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Five Things on a Rainy Friday

  • Jul. 17th, 2009 at 6:18 PM
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1) I've been eating really badly lately. Cereal is fine for breakfast, but I must remember that eating three bowls of it in one day isn't a substitute for other meals. Nor can I count my new discovery: apple & sultana muffins from Pret. Occasionally, yes. Every day? Um... just check out the calorie and fat content. *feels guilty*

2) Finally made an appointment with my doctor re. migraines. Now the challenge will be to see if I actually stick to it, especially as it's not until later next week...

3) I'm very sad to see that Borders on Oxford Street is closing down due to the recession. I chatted with one of the staff members and, of course, not all of them will be given jobs in other branches. There's a '50% off everything' sale and the queues were mind-boggling. I bought one thing, but did my best to resist further temptation. I find it hard to believe I've never read any of The Spiderwick Chronicles.

4) I have a busy weekend lined up, but hope to get a big chunk of my revisions done. I don't think I'll finish, but if I can get within a few chapters from the end I'll be happy.

5) And finally, I have to point out the first 'official' review I've seen of THE ETERNAL KISS. Very happy to see that it's by someone that I don't know well beyond occasionally reading her posts on LJ. I mean, when your mum tells you that she thinks your story is good, you have to take it with a pinch of salt... Heh. But seriously, not only did the whole anthology get the thumbs up from [info]janicu, she said nice things about 'Falling to Ash' and I'm very grateful. And just a tiny bit relieved. ;) I hope that one day I get to share more of Moth's tales, whether in THE IRON WITCH (currently on submission - she's a supporting character) or with BEAUTIFUL GHOSTS - her very own novel, which I'm now revising before sending to Agent M).
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(Anonymous) wrote:
Jul. 17th, 2009 07:19 pm (UTC)
cereal all day
Just call it the Special-K diet and your good to eat as many bowls a day as you want!


Ari Thatcher
[info]kaz_mahoney wrote:
Jul. 18th, 2009 07:01 pm (UTC)
Re: cereal all day
Heh. Thanks Ari, that's a great suggestion! ;)
[info]chant_1 wrote:
Jul. 17th, 2009 07:35 pm (UTC)
Pls. keep your dr. appointment! Love, Mom

Kidding. But srsly, there are so many new treatments out there for migraine, it's crazy to suffer if you don't have to. (Speaking as one who's been there!!)

Also, excellent review - you were one of her faves! YAY, Kaz!!
[info]kaz_mahoney wrote:
Jul. 18th, 2009 07:02 pm (UTC)
Thanks, Mom. *g*

Huzzah!! It was the first mention, so it's special. I promise to shut up about it now... heh.
[info]mardelwanda wrote:
Jul. 17th, 2009 10:52 pm (UTC)
Weird ins't it. Ever since summer started, all I want to eat is Frosted Shredded miniwheats. and not the main brand either, no, I like the off brands because they have a toastier taste. I want it for breakfast, lunch, and snack. I can hardly eat dinner anymore, micro servings. I might have lost some weight if could have got myself to MOVE AROUND this summer, but I just lay around and read books.

I agree with chant_1...go to the doctor. But becareful with the meds, some of them have worse side effects than you need. But being pain-free is so nice.

Congratulations on your review. I thought the book wasn't out til next week.....going off to hunt for Eternal Kiss now.
[info]kaz_mahoney wrote:
Jul. 18th, 2009 07:03 pm (UTC)
I like these things that are like mini shredded wheat things, but they have raisins inside. Mmmmm.... :)

I think the reviewer had an advanced copy. Official release date is 27th July, although I hear some copies have started shipping early.
[info]kelseycan wrote:
Jul. 18th, 2009 02:15 am (UTC)
YAY on your review! Very official when it comes from an honest place--she hadn't even placed you as an LJ friend--cool! WOOT!!!!!
[info]kaz_mahoney wrote:
Jul. 18th, 2009 07:04 pm (UTC)
Thank you!!!! :D

And it's so lovely to have you back, luv.
[info]brigidsblest wrote:
Jul. 18th, 2009 06:14 am (UTC)
I picked up a copy of The Eternal Kiss at ALA this week. I'm looking forward to reading it soon (I got over 250 books there, after all!).
[info]kaz_mahoney wrote:
Jul. 18th, 2009 07:04 pm (UTC)
LOL!! 250?! O.o Lucky girl. :)

Enjoy them all. And I hope you like the whole anthology.
[info]esssjay wrote:
Jul. 18th, 2009 10:46 am (UTC)
It's a great review - Eternal Kiss is going to lead to excellent things :) congratulations!!! It's on my wish list on Amazon, I think they're saying 6th August for release so not long.
[info]kaz_mahoney wrote:
Jul. 18th, 2009 07:05 pm (UTC)
I really hope so. *crosses fingers*

Yes, release dates seem to vary - it's strange...

Anyway, I hope you don't have to wait too long - there are some great stories. I LOVE Holly Black's story. :)

p.s. You're not far from London, right? We should meet up for coffee one day. Talk books...
[info]esssjay wrote:
Jul. 18th, 2009 08:26 pm (UTC)
There's some great authors in there - I love Holly Black, but I'm embarrased to say I've yet to read any Rachel Caine so it'll give me a chance to try something new to me.

I'm in the 'burbs, only about 30+ mins from London so we should definitely try and meet up one of these days :)
[info]naomi_jay wrote:
Jul. 18th, 2009 01:47 pm (UTC)
Congratulations on the review! It's so exciting to see them, isn't it? :)
[info]kaz_mahoney wrote:
Jul. 18th, 2009 07:05 pm (UTC)
Thanks - it was so cool! I really did get excited. Heh. :)
[info]unpissenlit wrote:
Jul. 19th, 2009 12:42 pm (UTC)
Wow. I don't know if I'd have the restraint to buy one item at a 50% off book sale...actually, I'm pretty sure I wouldn't. :D
[info]kaz_mahoney wrote:
Jul. 20th, 2009 11:30 pm (UTC)
Heh. I know what you mean, I'm pretty surprised at myself... :)
[info]reneesweet wrote:
Jul. 20th, 2009 12:07 am (UTC)
Re: #1 - Cereal is perfectly appropriate for 3 meals a day. I do that sometimes. :)

Re: #2 - YAY finally. You will not skip. You will go. And get better! So sez me.

Re: #5 - Great job on your first official review!!! EEEEEEEE!
[info]kaz_mahoney wrote:
Jul. 20th, 2009 11:30 pm (UTC)
Re. #2 Yeah, I really am going. Especially after yesterday. *sigh*

*hugs*

p.s. I shouldn't be here - couldn't sleep.
[info]deebles08 wrote:
Jul. 20th, 2009 06:49 am (UTC)
when we get some reviews ill pass them along :)
[info]kaz_mahoney wrote:
Jul. 20th, 2009 11:31 pm (UTC)
Ooh, thanks!! :)

p.s. My copies of TEK are shipping. Should have them soon! (Which of course means *you'll* have your own copy soon, too)
[info]deebles08 wrote:
Jul. 21st, 2009 04:43 am (UTC)
let me know if you need/ want any more!
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