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There are certain artists who shine through. No matter what they’re doing, there’s that certain something that makes them recognizable to others who know them well.
For instance, Stephen King wrote several books as Richard Bachman. A lot of readers read the Bachman books and saw Steve shining through.
I’ve read both Nora Roberts and JD Robb since the beginning. Even though the JD Robb books are very different from the Nora books, I still hear her voice–that humor and sarcasm–shining through.
This summer I went to see THE AVENGERS. I loved it! But something kept nagging at me. I felt like I knew the writer of that movie. The script had a flow. The characters were revealed in subtle ways. Even during the fight scenes, characters stayed true, and more was revealed about them. Sure enough, when I looked up the scriptwriter I discovered that Joss Whedon had not only directed the movie but had written most of the script. I had recognized him shining through the movie just like he shone through BUFFY, ANGEL and FIREFLY in the same way.
A recent find for me is Ryan Murphy. I started watching AMERICAN HORROR STORY last year. It was so fantastic, I gave GLEE a try, even though I’d never been interested. OMG! I was 
obsessed. I watched GLEE non stop for weeks. Because of this experience I gave THE NEW NORMAL a whirl. It’s not bad. I can definitely see Ryan shining through.
Another writer/producer who’s hooked me into all his shows regardless of the topic is Chuck Lorre. I started watching TWO AND A HALF MEN, with Charlie Sheen. (Yes, he’s a train wreck but a very funny, talented one when he’s got a script.) Because of my enjoyment of that show, I tried out THE BIG BANG THEORY. Now I’m hooked like GLEE, watching the shows every chance I get. When I went and looked up what else Chuck had done I said “ah-ha!” Old favorites like ROSEANNE, DHARMA AND GREG and GRACE UNDER FIRE all appeared under his banner. All of these shows pushed the boundaries of television, while being funny and relevant.
Next Tuesday my first western in years will be released under the name Lori Austin. I like to think that my Lori Handeland fans will see me shining through. BEAUTY AND THE BOUNTY HUNTER is a gritty, sexy, funny, emotional western. The characters both broke my heart and made me laugh. I hope you’ll agree.
If you’d like to read a sample go to:
http://loriaustin.net/beauty_excerpt.php
I’m giving away five ARCs (Advanced Reader Copies) of BEAUTY to five commenters chosen at random today.
Are there any writers/producers/directors whose work you can recognize on sight?
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I know what you mean about Chuck Lorre – he’s right there.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 4:07 am.
He usually surprises a laugh right out of me.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 7:08 am.
I’m not really into recognizing such people, except maybe by faces. Otherwise, names don’t mean a lot for me. Though I will say, when commercials mention “creator of” such and such, then I get the idea that said person wrote such and such, if you know what I mean.
I will say that certain names have become famous enough for me to recognize them, although I may not know their resume that much. Well, the less famous ones, that is.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 4:40 am.
IMBD has been really helpful for me. They’ve got everyone’s resume on there. Pretty interesting.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 7:09 am.
It took me a while but I appreciate Sherrilyn Kenyon writing as Kinley MacGregor. I know that I will enjoy your book provided that my local bookstore can get it in for me. Most others leave me going “Oh! So that’s who did that!” In all honesty I had no idea that Joss Wheldon did The Avengers. I can be completely unobservant like that at times but when it comes to music I am slightly more switched on … but only just (I sometimes have to ask my dad who did such and such a song because he is way better at knowing that sort of thing than me).
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 5:21 am.
I’m not good with music either. But oldest son is so he’s my go to guy in that area.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 7:10 am.
I haven’t noticed this works shining through thing when it comes to movies. I’m pretty sure I noticed this in the Nora Roberts/J.D. Robb books but not entirely sure if I notice it in other works by authors. Oh well.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 6:00 am.
With writers it’s often hard to tell unless you read them back to back, or they are very prolific. Like Nora.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 7:12 am.
I don’t think I’m observent enough to see a certain style shine trough. I’m always the one saying “no you’re kidding that those two authors are one and the same. I didn’t know!”
