Valerie Trooshova
SPb? Russia
Mar 31, 2002 at 14:33
Best regards for you, long live!

heidi wendany
2178 belding rd. orleans, mi.
Mar 31, 2002 at 18:34
Happy Birthday to you Mr. Francis, I too have made my living working horses, in the cicus for the last 30 years....thank you so much for your great stories!!! Your friend in Mich... heidi wendany E mail- billtingun@hotmail.com (that was the name of my first horse)

Jan
Hobart, Tasmania
Apr 1, 2002 at 06:13
Wishing you every blessing on your birthday. May you have many more happy birthdays and may we have many more first rate books. Your obvious intelligence, wit and masterful use of the language combine to produce a unique recipe for entertainment and enjoyment. Your books kept me sane for two years in Borneo. Many thanks.

Lloyd Lecuona
Vancouver, Canada
Apr 3, 2002 at 14:10
Is there a new book coming out soon?

Daly Maureen Burrell
Richmond, Virginia
Apr 6, 2002 at 20:50
It may seem silly, but in 1995, your new release, Come To Grief, was what got me through my first operation - I had it sitting on my bed table at home and it gave me something to look forward to when the operation was over. My introduction to your stories came when my husband (now of 35 years - 9/2/02) gave me several of your paperback books for Christmas, resulting in my first trip to England with my sister-in-law, a year in Brussels with my company and several trips since; otherwise, we would have stayed put for the rest of our lives. Thank you. You are the age of my step father (81 on June 10, 2002) and he is the most intersting person I know). I've missed your books - keep looking - but only just read about the death of your wife. It's been awhile, but my sincere condolences. I hope you can write something again - soon. Your protagonists are reflections of you, I'm sure. Happy Birthday. Thank you for making our time on earth a little happier. Daly

Leslie
California
Apr 8, 2002 at 17:39
Happy 82nd Birthday Sir! Having read all but "A Jockey's Life", we decided that on our first trip across the pond, we would seek out any horse race that would give us a feel for English horse racing as described in your books. In the rain, we stood on the rail in York, after wagering 2 pounds on the #2 horse. As they thundered by, mud flying, #2 finished first. Great Fun! Thank you & God Bless

Sherry Paul
Kentucky
Apr 10, 2002 at 09:15
Happy Birthday, Mr. Francis! I've read (and reread many times) all of your books. Not only are they entertaining mysteries, they are informative. I always feel like I've learned something new. Hope you have many more birthdays-- and write many more books!

Sohrab Dalal
Bombay
Apr 11, 2002 at 16:15
Many Happy Returns from someone who's read all your books -- all more than once -- and who's sorry there'll be no more

Deborah Kerslake
Surrey , England
Apr 13, 2002 at 12:52
I've spent many happy hours reading your intelligent, gripping novels. Thanks so much, I hope you have a splendiferous birthday :-) Much regards Deborah

Barb Tipka
Ohio - USA
Apr 15, 2002 at 00:37
Thank you for all the enjoyment you have given my family all these years. My mom was the one who introduced me to your books originally and read them all until her passing in May of 2001. We put her favorite book in with her and all signed messages in the cover, and back pages. Happy Birthday to you and many more.

sharon plummer
nurse practitioner
Apr 15, 2002 at 17:55
I read one of your books on the recommendation of a friend and now I am attempting to find and read all of them. I appreciate the subtle humor, cleverly designed sentence structure and the mysteries involving so many different horse related activities. I like the way you keep your writing free of extensive descriptions of graphic violence or sex, and minimal offensive language. I am a person that likes to read books where good is victorious over evil and that is another reason I like your books. I almost feel like I know you because I look at your picture on the back cover after completing each paperback. You are an excellent writer! Keep your books coming, please. Have a great birthday! In my opinion, people in their 80's are a very special group. I often tell my patients that I should wear a button on my lab jacket that says " I cater to people in their 80's. I don't know if any of your books have the hero as an elderly gentleman but that would be pleasing to many of us who specialize in aging. Thank you so much. As I reread my note to you I feel that I am an inadequate writer but I am grateful for the chance to be able to wish you a happy birthday.

Axel Melhardt
Vienna - Austria
Apr 29, 2002 at 10:55
Dear Mr.Francis! After sending You my very best wishes for Your upcoming birthday I want to thank You for many many hours of reading pleasure since many years. At the moment I am re-reading older novels and I finished "High Stakes", "Smokescreen" and "For Kicks" and am now devouering "Flying Finish". I am only sorry that in none of your novels Vienna is mentioned - it is a wonderful city. I hope You have been here - if not - we are waitung for You. All the best - a fan from Austria. Axel Melhardt

Davina Brown

Apr 29, 2002 at 18:12
I am a long time fan. Thank you.

Ria de Wreede
Lemmer, Netherlands
Apr 30, 2002 at 13:27
I wish you a very happy birthday and hope you have as many happy years as I have enjoyed reading your books, not just once but many times.

Sandra van Uffelen
De Lier, The Netherlands
Apr 30, 2002 at 16:31
Dear Mr. Francis, I like birthdays a lot because it prooves that you succeeded to make it an other year and as a reward you get a new year in front of you. That's why I wish you a very pleasant birthday with many friends to celebrate, a good health, happy family and many years to come. Thank you for all the happy reading time you gave me. Sandra van Uffelen, Holland (excuse my englisch)

Sandra van Uffelen (sanenjohn@wanadoo.nl)
De Lier, Holland
Apr 30, 2002 at 16:50
Dear Mr. Francis, I just read in a published letter that your wife recently passed away. I am very sorry to hear that. I apollogise for my earlier cheerfull birthday card. Of course I still wish you have a good birthday in good health but I can imaging that it's not a birthday as all the other birthdays that you had. I wish you strengh and the care of your family and friends to go on. Many greetings, Sandra van Uffelen, Holland

John H.
New York
May 2, 2002 at 18:13
Happy Birthday, DF!

Jeanelle
Alberta, Canada
May 10, 2002 at 19:11
I discovered your books about fifteen years ago as a teenager and have been an avid fan ever since. Thankyou for the glimpse of yourself that you've given us all as I'm sure there is a bit of you in all of your heros! Best wishes as you celebrate your birthday!!!!

