Bitchin' Blog Posts
A Smart Bitch Interview with Angie Fox
by SB Sarah | July 24, 2008 | Thursday at 12:53 pm | 124 Comments
Angie Fox won an Smart Bitch Interview in the Brenda Novak Diabetes auction, prompting me to freak the hell out because dude, I don’t know of a single question that would adequately measure up to the bid she made to fight diabetes and be interviewed by yours truly. So first and foremost, thanks to Angie for supporting a great cause, and giving me an inferiority complex that is barely contained by my undershorts. Onward to the interview!
Sarah: Ok, the obvious part! Pimp your book in a handful of words!
Angie:Newly anointed with demon-fighting powers and suddenly able to hear the thoughts of her hilarious Jack Russell terrier, a preschool teacher finds a whole new world of dark and dangerous, including a sexy shape-shifting griffin she’s not entirely sure she can trust.
Sarah: If your book were a food, which one would it be?
Angie: If the book were a food, I’d have to say it’s like hot apple pie right out of the oven - sweet, warm and a bit flaky.
Sarah: In your initial email to me, you mentioned that you’d written three serious mysteries before you “relaxed and found your voice.” Nosy Sarah says, “Moar pls?”
Angie: I spent a lot of years as a writer thinking that in order to connect with my readers or to say something with my books, I had to take things very seriously. I outlined (more than any one person should), I made charts, I filled out stacks of colored note cards. Basically, I took every bit of advice I’d ever heard on writing and incorporated them all. Because eighteen methods are better than one, right?
Well the result was that I wrote three mysteries that didn’t sell. A few of my rejections said the mysteries were “too funny,” so I was trying my darndest to be serious. At all costs. But my natural voice is lighter and I had to fight every instinct I had in order to make my stories ultra dark.
That kind of thing will wear you out after awhile. So I said the heck with it. I decided to write what I wanted to write. And one night, I started thinking about what would happen if a preschool teacher who wants nothing more than to be normal, learns she’s a demon slayer. And what if she has no idea how to fulfill her destiny and has to learn along the way? And what if, to escape the demons out to get her before she’s ready, she’s forced to run off with her long-lost Grandma’s gang of geriatric biker witches? It amused me. I’ve always been a sucker for a reluctant heroine (and I think I watched too many episodes of The Greatest American Hero as a kid).
I chucked the note cards, started writing, and the story unfolded from there. Instead of ending my writing sessions thinking, “I hope an editor will like this,” I ended them thinking. “No. I did not just write that. I did not just make my character defend herself with a toilet brush and a can of Purple Prairie Cover air freshener.” I couldn’t wait to get back to the keyboard every day and finished the book in just under five months. It felt right, natural. And before I had a chance to think about it too hard, The Accidental Demon Slayer sold (less than a week after I finished it). When I told my editor how much fun I had with the story, she said, “I can tell. That’s why I bought it.”
Even more important, I learned that you can indeed write a lighthearted book with a serious side. The Accidental Demon Slayer is about finding out who you really are. It’s about the strength you find when you have the courage to forgive. And most of all, it illustrates something that’s all too easy to forget - that while loving yourself (and your family) can take work, it’s worth every bit of the battle.
Sarah: What is this about biker dogs in your quest for research?
Angie: There is a gang of geriatric biker witches in my book, and I ended up doing research with a lot of real-life Harley riders. Then there’s also a dog character in the book, yet I had to get him on a Harley. I ended up meeting all kinds of Harleyriders who ride with their dogs. It’s the wildest thing. You should see how excited they get when they know they’re going to ride. It’s like doggie heaven - wind in your face all the time.
Before this, I thought research meant talking to experts, reading books or surfing the internet. I found myself on the back of a coal black Harley, behind a guy named Stone, with my helmet on backwards and an Irish Setter in tow. The dog’s name was Frankie and I can tell you right now, Frankie knew a lot more about motorcycles than I did.
It was my fault, really. When I sat down to write The Accidental Demon Slayer, I had no notes about dogs on motorcycles. But in the second chapter, when my heroine learns she’s a demon slayer and all hell is after her, she takes comfort in her dog. It was a sweet moment. And as I wrote it, I thought, ‘How do I throw her off?’