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 6:07 am.
Then you get a nice surprise!
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 7:14 am.
I cna’t immediately think of authors/producers/etc. shining through, but I have the same with paintings. At a glance, can see it’s a Turner or a Van Gogh, …
I visited a exhibition at the Tate Liverpool last summer and I did not need to see whose name was under the paintings.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 6:22 am.
Art is another great example. I don’t know much about art. I wish I did. I should go and learn about art.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 7:14 am.
My sister can identify music in a heartbeat while I can only do that occasionally, the same with artists. Now if it is cover art I can identify who did it or I could when they actually had cover artists like, Elaine Duillo or Robert McGinnis, Alan Kass, & Walter Popp. McGinnis always painted gorgeous bodies but the faces were more compelling that attractive, favorite cover of his was Tender Is The Storm by Lindsey.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 11:34 am.
I remember Elaine’s covers. They definitely had a look.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 1:08 pm.
I can usually recognize those, or a Monet.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 9:26 am.
Yes, Monet I can get. Or Picasso.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 10:20 am.
Congrats on the release, Lori! Looking forward to it!
I’m a huge Joss Whedon fan. Can I pick him out if I don’t know it’s him? I’m not sure! My fingers are crossed our town gets his Much Ado…
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 6:55 am.
Thanks, Deb!
I’m sure you could pick out Joss. Oh, I forgot to add that a friend put on “Dr. Horrible’s Sing Along Blog” when I was at her house. And I’m watching and frowning and suddenly I blurt “This is Joss Whedon’s.” It was just like that Buffy episode where they sang. Loved that one.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 7:16 am.
I love Joss Whedon! I have the soundtrack to Once More With Feeling, my son gave it to me. On our fifth viewing of Avengers.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 11:37 am.
Did you see Dr. Horrible? You’d love it I think.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 12:41 pm.
One of my favorites! My g-girls know every song!
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 1:10 pm.
I get that way about musicals. When I went to see Wicked when it first came out, I kept saying to my friends that it sounded very Stephen Schwartz, who wrote a favorite musical of mine. I was right!
Lori, is your western a historical one or a modern one?
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 7:24 am.
Musicals are another example! Evita! Jesus Christ Superstar. The Phantom. Yep!! Andrew Lloyd Weber.
BEAUTY AND THE BOUNTY HUNTER is western historical–Kansas 1870.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 7:51 am.
Musicals are the easiest for me. Growing up in a home where music was very important because of my father’s job and church. I can tell you if a piece is by Handel or Bach, etc. I entered your contest for your book, it looks like a good read to me.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 7:58 am.
Thanks, Angela!
I also need to listen to more classical music. I like it a lot but know nada.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 8:45 am.
I didn’t realize that the same people were involved in the creation of these things. “Big Bang Theory” has been a staple in our house since it appeared. While the show is good, I had to stop the kids from watching, as the sexual references were too much for their young eyes and ears. That made me sad, because they enjoyed it in the first season as well. Brian Green is a physicist who originally consulted on Big Bang, but has since left. He did a PBS show/mini series about theoretical physics that I would recommend. I don’t remember the name, but it was excellent bringing all of those big ideas to people like me who are interested but can’t wrap their brain around the higher level math (I still can’t add, so I needed someone to explain all those interesting theories to me). I really enjoyed The Avengers. I also loved your web site contest of picking things out of the picture that didn’t belong on 1870′s Kansas. I’m excited to read your book as well, being that I’m a Kansas girl, myself.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 8:03 am.
Thanks, Amanda! I thought the saloon contest was really cute. I think I’ll do another one for the next book with a western doctor’s office since the next book has a doctor for a hero.
I had the same issue with “Friends” when my kids were young. Loved it, but it was too mature for them at the time. They had to learn to love it in reruns.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 8:48 am.