Lois Tyaack
20825 N. Desert Sands Dr., Sun City West, AZ LTyaack@aol.com
May 23, 2002 at 02:39
I have corresponded with you before, and it gives me great pleasure now to send along a Happy birthday wish to you, Dick Francis. I miss new books from you so much. I have them all, you know, from the first to the last one. They gave me much pleasure over the years. Sincerely, Lois Tyaack

Carolyn
Sydney Australia
May 27, 2002 at 02:16
Best wishes to you Dick on your coming 81st birthday. Many thanks for all the wonderful books you have given us and all the fantastic adventures we have been on, may there be many more. Best wishes always xx

Samuel Maio
Pleasanton, California (USA)
Jun 9, 2002 at 01:51
My very best wishes for your having a most Happy Birthday, Mr. Francis! I heard Sir Kingsley Amis once remark that he read your books with great pleasure, astounded by the "good sense" that prevails in them. After hearing that, I became quite an avid fan of your books, too, reading each as soon as I picked it up. Amis was right -- and more. You are a gifted stylist, and the most interesting storyteller of the century. Thank you for the pleasures of your books!

Robby Frauenglas
St. Louis, Missouri
Jun 12, 2002 at 18:08
Dear Mr. Francis, Your books have brought me many hours of joy and relaxation and enchantment and hope and wonder and delight. Good always triumphs. It's a complicated world we live in. We all need to believe in the ultimate victory of decency and goodness. I wish you a wonderfully happy birthday! I wish you all the joy you've brought so many millions of readers around the world. Peacefully yours, Robby Frauenglas

Melody
Radlett, UK / Missouri, USA
Jun 20, 2002 at 11:00
Best Wishes on your birthday and every day! Thanks so much for the many hours of pleasure your books have provided me.

Mike and Rosana Millard
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Jun 20, 2002 at 12:24
May all future birthdays be at least as happy as the combined happiness all of us have enjoyed from your work.

Coraliss
Wisconsin, USA
Jun 20, 2002 at 13:56
Happy birthday to a great mystery writer!

GunBritt
Stockholm Sweden
Jun 23, 2002 at 05:46
I wish for you.. my favourite author.. the best of birthdays. With your books I've had many happy/scary moments and I thank you for those. With love GunBritt

Kay Roland
Crawfordsville, IN USA
Jun 26, 2002 at 16:41
Happy Birthday and I hope all is well for you! My aunt introduced me to your books a few years and ago and I am completely hooked! Thank you for writing such great reads! Kay

Harvey Vail Jr.
Chicago, IL
Jun 27, 2002 at 19:53
Dick, I have read many of your books, and loved them all. Have a wonderful year. God bless HFV

Mary Jo
Gill Mass.
Jun 27, 2002 at 21:49
You have given me so much joy since I discovered your books, I have read and re read them many times and I never tire of them.. A very happy and Blessed Birthday to you Mr Francis!!!

Marlene
Kenosha, WI
Jun 28, 2002 at 12:34
Happy Birthday and millions of thanks for the pleasures of life through your books. Your books and those of Rex Stout are prominent in my collection, as they are rereadable, the best reason in the world to keep a book. Happy Day and have a marvelous 81st year of life.

Adebola Adekoya
London
Jul 2, 2002 at 11:57
Happy Birthday to one of the Best writers of CLEAN crime fiction. I have to admit that you are a trememdous writer

Marnie Shae
Texas
Jul 2, 2002 at 14:34
Happy Birthday! I have enjoyed your books ever since I was introduced to them via Reader's Digest Condensed books one summer staying with a great aunt. The first book I read was "The Edge" and I was hooked!! Thank you for sharing your talent and experience with your readers. God bless you & yours!

Annette Smith
San Bernadino, CA
Jul 5, 2002 at 16:17
Happy Birthday, just know that you have provided many hours of joy to millions. Hope your birthday is joyous!!!

Catherine Fallon
New Jersey, USA
Jul 5, 2002 at 17:47
I've just counted. There are 36 books listed in "To the Hilt" which I am now rereading. I know I've enjoyed every one. I am 93 years old and most grateful for my eyesight. I just wanted you to know that your books have brought much pleasure to this LOL (Lucky Old Lady).

Cathie Heald
Pencarrow Stud, Hamilton, New Zealand
Jul 8, 2002 at 20:16
Mr Francis, I wish you all the best for your coming birthday. I would be pleased if you could advise what I would need to do to get permission to use the names of the horses in your books to name my own racehorses. I think it would be a wonderful theme to follow. My email address is: romaneesv@hotmail.com and my postal address is: Cathie Heald, Pencarrow Stud, 210 Pencarrow Road, R D 3, Hamilton, NEW ZEALAND

John King
North Yorkshite,England
Jul 10, 2002 at 15:27
Happy Birthday to a great author.Being a fan of horse racing,and my dad once owning some racing horses,he read your books,and he got me into them,Wild Horses probably being my favourite as it was one of the first i read by you.

Dee Todd
Houston, Texas
Jul 10, 2002 at 18:18
I have loved your books for over 20 years! I hope you never stop writting.

Matt Wright
Mesa, Arizona
Jul 11, 2002 at 18:10
Mr. Francis, I hope that you have wonderful birthday. Your books have brought me so much entertainment and enjoyment as I have read them. I have learned from each one of them, not only something about English culture and horse-racing, but also about people. You make your characters come to life. Thank you so much for sharing your gift with all of us. Here's to many happy years ahead, and more great writing!

Carole Skeen
Carlsbad, NM, USA
Jul 15, 2002 at 23:39
Thank you for the wonderful collection of your books! I have them all. I read them over and over. No other author can tell a story like you do. What a good read! Please, please write some more!!!!!!!! And a happy anniversary to you and your wife, and have a wonderful birthday also.

Andrea
USA
Jul 23, 2002 at 13:01
Dear Mr. Francis, Happy Birthday and many happy returns. I started your books when I was in high school (10 years ago w/ Hot Money), and I've read them ALL numerous times since. You're the best (and you signed some of my books for me in Lexington, KY, thanks so much.)

Nancy
Missouri
Jul 23, 2002 at 21:46
I admire and respect you so much. When I've felt too low or stressed to read anyone new, I've always been able to depend on your novels for entertainment and a quick "pick me up". Have a wonderful birthday!

Tim Campbell
Oklahoma City, OK. USA
Jul 24, 2002 at 16:39
Wow!! congrats on your 81st Birthday.. Thank you so much for so many years of wonderful reading experiences!! Have a Happiest of Days!!!

