Barnes & Noble:

Dakota Robbins, an indie reviewer from Portland, September 3, 2003
1 Bizarre Ride thru Oblivion
I bought this book since I really enjoyed his first effort, Don't Stop the Disco. The first book was more dark and sensual, whereas this one was completely of the wall. It was kind of like being in an insane asylum, where you're a fly on the ceiling. You get to see the patients delusions as they see them, not how society sees them (which of course is not seeing them at all). I became part of this brilliantly odd world where singing and dancing is not only normal, but expected. I came to see that I could open up to anyone, especially if they didn't even know me. Basically the more absurd, the better. I came in expecting to be frightened or tormented by images of murder and/or sexual taboo or nanotech, but instead was treated to insane situations that were unexpected, yet tremendously funny! I actually fell off my chair while reading the first couple of stories. The originality of the characters and situations was so refreshing considering alot of what I've read lately could be considered re-treads of older story lines. Hidden within those pages is a story of post 9-11 NYC that is simply captivating. I felt like I couldn't walk away from what the writer was seeing and I felt the myriad of emotions he was feeling. I could smell the fires in the air and even had to rub my eyes from the burning sensation that they caused. I could feel the pain of a city that was in shock and saddened by their loss. There was even a story about a revolution in the United States that held me in enchanting disbelief. I would highly recommend this collection to anyone out there craving something new and original. Even those of you that loved 'Disco' won't be disappointed in Bender's new venture. Just remember to strap on your seatbelt for one wild ride you'll not soon forget!!

Jeremiah Tunstall, A reviewer, August 20, 2003
LAUGHING HYSTERICALLY, SMACK YOU IN THE FACE
I found this book to be both incredibly original and outlandishly disturbing. The humor presented is so chaotic that you can't help but be swept away by its brilliance. Another referred to Mr. Bender as the next JD Salinger and I believe him. The book is mostly bizarre almost in a Naked Lunch kind of way, but also contains so amazingly detailed stories that cover everything from Sci-Fi to Religion/Philosophy and even a tale about revolution right here in the good ol' USA. I think this independent writer is headed somewhere...not quite sure where but I look forward to whatever comes next. I highly recommend picking up 1 Eyed Monkey and kicking back with your drug of choice...it's quite a ride.

Amazon.com:

One Bizarre Trail Ride, August 12, 2003
Reviewer: Dakota Robbins from Portland,OR
I bought this book since I really enjoyed his first effort, Don't Stop the Disco. The first book was more dark and sensual, whereas this one was completely of the wall. It was kind of like being in an insane asylum, where you're a fly on the wall. You get to see the patients delusions as they see them, not how society sees them (which of course is not seeing them at all). I became part of this brilliantly odd world where singing and dancing is not only normal, but expected. I came to see that I could open up to anyone, especially if they didn't even know me. Basically the more absurd, the better. I came in expecting to be frightened or tormented by images of murder and/or sexual taboo or nanotech, but instead was treated to insane situations that were unexpected, yet tremendously funny! I actually fell off my chair while reading the first couple of stories. The originality of the characters and situations was so refreshing considering alot of what I've read lately could be considered re-treads of older story lines.

Hidden within those pages is a story of post 9-11 NYC that is simply captivating. I felt like I couldn't walk away from what the writer was seeing and I felt the myriad of emotions he was feeling. I could smell the fires in the air and even had to rub my eyes from the burning sensation that they caused. I could feel the pain of a city that was in shock and saddened by their loss. There was even a story about a revolution in the United States that held me in enchanting disbelief.

I would highly recommend this collection to anyone out there craving something new and original. Even those of you that loved "Disco" won't be disappointed in Bender's new venture. Just remember to strap on your seatbelt for one wild ride you'll not soon forget!!

Scott Bender's writing is better than drinking Blatz!, October 16, 2002
Reviewer: Mr. Phillip J. Lodge II from Amherst, OH United States
Although I have to confess that I was drinking a lot of prescription cough syrup the whole time I was reading Mr. Bender's masterpiece, I think it was the most original piece of literature I'd seen since a young J.D. Salinger burst onto the scene in the early 1950's. I particularly enjoyed the subtle love story of the minor characters "ChopDog" and his "ol' lady Stace." Whereas Ryan O'Neal & Ali McGraw popularized the saying "Love means never having to say you're sorry," the cantakerous "ChopDog" has expanded this amorous concept to include that it also means you should immediately lock yourself up in the nearest convenience store cooler and began drinking cheap malt liquor. Sheer genius! I cannot wait for Bender's next work (hopefully an Upton Sinclair-like expose of the seedy underbelly of jug band touring).

I love a parade, September 18, 2002
Reviewer: Jaden Leclair from Sweden
For those that love jug band jubilees, Sheetz, Perry Como, ...-punches, Amish men, rodeo clowns and sing-a-longs...buy this book ...I am the King of Sweden

High Plains Book Festival:

Scott Bender’s 1 Eyed Monkey is a wild assortment of antics and characters that make one reflect about life, fulfillment, and what it simply means to be happy. Born in Pittsburgh, Bender probably got his sense of humor from his father, who told him that he is the offspring of circus clowns. Scott attended Bowling Green University, where he studied English and History, the University of Great Falls, and the University of Montana. He currently lives in Billings.

Book Fest Description:
http://www.downtownbillings.com/PARTNERSHIP/bcpartners/bookfest1.htm

Billings Outpost article:

:http://www.billingsnews.com/story?storyid=5670&issue=159

As you can see, the lovely ladies dig the 1 Eyed Monkey. They also seem to be partial to Mary Tyler Moore, but honestly, who isn't? She can turn the world on with her smile.