Member: avisannschild

Hi ~

A while back, I co-edited a series of zines called Fire & Reason. I noticed that they are catalogued with LibraryThing because this information shows up under various entries when I google my name. When I visited the page here at LibraryThing, I noted that you are listed under "members".

I would appreciate it if you could please contact me. My email is gluckskafer@gmail.com.

With thanks,

Ariadne

posted by gluckskafer at 1:48 pm (EST) on Oct 22, 2009

No, sadly I wasn't able to go to BEA. My company distributes the book in Canada so we have ARCs. Haven't had a chance to read When Autumn Leaves yet, though.

posted by B.Kienapple at 8:12 pm (EST) on Jun 30, 2009

When Autumn Leaves looks interesting, eh? Email me about it when it comes out.

posted by B.Kienapple at 10:22 am (EST) on Jun 16, 2009

Your user name caught my eye. Should I be interpreting it as "Avis Ann Schild", or "Avis Ann's child" or "Avis, Ann's child"?

I'm wondering because my mother's name is "Avis Anne", making me "Avis Anne's child". :-)

posted by SugarCreekRanch at 10:35 am (EST) on Jun 2, 2009

Hi there. I noticed my book, Love and Other Natural Disasters, was in your library, and I wanted to let you know I'm doing an author chat for the next two weeks. It'd be great to see you there!
Holly Shumas

posted by hshumas at 12:10 pm (EST) on Mar 2, 2009

Love the picture of your cat on your profile! What nice colouring!

posted by Neverwithoutabook at 12:07 am (EST) on Jan 31, 2009

Wow that was fast Avis LOL. Perhaps this will work a little better.

posted by montrealgirl2005 at 4:32 pm (EST) on Jan 27, 2009

It definitely could have very well been me, but it's not. :) I grew up in a house surrounded by woods, in a house filled with books. And I have sort of curly hair. But, nope, not me. That would have been cool, though. :)

posted by thisismebecca at 8:34 am (EST) on Jan 21, 2009

Thanks! I can't take credit for taking the photo, though. I can't remember where I found it, but when I saw it I loved it as well! :) Thank you for stopping by!

posted by thisismebecca at 1:44 pm (EST) on Jan 20, 2009

Sarah's Key is taken already. Sorry.

posted by becky_quilts at 5:14 am (EST) on Jan 7, 2009

Don't be embarrased! I have books in my tbr pile that have been there for years! It's been a while since I read Chocolat. Is it worth reading again before reading the new one?

posted by jhedlund at 11:33 pm (EST) on Jan 6, 2009

ACK!!! lol! Thanks for letting me know! I revised the review when I was re-posting to my new blog which I shouldn't have done obviously. I probably got books mixed up. Where I got the name Claire from, I don't know! (Time Traveller's Wife? Outlander?? Must be something with time travel involved, because that seems to be affecting my postings! hah!) I'm going to check it and fix the name. I really appreciate you telling me and happy new year to you too!

posted by Myckyee at 6:54 pm (EST) on Dec 31, 2008

No problem; apologies again that it took so long. For what it's worth, it doesn't seem as though Penguin has posted my review of "Varieties of Religious Experience" either--they seem to be running as behind on the posting as the sending out of books. The bright side, I guess, is that I may be finished reading it by the time I'm able to add my comments to your review!

posted by Trismegistus at 3:05 am (EST) on Nov 25, 2008

I really enjoyed Testimony. It is one of my favorites this year, along with Life After Genius from M. Ann Jacoby!

posted by sagustocox at 10:08 am (EST) on Oct 27, 2008

hey! Nice to see you :) I love the kitty!

posted by Bbexlibris at 7:12 pm (EST) on Oct 7, 2008

I'm glad to hear it made it to you! Enjoy it!

posted by Lallybroch at 4:48 pm (EST) on Oct 6, 2008

Hi Avis, Yea I think you did thank me. Not sure though LOL..its oaky either way. I will be starting the book probably this week. I want to read songs for the missing as Donna would like to read it when I am done.

posted by montrealgirl2005 at 3:04 pm (EST) on Oct 6, 2008

I put it in Avis. See you tomorrow.

posted by montrealgirl2005 at 6:58 pm (EST) on Oct 3, 2008

I keep forgetting to tell you that No One You Know was mailed to you the end of last week. Hopefully it will make it to you soon!

posted by Lallybroch at 10:47 am (EST) on Sep 30, 2008

Wow, that's funny - I just saw the message you wrote me this second!! Thanks!! Sheri

posted by sherbear917 at 10:44 am (EST) on Sep 29, 2008

Nitestar has just informed me of the other Montrealers on here, so I just wanted to say hi!!