Donna La Rue
Boston MA USA
Jul 26, 2002 at 18:42
Dear Mr. Francis, I'm a doctoral student at Boston University and am writing on the liturgical arts. I've also been active in music, dance and drama as a performer and instructor. I get to France fairly often to do research for my dissertation on a 14th c. Ms there, in Sens. I've enjoyed your work and the characters you've created. I usually read a book in a single sitting and then re-re-read it in bits and pieces several times over, if it stands up to that scrutiny. There are usually at least two of yours upside down around the bed at any one time... I'll be going to England in a couple of weeks with a friend and have decided as a result of reading your work that I have to go to Stratford racecourse...I'm not usually a fan of races, or a visitor to racetracks, but I realized from reading your work that I might enjoy a visit! I've also been emailing a fellow I met on the trains here about six weeks ago. The conversation started because someone asked about who had won the Belmont stakes that day, and I replied that I didn't know but I should, because I'd been reading about racing recently...We're "just friends" at the moment, and it's hard to know where things might go, but at least you should know that the connection was made as a result of your books!!! I hope your day goes well...Many happy returns... Best--Donna La Rue, Ph.D. Candidate, "The Arts for Then and Now," Boston University Professors' Program "Dance and Sens Cathedral: Did They or Didn't They?"

Aug 1, 2002 at 15:42
Happy Birthday Dick, and God bless you! Love, Rivers

morris winer
toronto canada
Aug 1, 2002 at 19:29
just as good reading second time around

THOMAS J. BURKE
FRANKLIN , TN.
Aug 2, 2002 at 11:37
THE HAPPIEST OF BIRTHDAY WISHES TO YOU. SHOULD YOU GET THE ITCH IN YOUR FINGERS FOR ANOTHER BOOK IN YOUR RETIREMENT , I WOULD NOT STOP YOU. SINCE MOVING TO THE NASHVILLE AREA FROM SAN FRANCISCO YOU WERE ALWAYS MY RACE TRACK FIX. IT IS A MUCH LONGER DRIVE FROM HOME NOW. HOPE YOU HAVE A GREAT DAY, IT HAS ALWAYS BEEN A PLEASURE READING YOUR WORK. BEST WISHES; THOMAS J. BURKE

jim
cleveland
Aug 3, 2002 at 18:48
Happy Birthday , Dick... You certainly have a great way of using the English language. I've read all your books very slowly trying to make them last longer. Are you sure you don't have something hidden away in a file somewhere?

Eleanor Wettstein
Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Aug 6, 2002 at 11:30
I have read all of your books and have retained all of them in my library. I hope you will be able to write many more. Happy birthday and have many more. Thank you for all the enjoyment you have given me.

J. Harris
JRH723
Aug 7, 2002 at 10:36
How many hours,how many years, how many fun books of enjoyable reading you have given me (and many other fans)! Thank you and very best wishes for a wonderful day and a healthy, joyfilled year ahead.

Barbara Best
Marion, South Carolina
Aug 7, 2002 at 18:30
Since childhood I've enjoyed watching horseracing and knew the names of all the Kentucky Derby winners. Reading your books have opened a whole new world for me. "The Danger," "Decider," "Wild Horses," and "Come to Grief" are a few of my favorites. I love your writing style. Hoping you will write forever!

Maria Sandström
Kista, Sweden
Aug 11, 2002 at 12:53
Happy Birthday, Mr Francis. I have enjoyed all your books for many years now. I new absolutely nothing about race horses or steeple chase etc when I started reading your books. But after reading all of them, I keep rereading them over and over again whenever I need some excitement and dry English humoristic dialogues. They simply make me feel better! Your heroes are simple, kind, funny and very likable - I wish I could meet a man like that myself :-) Happy Birthday!

Susan Pizzini
West Grove, PA
Aug 11, 2002 at 19:37
Happy Birthday, I have a nice web site for you to look at since you are obviously a horse lover. www.nokotahorse.org It's tells about the wild horses that descended from Sitting Bull's war and buffalo horses and what remains of them. Please take a look at the brief history page. You may be inspired.

Janet Buchholz
Venezuela
Aug 15, 2002 at 14:02
Feliz Cumpleaños!!! Happy Birthday!!! It´s an honor for me to send you the best birthday wishes. I love all your books (I have all of them), i´ve re-read them so much i almost know them by heart. Both my daughters feel the same about them and have enjoyed them as much as i have. Keep on surprising us, and have a happy birthday.

Sara Daza Buchholz
Caracas, Venezuela
Aug 16, 2002 at 13:25
Dear Mr. Francis: Happy Birthday! My Mother has all your books, and I have being reading your mysteries for the last 18 years, Thank you for teaching me so much, about horses, people and amazing places. My Mother grew up with horses, in Montana - USA. But she came to live in Venezuela and had to give them up, your books has allow her to always be in touch with one of her passions. Take care Sara Daza Buchholz

Katie Cochran
Indiana
Aug 17, 2002 at 20:36
Happy Birthday to one of the greatest authors I have ever read! I first began reading your books as a young teen, and I still haven't stopped. You have a wonderful gift, and I am so glad you have decided to share it. Thank you so much for all the books that you have written as they have provided countless hours of pleasure for so many. I hope that you have a day that is as wonderful as you are. Best wishes, Katie Cochran

Dianne Faucher
New York City
Aug 18, 2002 at 16:38
Dear Mr. Francis, Just wanted to say how much your books have meant to me. As a result of reading about your love and respect for horses, I made a point of meeting some in person. They are as lovely and individual as I expected from your books. Thank you for that and for the many hours of deep satisfaction I've had reading and re-reading your books.

Suzanne Croft
Chesterbrook, PA
Aug 20, 2002 at 12:45
You are the best! I have read all of your novels (many more than once) and wait eagerly for the almost annual 'new' release. What I like most is that I learn about a different 'trade' in each book. Catering, accounting, glass blowing, whatever! Congratulations on your 81st birthday, and thanks for all of the 'good reads.'

Lenka Roganska
Slovak Republic
Aug 22, 2002 at 06:49
The more you have the better they have. I wish you sound health and loving family Your devoted reader Lenka (25 year)

Marilyn Cole
Toronto, Canada
Aug 22, 2002 at 20:54
I have every single one of your books, and have greatly enjoyed them all. Many happy returns to you on your birthday. May there be many more to come!

Raphaela
Vienna
Aug 23, 2002 at 14:33
I wish you a happy Birthday and i like your good books very much !

Marie Bartlett
North Wales, UK
Aug 26, 2002 at 19:47
Many happy returns Mr Francis, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for writing such wonderful books for us. I never tire of reading them, mine are all well read and very well loved.Thank you Sir, you are truly great!!

