June 18, 2007
June 18
I just finished reading LADY LUCK’S MAP OF VEGAS by Barbara Samuel. Gorgeous writing, word paintings, lovely, lovely. I thought the story was wonderful and it was a joy to read.
God, I love reading. (Yeah, that’s news). But I do so much reading for research that reading for pleasure is like winning a prize.
Next up? THE THIRTEENTH TALE by Diane Setterfield. I’m rubbing my hands with glee.
On the writing front, I’m working on two projects. Hate it, but have no choice. I’m trying to separate work sessions so it’s not too painful.
As always, it’s taking awhile to adjust from being back from vacay. I have a stuffed up nose, so that makes it worse. But we had a lovely time and it was fun to be elsewhere.
Sunday night has been all about Robot Chicken, and if you don’t know what that is, you probably wouldn’t like it. Very funny stop-action animation by silly grown men. This is when I really know Dotes and I are meant to be together. Although he enjoys Sci Fi channel movies a whole lot more than I do. Okay, yes, I’m into Stargate and Dr. Who (when are we getting Torchwood here, BTW?) but the movies? I don’t like regular sized bugs, so why would I want to watch movies about giant versions? ICE SPIDERS? Really?
The current annoyance (for those who are counting) is that the mat under my chair is warped. It makes me sit either too far or too close to the keyboard. Sounds harmless enough unless you’re a freakin’ writer! I must do something about this. Did you know that wooden or bamboo mats are hundreds of dollars? Why? WHY?
And now, on a very grumpy note – I have a new book coming out in September (that’s not the grumpy part. I really like the book) called KIDNAPPED! It’s a Blaze about…well, you can probably figure that out. The problem is the cover. I’ve been getting fabulous covers, so I suppose I’m due for a mishap, but this one could have been caught. There’s just something that looks really strange. I’m not going to post it yet. It’s too early. But ::sigh:: I suppose I shouldn’t complain except it’s the cover and it’s the first introduction to a book I’m proud of. Other than the problem (which you’ll see when you see it) the cover is good. And sexy.
Maybe I’m overreacting. Only I’m not.
Okay, let’s end this on a happy note –remembering the moment of bittersweet satisfaction after reading two really excellent books. You know, that last page moment? Oh, and re-watching the end of Season 2 of Dr. Who and crying my eyes out—in a good way.
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Sorry about the cover! But I’m so glad you have a new book coming out soon. I was starting to wonder…
Isn’t Barbara Samuel wonderful??? She came to my RWA chapter a few months ago and did a workshop on voice. So valuable.
June 19th, 2007 at 6:34 pmI know it is probably slim comfort, but I don’t buy your books on covers, Jo. Your name is plenty. It could be blank white with your name and I’d buy it anyway.
June 22nd, 2007 at 7:42 amThanks, Julie. And yes, she’s wonderful. I’m taking an online workshop she’s doing and it’s been truly meaningful. That, in addition to the fact that I adore her writing!
June 22nd, 2007 at 9:49 amAh, Diana…that comfort is pretty hefty, actually. :) Thank you.
June 22nd, 2007 at 9:51 am