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A Message From The Family

1/17/2019

99 Comments

 
Dear readers and friends,
 
I’m Dylan, Scott’s son. I believe Dad has mentioned me in passing a few times over the years in various blogs, posts, and emails. I’d love to say it’s a pleasure to meet all of you directly, but, considering the context of this message, I’d be lying with each keystroke. Still, I’m going to do my best to inform you, enlighten you, and give you a general overview of what to expect in the coming months and years.

First, I want to say how honored, humbled, and appreciative I am of all your various correspondence since Dad’s passing. We’ve long known Dad had an incredibly loyal and supportive group of friends and fans, but I’ve been astounded by the number of deeply touching, well-articulated tributes we’ve received since we lost him. I’ve often found tears in my eyes, and I’ve often been at a loss for breath or for words.

I’ve started and stopped this message several times over the past few months, but I’ve finally arrived at a place where I feel like I can effectively communicate with you. The past year has been hell on earth for our family. 2018 started with Mom’s rapid decline and eventual passing after years of ferociously fighting off the most insidious disease this world has ever seen. Late in 2017, her doctors at Vanderbilt finally exhausted their options, and we were finally face-to-face with the day we had long-dreaded. It was incredibly difficult to helplessly watch the changes as Mom stopped treatment and the never-ending onslaught continued to chip away at her body and her dignity. She fought to the bitter end, all of us by her side. I’m so proud of her. We all are. I’ll be forever grateful for the laughs and love we shared, and for the privilege of having my love returned tenfold by such an extraordinary woman. Even the word ‘love’ doesn’t do justice to the bond she shared with Dad, Kody, and me. Our connection was deeper, almost as if the four of us comprised four parts of a single being.

Dad named me Dylan Thomas Pratt as a tribute to one of his favorite poets, Dylan Thomas, and more specifically to his favorite of Thomas’ poems, “Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night.” We often spoke of how Mom was the physical manifestation of that poem, of how she raged and raged because the people she loved most on this Earth were here, and she’d be damned if she was going to be anywhere else. Her courage and her spirit remain unmatched and undefeated.

The months after Mom’s passing were awful, especially for Dad. My sister and I were around every day to help with Mom’s care before she went, but Dad was living and breathing it. Every waking second of every day. When we lost her, Dad lost his purpose. He had cared for and loved her every single day for the thirty-two years they were together, but it’s a whole different level of commitment when someone you love is suffering through such a debilitating, sinister fight. Especially when that fight lasts more than 12 years. Even from a career standpoint, everything Dad was able to achieve was about providing Mom with a better, more comfortable life. When Mom passed, Dad was inconsolable. It took months for him to begin finding any joy in living again. Tragically, my sister and I felt Dad had started to turn the corner in the weeks before his passing. He was beginning to see reasons to keep going forward, not in a sense of forgetting Mom, but in a sense of trying to find some peace and fulfilment in his family and his innermost self. My sister and I have spoken many times since he died about how overcoming Mom’s death was the last obstacle he needed to conquer in a life chalked full of unimaginable hardship. Then, he was given a chance to join Mom in whatever lies beyond the veil. The opportunity presented itself, and he took it.

Since Dad was struggling to work on his solo novel towards the end of Mom’s life and after she went, he reverted to one of his core character traits:  helping people. Aside from taking on voluntary duties helping to coach a local high school basketball team, he decided to lend his talents to two local authors by writing with them, editing their work, and eventually guiding them through the completion of their novels. The first of those novels, The Sins of the Mother by Dad and Mark Stout, was released in early November just before his passing.

Honor and duty. In his mind, these were among the most important foundational pillars in becoming a man, and he instilled these values deeply into me from a young age. As a family dealing with Mom’s cancer, we’ve been staring death in the eyes for a long time. Because of this, Dad often talked to me about my responsibility to our family after he was gone. He was adamant that it was my duty to continue driving his work, further cementing his legacy and what he’s left behind for our family. I will continue doing that. I also feel it’s my responsibility to finish out the projects he was working on. Here are those projects:  two more books co-written with Mark Stout which he had already spent considerable time working on, two books co-written with Kelly Hodge which he had already worked on, and finally, Dad’s younger brother, Dan, and I will be finishing the solo novel, and possibly the three-book series, for Audible Originals that he was working on. We’ll also be writing a tenth installment in the Dillard series, a book we anticipate will be the last in the Dillard saga. I’m writing to let you know this because I don’t want anyone to feel like there’s any sort of profiteering going on. It’s a matter of honor, of finishing what he started. I will never publish anything under Dad’s name that he wasn’t directly involved in conceptualizing and working on. So, once these are finished, there won’t be anymore titles released under Dad’s name. At that time, I’ll evaluate which way I feel is best to move forward, and we’ll go from there. At some point, there will be a biography written about Dad. He was an extraordinary man that led an extraordinary life. When the time is right, I’ll make sure whoever writes it does him justice.

We’re still reeling from this. I’ve lost my two most precious people over the past six months. All I know to do is try to pick up the pieces and do my best to live in a way that honors their legacy and makes them proud. And that’s exactly what I intend to do.

I loved them both before I was born, and I’ll love them both after I’m long gone.
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Best,
Dylan
99 Comments
Sue Dorfman
1/17/2019 04:04:10 pm

Thank you so very much for your update. My heart goes out to you and Kody on the passing of your beloved parents. I will truly miss your dad and his books, they have kept me company on many a long night when sleep would not come. I am so happy to hear there will be another Dillard book, thank you for completing it.

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Marcie Bakker
7/28/2020 01:34:47 am

I so agree with you, Sue. I just discovered Scott Pratt during my quarantine during this pandemic. I have purchased and read the first three Dillard books. I was here to write a review and read this loving son’s message. His Dad was a great writer and I think his son is also.

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Larry Jenkins
1/17/2019 04:28:19 pm

I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of both your parents. Your dad gave me so much enjoyment in the books he wrote and I will miss that tremendously. Best of luck to you in the future in all things but especially your writing career.

