tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post171255107007338885..comments2024-03-28T11:25:39.068-04:00Comments on Jungle Red Writers: Debs and the Unexpected EncounterJungle Red Writershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16646429819267618412noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-78283341768650218172014-02-07T20:00:14.712-05:002014-02-07T20:00:14.712-05:00Debs, there is no one like you One thing I love ab...Debs, there is no one like you One thing I love about your writing--is that it is instantly recognizable as you, and only you. Fabulous..Hank Phillippi Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17420701704169428286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-43065072842056047742014-02-07T12:29:35.415-05:002014-02-07T12:29:35.415-05:00Medhi Atias sounds like the kind of competent, una...Medhi Atias sounds like the kind of competent, unassuming person that Duncan would value. Of course, his perfect egg and bacon sandwich won me over. I see much possibility for him as an astute observer that will come in handy in Duncan's investigation. I already trust and am drawn to this character, which speaks to your writing ability to accomplish so much in such a small space. I feel that this unexpected encounter will prove a tasty morsel indeed. <br /><br />I'm so happy to have a glimpse into the upcoming Duncan and Gemma book. And, while you didn't give anything away, Deb, you did allow me to let out the breath I've been holding for so long, worrying over Duncan's fate from the clifffhanger in The Sound of Broken Glass. I have many questions still about Duncan's job status, but at least I know he's still in the game. This excerpt was wonderful, and my eagerness to read To Dwell in Darkness is even more urgent.<br /><br />Denise Ann, I would advise you to run, not walk, to your local libray (or bookstore) and gather all of Deb's Duncan and Gemma books, then start at the beginning and experience the evolving world of these two amazing characters in its well-thought out progression. As someone who came to Deb's series only last year, about this time, I had some of my best reading ever starting at book one and reading straight through. I prefer to come to a series earlier, but the advantage is non-stop reading.Kathy Reelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17004247271452356577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-22975494528947735612014-02-07T12:14:11.063-05:002014-02-07T12:14:11.063-05:00I am a headlight writer for sure; I find out what ...I am a headlight writer for sure; I find out what I think by writing it down. I've had the Doctorow quote taped to my computer for years, to rely on when I my writing is not actually producing any thoughts at all. <br /><br />This is a very nice description of what happens when a character takes on a life of his/her own. Outliner or by the headlights,it's one of the best parts of the writing process. I had one character who was in the book just to be a victim, but turned out so interesting and so entertaining I had to change my plans. Now where the heck did that come from? (???) Trisshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08058396345946250313noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-51051061975823401352014-02-07T11:28:03.149-05:002014-02-07T11:28:03.149-05:00You took me there, and I love it -- the brief exch...You took me there, and I love it -- the brief exchanges, so full of nuance and history!<br /><br />I have only read "Broken Glass" but absolutely loved it. Should I begin at the beginning of the series? (I didn't even realize it was a series -- the book stood alone so well.)<br /><br />Thank you!!<br />Denise Annhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02790883493798517829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-82836065211801003622014-02-07T11:24:31.074-05:002014-02-07T11:24:31.074-05:00Dear Deb,
I love this term: the unexpected encou...Dear Deb, <br /><br />I love this term: the unexpected encounter. It is SO perfect. In THE MAP OF LOST MEMORIES, Clothilde was that encounter. She appeared from nowhere, demanded attention, and in fact, she will be one of the main 3 characters in the sequel.<br /><br />So excited to read this new book, and your latest for the Tucson Festival of Books - we're going to have so much fun!!<br /><br />Best,<br />KimKimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15354719566758459929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-73236161967934451062014-02-07T10:33:41.212-05:002014-02-07T10:33:41.212-05:00Now I've made myself hungry too:-) And homesic...Now I've made myself hungry too:-) And homesick for London... I'll bet I could get a bacon and egg sandwich... Not that we don't make them here in the US, but they're not the same.<br /><br />And now I hope you're wondering what Medhi Atias saw, or heard, or knows...Debhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11519514786198185277noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-45127887395219054182014-02-07T09:40:48.600-05:002014-02-07T09:40:48.600-05:00Hooked! Completely hooked, Debs. Love Medhi Atias....Hooked! Completely hooked, Debs. Love Medhi Atias.