Reading all the books ? - CrimeSpace2024-03-28T08:40:27Zhttp://crimespace.ning.com/forum/topics/537324:Topic:59959?commentId=537324%3AComment%3A96758&feed=yes&xn_auth=noIt can be fun either way. I'v…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-11-29:537324:Comment:985842007-11-29T02:21:20.664ZDana Kinghttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/DanaKing
It can be fun either way. I've read most of Robert B. Parker's Spenser books, in essentially random order. It was fun to read some of them and realize, "This is the book where Hawk (Vinnie, Chollo, Rita Fiore) first appears," or, "this is the problem with Susan they sometimes talk about.." I did the same thing with Robert Crais' Elvis Cole stories, and it didn't detract from my enjoyment in the least. On the other hand, I read Dennis Lehane's Kenzie/Gennaro series in order, and it was cool to…
It can be fun either way. I've read most of Robert B. Parker's Spenser books, in essentially random order. It was fun to read some of them and realize, "This is the book where Hawk (Vinnie, Chollo, Rita Fiore) first appears," or, "this is the problem with Susan they sometimes talk about.." I did the same thing with Robert Crais' Elvis Cole stories, and it didn't detract from my enjoyment in the least. On the other hand, I read Dennis Lehane's Kenzie/Gennaro series in order, and it was cool to watch them grow as the books progressed.<br />
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So I guess I come down firmly and squarely on both sides. You can find a complete list…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-11-29:537324:Comment:985562007-11-29T01:38:34.373ZCarola Dunnhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/CarolaDunn
You can find a complete list of the mysteries on my website: <a href="http://www.geocities.com/CarolaDunn/DaisyDalrymplemysteries">www.geocities.com/CarolaDunn/DaisyDalrymplemysteries</a> (at least I'm pretty sure that's right! If not, just do the first half and click on the mystery link.)<br />
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The last 5-6 hardcovers have terrific art, since my editor found an artist we both really like. I get to see them in time to request changes, which helps. The earlier covers vary--some are a bit peculiar.…
You can find a complete list of the mysteries on my website: <a href="http://www.geocities.com/CarolaDunn/DaisyDalrymplemysteries">www.geocities.com/CarolaDunn/DaisyDalrymplemysteries</a> (at least I'm pretty sure that's right! If not, just do the first half and click on the mystery link.)<br />
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The last 5-6 hardcovers have terrific art, since my editor found an artist we both really like. I get to see them in time to request changes, which helps. The earlier covers vary--some are a bit peculiar. All the paperbacks are pretty good. They're a different publisher, who, incidentally, didn't start with the series until 7 were out in hc. As a result they were putting out 3 pbs a year until they caught up. And then readers were wondering why they had to wait for the next in the series!<br />
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I'm attaching my favourite hc and pb covers. Don't know how this works--so we shall see. FYI, Margot, in case you miss…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-11-28:537324:Comment:984222007-11-28T21:40:45.650ZCarola Dunnhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/CarolaDunn
FYI, Margot, in case you missed the first book in my series (Death at Wentwater Court) it's now available in large print. And if you have any other titles missing that are now out of print, I have copies available of most. I like to see a librarian who's serious about getting hold of complete series ;-)
FYI, Margot, in case you missed the first book in my series (Death at Wentwater Court) it's now available in large print. And if you have any other titles missing that are now out of print, I have copies available of most. I like to see a librarian who's serious about getting hold of complete series ;-) We have no indies, and I hate…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-11-24:537324:Comment:967582007-11-24T20:50:28.683ZI. J. Parkerhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/Ingpark
We have no indies, and I hate both B&N and Borders. I buy from amazon.
