Jennifer Ziegler's Blog

Today I had the honor and pleasure of being featured on the blog Kissing the Earth, run by Sharry Phelan Wright and my agency sister Tamara Ellis Smith.  A sense of place is so important to a book, and I think it's wonderful that Sharry and Tam specifically highlight this on their blog.

If you would like to read my interview and check out their marvelous site, you can find it here:

Today I had the honor and pleasure of being featured on the blog Kissing the Earth, run by Sharry Phelan Wright and my agency sister Tamara Ellis Smith.  A sense of place is so important to a book, and I think it's wonderful that Sharry and Tam specifically highlight this on their blog.

If you would like to read my interview and check out their marvelous site, you can find it here:

I’m very excited to be co-presenting this Saturday, June 18, alongside my good friend and one of my favorite authors, Miss Cynthia Leitich Smith!  Our talk will take place at 2 pm at the Bee Cave Library (4000 Galleria Parkway, 78738).

Our program is for YA readers of all ages and is called “From Classics to Contemporary” – a discussion of how classic literature inspired our modern teen novels.  There will be something for everyone.  Readings … A little gore … A little romance … Plus, free pizza!

 

Dracula is not dead.  Jane Austen is still making people swoon.  And some themes are eternal.

For more information on the Bee Cave event, click here.

Also, if you are a librarian, educator, or festival/conference organizer and would like more information on our two-for-one presentation, please contact Dayton Bookings. 

We hope to see you there!

What is Sass & Serendipity? 

It is many things.  First of all, it is a book – a YA book, to be exact – that will be available for purchase on July 12, 2011.  It is also a shout-out to two important women in my life: Jane Austen and my sister, Amanda.  In addition, it is an exploration of sisterhood, a peek into modern-day, small-town Texas life, an examination of the various definitions of love, and a romance – or two.

And it is very near and dear to my heart.

Because it is all these things, I can’t come up with one clear phrase to explain it.  Therefore, I will be tweeting thirty different taglines – one a day for the 30 days leading up to its debut – to help get the word out … and maybe spread some fun.

Please join the discussion!  Feel free to retweet and forward the taglines, share funny or touching stories about your own siblings, or even come up with a tagline of your own that you think fits the theme or tone of the book.  (I’ll be honest – I already have 30 written, but if yours are better I will use them!  And, of course, I’ll give you credit.)

To suggest a tagline or share a tale about your own sister, feel free to comment below.  Or you can message me at jennifer@jenniferziegler.net.

To read more about Sass & Serendipity, click here.

Thank you for participating!  Keep on reading, tweeting, and book talking!

All my best,

Jennifer

I’m very excited to be co-presenting this Saturday, June 18, alongside my good friend and one of my favorite authors, Miss Cynthia Leitich Smith!  Our talk will take place at 2 pm at the Bee Cave Library (4000 Galleria Parkway, 78738).

Our program is for YA readers of all ages and is called “From Classics to Contemporary” – a discussion of how classic literature inspired our modern teen novels.  There will be something for everyone.  Readings … A little gore … A little romance … Plus, free pizza!

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Dracula is not dead.  Jane Austen is still making people swoon.  And some themes are eternal.

For more information on the Bee Cave event, click here.

Also, if you are a librarian, educator, or festival/conference organizer and would like more information on our two-for-one presentation, please contact Dayton Bookings. 

We hope to see you there!

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What is Sass & Serendipity? 

It is many things.  First of all, it is a book – a YA book, to be exact – that will be available for purchase on July 12, 2011.  It is also a shout-out to two important women in my life: Jane Austen and my sister, Amanda.  In addition, it is an exploration of sisterhood, a peek into modern-day, small-town Texas life, an examination of the various definitions of love, and a romance – or two.

And it is very near and dear to my heart.

Because it is all these things, I can’t come up with one clear phrase to explain it.  Therefore, I will be tweeting thirty different taglines – one a day for the 30 days leading up to its debut – to help get the word out … and maybe spread some fun.

Please join the discussion!  Feel free to retweet and forward the taglines, share funny or touching stories about your own siblings, or even come up with a tagline of your own that you think fits the theme or tone of the book.  (I’ll be honest – I already have 30 written, but if yours are better I will use them!  And, of course, I’ll give you credit.)