Darlyn Sandgren
Haymarket, Virginia
Aug 27, 2002 at 15:08
Happy Birthday. Just wanted you to know that your books have gotten me thru many a foaling season. Whenever we are expecting a new arrival, and I have to stay awake, I open one of your books. They are sure to keep me awake so I don't miss the delivery. http://www.fairviewhorsecenter.com

Kirk Gill
Denver, CO U.S.A
Aug 27, 2002 at 18:09
I truly admire the clear directness of your writing and the self-reliance of your heroes. You have entertained me, while touching me and educating me and honoring my intelligence by not stooping to either the maudlin or the sensational in your work. I thank you so much, and wish you the happiest of birthdays !!!

Thecla Smit
Groenlo, Netherlands
Aug 28, 2002 at 05:39
Dear Mr Francis, Happy birthday to you and thank you for all those books. I read them, most of them both in english and dutch and will keep them forever to read and reread. My friend likes them too, as we found out when we met.

Richard Cathcart
Woodbridge, Virgania
Aug 28, 2002 at 16:36
Many happy returns on your birthday and may you have many more. I truly have enjoyed your many books.

D Remien
Idaho Falls
Aug 28, 2002 at 20:29
Many thanks(!!!) for all the pleasurable hours of reading - I started over 30 years ago, and have read them all, some numerous times.

Kerstin Kingo
Denmark
Aug 29, 2002 at 06:35
Happy Birthday on October 31. I will be 22 on October 30. I love your books, I have read almost all that's translated to danish. Love Kerstin, and keep on writing!

Charles D. Hough
Minot, North Dakota, USA
Aug 29, 2002 at 14:33
I've never been to the type of horse races you describe yet you have made them live for me. I'm on my second time around reading all your books. Happy Birthday and thank you for the gifts you've given me.

Sheila Williams
Northville, Michigan
Aug 29, 2002 at 15:19
Mr. Francis - You are a dear friend to me. I have enjoyed reading and rereading your books since I saw you on a television morning show in the late 80's. I sincerely hope that we may again have the pleasure of enjoying yet another story from you. May your birthday be a special time for you.

Kerry Moodie
London
Aug 31, 2002 at 05:57
I would just like to join in the celebration of another year and wish you many more. Thank you for such enjoyment and entertainment over the years, wishing you the same for your Birthday!

Doreen
Arizona
Sep 1, 2002 at 04:22
Thank you for some wonderful reading! I am visiting England in October and plan to go to Newbury and the Newmarket racecourse thanks to information in some of your stories. xxxooo!

connaraye
council bluffs, iowa
Sep 1, 2002 at 12:02
Happy Birthday and many more. Thanks for all the wonderful hours of reading your books have given me and all the little extra things they have taught me.

Larry Robertson
Reeds Spring, MO
Sep 2, 2002 at 00:33
I heartily recommend your books to others. My wife and I particularly enjoy sound recordings of your books. Happy Birthday!! Keep on writing.

Andre Action Jackson
Neuilly-sur-Seine, France
Sep 2, 2002 at 03:55
I've never tried to figure why I was so lucky to be on the receiving end of such insightful words and moments with you. I treasure you for being a teacher/dear friend, and I thank you for allowing me the opportunity to get to know you. You're a wonderful person, and I feel lucky to have you as a part-time neighbor. The special memories I have of you and Mary will always remain in my heart and mind. You're a true gift to the world! See you soon!

Jane Hobart
Fayston, Vermont
Sep 2, 2002 at 17:55
Dear Dick Francis, My family (also avid readers of your books) and I would like to wish you a happy and healthy birthday in 2002! My little granddaughter Lydia was born on October 31 last year and I know she will be most proud to share that birthday with you when she is old enough to read. Oddly enough, my uncle and grandmother were also born on October 31. I know you had a rather sad birhtday last year. I hope the sun has begun to shine for you a bit now.

Maureen Byrne
Surprise, AZ
Sep 4, 2002 at 13:09
God Bless You, Dick Francis on your special day and may He continue to bless you for many more years and books! I read your books over and over and they give me such contentment! Thank you so much for so much joy!

Leigh Ann Golden
Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
Sep 6, 2002 at 00:07
Best birthday wishes Mr. Francis! Thank you for your words. Keep writing.

Jenny Ryan
London
Sep 6, 2002 at 14:59
Hi Dick Francis!!!! I am only 13 but i LOVE reading your wonderful books!!!! I am currently reading 'Nerve' which I think is one of your best so far!!!!!!I wish you all the best for the future and i hope you will keep on writing for many years to come!!!!!

Sarah Johnstone
Derbyshire
Sep 6, 2002 at 17:08
Dear Dick I wish a splendid birthday for you. Your books give me so much pleasure. I wish you long life, good health and happiness. Kind regards and best wishes Sarah

Carlos F. F. Mendes
San Francisco, California
Sep 6, 2002 at 21:20
Happy Birthday Mr. Francis and many happy returns! I am now reading Forfeit. It's the second book by you that I read. When some people see it they say, "oh that's the guy who writes about horse races, I never know what he's talking about". I don't either but you sure make reading about the world of horse races, jockeys and the accompanying intrigues very interesting! I hope to read more in the future. Thank you for the entertainment.

Susan
Briggs Library
Sep 7, 2002 at 13:36
The patrons st the library love to read Dick Francis. We all hope you have a very happy birthday!

orly agranat
hofit, israel
Sep 8, 2002 at 03:57
dear mr. francis, many best wishes,don't stop writing, it keeps you young and full of energy. from the woman in israel that already wrote you a letter before. happy birthday.

Gabrielle Saleeba
Melbourne Australia
Sep 9, 2002 at 04:10
Happy Birthday to a great storyteller from a long time fan

Linda Wells
Mobile, Alabama USA
Sep 10, 2002 at 11:32
Happy Birthday! Thank you for all of your great mystery novels.

Lucy Kennedy (52 yr)
Lismore, NSW, Australia
Sep 11, 2002 at 07:09
Thank you Dick, for your books and love of horses, and knowledge of people, which have so enriched my life. A very Happy Birthday!

Maria Irwin
mbi567@hotmail.com
Sep 11, 2002 at 17:32
Happy Birthday and for goodness's sake, when is your next book coming out? Do you know anything about stadium jumping in the US? I've anecedotal stories about horses facing all sorts of cruel perils in the effort to make them jump cleanly. (acid burns on forelegs, nails hammered into the top bar of practice jumps). The best way to heal is to keep busy, so get writing!

Raymond

Sep 12, 2002 at 15:47
Felicidades desde España. Un lector de tus libros. ¡Por muchos años!.

