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Howdi
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Report Princesse D'Anjou August 28, 2011 9:58 PM BST
Is Long Run one of his dark horses again??????????? Laugh
Report bigben August 29, 2011 5:02 PM BST
I think its time you finally came clean HowdiLaugh
Report Howdi August 29, 2011 5:32 PM BST
Im 6ft 1 athletic check out Mark's picture .....
Report tweedledumbtweedletwat August 29, 2011 9:01 PM BST
whens it out plse?
Report GT August 29, 2011 10:55 PM BST
this week
Report abbott August 30, 2011 12:12 PM BST
need to contact him direct if you want it in the next couple of weeks.
Report bluebirdfan August 30, 2011 4:20 PM BST
I've ordered it from Amazon, always a cracking read; just a shame the prices have always gone on his tips from those who have hard worker postmen than me
Report ftm August 30, 2011 7:10 PM BST
when it in whsmiths?
Report ftm August 30, 2011 7:10 PM BST
or weatherbys?
Report Howdi August 30, 2011 8:18 PM BST
oct pal
Report ftm August 30, 2011 8:21 PM BST
cheers,always a good read..
Report Colonel Sanders August 30, 2011 9:56 PM BST
Bookdepository report it's out next Monday

GBP5.99 delivered [;)]
Report abbott September 1, 2011 9:08 PM BST
blue bird if you order it direct from him you get it before amazon from memory. That way the author keeps all the proceededs.

ftm what you got for the novice chases this season, I'm really keen on seeing if Cross Kennon goes over fences also wonder if Jetnova will be over fences this season.
Report Howdi September 1, 2011 9:16 PM BST
he wrote to me last week as ive ordered before let me know if you want the address
Report abbott September 1, 2011 9:32 PM BST
me 2 howdi, are you going to try his new service I think i will
Report Howdi September 2, 2011 1:06 AM BST
not mate book ill do me great toilet viewing lock myself away for hours otherwise services imo waste of time
Report OnTheSnaff September 4, 2011 7:30 PM BST
Just ordered my copy there,first time ordering,hope its worth it
Report Howdi September 6, 2011 4:07 PM BST
it is fergusons a good read to he went bonkers with successful festival tips.
Report bluebirdfan September 7, 2011 9:45 AM BST
This been delayed?
Report OnTheSnaff September 7, 2011 2:27 PM BST
looks that way bluebird
Report Masterminded September 7, 2011 9:04 PM BST
.........waiting...................................Sad
Report Howdi September 7, 2011 9:14 PM BST
waiting Sad
Report bluebirdfan September 7, 2011 10:22 PM BST
Off work for 2 weeks and this gets delayed, typical LaughSad
Report Colonel Sanders September 7, 2011 10:37 PM BST
Says it should be out either the 12th or 13th on his diary

http://mhpublications.co.uk/racing_diary.php
Report Howdi September 7, 2011 10:47 PM BST
wish we had been told this when we parted with our cash
Report Howdi September 9, 2011 10:24 PM BST
wouldnt be surprised if mark reads the forum and includes the best bits from cheltenham 2012 thread. Plain
Report Howdi September 12, 2011 2:48 PM BST
GOT MINE TODAY. ONE SURPRISE ROCK ON RUBY NOT GOING CHASE BY THE LOOKS OF IT.
Report jimmy777 September 12, 2011 3:13 PM BST
Thats got me excited!!! I want mine to come, marks the start of the excitement for me.
Report stormey1 September 12, 2011 3:33 PM BST
Still waiting for mine to come his top 40 prospects usually do ok think Grands Crus was among them last year.
Report Howdi September 12, 2011 4:33 PM BST
and is this year too Stormey!!!
Report stormey1 September 12, 2011 4:52 PM BST
He was a lot darker last year than he is this year Howdi!!!
Report Howdi September 12, 2011 5:58 PM BST
Laugh
Report Alvarado September 12, 2011 6:53 PM BST
got mine today excellent read and the best young nh horse in the world SIMONSIG  is indeed with nicky henderson now im on for the supreme already
Report AL BUNDY September 12, 2011 8:10 PM BST
Who is this years Long Run from Anthony Bromley??
Report bluebirdfan September 12, 2011 10:50 PM BST
Hope mines on its my way whilst I'm still off work and can line a few antepost bets up
Report Howdi September 12, 2011 11:15 PM BST
few new faces in there Grin
Report The GGLCC (Silent L) September 13, 2011 9:39 PM BST
I've ordered it on Amazon as well, and the annoying thing is that the original estimated delivery date was 3/9, the same as when Mark was supposed to be mailing it out. However, since the delay there's no update on when to expect it, and all of you who were clever enough to get it straight from Mark are reaping the rewards.

