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darkcrow
Learned Scribe
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 Posted - 23 Mar 2008 : 04:47:58
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I'm farting around amazon putting books in my wishlist when I came across the book Mistshore : Ed Greenwood Presents Waterdeep by, Jaleigh Johnson. Release Date is September 2, 2008.
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Edited by - The Sage on 23 Mar 2008 07:24:34
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Wooly Rupert
Master of Mischief
USA
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BARDOBARBAROS
Senior Scribe
Greece
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Posted - 23 Mar 2008 : 09:37:24
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BARDOBARBAROS DOES NOT KILL.
HE DECAPITATES!!!
"The city changes, but the fools within it remain always the same" (Edwin Odesseiron- Baldur's gate 2) |
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Alaundo
Head Moderator
United Kingdom
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O Love
Acolyte
Germany
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Jaleigh J.
Forgotten Realms Author
USA
139 Posts |
Posted - 23 Mar 2008 : 16:40:31
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Originally posted by O Love
You can find some lines about it on Jaleigh's blog: http://jaleigh-johnson.livejournal.com/ Be warned, though, there is not much besides "Waterdeep" there. 
More than "Waterdeep?" You want more than a one-word blurb...demanding creatures, all of you. ;) I'll give you this bit, but no more, in case I get beaten with the NDA stick:
Everyone in Waterdeep has a story. The Watchman. The alley thief. The butcher. The shopkeeper's child. They were born to a city that has seen and endured history, magic and tragedy. But do they truly know their city? Do they truly understand their own stories?
Vague enough? When my editor clears it, I'll divulge more, stay tuned here and to my blog. |
http://www.jaleighjohnson.com
http://www.livejournal.com/users/jaleigh_johnson |
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The Sage
Procrastinator Most High
Australia
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Posted - 23 Mar 2008 : 23:52:08
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Originally posted by Jaleigh J.
Everyone in Waterdeep has a story. The Watchman. The alley thief. The butcher. The shopkeeper's child.
The Walking Statue.
Now that'd be a fun story. 
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They were born to a city that has seen and endured history, magic and tragedy. But do they truly know their city? Do they truly understand their own stories?
Interesting. Would you be able to tell us, at least, who you're working with in terms of Realmslore research for this novel?
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Jaleigh J.
Forgotten Realms Author
USA
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Posted - 24 Mar 2008 : 01:55:31
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Originally posted by The Sage
The Walking Statue.
Now that'd be a fun story.
Maybe next time around. ;)
As for Realmslore research, I worked with my editor, Susan Morris, and with Ed directly on several points. The circle couldn't get much bigger than that, because at the time I researched and wrote the majority of the novel, 4th edition and all its changes had not been announced yet. |
http://www.jaleighjohnson.com
http://www.livejournal.com/users/jaleigh_johnson |
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Rinonalyrna Fathomlin
Great Reader
USA
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Posted - 24 Mar 2008 : 13:50:20
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Jaleigh, thanks for the blurb.
I've mentioned elsewhere that my feelings about the 4E Realms are at best mixed (Mace Hammerhand's comment about seeing "a positive side to having a limb cut off" comes to mind--I know it's a bit extreme, but I find it apt), but that being said I look forward to seeing what you do with it. It sounds like the "little people" will matter in your novel (as they did in your last novel), and for me that's always a good thing. |
"Instead of asking why we sleep, it might make sense to ask why we wake. Perchance we live to dream. From that perspective, the sea of troubles we navigate in the workaday world might be the price we pay for admission to another night in the world of dreams."
--Richard Greene (letter to Time) |
Edited by - Rinonalyrna Fathomlin on 24 Mar 2008 13:50:49 |
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Jaleigh J.
Forgotten Realms Author
USA
139 Posts |
Posted - 25 Mar 2008 : 02:02:06
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Originally posted by Rinonalyrna Fathomlin
Jaleigh, thanks for the blurb.
I've mentioned elsewhere that my feelings about the 4E Realms are at best mixed (Mace Hammerhand's comment about seeing "a positive side to having a limb cut off" comes to mind--I know it's a bit extreme, but I find it apt), but that being said I look forward to seeing what you do with it. It sounds like the "little people" will matter in your novel (as they did in your last novel), and for me that's always a good thing.
Understood and appreciated, Rinonalyrna. The Realms are important to all of us, and these are enormous changes. I'm not here to tell you guys to throw out all your misgivings and buy my book. Whether you support 4th edition and the changes or not has to be a personal decision for each of you. For my part, I love the Realms and am excited to get to tell stories in the setting. Mistshore means a lot to me personally because it's Waterdeep, and Waterdeep has always been a big part of the Realms for me. If you choose to read the book, of course I'm thrilled and grateful, but if you don't, I completely respect that too.