I mainly notice that authors have a specific, recognizeable(sp?) style, but I need to read a few of their books to catch on. The only other style shining through I’ve really paid attention to is in film… but only one director, I can easily spot a Mel Brooks film
. Otherwise, while I know it happens elsewhere, I tend to be oblivious. I may find out after the fact that a lot of stuff I like is done by the same person, but generally don’t notice until someone points it out to me.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 8:10 am.
Mel Brooks is a good example. His films definitely have a feel to them. We refer to Mel around here as “that genius, Mel Brooks.” Love him.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 8:49 am.
Chuck Lorre is an absolute genius. I swore up and down that I would not like The Big Bang Theory, but it is one of THE most hilarious things I have watched in a long time. That Sheldon never ceases to make me laugh!
I am a big Joss Whedon fan as well, and I thought The Avengers was one of the best films of its kind in a long time–the cast is HUGE, but everyone played a great part, and I got to enjoy all of the characters with their own little singular parts as well. We watched it Tuesday night when I brought it home and watched it again last night.
I can really pick out a Nora Roberts story…I guess her Irish ancestors truly passed on their gift of weaving a story to her, because she is brilliant, and she continues to surprise me.
I loved picking out the ‘out of place’ things on your site–that was fun.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 8:43 am.
I’m glad you enjoyed the contest, Julie.
And I was the same way about Big Bang. Resisted all the way until some friends put on the DVDs at a retreat. I laughed myself silly.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 8:50 am.
The writers of a show often dictate whether or not I’ll give it a go. Whedon has my undying loyalty, and Lorre is worth it. Most people choose shows based on genre or actor; I prefer writers.
Wonder why?
BTW: as a Shakespeare professor, I LOVED your Shakespeare Undead/Zombie Island books!
I’ve recommended them to colleagues.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 8:48 am.
I have to agree that the writing is what clinches it. And writing/directors/producers are my faves. They seem to get it.
Wow, thanks, Kelly!!! I really did a lot of research for the Shakespeare books and I’m glad it shined through!
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 8:51 am.
How exciting! I can’t wait to read your new western!
I don’t notice directors, particularly, but I do love the list of Dharma and Greg, and Grace Under Fire.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 8:56 am.
Thanks, Barbara. I’m really excited.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 9:11 am.
Your contest was fun, Lori. Enjoyed picking things out. Tim Burton and Martin Scorsese are two directors that stand out for me. Their work has a definite signature. I agree on Andrew Lloyd Webber.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 9:31 am.
Oh yes, Burton! His films all have a look don’t they?
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 10:21 am.
Congratulations on your new release Lori, today is a special day because its also my birthday. I guess I haven’t really mastered your technique because I love Nora Roberts and I’ve read one where she writes as J.D. And I didn’t realize until I was through with the book. I hate it after I’ve missed an episode of the BIG BANG THEORY and I’m obsessed with GLEE maybe that’s the reason. Same producer, I didn’t know that.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 9:37 am.
Happy early birthday, Aniya!
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 10:21 am.
Lori, Lori, Lori…I am waiting impatiently and if I go read the sneak preview I may launch my monitor out the window to see if that would shake out more!!! Now you are just being cruel with your tantalizing taste of cowboy goodness.
Aaron Sorkin is the television/movie writer that shines through his work for me. His quick wit and dialogue keeps my attention through all of his work. I loved The West Wing and would still vote for President Bartlet!!
My alma mater, UW-Madison engineering schools were (probably still are) full of The Big Bang Theory men. I loved the show since day one as I married a computer science/math nerd. So many episodes reflect my early years of marriage! Chuck Lorre is the master.
Anxiously waiting for October 2nd to get here!!! Going to be in Wisconsin Oct 6-20th so I get to read it where it was written, IF I can wait that long…
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 10:24 am.
LOL, Kez!! Thanks.
I didn’t realize that Sorkin did The West Wing AND The Social Network. Learn something new everyday, hey?
Maybe by the time you get here everyone will have calmed down about the Packers.
But I doubt it . . .
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 10:41 am.
Lori, your new release looks unlike anything I’ve ever read. Good luck with it!
