(Still Another) New Member Intro
Okay—I think I’m finally ready to dive in to this (cess)pool of demented humanity. I realize I have a lot to learn about how this stuff works—for instance, I didn’t know the forum was running a discussion about how Jackie and I are the nicest people in UF—well, that’s true. But there are some devious individuals who shall remain nameless (but whose initials are Derek or Lord Ruthven) that think they are going to stir up a fight between us.
Oh, you have no idea who you’re messing with…. But we’ll take this up in person at Dragon*Con, won’t we? Be warned.
Anyway, back to the intro—I’m Jeanne Stein. Besides being the nicest person in UF, I’m the author of the Anna Strong Chronicles. I love anything UF, Joss Whedon, Vampire. I share a blog with Mario Acevedo here. We post twice a week-- Mario posts on Monday, I post on Wednesday. Mario will pop in with an intro himself but right now he’s in revision mode so he barely has time to breathe, let alone post. And if you know Mario, you know he NEEDS his rewrite time.
Anyway, for those of you who would like to get to know my stuff, I’m running a contest. Submit a comment between now and midnight Feb. 13th and you’ll be in the running for all this loot:
If you have any questions you’d like to ask me, don’t hesitate. I have no secrets. Nice people tend to be incredibly boring. Here’s a pic taken last week at a talk I gave at a San Diego JC—My hair is different, as usual. I change styles and colors at will. You’d think someone who has been on the planet as long as I have would know how to wear her hair. I’m still experimenting.
So, is there anything else I should tell you? I’m looking forward to being a part of this group. Mario says I need to loosen up. If being around Mark and Anton and Mario and Dakota doesn’t do it, I’m afraid I’m a lost cause. Which reminds me—starting next week, Saturday, I’m going to run a feature spotlighting two or three of our illustrious members who will share pics of their writers’ rooms. If you’re like me, I’m always curious (read nosy) to see where the magic happens.
It’s probably been mentioned already, but we Leaguers are taking over the Club RT room on Thursday, April 24th at 10:30. We have great give-away’s planned. So if you’re attending RT this year, be sure to put that on your calendar. Will all be providing more details later.
See you on Saturday.
Oh, you have no idea who you’re messing with…. But we’ll take this up in person at Dragon*Con, won’t we? Be warned.
Anyway, back to the intro—I’m Jeanne Stein. Besides being the nicest person in UF, I’m the author of the Anna Strong Chronicles. I love anything UF, Joss Whedon, Vampire. I share a blog with Mario Acevedo here. We post twice a week-- Mario posts on Monday, I post on Wednesday. Mario will pop in with an intro himself but right now he’s in revision mode so he barely has time to breathe, let alone post. And if you know Mario, you know he NEEDS his rewrite time.
Anyway, for those of you who would like to get to know my stuff, I’m running a contest. Submit a comment between now and midnight Feb. 13th and you’ll be in the running for all this loot:
If you have any questions you’d like to ask me, don’t hesitate. I have no secrets. Nice people tend to be incredibly boring. Here’s a pic taken last week at a talk I gave at a San Diego JC—My hair is different, as usual. I change styles and colors at will. You’d think someone who has been on the planet as long as I have would know how to wear her hair. I’m still experimenting.
So, is there anything else I should tell you? I’m looking forward to being a part of this group. Mario says I need to loosen up. If being around Mark and Anton and Mario and Dakota doesn’t do it, I’m afraid I’m a lost cause. Which reminds me—starting next week, Saturday, I’m going to run a feature spotlighting two or three of our illustrious members who will share pics of their writers’ rooms. If you’re like me, I’m always curious (read nosy) to see where the magic happens.
It’s probably been mentioned already, but we Leaguers are taking over the Club RT room on Thursday, April 24th at 10:30. We have great give-away’s planned. So if you’re attending RT this year, be sure to put that on your calendar. Will all be providing more details later.
See you on Saturday.
Comments
Big sloppy kisses,
Dakota :)
To Dakota-- I can't wait to be a peep in your parade at RT-- we should have some fun!
J.
Congrats on your success. Look forward to hearing more about your writing.
Your books have been on my radar for months, and when my semester is over in May, I can't wait to finally read them! Your covers are incredible :)
We get all that loot?! BUT where's the Spaghetti O's? No food? =[
Still, your fantastic give away should put you back into everyone's good graces. :) Anything Anna Strong would do the trick!