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Suzette
1/17/2019 04:47:19 pm

I was shocked when I got the email today from you Dylan, I do not know how I missed hearing of your fathers passing. My condolences to you and your family, I cannot imagine the heartache. I admired your father through his work, especially the Dillard series. When I first was introduced to the book through Amazon in 2018, I devoured it and quickly all the rest in the series. I had read some of his blogs but I guess I missed how much the wife was based on true life and his beloved wife and your mother. Again, my deepest condolences to you and your family for the lost of both your mom and your dad. I hope you all can take the time you need to grieve.. Blessings and prayers to you all.

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Anne McAneny link
1/17/2019 05:38:53 pm

I am so sorry for your loss. I literally discovered your father's books today as I was searching for top-rated legal thrillers. After reading a preview of one of his books, I became an instant fan. Then I clicked on your post and read the sad news. I'm sure you are making him proud by completing what he started, and I just bet he would want you to continue his legacy, if you so choose. My sincerest condolences on the passing of both of your parents. Best regards, ~Anne

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Larry Klein
3/10/2020 03:07:37 am

I too had recently discovered your father's books and have also become an instant fan as I've read the first 4 (going on 5) of the Dillard series in about 2 weeks they are outstanding and equal to any I have read, Grisham, etc. are not as well written or plotted out in my humble opinion! I am so saddened to hear he has passed away and have never given my email address to any writer before. I just have been so drawn to his style and sense of honor and doing the right thing and family love in his writings. I kind of wish you were at least in a little part named after Bob Dylan my favorite song writer but pay no mind. My feelings go out to you over their passing, I also had a similar thing happen in my Mom and Dad's passing and can feel your pain (to quote a worn cliché) ! Each Dillard book is getting better with each book and I didn't believe that could be possible! I can't wait to start #5 and all else of your Fathers writings. Keep on believing in the god in life !

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Missy Kirby
1/17/2019 06:38:03 pm

Dylan,
I am so sorry about the loss of both your parents. I was unaware of your father's passing as I spent my Christmas holiday binge reading his books. I live in East Tennessee and had just recently discovered him. I'm pretty sure my husband was quite tired of me continually talking about each book as we traveled.
Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

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Steve Gannon link
1/17/2019 06:39:05 pm

Thank you for your heartfelt update, Dylan. You wrote a beautiful tribute to your dad and the life he lived. I'm sure he would have been proud to read it.
With my deepest sympathy to you and your family,
Steve Gannon

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Suzanne Pierson
1/17/2019 08:28:38 pm

I am so sorry to hear your father passed away. I absolutely loved his writing. He wrote great stories while keeping to clean writing (no bad language etc). Which I appreciated greatly. God bless your family at this time.

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Jeanne Hovenden
1/17/2019 10:21:32 pm

So sorry to learn of his tragic death. As an attorney, I have enjoyed his books and hope that Dylan succeeds in bringing his last projects to completion.

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Andrew Delaplaine link
1/18/2019 02:21:52 pm

I've only been following your family's heartbreaking journey for about a year, when I first discovered your Dad's books and read all his past updates.

I urge you to continue to complete as much of his unfinished work as you can. You will be doing a very important task that will burnish Scott's legacy. Let others contribute, but make sure it's done. It's important work. He was very clear when he told us how much you were an integral part of his success, so you have much to be proud of.

Our thoughts & prayers are with you. Good luck.

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Darline Duncan link
2/15/2020 04:51:14 pm

I just found Scott Pratt and Joe Dillard series. While looking for other "series" books I saw the blurb on Amazon about the Innocent Client and decided to give it a try even though I generally bypass "legal" books. I read it through the night it arrived and knew I had to order more. What a great Author and what amazing true to life characters he developed. He made me rethink the whole lawyer situation. From past experiences I never thought lawyers had hearts or cared about anything but making a lot of money. Of course my experience was never in criminal defense. I also appreciated the way he played down the sex and bad language. Some is appropriate but so many authors these days write more sex scenes than story. Your father showed his loving nature in every character, even in the harsh but necessary treatment of Sarah. Some people are just plain evil but most have love and a sense of right and wrong inside them if you look for it. I am so sorry you have lost your parents. I also lost both mine a year apart but it was 20 years ago and I still miss them but have gotten to the point I can look at each day with some pleasure. It will get better for you too. I have ordered all the rest of the Joe Dillard books and am so happy you will be producing a few more. I am looking forward to reading them. Best wishes to you and your family.

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Kim
1/18/2019 09:28:38 pm

Thank you so much for letting us know about your Mom and Dad. I'm sorry to hear of their passing. When my grandfather passed away my grandmother couldn't get past her loss either. He was her all. The two of them did everyrhing together for over 50 years. She was totally lost and really had no will to move forward. I understand. Love like that is rare these days. I know that your father had such a love for your Mom to love on and help her through her long illness.

Your father gave so many of us pleasure in reading his stories. I'm sad that there will be just a few more, but confident that simce you are his son, if you decide to follow in his steps, you'll be just as good.

God bless and prayers as you and your sister continue on your new "normal".

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Barbara Burrowbridge
1/19/2019 10:58:49 am

I sent you an e-mail a couple days ago. I hope you received it. I loved your Father & enjoyed all his books. I especially enjoyed his sharing his family with the readers. Every book was like he took all of you as main characters. God bless all of you, looking forward to the books you'll be finishing of Scott's.

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Tom Swyers
1/19/2019 06:08:21 pm

God bless you and your family. As a fellow legal thriller author, attorney, and reader, your Dad was so inspiartational to me. Thank you for sharing him with us.

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Juanita Pratt
1/20/2019 02:37:52 pm

Oh my, I am so sorry. My son's name is Scott Pratt. When I saw your father's name on a book list, I just had to have it. Then I bought all of his books that were available at that time. I felt like I knew your entire family as they were always in his characters, especially your mother. His love for her and you and your sister was so evident. Words cannot soothe you and your sister's hearts, but know that an old woman in Oklahoma has you in her heart and mind. I will look forward to the new books in his name, and hope you find your way. Go forth and make him proud.

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Susan
1/20/2019 05:19:11 pm

Dear Dylan and family,

I am so sorry for your loss and shocked beyond belief to read this. I have long been a reader and admirer of Scott Pratt. As an indie author myself, and one who has started to write my own legal thriller series (my favorite genre), I have often thought of reaching out to Scott for advice and encouragement.

It has been a couple of months since I last checked in with this blog to see if there were any updates. My reason for doing so today made this news especially difficult.

