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Dianne Salerni

Dianne Salerni

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I am an elementary teacher and an author. My independently published YA novel, High Spirits (based on the true story of the Fox Sisters of New York) was picked up by Sourcebooks Inc in February of 2009. A new edition will be released in April 2010 under the new title: We Hear the Dead. A film option deal was also recently concluded, and a film... more »
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  • Patricia B

    Patricia B says

    I am putting this book on "MY Shelf"! I truely enjoyed it and would love for more people to be able to access this...I am recommending it to my book club.

    Posted 3 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Robin S

    Robin S says

    dsalerni,
    Is there a place to read chapter 1 of your book? Here is a link for chapter 1 of my husband's fantasy.


    http://www.michaelsullivan-author.com/Sample%20Chapter.pdf


    Robin
    robin.sullivan.dc@gmail.com
    Medieval fantasy series: The Crown Conspiracy (Oct 2008), Avempartha (April 2009)
    Upcoming Book Signings at: http://www.michaelsullivan-author.com/MichaelSullivan_Signings.html

    Posted 4 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Juliet W

    Juliet W says

    Hey Diane! High Spirits needs a movie... :)

    Posted 5 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Salsabrarian

    Salsabrarian says

    I think the appeal of Good Masters is limited, probably not one the average kid would pick up as pleasure reading. The kids at my library would not be drawn to it. I think the only way it works is if a child is really interested in that period, or has been studying it and is enjoying the study. I thought the presentation was a great way for kids to further appreciate that history.

    Posted 5 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Barbara

    Barbara says

    Hello Diane,
    As you are probably aware, Good Masters Sweet Ladies was written by school librarian for her students. It is a series of short "reader's theater" monologues with voices representing medieval individuals from all walks of life. The poetry and voice is lovely, and captures both the language and feel of the time. It was written to be performed. I think it would make an excellent book for a classroom unit of study - maybe paired with Aliki's A Medieval Feast. The play and a modified feast would make a terrific culminating activity. However, I can't see kids picking it up "just to read" The language is not easily accessible for younger readers and it wouldn't make a good research resource volume.

    I agree about A Single Shard. I loved that book, but the kids I worked with wouldn't touch it.

    Posted 5 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Mary L. Simonsen

    Mary L. Simonsen says

    Hi Diane, It's Mary Simonsen from the IAG. If I'm allowed a vote on your next venture, I vote for a book on Nellie Bly, someone I've always wanted to know more about.

    Posted 5 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Andie Z

    Andie Z says

    Wow, your website has lots of excellent information. And EKK is quite handsome!

    Posted 5 years ago. ( send a note )
  • cewco

    cewco says

    I, too, am a published author. However, "Tales from the Emporer's Kitchen" is not to be found on most book lists since it found its greatest success as a regional publication.

    As a story idea, how about the conflict of Doyle & Houdini told from a ghost's perspective? Silly as that seems from first glance, a story highlighting both the genius and prejudices of both men - while on opposite sides of this question - leaves alot of room for story development as you go.

    Posted 5 years ago. ( send a note )
  • MarvaDasef

    MarvaDasef says

    Hi Dianne: I'm still stumbling around in here, but maybe I'm getting the hang of it. Thanks for suggesting this place.

    Marva

    Posted 5 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Andie Z

    Andie Z says

    It was my pleasure! I just loved the book, so I'm glad you liked my review of it. It's gotten me really interested in the historical facts behind the novel, and I'm definitely planning to read more about it. Thanks for such a fantastic story!

    Posted 5 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Malle

    Malle says

    Hi!
    Thanks for the invite. Looking at your shelf you might enjoy reading Linnea Sinclair or Maria Snyder.

    I don't see your book on your shelf. Is it YA?

    If I was going to start with a C.J. Cherryh what should I start with? Is she more fantasy / does she have any romance (my preference).

    Posted 5 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Andie Z

    Andie Z says

    Hi!

    You probably don't recognize me, but I'm the reviewer who is reviewing HIGH SPIRITS for www.teensreadtoo.com. I'm a little over halfway through right now and I'm absolutely loving it!

    I have a rather long car ride tomorrow, so I'm hoping to finish it then, and write the review soon after. I only hope I can do it justice!

    Hope you're enjoying Shelfari!

    Posted 5 years ago. ( send a note )
  • JDVine_Publications

    JDVine_Publications says

    It's true; everyone does need friends. There are a lot of profiles on here and many of them are pretty inactive; but, I've found quite a few of active people. You just have to do a little bit of searching.

    Stop by and chat anytime!

    Posted 5 years ago. ( send a note )
  • JDVine_Publications

    JDVine_Publications says

    Thanks for adding me as a friend! I wish you the best of success on your book and future writings!

    Posted 5 years ago. ( send a note )
  • Debbie Fritter, Author

    Debbie Fritter, Author says

    Hi,

    Try one of the small press publishers like Whiskey Creek Press or Awe Struck. Go to http://www.epicauthors.com/pubcorner.html for a list of publishers and take it from there. Don't stop writing. Check out these publishers and see which one might fit you. If you have questions I'm more than happy to help if I can.

    Posted 5 years ago. ( send a note )

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