So, when should I expect the loot? =P
Haha, I kid. I kid.
No seriously. =]
But welcome (= Nice to have you here.
As you know I have already read all of your books but I'm glad to see your part of this group. I am not with the majority of people in Paul's group because I don't want to mark any of you. I'm willing to share as long as I get first crack at the new stuff.
Toni
I've wanted to read this series for a while! But I couldn't order it (See another comment on where I got 9 books off Amazon to Australia which cost me a lot & Mum got up me)
Ahaha. Well then, I like nice people (: I'm nice, too.
I think we'd get along goodly
:D!!
I think I'm the only one who hasn't read all your books, eek! But hello, they sound great and I love the covers so I must!
I'm so sad I can't go to RT this year. Isn't it supposed to be at Orland or something? That's like 3 hours away! Maybe I can make it the 24th?? Who knows..
Although I work on Thursday..argh!
Welcome! I really wish I was going to RT this year...or any year for that matter...but it sounds like you have lots of fun planned!
Do you have any upcoming events or signings in the Colorado area...for some reason, I thought that you were from the Colorado area? Am I even close?
Word of advice though...don't let loosen up too much around Mark that you let your guard down. You might end up in his basement zombie collection.
I'm new here and love your idea of sharing pics of where the writing magic happens. I'll look forward to seeing those pics.
I too am inquitive (read: snoopy) about writers' rooms. While it's nice to see where the magic happens, it would be satisfying to know if other people are just as grotty as me!
Zita
I don't have any secrets either. It takes up too much time and effort to keep stuff like that hidden. And anyway, I prefer that people get to know the REAL me.
My name is Toni, but in Fantasy Land I'm know as Silky. I love a good book or 4, and great books are even better. I hear yours are great! Please sign me up for the drawing. I also am a Reluctant Adult, hence the alternet identity, and not just an internet alternet either, I use it when I go to the Renaissance Faire in the summer.
Take care, and welcome.
Silky
GypsyWitch36
Deidre
To those who have already tried Anna, I say thank you-- to those who have yet to try the books, I know time and money are often factors. I plan to give away something every week I post so stay tuned!!
Jeanne
I'm also really looking forward to your feature. It's fun to see the places where people spend all of their writing hours. :)
So, having tried out many different hair options--what's your favorite hair color and why?
I think the color I have now--kind of reddish brown. I was a blonde for most of my life, As I get older, though, I sometimes think I need more color!! But I'll NEVER be gray...NEVER--thanks to a little help from L'Oreal...
J.
Yes, I do live in Colorado. Next local thing is April 19th-- Englewood Library Meet the Faces Behind the Books. I'll post more info as it becomes available.
J.
You're preaching to the choir...I've already had the basement experience. It was horrifying!!
J.
would love to win the autogrpahed books of yours!
J.
J.
CindyMac
I have a copy of The Becoming that was published by ImaJinn Books and love it! Is there any difference in the book that was published by ImaJinn Books and the one published by Ace Books? The covers on your books published by Ace Books are absolutely gorgeous!
Also, is there any chance your next book, Retribution, will be released before September 2009?
Thanks for offering all the great loot for your contest. Someone is going to be very happy! :)
Not too much in The Becoming. ImaJinn also put out a Blood Drive that pops up now and then and there ARE differences in that edition. My editor at ImaJinn didn't really do much editing and unfortunately, some stuff got left in that shouldn't have been.
In fact, that's the main difference I see in being pub'd by a big and small house-- I actually have an editor that edits at Ace.
J.
I just wanted to say welcome and you have picked up another new reader. Have a great week :)
What a lovely prize package :)
I want to get EVERYONE hooked!!
Thanks to you and all for playing and for the warm welcomes.
J.
ebony_princess00@msn.com
I love the Anna Strong series! Since I am attempting to recover from my unfortuate Amazon addiction; I had to check them all out from the Libary.I would LOVE to win this prize! I even have a nice little spot my book shelf for them! so PICK ME!!!
And welcome to the League. I'll assume you know what you've gotten yourself into...
Thanks to everyone who participated and special thanks to all who have already tried the Anna Strong Chronicles. It means a lot.
PS Qwill said: Honestly though, Anna's decision making skills are questionable at times!
Leaves room for growth--hopefully, you have and will see it as the series progresses.
J.