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hello !

2011-11-11T20:02:18.810-05:00

hello !

Such a thoughtful and instructive interview. Julie...

2008-07-24T09:39:00.000-05:00

Such a thoughtful and instructive interview. Julie, you're definitely my inspiration for how to write from male POV. You have it nailed.

Yeah, Jamie, I agree. I love hearing about real li...

2008-07-23T22:46:00.000-05:00

Yeah, Jamie, I agree. I love hearing about real life behind the mystique.

Julie--so funny! I could picture you as a pilot, definitely. The tornado, no one would say that unless it had happened. Alligators--well, you live in Florida and have kids. It could happen. Plus, I dont play an instrument, either. They tried to get me to play the flute. But I had to practice. No way.

And I can't sing. AT ALL.

And Dani, I'm howling about the alligators. There's a terrific Eddie Izzard (my fave) routine. It's Noah, putting animals on the ark.

He calls out:
"Two tigers, go. Two rabbits, go. Two dogs, two cats, two chickens. Go. Okay, my sons. What do we have on board so far?"

And Noah's son says: "Two tigers.

(Come back Friday. You won't regret it.)

What a fun interview. I appreciate Julie letting u...

2008-07-23T22:03:00.000-05:00

What a fun interview. I appreciate Julie letting us know that writers don't have to be super-human (though that doesn't hurt), but that eight hours a night can make or break you.

It's common sense advice like that that interests me. Writers--like so many other creative types--often have a mystique surrounding their processes, but Julie just opened the door for us and invited us in to see a regular woman watching through to the playroom keeping an eye on her kids.

Nice book, nice writer, nice interview.

Thank you!

Oops, I meant camaraderie!

2008-07-23T20:15:00.000-05:00

Oops, I meant camaraderie!

Wow, thanks to everyone for the great comments! Ha...

2008-07-23T20:05:00.000-05:00

Wow, thanks to everyone for the great comments! Hank, did the shower help?? LOL!

Roberta, you asked if I ever miss practicing law? Sometimes I do, but the part I miss most is the comraderie among lawyers (now, now, no snickering!). I miss the people. That's why it's been so great to discover the International Thriller Writers. I had no idea when I arrived at Thrillerfest what a wonderful group of people I was about to meet.

Mike, hmm, ignorance and unresolved issues. . . You've given me some food for thought.

As for the movie, a lot of people have said the same thing, but so far Hollywood hasn't come calling! I'll keep my fingers crossed. I think I'd want an unknown to play Jack. . .

Finally, Hank had it right from the beginning. Not only can I NOT play the sax, I can't play ANYTHING. I have zippo musical ability. I can't even hold a tune in the shower (which is why I have that shower radio, to drown out my voice!). I once tried to learn how to play the sax, but my dog started howling (in pain) when I practiced, so I gave it up as soon as I started.
There is an alligator who sits in our driveway, but I confess, it's not a live one. He's very real looking, however, and has fooled many an UPS driver.

Hank, thanks again for inviting me here! It's been a lot of fun and given me the opportunity to "meet" some new faces. You're an angel!

Shoot... is it too late to guess #4? I figure if ...

2008-07-23T19:34:00.000-05:00

Shoot... is it too late to guess #4? I figure if you have an alligator in your driveway, the other pets would be gone by now. Sounds reasonable. :)

Hey Julie--wow! Lots and lots of hits today..thank...

2008-07-23T17:06:00.000-05:00

Hey Julie--wow! Lots and lots of hits today..thanks for visiting.

SO?? Is Kelli right about the tornado? Could you do a sax duet with Bill Clinton?

Terrific interview, Julie! I've got my copy of Tel...

2008-07-23T14:18:00.000-05:00

Terrific interview, Julie! I've got my copy of Tell No Lies from your signing at BEA and can't wait to read it!! (and see a film version ... who's the dream actor for your protagonist?)

Ooh, and those quiz questions are tough ... I'm guessing the tornado. :)

Julie

Great idea and exciting book!! I love...

2008-07-23T13:54:00.000-05:00

Julie

Great idea and exciting book!! I love it when there is a powerful dynamic conflict. That definitely got my attention. I went over to your site and read the opening just to get a feel for the pacing.

It's almost like the protagonist is going a long one day, and ... boom things start to happen that press on any weak points he's ever had.

Definitely movie material.

Hank

Great interview!

It really points out how a single scene or concept can drive story development. The intensity of one poignant idea when woven into real life can produce a striking story.

And, my final comment in regard to Julie's comment:"I believe most people are good -- even those who do "bad" things"

People do "bad" things out of ignorance and unresolved issues...

I'm sure Roberta would have a field day with that statement.

Mike

Hi Julie,
I'm intrigued both by writing from th...

2008-07-23T13:39:00.000-05:00

Hi Julie,
I'm intrigued both by writing from the male point of view (I grew up with three older brothers!) and by your twist ending.
And the comparison to Presumed Innocent (my favorite mystery ever) makes me want to run out immediately and buy your book.
Welcome to Jungle Red!

hi Julie, welcome to Jungle Red! I'm going to ask ...

2008-07-23T12:21:00.000-05:00

hi Julie, welcome to Jungle Red! I'm going to ask the question people always ask me when they hear I'm a clinical psychologist who no longer practices: do you miss practicing law? Any plans to go back?

sounds like a terrific book--I can't wait to read it! Roberta

Hey Matt...I'm still bummed I never got you to sig...

2008-07-23T10:05:00.000-05:00

Hey Matt...I'm still bummed I never got you to sign ILLUMINATED for me at Thrillerfest. It looks terrific. And is there a new one coming out?

As for you, Allison. See you in San Francisco next week--and whoa. The RITAs. Very exciting.

I'm at my desk right now, trying to write, hoping for an idea. Maybe--I should just go take a shower...

Great interview, Julie and Hank! Fabulous to meet ...

2008-07-23T09:39:00.000-05:00

Great interview, Julie and Hank! Fabulous to meet you (both!) at Thrillerfest. I love how you came up with your ideas, Julie. It often works the same for me. I have no idea what I'm doing, then bam! something clicks. I still don't know what I'm doing, but at least there's a story buried somewhere . . . .

What a great interview! Can't wait to discover th...

2008-07-23T09:29:00.000-05:00

What a great interview! Can't wait to discover the twist ending! Sounds like a book that would make a perfect movie too...

Comments on Jungle Red Writers: ON SURPRISE ENDINGS

hello !

Such a thoughtful and instructive interview. Julie...

Yeah, Jamie, I agree. I love hearing about real li...

What a fun interview. I appreciate Julie letting u...

Oops, I meant camaraderie!

Wow, thanks to everyone for the great comments! Ha...

Shoot... is it too late to guess #4? I figure if ...

Hey Julie--wow! Lots and lots of hits today..thank...

Terrific interview, Julie! I've got my copy of Tel...

JulieGreat idea and exciting book!! I love...

Hi Julie,I'm intrigued both by writing from th...

hi Julie, welcome to Jungle Red! I'm going to ask ...

Hey Matt...I'm still bummed I never got you to sig...

Great interview, Julie and Hank! Fabulous to meet ...

What a great interview! Can't wait to discover th...

Julie

Great idea and exciting book!! I love...

Hi Julie,
I'm intrigued both by writing from th...