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August 2, 2010
Cynthia Holloway as Merit
Tantor Media has hired Cynthia Holloway for the voice work for the audiobook of TWICE BITTEN, and possibly other Chicagoland Vampires books. My editor pointed out today that Cynthia looks just like someone we know . . .
CYNTHIA:
MERIT:
I'm just sayin' . . .
CYNTHIA:

MERIT:

I'm just sayin' . . .
Published on August 02, 2010 18:32
July 30, 2010
30% off at Cafepress store ends today
FYI, I've added some additional designs in the heavily-requested jersey American Apparel shirts in the Cafepress shop. You'll find Sentinel and Cadogan House designs, and Cafepress is offering 30% off orders of $40 or more, which sale today. Details on that here (top of the page).

Published on July 30, 2010 06:52
Happy Friday! (and request for info)
Happy Friday, everyone! This has been the longest week, no doubt slowed down by the weird weather we've had in our little corner of the Midwest (hot, hotter, less hot, blindingly hot, etc.). But we've made it through another week, and hopefully my very busy weekend will involve 3,000 words of Merity goodness.
In other news, the Boy and I will be heading to Kansas City in a couple of weeks for a quick trip. It's a photographic outing for him (various fountains, the Nelson-Atkins, etc.) and a w...
In other news, the Boy and I will be heading to Kansas City in a couple of weeks for a quick trip. It's a photographic outing for him (various fountains, the Nelson-Atkins, etc.) and a w...
Published on July 30, 2010 06:47
July 28, 2010
Merit Gets Loud
Happy Wednesday, in what appears to be the longest week ever. Having finished the first round of HEXBOUND edits, I'm now working on CV4 (previously titled HARD BITTEN, but now we're playing around with titles). To answer the various Facebook questions, as soon as I have any news about possible additional titles in the CV series, I will pass it along.
I can announce, however, that Penguin has inked a deal with Tantor Media to publish SOME GIRLS BITE, FRIDAY NIGHT BITES, TWICE BITTEN and CV4...
I can announce, however, that Penguin has inked a deal with Tantor Media to publish SOME GIRLS BITE, FRIDAY NIGHT BITES, TWICE BITTEN and CV4...
Published on July 28, 2010 06:03
July 25, 2010
Stuff I'm currently enjoying...
1. Finishing the first round of HEXBOUND edits. Woot for Scout and Lils!
2. Plants v. Zombies. Simple. Addictive.
3. Dinner recipes from Cooking Light. Pear-Kiwi salad tonight (but I can't find the recipe online, unfortunately).
4. Fossil blog. The design blog of the Fossil watch folks is a great "Best Of" web/design experience.
5. Brunch. With lots of recent events and a significant other who enjoys sleeping late, brunch has become the meal of choice on the weekends.
6. Beautiful landscapes...
2. Plants v. Zombies. Simple. Addictive.
3. Dinner recipes from Cooking Light. Pear-Kiwi salad tonight (but I can't find the recipe online, unfortunately).
4. Fossil blog. The design blog of the Fossil watch folks is a great "Best Of" web/design experience.
5. Brunch. With lots of recent events and a significant other who enjoys sleeping late, brunch has become the meal of choice on the weekends.
6. Beautiful landscapes...
Published on July 25, 2010 20:22
July 23, 2010
This weekend
I'm nearly done with the first round of HEXBOUND edits. Regular blogging to commence when those are turned in! (Swearsies.)
In other news, in between the final bits of editing, I'll be at OSFest, Omaha's Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention, this weekend! If you're in town for the convention, drop by my panels:
SATURDAY
2:00 - Reading from TWICE BITTEN
5:00 - Top Ten Tips for Getting Published (My first moderating gig!)
SUNDAY
11:00 - World Building
12:00 - Vampires Don't Sparkle (Ha!)
Hope to see ...
In other news, in between the final bits of editing, I'll be at OSFest, Omaha's Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention, this weekend! If you're in town for the convention, drop by my panels:
SATURDAY
2:00 - Reading from TWICE BITTEN
5:00 - Top Ten Tips for Getting Published (My first moderating gig!)
SUNDAY
11:00 - World Building
12:00 - Vampires Don't Sparkle (Ha!)
Hope to see ...
Published on July 23, 2010 06:39
July 20, 2010
Chicagoland Vampires @ Comicon!
Are you heading to Comicon??
Sadly, I won't be there this year (Comicon 2011 Or Bust!), but you can drop by Booth 1117 to grab Chicagoland Vampires bookmarks, pens and wristbands while supplies last!
And make sure to attend the "What's Up With Penguin" presentation at on Friday at 5:30 in room 32AB! Penguin will be giving away two ARC's of TWICE BITTEN, as well as other galleys from our new and forthcoming titles! In the words of my illustrious editor, HOLLA.
Published on July 20, 2010 06:58
July 14, 2010
Did you know?
That in addition to this blog, I have a full-featured website that includes the following features:
A sample from the Canon A link to my Cafepress shop, where you can buy CV and DE gear (including Team Luc and Team Ethan swag!)Pictures of ChicagoA music playlist Frequently Asked Questions (including how many books are planned in the CV and DE series)A list of all known international releases A PDF booklist you can print and take to the bookstore!Desktop imagesHave fun!
A sample from the Canon A link to my Cafepress shop, where you can buy CV and DE gear (including Team Luc and Team Ethan swag!)Pictures of ChicagoA music playlist Frequently Asked Questions (including how many books are planned in the CV and DE series)A list of all known international releases A PDF booklist you can print and take to the bookstore!Desktop imagesHave fun!
Published on July 14, 2010 17:40
Hunger Walk
The lovely folks at the Greater Chicago Food Depository forwarded a post-walk picture of Team Cadogan from this year's Hunger Walk. Thanks to everyone who came out for a fabulous, but super hot, 5K! (FYI, I'm the uber-smiley one in red in the middle.)

Published on July 14, 2010 17:19
Thanks, Blog Tour Hosts!
Well, I'm back from my temporary release week (and non-Internet-having) hiatus. I love release weeks, but I'm glad it's over. :)
Readers, you were spectacular. Although we didn't hit a national bestseller list this time around (no tattoo for me!), TWICE BITTEN was the #2 science fiction/fantasy trade paperback at Barnes & Noble last week and it's already heading into a second printing! Thank you all for your support, and I truly hope you're enjoying TWICE BITTEN.
A huge shout-out to...
Readers, you were spectacular. Although we didn't hit a national bestseller list this time around (no tattoo for me!), TWICE BITTEN was the #2 science fiction/fantasy trade paperback at Barnes & Noble last week and it's already heading into a second printing! Thank you all for your support, and I truly hope you're enjoying TWICE BITTEN.
A huge shout-out to...
Published on July 14, 2010 16:52