I made Pirate, the dog, say something to my heroine. Nothing big. After all, he’s only after the fettuccine from last week. And he knows exactly where she can find it (back of the fridge, to the left of the lettuce crisper, behind the mustard). It amused me, so I did it. Thanks to her unholy powers, Lizzie can now understand her smart-mouthed Jack Russell Terrier. I ended up having a ball with it, and I fell in love with Pirate the dog. Then I realized I was writing about motorcycle riding biker witches.
How do you get a dog on a motorcycle?
Well, I went online and learned that there is a nationwide club of Harley bikers who ride with their dogs. So my heroine could have her pink Harley, and her Jack Russell Terrier too.
And of course I had to meet these Harley riding dog lovers. I called up a few of the members of the Biker Dogs Motorcycle Club and the adventure began. They invited me into their homes, introduced me to their dogs and, like my heroine, the bikers hoisted me up on the back of a Harley, with a dog in tow.
Stone, the biker who spent the most time making sure I didn’t fall off his hog, showed me how to ride, invited me to some biker rallies (note to self: don’t wear pink next time), and helped make The Accidental Demon Slayer as real as it can be (for a book about a somewhat sheltered preschool teacher turned demon slayer).
So just when I thought I was writing fiction, it seemed my made-up characters from The Accidental Demon Slayer weren’t so imaginary after all. One of the bikers I met even has a wife who is a biker witch. I’m wondering if she, like my heroine’s biker witch grandma, wears a “kiss my asphalt” t-shirt and carries a carpet bag full of Smuckers jars filled with magic. I like to tell people that maybe I’ll find out on my next adventure
Has all this interviewing madness made you curious? I’ve got five copies of The Accidental Demon Slayer to give away. How to win? Leave a comment. And for extra more gooder fun, visit Angie’s website and find out your Your Biker Witch Name, and let us know what it is.
Mine, for the record, is Fast Frankie Pothole Jumper. But you can call me “PJ” for short.
But wait, there’s more! So long as your anointing yourself with a biker name, head on over to Angie’s site for a contest wherein, if you art the winner, you get a role in her next book, The Dangerous Book for Demon Slayers
Filed: Interviews & Smart Responses
Tagged: writing, paranormal romance, brenda novak
KimberlyD said on 07.24.08 at 01:10 PM • [comment link]
My name is Rubber Neck Reba Fancy Pants. And my pants might be fancy, but you won’t find me rubber necking- I’ll be flying by too fast to care! :P
saltypepper said on 07.24.08 at 01:53 PM • [comment link]
Yes please.
Signed,
Hog Wild Harriet Steel Butt
I’m not sure about this. Can steel butts have still have cellulite?
natasha b said on 07.24.08 at 01:53 PM • [comment link]
My name is Hog Wild Harriet Uni-Brow and this interview has left me dead curious, another book on to go on the must get list. *sigh*
Elizabeth Wadsworth said on 07.24.08 at 01:56 PM • [comment link]
OK, this sounds hilarious. I’ll have to get it for my mother; she has a Jack Russell terrier that she adores.
-Liz
book13—how approprite is that?
Susan G said on 07.24.08 at 02:11 PM • [comment link]
I adore my biker witch name - Easy Edna Flat Foot.
I am laughing before I even get to read the book. Count me in!
Hope said on 07.24.08 at 02:22 PM • [comment link]
This book just went on my TBR list. It sounds like such a kick in the pants.
Your Truly
Mosquito Bite Marcie Pothole Jumper
KathyBaug said on 07.24.08 at 02:26 PM • [comment link]
Leggy Lucy Hard Rider here. This sounds like a fun book. I’m a sucker for a clever dog!
Kathy
Lorelie said on 07.24.08 at 02:29 PM • [comment link]
Looney Libby Pothole Jumper. I’m apparently your sister, Sarah. Or maybe third cousin once removed who turns out to be the villainess?
BethC said on 07.24.08 at 02:30 PM • [comment link]
Another “Rubber Neck Reba No Pants” here….
S. W. Vaughn said on 07.24.08 at 02:38 PM • [comment link]
What a fun interview! This book sounds like a scream. Sign me up for the drawing, please . . .
Luv,
Looney Libby Steel Butt
Barbara said on 07.24.08 at 02:48 PM • [comment link]
This sounds great…Sounds like it will be a fun read…
Signed,
Spaghetti Neck Stella No Pants
(is that pants as in trousers or pants as in underwear…oh, this could go so wrong so quickly)
Cassie said on 07.24.08 at 02:50 PM • [comment link]
Pretzel Legged Peggy Windy Pants
Wtf??? I am not pretzel legged!