Sheri

posted by sherbear917 at 10:41 am (EST) on Sep 29, 2008

Glad it worked (finally!) Thanks for you patience/persistence with it!

posted by TooFondOfBooks at 6:52 am (EST) on Sep 29, 2008

Thank you so much for that information, I was already a member but I hadn't found the place to sign up to do reviews. I've made my request now. I'm so happy to have another souce for ARCs. I've done well with cold requests but they make me nervous and this is better. That was very kind of you. We should hit the 100 mark in books we share any time now. I'm glad to be your friend.

Sandra

posted by posthumose at 10:03 pm (EST) on Sep 26, 2008

Avis, thank you for the kind words on my blog! So glad you enjoy it. It's such fun for me to run it, and authors have been so generous with their stories. It definitely keeps ME inspired!

Meg

posted by megwaiteclayton at 11:03 pm (EST) on Sep 25, 2008

I added you on Book Blogs because I love your blog - you're in my Google Reader. Thanks for the friends invitation here.

posted by bermudaonion at 4:25 pm (EST) on Sep 25, 2008

Avis,

It's no problem about the book. I understand how it goes, believe me! I hope the move went well and that you are enjoying your fall.

Take care,

Julie

posted by jhedlund at 6:05 pm (EST) on Sep 22, 2008

Thanks very much for giving it a chance. I hope you enjoy it.

My best,

David

posted by Debershoff at 9:12 pm (EST) on Sep 10, 2008

Just wanted to let you know that I haven't had a chance to start No One You Know Yet. It's up next, but it will be next week before I get it out to you as I will be out of the office until Friday.

posted by Lallybroch at 1:51 pm (EST) on Sep 4, 2008

Hi Avis,

Thats okay I still have to reply to nitestar. It was a crazy weekend here. Went up north to a friends cottage for the day on Saturday, Sunday I started to get my son's stuff ready for school (double checking) and yesterday went with in laws vegetable picking. Today I take him for an hour and then tomorrow is a half day. The joys of starting kindergarden.

I am going to be posting on my blog the books I have to trade. If any peak your interest let me know and I will put them aside for when we meet up. I will be doing that this week some time.

posted by montrealgirl2005 at 8:48 am (EST) on Sep 2, 2008

Avis,
Thanks for the friends invite! I'm glad to see you here and I've got you added to my book
blog list on my blog. I see from your posts that you are from Montreal. I visited there when I was young and remember that it was a beautiful city.

~Bonnie

posted by redladysbooks at 10:00 pm (EST) on Sep 1, 2008

Hi Avis, yes we should put together a LT Montreal gathering. La BOOK ique is a second hand bookstore on Donegani. Its just off of Sources Blvd. Where abouts do you live on the Island? I am in pointe Claire.

posted by montrealgirl2005 at 4:30 pm (EST) on Aug 28, 2008

Avis, thanks for the cross post to 1st Books on your blog! I'm glad you're enjoying the blog. I always find stories of how much work it takes to get a book published oddly inspiring too. I think it's because when you're not getting published as an overnight success, you think you can't make it. But even most of the "overnight" successes take years to get there.

Do just leave a short comment on 1st books so I can enter you in the giveaway, if you'd like!

-Meg

posted by megwaiteclayton at 6:19 pm (EST) on Aug 22, 2008

Avis, are you the one who's put The Wednesday Sisters in the people/characters and Place libraries? I didn't even know about that feature. Very cool! Isn't LT wonderful?

Thank you!

Meg

posted by megwaiteclayton at 3:22 pm (EST) on Aug 22, 2008

I just had to tell you that I loved your book reviews. I have found that many people, avid readers or not, are not all that gifted when it comes to putting their thoughts down on paper. Reading your reviews was a lyrical experience. You're a wonderful writer.

posted by RachelfromSarasota at 8:31 pm (EST) on Jul 20, 2008

Hi: No problem. Next Thursday at noon would be fine. The street entrance is definitely University. Thanks and have a great weekend. Oh, about the book American Wife, I also received a copy of it and could not finish it - unfortunately, its not really my style of book. But I loved the cover - very beautiful. See you next week. TINA

posted by Nitestar at 7:55 am (EST) on Jul 12, 2008

Hi: I tried getting into the HC site and its very, very slow and acting up again. I can't wait for them to change the site :) I was not all that impressed with the selection, although there are a few I registered for. Thanks for letting me know the books were up.