Author Mark Dawson was asking his community today to suggest indie authors who we thought would be excellent and interesting to invite on his weekly podcast. I started to write a post to suggest Scott Pratt - describing him as an amazing indie author who literally "owned" the legal thriller category on Amazon, and having today counted 12 of the top 24 best-selling books in the category.

I was preparing to write what a genuine guy he seemed from his blog and how I thought he would make a wonderful guest for the self-publishing podcast when something prompted me to pop over here to see if there was anything new.

It was like a punch to the gut to read about Scott's passing, as well as his wife's.

Scott Pratt was an inspiration to indie authors as well as a wonderful story teller. I was also inspired by one of his posts telling his readers about your, Dylan's, marketing genius to promote his books. He sounded so proud when he wrote about you.

Thank you for sharing this personal information with Scott's readers. His legacy is strong and I'm sure he would be proud to know you are continuing his work.

My warmest wishes for the entire family.

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Christine Holton
1/20/2019 10:56:09 pm

I just recently discovered your father and was getting ready to order his fourth Dillard book when I read your letter. I was so saddened am very sorry for your losses.
He was a great find and I enjoy his writing. You and your family are in my prayers.

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Diane Stanley
1/21/2019 09:15:52 pm

I am so sorry for your loss. I happened to come across the Joe Dillard series last month. I just finished the last book tonight. I was searching to see when the next one would be available and saw this blog. I truly enjoyed the series. My sister in law has metastatic breast cancer and has been fighting, just like Caroline in the books, for 7 and half years. So much of what was written hit very close to home. We were told last week they have exhausted everything they could do barring a miracle. I didn't realize that part of the book was real life for your father, I just thought it was a great read. I look forward to reading the rest of his books that I have found. Sending prayers to your family

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Kay Edmonds
2/3/2019 07:01:24 am

I know it is late in the game for this, but your sister-in-law may have a chance. I just now saw this note to Scott Pratt's family. I am putting this info out where ever I can. Cancer CANNOT exist in an alkaline system, nor can any virus. Unless she is allergic, she can take 3 or 4 doses a day of Bicarbonate of Soda and just have her eat veggies and Drink ONLY EVIAN or FIJI bottled water, all others including tap water is acidic Evian would best if available, it is off the charts alkaline. She should drink as much as possible. Meat, grains, pineapple. most tomatoes are acidic. Litmus Paper from Pharmacy should be used to monitor whole family for acid/alkaline balance. If you keep it between 7.2 and 7.5 the majority of the time, none of you will ever have cancer. And hers will never return. Nor will you have a cold! When I eat meat or etc., I wait 3 hrs and take tums, rolaids etc. SHE should not feel free to do that for a long while! Bless her heart. Hopefully she is not eating hospital food. Strengthening her immune system= Say a bite of one teaspoon of beans contains fifty grams worth of vitamins. That same bite of SPROUTED beans contains fiveTHOUSAND grams of vitamins.!! Using Pink Himalayan Salt provides a multitude of much needed minerals. Colloidal Silver is a vital element for protection. (I order mine from Info Wars.com)If she is willing, please know that deep meditation raises a persons vibrations and since diseases and drugs have a low vibration this is priceless assistance. She can just be quietly in a quiet place and think I AM a few times her body will listen if she says or thinks deeply something positive like my body is healthy and strong Now. I love my healthy body,etc. NEVER say my body fights my cancer. (tells and verifies the WRONG message) Everyone around her should think and talk in the same positive way. Avoid even mentioning the word. Don't ask how are you feeling, say you look strong and healthy today and soon it will be true. This is getting too long and I have only managed to hit on the high spots. the important thing is to get her system alkaline immediately. Feel free to contact me if you wish. I will check my eMail closely for a week. Normally, I don't check very often. Am happy to help. Much love, joy, and compassion. Kay

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Mary link
6/4/2019 01:09:13 am

I am very sorry about what I just read re:the Pratt family. Having had breast cancer last August I still live with fear every day.I ask God every day for His help. I'd love to hear more of your thoughts on this matter if possible. Thank you and God bless.

Dawn
1/22/2019 09:26:27 am

Dylan my thoughts and prayers to you and and all your family. It is wonderful that you want to honor your Dad by fulfilling his wishes but do not put too much pressure on yourself on what that looks like. The most honorable thing you can do is to just love your family like he loved his. My you find peace and comfort in the following weeks.

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Deidre Kiefer
1/22/2019 04:37:05 pm

Thank you and my deepest condolences.

The thing about Joe Dillard was that he was a good man. Always trying to do the right thing for the right reasons. Always fighting injustice when he could. That is why I loved your fathers books. It was evident with every line that he wrote from his heart. Therefore I assume your father was an honorable man as well. You were so lucky to have him. I look forward to reading what ever you send out.
He will always be there in your heart and mind.

Deidre Kiefer

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Kay Edmonds
2/2/2019 05:38:50 pm

Having lost a spouse to cancer years ago, I am aware of your reality. You all have had an extremely difficult experience. Please know they are bathed in the most benevolent, indescribable Love, Light, Joy, and Compassion that is far beyond our comprehension. Your father is probably yippy kai yaying across the heavens. And you can bet they both want you all to be happy again. Try being happy for them. Much Love, Joy, and Compassion to you all.

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miles
2/5/2019 07:01:28 pm

I’m so sorry for your family’s loss. Your father created a great character in Joe Dillard. My wife made me read an innocent client and lord i’m so happy she did great book, great series. Thank you Scott Pratt for the many great hours you gave me to read this wonderful series. You will be missed.

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Sherry L. Creson
2/11/2019 07:09:52 pm

I just finished "Injustice For All", my very first Scott Pratt book! And I was looking him up to add to my list of favorite authors so that I could find more of his books to read. I was devastated to find he recently passed away. But I will look for and read his books because I know I will enjoy them! My sympathies to the family and know that I feel the loss of a very good author. Gone too soon!

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Bruce Major
2/16/2019 01:23:45 pm

My condolences Dylan. I enjoyed devouring you father’s works last year on the recommendation of a good friend who is presently nearing the end of his journey. I wish you the best and will be waiting to read your work in the future.

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Joyce Abrams
2/17/2019 11:58:06 pm

I just learned of your loss of your parents. I am so, so sorry! I am a great fan of your dad's books, and I will miss reading more of the Dillard series.I feel that he wrote from life; his writing was so descriptive, and down to earth. Very enjoyable. I will miss him. God bless you, and hang in there.