I’m not even going to mention the ending part of the name…
BeccaG said on 07.24.08 at 02:53 PM • [comment link]
Pretzel Legged Peggy Steel Butt-proud memeber of the Butt Clan, I guess. There’s a joke in there somewhere, it’s just too early to get it out.
Ana said on 07.24.08 at 02:55 PM • [comment link]
LOL, another fun interview Angie! Excellent!
Don’t sign me up for the draw - I already read (and enjoyed very much) The Accidental Demon Slayer - you guys are in for a treat.
The geriatric witches , the talking dog, the fact that Lizzie is incapable of cursing because she is a pre-school teacher , all makes for a very fun read.
elinyx said on 07.24.08 at 02:56 PM • [comment link]
Sounds awesome.
Signed
Linda the Lush Fancy Pants
KCfla said on 07.24.08 at 02:57 PM • [comment link]
Lust Lucinda Flat Foot would dearly love to read this story!
Srsly!
kthx!
jenifer said on 07.24.08 at 03:03 PM • [comment link]
Fast Frankie Bumpy Pants here saying maybe I need to work on the Bumpy Pants bit. But if I read this book, I might just laugh my butt off, making the pants a wee bit less bumpy? Works for me.
Debra Date said on 07.24.08 at 03:06 PM • [comment link]
Linda the Lush Fast Pants is putting this in her TBR pile. This sounds freakin hilarious :)
low97 - Are these pants supposed to do that ?
snarkhunter said on 07.24.08 at 03:08 PM • [comment link]
Ooh, WANT. This book sounds *awesome*—and so does Angie, actually. I’m definitely putting this on the “buy ASAPATDID” (that’s “as soon as possible after the dissertiation is done”) list.
-Candy Knickers Pothole Jumper
(Candy Knickers!!)
Laurie said on 07.24.08 at 03:08 PM • [comment link]
Two Date Tessa No Brakes
Errrr ... Well, that’s interesting. *Raises eyebrow* Does the “No Brakes” refer to the biker part of this name or the “Two Date” part ... or do I want to know?
reneesance said on 07.24.08 at 03:09 PM • [comment link]
hilarity! My parent Jack Russell would have been a biker dog but instead he had to settle for a Jeep and a Tractor
Charis said on 07.24.08 at 03:13 PM • [comment link]
Spaghetti Neck Stella Steel Butt
Steel Butt, Iron Butt - really, what’s the difference?
Phyl said on 07.24.08 at 03:15 PM • [comment link]
Fast Frankie Windy Pants.
I seem to have some relatives here. Hilarious interview, too.
Don’t enter me in the drawing. I’ve got a kid w/ Type 1. I’ll buy the book. Thanks for supporting the auction.
Natasha said on 07.24.08 at 03:15 PM • [comment link]
This sounds hilarious
Yours,
Two Date Tessa Lug Nut
aka Natasha
Lizzie (greeneyed fem) said on 07.24.08 at 03:19 PM • [comment link]
Ooo, I’ll play! The book sounds fun, fun, fun. :)
Lizzie (greeneyed fem) said on 07.24.08 at 03:21 PM • [comment link]
And my name?
Owl Eyed Olive Steel Butt—LOVE it.
Nonnie said on 07.24.08 at 03:22 PM • [comment link]
Lusty Lucinda Flat Foot here and I would love to read this book! Ms. Fox’s “voice” in the interview made me want to read her author “voice”!
Lil' Deviant said on 07.24.08 at 03:27 PM • [comment link]
I think this sounds great. I am going to have to hunt this one down.
Your Friend
Mantrap Marcie Bumpy Pants
Sarah said on 07.24.08 at 03:29 PM • [comment link]
Candy Knickers Hard Rider
And my first thought was “wouldn’t that be kind of sticky?” I suppose it’s better than Hard Candy Knickers Rider.
I really want to read this book now—it sounds like the perfect thing to take my mind off of my dissertation.
Jamie said on 07.24.08 at 03:29 PM • [comment link]
Mine is Candy Knickers Pothole Jumper. And now all I can imagine is a pair of edible undies jumping over a pot hole.
elianara said on 07.24.08 at 03:32 PM • [comment link]
That sounds hilarious! I would love to read that book.