Adrianne Rainwater
El Dorado, CA
Sep 13, 2002 at 13:26
Happy Birthday to you. I am a horse lover/owner/trainer (dressage/jumping/endurance is my discipline) and was just turned on to your books and was encouraged to read them. I am going to start as soon as I can and catch up with 30 years and something of reading!!!! : ) Adrianne Rainwater

Cathy Perry
Marysville, Washington, USA
Sep 13, 2002 at 18:52
Dear Mr. Francis, I have greatly loved your books, especially the early ones. And, I have worked for the Library System for 17 years with so many patrons that are devoted readers. Have a very happy birthday, and many, many more. Much love and respect, Cathy Perry

Jenni Malarz
Redmond, WA
Sep 16, 2002 at 21:20
The best of birthday wishes to my most favorite author ever. I truly owe my high school English teacher sheaves of gratitude for making me read "Reflex" senior year. He could not have realized the many years of happy reading he would gave me with that one simple assignment. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Gale Sellers
Melbourne Beach, FL
Sep 17, 2002 at 08:47
Health and Happiness wishes are being sent to you. You have provided such wonderful entertaining books for me to enjoy. Your writing skills are superior. Please craft many more books for your appreciative fans!! Happy Birthday!!!

Savilla
Ohio
Sep 18, 2002 at 15:53
Happy Birthday and many more! Love your books!

Denise and Rebecca

Sep 19, 2002 at 22:12
Happy Birthday! We love you. Please keep writing. We miss our jockeys!

Marilyn McMillan
Hingham, MA,USA
Sep 19, 2002 at 22:17
Over the past twenty years, your books, anticipated and and then reread frequently, have reminded me in bad times that decency will prevail and in other times that a really good story never gets stale. I have been astonished and delighted in the work ethic that could produce a new hero (almost every time) in a new and interesting (and well researched) environment. I have a complete collection of your works, mostly in hardcover, with which I have recruited many readers. This is the second fan letter I've ever written; the first was to Huntley/Brinkley, the news team,after they covered their first political convention in the fifies. I hope that you find that good company! Thank you for all the many hours I've enjoyed reading and rereading your books.

Helen Buchanan
Toronto, Canada
Sep 20, 2002 at 14:49
For the last 20 years you've given me my best, and most anticipated, Christmas present - your latest book. I greatly missed it last year, but have recently read about the unfortunate passing of your wife and helpmate; my condolences. I hope you have a wonderful birthday this year, and many more to come.

Pride Mutoli
Shelton, WA, USA
Sep 20, 2002 at 23:43
Mr. Francis, Thank-you for sharing your philosophy of life and your wit through such wonderful stories all these years. The work you put into your craft was well spent and a constant inspiration! I hope your birthday is all that you want it to be, and I wish you much good fortune in whatever you decide to do next. :-)

Jan & Chris
Sydney, Australia
Sep 23, 2002 at 07:00
Dear Mr Francis, Happy Birthday. We love reading your books - we have read and enjoyed all of them. We look forward to your next adventure!

Martha J. Widra
Annapolis, MD
Sep 25, 2002 at 08:11
I have read every one of your books. As a mystery/suspense fanatic and a former horse owner they have a special pull for me, but it is the intricate plots, the wonderous characterizations, and the sheer rush for the finish that entralls me. Hope for many more years of giving pleasure and thrills to so many people. Take care. Martha Widra

Heidi Jurka
Tucson, Arizona, USA
Sep 25, 2002 at 16:46
All the best to you on your birthday and everyday. I have been reading your books,and every one of them, for many years. They have given me great pleasure, and I look forward to each one, savoring them as I go like fine chocolate. Your attention to detail in your research for each setting is wondeRful. I particularly enjoyed the descriptions in the early one in Russia, and the one with the chefs kitchen on the train. HAPPY BIRTHDAY DICK!

Bonnie
Toronto, Canada
Sep 25, 2002 at 17:23
Dear Mr. Francis, Please allow me to add my wishes for a very happy birthday and to take this opportunity to thank you for writing your wonderful books. I first "discovered" you about 10 years ago (the book was Dead Cert) and became an addict. I read every book you had written up to that time (I don't think I even managed to wash the dishes that week) and then joined the rest of your readers who wait anxiously for your next book to be published. Thank you for the many, many hours of pleasure.

Cassandra L Kyle
San Francisco, CA, USA
Sep 26, 2002 at 22:37
You've been brightening my reading life since I was in the 7th grade in 1959. Thank you so much for all the wonderful stories. My favorites are Hot Money, Rat Race and Flying Finish. Many happy returns!

Wilda
Conyers
Sep 28, 2002 at 16:55
Happy Birthday, to my favorite author. Is there another book coming soon?

Phil Kerslake
Wellington New Zealand
Sep 28, 2002 at 21:59
Congratulations Dick. Your books have brought a lot of pleasure to many people for a long time. Please keep it up! Kind regards, Phil

Diana
Redding, California
Sep 28, 2002 at 23:29
A very special birthday greeting for my favorite author. I have learned greatly and been enriched by your wonderful stories!

Delphine
Singapore (in Asia)
Sep 29, 2002 at 09:58
Hi Mr. Francis! Just wanted to say Happy Birthday. I enjoyed reading your books very, very much. Do continue to write!

Caroline Smith
Pennsylvania, US
Sep 29, 2002 at 19:29
Hi! I am 12 years old and in the 8th grade. I discovered your books three years ago and have loved them ever since. Happy, happy birthday! I would love it if you would write a book a year again, because your life is so interesting and parts of it seem to come out in your writing (I discovered this today when I was researching you for a report.)We all love you and hope you will be around for a very long time!

Paula Edwards
Arkansas
Oct 1, 2002 at 12:40
Happy birthday, Mr Francis. I am so glad I discovered your books. I share your love of horses and I love your characters. I became an avid fan the year I was in Guatemala. I was able to find lots of your books at my favorite bookstore in Antigua. You replaced my TV!!! Since returning to the US I find I still prefer Dick Francis!

Jackie
New Jersey, USA
Oct 1, 2002 at 21:28
A Happy Birthday and Many More. Thank you for the pleasure your books have brought to me and my friends.

Mary
Seattle
Oct 2, 2002 at 13:34
Happy Birthday, I enjoyed meeting you and your wife in Seattle. I had all my books autoghraphed. We are looking forward to your next book.

Mary Williamson
San Antonio, TX
Oct 4, 2002 at 17:00
Happy Birthday and thanks for the many years of wonderful, brillant stories!

Mickie
San Andreas, California
Oct 4, 2002 at 17:50
Best wishes on your birthday! I love your books, and intend to own the entire library of them. Lord bless you.