It best arrive before my holiday or there'll be hell to pay!
Report bluebirdfan September 14, 2011 9:54 AM BST
He's obviously delayed releasing it to Amazon etc so those who ordered it directly can benefit from getting better odds on antepost bets etc which is fair enough. However it would have been nice if this was reflected on the release date at the time of ordering
Report Howdi September 14, 2011 4:16 PM BST
ill read you some pages lads Laugh
Report windsor knot September 14, 2011 6:40 PM BST
went into wh smith at lunchtime ...they still had 4 copies of last year's on the shelf. i will buy the new one though . must have something to consider before the season starts proper . the timeform annual last year came out too late and it's not worth the money now,especially if you are having to read 500 pages in 2 nights before the paddy power .
Report Howdi September 14, 2011 6:44 PM BST
paul ferguson book a good un too
Report jimmy777 September 20, 2011 11:43 AM BST
What book is that Howdi?

Still waiting for OJA, i'm off to Smiths today to see if I can buy it, sick of waiting for the post.
Report resner not lesnar September 20, 2011 12:57 PM BST
Still waiting as well despite an e-mail from the RP saying it was posted last Weds (it does also say it may take 10 days), I suppose I'm a little impatient but 10 days seems a long time
Report Howdi September 20, 2011 2:41 PM BST
jimmy

Paul Ferguson's Jumpers to Follow 2011-2012.

Amazon or I'll give you the address if you are struggling.
Report abbott September 21, 2011 9:15 PM BST
Guys in future get it straight from Marks site. Ive had mines for a week and its a great read!
Report Masterminded September 21, 2011 10:08 PM BST
ffs ordered mine from racing post. i duno why he does this tbh. just pisses you off when u order a book & it's meant to come but doesn't. why don't they send them all out i don't get it
Report stevo1 September 22, 2011 12:08 AM BST
Cause Racing Post are crap!
Report The GGLCC (Silent L) September 22, 2011 9:01 AM BST
It's the same with Amazon. Thought there might be a week delay between Mark releasing it through his site and then sending it to other dispatchere, but this is taking the p*ss.

Has anyone gone to WHSmtith's and bought it yet? Tried there and Waterstone's the other day, but all I found were copies of the 2009/10 edition. May try again today if needs be. I'm getting tired of waiting!
Report windsor knot September 22, 2011 7:08 PM BST
hold your horses !....should only start reading about jumping when the pheasant season is upon us and the arc has been run . ie, october ...looking forward to that nice sunday in october at aintree if the weather is nice and autumn like ...
Report Masterminded September 22, 2011 10:15 PM BST
that is very true
Report Colonel Sanders September 23, 2011 6:48 PM BST
I ordered from Bookdepository & it's not yet been sent

If it is the case that he's prioritising those who ordered direct fine, but the release date on the site should reflect this

I'm based in Ireland so I can't send a sterling cheque & MH doesn't accept credit cards
Report Colonel Sanders September 23, 2011 6:50 PM BST
Btw is Hidden Cyclone in the 40?
Report Quvega September 23, 2011 7:10 PM BST
No, he's not Colonel, gets a favourable mention in the Irish section though. RSA is suggested.
Report Masterminded September 23, 2011 8:18 PM BST
My book came today from racing post which is good. Feel sorry for those who have paid and still not got their books it's a pretty poor service. It's the first time I've bought the book but it seems very difficult to get hold of. Not sure why he doesn't set up his website to accept online orders.
Report Howdi September 23, 2011 9:52 PM BST
just email him had mine 2 weeks
Report bluebirdfan September 24, 2011 9:37 AM BST
Yer thats fine Howdi, the point we are making is that other sites shouldn't advertise as getting it on a certain date if they are not actually releasing it until a month after that date
Report Howdi September 24, 2011 9:44 AM BST
agree
Report abbott September 25, 2011 12:08 AM BST
agree but I doubt that is down to Mark.
Report Howdi September 25, 2011 12:21 AM BST
apparently he has had to reprint copies and name it One Jump Ahead 2o12-2013