Yours,
Leggy Lucy Hard Rider
CT said on 07.24.08 at 03:36 PM • [comment link]
I need to read this book more than I need to breathe. It sounds right up my alley. Unfortunately, my husband has placed a book-buying moratorium on our house ever since he realized that I spent $70 on books last week. Oops.
PICK ME!
Lori said on 07.24.08 at 03:36 PM • [comment link]
If the interview made me grin, the book itself is a definate must read.
And so says Lusty Lucinda Windy Pants.
(I might use that as a pen name.)
Sandra Schwab said on 07.24.08 at 03:38 PM • [comment link]
The Accidental Demonslayer sounds fantastic!
You’re far more disciplined than I am, Snarkhunter ... sorry, Mz Candy Knickers. I don’t even have a ASAPATNCOTDDID (as soon as possible after the next chapter of the dratted dissertation is done”) list. :)
Cheers,
Skullcap Sue Wheelie-Gig
Erin said on 07.24.08 at 03:47 PM • [comment link]
Defintely a must-read. And please refer to me as Mantrap Marcie Wheelie-Gig from now on! Thanks for the great interview!!
Jody W. said on 07.24.08 at 03:51 PM • [comment link]
Loser Lucy Four Wheels is my name.
Ok, not really, but it fits. The book sounds great! Must get.
Stephanie said on 07.24.08 at 03:58 PM • [comment link]
Dude! Very interested. I’m Skullcap Sue Flat Foot, which might me more accurate if I didn’t have ridiculously high arches . . .
Also, I want to be a geriatric biker witch. With a dog.
Mia said on 07.24.08 at 04:05 PM • [comment link]
Mosquito Bite Marcie Bumpy Pants here just popping in to say hi to all my fellow Bumpy Pants and I want that book!
Virginia Hendricks said on 07.24.08 at 04:08 PM • [comment link]
Candy Knickers Pothole Jumper
Looks like a fun book!
lilywhite said on 07.24.08 at 04:12 PM • [comment link]
This sounds like a fun book.
Signed,
Hog Wild Harriet Uni-Brow
Jessa Slade said on 07.24.08 at 04:13 PM • [comment link]
Hey, Angie. Fellow RCRW here. What an inspiring story about finding your voice. From the excerpt, I can see why the editor snapped it up. In a week! Sweet.
Spaghetti Neck Stella No Brakes
snarkhunter said on 07.24.08 at 04:13 PM • [comment link]
Hah! Not really. But I am turning the thing in to my committee in two weeks—and all of next week I’m going to be at Dickens Camp. So I basically have like 3 days in which to finish. Fortunately, I am (mostly) done. Just down to the tinkering and the [insert long stream of very, very creative foul language here] introduction revisions and conclusion.
Because of frantic lack of time, I haven’t cracked a new book for fun in weeks.
Leslie G said on 07.24.08 at 04:16 PM • [comment link]
Great interview. Sounds like a fun read.
Signed,
Buck Toothed Betty No Brakes
Denise said on 07.24.08 at 04:30 PM • [comment link]
Ooh, sounds like a fun book. Though I heartily disagree with my biker witch name. Linda the Lush Uni-Brow. Nope, my brows are rather scrawny and no uni-brow in sight.
wheresmytea said on 07.24.08 at 04:35 PM • [comment link]
This book sounds like just the sort of pick me up I need. Also, I have a Jack Russell called Judy. That seals the deal, right?
Skullcap Sue Fast Pants
Becky A said on 07.24.08 at 04:38 PM • [comment link]
Rubber Neck Reba No Brakes
Oh the irony of needing to get my car inspected soon and being a No Brakes. *sigh* At least it’s more exciting than the last time someone gave me a ‘Reba’ nickname.
Excited about meeting Angie at Chick Lit & Chocolate in August!
Valor said on 07.24.08 at 04:56 PM • [comment link]
I break my longtime lurking cover to report my name as Mosquito Bite Marcie Windy Pants. Infinitely better than my real last name, anyway…..
Veronica Windy Pants?
Dorilys said on 07.24.08 at 04:58 PM • [comment link]
I want a book! Please!
Hugs and kisses ~
Lusty Lucinda Wheelie-Gig
Is a wheelie-gig a real object?
I’m cool with the Lusty Lucinda part tho!
Chicklet said on 07.24.08 at 04:58 PM • [comment link]
Oh, this sounds like a Must Read. Please enter Two Date Tessa Lug Nut in the contest, although normally I answer to Chicklet.
