Jordan Dane
I went to a booksigning this weekend for Jordan Dane at Murder by the Book in Houston. Two things struck me at this signing. One, even though Jordan and I had never met in person, it was like seeing an old friend. We first met on MySpace, and she's just one of those people I instantly connected with--possibly because we're both a little warped with a slightly macabre sense of humor. Her book, No One Heard Her Scream, is an excellent read and it has a quote from me on the inside. Avon sent me a copy of the book and a thank you card for my participation. How cool and classy is that.The second thing that struck me at this autographing was how much I love independent bookstores. They even have a different smell to them (I think the scent is called Books). Murder by the Book is one of the nation's oldest and largest mystery specialty bookstores, and they've had dozens of the hottest mystery and crime authors pass through their doors--Dick Francis, P. D. James, Sue Grafton, Robert Crais, Michael Connelly, Patricia Cornwell, James Lee Burke, Daniel Silva, the list goes on and on. I love strolling around the store, browsing the isles and just soaking up all that inspiration.
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posted by Amanda at 8:03 AM
6 Comments:
We need to support these wonderful stores. They're a dying breed.
I miss my favorite independent. I wish there was more that could be done to have it back or get more out there. Glad you have yours and you are championing it with your presence and this post.
I, too, enjoy the atmosphere of wonderful independent bookstores such as Murder by the Book, but sadly, finding those treasures is becoming more and more difficult.
And speaking of treasures, I first met Jordan Dane at RWA National in 2005 when we were both Golden Heart Finalists. You're right. She's a warm, wonderful person--and fantastic author. I just finished SCREAM and loved it and can't wait to read her next two books.
~Kathy~
Cameron, you're so right. They really are a dying breed. But Murder by the Book seems to be thriving, knock on wood. Jordan's autographing was well-attended.
Vickie--Murder by the Book isn't all that close to where I live so it's easy to make excuses. But every time I go in, I'm reminded how important these stores are, and it's well worth the effort. Plus, the signing was a lot of fun.
Hi Kathy--Jordan is a real hoot, isn't she? She was exactly the way I knew she would be. So easy to talk to and so much fun. I'm really glad she had a good signing here in Houston.
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