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"For the first time, author Quentin Schultze, who taught storytelling with screenwriter Jean Shepherd, reveals the ""secret"" parables that Shepherd included in his screenplay for A Christmas Story. Now you won't need a decoder ring to learn why the Old Man's leg lamp is his ""trophy wife,"" why the bully is named ""Scut,"" why there is a ""Bumpus"" in all of us, why Mom and the kids give a ""Bronx cheer"" after singing ""Jingle Bells"" in the Olds, and so much more. Take a fun-loving and insightful romp through the 20 life lessons in the Christmas classic, based exclusively on the author's friendship with Shepherd. Includes a special appendix on Shepherd's 7-step process for telling humorous stories; perfect for teachers, pastors, writers, leaders, and the like. P.S. Turn on your leg lamp to read this amazing book at night!"

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"""A thoughtful and entertaining look at the stories behind A Christmas Story! Discover why the movie truly resonates with so many of us, year after year."" -Brian Jones, founder, The House from a Christmas Story, in Cleveland, Ohio ""Hey, that nasty little toady Grover Dill from A Christmas Story called a timeout from bullying kids just to read this intriguing book. He said the amazing life lessons in A Christmas Story might save him from prison. What a great read filled with homegrown humor and wisdom!"" -Yano Anaya (aka Grover Dill in the movie) ""What a fun book, brimming with special insights from screenwriter Jean Shepherd, and written with humor and wisdom."" -Sue Stewart, author of My Christmas Story Story (special edition, 2023) ""Don't Shoot Your Eye Out! is one of those rare reads that will make you laugh and leave you all the wiser for it. Skip your therapy session this week, and read this wonderful celebration of life. You won't regret it. -David McFadzean, co-creator of the TV show Home Improvement ""Dr. Schultze explains how Jean Shepherd told stories, and even provides a straightforward, seven-step guide for writers, teachers, and public speakers. Highly recommended for the Shep fan in all of us!"" -Mark Adams, publisher of ""The Jean Shepherd Show"" YouTube Channel ""Schultze's book brilliantly peels back the layers of A Christmas Story, and reveals with humor and delight the process of Jean Shepherd's masterful storytelling. Buy copies for your friends and family who love the movie-it will be far better than an ugly tie, a blue bowling ball, or even pink bunny pajamas. I triple dog dare you!"" -Nick Mantis, creator of the forthcoming film documentary, ""Shep""-The Life & Career of Master Storyteller Jean Shepherd ""Quentin Schultze brilliantly uncovers and illustrates A Christmas Story's life lessons, showing how popular culture conveys practical and even spiritual truths."" -Mark Pinsky, author of The Gospel According to the Simpsons and The Gospel According to Disney ""This book is a great read and loaded with practical, down-to-earth wisdom-a rare combination today."" -Coleman Luck, Hollywood writer/executive producer known for the The Equalizer (1985-1989) ""You'll Shoot Your Eye Out! is a terrific book that takes us behind the scenes of the holiday classic. Amazing!"" -Craig Detweiler, Dean of the College of Arts & Media, Grand Canyon University ""My family and I love watching A Christmas Story. Thanks to Dr. Schultze's great book, we will now enjoy the movie even more."" -Mike Huckabee, former Governor, Arkansas ""Schultze's friendship with Jean Shepherd and his amazing knowledge of the stories behind the script make this a must-read book for all fans."" -Dave Svoboda, ""Kid with Goggles"" in A Christmas Story ""Even as a 40-year fan of A Christmas Story, I learned many new, fascinating, and fun things about the film, the screenwriter, and the 'secret' life lessons in the movie. This amazing book should win a major award."" -John Demmer, co-author of the forthcoming book, The Extras of A Christmas Story: Amazing Film Trivia from the Unknown ""Stars"" of the Movie"

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