Pat Wahl
Seattle Washington
Oct 5, 2002 at 12:29
Happy birthday and many thanks for the wonderful books which my parents enjoy so much at Christmas.

Lu Ann Curlee
Woodbury, TN
Oct 6, 2002 at 01:12
I have chosen Whip Hand for my writing class to read. You're about to get a few more fans. I love all your books. Have a wonderful birthday.

Wayne Daley
Brockville, Ontario, Canada
Oct 7, 2002 at 14:32
Thank you for the many hours of pleasure you've given me through your books. I've read most of them and some more than once. Have a happy birthday and many more to come.

Tamara Závodská
Bratislava ( Slovakia)
Oct 8, 2002 at 09:42
Dear Mr. Francis. I am thanful for this opportunity to send to you my best wishes. I wish you just the sunshine in your life and in your heart, and lots of lots of love, because it's the most important thing. I wish you also a good health and strenghth so you can enjoy all the beuties of the world. You've been enlightening my life for years by your books,and I can read them over and over, anytime, and still there are the books I love the most. And for all the wonderful moments you brought to my life through you writing, I am thankful. It is not so much, just few lines, but they are sincere, from the bottom of my heart. HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Tamara

Martha Grumette
poshburns@earthlink.net
Oct 8, 2002 at 15:47
I love your alter egos and you so much for all that you have shared and may you be well and wistfully fulfilled for the remainder of your remarkable life.

Scott Carson
Athens, Ohio
Oct 8, 2002 at 16:09
Dear Mr. Francis-- I very much enjoy your novels, and I thank you for the many years of pleasure you have given me. What a gift, to be able to provide so much entertainment to so many! Many happy returns!

Jan
Northbrook, IL
Oct 8, 2002 at 23:39
My mother discovered your book(s) waaay back in 1964. Every year until she died (1989) she and her sister and my sister and I waited happily for your next book. I went to your signing at "Scotland Yard" in Winnetka ("Wild Horses"); it was a pleasure to meet you. Happy Birthday and many more. Thank you for all the good times you've given me and my family. Jan

Kristopher Daniel Johnson

Oct 9, 2002 at 10:51
I have a birthday gift for Mr. Francis...my first offering of fiction, The Endgame, which was recently published and is doing quite well in the early going. Please let me know where I can send this to make sure it reaches the birthday boy by 10/31...Thanks, Kris Johnson (Charlotte, NC, 704/525-8273) p.s. Here is a link to a feature story on the book from the daily newspaper in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. (America's greatest horse racing town!) http://www.saratogian.com/site/news.cfm?newsid=5553437&BRD=1169&PAG=461&dept

Marty Ladd
Ponca City, OK.
Oct 9, 2002 at 12:33
Since my mother introduced me to your writing many years ago, I patiently waited for each new book to hit the stands. I have always enjoyed your wonderful way with words and shared your passion for the "Sport of Kings". May God bless you on number 82 and give you happiness and health for many years to come!

ulla sköld
Eskilstuna, Sweden
Oct 10, 2002 at 01:39
Happy birthday and thank you for all your wonderful books, i have read them all!!!! Ulla sköld

Melissa
Redmond, WA
Oct 10, 2002 at 16:32
Happy Birthday and many, many thanks for the years of enjoyment you have given so many of us!!!!

Kerry C
Michigan
Oct 10, 2002 at 21:10
Happy Birthday Mr. Francis Thank you for all the great books. Hope you have a wonderful day.

peter oneill
sharnford,leicestershire
Oct 11, 2002 at 08:23
many thanks for your visit with felix to see me in hospital on the qe2 to new york .i really appreciated the personal signed copy of shattered(even if it is the same as my left leg ) jan would like to send her kind regards also.have tried since returning from NY to find an e-mailor even your cayman address but your security is good. have a very happy birthday and maybe if i dont break the other leg we might meet sometime best regards pete oneill

Hubi
Poland
Oct 11, 2002 at 08:39
Happy Birthday & best wishes from one of your many fans from Poland. h.wronski@ggh.pl

Marta
Pennsylvania
Oct 11, 2002 at 12:33
Dear Mr. Francis, Thank you for all the wonderful reading memories you have given me over the years. I hope that your birthday is a joyful day for you!

D Mair
Scotland
Oct 14, 2002 at 13:52
Happy Birthday! I've only read two books and I'm hooked already. Better get reading...

Oct 14, 2002 at 19:26
Thanks for all the great stories! They bring back happy memories of my horse-riding days. Happy Birthday!

Kathryn Curtis
Cheltenham, UK
Oct 15, 2002 at 08:13
I have enjoyed your books for many years. my school friend was inspired by you and now lectures in crime fiction at St Andrews University, and I quote you regularly in my work as an occupational therapist! Many blessings

Anita Geiß-Behner
Zum Stöcker Hof 131/57258 Freudenberg/GERMANY
Oct 16, 2002 at 03:40
Hi Mr. Francis, all my important men have birthday on October 31... ;o))) My husband and you - wish you all the best for many many years ago. And from you I wish much more books - pleeeeeeeeease!! At the moment I start to read all books of you again, many friends of me were fans in between. So, stay healthy and straight and have a good time, Anita and the Horses (www.stoeckerhof.de)

Holly Anna Jones
Richmond, Virginia USA
Oct 16, 2002 at 13:53
Many of my greatest adventures and all of my riding has been in the pages of your novels. I remember tinned Oregon cherries, tea and living in four of your novels in the week following my purchase of Banker. I hope you will have even a fraction of that fun on your birthday.

Tanja
Germany
Oct 17, 2002 at 16:39
Dear Mr.Francis I wish you all the best. I have enjoyed all the books you wrote that I was able to read. One sentance has been with me ever since I first read it: Find something you love doing, and spend your life doing it. It seems you suceeded, I´m working on doing so as well. Thanks.

Mike Young
Wilmington, North Carolina
Oct 17, 2002 at 22:54
Happy Birthday, Mr. Francis. I hope your birthday is as pleasurable as the time I have spent reading your books.

Oct 20, 2002 at 15:54
Happy birthday, dear Mr Francis! I hope you are well and you'll have a wonderful birthday within your family! Once looking for an idol in real life I found you and your fascinating kind of living, riding, writing. But first of all: Reading your books always makes me happy because I can be sure to know a protagonist I'd fall in love to if I ever met one of them ! And they all are you I think ... Many Thanks for lots of happy hours you gave me, dear and admired Mr Francis Have a lovely birthday Best wishes from Germany Your great fan Gabi Kramer

Liam Doab
Ireland
Oct 21, 2002 at 08:14
Happy birthady Dick, You deserve the best for the endless hours of enjoyable reading you have given me down through the years.