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Janine Basford
2/18/2019 05:29:59 pm

Dylan:

I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing and your Mom's six months prior. I actually started reading the Joe Dilliard series recently and finished all of them within 3 months. I cannot tell you how much I admired your Dad and what he stood for. I have two grown sons and I pray they will embrace "honor and duty" as he did. He really was such a remarkable man in so many ways. Not afraid to stand up for good, we need more men like him. I will pray for you and that you feel led to continue this journey for him. I'm not sure if you believe in God but just know he believes in you. I can't imagine what you are going through right now, just know that you are in the hearts and prayers of many. God's love for you and your family is absolute. I've lost loved ones and prayer and my faith led me through the grief.
I thank you for what you are doing and I know your parents must be so proud of you. I pray you will continue his legacy and inspire others to live the life he led....

Much love to you and yours,


Janine Basford

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Dee
2/18/2019 05:53:59 pm

I started reading your dad's work about two years ago. He quickly became one of my all time favorite authors.
When I would see a new release, I can't begin to tell you how overjoyed I'd be. I devoured his work. Such a brilliant and talented writer.

I realized he had passed (about a month ago) when scrolling through the comments from the post in October. I read the info about your mom passing and then saw that he had as well.

I am so, so sorry for your loss.
There are no words, but maybe knowing how much his love for your Mom (which in a way I guess was beautifully expressed as Joe's love for Caroline), along with his superb storytelling skills have made this world a better place.

I'll be forever grateful to have come across Mr. Pratt's work - and I simply wish you and your family peace and healing.
Thanks for the update.

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Robin
2/22/2019 02:09:42 pm

Just finished "An Innocent Client" today (the first book of his I read), and saw this post when I went to look your dad up. My condolences to your family.

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Barbara
2/25/2019 05:01:00 pm

So sorry to hear about the passing of Scott Pratt. He was a great writer that made you feel you were there with him. I do hope, Dylan, that you will continue with his legacy. I wish you and your family good memories forever.

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David Simecek
3/10/2019 02:28:44 pm

I was looking at the new series and found so many who knew about the deaths of he and his wife. I have every thing he wrote except for a couple as an 85 yr. old vet I hadn't got to.
HOW TO I FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED AND WHAT THE FUTURE HOLDS???

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Linda Willis
3/10/2019 08:05:52 pm

I'm so sorry to just find out about Scott Pratt's passing. I just finished reading Deep Threat (Billy Beckett Book 1) and at the end, it said he died in Nov. 2018. I'm so shocked! I have enjoyed all his book! I'm so sorry for you and your family loss!!
Linda Willis
Boston, Georgia.

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Robin Wiggins
3/14/2019 07:57:05 pm

I just learned of your parents death. I feel as if I have lost a friend after having enjoyed so many of his books. Deepest condolences to you and your family.

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Kathy Miller
8/1/2019 11:59:04 pm

Joe Dillard books are amazing. Knowing they were a peak into the life of Scott make them more special.
I was hooked from page 1. Well written mysteries that keep you guessing. Your Dads passing as well as your Moms leave a tragic void for your family and for those readers who live through the stories. Will miss reading of Joe D (Scott) and the wonderful things he did

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Tina Gilley
3/14/2019 10:30:17 pm

I can't tell you how deeply sorry I am for the world to have lost this wonderful author. I just now confirmed what I dreaded to find after starting to read the Dedication in Deep Threat, a book I downloaded on Kindle just because.Scott Pratt was. Co-author. I read every title he published - only finishing the last one I could find a month ago or so. I had looked forward to many more.

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Jennie Duran
3/15/2019 04:56:36 pm

Like all Scott Pratt fans, I was devastated when I was searching for the latest in the Joe Dillard series and discovered your loss. He became a part of my family with his incredible devotion to those he loved. I know we all feel like we’ve lost a good friend. I can’t imagine the terrible loss for the family. Thank you for having the sensitivity to share your thoughts with his readers.

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Red horse
3/18/2019 04:12:35 pm

I am speechless. I am glad you are going to finish some of his projects. It is so awful to loose two parents at once. He put his thumbprint on this planet by leaving a legacy. And his work was great. Condolences to your family. This was certainly unexpected.

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Kathy Marshall
3/23/2019 02:04:10 am

Such devastating news..After discovering Mr.Pratt's first book..I have read them all.I was checking to see if another book had been released, when I noticed a comment concerning his passing..I loved his characters..and having gone through cancer treatment, myself, I could tell the scenarios of Caroline's illness spoke of first hand experience..I realize you do not want another author to continue his characters, however, Joe Dillard's world was real and alive to many fans..Children who knew their author parent's writings, have continued their adventures,with their own submissions, or found a capable co-author to continue the character's world in a seamless fashion..Rest in Peace, Mr.Pratt.You will be s Torely missed..

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john petherick
3/23/2019 09:32:21 am

Dylan, I am saddened to hear your dreadful news and I just want to briefly say that I wish you and the family well. It's a dreadful loss - two parents in such a short time.

I am a relative newcomer to your father's work but even so I have so enjoyed the handful of his books that I have read. I'm just settling down to read 'Justice Redeemed' - and I will treasure every page because I now know there's a finite number of pages now available to me.

What more to say? Stay strong.

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Kerry Elphinstone
3/29/2019 10:25:58 am

Dylan,
I have tonight just learned of your tragic loss with both your belived mother and then your father. My deepest sympathies to you and your sister.
I started reading thecDillard series early 2018 and loved every book. Ivthen searched fir other Scott Pratt books and have read everything he has written to date. What am amazing, talented writer he was and will be sadly missed by so many avid fams. To finish his works is a wonderful tribute by you and shows not only your strength of character but also your deep love for honouring a truly remarkable man. I look forward to reading the final Dillard book and other books co-written.
My deepest and sicere condolences to you both.
Kerry
Australia

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Debbie Davis
3/31/2019 11:51:31 am

Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your parents. I have read most, if not all of your dad's books, and just now realized that he had passed when I saw a new book authored by him. I truly considered him my favorite author and have passed his name on to family and friends. My heart is with you all in this sad time.

