tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.comments2024-01-07T00:34:47.171-05:00Tananarive Due's Reading CircleTananarivehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02113577630252549932noreply@blogger.comBlogger168125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-43333154628869038032015-09-04T20:08:20.503-04:002015-09-04T20:08:20.503-04:00Post-script: I didn't have room in my post for...Post-script: I didn't have room in my post for this anecdote, but we had some race issues on the set of our short film--but from the other end. One involved a Confederate flag that was originally hanging at Mike's Trading Post: was supposed to be a bumper sticker on a car outside, but we couldn't find a bumper sticker, so ended up with a flag hanging inside. One white crew member from the South thought we were denigrating the flag, another white crew member thought it made Mike look like a jerk. (We'd planned to have the bumper sticker as a corner-of-the-eye kind of thing, like the thick rope inside: imagery from history to put viewers ill at ease.) We ended up taking the flag down, which was the right call because it was way too big. We used a smaller one on the saddle, but you really can't see it well. Doesn't matter. Second issue: the mannequin. The director forgot to get the "coverage" of the mannequin they were using for target practice in the woods, so for a long time the shot was literally "add mannequin here." We even entered it in Sundance like that, unfinished. So when the mannequin shot was finally inserted, we had a bit of color shock: since the mannequin was white, the line "Remember what THEY did" felt more political than it was intended. (And we heard about it from a white woman at the screening, who was offended.) So whether or not you agree with my Fear the Walking Dead post, I've been on the other side of it: and even when I don't agree, I take objections seriously and use them as food for thought in the future.<br />Tananarivehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02113577630252549932noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-74418301856994641352013-11-04T19:38:29.432-05:002013-11-04T19:38:29.432-05:00 Have you thought about a graphic novel or comicbo... Have you thought about a graphic novel or comicbook series based on your characters? The African Immortals seem ripe for such an undertaking.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-91398485416407799602013-01-25T09:50:27.874-05:002013-01-25T09:50:27.874-05:00The pacing of this story is amazing. I literally f...The pacing of this story is amazing. I literally felt myself holding my breath as I read each word. I will be using Devil's Wake and Domino Falls in my next creative writing class. My students, who love zombie stories, need to see how it is done by the masters. Thank you for your talent and your perseverance. Angela Jackson-Brownhttp://www.angelajacksonbrown.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-53699475410453616472013-01-18T23:20:35.864-05:002013-01-18T23:20:35.864-05:00I want a My Soul To Keep movie series. I know the...I want a My Soul To Keep movie series. I know these books would easily crush the Harry Potter series & others if brought to life. Your are the Greatest!!! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-79936209552392111212012-08-28T23:43:21.782-04:002012-08-28T23:43:21.782-04:00And when does the second book come out? :)And when does the second book come out? :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-51566249954650811012012-07-24T07:57:05.486-04:002012-07-24T07:57:05.486-04:00Sounds fantastic, can't wait to give it a read...Sounds fantastic, can't wait to give it a read. First, I have to get to Book 4 of the Immortals. Love zombies.Robert George Richardshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15916453380243324639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-11145840909863268112012-07-17T15:42:36.757-04:002012-07-17T15:42:36.757-04:00Thanks so much to both of you! We're very exci...Thanks so much to both of you! We're very excited.Tananarivehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02113577630252549932noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-29696491260837619192012-07-17T10:15:23.131-04:002012-07-17T10:15:23.131-04:00Omg! After reading the excerpt, I cannot wait for ...Omg! After reading the excerpt, I cannot wait for this book! I can always depend on you all to bring the page turning excitement that I crave!Farrahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11082073366890793121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-58156057838315951352012-07-16T23:45:41.377-04:002012-07-16T23:45:41.377-04:00can't wait for the release!can't wait for the release!Freelancer's Funkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01764249275750673375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-58899910959222999892012-07-16T11:34:30.140-04:002012-07-16T11:34:30.140-04:00I will keep a copy of this beaitiful tribute to m...I will keep a copy of this beaitiful tribute to my friend, and your mother, Patricia.<br />We were so proud to sit in Lee Hall on the FAMU campus and hear you speak these loving words in such a composed and gentle way.<br />Pat was so proud of her family. <br />I will miss her. We often spoke of our "Quincy connection"; for my uncle. Jeff Rogers, knew the Powells very well.