Dorilys said on 07.24.08 at 05:00 PM • [comment link]
KCfla!
You have my name. Gasp! Lets make a club!
Lusty Lucinda Wheelie-Gig
Harmony said on 07.24.08 at 05:09 PM • [comment link]
I am, quite appropriately, Chesty Drawers Fast Pants, and I am looking forward to reading Angie’s book!
Sandra Schwab said on 07.24.08 at 05:09 PM • [comment link]
Now I totally hate you. I still have another 100, or maybe 200 pages to go. *sigh* But hey, the dissertation is the perfect excuse to go on a research trip to London this autumn! :)
Good luck with your introduction and conclusion!
Jenica said on 07.24.08 at 05:09 PM • [comment link]
Sounds hilarious…we all knew that a toilet brush should be multi-purpose, right?
~Mantrap Marcie Lug Nut
Angie Fox said on 07.24.08 at 05:13 PM • [comment link]
You’re cracking me up here. I had no idea there were so many lusty women around here, not to mention those of you with steel butts.
So glad everyone is having fun with the quiz - it was a kick to write, as was the book. :)
LeaF said on 07.24.08 at 05:16 PM • [comment link]
My Biker Witch Name is Fast Frankie Fast Pants. A name my husband will definitely love….
Paranormal Romance is my favourite and this book sounds like a must read, combining humour with the most original demon fighting heroine I’ve heard of!! lol
And, with the addition of a dog as a sidekick which, I love (there are 3 living with me), the book is now on my TBR list. .
So, to Angie Fox I say - kudos!!!
Ahlison said on 07.24.08 at 05:17 PM • [comment link]
Fast Frankie of the Steel Butt clan says count me in!
Katie Ann said on 07.24.08 at 05:31 PM • [comment link]
Leggy Lucy Bumpy Pants…heh, I am not so leggy, but I’m giggling so hard over the “bumpy pants” part…
Eve said on 07.24.08 at 05:40 PM • [comment link]
Chesty Drawers Lug Nut here….
The book sounds great! I’d love to be in the drawing. :)
Rose W. said on 07.24.08 at 05:41 PM • [comment link]
Candy Knickers Pothole Jumper… um…
anyway - it sounds like a great read and is now going on the pile
Thanks!
Laura said on 07.24.08 at 05:43 PM • [comment link]
Oooh, must read!! I would love to win a copy of this one, but if not I am sure to put it on my must buy to read list!!
And my name is:
Mosquito Bite Marcie Steel Butt
Hmmm. “Mosquito Bite” used to be a derogatory name for the flat chested when I was a youngster, which I most decidedly am not..;)
And “Steel Butt”
. How I wish!!!
ChristineP said on 07.24.08 at 05:52 PM • [comment link]
My husband is about to buy his first motorcycle, and I used to work for a Harley mag. Does that qualify? This book sounds like a scream!
-Spaghetti Neck Stella Steel Butt (I wish…I don’t think I’ve ever had buns of steel…)
Breanna said on 07.24.08 at 05:55 PM • [comment link]
Pretzel Legged Peggy Lug Nut
I love it!
tracyleann said on 07.24.08 at 06:05 PM • [comment link]
Another Rubber Neck Reba Fancy Pants who would love to get hold of this book…
Sarah said on 07.24.08 at 06:16 PM • [comment link]
You can also color me jealous, snarkhunter, both about the dissertation and the intriguing sound of “Dickens Camp.” Good luck with that stuff!
Catherine said on 07.24.08 at 06:20 PM • [comment link]
This sounds great. I love the food description of the book. Mmmmmm… it made me hungry.
I love the motorcycle topic. I’m more a sports bike fan, but harleys are cool too. Nothing better than riding on my hubby’s busa with him.
My name is apparently Mosquito Bite Marcie No Brakes. Interesting.
Sarah B said on 07.24.08 at 06:33 PM • [comment link]
Two Date Tessa No Pants
Awesome sauce! This books sounds super good.
snarkhunter said on 07.24.08 at 06:40 PM • [comment link]
Ooh, now I’m jealous!! The most exotic location I got to visit for my research was the New York Public Library. Oh, and the Houghton up at Harvard. Exciting! (Actually, it was. I love libraries. But London! I’ve never been to England. And my dissertation is on 19th century British poetry!)
Melissandre said on 07.24.08 at 06:47 PM • [comment link]
Owl Eyed Olive No Pants
I must now read this book.
