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Kathleen Finan
Kathleen Finan asked Lois McMaster Bujold:

Is Aral (Vor)kosigan's name a nod to Armstrong, Aldrin, and Collins, or just a delightful coincidence? I want you to know that you've given me many, many happy hours spent reading your books and musing on favorite scenes in daydreams. Thank you!!

Lois McMaster Bujold No, no relation to the astronauts -- in fact, I don't see the connection. I picked it for the vaguely Russian sound -- Aral Sea, after all -- and because I liked it.

I'm glad you are enjoying my work!

Ta, L.
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John King
John King asked Lois McMaster Bujold:

Just a follow-up on the Knife covers - either I really don't like what publishers do to covers or .... no, that's about it. And I can't believe it was the same artist - but y'know? Thanks JK

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Jean
Jean asked Lois McMaster Bujold:

Hi Lois! I'm still not having any luck finding Masquerade in Lodi for the Nook. Have you heard anything? (I'd like to keep everything together in my e-library if possible, but will buy it on the Kindle app if necessary.) Thanks, Jean

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