tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4542417548623715196.post7303886453162491131..comments2023-11-03T08:03:15.599-05:00Comments on Killer Fiction: What's Wrong With This Picture?Kathy Bacushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07549844839816876766noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4542417548623715196.post-34955946797885472582009-01-23T02:22:00.000-06:002009-01-23T02:22:00.000-06:00You know, I could have lived without knowing about...You know, I could have lived without knowing about these deals. What the heck does Brit have to say that could fill *three* books???<BR/><BR/>*BIG SIGH*Jenyfer Matthewshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10769550148821002722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4542417548623715196.post-32542955241321308162009-01-22T16:02:00.000-06:002009-01-22T16:02:00.000-06:00Big bear hugs on the job situation, Suzan! It's s...Big bear hugs on the job situation, Suzan! It's so terrible what's happening on the job front for so many people. Our state, like so many others, is looking at a huge budget deficit and ordering departmental cuts. Part of my going back to school was to enable me some flexibility if/when a job move became necessary. I love my present job, but want to enhance my resume and keep my options open just in case.<BR/><BR/>Hope you find something soon! In the meantime, I join you in taking refuge in those 'make believe' worlds.<BR/><BR/><BR/>~Bullet Hole~Kathy Bacushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07549844839816876766noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4542417548623715196.post-3222447886624290352009-01-22T15:31:00.000-06:002009-01-22T15:31:00.000-06:00But seriouly, how many books does Joe have in him?...But seriouly, how many books does Joe have in him? One? If it's ghost written?<BR/><BR/>I want to be in this profession for the long haul. And I hope you do too, Kathy. You KillerFiction gals are keeping my spirits up right now. I learned last week that I'm losing the bill-paying day job. It sucks, but my little make-believe worlds keep me going.Suzan Hardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04600258874634909988noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4542417548623715196.post-56092040318775318312009-01-22T13:56:00.000-06:002009-01-22T13:56:00.000-06:00'Is J K Rowling available? It might take a little ...'Is J K Rowling available? It might take a little magic to make that book coherent.'<BR/><BR/>LOL! Ain't it the truth, Bookmobiler!<BR/><BR/>~Bullet Hole~Kathy Bacushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07549844839816876766noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4542417548623715196.post-32483689446493532392009-01-22T13:49:00.000-06:002009-01-22T13:49:00.000-06:00OOOPS!Wrong button.Let's try again."Brit will, no ...OOOPS!<BR/><BR/>Wrong button.<BR/><BR/>Let's try again.<BR/><BR/>"Brit will, no doubt, require the use of a professional author to produce a coherent manuscript"<BR/><BR/>Is J K Rowling available? It might take a little magic to make that book coherent.Bookmobilerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16698377864458267666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4542417548623715196.post-11259637900113703502009-01-22T13:46:00.000-06:002009-01-22T13:46:00.000-06:00Brit will, no doubt, require the use of a professi...Brit will, no doubt, require the use of a professional author to produce a coherent manuscriptBookmobilerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16698377864458267666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4542417548623715196.post-10340245765335069852009-01-22T13:35:00.000-06:002009-01-22T13:35:00.000-06:00I saw that about Joe's gig as an overseas reporter...I saw that about Joe's gig as an overseas reporter/anchor, too, Keri. I suspect seasoned, career, professional journalists (you know, those with degrees and years of experience) feel somewhat the same way as we writers do about the book deal.<BR/><BR/>The term 'flash in a pan' comes to mind.<BR/><BR/>And 15 minutes of fame...<BR/><BR/>You're probably right about the Bush and Spear books. And as Bookmobiler pointed out, Brit will, no doubt, require the use of a professional author to produce a coherent manuscript.<BR/><BR/>Thanks for weighing in!<BR/><BR/>~Bullet Hole~Kathy Bacushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07549844839816876766noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4542417548623715196.post-52647287594785819572009-01-22T13:29:00.000-06:002009-01-22T13:29:00.000-06:00You make some good points, Terry. I do think that...You make some good points, Terry. I do think that, with all consume-driven businesses, corporations will be taking a hard look at the way things were as opposed to the reality of today's business climate and be forced to change some aspects of the way they do business. <BR/><BR/>Given the pop culture and 'self' driven mentality of society at present, we'll, no doubt, continue to see a disproportionate amount of resources funneled in that direction until the demand for something more substantive takes its place.<BR/><BR/>I admit to feeling discouraged at times with the inequities. However, my love for writing continues to compel me to keep at it.<BR/><BR/>Thanks for the encouragement!