Monica Price
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P.J. Fitzsimmons:
I remain a wholeheartedly devoted fan. I’ve just finished Hardy Haul at Hardy Hall. Your humor is delightful. Anty is my favorite because he reminds me of Lord Peter Whimsey before Harriet, (I love post-Harriet Peter too but they aren’t the same character) but Teddy is growing on me. When will the next novel be?
P.J. Fitzsimmons
The next book is the second Teddy Quillfeather, Frauds On Favourite, and I might just as well confess now that I’m a bit behind schedule for an intended Christmas release. I still think I’m going to make it for Christmas but the target date had been the first of December.
As obvious as the parallels are, I don’t think I take much (conscious) inspiration from Lord Peter directly, but I do draw considerably from Sayers herself. I agree with you about the shift starting at Strong Poison, but I don’t know if my opinion can be trusted — I have an automatic suspicion of the mystery writer as character, which strikes me as steering dangerously close to the fourth wall.
I really appreciate your kind words, Monica, and your support. I’m also grateful for the opportunity to get in front of the story of the slipping schedule.
The next book is the second Teddy Quillfeather, Frauds On Favourite, and I might just as well confess now that I’m a bit behind schedule for an intended Christmas release. I still think I’m going to make it for Christmas but the target date had been the first of December.
As obvious as the parallels are, I don’t think I take much (conscious) inspiration from Lord Peter directly, but I do draw considerably from Sayers herself. I agree with you about the shift starting at Strong Poison, but I don’t know if my opinion can be trusted — I have an automatic suspicion of the mystery writer as character, which strikes me as steering dangerously close to the fourth wall.
I really appreciate your kind words, Monica, and your support. I’m also grateful for the opportunity to get in front of the story of the slipping schedule.
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Marie Johnston
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P.J. Fitzsimmons:
Wanted to tell you how VERY much I enjoyed both of your books. Your “extemporaneous witticisms” are the best. Am not easily amused but found you to be laugh out loud funny. Also, am mad about Anthony. If I were 20 years younger and he were real….. cannot wait to read you new offering and hopefully many more to come. No pressure. When?
Amy James
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P.J. Fitzsimmons:
Hello! I wonder if you have found a narrator for the Teddy Quillfeather series?
Tiana Hadnt
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P.J. Fitzsimmons:
Hello again!!! I’ve just finished listening to The Reckoning at the Riviera Royale. It’s yet another excellent entry into what is now an all time favorite series for me. Tim Bruce as Anty is the best thing since Jonathan Cecil narrating Bertie Wooster. I have the next book on deck and ready to go, but I’m wondering if the most recent ones will be available on audio anytime soon? They’re so great to listen to!
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