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Yvonne Warner link
4/1/2019 01:15:38 am

I have only just heard about the tragic passing of Scott Pratt and was completely astounded. I am Australian and came across his books just by chance and read the whole lot back to back. I would search for the latest book to make sure I had not missed any. My condolences to Dylan and family, your dad was a great author and I will absolutely miss his stories. Such a tragedy to lose both mum and dad, I cannot begin to understand but share a loss of both my mum and dad and sister within 18 months and it is devastating at the least. I look forward to you continuing your dad’s legacy, especially Joe Dillard (he has an unfinished story!)

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Anna Weber
4/1/2019 01:41:45 am

Dylan, first of all I want to express my deepest condolences to you & your brother & sister on the loss of your parents. A suggestion read: Thin Places, Where Faith is Affirmed and Hope Dwells. By Mary Treacy O'Keefe. It is a great comfort for your grief. I hold this book dear to my heart, as i found after my Dad had passed. I just discovered your Dad's work a couple of weeks ago. I read the Darren Street series first. My thoughts, oh what an awesome author, and I was hungry for more. Found the Joe Dillard series, and just finished book 9 today. So of course I was looking for more books by Scott. It struck my heart sad to see of his passing, and of your Mom. You wrote a Beautiful tribute to your Dad & Mom, and I am looking forward to you continuing his work. I have read his Blogs, and to say the least he got me back to reading. I read them all in just 2 weeks. May you & your family have many Blessings, and Live & Love as Scott did and said. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers, continue this great legacy your Mom & Dad gave you. The gift of Love. Bless you Always!

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Tammy Fischer
4/8/2019 09:02:04 am

I am so saddened and so very sorry to hear of your parents passing. I have read all of your fathers’ novels and have enjoyed every single one of them. Please accept my condolences, your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

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MIGNON MICHAUD
4/14/2019 01:51:57 am

Dylan, I have never read a blog before in my life. I was poking around on Amazon checking for new books from your Dad, he was tops on my list always. I anxiously await his books and when I typed his name in and didn't see a new book, I noticed his picture on the side of the page that had the follow beside it. I was shocked and extremely saddened to read a couple of the blogs. I started with the October one and learned of your mom's death. Then the one that starts out with you "talking" in January and you tell us your Dad has died as well. My heart is greatly saddened for you and your family. I absolutely loved the Joe Dillard series and loved how the characters really cared for each other and how I would "see the places" that were written about in his books. I found your Dad's books back in 2013 and looked for new ones all the time. And on the strength of your Dad's saying so, I will try his co-written books out because I don't want it to be the end of his wonderful books. I extend prayers to you and your family, that you will remember all the happy memories that I am sure are plentiful.

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Buzz Rasmussen
4/17/2019 06:20:01 pm

Dylan:
I had just discovered the Dillard series and just finished the 3rd book last night. I've ordered the 4th today and was just checking other books that your Dad had written when I came across your letter that your parents had passed. I'm shocked to say the least. I'm so sorry for your loss. Your Father was a talented author and your Mother sounds like a rock in her battle with cancer. Thanks for all the information. Buzz

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Rebecca Hampton
4/18/2019 09:28:28 am

Dylan, upon finishing Deep Threat I was made aware of your fathers passing. Please accept my most heartfelt condolences. I am an avid reader and your father's books were at the top of my list. When a beloved author passes it is like losing a good friend . I wish you peace and healing in the loss of two special people.

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Lynette Chote
4/28/2019 09:55:02 pm

I am fro Trinidad in the Caribbean. I started Scott Pratt works about a year ago and has read most of them He was a wonderful and interesting writer. I was very taken by his commitment to his wife and children and brought them into his fictional work constantly. I will surely read the rest and hope be able to read what are now being completed. This is my tribute to him- to continue enjoying his writing. God bless you and your sister

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M Brown
4/29/2019 09:56:24 pm

I am deeply saddened by the loss of your parents.

I found your Dad's books just this year. We just as quickly have read all we have found so far. I look forward to reading more of this type but regret he could not just write ohh, maybe 50 or so more.

What a loss to the public this is. I feel so bad to know you lost both of your parents so close together. It takes time for the hurt to scab over a bit.

I have been a 10 + year care giver for my Husband Max. He reads books as soon as I finish them. I think have a good feel for your Dad's mission of caring for your Mom.

It sounds like you are doing a good job stepping up. Look forward to your future. Your folks would be happy.

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Cam fox
5/9/2019 07:08:48 pm

I love your dads books ! He has a gift !!! Gifts like that are given by God ! I just wondered if he knew Him.

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Suzette Brits link
5/20/2019 04:18:13 am

It is allready deep into May 2019, but is only this morning that I realised that it is true and one of my favourite authers is no longer here with us. In his absence a deep thank you for his books and especially making his family a part of the stories.
My deepest sympathy to you all. And, keep up the good legacy.

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Richard Katz link
5/11/2019 08:53:11 pm

Just want to say I loved your dad's books. I emailed him and we talked about my bakery and I sent him pen. He was overwhelmed when I told him the bakery was 80 years old.He said next time I'm in Boston I will come and visit you.That made me feel so good .When I first heard about dad's passing I just cried for sometime because I knew he was an awesome man.Please keep me informed.

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Suzanne
5/11/2019 09:59:41 pm

Thank you for the updates and touching note to his readers. So sorry you and your family's loss, I now think Joe Dillard's wife was a testament to your mom. I enjoyed the series immensely. Can't wait on 10th!!!

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Chris Fallon
5/15/2019 01:07:14 pm

I am so sorry for the loss of your father and I'm sorry I just found out. I've read many of your Dad's books and felt a personal connection to his writing. He was very easy to read in a practical, believable sort of way. I am very happy to hear you will be finishing his work in progress and I look forward to reading them. Reading them will have special meaning knowing the things you love don't last forever.

God bless you all!

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Katherine Niebur
5/18/2019 06:15:12 pm

I have read all of your Dad's books in the Joe Dillard series and I am sorry for your loss. You speak of coping with the sadness of your losses and of your Dad being inconsolable for a time. I am the author of a book on grief, self-published on Amazon. It is titled, "Every Drop of Rain: a Poets Way Through Grief and it might help you to see many aspects of grief but into words only the grieving can fully understand. God bless.