I am looking forward to meeting you next week. TINA

posted by Nitestar at 12:49 pm (EST) on Jul 10, 2008

Hi Avis:

Tuesday at noon would be fine. Can you meet me at the Security desk in Place Ville Marie (the entrance is on University I think). Right by the elevators going to the 20th floor in 1 Place Ville Marie. I will be the one holding the book :) That works out great. I can scoot down to give you the book and then just head off to my meeting (I have a 12:15 meeting). Hope this is okay. Thanks.

posted by Nitestar at 8:30 am (EST) on Jul 10, 2008

Hi Avis:

I hope you are well. I was on the HC site the other day and noticed that they only have two books this month! I did not find all that many books on this site this time around (sigh!).

I live in Verdun and work at PVM regular business hours. Just let me know if its easier for you to meet me downtown or closer to Verdun and when. The only night I am really committed to something is Thursday night, or we can meet at PVM during lunchtime on Thursday if you would like. Just let me know. Thanks.

posted by Nitestar at 8:11 pm (EST) on Jul 8, 2008

Hi Avis,

No, I haven't read anything else by Elizabeth Gilbert (although I have a couple of her other books on my wishlist!). I had to put her on my list of favorite authors because Eat, Pray, Love had such a profound impact on my life, and I thought it was so well-written. Subsequently, I've seen her interviewed in different places, been to her website, and it seems like she's such an awesome person. Enjoy the book! I'm planning to re-read it again before the end of this year.

posted by jhedlund at 12:59 pm (EST) on Jul 3, 2008

Hi: I hope you are surviving 'the move'. I had the same HC problem. I was told to send my reviews to:

cory.beatty@harpercollins

so you could try that. Apparently, the website is not working properly and they are planning on launching a new one soon. In the meantime, I have been sending my reviews to this person, but this person is only to send reviews to. Hope this helps.

Thank you for the book offer, unfortunately, its not really what I read. However, if we can exchange any other future books that would be great.

I finally heard from some of the publicists on Shelf-Awareness and I am getting two books (YEAH!). All hope is not lost.

I still have your book so let me know when you would like to get it. Thanks alot.

posted by Nitestar at 7:08 pm (EST) on Jul 2, 2008

Hi: Thanks so much for the link. I have been lucky enough to get a book for the last 3 months. I got Dating makes you want to die. I just finished it and I am working on my review. I love HC. I have been totally unlucky with Shelf-awareness (as I mentioned). Its sometimes hard to hear about all the people on this site who seem to be getting so many free books from so many different places. I am happy for them, but I have to admit to being a tad jealous!

I have also noticed that there have been a few rough patches on the forum board on this site lately - I find book people can be weird sometimes about their books :) I never re-read most of my books and I don't have the space to keep them all so I like to give them away if I can - so I am always a little surprised when I see so many people being so militant about not giving their books away.

What books have you gotten from HC? Some months, their selection is better than others. TINA

posted by Nitestar at 5:41 pm (EST) on Jun 29, 2008

Hi. Can you tell me where on Booklounge.ca did you see anything about the editorial board? I have been searching on it (I do get the newsletter) and can't find it.

Don't you love how living in Quebec basically excludes us from almost every contest on the planet - except if they are run by loto quebec - talk about a monopoly (sigh!) Thanks. TINA

PS Hope the move is going well.

posted by Nitestar at 8:59 pm (EST) on Jun 28, 2008

Hi: Sure, the book is still yours. I work at PVM so anywhere around that area - whenever you are ready would be great. Thanks.

posted by Nitestar at 8:07 pm (EST) on Jun 18, 2008

Avis,

It's not a problem for me to wait for the book. I have a tbr pile that's over my head already! I'll be sending The Wishing Year tomorrow or Saturday. Thanks, and good luck with the move!

