The goings on at the Ann Rittenberg Literary Agency, Inc.
We're very pleased to tell you that Booklist chose THE POACHER'S SON as one of their top ten debut crime novels of 2010, calling it "engaging" and "vividly written."
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You might think that a blog called Bookslut would like every book that comes along, but the folks over there are actually quite discerning readers. That's why we were so pleased when Clayton Moore, author of their Mystery Strumpet column, recently interviewed Paul Doiron and gave THE POACHER'S SON a rave review.
Clayton calls Paul's novel "sublime" and says "transcends its setting, lending a bleak austerity to its milieu while simultaneously infusing its main character with Steinbeckian humanity." He thinks its protagonist is "a fascinating, troubled character" and concludes:The author, who devoured Sherlock Holmes as a kid and Raymond Carver and Tim O'Brian as a younger man, has managed to craft a novel that lies somewhere between the two, a crime novel that encompasses the full range of human emotion. The novel is the first in a series that will follow Mike's emotional development as he grows to be the man he's meant to be. It's a fascinating character study with much promise for the future.
Click here for more nice things about the book and Paul's illuminating commentary on its hero.
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by Ann Rittenberg Literary Agency, Inc. at 10:26 AM
We're pleased to tell you that BookPage has chosen C.J. Box's NOWHERE TO RUN as today's book of the day, saying:Pickett is a one-of-a-kind character, an Old West stand-up guy, and Box's tales of Pickett's exploits straddle the line between traditional Western (think Louis L'Amour) and thoroughly modern mystery. C.J. Box has won about every award there is to win: the Edgar, the Macavity, the Anthony, the Gumshoe, the Barry -- and with good reason. Like Tony Hillerman before him, he has reinvented a genre and made it his own.
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by Ann Rittenberg Literary Agency, Inc. at 11:45 AM
ONE MAN'S PARADISE, winner of the Minotaur Books / Mystery Writers of America's First Crime Novel Award, comes out today! If you happen to be in Hawaii, you can catch the author, Douglas Corleone, at the following events:Saturday, May 1 at 1:30pmBarnes & NobleAla Moana CenterSaturday, May 8 at 1pmBordersWaikele CenterSunday, May 16 at 3:30pmHawaii Book & Music FestivalBarnes & Noble tent for signing, followed by a reading and Q&A at the Author's PavilionSaturday, May 22 at 2pmBordersWard CenterSaturday, June 5 at 1pmBarnes & NobleKahala MallCheck back here for more dates!
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by Ann Rittenberg Literary Agency, Inc. at 3:52 PM
If you weren't near a radio on Friday afternoon, you can click here for a transcript of C.J. Box's interview on Hugh Hewitt's show.
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by Ann Rittenberg Literary Agency, Inc. at 5:27 PM
While Kathleen George may be a professor and Edgar-nominated author, she is also a self-professed ditz. In a recent guest post on The Lipstick Chronicles, she explains why that is actually be a good thing: "There's so much pressure on women these days to be well-oiled machines, strong, tough, competent -- anything but a ditz. But isn't there grace in ditziness, too? Sometimes we just need to collapse into zany, innocent, and gullible puddles of good will."Click here to read some very amusing stories of how Kathy's inner Gracie Allen got her into -- and out of -- some sticky situations.
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by Ann Rittenberg Literary Agency, Inc. at 2:14 PM
It's been an exciting week here at ARLA! Not only did we make it to the London Book Fair unscathed by volcanic ash, we also signed Dennis Lehane with a new UK publishing team!There were several worthy competitors, but ultimately David Shelley of Little, Brown was the victor. He scored a two-book deal for Moonlight Mile, Lehane's final Patrick and Angie novel, and the as yet untitled sequel to The Given Day. We'd like to thank Sarah Nundy of Andrew Nurnberg Associates for running point on this one!
Catch the full postgame report from the Bookseller.
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by Ann Rittenberg Literary Agency, Inc. at 3:24 PM
People magazine recently gave C.J. Box's NOWHERE TO RUN four out of four stars, saying, "This stellar novel combines harrowing adrenaline rushes with complex morality, humor and a landscape described so vibrantly it seems to have a life all its own."The Chicago Tribune tells its readers that the book is "what you ought to be reading," calling Box "a skillful writer and plot-spinner with plenty of wily surprises up his chambray sleeve."
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by Ann Rittenberg Literary Agency, Inc. at 3:18 PM
C.J. Box fans should tune into Hugh Hewitt's nationally syndicated radio show tomorrow afternoon because its entire three hours will be devoted to an interview with the author!