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Judith Rigas
5/18/2019 08:54:18 pm

I just finished the 9th and last book of the Joe Dillard series. I knew nothing about your family but knew so much of what was written was happening to your family. Only those caring for family with cancer could write those details.
I am so very sorry to now know about your Mother and Father's passing. My heartfelt sympathy goes to you and your family.
I hope your pain and sorrow will be eased by happy memories.
Sincerely, Judith

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Rozanne Gibbs
5/25/2019 04:03:10 pm

I just read that both your parents are gone. One thing I really liked about the Joe Dillard series was the relationship Joe had with his family, I imagine that was very close to who your family was. Just so sad you have lost both of them. May God bless you and keep you safe.

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Carol Eckdahl
6/8/2019 11:06:37 pm

This past two years I have been commuting from NC to FL and listen to Audible books. I had finished and my husband mention your Dad and his Joe Dillard Series. So I started listening to them and really became a fan. I finished #9 so I google to see when 10 would be released. I was just stunned & heartbroken to hear about the tragic loss of your mother and father. I can tell you since his books were based on your family that you and your sister, other family members were extremely blessed to have both of them as your parents. His books were written from his heart filled with love. I can not imagine your sorrow when you grow up in such love it is much harder than others who grew up without parental love. I hope you do carry on his career because he is so proud of you & your sister. I am so sorry for your loss and hope & pray you can find comfort. Carol

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Janet A Dalton
6/13/2019 08:37:34 am

So sorry to hear about the loss of both your parents. I have not been reading his books for very long. What a great talent he was. May they find that love again beyond the vail.

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Jerry Crank
6/22/2019 11:19:32 am

Dylan
Thank you for the update and perspective about your Mother and Father, I also lost my Mother to breast cancer many years ago and it was a painful experience for all!! I discovered your fathers books about 6 months ago and have now read all Joe Dillard and Darren Street books, I really like your fathers writing and can sit for hours and read, laugh and relate to the stories!! I have referred many of my friends to discover Scott's books and will definitely read those new coming by you and the other authors!! Godspeed and keep his legacy alive!!

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Cindy Chappell
7/4/2019 12:13:14 am

Dylan, Unfortunately, I recently learned about your father's wonderful books. I have not yet read all of them, but it will be done. The thing that I enjoyed so much was the love he showed for his (fictional) families. I assume it translated to real life. Thank you and you so much.. I am so sorry for your family's loss.

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Ellen
7/4/2019 08:42:31 am

Dylan, I just read all of the Joe Dillard Series and got an email from Amazon as to what to read next. Of course, I was looking for more books by your Dad. Then I read the shocking news of his sudden passing. I then googled him and read about your Mom's battle with cancer. Realizing how entwined your Dad made your whole family in the series.
As I read your letter to his fans, I had trouble reading as the tears started falling from my eyes. My heart breaks for you and your family.
I sure hope from the bottom of my soul that the love your parents gave to you and your sister, and the wonderful memories you have of them help you every day.
I send to you and your sister my deepest sympathy.
May they be in heaven enjoying a cancer free destiny!

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Chris Conradpicture
7/6/2019 05:52:44 pm

Dylan,
I just started reading your Dad's books. I am starting Joe Dillard book #8. I have so enjoyed reading them. I.read about your father's passing. I can tell Scott put his heart and soul in the stories he told. I feel that I know your family through his books. I have been doing as he requested and passing on to my friends about this incredible author. Right now I feel I lost a friend although we never met. I am not in the legal field but the medical as a 71 yo RN. I pray that you and your sister have found peace in loosing your parents. I look forward to each new addition of Joe Dillard's saga. (That is how I picture each new book) Rest assured that I treasure each new book. I do believe that your Mom and Dad are together in heaven. Sorry this is so jumbled I'm speaking from my heart and what I wish to say is jumbled. May God's peace and comfort find you. Chris

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John Norris link
7/8/2019 10:29:37 am

I was fortunate enough to learn of your fathers books last fall. I ordered all 9 in the initial series and just loved them. Your father could identify with all of us and showed that in all the relationships he created in his characters. I would loved to have met your mom and dad. Their kind of love seems be missing in a lot of our country. Living in NC and being a biker I have ridden all over the mountains and small towns in both our states. I will be forever grateful for your fathers contribution to my collection of books. Scott is a one of a kind and I pray you will try to emulate him

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David Dykes
7/11/2019 04:34:03 pm

I am just in shock, as I had no idea any of this transpired. I only recently discovered your father's books on an Amazon recommendation-which was spot-on. I finished the last of the Joe Dillard series yesterday on a plane (from Nashville, ironically), and decided I wanted to learn a bit more about Scott and if there were more Joe Dillard books to come. As many have said, you and your family have my sincere condolences. Your father was a fabulous writer, but he clearly was so much more than that. I am just so sorry.

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MAX BROWN
7/12/2019 03:08:52 pm

Sadly, the latest book to be released does not come in paperback. Sigh. Forced to give up paper or author?

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Jessica Washington
7/16/2019 10:49:28 pm

I went to select the first Billy Beckett book and happened upon this post.
My heart goes out to you and your sister Kodi as I too know what it's like to lose both parents. You both are in my prayers.
I loved the Joe Dillard series and will continue to read everything your father touched.
God Bless

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Carolyn Palmer
7/17/2019 03:48:56 pm

So sad to read of your parents passing. I have read all his books. I was born and raised in Kingsport and went to ETSU and UT. I have lived in Texas a long time but enjoyed reading about home

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Dianne Spivey
7/21/2019 03:02:09 pm

Soooo sad to hear about your dad. I am just now seeing this. I went to read one of the latest books and saw it. So sad for your loss of both parents. Loved the Joe Dillard series.

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Julie Cyr
7/23/2019 09:36:14 pm

I am so sorry about the loss of your parents. I discovered your father's Joe Dillard series by chance on Amazon and have been devouring them for the past month. I am glad you will do a 10th novel and close the Joe Dillard series. I will definitely check out his other novels. Twelve years is a long time. I cannot even imagine what you as a family and your father as the caregiver went through. My heart goes out to you. The way he talked wrote about Caroline in the books I had a feeling it was based on your mother. Again so sorry for your loss.

