Happy Monday! With Bad Moon Rising, it’s been more than a minute since we’ve caught up. So let’s get started.
This past Friday and Saturday, a friend and I attended Yallfest in Charleston, SC. We really lucked out with the weather considering they caught remnants of Nicole – the rain held off (other than a few sprinkles) Friday, and Saturday was beautiful. I’d hoped to get five books signed, but settled for four. Maggie Stiefvater’s line went on for days, and if I’d waited I’d have missed three other authors. I met her at another bookfest in Nashville several years ago and got a signed copy then, so I figured it was a fair tradeoff. She was only scheduled to sign for one hour, but she stayed until she had to leave for a panel and wound up signing for over two hours (her poor hands). Since I skipped her line, I got signed books from TJ Klune (an absolute delight – he loves talking to readers), Gina Chen (her morally ambiguous main characters made me ridicuously happy), and Neal Shusterman (his Arc of a Scythe series blew me away). On Friday I got a signed copy of Children of Ragnarok by Cinda Williams Chima. We attended a couple of the same writing retreats before the pandemic, and it was nice to see her again.
I left mid seventies weather to come home (a 6:20 am flight) to below freezing temps in KY on Sunday. Hubby was also out of town, so no one was there to turn on the heat – the house was fifty degrees. Brrr! I turned on both the heat and the gas fireplace, and Bond immediately curled up under a blanket with me.
Who’s watching Interview with the Vampire? I was ecstatic when I learned AMC was making a series and was so nervous about the casting. I shouldn’t have been. Sam Reid (where’s this guy been hiding?) and Jacob Anderson (loved him in Game of Thrones) have mesmerized me, and the adaptation is outstanding.
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Sounds like a fun event. I love meeting authors I enjoy and getting books signed.
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We had a blast, Darlene. The panels were interesting, tons of readers, authors from a wide range of genres within YA – a fun way to spend a couple day.
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This sounds exciting! 😀
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I’ll never complain about a weekend in Charleston surrounded by books and bookish people, Kymber!
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I forgot Interview with a Vampire was coming to TV. I was happy to watch Yellowstone and Tulsa King last night.
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I noticed Yellowstone was on about seven different channels! I recorded it (hubby is out of town and we watch it together). Tulsa King is also on our list. Keep your fingers crossed we don’t curse this one, Staci.
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I know, right? I always think of you when I start a new show. lol
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OMG I would love talking with TJ Klune! And yes lines can be ridiculous! That was the same for Cassandra Clare and Alice Oseman at YALC in July!
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Cassandra Clare was there (I saw her on a panel), but I didn’t even attempt her line. Klune was wonderful. His lines were also long, but I happened to be around when he started signing an hour early to try and get everyone in.
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That sounds fun event and looks like you had great time.
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We sure did, Yesha. I’ll be anxious to see who’s on the schedule for next year!
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Glad you had a great time, Teri. But that’s dreadful about the weather change from one location to the next. Brrrr!
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Bond was quite happy to snuggle down in the blanket, Mae, lol. He barely left my side all day. He doesn’t like it when his people are gone.
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Aww, I just love a snuggly cat!
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Oh, how fun to meet the authors and get the books signed. Some great reads there. And thanks for the thumbs up on Interview with a Vampire. I wasn’t sure, but now I’ll give it a try. Have a great week and Happy Reading.
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Always a good time, Diana. I don’t know how much faith you put in Rotten Tomatoes, but even they like Interview. I have a pretty good feeling you’ll enjoy it as much as I do. Let me know what you think.
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I loved the original movie, so I was hesitant. I’ll definitely watch it now.
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So glad you had a good time! I’d love to meet TJ Klune, the man’s a genius!
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I got Cerulean Sea signed, but told him how Nick and Seth (The Extraordinaries) had stolen my heart. Also mentioned how Nick’s dad was one of the best parent characters I’d come across in YA (Dad Squad and dental dams!).
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Omg I adore The Extraordinaires ❤️
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I thought I remembered you reviewing the last book in the series. So far, I’ve loved every book of his I’ve read.
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Me too! Have you read The Lightning-Struck Heart (it’s just crazy!!!) and Wolfsong?
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I haven’t read either of those, but there sure were some Wolfsong fans at the book festival. Hope I can get around to reading them.
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Wolfsong is a totally different vibe but still so good!
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It sounds like you had a great trip, but what a chilling shock coming home to a cold house. Brr!
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It wasn’t fun, but it sure put me in the mood to get under a blanket and curl up with a book, Priscilla!
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Fifty degrees? LOL. That almost sounds pretty good! I prefer the house at 68, whereas Charlie would like it closer to 75. (ug) So, 70 it is. Have you seen Cabinet of Curiosities yet? Curious what your thoughts are.
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During the winter I keep it set on 68, so you and I would get along just fine, Sue. I put Cabinet of Curiosities in the queue, but haven’t started it yet. Just finished binging The Crown.
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Supposedly, he just got green lit to do a Season Two.
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That’s encouraging. Maybe I’ll start it tonight.
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OH wow, that sounds like a fun bookfest! I’ve never been to one but would like to some day.
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That was probably the most crowded one I’ve been to, Wendy. They’re tons of fun, and watching the authors and learning more about them on the panels is also interesting. Also inspirational if you’re a writer. Hope you can get to one sometime!
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I’m so glad you had a good getaway, Teri. You were way past due for good weather and a good time. It sounds fantastic. Wow — signed books! I’m geeking-out. Thanks for your feedback on Interview with the Vampire. I was wondering. Hugs on the wing.
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And I’d also just gotten out of Covid quarantine (for the second time), Teagan, so I was more than ready for a getaway. Hugs to you and Crystal!
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Ooo…I didn’t realize Interview with a Vampire was out. I know what I’ll be watching as soon as I get the chance. If I didn’t have an appointment today, I definitely be parked in front of the tv. Y’all Fest sounds wonderful. So many signed books and by outstanding authors!
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I think the season finale was this past Sunday? Saying I’ve enjoyed it is an understatement, Tessa. These actors did an outstanding job.
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Sounds like a wonderful event.
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I thought about taking an extra suitcase just for my books, but I restrained myself, lol.
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Hi Teri, what a fun event. Did you have an author table yourself? I am glad we are in spring and winter is a long way off.
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I was there as a reader, Robbie, getting books signed by several of my favorite authors. I think last weekend was the last of warm temps I’ll be seeing for a while. It’s in the 20s this morning.
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HI Teri, I am glad you got the signature you wanted, well, most of them anyway. Winter seems to have arrived in the USA.
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Sounds like a fun event. I’m sure Bond was very glad of your warmth when you got home. 😉
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Bond is never happy when his people are gone, but he also knows we leave him extra food until our friend comes to feed him the while we’re away. Once he sees the suitcases out, he’s ready for the extra helpings, lol.
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