PK said on 07.24.08 at 06:52 PM • [comment link]
Leggy Lucy Lug Nut in da house!!!
Glitterbean said on 07.24.08 at 06:53 PM • [comment link]
Oh! That sounds like a great book!
Please include me in the contest.
-Candy Knickers Bumpy Pants
Catherine J. said on 07.24.08 at 06:54 PM • [comment link]
My name is Mantrap Marcie Uni-brow.
. . . well, whaddaya know.
Shary said on 07.24.08 at 06:57 PM • [comment link]
Crumple Toed Chessie Fancy Pants
That’s me! The last time I was on a motorcycle, I got road rash scars. Can’t wait to read how the pre-school teacher does on a bike. I’ll be looking for this one in the bookstore if I’m not lucky enough to win a copy.
Marsbars said on 07.24.08 at 07:02 PM • [comment link]
Spaghetti Neck Stella Steel Butt
Wow I have always wanted a ridiculous number of contrived middle names.
Enter me in the contest please…
I wonder if there are any biker gangs that take their cats on the road. I am 90% sure I couldn’t sedate any of mine enough to get on a motorcycle, but there has to be some adventurous feline out there who would love to feel the wind in their whiskers.
Ocy said on 07.24.08 at 07:03 PM • [comment link]
I’m Looney Libby Lug Nut. What do you think the odds are I can actually convince the husband to start calling me that?
Rachel said on 07.24.08 at 07:06 PM • [comment link]
Oh WOW this sounds awesome. *grabby hands*
....apparently I am Chesty Drawers No Pants. WOO.
Sugarless said on 07.24.08 at 07:09 PM • [comment link]
I’d definitely be interested to read some by Angie
Skullcap Sue Uni-Brow
That sounds attractive
Kaite said on 07.24.08 at 07:13 PM • [comment link]
Pretzel Legged Peggy Hard Rider-heh. I might actually use it in some social situation, if you want the truth.
And my dog totally wants to be a Harley Dog. Every time we pull up next to a biker at a stoplight, he practically hikes himself out the window to make friends. He’s not friendly to other car drivers, just bikers.
I wonder if he’s got a leather jacket in his closet or something….
kerry said on 07.24.08 at 07:14 PM • [comment link]
Sounds like a very cool book. I’d love to read it!
Kerry, aka yet another Rubber Neck Reba Windy Pants
SusanL said on 07.24.08 at 07:24 PM • [comment link]
Sounds like fun, and I need fun!
Buck Toothed Betty No Pants
Beadgirl said on 07.24.08 at 07:29 PM • [comment link]
Ooh, ooh ooh! Pick me, bitches, I’m ever so smart!
—Skullcap Sue Wheelie-Gig
Angie Fox said on 07.24.08 at 07:37 PM • [comment link]
Hi Kaite - You might also want to check your dog’s closet for a pair of Doggles - that’s what they call those little biker goggles they make for dogs.
Ah, what one must research in the name of good reading…
Christine said on 07.24.08 at 07:46 PM • [comment link]
Yes, please!
I’m Linda the Lush Hard Rider, apparently. How can I be lush and hard all at once? The imagination reels…
Kristin Lawrence said on 07.24.08 at 07:57 PM • [comment link]
I always thought preschool teachers need to have more fun.
Crumple Toed Chessie Hard Rider - whatever that means
willa said on 07.24.08 at 08:08 PM • [comment link]
Oooh, wonderful interview, interesting and fun-sounding book! Add me into the contest as Skullcap Sue Wheelie-Gig. Awesome!
Sandra D said on 07.24.08 at 08:12 PM • [comment link]
This book sounds right up my alley! Funny, bikers, demons, oh yeah, sign me up! If I don’t win I’ll buy it guaranteed.
Crumple Toed Chessie Wheelie-Gig
SonomaLass said on 07.24.08 at 08:20 PM • [comment link]
Lusty Lucinda Flat Foot. Nice alliteration—does it mean I can still wear my Birkenstocks?
This book sounds great, and the interview was a ton of fun to read. Ms. Angie Fox has a great “voice.”
I would love to have this book for my daughter-in-law-to-be (in eight days, wow); she’s a pre-school teacher and loves dogs.
Rene S said on 07.24.08 at 08:32 PM • [comment link]
Leggy Lucy Wheelie-Gig (c’est moi) would love a copy of this book. It sounds excellent, and it sounds like it was a blast to write.
