I’m introducing a new series here at MG, one that I’ve been thinking about for awhile. These posts will focus on authors I admire and why. It could be something related to their writing or something they’ve said or done outside of their books. This series of posts will tell you, in detail, which authors…
Life
Posts about my day-to-day doings.
The Pen Name Kerfuffle
So I had a few thoughts on pen names and the obligation (if any) of authors to disclose that they are using such. These thoughts stem from a small controversy over a recent Locus article in which Kim Harrison, author of the best-selling Rachel Morgan/Hollows series, revealed that the name – and much of the persona – is a nom de plume.
WIN a Copy of White Witch, Black Curse!
Ok, guys and ghouls – I managed to somehow end up with two hardcover copies of Kim Harrison’s newest release, White Witch, Black Curse. Simce I’m keeping one for my greedy self, I’m willing to send my extra copy to one of you.
A Few of My Favorite Things
Want to get to know me? Here are a few of my favorites. Favorite author(s)? Kim Harrison, Faith Hunter, Anne Bishop, James Clemens, Jim Butcher, and childhood favorite David Eddings Favorite food? Longhorn’s 8oz. Renegade sirloin, well done, with Texas cheese fries and the deep fried cheesecake for dessert. Mmmmm. Favorite color? Purple, black, crimson…
Americans Do Read
People everywhere are talking about Steve Jobs’ recent comments on the Amazon Kindle.