<BR/><BR/>~Bullet Hole~Kathy Bacushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07549844839816876766noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4542417548623715196.post-81156611559804355942009-01-22T13:05:00.000-06:002009-01-22T13:05:00.000-06:00I think of 3 you listed, Britney's will reach her ...I think of 3 you listed, Britney's will reach her sell out, at least her first book will. After reading about half a book of her ramblings, the reader would grow tired of trying to sympathize with her. JMO<BR/><BR/>Laura will probably come close, but hers will always be available and get it in the long run. Presidental stops and all that. <BR/><BR/>I dont' know anyone who would give a toot about Joe the Plumber and his lucky chance at insta celebrity that he's now calling the American Dream. I thought he was just hired on as some overseas anchor? He should experience THAT and then write a book on his travels. That sounds like something a little more worthwhile.Keri Fordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03342480359177235075noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4542417548623715196.post-53278629536346161612009-01-22T11:35:00.000-06:002009-01-22T11:35:00.000-06:00I personally think the continued payment of these ...I personally think the continued payment of these types of advances are one of the primary reasons we are also reading stories about the troubles publishing house are experiencing in today's economy. With the possible lone exception of Laura Bush in that list of huge advances, those advances will be a loss to the publisher while all those other struggling writers whose books we readers actually still shell out our hard earned dollars for are the ones with their fingers in the dike keeping the industry afloat. It's a time of change in the industry as they struggle to balance what worked in the past to what will work to keep them in business in the future.<BR/><BR/>I hope you still persevere with your writing. I know the money isn't what you deserve for your hard work and daily struggles to bring us the finished product. For what it's worth, thank you.Terry Shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15709143995475498601noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4542417548623715196.post-89617872855381565372009-01-22T11:32:00.000-06:002009-01-22T11:32:00.000-06:00Make that two giant cyber martinis, Les!Thank God ...Make that two giant cyber martinis, Les!<BR/><BR/>Thank God for my day job!<BR/><BR/>~Bullet Hole~Kathy Bacushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07549844839816876766noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4542417548623715196.post-40556660285299538442009-01-22T11:31:00.000-06:002009-01-22T11:31:00.000-06:00Like I said, Tori, I wouldn't turn down 7-figure a...Like I said, Tori, I wouldn't turn down 7-figure advance. Ah, heck, who am I kidding? I could be bought for MUCH less.<BR/><BR/>Hehe!<BR/><BR/>~Bullet Hole~Kathy Bacushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07549844839816876766noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4542417548623715196.post-32371296397765298022009-01-22T11:20:00.000-06:002009-01-22T11:20:00.000-06:00I KNOW, right??? And all we hear lately is how pu...I KNOW, right??? And all we hear lately is how publishers are freezing submissions, laying off staff, etc. Makes me want to consume a giant martini. Or two!Leslie Langtryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06616716802552673056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4542417548623715196.post-91346313769212579642009-01-22T11:04:00.000-06:002009-01-22T11:04:00.000-06:00I think it sucks too. Well, maybe not Laura Bush's...I think it sucks too. Well, maybe not Laura Bush's because she probably CAN write. Of course, if somebody wanted to pay ME that much, it would be another story. *g*Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4542417548623715196.post-25395557617311707022009-01-22T11:03:00.000-06:002009-01-22T11:03:00.000-06:00I dunno, Terrio. I understand many of these honki...I dunno, Terrio. I understand many of these honking book deals don't come close to earning out and they often wind up discounted or on the clearance tables way too soon.<BR/><BR/>And I guess I suffer from a severe case of 'don't give a crapitis' when it comes to the private life of celebrities. And it's ridiculous how much money paparazzi are paid for photos of these people.<BR/><BR/>Sadly, I think it is also indicative of the decline of our society when the only way you can get folks to read a book or magazine is to stick a 'star' on the cover. Arrgh! <BR/><BR/>~Bullet Hole~Kathy Bacushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07549844839816876766noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4542417548623715196.post-77688056383243709622009-01-22T10:55:00.000-06:002009-01-22T10:55:00.000-06:00I guess what truly troubles me, Bookmobiler,is the...I guess what truly troubles me, Bookmobiler,is the percentage of acquisition dollars available to publishing houses that is reserved for these types of books. It's a huge hunk of the total pie and necessarily reduces both the amount and numbers of book advances a house can offer.<BR/><BR/>As far as 'W' goes, I'd be happy to help him pen his memoirs if he hasn't selected someone already...<BR/><BR/>I actually think, as was the case with Harry Truman, history will be kinder to George W. than contemporary society was/is when the true scope and nature of the challenges he faced during his two terms in office have been objectively examined.<BR/><BR/>Just my two cents' worth.<BR/><BR/>Best,<BR/><BR/>~Bullet Hole Bacus~Kathy Bacushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07549844839816876766noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4542417548623715196.post-22793406954923622552009-01-22T10:44:00.000-06:002009-01-22T10:44:00.000-06:00Since I'm a business person, I totally get the big...Since I'm a business person, I totally get the big price for the book that in some cases is a sure thing. Silly or unreadable as some of those books are destined to be, people will buy them. The same people who keep the tabloids in business.<BR/><BR/>But it still sucks.Terri Osburnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17176989488447450585noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4542417548623715196.post-31691813902557623602009-01-22T10:16:00.000-06:002009-01-22T10:16:00.000-06:00Be at peace!With the probable exception of Laura B...Be at peace!<BR/><BR/>With the probable exception of Laura Bush the other two are either going to be ghost written, or written with. And those writers should get a hefty cut of the pie.<BR/><BR/>But if you want to worry about obscene advances just contemplate what George W is going to be offered. <BR/><BR/>If he can find 20 people to write it for him!Bookmobilerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16698377864458267666noreply@blogger.com