Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Ack! Everything is Happening at Once!!!!


So it's been a crazy year so far and it's only getting crazier!

As of this weekend, Nightshade City's cover debuts, along with my new website and a book trailer! Yes, I made one! Is it super-duper and full of awesomeness? Hmmm...my husband loved it! Wait until you see the NIGHTSHADE CITY cover! Omar Ryyan is a total genius!

The Nightshade City ARC hits the mean and lean streets of Chicago on Monday! THIS MONDAY! April 25th kicks of the IRA (International Reading Association) convention. My publisher, Holiday House, will be there, along with scores more! I'll be at the HH booth (1910), sigining my ARC from 12-2pm on Monday the 26th, so please come say "hi" if you plan on attending! Al Gore will be speaking at the convention, along with several awesome authors such as David Adler, Ingrid Law, Kevin Henkes, Judy Cox, Tom Lichtenheld, Lisa Yee and many more! Ack! Such talent!

I can't believe I'll finally get to meet the Holiday House folks, along with some brilliant authors! My first question to myself when I was asked months back if I could attend, "What the heck will I wear?" ;)

So check back this weekend for some big reveals! Cover, new website and book trailer all coming your way!

xoxo -- Hilary

31 comments:

  1. Wow, Hilary! Sounds like a big week/ weekend :) Shame I'm not in Chicago so I can't come pick up a copy of your ARC. Congrats on everything and enjoy!

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  2. So much going on, congrat! And I love the cover!

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  3. Wow - busy, busy! But oh so exciting. Can't wait for the reveals - and what on earth 'will' you wear?!!

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  4. Congrats, Hilary! What an exciting time - so happy to share in it with you! Keep posting!!

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  5. Wow, busy time but I'm so excited for you.

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  6. That's awesome!!! I wish I had a sitter so I could come to the IRA convention... :(

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  7. Just soak it in! Enjoy it! You deserve it. You're an author! Yippee!

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  8. All of that and just like a woman, all you can think about is "what will I wear?" LOL... Nice!

    I'm excited to see this cover and the trailer. Probably won't be at the convention, but if you want to send me a signed Arc, I'll be happy to post a review on my blog :)

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  9. Wow, super exciting! I can't wait to see the cover!

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  10. So excited for you, Hilary! Wish I lived near Chicago -- I'd so be there!!

    Looking forward to the trailer and website :)

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  11. Oh, Hilary, if you weren't worried about wardrobe I'd be calling 911, LOL. Yes, you have a big weekend, and yes, you are *so* ready for this. *shakes fist* I want to see pictures of your big day.

    BTW, there's a certain writing group that wants to know your big news when you are poised to share. Make sure to drop by and fill us in whenever that day should arrive. We're all waiting with baited (heh) breath. ;)

    The Tart

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  12. yay! I'm so excited to see the cover!

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  13. Hilary, this is so exciting! Wishing you the best with each of it. *hugs*

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  14. You know...honestly...I have a really hard time feeling sorry for you. :) Enjoy the ride!! Congrats!!!

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  15. How exciting! Congratulations and enjoy!

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  16. Ah, the unending dilemma of clothing options. ;) Congrats on the book trailer and cover!

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  17. CONGRATULATIONS HILARY! I bet you'll be doing the happy dance for quite a while.

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  18. What a great time you are going to have. This is your moment. Just remember your smile and all will be wonderful.

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  19. What an exciting time for you! Enjoy all the moments :)

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  20. Yay! I can't hardly wait to see your cover. Hope this weekend goes well, and you have a blast next Monday.

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  21. Have an AWESOME weekend, Hilary. I'm sooo excited to see your cover. I know it's going to be awesome!!!

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  22. Have fun. It sounds awesome. Wish I lived in Chicago so I could say hi. I'd love to meet you, Al Gore, & Ingrid Law.

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  23. Wow! So exciting. I can't wait to see the cover and book trailer.

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  24. How exciting! Have a blast. And do share your experience with us.

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  25. Enjoy yourself, Hilary. And do make sure to get some pictures of your signing!
    Carmela
    TeachingAuthors

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  26. Sounds exciting! Have fun and take pictures.

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  27. Hello everyone! Thanks so much for your good wishes and support! I NEED IT! I've been so busy with the trailer and website, I've had little time to come say 'hi' and respond to everyone's comments!! So, THANK YOU ALL!

    Trailer, website and cover goes "live" on Sunday! Please stay tuned!

    And Jayne, I got a lovely little Nicole Miller on bluefly.com! Tried it on today and it fits! It's my favorite color blue, which I really hope will is lucky!!!

    xoxo -- Hilary

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  28. So so happy and excited for you!!

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  29. Anonymous4/22/2010

    Congratulations on the ARC and your first signing. I can't wait to see the cover and trailer.

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  30. Anonymous4/24/2010

    Ooh, congrats, good lady! Enjoy your first signing. :)

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  31. What a wonderful week for you!

    There's nothing like seeing your cover!

    Shelley

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