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Daily Archives: December 30, 2011

Australia!

Ahhh…. The land down under. Who isn’t enchanted by Australia? 
I am. Always have been. Which makes it especially amazing that UNDER THE NEVER SKY is now on Australian bookshelves. I’m only disappointed my book got there before I did. 
I’ve “met” some of you via the nets. Tez, Brodie, Lisa, Kat, Amie and Rebecca (thanks for the photo!) to name just a few. And I have to know: Is there some national coolness test you guys have to pass? Are you a utopia, Australia? I’m beginning to wonder.
If you’ve come by and you’re from Oz as well, please leave a comment and say hello! Or G’ day? (I feel like a poser saying that. Did it sound ok?) I’d love to hear from you! Also, do any of you know Chris Hemsworth? I’m kidding… Sort of… Do you?

To you Aussies, I hope the Australian Never Sky treats you well. Cheers, mates! 
And look at you. You’re beautiful.

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Three Days and Counting…

Next week, my debut novel will be out in the world.

*dramatic pause*

At any given moment, I’ve been alternating between a zen-like attitude and panic. This is the moment of letting go, after two and a half years of brainstorming, researching, writing, revising, revising, revising. Of hoping that it’s good enough and that it entertains and moves people–hopefully many people. I know it will fall short of some reader’s expectations. Not every book hits the right notes with me, either, and that’s okay. We all have our preferences. But I do hope that the majority of those who pick up NEVER SKY find their time with the story time well-spent.

                                                                     …..

Who am I kidding? I hope they love it.

One thing I’m sure about: I love that book. It’s not perfect, but I do love it. And it’s ready for you, World.

Now, onto super fun things:

BLOG TOUR OF AWESOME — The Teen Book Scene is hosting a blog tour for yours truly. I had so much fun with this crew–thanks for having me! Please stop over and visit their blogs. And mega-thanks to Kari, for putting everything together!

BOOK LAUNCH CELEBRATION — Over at the YA Muses, next week is UNDER THE NEVER SKY launch week. Come by for prizes and much merriment! Details here.

FIRST RECORDED SIGHTING IN THE WILD — Check this out… I know that book. I know it really, really well. Excuse me while I pass out for a moment.

Finally, Happy New Year to you! 
I hope 2012 brings you health, happiness and books.
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