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January 23, 2004

January 2004

As we write this newsletter the weather in New York is COLD. How to make the best of this weather? Curl up on the couch with a book! Stuck on what to read? We have some ideas.

For those of you just joining us --- our goal with this website is to share with you news about Christian books and authors. Through a mix of reviews, interviews and features, we will keep you in touch with the best of Christian writing.

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Interview: Stephen J. Cannell, author of Vertical Coffin: A Shane Scully Novel

Jan 23, 2004

January 23, 2004

In this interview, Emmy award-winning writer and bestselling novelist Stephen J. Cannell talks about his latest thriller VERTICAL COFFIN, his fourth featuring LAPD Sergeant Shane Scully. He discusses the ongoing conflict that Scully is facing in his professional life and why he decided to create such a strong female character in Scully's wife, Alexa. Cannell also shares with readers his thoughts on what makes a strong novel and who some of his favorite authors are.

Interview: Brad Meltzer, author of The Zero Game

Jan 23, 2004

January 23, 2004

In this interview with Bookreporter.com reviewer Joe Hartlaub, Brad Meltzer discusses some of the dramatic plot lines and compelling characters in his latest thriller THE ZERO GAME. He also talks extensively about his other projects and how he was able to overcome rejection early in his career to become a New York Times bestselling author.

January 23, 2004

Thanks to all of you who answered our poll about what you would like to see in book advertising. We had close to 1,000 respondents in two weeks! We heartily agree with you that we want to see "what the book is about" in the ads. I realize how many books I read just because I saw one of our one-line promos! When I see "tantalizing," "mesmerizing" and "breathtaking" in ads I just bluster. You could be talking about breath mints, Donald Trump's hair on "The Apprentice" or sunsets instead of books. We will be sharing your feedback with publishers and other folks who create these campaigns.

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January 2004

Very belated Happy New Year to all of you.

As we write this newsletter the wind is whipping around and it is freezing cold in New York. Too cold to sled. Too cold to skate. Too cold to do much of anything --- except read.

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January 2004

Very belated Happy New Year to all of you.

As we write this newsletter the wind is whipping around and it is freezing cold in New York. We're sure that you like many other parents can find winter a bit wearing as you try to come up with ideas on what to do with your children inside.

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January 2004

Since this is our first newsletter of 2004, may we start by wishing you a very belated Happy 2004.

As we write this in New York, the wind is howling the temperatures are just frigid. Hope it's warmer wherever you are. Weather like this is just perfect for escaping under the blankets with a book!

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Interview: Joseph Finder, author of Paranoia

Jan 16, 2004

January 16, 2004

In this interview with Bookreporter.com's Suspense/Thriller Author Spotlight team (Carol Fitzgerald, Joe Hartlaub, and Wiley Saichek) Joseph Finder talks about writing PARANOIA, including his research and how he developed the book's major plot twist. He also talks about the pre-publication buzz that surrounded the novel and reveals certain details concerning its conclusion --- so be sure to pay attention to our spoiler alert midway through this interview!

January 16, 2004

Sad news to report today. Olivia Goldsmith, who is best known as the author of THE FIRST WIVES CLUB died yesterday afternoon from complications during plastic surgery. She was one of those authors whose writing made me laugh out loud. The first year we started Bookreporter.com she came to the office one day to work with Jesse on a project. There she made me laugh in person. She was charming, witty and so full of life. In a piece I read today it was said that she had asked upon her death that her organs be donated. I wish she also could have donated her warm sense of humor to someone. She will be missed.

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