as thats when you'll get it

Laugh
Report ftm September 30, 2011 9:04 PM BST
got my copy today from weatherbys.
Report Colonel Sanders September 30, 2011 10:49 PM BST
Bookdepository now have it in stock. Mine is "processing"...
Report Colonel Sanders October 1, 2011 3:31 PM BST
"Dispatched" now, might get it just the month late.......
Report Colonel Sanders October 1, 2011 3:31 PM BST
"Dispatched" now, might get it just the month late.......
Report stevo1 October 2, 2011 12:49 AM BST
Maybe if he took c/cards may be quicker to get!!!
Report duffy October 3, 2011 9:12 PM BST
jumping prospects by john morris is different gravy imo
Report bluebirdfan October 3, 2011 10:40 PM BST
Mine came today, can't wait for my day off to read it properly
Report Catch Me ifyoucan October 4, 2011 2:46 PM BST
What horse made the front cover then ?
Report Howdi October 4, 2011 9:42 PM BST
peddlers and wishful thinking
Report OnTheSnaff October 5, 2011 2:38 PM BST
Mine just arrived today,exactly one month and one day later!
Report Catch Me ifyoucan October 7, 2011 9:27 AM BST
Howdi,

Taken from your website.......... [:p]


Thursday 6th October 2011
I will be selling copies of One Jump Ahead at Carlisle tomorrow - the racing at the Cumbrian venue looks terrific with a mouth watering novice chase and a fascinating bumper amongst others.

We have received another order from WH Smith and Gardners (who supply Amazon) and these will be going out shortly. I spent an enjoyable day at Ludlow yesterday. While the racing wasn't necessarily of a high standard, it was great to be jump racing again and I would thoroughly recommend a visit to the Shropshire track. It generally attracts 'an old fashioned' clientele and is an extremely friendly track. Admittedly, it isn't the most accessible racecourse (the A49 must be one of the worst roads in the country) but it is well worth a try if you haven't been before.

Castletown Bridge, highlighted in Bromley's Best Buys in OJA, made an impressive Rules debut at Worcester. Trained by the in-form Charlie Longsdon, the former Irish pointer was the subject of strong support throughout the day and his supporters never had an anxious moment in the concluding bumper. An eleven lengths winner, he looks above average and it will be interesting to see if he is aimed at the Listed bumper at Cheltenham's Paddy Power meeting.
Report Howdi October 7, 2011 4:51 PM BST
fecking scandalous see you in court Shocked
Report Ibrahima Sonko October 7, 2011 5:54 PM BST
I ordered mine on amazon about a month ago and last week i received an email to tell me it arrive around the 18/10/2011

Walked into WHS this week and they had 8 on the shelf.
Report Howdi October 7, 2011 6:06 PM BST
^^^ you could go to carlisle for a copy may be quicker Grin
Report Cymro October 8, 2011 12:16 AM BST
Mine eventually arrived (after a few complaints) from The Book Depository.

As ever, a great read, but the old 'logistics' need to be reassessed next term IMO
Report Catch Me ifyoucan October 8, 2011 7:10 AM BST
Howdi,
GET THE FINGER OUT (on these old 'logistics') [smiley:crazy]
Report Howdi October 8, 2011 9:25 AM BST
can't beat the old logistics imo
Report Catch Me ifyoucan October 8, 2011 11:57 AM BST
Mark Howard Publications Ltd Information Line 0906 174 2079 (Calls cost £1.50 a minute at all times)

Howdi,
What did you say this morning (save me the call, tia Devil )
Report Howdi October 8, 2011 12:53 PM BST
Cue card to get beaten today by the nicholls hoss
Report Colonel Sanders October 11, 2011 9:28 PM BST
Bookdepository account says mine was dispatched on 02/10/11

Still haven't received it. A mate ordered on 01/10/11, still hasn't received it

Cry
Report Catch Me ifyoucan October 17, 2011 6:40 PM BST
In OJA 2011/2012 - Gordon Elliott's horse to follow is - His Excellency
Report Colonel Sanders October 18, 2011 7:14 PM BST
Finally got my copy, delivered the 17th of October FFS!