To suggest a tagline or share a tale about your own sister, feel free to comment below.  Or you can message me at jennifer@jenniferziegler.net.

To read more about Sass & Serendipity, click here.

Thank you for participating!  Keep on reading, tweeting, and book talking!

All my best,

Jennifer

The answer is very.

It’s always fun to hang out with other writers and talk shop, share ideas, and get a little silly -- and this event didn’t disappoint.  I met writers of all ages, from college students to people in their 80s.  I listened to agents, authors, editors, media experts, and publishers share their expert advice and experiences.  I noshed on sliders and sipped wine.  I was reunited with good friends and made new ones.

On Saturday I sat on a panel with Shana Burg and Kathleen Ortiz to discuss "YA or Not? How to Tell if Your Book Is for Adults or Teens or Both."  Bethany Hegedus was our esteemed moderator.  It was a lively discussion wherein we referenced the much ballyhooed Wall Street Journal article on YA literature, discussed our experiences writing for the genre, and explained how one book can be YA and another adult lit, even if they both have teenaged protagonists.

Here are some other conference highlights:

n      Got a glimpse of the cover art for Shana Burg’s lovely new novel

n      Heard hair-raising tales of Comic Con from PJ Hoover and Jessica Lee Anderson

n      Met up with author and new neighbor Jenny Moss who came with her beautiful daughter

n      Spontaneously broke into song with Nikki Loftin in the hotel parking lot
 

Here’s a pic of us at the Hyatt.  From L to R – Jenny Moss, me, Nikki Loftin, PJ Hoover, and Jenny’s daughter, Christine Suffredini. 



Kudos to the Writers League of Texas for a wonderful event!  See you next year!

The answer is very.

It’s always fun to hang out with other writers and talk shop, share ideas, and get a little silly -- and this event didn’t disappoint.  I met writers of all ages, from college students to people in their 80s.  I listened to agents, authors, editors, media experts, and publishers share their expert advice and experiences.  I noshed on sliders and sipped wine.  I was reunited with good friends and made new ones.

On Saturday I sat on a panel with Shana Burg and Kathleen Ortiz to discuss "YA or Not? How to Tell if Your Book Is for Adults or Teens or Both."  Bethany Hegedus was our esteemed moderator.  It was a lively discussion wherein we referenced the much ballyhooed Wall Street Journal article on YA literature, discussed our experiences writing for the genre, and explained how one book can be YA and another adult lit, even if they both have teenaged protagonists.

Here are some other conference highlights:

n      Got a glimpse of the cover art for Shana Burg’s lovely new novel

n      Heard hair-raising tales of Comic Con from PJ Hoover and Jessica Lee Anderson

n      Met up with author and new neighbor Jenny Moss who came with her beautiful daughter

n      Spontaneously broke into song with Nikki Loftin in the hotel parking lot
 

Here’s a pic of us at the Hyatt.  From L to R – Jenny Moss, me, Nikki Loftin, PJ Hoover, and Jenny’s daughter, Christine Suffredini. 

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Kudos to the Writers League of Texas for a wonderful event!  See you next year!

The results are in and the crossed feet have officially been named "sassy" feet.  Results can be read here:

http://www.shelfconsumed.com/2011/05/sass-and-serendipity-winner.html 

Huge thanks to Shelf Consumed for allowing me to commandeer their site!  And speaking of winners ... Shelf Consumed has been nominated for a Salem Press blog award!  This is well-deserved.  Leigh Ann does so much for book lovers everywhere.

To get more information and vote, go HERE.  And please spread the word!

Happy reading!

The results are in and the crossed feet have officially been named "sassy" feet.  Results can be read here:

http://www.shelfconsumed.com/2011/05/sass-and-serendipity-winner.html 

Huge thanks to Shelf Consumed for allowing me to commandeer their site!  And speaking of winners ... Shelf Consumed has been nominated for a Salem Press blog award!  This is well-deserved.  Leigh Ann does so much for book lovers everywhere.

To get more information and vote, go HERE.  And please spread the word!

Happy reading!