This is going to sound silly, but I can recognize actors’ voices if they’re not there, like narrating in a commercial. I’ve picked up on Ray Romano’s, Mary Steenburgen’s, & John Corbett’s to name a few. My latest thing was finding Melissa McCarthy’s husband, Ben Falcone, actually doing an Old Navy commercial. My hubby think’s its strange.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 10:38 am.
Thanks, Maria!
I don’t think that’s silly at all. I’ve had that happen too. George Cloony’s voice is very distinctive and so is Robert De Niro’s and I’ve recognized them on several commercials.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 10:43 am.
I cannot wait to read your Western!
I glommed onto Whedon’s Firefly one “lost” weekend when I was home alone. Started with catching a marathon episode while ironing or something dastardly like that, then watched all the episodes in order and the movie (which made me sad). I haven’t seen The Avengers. Now must.
As someone else said, Sorkin is another whose work has an indelible stamp. I just watched all the episodes of Newsroom and the wonderful dialogue and the trademark delivery of it was delightful.
Also love Glee. Will have to check out The New Normal. Only new show I’ve tried is Revolution and I confess to liking it a lot (great for watching while on treadmill), though the reviews aren’t stellar.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 10:59 am.
Thanks, Christie.
Don’t get me started on Firefly. That show should have been top of the charts and on TV forever! Brilliant.
Oh, and you reminded me of another shining through with Revolution. It’s done by Eric Kripke, of Supernatural famve-another fave. I think Jon Favreau is involved as well-Iron Man guy!
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 11:08 am.
But if Firefly was still on television we would not have Castle…
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 11:39 am.
Oh, I bet Nathan could handle both.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 12:42 pm.
I guess I don’t notice that much either, but I did want to say good luck with your new book. It sounds wonderful!
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 11:08 am.
Thanks, Kelly. BEAUTY is one of those books of the heart for me. I’ve still got it bad for Alexi. What a guy.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 11:10 am.
Congratulations Lori/Lori! I can usually suss out the writer under their different guises.Jayne Anne Krentz/Jayne Castle/Amanda Quick comes to mind as a prime example.Whenever I visit my son in Portland he is usually running his own marathons of favorite shows, last time was Leverage. That is how I got hooked on Big Bang Theory, he was watching the entire series from start to finish. Chuck Lorre is a wonderful evil genius that just sucks you into his world(s). Sorkin is another one I will watch anytime.
Did anyone see the West Wing commercial they did for Mary McCormack’s sister? It made me so homesick for West Wing.Richard Donner will get me and my popcorn into a theater in a heartbeat as well, loved the Lethal Weapon series but I absolutely adored Ladyhawke, I wore out three VHS tapes of that.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 11:17 am.
We have all the Lethal Weapon movies too. Classic stuff.
I just watched again the Two and a Half Men episode with Charlie’s funeral. I am always shocked with how far Lorre will push things and how clever he is. What an episode.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 11:24 am.
Congrats on the new release, Lori! I haven’t read a Western in years–looks like I’ll be breaking that trend soon!
I’m sad to say, I’m not astute enough to catch on to similarities in writers of TV shows/movies–however, the musical score is a different story–Trevor James wrote for both LAST OF THE MOHICANS and NOTTING HILL or Hans Zimmer wrote for THE LION KING and PIRATES OF THE CARRIBEAN are probably two of my favorites.
As far as writers go…I can usually pick out Lisa Kleypas, Eloisa James and Julie Garwood (besides you ladies, of course).
Have a great day.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 11:23 am.
Thanks, Haley. I hope loads and loads of readers break the non-western trend next week.
Someone was humming the Last of the Mohicans score last week and I recognized it right away. Very distinctive.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 11:26 am.
Everyone.e has already mentioned books and classical music (which I love), musicals (Andrew Lloyd Weber is a GENIUS!), and television, but my mother and I have watched So You Think You Can Dance almost from the beginning. We are recognizing the choreographers signature styles just by watching the dancers.
BTW, Lori, I am looking forward to reading this book. I do like my cowboys!!
