The vicarious thrills of friendship
Last night I had the pleasure and honor of representing Adam-Troy Castro at the Philip K. Dick Awards ceremony at Norwescon, given for the best science fiction paperback novel of the year. Adam's novel Emissaries from the Dead was nominated. Because Adam couldn't make it to the ceremony, I read an exercpt from the novel on his behalf and had the joy and privilege of accepting the award for him. (His win was a tie with "Terminal Mind" by David Walton.) I'm still buzzing over his win. I've known Adam nearly 20 years and knew from the early days that his work was amazing, so I was delighted to be there for him. And the book, by the way, is terrific. Go buy it.
Generally speaking, the convention has been terrific. My panels have all gone very well; I've spent time with great people (some of whom I haven't seen in years); and I sold some jewelry. Also? dreamline, inevitableguy, and mrdorbin are terrific roommates. I so rarely room with other folks; I forget how much fun it can be.
I have one more panel to participate in today, and a reception to attend. Otherwise, my schedule is free and I'm taking advantage of it.
Generally speaking, the convention has been terrific. My panels have all gone very well; I've spent time with great people (some of whom I haven't seen in years); and I sold some jewelry. Also? dreamline, inevitableguy, and mrdorbin are terrific roommates. I so rarely room with other folks; I forget how much fun it can be.
I have one more panel to participate in today, and a reception to attend. Otherwise, my schedule is free and I'm taking advantage of it.