getting to the <3 of the matter
I think killing Luke Skywalker in an Expanded Universe novel, and doing it in the near future – both in the real world and in-universe – is the perfect opportunity to revive the stagnating EU storyline, rebuild enthusiasm in the EU fanbase, and bring in a whole bunch of new fans to the EU in the process. To save the EU novels, Luke Skywalker must die. I hope you’ll hear me out on my reasons why.
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This Sunday started out as a beautiful morning and ended just as fine. I have a few things I wanted to share before the week kicks into high gear.
Read moreI firmly believe that eliminating the single continuity from Star Wars and the Expanded Universe would be a huge mistake – and a blow to the fandom from which the franchise might never recover.
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When the next book in a series is about to be released, I like to look back at what’s come before in the tale so it’s fresh in my memory.
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I’ll be watching the real-life royal wedding tomorrow, hoping someone at Lucas Books or Del Rey is watching too and smiling at the happiness surrounding the bride and groom. And suddenly inspiration strikes!
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One of my recent blogs spurred some interesting discussion in the comments.
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FANgirl uses The Hunger Games to discuss the advantages and pitfalls of using First Person POV
Read moreResponding to @DelReySpectra in regards to neglecting potential fans. Also an update on the status of Star Wars ebooks.
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No matter the franchise, a key element of success is generating buzz to build enthusiasm for the characters and the story.
Read moreWhy some recent news articles about Game of Thrones tells us we still have a way to go in getting the fangirl market the recognition it deserves.
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