Disease name: Viral hemorrhagic fever (its most vicious forms: Ebola and Marburg) Caused by: Ebola hemorrhagic fever is caused by various forms of the ebolavirus. Marburg is caused by the Marburg virus (named for the city in Germany where it … Continue reading
The second song on The Way We Fall‘s unofficial soundtrack is Aimee Mann’s “It’s Not”: To me, the tone and the lyrics of this song capture Kaelyn’s state of mind before the beginning of the novel. When she moved away … Continue reading
Because many of my friends and readers live nowhere near the Toronto area (really, you should all move here — it’s an awesome city!) and so weren’t able to attend my launch party, I’ve decided that for the rest of … Continue reading
The virus in The Way We Fall is totally made up, but there are plenty of super-creepy sicknesses that really do exist. Over the next several weeks, I’m going to fill you in on some of them. (Those with hypochondriac … Continue reading
I’ve talked before about making playlists for my books as I’m working on them, and how those help inspire me. Now that The Way We Fall is out, I’d like to share each of the songs on its unofficial soundtrack … Continue reading
**Deadline is passed; giveaway now closed. Thanks to all who participated! There’s a new giveaway happening here!** With The Way We Fall just out, I think it’s time for one super huge giveaway! What’s up for grabs? Take a look: … Continue reading
The virtual launch is over! Thanks to all who participated! ~~~ The Way We Fall hits stores today, so it’s time to celebrate! Party with me from now until 10pm EST tonight. Available in stores and online at: Amazon ~ … Continue reading
I have to admit I’m a little distracted at the moment. It might have something to do with having my second book finally set to release in less than a week. Maybe. So rather than try to compose a deep … Continue reading
Previous TWWF inspiration posts: The Stand, The Forest of Hands and Teeth, Doomsday Book, and Life As We Knew It. You’d think, once I had an idea, a sense of meaning, and an understanding of how I wanted to present … Continue reading
The The Way We Fall trailer giveaway is now closed to entries, and I have good news for the soon-to-be-winners! Look what just arrived at my door: I’ll be doing the drawing momentarily, and then emailing the winners. Prizes will … Continue reading