Julie

P.S. Is the address I have for you still going to be the correct one?

posted by jhedlund at 10:54 am (EST) on Jun 12, 2008

All fixed :)

posted by lgondelman at 3:26 pm (EST) on Jun 5, 2008

Hi Avis,

Do you still want my copy of The Wishing Year? I finished it a few days ago. I really liked it, although I didn't fall in love as I have with other books in that genre. I think it's definitely worth reading though. Feel free to read my (and others') review before you decide. If you do want it, just reply to me in a private message with your address. I'm making a big run to the Post Office on Friday, so it could go out then!

posted by jhedlund at 11:21 pm (EST) on Jun 4, 2008

Thanks and many happy trails to you as well :}mary

posted by rollout4u at 5:26 pm (EST) on Jun 4, 2008

Hi: Its nice to hear from you. Yes, I have to say that I do believe Comtesse de Segur holds up - of course, she is not JK Rowling, but I find her stories are still fully of love, mischief, harmless and depict a kindler time - which, I think, will appeal to some teens. I had a used bookstore for 4 years and it amazing to me the amount of adults around my age who came in to buy these books. The plan was to re-read them and then hopefully pass them along to their kids. My favorite in the series was Les Malheurs de Sophie!!! I have read and re-read that one about 20 times over the years.

As for the Butala book, if you want my arc copy, you can have it, if you want it. I work downtown so maybe I could just meet you and give it to you. Let me know. I am off to Toronto in a few minutes and won't be back until Friday evening. I will try to check my email, but it will be a little tough.

posted by Nitestar at 5:25 am (EST) on Jun 3, 2008

Hi: I just wanted to say hi. I live in Montreal as well. Let's hear it for us Montrealers!!!!

posted by Nitestar at 8:14 pm (EST) on May 30, 2008

Hey, avisannschild!

I've been posting in the "I Love Jane Austen" group. There's a relatively new thread that's currently discussing Northanger Abbey. What a hoot!

sunny_jim9

posted by sunny_jim9 at 9:28 pm (EST) on May 20, 2008

With visitors in all week, I haven't had a chance to read. But, looking forward to reading tonight!

posted by suncloud9 at 4:19 pm (EST) on May 20, 2008

Hey there! Meant to ask you -- how far are you with The Wednesday Sisters?

posted by suncloud9 at 2:23 pm (EST) on May 20, 2008

Yay! Yay! Yay! Me too!

posted by suncloud9 at 4:01 pm (EST) on May 15, 2008

Hiya! Very excited that someone has received The Wednesday Sisters. No, I didn't know about that link. I just checked it out... will probably write a line or two, if I've read the book by then, which I hope I have. Thank you, Avisannschild!

posted by suncloud9 at 2:40 pm (EST) on May 10, 2008

Hiya! Nope! No Spanish. I watched the whole thing this morning. I think I've seen it before... years ago on PBS. Makes me want to re-read her books and definitely finish Mrs. Dalloway.

posted by suncloud9 at 12:41 pm (EST) on May 9, 2008

Hello Avis:

I hope to start Weaving a Way Home this weekend.

I'll try to think of ideas for threads for Women of Mystery. I just read Elizabeth George's new book (which I think is one of her best in quite a while)so maybe we could use that book as a launching point for a group read/discussion?

Barb

posted by BarbN at 8:31 am (EST) on May 9, 2008

I had no idea they were making a movie of The Secret Life of Bees. I'm thrilled. When I read the story, I imagined Jena Malone as the main character. She may be too old now... but it will be difficult for me to imagine someone else in that role.

posted by suncloud9 at 6:48 pm (EST) on May 8, 2008

Hi Avis,

We do indeed share a lot of books - particularly on the topic of writing. Are you a writer? I'm looking forward to delving further into your library, as I expect I'll find lots of ideas for good books there (as if my tbr pile isn't already the size of a small mountain!). I was very excited to get [The Wishing Year]. Assuming I'm willing to part with it after I read it (which I never know, of course, until after I finish it), I'd be happy to send it on to you. How are you liking Weaving a Way Home? That was my March book also, but I haven't received it yet.

posted by jhedlund at 7:36 pm (EST) on May 5, 2008

She may very well be a candidate for one of my favorite author's also. I would love to read her short stories!

posted by suncloud9 at 2:04 pm (EST) on May 5, 2008

Perfect! Thank you! In a way, I'd be curious to see what you'd think of this book, but I really did mean what I said in my review.