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Janie Peery
7/24/2019 05:23:48 pm

Thank you so much for the update on your parents and you. I have recently found your dad's books (The Dillard series & Sins of the Mother) and loved all of them. I was looking for the 2nd book and saw your post. Most importantly I'm sorry for your loss and secondly sorry for the loss to us readers. And I'm glad that there will be a couple more books coming out.

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Suzanne Lang
8/2/2019 05:14:21 pm

Hello Dylan.

First I send my deepest thoughts and condolences to you and the family over the loss of your parents. My heart goes out to,you. I am a recent fan of your Dad’s writing and am still shocked at learning of his passing. About a month ago, I came across 3 of your Dad’s books in a local thrift shop. I am a mystery buff and like it when books continue with the same characters. These were the first 3 of the Joe Dillard series. I began reading and was immediately hooked. As a breast cancer survivor myself, I felt a connection and I knew then that your Dad was writing out of personal experience.

I finished the books quickly and ordered the next 2 from Amazon. Last night I finished the 4th and noticed the Scott Pratt website. I had wanted to comment on Amazon per your Dad’s request, but had not quite figured out how to do it. I thought I could find someway to do it on the website. Well...I clicked on the blog and read your heartbreaking message. I was devastated. It felt like losing a member of my on family.

I plan to complete the series and look forward to the last one from you, which will be a true honor to both you and your Dad. I don’t know how the first books landed at the thrift shop (although I am thankful they did). I can assure you none of my Scott Pratt books will ever leave my house.

Once again, thank you for sharing everything with your Dad’s readers. Love and best wishes for the future.


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Tim Haight
8/14/2019 01:06:56 am

I was devastated when I read your parents passed away. I read the Joe Dillard series and was looking forward to book 10. I also just finished the two Billy Becket books. Its sad to think there may not be a third.
When will Joe Dillard Book 10 come out? I am looking forward to reading it.

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Tim Haight
8/14/2019 01:13:21 am

I just read Kelly's blog and was happy to read the Billy Beckett series will continue. Its said Scott has passed and will miss his books terribly.

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Skye Ocean McKee link
8/15/2019 11:59:53 pm

Dylan, I had no idea your father had died, but I do know his books were well written, and inspiring to me. I left reviews over the years and I hope my message was clear: I read them straight fuckin through. Scott Pratt and his alter ego, Joe Dillard spun a good read. I hope you pick up your dad's thread when you're ready. The Billy Beckett books deserve a place on the table with Elmore Leonard. If you need a proofreader, I am here. My ex and I exchanged our children in Newport 4x a year at Cracker Barrel, so check the map. You do need a proofreader. I-26 goes northwest from Asheville towards Bristol. I hope you, and or, Kelly continue writing. Billy Beckett has a long career ahead. I can't wait to read the next installment. Prior to this "An Innocent Man" was my favorite.
Sincerely,
Skye Ocean McKee

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Dennis
8/19/2019 11:11:40 am

My, sincerest sympathy, Dylan, to you and your family upon the loss of your parents. Only in recent months did I become aware of your dad and his writing. However, I love his books, and will continue reading. Best wishes as you seek the completion of the works he started before his passing.

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Kirsten
8/20/2019 08:44:38 pm

I was delighted to discover Scott Pratt's books. It appears Dylan is also a talented writer. Sorry to hear of Scott's passing.

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Debbie
8/29/2019 12:04:05 pm

I was a huge fan of James Patterson and one day on Facebook a friend mentioned reading books by Scott Pratt. I downloaded the 1st Joe Dillard book onto my kindle and that was it...I was hooked!!!
I have read all of the Dillard series and the Justice series and now I just started the Billy Beckett series.

I was hoping there would be a 10th book in the Joe Dillard series in order to give it a final ending.

Please accept my deepest sympathies on the passing of both of your parents (I believe anyone who read the Dillard series realizes what your whole family went through with your mother's horrible disease). I hope that gave your Dad a little more strength when writing about it.

I was hoping to have a very long writer / reader relationship with Scott Pratt. I just found out while reading the forward in Deep Threat that he had passed.

RIP Mr. Pratt. You made reading books so enjoyable!

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Jennings Solomon
8/30/2019 05:21:28 pm

I’m truly sorry for for not being aware of your fathers passing. I can’t imagine what you and your family have gone through. I just discovered his books several weeks ago
I am a breast cancer survivor myself having had surgery and 6 months of chemo in 2012.
God bless you and your family and I wish you continued success carrying on your fathers legacy.

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Martina
9/8/2019 03:41:09 am

I only recently discovered Scott’s books & read the Dillard series in a short time. I checked back to see if another book was coming out & only then learned of both Scott & his wife’s passing. My deepest condolences. Dylan, you lost your beloved parents & the world lost a talented literary voice. Wishing you all the best.

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Marcheta
10/21/2019 12:27:20 pm

I am so sorry to hear of Scott’s passing. I always looked forward to each new book and thoroughly enjoyed all his books. What an incredible talent! May God bless your family with peace and comfort as you cherish the memories.

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Lynda Poulter link
12/11/2019 02:58:43 pm

Thank you for your very moving letter, I just wanted to say how amazing your fathers books are, my husband was a fan of John Grisham awaiting their release twice a year, I fell Upon your fathers books and read up about him with the comments from John Grisham saying he ‘couldn’t put it down’ I purchased two for my husband, after reading one he came into me and kissed me (wow) he said that was brilliant it’s the best book I have ever read! So thank you Mr Scott Pratt, he is flying through all the books it’s hard to keep up, we have lost a brilliant man and author, our condolences to you and your family!

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Lee Cronbach
1/7/2020 04:54:19 am

I just fiished my first Dillard story and the sample of a novel and said "Yes! At last, another Grisham-King-Westlake quality thriller writer to enjoy.: And I haven't read any of his books except for one story in an anthology!" So I was in the process of putting in my Kindle order when I came across your emotionally overwhelming note.
My greatest condolences to you and your sister, I know now that in addition to my admiration of your father's craftsmanship and enjoyment of his work, I will be getting the whole Dillard series. One thing that really touched me was that you said your parents were together for 32 years. Well, I am 74,.and have been with my gay spouse for 32 years. Unlike your father, I have no major projects in the works - all my life I have been a local jazz/rock./Latin cabaret and church player and music teacher, and now I am past 70 I am losing much of my physical ability to play or teach,. But in a way I dont mind - I have pleased and spirtually lifted hundreds of people, and made dozens of young students into life successess when they had been on the road to failure (I get facebook messages from them all thee time). So the reason I stay alive is because my partner would be devastated by his loss of me.
But I also wanted to add that, often when a long-time spouse dies, the other follows within two years. I have seen this numerous times in the church where I play - one service soon followed by the other - and from my perspective, again, with no major projects on line and my one son now very happily married, once my partner goes, I will be ready to follow (once I have finished all my Kindle reading projects, including the complete Dillard series). This may have been a consolation to your Dad, that he was following the love of his life so soon - and knowing he left behind a great body of work.

