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Accomplices in Literature Top from left to right: Terry Quinn-A Death in Brooklyn, Mad For NewYorkTown, The Great Bridge Conspiracy, and Bunny and Volodnya. Terry was one of my first friends when I came to live in New York. He is probably the most generous (both to writers and friends) person I have ever encountered. Of course, that might have something to do with Jane... Fran Dorf- Saving Elijah, Reasonable Madness, and Flight. Fran is the most fearless writer (and maybe person) I’ve ever encountered. She has the kind of courage that wins awards—but don’t tell her I said that. Donald Friedman- The Hand Before the Eye. Don’t miss this book, especially if you’ve ever been sued. Seriously, Don may only write three or four novels in his life, but my bet is they’ll all be great. David Belden- Children of Arable, To Warm the Earth. God, I wish I could work as hard and well as David. Hell, I wish I had a British accent, too. Karen Daniels- Dancing Suns and Mentor’s Lair. Reader quiz: What’s the difference between a zaddack and a zygote? Ask Karen, then duck. Mart Baldwin- To Kill the Benefactor, Over the Edge, Drifting the River, and Busy Day in Loafer’s Glory. I’ve never understood how such a congenial guy could bump off so many people in such a small town. But Mart’s waters run deep, especially when he’s “drifting the river.” Ha! Teal Hutton has helped to transform Vivisphere Publishing with her natural talent and keen editorial eye. Watch for a lot of exciting surprises in 2002. Patrick Murphy- Drowning in Hot Water. Patrick is a hero, the fact that he can also write up a storm makes it just that much worse... and better. Katherine Dieter-Mattie & Frank. Katherine is brilliant. If you haven’t read this book, don’t talk to me until you do. Peter Lord Wolff is not just a great friend, he might be the most creative storyteller I know... (even after he’s stopped drinking!). The Silence in Heaven is his first book (and the first in an amazing trilogy) about the angels’ fall from heaven and their time on earth. (Ever wonder how vampires came to be?) He’s currently working on Book II, and if Edith would take the keys away from Tashum, we’d get to read it a lot sooner. If you ever meet him, ask about the house with all the ghosts. Heh heh heh. Stanley Cohen- Taking Gary Feldman, Angel Face, 330 Park, and The Diane Game. Don’t ask Stanley about hitch hiking—it’s such a long story. Jeff Schneider- The Fix. If Jeff had a jumpshot, he might not have written this book. The NBA’s loss is our gain. Margaret Doner- Infinite Darkness Infinite Light and The Wellness Center’s Spa at Home. I can’t think of anyone I’d rather share a past life with. Except maybe someone who could teach me grammar. Richard Harteis- Marathon, Provence, and Sapphire Dawn. Richard can do it all... and regularly does. (I couldn’t resist.) George O'Har-Psychic Fair. George knows too much about me for me to be cute. But if you’re considering using a Ouija board, you might want to consult him first. Jeanne Marie Antoinette- Circle of Tears. Want to know the truth? And not just about Elian Gonzalez—anything—Jeanne knows more than she’ll ever tell. Rennie Browne- Self-Editing for Fiction Writers. A brilliant girl in an editor’s body. Renni’s the only person I know who had the “E” from the end of her first name travel to the end of her last name. If you’re writing a book, you better read this book. Hell, read it even if you’re just writing a letter. Kevin Robinson- Mall Rats, Split Seconds, and A Matter of Perspective. Kevin is the hottest artist on two wheels. He writes great books, he plays and composes amazing music. And he’s nice. It sucks knowing all these talented people. If you’re ever lucky enough to meet Mary Fitzgerald, ask her this simple question: “What would the Buddha do?” Michael Porel- Tender Touch of Evil. Want to get revenge on Hollywood? Kill off your psuedo-producer. Michael knew Elvis. Whether Elvis knew Michael is the real mystery. Carol Adrienne- Find Your Purpose, Change Your Life, The Purpose of Your Life, Experiential Guide Your Child's Destiny : A Numerology Guide for Parents. Carol deserves the huge following she has gathered over the years. A good heart doing good work. It don’t get no better than that. Stefan Bolz, is working on his first novel, a memoir of his home country, Germany. Think of a word that begins with B. Then think of a word that starts with C. Heh, heh, heh. Kris Scuccimarra-The Loon Box and Kris is working on his first novel, Blue Bird. If he would stay off the pavement maybe we’d get to read this dang book. Liz Lesiak-Mother’s Blood. Liz just went and did it. Michelle Collotta has just finished her first novel. It’s an amazing moment when a wonderful poet writes their first book (like Kris Scuccimarra). The early draft is already an exquisite combination of wonderful prose and shocking reality. It’s