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 11:27 am.
Thanks LadyD! I love the west!
I have not seen So You Think You can Dance but have a friend who just adores it. It would make sense that choreography would have a signature too.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 12:43 pm.
Wonderful that your western is about to come out! The world needs more good westerns.
There are a few directors who have a “look” that shines through not matter what the film. And I think it is cool that writers of shows and films are identifiable by their voices too, since their role in the success of those shows almost never gets celebrated except by the industry insiders.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 11:38 am.
I so agree about the more westerns!!
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 12:43 pm.
I love that cover!! And I can’t wait to read your western; I’m starved for westerns.
Spielberg movies always have a certain way about them. Also true of Ron Howard. There’s just something about the way those directors put a story together that is very distinctive. Same with Clint Eastwood. Love a Clint directed movie! There’s always a quiet, surging power to his movies.
For old school, I’m a huge fan of John Ford and Billy Wilder. They had a lens, a way of looking at the world, that was so unique and powerful.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 11:50 am.
Oh, I love John Ford… He and John Wayne are a permanent part of our DVD library.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 12:12 pm.
A John Ford western also has a certain sweeping look.
Here’s to everyone being starved for westerns!
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 12:44 pm.
I always thought Aaron Sorkin’s TV shows were recognizable for their quick, witty dialogue–the West Wing, Sports Night, Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip. Movie scores by John Williams are easy to catch, too–Star Wars, Indiana Jones, ET, Jaws.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 11:50 am.
I didn’t know one person did all those scores! They do have a certain ring to them, don’t they?
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 12:45 pm.
Since my dh works in animation, I can identify animation by it’s era, studio, and director. Chuck Jones is the easiest to identify because his style is SO distinctive, whether he’s directing The Grinch, Bugs Bunny, or Tom and Jerry. Then, of course, there’s Tex Avery, Hanna Barbera, Disney (I can tell which of the ‘Nine Old Men’ animated which characters in the classic Disney animated features.), and a slew of Warner Brothers’ directors (whose names I’m forgetting this morning.). I’m almost as good as my dh in this part of it, but lately, I’ve been getting more right than him, especially the era ones.
I’m better than him when it comes to recognizing voice talent. I can hear a voice and identify other characters that they’ve played.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 12:13 pm.
I’m starting to recognize Audio book readers since I’ve listened to so many books. Stephen King always has the best readers.
I never considered animation being recognizable, but you’re right. Pixar movies definitely have a look.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 12:47 pm.
Lori, I’ll challenge you in a Joss Whedon love fest any day of the week. *g*
Arrogant as the man is, Aaron Sorkin can write a good script, and I can always tell when it’s his work. Likewise David E. Kelley — Lake Placid, Ally McBeal, Picket Fences, The Practice, Boston Legal, etc.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 1:34 pm.
Oh, yes!! I used to watch all those Kelley shows.
Don’t you wonder how I get any work done with all this movie, TV watching? Oh wait. It’s you. You are my partner in crime in this area.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 1:37 pm.
We have good time management skills. Or something. *g*
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 2:05 pm.
Or something is right . . .
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 3:10 pm.
Congrats on your book release! Will it be released in audiobook format? I love listening to books, and the reader can make or break the experience for me. The reader will sometimes tip the balance for me on whether or not I buy the audiobook. Barbara Rosenblat, Simon Prebble and Rosalind Landor are 3 of my faves.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 1:52 pm.
As far as I know there is no audiobook release yet.
I know what you mean about the reader. A “wrong” one can definitely ruin the book.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 3:11 pm.
Joss Whedon I definitely recognize him. Alfred Hitchock is another favorite that I know. Among authors, I would agree with Nora Roberts. Also, I know Victoria Holt who also wrote as Jean Plaidy and Phillipa Carr. Phillipa Ballatine is recognizeable.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 1:59 pm.
Hitchock! Great example. And I read all the Holt/Plaidy/Carr books as well. Loved them.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 3:12 pm.