Decent read as always but the delay is bloody laughable
Report bluebirdfan October 19, 2011 12:28 PM BST
Got the RP guide to the jumps book last week, handy for filling in your top ten to follow entry but otherwise Howards book is 100x better. Now just awaiting Marten Julians Dark Horses book to complete the set
Report OnTheSnaff October 19, 2011 8:48 PM BST
his Excellency lol,couldnt beat the ambulance home on his debut for good oul gordie,a race in which his stable mate won at 20/1,no doubt a plot horse for cheltenham
Report Catch Me ifyoucan October 22, 2011 12:31 PM BST
Here's the IRISH horses from Howards 40 to follow...............

Back in Focus-W.Mullins (Graham Wylie)

Champagne Fever-W.Mullins (N/A)

First Lieutenant-M.Morris (Gigginstown)

Last Instalment-P.Fenton (Gigginstown)

Lovingthehigherlaw-W.Mullins (Gigginstown)

Midnight Game-W.Mullins (Gigginstown)

Oscars Well-Jessie Harrington

(Compliments of onTheSnaff from the Irish Forum)
Report OnTheSnaff October 23, 2011 5:03 PM BST
Last Instalment off to a flier for Mark
Report Catch Me ifyoucan October 24, 2011 11:17 AM BST
Grin
Report Catch Me ifyoucan November 2, 2011 4:46 PM GMT
Peddlers Cross (Arkle fav !) on the front cover ! (with Wishful Thinking on the back).
Report Catch Me ifyoucan November 13, 2011 1:00 AM GMT
NAPPED Great Endeavour for the PPGC.

Wd Howdi Wink
Report Howdi November 13, 2011 9:26 AM GMT
what a man
Report Mickey Bennets Sideburns November 13, 2011 4:20 PM GMT
Selected Noble Alan and Great Endeavour along with Third Intention and Abergavenny.  A winner at 12s and a 28/1 shot placed.. Unlucky not to collect with the other 2 as well.. Well done
Report Catch Me ifyoucan November 14, 2011 1:16 AM GMT
wd BJG Silly
Report buddeliea November 15, 2011 12:12 PM GMT
if its anything like the rubbish he came out with on the RUK programme with Nick Luck yesterday,i wont be investing in it.
Report Catch Me ifyoucan January 21, 2012 8:39 PM GMT
Howdi,

Just noticed that Mark The Book won again at his favorite Chepstow.




Front cover photo of your book a few years ago ?
Report R Carver January 21, 2012 8:52 PM GMT
Mark the Book is not one horse but two, absolutely huge beast!
Report Catch Me ifyoucan January 27, 2012 10:39 AM GMT
Mark "Howdi", author of the excellent One Jump Ahead publication, listed The Last Night among his top 40 prospects for the 2011/2012 campaign. As stated in the essay on the French-bred, an unraced horse rarely gains an entry in this list.

He gave The Last Night the 'thumbs up' in a ten to follow for Britain, in the Irish Field back in October too.

There he commented: "Even though she equalled her best ever total of 30 winners last season, Hampshire-based Emma Lavelle deserves a change of fortune. Her Cheltenham Festival winner Crack Away Jack was transferred to Paul Nicholls, Tocca Ferro incurred an injury on the eve of the Totesport Trophy in February and, most recently, it was announced Court In Motion will miss the whole of this season due to a tendon strain.

"On a positive note, Cottage Stables still houses some very promising youngsters and it is rumoured the unraced The Last Night is a possible star in the making. A full-brother to the aforementioned Tocca Ferro, he was bought for €46,000 at the Arqana Sale in France during the summer of 2010 and has been given time to mature since.

"Most impressive in a racecourse gallop at Newbury last spring, The Last Night will go straight over hurdles and is a name we are going to hear a lot more about in the coming seasons if the reports are correct."

Today The Last Night goes in the finale at Huntingdon, the Connolly's Red Mills Grocare Balancer Novices' Hurdle. Jack Doyle takes the ride on the five-year-old.

John Ferguson's Cry Of Freedom won over the course and distance on his penultimate start before being badly hampered and unseating early on at Catterick recently. He is sure to be one of the leading fancies here.

Ile De Re is forecast favourite for Ian Williams and Harry Skelton. Favoured Nation for J P McManus, Jonjo O'Neill and Tony McCoy won a bumper at Folkestone in November and this son of Milan is also of interest.
Report OnTheSnaff February 26, 2012 8:14 PM GMT
Not doing too bad,few that he mentioned havent made the course as yet though
Report Howdi February 27, 2012 1:29 PM GMT
going up next year its too easy it will be 50 quid good value too Mischief
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