an amazing moment when talent and promise collide to manifest a great book. Anna Maria Pellegrino’s- Diary of a Rapist is one of the most amazing, literate, and frighteningly real books I’ve ever encountered. For anyone who’s ever wondered how the mind of a rapist works, Pellegrino (a psychologist from Italy) shows the truth clearly. Perry Bales-Last Man to Kill, No Man Canyon, and Second Fastest Gun. Perry’s cool because he’s written great westerns when the only horses people see nowadays are on merry-go-rounds... well, and at race tracks. Jay Cookingham is the visual genius behind the classy covers that grace the books at Vivisphere Publishing. There is a rumor that each time he completes a great cover he loses another patch of hair. Carol Tanzman’s first book, The Shadow Place, a YA (young adult) novel, will be published in the Fall of 2002 by Roaring Brook Press, the new fiction imprint of Millbbrook Press. Don’t be surprised when, over the next few years, Tanzman becomes a well-known figure in YA publishing. She has three more books in the cooker, and all of them are good. (Inquiring minds want to know!) Joseph Viertel is a classic novelist with the story-telling savvy of a Harold Robbins, mixed with the complexity of Arthur Haily. His previously published novels, To Love and Corrupt, The Last Temptation, Monkey On A String, and a new novel due out in 2002, Waltzing. John Paul Lewis, (yes, his grandfather was named Sinclair), continues the family tradition with his first novel, Buffalo Gordon, an exciting post- Civil War tale of a powerful African American sergeant who takes his troops west. John Paul is a great friend and has worked hard on his craft, recognizing that every paragraph would be scrutinized by his famous ancestor’s reputation. It took great courage to write this book, but he has that in spades. Hell, writing a book is easy compared to raising a baby at his age... Jacques Condor’s The Condor Tales is an amazing literary and cultural document. Jacques has been collecting Native American tales for the past several decades, and his “Tales” are myths that will raise the hair on your neck and entertain at the same time. David Reed-The President’s Weekend. David has written faithfully and artfully, and the result is a sexy, historical romp at one of the coolest locales in the country: Mohonk Mountain Resort. (I never got a dinner!) Chris Thurtle has done a yeoman’s job in creating a website for Vivisphere authors that is the envy of the industry. A musician as well as an accomplished webmaster, don’t be surprised if he emerges from his den with a score in hand that blows the lid off the fantasy market. Ron Garber is the publishing genius behind Squeeze Books. He is also the main squeeze of author Karen Daniels. I wonder what musical instrument he plays. (I dare not say it). Vivian Allison-Footprints of the Garden Snake. The greatest candy maker and friend a writer could have, she has written a book that makes me laugh every time I think of it. Judith Searle is one of those rare multi-talented artists who is as comfortable on the stage as she is on the page. An author, editor and lecturer, her books include: The Literary Enneagram : Characters from the Inside Out , Getting the Part : Thirty-Three Professional Casting Directors Tell You How to Get Work in Theater, Films, Commercials, and TV, and Lovelife : A Novel. Other Authors not pictured: Dirck Van Sickle (married to that wonderful literary film agent, Evva Pryor)-Montana Gothic. A cult classic from a man whose writing, I believe, will be honored for decades to come. Sarah Haffner-The Elements of Style. There is no writer and certainly no woman like Sarah. Howard Shank-Jack and Charlie Book I and Jack and Charlie Book II. One of the nicest men in America has created two of the most charming characters the world of detectives has ever seen. (Where’s my Scrabble Board, Howard?) Lia Skidmore-Gold Marilyn. Anyone who loves the world of art will absolutely adore this book... and Lia. Oh, to have half her taste and style. Elise d’Haene- Licking Our Wounds. I don’t think there’s ever been a more provocative, funny, and human book ever written. (Well, maybe one or two, but no more than that). Ann Brandt-Crowfoot Ridge. Ann did it the hard way, but she faithfully wrote a real book and the reward? The reviewers universally throught it was wonderful. Seth Margolis-Perfect Angel and Losing Isaiah. Both these books are out of print, which just goes to prove how screwed up publishing is to let someone like Seth fall through through their fingers. Sol Stein-The Magician, Stein on Writing and How To Grow A Novel. Sol is not only one of the greatest teachers of writers, he was one of the best publishers... and has the uncanny ability to write well-crafted, intense novels that stick to you like brambles on a mohair sweater. Support the Artists Where authors and readers come together! Love Poetry ?