On a lighter note, even if you don't buy the book, you all should really enter my release contest in September. The book comes out the month after Gen Con, and I'm plotting to obtain cool convention swag for part of the prize package. ;) |
http://www.jaleighjohnson.com
http://www.livejournal.com/users/jaleigh_johnson |
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darkcrow
Learned Scribe
USA
269 Posts |
Posted - 25 Mar 2008 : 02:17:01
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| Finally, I find something before OLove does. I'm excited about all the books coming out for the Realms and I especially look foward to reading and adding your book to my collection. |
May Tymora smile upon ye |
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Na-Gang
Learned Scribe
United Kingdom
348 Posts |
Posted - 25 Mar 2008 : 11:26:23
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| OOOOOOOOOH!!! |
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Rinonalyrna Fathomlin
Great Reader
USA
7106 Posts |
Posted - 25 Mar 2008 : 15:32:17
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Originally posted by Jaleigh J.
Understood and appreciated, Rinonalyrna. The Realms are important to all of us, and these are enormous changes. I'm not here to tell you guys to throw out all your misgivings and buy my book. Whether you support 4th edition and the changes or not has to be a personal decision for each of you. For my part, I love the Realms and am excited to get to tell stories in the setting. Mistshore means a lot to me personally because it's Waterdeep, and Waterdeep has always been a big part of the Realms for me. If you choose to read the book, of course I'm thrilled and grateful, but if you don't, I completely respect that too.
On a lighter note, even if you don't buy the book, you all should really enter my release contest in September. The book comes out the month after Gen Con, and I'm plotting to obtain cool convention swag for part of the prize package. ;)
Not to worry, I will likely buy your book. That being said, I'd love to enter the contest, too!
Thanks for understanding my feelings on the matter of the 4E Realms, as well. |
"Instead of asking why we sleep, it might make sense to ask why we wake. Perchance we live to dream. From that perspective, the sea of troubles we navigate in the workaday world might be the price we pay for admission to another night in the world of dreams."
--Richard Greene (letter to Time) |
Edited by - Rinonalyrna Fathomlin on 25 Mar 2008 15:32:55 |
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O Love
Acolyte
Germany
49 Posts |
Posted - 25 Mar 2008 : 17:08:46
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Originally posted by darkcrow
Finally, I find something before OLove does.
Are you challenging me? I only announced new cover images, until now. Firing away... |
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Jaleigh J.
Forgotten Realms Author
USA
139 Posts |
Posted - 25 Mar 2008 : 17:27:53
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Originally posted by darkcrow
I'm excited about all the books coming out for the Realms and I especially look foward to reading and adding your book to my collection.
Thanks, darkcrow and Rinonalyrna. Na-Gang, was that a good OOOOOH or a, "I just dropped a 4th edition Player's Handbook on my toe" OOOOOOH? ;) |
http://www.jaleighjohnson.com
http://www.livejournal.com/users/jaleigh_johnson |
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Na-Gang
Learned Scribe
United Kingdom
348 Posts |
Posted - 25 Mar 2008 : 18:15:25
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No, no, my pedal digits are fine. It was most definitely a good OOOOOH.
I'm going to be DMing a new campaign set in Waterdeep this year, so I will definitely be getting this. |
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Jaleigh J.
Forgotten Realms Author
USA
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Chosen of Moradin
Master of Realmslore
Brazil
1120 Posts |
Posted - 26 Mar 2008 : 00:47:57
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It's new? It's in Waterdeep? It's news about Waterdeep?
Well, count with me! This dwarf have a deep love for the city of splendors, so I'll take a good look in your book, Jaleigh.  |
Dwarf, DM, husband, and proud of this! :P
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Steven Schend
Forgotten Realms Designer & Author
USA
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Posted - 27 Mar 2008 : 15:25:15
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Count me in as interested too, Jaleigh.
Steven
someone with a proven interest in Waterdeep...and who's own book in that series seems to be coming out the same day..... |
For current projects and general natter, see www.steveneschend.com
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Rinonalyrna Fathomlin
Great Reader
USA
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Posted - 27 Mar 2008 : 17:32:03
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Originally posted by Steven Schend
Count me in as interested too, Jaleigh.
Steven
someone with a proven interest in Waterdeep...and who's own book in that series seems to be coming out the same day.....
That's annoying. It forces me to choose which one to read first. |
"Instead of asking why we sleep, it might make sense to ask why we wake. Perchance we live to dream. From that perspective, the sea of troubles we navigate in the workaday world might be the price we pay for admission to another night in the world of dreams."
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Jaleigh J.
Forgotten Realms Author
USA
139 Posts |
Posted - 27 Mar 2008 : 22:09:13
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Originally posted by Chosen of Moradin
It's new? It's in Waterdeep? It's news about Waterdeep?
