September 2010
46 posts
“When we invaded Iraq, we invited the UK to come fight with us. We invited...”
– Seth MacFarlane (via schbank)
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“Sorkin sat in a gray leather club chair, which matched his gray suit. In his...”
– Aaron Sorkin, screenwriter of The Social Network, talks to Lynn Hirschberg about the film: Celebrities: Wmagazine.com
OMG. As if I needed another reason to adore Aaron Sorkin. Hats. Leather. Mahogany. He’s that fabulous secondary character from historical romance. The one you love to love....
Debs Speak Loudly. Or, Go Win A Book! →
There are days when I am so damn proud to be a part of the YA community. And even prouder to be a part of the 2009 Debutantes—a group of YA authors who released their debut novels in…
Squee! Ten Ways is a Top Pick! →
So…last night, I’m making unpackaging dinner and my Blackberry buzzes. I consider ignoring it, because 1) I am hungry for chicken and brussels sprouts and 2) I’m three episodes from the end of…
Inspiration Saturday →
One of the best and worst things about being a writer is when you’re neck deep in one book and the next one starts to act up. Right now, for example, my next hero keeps trying to get my attention. Bourne’s got a wicked sense of humor and a fantastic laugh.
FuzzyDave's Carousel of Wonderosities: "That's... →
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Only they said- “said the actress to the bishop”
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“This phrase derives from the fact that, during early English theater, actresses were poorly paid and often used prostitution to supplement their income. Because of these “loose morals”, clergymen spent a lot of time with these actresses……
10 Helpful Hints Should a Lady Find Herself in the... →
I’m so very excited to announce that in the next few months, to celebrate the release of Ten Ways to Be Adored When Landing A Lord, I’ve got a *sick* (in an awesome way) line up of authors…
Colorstrology! →
I love this idea…that your birthday might be associated with a color that somehow resonates with you. I’m so into it. I’m particularly happy that my color is Purple Sage, which is definitely a…
“What did I think about the decision to construct a “mosque” this close to ground...”
– 9/11 widow: The media duped us - Life stories - Salon.com (via greaterthanlapsed)
“I believe that today more than ever a book should be sought after even if it has...”
– Henry Rollins (via rhiannonds)
“I went to a restaurant that serves “breakfast at any time”. So I ordered French...”
– Steven Wright (via tracenspace)
“In January 1606 the Thanksgiving Act was passed, and commemorating the foiling...”
– Guy Fawkes Night - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
“What if Aaron Sorkin scripted the discussion in the White House today? It might...”
– Burn-a-Koran Day: The Lost Aaron Sorkin Script | VF Daily | Vanity Fair
9.11.10 →
Nine years ago today, I was late for work. I came out of the subway on that gorgeous, blue-skied morning, bought a paper and a muffin, and took the elevator to the 44th floor of the New York building…
Louisa Edwards's Nine Rules for Seducing a Nerd... →
I have made it no secret that there are any number of chefs on my laminated list. We’ve already talked about Eric Ripert, and no joke, I dreamt about Anthony Bourdain last night….
kellyoxford:
This one is for all my amputated readers. (or transplants, skin grafts, ad nauseam)
Hey, crazy lunatics: I like your ears just the way they are.
cations: Words That Don’t Exist in the English... →
cations:
tamburina:
L’esprit d’escalier: (French) The feeling you get after leaving a conversation, when you think of all the things you should have said. Translated it means “the spirit of the staircase.”
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Waldeinsamkeit: (German) The feeling of being alone in the woods.
Meraki: (Greek) Doing…
I love this song. So so so much. I never get tired...
In which we pause to honor the chicken. →
I know I’ve been out of pocket lately…and I’m so sorry! But as I’m down to the wire on Juliana’s book, I think we can all agree that it’s best that I be writing and not on the Internet. Mostly. :)