Yvette Wells
Melbourne, Australia
Oct 21, 2002 at 09:09
I hope you have a wonderful Birthday. Thankyou so much for many wonderful books that my mother in law and I both love to read. Kindest Aussie regards, Yvette :o)

Corien Bennink
Diever, Netherlands
Oct 22, 2002 at 07:05
Dear Mr. Francis, Wishing you a very happy 82nd birthday and good health from behind my computerscreen on a very rainy autumn day in the Netherlands. Best regards, Corien Bennink.

Larry Charles
Tigard, Oregon USA
Oct 22, 2002 at 12:28
Mr. Francis, Thank you for the wonderful contribution you have made. Millions of readers, for generations to come, will enjoy your excellent work. I am inspired, and often awed by your writing. Moreover, you have provided a standard toward which I, and other writers, continually aspire. Happy Birthday. Larry Charles

Mikaela

Oct 22, 2002 at 13:36
Happy birthday! You're the best crime novelist ever walked on earth(forgive me my bad english, I'm finnish). I'm only 14-years old, but I've read nearly your every book! In english also! A bit difficult, but I manage. My favorite books are 'Come to grief', 'Longshot' and 'bolt(damn Allardeck! Served him right!)'. Can't wait for your next book. Thank you for all those great moments spent reading your book in overhelming excitement.

Robin Wilson
Sacramento CA
Oct 22, 2002 at 14:44
My best wishes for your birthday. You have brought so much joy to my life with your facinating books. I have enjoyed reading them for years. Now my sister is "hooked" and she was thrilled I had many of your books. I rescue racing greyhounds and have often thought that venue would make an interesting plot. Living in Florida I am sure you are familiar with the abuse and destruction of these gentle animals. Please accept my sympathy for your loss. My heart is saddened for you and your family. If there is anything at all I can help you with please contact me. I am a secretary for the US Geological Survey, and would be happy to type letters for you if you need help with your correspondence. It would be my honor to assist you. Robin Wilson 10587 Pinot Way Sacramento CA 95670 916 852-7933 rswilson@usgs.gov

Kevin O'Brien McCarn
Washington, DC
Oct 23, 2002 at 21:36
Sir, I have been a fan for years - as has most of my family. Each year for the last few - we always looked forward to your new book, which we gave to our father whose birthday is Oct 15th. He passed last year at the age of 71 - He was also a very big fan. I sincerely hope you are well, and that your days are filled with joy - or at least, contentedness - as you have brought me - and my family - many hours of happiness and conversation.

Carole Gadway
Lancaster MA U.S.A.
Oct 24, 2002 at 06:10
I first read a Dick Francis book in a reader's digest codensed volume. I fell in love. Thank-you for writing such delightful books. Happy Birthday

Keith Latimore
Atlanta, Ga. USA
Oct 25, 2002 at 03:24
Rereading your books is a great joy for me. Happy Birthday

Amar Joshi
Mumbai, India
Oct 25, 2002 at 11:04
I have been reading your books since my salad days. This, though is the first opportunity for me to says thanks on the wonderful occasion on your 82nd birthday. Have a Great Day and great year ahead !!

joel probisky
buffalo grove, IL
Oct 25, 2002 at 16:49
Putting words together here is a daunting task considering the delicious expertise with which you do in all you write. Your works have given me a tremendous amount of pleasure by the way they let the story slip by with ease, a thankful wonderment in how you relinquish information beyond the average individuals knowledge and a desire to read your next work immediately after finishing the latest published. I have read and reread each of your novels and never fail to find something new that my eyes and mind missed during the previous readings. I wish you a happy birthday and thank you for all the pleasure you have provided to me.

Edward Koss
Wisconsin USA
Oct 25, 2002 at 23:50
Thank you for the enjoyment your books have brought to me. I listen while I commute to work. Happy Birthday.

Joy Froelich
Madison, Wisconsin, USA
Oct 26, 2002 at 21:19
A very Happy Birthday! And my deepest thanks for years of reading pleasure -- I re-read them frequently!

peter seden
selwyn college cambridge
Oct 27, 2002 at 11:00
happy birthday Mr Francis. My girlfreind loves your books, has read them all and is trying to collect a copy of each one. she has nearly completed her collection and i thought it would make her collection complete if she had a copy of one of your books (whip hand is her favourite) signed by you. would it be possible for me to get one somehow? and how could i go about it? many thanks and many happy returns. P.T. Seden selwyn college cambridge CB3 9DQ email- pts22@cam.ac.uk

Nikita D'costa
Mumbai, India
Oct 27, 2002 at 13:59
Happy Birthday!!!! Love your books. Enjoy re-reading them regularly.

Jyoti Kapadia
Mumbai, India
Oct 27, 2002 at 14:00
Happy Birthday!!!

Baron von Manteuffel
D-74722 Schloss Boedigheim
Oct 28, 2002 at 08:30
There are many of your admirers in Germany too ! Pleas go on writing and stay well to be able to do so ! Baron von Manteuffel

Petra
Czech Republic
Oct 28, 2002 at 09:43
Dear Mr. Francis, I love reading your books and so I wish you a very happy birthday. Thank you for everything. Petra

joan shannon
n.ireland
Oct 28, 2002 at 13:37
Do so miss my annual autumn fix of DF books. Wish you could go on and on writing forever. All good wishes for your birthday.

David Bolland
Motutapu island,Auckland, New Zealand
Oct 30, 2002 at 04:01
Many thanks for crafted words and thoughtful people that have live in your novels. I wish you well for this day and all the others on your horizon.

Terri Whiffin
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
Oct 30, 2002 at 12:24
Mr. Francis - I wish you all the best on your birthday - I hope it will be more a treat than a trick! I enjoy your books thoroughly; the British wording you use reminds me of my grandfather ("Bloody hell!" makes me laugh every time). Have a wonderful year!

Ned Stewart
Gainesville FL
Oct 30, 2002 at 16:44
Dick, Thanks for all the great books! You are the man.

Lloyd L. Thoms, Jr.
Wilmington, DE
Oct 31, 2002 at 05:25
with many thanks for hours of reading pleasure.

Keith Flinders
Canada
Oct 31, 2002 at 10:47
Many Happy Returns Mr Francis and thank you for many hours of reading enjoyment. I can't tell you how many times I have read each of your books that I have but each time is as good as the first. I carry a list of your books with me to try and complete my collection when the oportunity arises. All the best.

