BOTNS Readers in Boston (Archive)

[Elizabeth]

Yes! I plan on attending, but am currently traveling, so will touch base when I return and decide which sessions I'll be attending. See you then.

[Ann]

Sadly, I think I'll have to miss it again this year. Need to spend some time with family, and can't really drag them with me after dragging my husband all the way to Santa Cruz to be the official Booktopia photographer/door opener.

[[deleted user]]

Yes, I'm definitely going! I'd like to attend the following sessions:
11a The Short Story
12:30p Great Brits and Great Books
2:30p Readings in the Forum
4:15p The Future of Reading
though I do, of course have several back-ups in case those are full. It was super hard to choose!
So I'd be down to meet for a mid-afternoon chat and even a dinner once the last session ends around 5:30.

So excited!
jamie

[Elizabeth]

Jaime looks like we've got a couple in common.
Vanessa, I'm not sure there is enough time to meet during the day, unless we are all attending the same session. I would be available for dinner after 7pm though.

My list:
11a The Short Story
12:45p Fiction: Heaven Knows
2:30p Graphic Novels
4:15p Future of Reading
6p Keynote - Richard Ford

[Vanessa]

Elizabeth - whoo hoo! We're going to two together. The Fiction: Heaven Knows and the Keynote! Have you bought a ticket yet? I haven't. Better do it soon!

Here are mine:

11am - Either Lemony Snicket OR The Hobbit discussion
12:30pm - Fiction: Heaven Knows
2:30pm - Either The Brain: Thinking about Thinking OR Uncanny Imagination
4:00pm - Political Culture
6:00pm - Richard Ford

[Jennifer]

I'm jealous - wish I could fly back just for the weekend! Have a great time and report back here on who you guys see at the festival.

And Vanessa - I love your new avatar!

[Vanessa]

Haha! Thank you Jennifer! We should all plan on going to the same Booktopia next year - to the Washington or Michigan one! Somewhere we've never been! :)

[Callie]

Very sad that I'm going to miss the BBF this year! Have a great time ladies! Can we organize a meet up soon?

[Marly]

I'm sorry to have missed the last few meet ups and I will not be at the book festival but I'd love to meet up again soon.
A group trip to Booktopia sounds awesome!

[Vanessa]

Okay gang, how are we feeling about a meetup this Sunday afternoon/evening for a catch up on what everyone's been reading? Anyone game? ps: Many literary movies coming out in the next two months! We should organize a BOTNS date night! :)

[Loretta]

I've got a hair appointment in the afternoon, but maybe in the evening? I haven't met up with you guys for like a year and a half...

[Elizabeth]

Would love to meet up, but am sick at the moment. Staying in bed with A Storm of Swords - perfect for sick days. Sorry to miss this one, and hope you see you all soon.

[Vanessa]

@Elizabeth - It's only Thursday night! You could be miraculously recovered by Sunday night! :D

[[deleted user]]

Yes, I'd love to join you on Sunday. And for the future movie date, too. Sounds like my cup of tea.

[Tracey]

I wish I could! My son has a football game and my daughter and I are going to see the Olympic gymnasts in Boston on Sunday! Very excited for some one-on-one mom and daughter time. But keep me posted on movie date night!

[Ann]

Darn, I will be working and then driving kids around on Sunday. :(

[Callie]

I think I'm in, I just have to check to make sure I'm not forgetting a previous engagement. (I can never remember what I have planned.) What time? Would 4 be too early?

[Elizabeth]

@Vanessa, does not look like it. Am headed to the doc for some drugs today. Do not like how my lungs sound. But in case of a miracle, I might apparate over :)

[Vanessa]

I can do 4pm! People could always come whenever and stay until whenever.

Also, here is the line up of "movies based on books" coming up in the next two months. There are a TON!

Lincoln (Nov. 16th release)- I think I read that Team of Rivals was used to help with the script-writing.
Anna Karenina (Nov. 16th release) - Based on the novel by Leo Tolstoy.
Life of Pi (Nov. 21st release) - Based on the novel by Yann Martel
The Hobbit (Dec. 14th release) - Based on the book by J.R.R. Tolkien.
Jack Reacher (Dec 21st release) - Based on the novel by Lee Child
On the Road (Dec. 21st release) - Based on the novel by Jack Kerouac... but watch out co-starring Kristin Stewart... not thrilled about that.

My vote is for Anna Karenina or The Hobbit (which I am reading right now! I am spoken for on Life of Pi although, being on of my favorite books, I'm sure I'll want to see it again! :)

[Vanessa]

@Elizabeth - Nice Harry Potter reference.

[Vanessa]

@Ann - You are completely off the hook for these gatherings. You don't even live in the Boston area! Plus, we all need you to be working on this week's podcast! :)

[Ann]

No, but I want to see you before you move!

[Ann]

What are you guys doing on Sunday, December 2 at 2pm?

An organization that I belong to (and that you should, too) is the Women's National Book Association, Boston chapter. (They allow men, too).

On Dec. 2, they are having their annual holiday tea at the Fairmont Copley Plaza in Boston. This year's program is an insider's look at the Best American Short Stories anthology, with the series editor and authors Jennifer Haigh and Edith Pearlman (she won the Nat'l Book Award last year, I think).

Tickets are $40 for members and $45 for nonmembers, but it looks like I can buy a table of 5 for $200.

Anyone interested? Let me know. I need to send the check by 11/23, but probably sooner is better.

