What I've watched recently: French Kiss, Harry Potter, The Untouchables, Miller's Crossing, Dreamer, Pride and Prejudice, Parent Trap, Indian in the Cupboard.
If you haven't seen The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada, you must. It's a wonderful dark comedy. Also Little Miss Sunshine is fantastic - loved it.
Television
The Daily Show and The Colbert Report. A few reality TV shows like Project Runway and Hell's Kitchen. Friday Night Lights, and yes, I'm one of those dorks who sometimes watches C-Span for fun.
Strong, smart teenagers who overcome problems and make something great of themselves. Also, my friend Eva, who made my WAKE banner. How do you people DO that??
I’m the NYT bestselling author of a YA paranormal WAKE trilogy with Simon & Schuster (Simon Pulse) -- WAKE, FADE, and GONE (coming spring 2010). The books are about a 17-year-old girl named Janie who gets sucked into other people’s dreams. And there’s a hot guy, too.
**You can find out more info on my website, lisamcmann.com . There’s a dropdown order menu there so you can easily order WAKE and/or FADE from your favorite retailer
**I might not be able to respond, but I read all comments and messages personally and I'm really grateful for them!
**I'm sorry – I can't read your unpublished stuff.
What people are saying about WAKE:
"McMann lures teens in by piquing their interest in the mysteries of the unknown, and keeps them with quick-paced, gripping narration and supportive characters." Kirkus Reviews
"A lyrical, shuddersome novel whose images linger with you long after you've turned the last page, like the most haunting of dreams."Cassandra Clare, author of NYT Bestseller City of Bones
"...a vivid and compelling story of dazzling originality. A terrific read for teens and adults alike."Richard Lewis, author of The Killing Sea and The Demon Queen (forthcoming).
"Man, oh, man. If I understand anything at all about the movies, this book is bound to become one. GREAT premise--teenage girl who gets sucked against her will into other people's dreams, including their nightmares--and excellent execution. Plus a really hot guy, a heroine we're totally pulling for, and nonstop action and intrigue (plus the really hot guy).
You're really, really going to enjoy this one--a fast read, nothing but cool."Robin Brande, author of Evolution, Me, and Other Freaks of Nature.
"...a work of art that we all will long remember."TeensReadToo.com
"I will definitely have trouble waiting for the sequel "Fade" to come out next year."A Page Turner Book Reviews
"I loved Wake! McMann has created a complex tale sure to keep readers engaged."Teen Troves
"Ms. McMann is a master story teller, she has me hooked. From now on all of her other works will be on my book shelf. 5 Hearts." Book Reviews by Crystal
What people are saying about FADE (Wake Book 2):
From Booklist:
“A great blend of mystery, romance, and supernatural elements, and featuring a strong but vulnerable female protagonist, this episode ends with an irresistible hook for the final installment.”
From Kirkus:
McMann, Lisa FADE
"The quick-paced, present-tense narration and realistic dialogue that gripped readers in the first book resume here... Fans will clamor for a third title."
From Teensreadtoo.com:
"As a highly anticipated sequel to WAKE, FADE certainly lives up to expectations. Along with Janie, readers will be able to delve deeper into the enormity of Janie’s ability and the strain that it causes not only on her but also on Cabel." http://www.teensreadtoo.com/FadeMcMann.html
Who I'd like to meet: Humans. And friendly non-humans. But not zombies.
"Our truest life is when we are in dreams awake."
- Henry David Thoreau
Hey Lisa!! How have you been? It's been forever. :D The cover for gone looks amazing! I can't wait to read it! and Fade too . I've been so busy lately I haven't gone out to get it yet, but I'm going book shopping soon and it's first on my list lol It's been torture having to wait for it! Hugs, Vickie :)
I love your books so much.I own them all. I can't wait for the third edition of wake and fade. PLEASE keep writing! Can you come close to KY on your next tour?
hey thanks so much for the add... and i know many ppl must be asking this but are you gonna write another book for the janie series...cause your books are so different and oh yeah AMAZING... thanks for reading this comment.. and hope you have a great weekend... xoxoxo maria:)
My name is Christy i juss wanted to tell you that i read your ENTIRE book Fade this morning in about 4 hours hahahaha. It was great. i wanted to know where you got the name Cabel because idk i really like it...anyways....great book! I'm eager for the third! do you have a title for it yet? Good Job!
Love Your Books How are You?? Hope Your loving Your Carrier. Just Wondering Are You Gunna Be writing Another Book. Because i Enjoy Your Books. ( im not one to read But I like Your Books. ) Thanks
You're an amazing writer! :) Wake had me so wrapped up, that i read it cover to cover in one night! Same with Fade the very next night lol. Fade had me completely hooked, Janie and Cabe's relationship was so amazing that i was actually getting mad towards the end, (You know what i'm talking about...!). Fade ended perfectly and i can't tell you how much i wish you could write a sequal =D!
Omgsh!! I finally got a copy of Fade today and was reading it all day in school and my teacher almost had to take the book away from me because I wasn't paying attention to what was going on in class. Lol. I'm half way through and can't wait to finish it. =]