My brother-in-law used to ride a Harley. I always thought he should get a sidecar for his dogs. Little did I know!
Sandia said on 07.24.08 at 08:44 PM • [comment link]
Buck Toothed Betty Hard Rider
Tina C. said on 07.24.08 at 09:08 PM • [comment link]
Christine wrote
I think they probably mean “lush”, as in “someone who drinks ALOT”. So, you’d be a hard-drinking, hard-riding Linda. Now, me, I’m Fast Frankie Steel Butt. (Obviously, nobody took a very close look at said butt before inducting me into the Steel Butt clan. I would think the Marshmellow Butt clan would have been much more appropo!)
As for the book, it sounds like lots of fun! *crossing fingers that my number comes up this time*
Suzanne said on 07.24.08 at 09:11 PM • [comment link]
Easy Edna Fast Pants here lookin’ to score…a free book, that is.
Thankfully, I did not get stuck with a Uni-Brow or a Skullcap…poor Sugarless, she got both.
Aimee said on 07.24.08 at 09:18 PM • [comment link]
Just call me “Leggy Lucy No Pants” and sign me up!
Lori said on 07.24.08 at 09:22 PM • [comment link]
The book sounds really fun, my biker name somewhat less so. I’m Owl Eyed Olive Bumpy Pants. It’s seriously time to lay off the chocolate when even the voices in the internets know about your cellulite.
Ann said on 07.24.08 at 09:29 PM • [comment link]
What a neat interview. I love your story about how you started the novel too. I’m MOSQUITO BITE MARCIE POTHOLE JUMPER. Hmmm… I don’t have a mosquito bite just yet, maybe it’s forshadowing?
Stacey P. said on 07.24.08 at 09:33 PM • [comment link]
Skullcap Sue No Brakes here, heh.
Colleen said on 07.24.08 at 09:40 PM • [comment link]
Lusty Lucinda Fast Pants checking in - excellent interview - I love light hearted “laugh out loud” reading now and again so I’ll be sure to give Angie’s book a try! Will have to keep the book away from my two doggers though… I can’t have them getting ideas about riding on a bike with me ala Miz Gulch!
Freda said on 07.24.08 at 09:54 PM • [comment link]
Mosquito Bite Marcie Wheelie-Gig wants this book!
Eli said on 07.24.08 at 10:01 PM • [comment link]
Chesty Drawers Hard Rider…
Which is weirdly appropriate.
And I want this book!
Lynda the Guppy said on 07.24.08 at 10:02 PM • [comment link]
Let me get this straight…
1. Demon slayer
2. Fun and funny dog
3. Quirky characters
I am sooooo there. Sign me up!
Love,
Chesty Drawers Lug Nut
Karen said on 07.24.08 at 10:30 PM • [comment link]
Yes, it was good for me.
Leggy Lucy Wheelie-Gig
Spoon said on 07.24.08 at 11:17 PM • [comment link]
My biker name is Pretzel Legged Peggy Uni-Brow. I gotta say it feels authentic, if only because only bikers (or the guys I work with) would do such wacky things with hyphens.
Also, this series sounds like an incredible amount of awesome. When I go into the library to renew all of the books I’ve got out, I’m looking this one up.
Maya said on 07.24.08 at 11:22 PM • [comment link]
apparently i’m
SPAGHETTI NECK STELLA WHEELIE-GIG.
i’m cool with that!
Renee Somebody said on 07.24.08 at 11:33 PM • [comment link]
Okay, is it the Pants family, and each group gets an adjective to differentiate them?
And is the other Two Date Tessa No Pants my identical twin sister? And if I’m not wearing pants, how do I hold out for the second date?
But I am so in on this book, it sounds great!
Eva Lynn said on 07.24.08 at 11:37 PM • [comment link]
I am Decidedly Intrigued.
—Looney Libby Lug Nut
ev said on 07.24.08 at 11:56 PM • [comment link]
I would love a copy of the book.
Thank you,
Mosquito Bite Marcie Wheelie-Gig.
spamword- police44. yeah.
shaina said on 07.25.08 at 12:04 AM • [comment link]
oo, i want! looks like a lot of fun!
~Rubber Neck Reba No Brakes (wtf?) :-D
KristenMary said on 07.25.08 at 12:06 AM • [comment link]
I am now Looney Libby No Brakes.