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Wendi
2/5/2020 09:18:46 pm

I am so sorry for the loss of your parents. This takes great courage to address your father's fans. I loved Joe Dillard like he was a real person. Your father made him come alive. I will be forever grateful for his gift of writing and sharing these wonderful stories. Prayers for comfort and direction. Of course any books would be dearly treasured..

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John Moore
2/19/2020 06:42:52 am

Like many others on this thread I only recently discovered the Dillard series, googled Scott Pratt and was deeply saddened to learn of his passing. I had sensed that some of what he wrote was based on real life experiences and now I know it was. I will read the rest of the series with even deeper appreciation. What a fantastic author, great writer with obviously a great heart; I can't believe it took so long for me to find him. My deepest condolences to the family.

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Patricia Smith
3/8/2020 06:32:19 pm

I’m a voracious reader and Scott Pratt’s books have touched me deeply. The emotion he creates is immensely layered. I’m reading all of his books one after the other. I can’t get enough of Joe Dillard. We’ve lost a time less master.

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Lisa Miller
3/9/2020 08:35:09 am

I am so sorry for the loss of both of your beloved parents. I had only recently discovered the Joe Dillard series and read them back to back like an obsessed avid reader. I just googled what of his I could read next (just finished book 9) when I found the blurb of his passing - your father made Joe Dillard come alive - he was a real talent!

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Anna Babb
3/17/2020 10:54:05 pm

I am so sorry to hear of your parent
Deaths. It was such a shock to me about your dad. I've read everything he's written such a favorite a wonderful writer. I loved them all. You and your sister are in my thoughts and prayers, how hard it must be for you.
Look forward to the final Dillard series of was so great.

I have lost a true talent and you all have lost so much more. Take care and the best of luck for the future.m





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Whit R
3/21/2020 06:23:19 pm

I'd just like to add to the myriad comments above how much I enjoyed Joe Dillard over the years. One of my literary heroes, and I often think, What would Joe do? when I'm making a difficult decision.

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Sue Turner
5/26/2020 04:57:42 pm

I am devastated to hear this. I just discovered your Dad's books and in fact just downloaded Number 9 of the Joe Dillard series and came here to see if there was news of more to come. So sad. You know your Dad wrote so compellingly about Caroline and her struggle that I felt there was a very real personal connection. So tragic for your family and all of those of us her loved your Dad's work.

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Marty Acevedo
7/13/2020 02:21:14 am

Dylan and Cody and family,
Thank you for sharing your family with us, indirectly, through your father's storytelling about How Dillard, Darren Street and Billy Beckett. My sister and I eagerly awaited each new installment and were devastated to learn of your mom's death, followed by your dad's passing. We grew up in Bristol, are UT grads (along with our 92 yo mom), and related and visualized the hollers of East Tennessee and secrets of the Tri Cities. So enjoyed "Rip Cord", with the references to Nashville and Taylor koa Guitars (My sister now lives in Mount Juliet and I live in San Diego. Andy Powers is the principal luthier for Taylor: his dad remodeled our home). But most importantly, my mom has been isolated in a nursing home in Lebanon, TN, since March. She never figured out her Kindle, much preferring to hold a book and turn pages. She was delighted when I sent her the paperback versions of each book in the Dillard series. She shared little details from each as she read. Her reading has slowed a bit from the pace of a book every two days - she suffered a stroke in May. She continues to enjoy her books and, I'm certain, will soon request that I send more. Many thanks to you and your dad for providing a 92 year old with hours of reading joy over the last few months. Our best to you and your family.

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Kinda Sipe
7/20/2020 10:47:26 am

To the Scott Family,

I’ve read all the Joe Dillard books and just completed the third Darren Street book. All have been so gripping and satisfying. I knew of your parents’ passing before I finished the Dillard books, but I kept reading. I want to express my deepest sympathy to you so long after their deaths because I just found this blog. Please do continue your dad’s mission to complete the 10th book in the Dillard series. I and so many others have truly enjoyed them and have had such a great respect for your family. Thanks to your parents for their love and commitment to each other and for being such good examples in an era of throwaway marriages.

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Jessica McGee
8/6/2020 12:29:35 am

Scott was a moving writer, especially in the Joe Dillard series. I always felt that I was living with his family as he made all of the family emotions so real, especially the love for his wife. Although the Dillard series wasn't a love series, in a way it was. I think this speaks volumes of the person Scott was a a father & husband, even in his days as an attorney. I am looking forward to his biography. I wish the family well as you all adjust to the loss of both parents.

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kristal
8/15/2020 07:09:24 pm

I am so sorry for you and your sisters loss. Your Dad has given his fans so much joy in his talented writing. He and your Mom made a difference in their time here on earth. That can not be said about all. Again my condolences to you and the family.

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Darlene Buffer Smith
10/16/2020 09:43:28 pm

Just found your dads books thru covid.....amazing writer...just finished the Joe Dillard series....could hardly stop long enough to sleep....so sorry for your loss of your parents.....thats heart breaking ......

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Stephanie Pahia
10/26/2020 06:05:39 pm

Dear Dylan, found your Dad's books thru Amazon when I was given a Kindle for Mother's Day. I have read the 9 series of Joe Dillard and see the similarity between the Dillard and Dylan families. Your father was an amazing man and created many enjoyable books. My heart truly aches for you and Kody. Bless your family and much Aloha from Hawaii. Stephanie

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Jo
12/14/2020 11:07:49 pm

I am relatively new to your dads books, and just learned of his death. I am so very sorry that you lost both of your parents. Joe Dillard is keeping me awake most nights until the very early hours. What an amazing author. I hope you continue in his footsteps.

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