I've been bugging my editor for weeks now to show me the cover. Yea--he did. But then they couldn't decide if they wanted the title to have an AND or an ampersand.
The ampersand won! And here's the cover. (What do you think?)
But I have even MORE news. (Sounds like one of those informercials. But wait, order now and....) I'm very pleased to announce that the Booktown Mysteries will soon (relatively speaking) be available as audiobooks (and downloadable). The recording for the first book, MURDER IS BINDING, was to have begun last week.
It was very exciting to talk to the production manager at Deyan Audio about certain pronunciations. (Who knew Squamscot soda pop was actually pronounced Squamskit? And if you're in New Hampshire, why don't you try some of the local soda. It's de-lish!) He also said I'd be hearing from him about other questions they have as they get read to record the other books.
And I already know who my reader will be: the lovely (and lovely voiced) Cassandra Campbell. I've heard a sample of her work, and I think she'll do a great job performing the books.
I know I can't wait to hop in my car and spent lots of gas money listening to the book on CDs.
Do you like to listen to audiobooks?
I love your new cover. And can't wait to listen to the whole series on CD. My local library is going to be thrilled, too.
Posted by: Deb Baker | January 27, 2010 at 09:23 AM
You OWN the news today! (Great cover!)
Posted by: Doranna | January 27, 2010 at 10:14 AM
That is a great cover. I love audio books. They give me the opportunity to 'read' when I normally couldn't, while my eyes are busy doing something else. I can understand why that first listen is going to be exciting for you. Enjoy it!
Posted by: D. Antone Ravenberg | January 27, 2010 at 11:12 AM
I don't listen to audiobooks. Maybe because I live on an island and there are no long road trips to take. I think I'll make an exception though and listen to yours. BTW, great cover! Also, my doctor and personal friend is moving to New Hampshire next month from Kauai. I'll tell her about the soda you mentioned. Aloha from Rob
Posted by: Rob | January 27, 2010 at 03:51 PM
Great cover, Lorraine. Love the cat, of course. Put a cat on ANYTHING and you'll get my attention -- but the rest of the cover is also very nice. :-)
I couldn't live without audiobooks -- and like you, I'm eagerly waiting to receive a set of CDs so I can hear my own words being read by a pro. I totally understand your excitement! Congratulations!
Posted by: Sandra Parshall | January 27, 2010 at 08:06 PM