Hey, Jack, thanks for the invitation ... I see we've got a lot of likes in common.
I'm going to find a copy of "Shadow of the Dahlia." Sounds magnificent, all right. And I've never considered hack a derogatory term when used of hardboiled writers. More of a description of the ease with which the words--and the bourbon--flow.
Have you heard about the LA Confidential sequel? Supposedly Crowe, Basinger and Pierce are signed, along with Curtis Hanson. I'm keeping my fingers crossed, but I never hold my breath for Hollywood.
Thanks again for the invite ... I look forward to some drinks together!
I don't know enough about him personally. I just like his early writing, especially his stories. He gets you "in" as an old writing professor of mine used to call it.
A side note about the name of the Baltimore Ravens name. Incidentlally, it was the Baltimore fans's insistence that the name *Browns* and its history remain in Cleveland.
In a fan survey, the fans were given choices of *Bombers* after the WWII manufacture of the B-24 during WWII in Baltimore and *The Americans,* after the penning of the the National Anthem at Fort McHenry, another great tourist site. Someone suggested *Ravens* and it became an overwhelming write-in favorite.
Jack..no I had no idea about the Raven's name but it makes sense! Those pictures were taken on quick tript to Baltimore in preparation for Bouchercon 2008..and it is within walking distance to the hotel and my guess it will be a popular destination for those who have never been there...glad you liked the photos.
Hi! I INSIST on being your friend. Just read a review of your novel, SHADOW OF THE DAHLIA--you sure don't sound like hack to me! Or don't they just call writer's hacks who can write quickly (and good) and don't pretend to suffer from "creative angst?!"
I just ordered ELEMENTS OF STYLE and it's only 8:30 am here in rainy old Yorkshire! I already tried to order SHADOW OF THE DAHLIA -- but will have to wait I understand. That sounds like one good novel to me. EXACTLY what I read and like. I'm new to hardboiled, even though I have always loved it in film. I just finished the Black Dahlia by Ellroy and, frankly, yours sounds more appealing. I got bored with all the boxing stuff in Ellroy's book! I think it's a guy book really.
I've written all my life really, but never actually sent anything in. Geez, I don't have too many years left for rejection. Scary! all the best.
Hi Jack- Thanks for the invite, I really appreciate the welcome ... as soon as I find my feet on Crime Space, I'll drop back again to say hi ... Cheers, Dec - PS ... I have a 'Flick Lit' post about Altman's The Long Goodbye on my blog from last week ... it's a definite Yea, I think it's a wonderful film ...
Hey, with advice like your confessions, it's worth being a friend. I keep going because I amuse myself, I wish it amused others a little better. Thanks for the invite, Sheri
Hi,
I’m looking forward to sharing writing experiences with you.
I have “finished” a mystery novel, still needing some fact checking and editing. My plan is to hire an editor and then put it on a print and demand website such as lulu.com.
Reason: I don’t want the hassle of trying to sell and promote it. Yet don’t want it to land in a drawer, as some kind of hobby product.
Any thoughts? Any suggestions for an editor? Your opinions are welcomed.
(My icon has no meaning; it was the only graphic I had stored in my computer.)
Thanks,
Joan
Oh, Jack, I'm so sorry about the departure of your bird-friend! If it's any consolation, the wild parrots that roost in my hometown's palm trees look magnificently happy, and wild. Sometimes I think that's the way birds are meant to be.
Hi thanks for the invite. I liked your personal details and will look at your story on thrilling detective. I have been so busy with life, kids etc and crime fiction that I have not had time to write - something that I keep itching to do. I love writing critical articles, talking about crime fiction (esp European at the moment) but I should take my writing off the back burner. Youngest child goes off to Australia and New Zealand for a year soon and then I will have time in buckets. I keep going back to Chandler, Hammett, Simenon etc but there is so much good new stuff out now (and lots of rubbish with more gore than I like). Going to the brilliant Old Peculier crime fiction festival in Yorkshire, UK on 19 - 22 July so hope to do lots of networking.
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I am definitely going to find one of your books asap.
I'm going to find a copy of "Shadow of the Dahlia." Sounds magnificent, all right. And I've never considered hack a derogatory term when used of hardboiled writers. More of a description of the ease with which the words--and the bourbon--flow.
Have you heard about the LA Confidential sequel? Supposedly Crowe, Basinger and Pierce are signed, along with Curtis Hanson. I'm keeping my fingers crossed, but I never hold my breath for Hollywood.
Thanks again for the invite ... I look forward to some drinks together!
Kelli
A side note about the name of the Baltimore Ravens name. Incidentlally, it was the Baltimore fans's insistence that the name *Browns* and its history remain in Cleveland.
In a fan survey, the fans were given choices of *Bombers* after the WWII manufacture of the B-24 during WWII in Baltimore and *The Americans,* after the penning of the the National Anthem at Fort McHenry, another great tourist site. Someone suggested *Ravens* and it became an overwhelming write-in favorite.
Jack
Never get upset about grammar in e-mails or on things like crime space. Do the best you can, look it over, but don't obssess.
You were very clear.
Jack
Jim
I just ordered ELEMENTS OF STYLE and it's only 8:30 am here in rainy old Yorkshire! I already tried to order SHADOW OF THE DAHLIA -- but will have to wait I understand. That sounds like one good novel to me. EXACTLY what I read and like. I'm new to hardboiled, even though I have always loved it in film. I just finished the Black Dahlia by Ellroy and, frankly, yours sounds more appealing. I got bored with all the boxing stuff in Ellroy's book! I think it's a guy book really.
I've written all my life really, but never actually sent anything in. Geez, I don't have too many years left for rejection. Scary! all the best.
Thanks for finding me here on Crimespace. I've only just arrived, so am feeling my way around...
Best,
Ken Delete Comment
I’m looking forward to sharing writing experiences with you.
I have “finished” a mystery novel, still needing some fact checking and editing. My plan is to hire an editor and then put it on a print and demand website such as lulu.com.
Reason: I don’t want the hassle of trying to sell and promote it. Yet don’t want it to land in a drawer, as some kind of hobby product.
Any thoughts? Any suggestions for an editor? Your opinions are welcomed.
(My icon has no meaning; it was the only graphic I had stored in my computer.)
Thanks,
Joan
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