Thursday, April 8, 2010

My New Obsession: Dr Who

As I've posted before, I'm not a huge fan of TV. I currently love Life Unexpected and a few MTV shows that I won't mention. They're guilty pleasures. This post isn't about TV in general (nor is it about writing...sorry), but one particular show...

Yes, I know they just changed the logo. I don't care. I like this one.

A few months ago, my friend visited from out of town. When we're together we don't do the most exciting things, but love just spending time with each other. Flopped onto the couch, we thought it would be fun to waste the evening away watching something on Netflix instant stream. Flipping through the TV show section, I landed on Doctor Who. I had never watched it , but had heard about it through Nerdfighteria.

Turning to my friend Diana, I said, "So, have you ever watched this before?"
"Just once, and not a whole episode. We can watch it if you want." I knew she would be up for anything, so I found season one, episode one and hit play.

I had no clue what to expect to be honest, but the awesomeness of Dr. Who was not it. We laughed and giggled through 'Rose'. At the end, I was almost afraid to admit I wanted to watch more. Luckily, so did she. My husband came downstairs from time to time, wondering what all the screaming, laughing and utter enjoyment was about as plastic mannequins marched across the TV screen and Aliens swarmed the Doctor and Rose Tyler. We ended up watching two episodes before it was time for dinner.

After that weekend, I figured I would be on my own watching the episodes, but my husband sat down and watched the first two with me. He was hooked. It was like the Doctor was pointing his sonic screwdriver right at us and demanded we fall in love with him.

We have now watched two and a half series' and have to force ourselves not to plow through the remaining episodes. All seasons (even the older ones) are on our Netflix queue waiting to be devoured. I have searched hundreds of Dr Who websites for more information, sucking it up like a sponge. I now own MUSIC ABOUT DR WHO (perfectly named Trock...Time Lord Rock) I have my costume for Halloween planned out (of course Dr Who themed, but I'm not telling you what yet) and my desktop wallpaper is the Doctor (the 10th of course) and the Tardis. Whoa, and I thought I loved Harry Potter (don't get me started). Yes, I have officially hit the deep end and I'm not ashamed of it.

This is my new found love. I haven't liked a show this much since Alias first started (and I think I may even like Dr. Who more, shhh). And for the record, so far David Tennant is my favorite Doctor and Billie Piper (Rose) is my favorite companion. I am in denial there is a new Doctor (Matt Smith as the 11th doctor) and companion (Karen Gillan as Amy Pond).

Are there any YAedge Dr Who fans out there?

Sunday, April 4, 2010

New York City Class of 2k10 Tour

Well, I'm on the flip side of a 35 blog tour to promote the launch of UMS. Many thanks to Tami for holding down the fort so well here at YAedge. ;) I met many cool bloggers and supportive YA readers. But it has been a bumpy ride. A production delay with UMS means the books weren't physically ready on the launch date. Not fun. I'm hoping they'll be completed this week. *fingers and butt cheeks crossed!*

In the meantime, I'm starting to wig out about Book Expo and all the cool things the Class of 2k10 has planned. The itty bitty details on the Class of 2k10 NYC tour might change, but here are the appearances so far. We're also solidifying a blogger lunch and once it comes down the pipe, I'll share the info. If any YAedgers are going to BEA - come on out to one (or all!) of these events. And if you know any good karaoke bars in NYC - I'm there. Can't wait!

Monday, May 24:

Teen Author Carnival
Jefferson Market Branch Library
425 Avenue of the Americas and 10th Street
Not a ton of info available about this blogger organized event - yet, but updates will be posted soon.

Tuesday, May 25:

Class of 2k10
Photo shoot in Central Park!

Book Expo America
Jacob K. Javits Center
Look for Class of 2k10 titles at the New Title Showcase pavilion. Also, we'll be hanging out at our publisher booths, autographing areas and attending the "Day of Education" conference.

Books of Wonder
6-8pm
13 members of the Class of 2k10 will introduce their books and be available for questions/signings - and swag giveaways!

Wednesday, May 26:

Book Expo America
Jacob K. Javits Center
Look for Class of 2k10 titles at the New Title Showcase pavilion. Judith Graves (the other "me") will be participating in the "Speed Dating with Children's Authors" event at 10:30am

New York Public Library
Mulberry Street Branch Library
10 Jersey St, NY - Soho)
10:00am
Class of 2k10 Middle Grade and Contemporary authors will participate in a panel discussion, meet with readers and answer any questions you have!

The Voracious Reader Bookstore
1997 Palmer Avenue
4pm
Class of 2k10 authors will do short readings, answer questions, and sign your books! Plus swag giveaways!

Thursday, May 27:

Book Expo America
Jacob K. Javits Center
Look for Class of 2k10 titles at the New Title Showcase pavilion. Also, we'll be hanging out at our publisher booths, autographing areas and various "author stages".

New York Public Library
St. Agnes Branch Library
444 Amsterdam Ave, NY-Upper West Side
4:00pm
Class of 2k10 Young Adult and Paranormal authors will participate in a panel discussion, meet with readers and answer any questions you have!