We have no indies, and I hate both B&N and Borders. I buy from amazon. I agree that it's a treat to…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-11-24:537324:Comment:966432007-11-24T15:16:21.385Zterry bowmanhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/foolesgold
I agree that it's a treat to own the books of your favorite authors. One of the reasons I attended the Killer Nashville mystery writers conference (a great experience that I'd recommend for all of you) in the summer was because of the guest of honor, Michael Connelly. I was speaking more to the finding of new (to you) authors. It's a lot easier to find the 3rd in a series of 12 at the library than it is at a bookstore.<br />
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If you insist on buying, both Amazon and Barnes have reciprocal deals with…
I agree that it's a treat to own the books of your favorite authors. One of the reasons I attended the Killer Nashville mystery writers conference (a great experience that I'd recommend for all of you) in the summer was because of the guest of honor, Michael Connelly. I was speaking more to the finding of new (to you) authors. It's a lot easier to find the 3rd in a series of 12 at the library than it is at a bookstore.<br />
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If you insist on buying, both Amazon and Barnes have reciprocal deals with hundreds of Indie bookstores and you can find almost any book by searching on their web sites. I've never failed to find an out of print book by searching these websites.<br />
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On that note, where do you buy your books? It's interesting to me to see the prevalence of New, Used, Hardback, Trade, Mass Market, et al. I for one hate mass market paperbacks. I refuse to buy them unless it's a very short book. I do find that books under 200 pages make a tiny, and somewhat elegant paperback. I'd also prefer to buy one signed hardback by an author I love, than five books at the same price that I'm indifferent about. I think I'm <i>tetched in da head.</i> Yes, there is an interlibrary…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-11-24:537324:Comment:966292007-11-24T15:00:25.743ZI. J. Parkerhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/Ingpark
Yes, there is an interlibrary loan system. I also use the library, but I like to buy books by authors I particularly admire. I think most writers hope that their readers feel the same way. I have had any number of desperate e-mails from readers who were frustrated that HELL SCREEN has (temporarily) gone out of print.
Yes, there is an interlibrary loan system. I also use the library, but I like to buy books by authors I particularly admire. I think most writers hope that their readers feel the same way. I have had any number of desperate e-mails from readers who were frustrated that HELL SCREEN has (temporarily) gone out of print. Fortunately, here in Columbus…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-11-24:537324:Comment:965402007-11-24T00:28:22.045Zterry bowmanhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/foolesgold
Fortunately, here in Columbus OH we have one of the best library systems in the country. I search for the specific book I want online, reserve it and have it shipped to my closest branch. As much as I read, I have to budget myself, I can't buy every one. I do try to read most in order.
Fortunately, here in Columbus OH we have one of the best library systems in the country. I search for the specific book I want online, reserve it and have it shipped to my closest branch. As much as I read, I have to budget myself, I can't buy every one. I do try to read most in order. I'm not particularly bothered…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-11-23:537324:Comment:964992007-11-23T20:39:08.028ZLaura Roothttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/mallard
I'm not particularly bothered about reading series out of order - particularly as I like reading authors in translation, and it often seems to be a lottery which titles are even translated, let alone in which order. It tends to be a title or synopsis or review which grabs me, so even in a bookstore with a choice including first in a series, I would go for whichever appealed most, rather than purchasing the first.
I'm not particularly bothered about reading series out of order - particularly as I like reading authors in translation, and it often seems to be a lottery which titles are even translated, let alone in which order. It tends to be a title or synopsis or review which grabs me, so even in a bookstore with a choice including first in a series, I would go for whichever appealed most, rather than purchasing the first. We have no control over keepi…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-11-22:537324:Comment:962072007-11-22T21:54:35.931ZI. J. Parkerhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/Ingpark
We have no control over keeping our books available. For that matter, we can't even control the big book store chains carrying anything but the latest one. And, yes, I care very much. I have to deal with all those e-mails.<br />
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But even more important is that readers forget quickly. If the next book is not available until a year or more after the last one, you have lost readers. For a beginning author this is particularly deadly.
We have no control over keeping our books available. For that matter, we can't even control the big book store chains carrying anything but the latest one. And, yes, I care very much. I have to deal with all those e-mails.<br />
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But even more important is that readers forget quickly. If the next book is not available until a year or more after the last one, you have lost readers. For a beginning author this is particularly deadly. What publishers publish often…tag:crimespace.ning.com,2007-11-22:537324:Comment:962052007-11-22T21:50:08.421ZI. J. Parkerhttp://crimespace.ning.com/profile/Ingpark
What publishers publish often makes no sense. I have run into problems of having books published out of sequence both in the United States and in Germany.
What publishers publish often makes no sense. I have run into problems of having books published out of sequence both in the United States and in Germany.