<br />Warm regards and love<br />Barbara & Jimmy AndersBarbara Andersnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-85788960124656969802012-05-27T12:55:31.716-04:002012-05-27T12:55:31.716-04:00OMG. I can't wait to read this novel!! :-D Con...OMG. I can't wait to read this novel!! :-D Congratulations! Are you and Steve going on tour?Tyhitia Greenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14070000168178880911noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-39801424162521391222012-05-27T12:54:34.729-04:002012-05-27T12:54:34.729-04:00Okay Tananarive, you totally made me teary-eyed. I...Okay Tananarive, you totally made me teary-eyed. I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She sounded like an outstanding human being. :-)Tyhitia Greenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14070000168178880911noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-75678895342383262332012-04-30T06:43:46.565-04:002012-04-30T06:43:46.565-04:00I wish they had opened the White House gates, invi...I wish they had opened the White House gates, invited her in, then told her there was no need to leave until her Mason jar was full.<br /><br />Pardon the pun, but I "dig" your Mother's idea. Sometimes you wish the world could stop to understand the huge meaning in small things.Wyman Stewarthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14246828004909260940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-40491637721086438572012-04-01T14:58:32.843-04:002012-04-01T14:58:32.843-04:00Beautiful words of a loving mother. Thank you for...Beautiful words of a loving mother. Thank you for having the courage to stand before all and speak about your mom. <br /><br />When my mother passed last June, my voice wasn’t there to say a long speech. My mother always volunteered me to speak for the family. I use to protest every time, but I know she wanted me to speak the words for her.<br /><br />I was able to say thank you to those who attended her memorial, but I couldn’t speak about the wonderful person she was. I was afraid the wall of strength that surrounded me through those difficult days would crumble if I began to talk. Staying strong during that time was probably harder than losing my mom. All I wanted to do was cry, but I knew had to plan and move forward.<br /><br />Thank you for your words and for sharing your mother’s experiences.<br /><br />I miss my mother every day, but I know her spirit lives in my heart and I pray your mother’s spirit does the same for you. Blessings to you and your family.LaShaundahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02882241010643308240noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-77460179438279467892011-11-05T00:30:28.227-04:002011-11-05T00:30:28.227-04:00Looking forward to this.Looking forward to this.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-21956970183841070592011-09-08T15:05:07.854-04:002011-09-08T15:05:07.854-04:00Thank you, thank you, thank you. My book club has ...Thank you, thank you, thank you. My book club has been patiently waiting on the next book. And it's finally here!!! Thank you for taking the time go back into that world for us. I can't wait to pick it up. And also begin my journey of writing, I'm sure I'll find your tips helpful as I struggle to find the time to match my desire to write. Peace and Love - DanaDananoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-11645653929674946982011-08-25T12:43:55.024-04:002011-08-25T12:43:55.024-04:00Hi
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I pre-ordered mine.How cool is that!!<br /><br />I pre-ordered mine.saraphenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11901259134387926833noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-4670739698205977202011-07-01T17:09:17.866-04:002011-07-01T17:09:17.866-04:00Just finished reading all 3 books again. Can't...Just finished reading all 3 books again. Can't wait for the 4th!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-80903765770034020872011-06-27T13:17:24.796-04:002011-06-27T13:17:24.796-04:00I just read your story on CNN.com and my prayers a...I just read your story on CNN.com and my prayers are with your Mom and everyone that loves her. I was particularly saddened by the news of her illness because a signed copy of your book, Freedom in the Family, sits on my office shelf in prominent view each day. Your Mom's story will continue to be an inspiration for me.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-25695714939722853992011-06-26T16:07:38.608-04:002011-06-26T16:07:38.608-04:00I made my way here from the CNN article. My inter...I made my way here from the CNN article. My interest in that article was piqued by the fact that I am in the middle of reading the book that you and your mother have written, "Freedom in the Family". I am so sorry to hear about your mothers current health fight. But I want both of you to know that, in writing your book, you have done a very valuable thing.<br /><br />My best wishes to both of you.Gaythiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00452722350108290000noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-69907881811857945542011-06-26T12:02:21.563-04:002011-06-26T12:02:21.563-04:00Anthony--Sorry it took so long to post your commen...Anthony--Sorry it took so long to post your comment, but thanks for your message, and good luck with your battle against HIV.Tananarivehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02113577630252549932noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-12109771306581298182011-05-15T06:32:45.697-04:002011-05-15T06:32:45.697-04:00Although my soul to take hasn't even been rele...Although my soul to take hasn't even been released yet....I can't wait to get my hands on it! I'm already looking forward to the 5th book in the trilogy!alissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11960249834320284569noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1223263059818367361.post-1251646292758272772011-05-14T20:07:24.534-04:002011-05-14T20:07:24.534-04:00OMG! I can not wait for this book! My friend &...OMG! I can not wait for this book! My friend & I were just wondering when the next installment would be out. Good to know its only a few short months away.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com