I've heard through the crime writing grapevine that Sunshine has calmed down quite a bit since yesterday. He's thrown only four cell phones at his handlers--and the fourth, I must say, seems to have greatly exaggerated his injuries. (From what I hear, it's barely even a skull fracture.)
Anyway, Sunshine seems to have settled in quite comfortably. Which is good, because tonight is the big "Tartan Noir" panel, featuring Sunshine, Denise Mina and Ian Rankin, three of the biggest names in that moody little crime subgenre. But is it even a subgenre? Or just a clever bit of marketing shorthand? How much do labels mean to a writer like Ian Rankin, anyway? Is it possible that I'm test-driving some of my moderator questions in this very blog post? Find out tonight!
Actually, I'm fairly sure the event is booked solid, but never fear. Check back late tomorrow for a complete rundown. Wish us luck. And by "us," I mean "me." (Everyone else is a stone cold pro.)
You should have seen what Sunshine did with the framed poster he received last night. Shocking, I tell you. The locals will be talking about it for months.
ReplyDeleteBe sure to ask if the correct pronunciation is "Scutland" or "Scootland".
ReplyDeleteWhen I get my ARC of Hard Man(provided Harcourt remembers me) please try and convince Sunshine not to deliver it to me himself. A kilt would not suit me and I lack the polish fortitude to survive Scottish crime writers paying a visit
ReplyDeleteThe tartan noir event was superb, and you did a bang up job with the moderating. Congratulations.
ReplyDeleteAnd from the banter between Allan Guthrie and yourself on the night, can I also give congratulations on your forthcoming nuptials. ;-)