Well, count with me! This dwarf have a deep love for the city of splendors, so I'll take a good look in your book, Jaleigh.
Thanks, Chosen. :)
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Steven
someone with a proven interest in Waterdeep...and who's own book in that series seems to be coming out the same day.....
Book launch party! ;) But seriously, in regards to reading order, Steven's is numerically first, so start with his, however, it should be noted that, unlike the War of the Spider Queen series, Mistshore is not connected to Blackstaff Tower, so you can read one independent of the other. The common element is, of course, Waterdeep.
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Mace Hammerhand
Great Reader
Germany
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Posted - 27 Mar 2008 : 22:17:58
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Do I understand this correctly: your novel takes place before the "abomination" of the new and improved and cool Realms?
Sorry, I can't hide the sarcasm and my feelings about the changes |
Mace's not so gentle gamer's journal My rants were harmless compared to this, beware! |
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Nimriel
Seeker
Sweden
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Posted - 27 Mar 2008 : 22:38:17
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| As far as I understand it's set in the new realm, but since I liked The Howling Delve I'll still read it . |
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The Hooded One
Lady Herald of Realmslore
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Posted - 28 Mar 2008 : 01:38:11
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Mace, Ed of the Greenwood tells me that although there are two elements of the story of Mistshore that are definitely "of the new," a good story can be enjoyed regardless of when it's set, just as we real-world people can enjoy good "historical" novels AND modern "set right now" yarns.
And he also told me that he really enjoyed Mistshore, and Blackstaff Tower, too, and another book in the series that he can't name just yet: "All quite different from each other, but all of them darned good reads. Yes, I'll be buying copies for my shelves, even though I've already read them each twice on my computer screen. I'm REALLY pleased with what I'm seeing."
Remember, all of these books are about Waterdeep, so if you truly hate all the rest of the Realms, just ignore it, and think of this series as possible futures of Waterdeep, just like all of the visions Scrooge experiences, in A CHRISTMAS CAROL . . .
love,
THO
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Jaleigh J.
Forgotten Realms Author
USA
139 Posts |
Posted - 28 Mar 2008 : 03:43:47
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Originally posted by Mace Hammerhand
Do I understand this correctly: your novel takes place before the "abomination" of the new and improved and cool Realms?
Sorry, I can't hide the sarcasm and my feelings about the changes
Hi Mace. :) The novel does take place in the new 4th editon Realms, but it is not connected as a sequel to Blackstaff Tower, so reading the books out of order will not matter, was the point I was trying to make. Sorry if I was unclear. |
http://www.jaleighjohnson.com
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Steven Schend
Forgotten Realms Designer & Author
USA
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Posted - 28 Mar 2008 : 03:45:17
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Originally posted by Jaleigh J.
... unlike the War of the Spider Queen series, Mistshore is not connected to Blackstaff Tower, so you can read one independent of the other. The common element is, of course, Waterdeep.
And, of course, the Moonpenguin of Boof.
Oh, wasn't I supposed to mention that? 
Steven
who thinks "Powerful big rats, gen'lmen" is a perfectly fine phrase for those who live down Dock Ward way.... |
For current projects and general natter, see www.steveneschend.com
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Jaleigh J.
Forgotten Realms Author
USA
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Jaleigh J.
Forgotten Realms Author
USA
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Rinonalyrna Fathomlin
Great Reader
USA
7106 Posts |
Posted - 28 Mar 2008 : 14:04:05
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Originally posted by The Hooded One
Mace, Ed of the Greenwood tells me that although there are two elements of the story of Mistshore that are definitely "of the new," a good story can be enjoyed regardless of when it's set...
Definitely true. |
"Instead of asking why we sleep, it might make sense to ask why we wake. Perchance we live to dream. From that perspective, the sea of troubles we navigate in the workaday world might be the price we pay for admission to another night in the world of dreams."
--Richard Greene (letter to Time) |
Edited by - Rinonalyrna Fathomlin on 28 Mar 2008 14:05:27 |
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BlackAce
Senior Scribe
United Kingdom
358 Posts |
Posted - 28 Mar 2008 : 22:27:34
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Heck! That's me with another two novels to add to the list. At this rate, I'm going to have to replace "the FR bookcase" with "the FR Library!"  |
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Steven Schend
Forgotten Realms Designer & Author
USA
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Posted - 20 Apr 2008 : 03:34:41
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Sorry. Insomnia and silliness have forced me to post plugs for the two books by Waterdhavian natives herein.
BLACKSTAFF TOWER: "Hey! I can see my house from here!"
MISTSHORE: "Gee, I hope I can get back to my house alive from here...."
Thank you. We now return you to your regularly scheduled discussions.
SES
who really, really needs more sleep.... |
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Mistshore : Ed Greenwood Presents Waterdeep