Tim Burton is definitely recognizable as are the Coen brothers (I think that is the spelling). They directed Fargo.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 1:59 pm.
That is true. Fargo and True Gritt–you wouldn’t think they’d be similar, but there are a few things that shine through.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 3:12 pm.
It’s easier for me to spot writing by authors I enjoy than the visual and performing arts. Maybe it’s a question of developing an ear for that sort of thing?
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 2:33 pm.
I think you’re right there, Rebe.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 3:13 pm.
Damon Runyan comes to mind. I have better luck recognizing songwriters and musicals.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 4:03 pm.
Had to look this one up, but I remember Little Miss Match!
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 4:09 pm.
Hot Cop and I love The Big Bang Theory. It was on for a few years before we caught it, so Hot Cop and I had a great time catching up on the re-runs. The new one is on tonight, which is AWESOME.
I can’t wait to read BEAUTY AND THE BOUNTY HUNTER! I bet it has all of the sharp action, fast and funny dialogue as your other books and I have to say — I do love a sexy cowboy. BRING IT!
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 4:30 pm.
I’m not caught up yet on Big Bang so I have a lot of fun times ahead. Not caught up on Glee either. And from my blog you’d think all I did was watch TV.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 4:54 pm.
I can’t believe I forgot John Hughes!! His movies were fantastic and all had a certain feel to them.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 4:39 pm.
Oh yes. Definitely!
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 4:55 pm.
Congrats on the book! I recognize Tim Burton’s movies.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 5:30 pm.
Thanks, BN.
Posted on September 28, 2012 at 7:30 am.
I like Joss Whedon for sure…. I love firefly, Buffy, Angel too…
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 7:56 pm.
They’re all good.
Posted on September 28, 2012 at 7:31 am.
I think I am pretty good with authors and old-school (like 80′s & 90′s) musicians but film? Not so much. I’ve just started watching TV and seeing movies after a short (like 2 decades!) lull. So I look forward to checking out your Westerns, Ms. Austin, to see if I can feel you shining through! Congrats, BTW.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 8:03 pm.
Hope you enjoy, Cindi.
Posted on September 28, 2012 at 7:31 am.
Having read this book (and some of your Handeland books, too), I can say truthfully that it’s excellent! Everyone is in for a treat.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 8:43 pm.
And I so appreciate your reading it too!
Posted on September 28, 2012 at 7:33 am.
I don’t watch a lot of TV. It may be on but I usually have my nose in a book. I do love The Big Bang Theory.
I have your book on my to be bought list!
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 8:49 pm.
Thanks, Pam. I’m always reading during commericals. Although the DVR has cut down my reading/TV time.
Posted on September 28, 2012 at 7:33 am.
Lori
Congratulations on your upcoming release. And, no I’m not good at seeing a persons “signature”. Now musically I can sometimes.
Have a good evening everyone
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 9:45 pm.
Thanks, Ginger.
Posted on September 28, 2012 at 7:33 am.
I’m sure I’d recognize anything Josh Whedon does, whether his name is on it or not. I think Jayne Ann Krentz is pretty recognizable, whether the name is Amanda Quick, Jayne Castle or Jayne Ann Krentz, I’ll see her shining through.
Posted on September 27, 2012 at 10:38 pm.
Jayne Anne was another one I thought of but haven’t read her contemps, so I wasn’t sure.
Posted on September 28, 2012 at 7:34 am.
Joss Whedon!!! OMG! My favorite. I even saw The Cabin In the Woods and you can definitely see his influence. I wish he had more on tv and writing. I think he is amazing, with his balance of personality and character dimension along with great storylines.
Posted on September 28, 2012 at 12:32 pm.
Wow, I could have written your article…. I’ve done the SAME thing in almost the same order. SO I am not a total crazy pants, maybe.
I now cannot wait to read Lori Austin! I bet she is as wonderful as her alter ego!
I’ve been told when you read all of the books of a singe author it is “glomming” or being a glommer… what is it when you do that with film?
I look forward to the new book!
Posted on September 28, 2012 at 7:06 pm.