I've just started reading Wit's End. So far I love the voice.

posted by suncloud9 at 1:12 pm (EST) on May 5, 2008

Thanks. Next book I'm working on is a photo-narrative. Big fun.
Joanne

posted by jbealy at 12:41 pm (EST) on May 3, 2008

Sorry it took me so long to respond. I have no good excuse. :) I've been on SSI 8 years to answer your question.

I notice you got Weaving finally. YAY! Still waiting for mine...

posted by jbealy at 9:40 am (EST) on May 2, 2008

Hi there. Yes, I archived all of my comments. It was getting quite full! Start the Plath group and I'll be the fist to join! Would love to read the book you've just finished. I'll have to add it to my list. I finished Chocolat and have added Joanne Harris to my favorite author's list. Just love her prose! Believe it or not, I am reading Terry Goodkind's Wizard's First Rule. It's not my usual fair, but easy reading and, at the moment, fun, though on the gory side at times. We'll see.

posted by suncloud9 at 6:06 pm (EST) on Apr 28, 2008

Thanks for the welcome to Women of Mystery group and nice comment about my cat photo. Chrissie, the cat, also loves books. Because I read in bed she is under the impression that it's mandatory and always has a look through my book before curling up to sleep.

VivienneR

posted by VivienneR at 2:58 pm (EST) on Apr 24, 2008

I have added your library as an Interesting one to watch, but I am afraid to look through it too much! I already have so many books I want to read and buy, and I have already found two more I want to add to the list just looking at what you are currently reading. And, I just realized I was reading your username totally wrong all this time--I totally missed the s in the middle. I am sorry, I think I have been going around calling you aviannschild!

posted by sussabmax at 4:09 pm (EST) on Apr 22, 2008

RE: Ann Patchett.....

No, I actually haven't read all of her novels, and here's the funny thing - it's hard to recommend a specific one, because they are very different. I have read "Truth and Beauty" (that's what actually got me started), "Bel Canto", "The Patron Saint of Liars", and "Run". I don't even think that any of them would make my favorite books list, but she is still one of my favorite authors. I think it is because of the way she is able to, every so often, write a sentence or paragraph that just takes my breath away. I also find her characters very interesting - they always have lots of dimensions to explore. So I don't know how helpful that was *grin*, but I think if you liked "Truth and Beauty" you should definitely try another - I think "Bel Canto" is probably her most well know, "Run" is the most recent.....again, not very helpful, I know. =)

Elizabeth

posted by NeedMoreShelves at 11:05 am (EST) on Apr 21, 2008

I enjoyed looking at your library - we seem to have a shared interest in feminist spirituality, as well as sci-fi. It was interesting to see lots of books in common. And thanks for the compliment on the user name! =)

Elizabeth

posted by NeedMoreShelves at 11:37 am (EST) on Apr 19, 2008

PS...Just kidding.

Wendy

posted by wcath at 11:48 pm (EST) on Apr 17, 2008

Love the new pic. I almost used that one on my profile! Now, don't bug me - I am reading. LOL

Wendy

posted by wcath at 11:45 pm (EST) on Apr 17, 2008

OOPS! Me again. I forgot to answer your question about the picture on my profile page. I love Edward Gorey so I did a Google Image search for Gorey pictures and found this one. Thought it was appropriate!

Wendy

posted by wcath at 10:11 pm (EST) on Apr 16, 2008

Avis -

What a lovely name! Don't worry about the second message. If that is the worst thing you have done recently, you are doing quite well. I know what you mean about LT. I have never been a "social" Internet user... until LT. Now I am talking to people and spending more time online and finding tons more books to add to my wish list. So, like you, I have tripled my book list and spend even less time reading. Whats up with that?? LOL

Wendy

posted by wcath at 10:08 pm (EST) on Apr 16, 2008

Thanks for adding my humble catalog to your interesting libraries. I have added you to mine, as well. Hope that is agreeable. I love to see what everyone else is reading. It does really expand my book sale list, though. LOL

Hope to chat with you from time to time.

Wendy (aka wcath)

posted by wcath at 4:27 pm (EST) on Apr 15, 2008

Thanks for the invitation, I've added a few new titles to my list of books to be read!
Kathleen

posted by allenkl at 12:12 am (EST) on Apr 12, 2008

Carol's non-Mallory book, Judas Child, is also good.

posted by VictoriaPL at 4:08 pm (EST) on Apr 8, 2008