Hi Dennis, I'm always amazed that a guy as good as Estleman can labor on in such relative obscurity. Not that he hasn't had a good, solid, long career; but he's a master and I seldom run into anyone else who mentions him. He and I have a mutual friend, so I'm hoping to meet him one of these days.
Did you ever read any Jonathan Valin? He wrote the Harry Stoner series set in Cinncinnati. I think there were six or seven books and then just fell off the map. I've been trying to find out what happened to him, but haven't had any luck.
Glad to see you like Loren Estleman so much, he's one of my favorites, too. In my first book the protagonist is a journalist, after that he joins a corporate investigations firm to give him a better excuse for getting tangled up in some of the stuff he gets tangled up in.
Hey bud---Just got back from Dallas, the RWA conference. Hectic and exhausting, but I got to see many old friends. It was fun, but it's gonna take me some time to catch up with sleep. Glad you are safe and sound in the great north. I'll chat with you later in the week.
>David Morrel, huh? Pretty fast company...I've never read him, will have to do so now.
I've enjoyed him and I actually paid tribute to him indirectly with my second book when I kept the POV with my dying hit man. Morrell did that in First Blood and I never forgot it. I sent him that comment in an email. Funny how things turn in full circle.
>Oh, 2008 is gonna be one hectic SOG---we'll have to meet on the tour trail at some point.
2008 is gonna be KILLER but I love speaking to groups. Would love to meet you somewhere.
>My mother will be very happy, it has been over two years.
Nothing like making Mom happy. Count your blessing, my fine friend.
Had a blast in Dallas at the MWA. My first MWA con. You know what they say--you never forget your first. Got to spend some time with David Morrell too. He's an amazing ambassador for the thriller genre and an inspiration since I've admired his work since his first book--First Blood. Now I can admire the man too.
>I've been asked to contribute to a video on writing
Well, how cool are you? Congratulations, buddy.
Glad to have you back. I'm hitting book#4 hard this next week, trying to get as much done as I can before the end of the year. With all the promo stuff happening in 2008 for my releases, it's gonna be crazy man. I've got to get done early or they'll send me to bed without dessert or force me to eat brussel sprouts.
Top 24 refers to MySpace Top Friends. It's a special spot. Glad you are back. I was just thinking about you yesterday in fact--that I hadn't heard from you in a while. How strange.
Yeah, I hear ya about that movie gig but you never know. We live in OKC area so if that fits your travel plans, write me. We have a couple of guest rooms with your name on it, complete with a monogrammed straight jacket. One size fits all.
If you're ever meandering north thru OK, look me up. My hubby and I always have spare guest rooms. Keeping my fingers crossed on your movie talks. That would be outstanding. Cheers!
Hey bud---I was out of town visiting fam-damily in TX. Just got back. But I've got a short week before I head to Dallas for the MWA annual conference for the SW chapter. I'm a speaker on some panels. What's up with you?
Thanks for pointing me toward Loren Estleman. In addition to his westerns, I've begun picking up some of his crime fiction, too. Can't believe I've missed him all these years.
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Did you ever read any Jonathan Valin? He wrote the Harry Stoner series set in Cinncinnati. I think there were six or seven books and then just fell off the map. I've been trying to find out what happened to him, but haven't had any luck.
This is good. It's always better to get home.
>David Morrel, huh? Pretty fast company...I've never read him, will have to do so now.
I've enjoyed him and I actually paid tribute to him indirectly with my second book when I kept the POV with my dying hit man. Morrell did that in First Blood and I never forgot it. I sent him that comment in an email. Funny how things turn in full circle.
>Oh, 2008 is gonna be one hectic SOG---we'll have to meet on the tour trail at some point.
2008 is gonna be KILLER but I love speaking to groups. Would love to meet you somewhere.
>My mother will be very happy, it has been over two years.
Nothing like making Mom happy. Count your blessing, my fine friend.
Had a blast in Dallas at the MWA. My first MWA con. You know what they say--you never forget your first. Got to spend some time with David Morrell too. He's an amazing ambassador for the thriller genre and an inspiration since I've admired his work since his first book--First Blood. Now I can admire the man too.
>I've been asked to contribute to a video on writing
Well, how cool are you? Congratulations, buddy.
Glad to have you back. I'm hitting book#4 hard this next week, trying to get as much done as I can before the end of the year. With all the promo stuff happening in 2008 for my releases, it's gonna be crazy man. I've got to get done early or they'll send me to bed without dessert or force me to eat brussel sprouts.
C ya
How is your friend and her husband doing?
Thanks for pointing me toward Loren Estleman. In addition to his westerns, I've begun picking up some of his crime fiction, too. Can't believe I've missed him all these years.
I'm gonna check him and her put. Yes, this is cool.
I write for the Oshkosh Northwestern in Oshkosh, Wis.
I made the list, Jordan? It's only 10:30 here---am I allowed a scotch? Mebbe just a teeny-weeny nip...?
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