Some wild shoes for H.P. (Harry? Is that YOU?), who inaugurates our 2009 series of “About My Query” reviews. To refresh your memory of how this works, I’ll post below an author’s complete query, minus a few identifying details. Following the query, I’ll add my comments on the letter itself, along with a summation. Then, [...]
I came across something very interesting yesterday, and I wanted to share. In Neil Gaiman’s blog, under a lengthy but important several paragraphs about stem cell research, Neil mentioned a bonus clause in his contract for The Graveyard Book. Specifically, in a response about the obligations of a writer under contract, Neil refers to “a [...]
The shoes to the left are pink, aren’t they? Pink, pink, pink, pink, pink. There are some (men) who believe that that’s all women care to read about — shoes (preferably pink), and shopping and sex and romance and cocktails, etc. Phooey to them, I say! What’s the cause of today’s diatribe? Something Maureen Johnson [...]
I mentioned on Facebook that I was sending out blurb requests (for Josie Bloss’ truly BRILLIANT new novel Albatross) and a good friend of mine left this: You won’t be able to put Kate Schafer Testerman down! A great beach read. The pages almost turn themselves! She’s a steamy thriller that brings to mind early [...]
So last week, I believe I alluded to some good news about Operation Redwood, yes? Well, I can finally spill the beans! Booksellers throughout the country have once again voted with their nominations, and I’m pleased to share with you that Operation Redwood has been chosen to appear on the Summer 2009 Kid’s Indie Next [...]