This book sounds like fun. Just what I’ve been looking for lately. Count me in!
Melissa L. said on 07.25.08 at 12:16 AM • [comment link]
That book sounds so damn funny! I’m gonna have to keep an eye out for when I make my next trip to the book store. Thanks for the entertaining interview.
Marilyn said on 07.25.08 at 12:45 AM • [comment link]
This book sounds like a hoot. I can’t wait to read it.
Owl Eyed Olive Lug Nut. That’s good…right?
Caffey said on 07.25.08 at 12:57 AM • [comment link]
I heard about Angie’s book when I saw it on Preview on Dorchester and just been so looking forward to this! I read excerpt too from a promo and love the voice of the writing! This is going to be a great read. I’d love to be in the contest!
Hehe, I’m Buck Toothed Betty Fancy Pants! That was hilarious! I like that I got good pants :D
Vicki said on 07.25.08 at 01:06 AM • [comment link]
I got some good stuff from Brenda’s auction but, next year, I am so bidding on you guys! The interview was great. The book sound great. I want to learn to ride a hog (magic I already do) and teach my dog to ride. Yeah, magic hog riding grannies! Got to go look up my name next. Oh, and I hope I get a copy of that book by hook or by magic…..
Annette said on 07.25.08 at 02:22 AM • [comment link]
I really really really want this.
I’ll get it one way or another.
-Mosquito Bite Marcie Wheelie-Gig
(Duplicates an earlier name, but that’s what I get for not getting there sooner. I like spamword “who69” better, lol.)
Stephanie said on 07.25.08 at 02:34 AM • [comment link]
My new name is Pretzel Legged Peggy Fancy Pants
I can’t wait to get this book!
dragonfly said on 07.25.08 at 02:51 AM • [comment link]
Hi there from Looney Libby Hard Rider! You can all just call me Looney….. scary thing is that my friends already do!!! It would be great to receive one of the copies….particularly as I’m one of the few (I think) that is not from the States and keep telling uni classmates etc about this fab site…. hint hint (nudge nudge wink wink).
jessica said on 07.25.08 at 03:28 AM • [comment link]
Mine is:
Mantrap Marcie Windy Pants
I particularly like the Mantrap part, lol. This book seems right up my alley!
Christine (another one) said on 07.25.08 at 03:29 AM • [comment link]
MANTRAP MARCIE FANCY PANTS
Hmmm… would I be wearing pants if I were a Mantrap? Not so sure.
I’d love to read The Accidental Demon Slayer!
Berni said on 07.25.08 at 03:30 AM • [comment link]
I have *got* to read this book!
My name is Easy Edna Lug Nut.
Pamk said on 07.25.08 at 03:50 AM • [comment link]
Buck Toothed Betty Fancy Pants
roflmfao I have to got read this one. Love the cover and this is too funny.
Carrie said on 07.25.08 at 03:57 AM • [comment link]
Oh, that is brilliant! I’m so getting this book.
Love,
Leggy Lucy No Brakes
futuregrad said on 07.25.08 at 04:28 AM • [comment link]
I have to read this book! Lusty Lucinda Lug Nut is on her way to the bookstore. The Accidental Demon Slayer looks awesome, kudos!
Joanne said on 07.25.08 at 05:24 AM • [comment link]
And if you come late to the party you get named Lusty Lucinda No Pants .... and you love it.
Great interview and the book is on my to-buy list, thanks!
Madd said on 07.25.08 at 05:55 AM • [comment link]
Mantrap Marcie Fast Pants here! I gots me the fastest pants in the West! Able to trip and tie up any man before he even thinks of making a fast getaway!
The book sounds like it’s right up my alley. I’m definitely going to want to pick it up!
KJsGrrl said on 07.25.08 at 05:57 AM • [comment link]
Please pick me. I"m intrigued by the plot. CAnt wait to read it.
btw..my biker name is “Skullcap Sue Bumpy Pants ” ...hmm, I’m down with the Skullcap, but the worried about the bumps in my pants! haha
Ashley said on 07.25.08 at 06:42 AM • [comment link]
Owl-Eyed Olive Bumpy Butt. I think I resent that bumpy butt but hey.
Renee said on 07.25.08 at 08:08 AM • [comment link]
The book sounds like great fun!
Yours truly,
LOONEY LIBBY FANCY PANTS ;-)
Add a Comment
Sorry, comments are now closed for this post.