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by Ann Rittenberg Literary Agency, Inc. at 2:06 PM
We're excited to tell you that Kirkus Reviews featured Paul Doiron's THE POACHER'S SON in their Spring & Summer Preview, which highlights the best and brightest books of the season! From the issue:One of the year's boldest debuts comes from the woodsy wilderness of Maine, where Paul Doiron augments his day job as the editor-in-chief of Down East magazine with a new crime series. The book stars game warden Mike Bowditch, who must confront his toxic upbringing when his father is accused of murdering a local cop. For the author, it meant getting up close and personal with his hero's unusual profession. "In Maine, game wardens essentially function as full-fledged police officers, enforcing the laws of the state wherever there isn't a road, which is pretty much everywhere," says Doiron. "They arrest snowmobilers for drunk driving, retrieve drowned swimmers from the bottom of lakes and rescue Alzheimer patients lost in the woods. They have extremely difficult and misunderstood jobs, for which they are paid next to nothing. I have nothing but respect for the courage and conviction it takes to do what they do." Doiron's fierce combination of wilderness know-how and old-school journalism has already earned him a three-book contract. "My goal is to follow Mike as he matures and becomes the man he was meant to be," he says. "I hope readers will want to come along for the journey."
We're sure they will, Paul, because it's going to be one exciting ride!
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Each month, Indie Bound takes recommendations from independent booksellers all over the country and compiles their Indie Next List of cant-miss new titles. We're very pleased to tell you that C.J. Box's NOWHERE TO RUN appears on their April list!Marie of the Seattle Mystery Bookshop (where Chuck will appear on the 16th) says: The book comes out on Tuesday, and, after reading such a strong recommendation from a woman who obviously knows her stuff, we're sure that all of you will want to run to your local independent bookstore and snag a copy!
Gripping, compelling storytelling by Edgar Award-winning author Box makes his 10th Joe Pickett mystery a must-read. Set against the wide-open spaces of Wyoming, scary people do scary things to not-so-innocent bystanders. This book delivers a walloping good read on so many levels: superb writing, eerie plot, startling twists, and Joe Pickett's quiet decency showcased against the conflict between community need and individual integrity.
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by Ann Rittenberg Literary Agency, Inc. at 12:53 PM
C.J. Box will be running all over the place promoting NOWHERE TO RUN! Check out his lengthy tour schedule below to see if he's coming to a town near you!Monday, April 5 at 7pmAmerican Heritage CenterUniversity of WyomingLaramie, WYTuesday, April 6 at 4pmCity Newsstand Bookstore & Coffee House1722 Carey AvenueCheyenne, WYWednesday, April 7 at 6:30pmMurder by the Book2342 Bissonnet StreetHouston, TXThursday, April 8 at 7pmBook People603 North Lamar BoulevardAustin, TXFriday, April 9 at 5pmMurder by the Book1574 South Pearl StreetDenver, COFriday, April 9 at 7:30pmTattered Cover2526 East Colfax AvenueDenver, COSaturday, April 10 at 2pmBarnes & Noble520 South 24th Street WestBillings, MTSunday, April 11 at 2pmBarnes & Noble1601 Market Place Drive, Suite 65Great Falls, MTWednesday, April 14 at 7pmPoisoned Pen4014 North Goldwater Boulevard, Suite 101Scottsdale, AZThursday, April 15 at 7pmMysterious Galaxy7051 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard, Suite 302San Diego, CAFriday, April 16 at 12:30pmSeattle Mystery Bookshop117 Cherry StreetSeattle, WAFriday, April 6 at 7:30pmBarnes & Noble2675 NE University Village StreetSeattle, WASaturday, April 17 at 1:30pmMystery Bookstore1036-C Broxton AvenueLos Angeles, CASaturday, April 17 at 4pmMysteries to Die For2940 Thousand Oaks BoulevardThousand Oaks, CASunday, April 18 at 12pmBook Carnival348 South Tustin AvenueOrange, CAMonday, April 19 at 7pmM Is For Mystery86 East Third AvenueSan Mateo, CATuesday, April 20 at 7pmOnce Upon A Crime604 West 26th StreetMinneapolis, MNWednesday, April 21 at 7pmMystery One Bookstore2109 North Prospect AvenueMilwaukee, WIThursday, April 22 at 7pmBorders34300 WoodwardBirmingham, MI Friday, April 23 at 7pmBooks & Company4453 Walnut StreetDayton, OHSaturday, April 24 at 7pmJoseph-Beth Booksellers161 Lexington Green CircleLexington, KYSunday, April 25 at 2:30pmEagle Eye Bookshop2076 North Decatur RoadDecatur, GASaturday, May 1 at 1pmOld Firehouse Books232 Walnut StreetFort Collins, COSaturday, May 1 at 7pmHigh Crimes Mystery Bookshop927 Main StreetLongmont, COMonday, May 10 at 5pmSheridan Stationery Books and Gallery206 North Main StreetSheridan, WYTuesday, May 11 at 3pmRalph's Books and Cards215 South Montana AvenueCasper, WYMonday, June 14The Wort Hotel50 North Glenwood StreetJackson, WYTuesday, June 15 at 1pmThe Old Faithful InnYellowstone National ParkYellowstone, WYWednesday, June 16 at 11amThe Old Faithful InnYellowstone National ParkYellowstone, WYWednesday, June 16 at 6pmThe Mammoth HotelYellowstone National ParkYellowstone, WYThursday, June 17 at 1pmCody Newsstand1121 13th StreetCody, WY
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