Edwin E Lyons
Berewyn IL USA
Oct 31, 2002 at 13:25
We met at a bookshop in Skokie and I had your signed copy of WILD HORSES from Harrods. You personalised it for me. MANY MORE 'HAPPY NEW YEARS"

Leslie Whittle
Louisville, Kentucky
Oct 31, 2002 at 14:52
your books are a welcome retreat at the end of a long day of work. God has blessed you with such a great talent.

Bruce Freeman
Neptune, NJ, USA
Oct 31, 2002 at 16:47
Happy Birthday. Sorry to hear of your loss. This birthday wish find me in the midst of rereading several of your novels. First class entertainment! Bruce Freeman

June
Virginia, USA
Nov 1, 2002 at 11:10
Happy birthday to a wonderfully readable author. I've enjoyed all of your books through the years, whether it was the first reading or the tenth. With your help, I became interested in horse racing and made my first trip (finally!)to the tracks last month. It was fabulous and I hope to go again frequently. To a long and delightful life!

Joyce Gardner
Nelson, New Zealand
Nov 1, 2002 at 17:26
Dear Mr. Francis, I hope you have a very Happy Birthday, and I would like to say a very big thankyou for all your wonderful books. I have read them all many times and always find them exciting and gripping. You are a master in the art of thriller writing, and I appreciate the way you always introduce something else of interest into your stories, be it artworks, distilling or flying. I will miss your contribution to the world of literature. May you enjoy a long and happy retirement, with best wishes, always.

Odessa Casimiro
Lanham, Maryland
Nov 1, 2002 at 19:39
God Bless you, your family and best wishes for a super, funfilled, wonderful & excellent birthday!! I hope you celebrate many more and your days are filled with laughter & love. I love your books and I rejuvinated by your "style" in life. Odessa

Shirley Tuttle
Yakma,washington
Nov 2, 2002 at 20:17
Happy Birthday ! iam 74 years young and have read and enjoyed most of your books thank you shirley

Gabrielle M
unnowen
Nov 3, 2002 at 10:59
Dear mister Dick Francis, I have just startid reading your book Risk wich is the firt book I have from you and I find it facinating. The mane reason I piqued up won of your books was because i am also verry enterested in hores racing,little did I know it would be so interresting. All the best wishes.

Nov 3, 2002 at 11:00
Happy birthday Dick I'm won of your biggest fans

beth
massachusetts
Nov 3, 2002 at 11:28
dear mr. frances, i am 15 years old adn have read several of your books. i came upon this site quite by accident adn thought it might be fu to send birthday wishes. born on halloween, i see. a nice touch on a murder writter. i have a friend mary, shes an older lady, who has read all of your books adn thinks the world of you. im going to tell her about this web sight adn maybe youll here from her. i hope you continue your greate writting adn have many more years of it. happy birthday! Beth

Fritz and Carol Halbert
High Rolls, NM
Nov 5, 2002 at 11:09
We are now in the prosess of re-reading all your books...our local library (Alamogordo) has a veritable treasure-trove of your works in paperback. Years ago I read all of your books for the action and suspence..now I treasure them for the charactor studies, and espesially the message that shines thru of honor and integrety sorely missed in this age. Thank you more that I can say...I know "Sid" could say it so much better!!

John R. McGaw
Williamsburg, Virginia
Nov 8, 2002 at 17:32
I am very pleased to be able to wish my favorite mystery writer a very happy Birthday and many more to follow. You have greatly expanded my world by introducing me to horses and racing. Thank you again for the many happy hours your boks have brought me and will bring me in the futures. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! sincerely yours John McGaw

Lizy Liemandt
Carson City, NV
Nov 12, 2002 at 13:50
Mr. Francis, Thanks for all the wonderful stories, I have been reading them since 1980 and have loved everyone.

David Ellison
Hull
Nov 13, 2002 at 05:13
Dear Mr Francis, I wonder if you would be interested in the car reg no D1KKS which I have for sale. All the best, David Ellison. If interested you can contact me by fax on 01482 631674

Hans-Jurgen Lehmann
Ridgewood, NJ
Nov 16, 2002 at 13:47
Belated Happy Birthday Wishes to a treasured writer!

David Francis
Devon
Nov 17, 2002 at 14:01
Happy Belated Birthday Greetings. I am a native of Woore in Shropshire and I understand you had one of your first rides at Woore Point to Point races. I also met Tim Brookshaw at one of the fences he was inspecting. I am also a relative of Lester Piggott on my mothers side. I wonder if you are related to me? Where was your family from? Kind Regards, David Francis.

M H Howard
Beverly Hills, California
Nov 18, 2002 at 19:10
For many years I have looked forward to a Xmas holiday trip to England AND a new Dick Francis book to celebrate it. And, each year has been better and better. I wish you the happiest and healthiest of birthdays with some of the pleasure and joy you have given me and your readers

Janet Harvey
Seattle, WA
Nov 18, 2002 at 20:50
Birthday Greetings from Seattle. We have a new track, Emerald Downs, with a view of Mount Rainier. We Seattleites hope you will come out here again soon.The track opens in April each year. In the meantime, please look forward to your 82nd year. Wishing you many many more. Happy Birthday.

Mary
Las Cruces, New Mexico, U.S.A.
Nov 20, 2002 at 20:56
I have enjoyed your books so much over the years,you are my favorite author. I appreciate the variety of backgrounds in your books, it's a great way to learn about things I never would have thought about before. I wish you all the best for this birthday and wish you more great birthdays to come. God's blessings to you.

DOROTHY ZACCARIA
COCONUT CREEK, FL, USA
Nov 25, 2002 at 16:30
WELL WE CAN BE LATE FOR YOUR LAST BIRTHDAY, OR EARLY FOR YOUR NEXT. I THINK I'LL WISH YOU BOTH HAPPY BITRHDAY AND ANOTHER HAPPY BIRTHDAY. I LOVE ALL OF YOUR BOOKS, I COLLECT THEM, HAVE A FEW MORE TO GO FOR A COMPLETE COLLECTION. MY BEST WISHES AND THANKS FOR THE WONDERFUL ADVENTURES IN YOUR BOOKS. DOROTHY

Carol Byron
Costa Mesa, CA USA
Dec 2, 2002 at 09:29
When I was ill what kept me going was re-reading your books. Thank you for the integrity.

Theresa
Canada
Dec 5, 2002 at 01:10
I love your books so much that I've read them all several times. A very happy birthday to you from Canada!

Len Wack
Springfield, Vermont
Dec 6, 2002 at 21:30