Here's more info: http://www.wnbaboston.org/events_p2.php

[Callie]

Ann, I am so in, sounds like a great time.

[Vanessa]

Oh my goodness, Ann! That sounds superb! I am so completely on board with this! If we can get five people we can get a table! If not, I'd also be willing to send you a check for $45 or buy my ticket directly!

ps: @Callie, Jamie and Lorreta - We still on for tomorrow at 4pm until whenever? Crema Cafe in Harvard Square work for everyone?

[[deleted user]]

Yes! 4p at Crema, might bring Alexandra too!

[Callie]

I will be there!

[Elizabeth]

Ann wrote: "What are you guys doing on Sunday, December 2 at 2pm?

Ann, count me in. Sounds fab. Let me know how I should send you the money.

[[deleted user]]

Ladies, I won't be able to make it at 4p but will show up later (5ish) and will look for you if you're still around!

[Callie]

I'm here, red and black checked scarf and a copy of Mmajor Pettigrew's Last Stand.

[Callie]

Hey ladies! Lots of fun last night, even though the cafe tried to cook us out!

Vanessa, do you remember the book you picked up about first-world problems? I did some googling and couldn't find it again, and the title was so great.

[Vanessa]

Yes! It's called "Don't Get Too Comfortable: The Indignities of Coach Class, The Torments of Low Thread Count, The Never-Ending Quest for Artisanal Olive Oil, and Other First World Problems" by David Rakoff

Here is the link:
http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/90...

I should have bought it. I could use a little humor in my TBR line-up.

[Jennifer]

Hi Boston Gang! I just wanted to say hi since I am missing the Crema nights.
Vanessa - that's a great title. I haven't read any David Rakoff before...recommend?
Elizabeth - I hope you are feeling better...although a sick day in bed with a big book actually sounds pretty good.
I've been having a hard time settling into a book after Stephen King's 11.22.63 but I just started The Twelve so that should keep me happy this week.
I miss having book peeps to meet! :-)

[Vanessa]

@Jennifer - I have not yet read David Rakoff... but I was intrigued by the title! Sounds up my alley. My boyfriend and I are listening to The Twelve on audio and we both agree it's even better than The Passage! :D We miss you so much here!! But since you can't join us here, get out and meet some fabulous bookish brits!

[Ann]

OK, can we get 1 more person for the Short Story event on 12/2? That will allow us to have our own table.

So far I have
Callie
Vanessa
Elizabeth
Me

Deadline is 11/25 but I'd like to reserve earlier. So Let's say the deadline is Monday 11/19. Once we have a fifth, I'll reserve the table and you can paypal me or send a check.

If we don't have a 5th, then I'll put the link here and everyone can buy their tickets individually and we will just try to get 4 seats together.

[Tracy]

All--I so wish I could join you! I'm from Boston but am living in Osaka and won't be back in Boston in time for this. But the BOTS podcasts help get me through the expat exile!

[Marly]

Is it Sunday Dec 2 at 2? If there is still room please count me in. I've been a bit out of the loop lately and I would love to meet up.

[Ann]

Marly, yes, you're #5!! Excellent.

I will order the tickets tomorrow.

Callie, Vanessa, Elizabeth and Marly, you can either paypal me (annkingman@gmail.com) $40 each, or just bring the money on December 2nd. I know you're all good for it :)

Thanks!

[Vanessa]

The original dream team together again! Can't wait!!

[Elizabeth]

Marly, am delighted you can make it. Tea, books, authors, lovely company - what more can a girl ask for? See you all then.

[Marly]

Yippee! I'm psyched!! I'm really looking forward to seeing you all again. Dream Team - Love it!

[Ann]

Just a reminder to Callie, Vanessa, Elizabeth and Marly: See you Sunday, right? The table is reserved, tea starts at 2pm at the Fairmont Copley Plaza, 138 Dartmouth St. in Boston.
I will try to be there around 1:30 to grab out table just in case it isn't actually reserved.

[Vanessa]

Ann - Absolutely! I am bringing you a check on Sunday! $45 right? I'll be there a bit before 2pm. How long does it go until? Jamie and I will be hitting up Brookline Booksmith afterwards... anyone want to come?

I'm super excited about this. See you all there! :)
- Vanessa (626) 222-0353

[Ann]

Just $40 .. I got the member price for all since I bought an entire table (which, by the way, I've never before done. It feels impressive, even though this isn't a $1000/p,ate fundraiser...)

774/219-9108

[Meg..reads]

Is it still possible to join or the sign up is over? I'd live to come myself or myself and another. I am semi new and would be ecstatic.

[Ann]

I believe the ticket deadline has passed, but you may want to inquire via the email address on the event page: http://www.wnbaboston.org/events_p2.php

Our table is filled, butI'd love to meet you!

[Marly]

I've been looking forward to Sunday all week. I'll be there at 2.

[Callie]

I will see you ladies at 2 (probably a bit earlyish)- I can't wait!

[Elizabeth]

Me too Marly. Was telling my nephews about it, and they wanted to know if Rick Riordan was attending, and if so they wanted to come too. :-) I plan to be there around 1:30. See you then.

[Ann]

They are also doing a gently used book drive at the tea:

"Holiday Book Drive: At the event, WNBA will be collecting gently-used books for donation to More Than Words. If you would like to contribute, please see here for a list of acceptable books/genres
http://mtwyouth.org/book_donations/bo...

If you plan on donating, please email us at wnbaboston@gmail.com so that we can get an idea of how many books we'll need to handle.