<br /><br />Like you I'm a frustrated plotter. But the story (and characters) get away from me. Which usually turns out to be good.<br /><br />And now I'm going to make myself a bacon and egg sandwich. Yum.Hallie Ephronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04759439029582054503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-13437146273786185942014-02-07T09:34:52.334-05:002014-02-07T09:34:52.334-05:00Debs, I call it my AHA moments--when suddenly some...Debs, I call it my AHA moments--when suddenly someone says something they shouldn't and you get chills because you realize something important.<br />You can't plan an AHA moment. It just happens.<br />But as usual this excerpt is FABULOUS and I can't wait to read.Rhysnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-67655328761896140992014-02-07T09:31:37.289-05:002014-02-07T09:31:37.289-05:00Yeah, honestly, I got nothin' of value to add ...Yeah, honestly, I got nothin' of value to add to the discussion. But I am such a huge fan of Deb's work that I couldn't let this excerpt pass without comment. Very tantalizing! I've been uber-busy of late and haven't even made it to this blog every single day -- so grateful I grabbed the few minutes for it today. Even though it makes September feel like such a long way down the road!!!Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08292993485984273172noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-77923077664097180832014-02-07T08:57:50.595-05:002014-02-07T08:57:50.595-05:00I love this excerpt, Deborah, as well as the conce...I love this excerpt, Deborah, as well as the concept you're talking about. <br /><br />YOurheadlights pick up someone in the distance, and as soon as you draw alongside, they jump onto your page and start informing your story.<br /><br />Fabulous!<br /><br />Brenda<br /><br />Brenda Buchananhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14161539130987122737noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-87928830647987162322014-02-07T08:44:50.798-05:002014-02-07T08:44:50.798-05:00I love when minor characters start to become more ...I love when minor characters start to become more important. It makes the book seem so much more real to me.<br /> <br />After all, every friend was once a stranger.Kristopherhttp://www.bolobooks.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-82018573749409684212014-02-07T08:07:00.879-05:002014-02-07T08:07:00.879-05:00This is wonderful Debs--such a treat to get a look...This is wonderful Debs--such a treat to get a look behind the scenes. And yes like you and Edith, I get the unexpected encounter sometimes too. In my case, it's often a real-life person that clamors to be in the book. Then I have to figure out how they can be useful to the story.<br /><br />Can't wait to read this one--thanks for sharing!Lucy Burdette aka Roberta Isleibhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04660402177299546055noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-27487099003769304892014-02-07T07:19:09.113-05:002014-02-07T07:19:09.113-05:00Wonderful scene, Debs. Thanks for sharing it with ...Wonderful scene, Debs. Thanks for sharing it with us. Moroccans definitely know coffee!<br /><br />I LOVE it when the unexpected happens. A couple of days ago a delightful new character made her way into my historical (1888) WIP as my Quaker midwife protag's best friend (where had she been hiding for 30,000 words?): a wiry, petite, blond, happily unmarried postmistress of 35 who rides a horse and lives in a Boston marriage with Sophie. I'm so happy she inserted herself! Edith Maxwellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01388006370860482509noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-946991338161850272014-02-07T07:16:55.095-05:002014-02-07T07:16:55.095-05:00Good stuff, Deborah.
I think it was E.L. Doctorow...Good stuff, Deborah.<br /><br />I think it was E.L. Doctorow who came up with that headlights analogy -- plotting just enough so you can see where you're going, but not the ultimate destination. I don't know about other pantsers, but for me, making it up as I go is the fun of it. I can't imagine enjoying writing as much as I do if I knew everything in advance. Hats off to you.Jack Getzehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09516237388744739669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-46037823106939861502014-02-07T02:20:44.693-05:002014-02-07T02:20:44.693-05:00I knew I was going to like your chicken shop propr...I knew I was going to like your chicken shop proprietor the minute he cooked bacon [and egg] for Duncan’s sandwich. And the “We know coffee where I come from” didn’t hurt, either.<br />It’s always a treat to read a book in which a “convenient” character springs to life as has happened here in this snippet of your book . . . I’m looking forward to discovering how Medhi fits into the story, but it’s going to be tough waiting until September to find out . . . .<br />Joan Emersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06810313925049108163noreply@blogger.com