Justice Asante
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Shannon Messenger:
Hi Shannon, Have you ever read a book series that was cancelled because the publisher did not by the last, second,or middle one? I have and it needs the last one *coughs* Neptune Project
Shannon Messenger
I have. It's one of the great tragedies of publishing when a series doesn't get to finish. Obviously publishing is a business, so--from a business standpoint-- it makes sense that sometimes if a series isn't making them enough money they would decide not to continue with it. But it breaks my heart every time it happens and I totally feel you on your frustration.
Sadly, the only thing readers can do is support the series they love. If you love a book, tell your friends. Tell your teachers. Tell your librarians. Post reviews for it on places like amazon and barnes & noble (and of course goodreads). Word of mouth is the single most effective thing to help a series grow, so anything you do to spread the word can make a difference. There's still no guarantee of course, but every little bit helps, and the author will definitely be super grateful.
Sadly, the only thing readers can do is support the series they love. If you love a book, tell your friends. Tell your teachers. Tell your librarians. Post reviews for it on places like amazon and barnes & noble (and of course goodreads). Word of mouth is the single most effective thing to help a series grow, so anything you do to spread the word can make a difference. There's still no guarantee of course, but every little bit helps, and the author will definitely be super grateful.
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Fishcakes
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Shannon Messenger:
i really really really love your books and am SO excited to read the next one. Just wondering, do you have names for all of your cats? ( if so, please tell!) omigod, i was so excited when i found out you could do this! it's so cool! i use too many exclamation marks! i will probably keep asking you questions until you answer one, please don't be annoyed with me! ;P
Aly M
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Shannon Messenger:
Sooooooooo excited for the books to come out!!!(MY FRIENDS ARE TOO!!!!!) I have two questions. 1. What is your favorite thing to do in the summer? And 2. What is Biana's favorite color? THANK YOU SOOOOO MUCH!!!! :) (Eeekkkk my friend and I are making Neverseen theories galore!!!)
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