Thursday, March 17, 2011

Stop the Presses! I Have to Brag on Jeff.

Readers, Jeff's book cover has been revealed! And it's smashing! And it has a big, amazing quote from Suzanne Collins (author of The Hunger Games trilogy) at the top! She says, "The Eleventh Plague hits disturbingly close to home . . . An excellent, taut debut novel."

I'm so excited for him that I just can't write about sewing today. Having watched him work tirelessly on this book for the last few years, it's amazing to see it go out into the world with such a bang.

Also, I would be remiss if I didn't point out that you can pre-order a copy here. (It releases in September.) All royalties will benefit the purchase of pretty things and fancy dinners for me. Kidding! (Sort of.)

Yay, Jeff!

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  1. AnonymousMarch 17, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    Wow - a quote from Suzanne Collins. Go, Jeff! Will the book be available on Kindle?

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  2. LeighMarch 17, 2011 at 7:33 AM

    Yay! Congratulations to you both! I just finished the Hunger Games books, so that caught my eye right away!

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  3. UnknownMarch 17, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    That is SOOOO exciting!! Well done that man. You're next Gertie!
    Px

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  4. AnonymousMarch 17, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    Grats on the cover, just the kind of books I like to read.

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  5. CaseyMarch 17, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    Congratulations, Jeff!!! How exciting--seems like you two are just taking the publishing world by storm! hehe!

    ♥ Casey

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  6. daiyamiMarch 17, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    Congratulations to Jeff! Added to my bookstore/library list.

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  7. SunniMarch 17, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    Oh Congratulations! How awesome! I'm so excited for Jeff and for you both!

    xoxo,
    Sunni

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  8. TashaMarch 17, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    Fantastically exciting!

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  9. AnonymousMarch 17, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    oh yay!! congratulations, jeff!! how exciting :)

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  10. reneeMarch 17, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    Congratulations to Jeff! I look forward to the release.

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  11. AshleyMarch 17, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    Wonderful cover, congratulations to Jeff!

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  12. GemMarch 17, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    Congratulations to Jeff! I will definitely pick it up when it is released, as I love post-apocalyptic fiction with young protagonists. :D Plus, an endorsement by Suzanne Collins?!? Awesome!

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  13. LandGirl1980March 17, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    Yaaaaaaaaaaaaay!! Most awesome news!

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  14. TrudyMarch 17, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    How exciting! Congratulations, Jeff. Love the cover.

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  15. AnonymousMarch 17, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    Holy S**t!! What can I say except this is great. I love sci-fi and suspense novels so this is right up my alley.

    ~Sewjourner

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  16. CorrineMarch 17, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    Absolutely wonderful for you and Jeff. The cover is stunning. I am also a fan of this genre and will certainly look forward to reading it. I have a family member who writes educational books, not quite the same of course, but with each book published he buys one special item/piece of art/ or fab car to commemorate the release. A little something to think about:)

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  17. JanMarch 17, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    Congrats to Jeff! My son is a huge Hunger Games fan, so this will be a nice birthday gift for him.

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  18. What-I-FoundMarch 17, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    I love the cover! I have a special place in my heart for Ferris Wheels (they pay the bills around here). I'll be getting a copy for sure!

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  19. RosieMarch 17, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    Congrats to Jeff!!

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  20. NicoleMarch 17, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    Congratulations to Jeff and the cover is great! I am not sure if it is a horror novel but if it is he should get the publisher to send a copy to Rue Morgue magazine for a review :)

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  21. kazoomMarch 17, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    Yay Jeff indeed!!! I'm going to pre-order.

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  22. GirlSpazDogMarch 17, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    Thank you for sharing. I am a post-apocalyptic book fan, and can't wait to read it!

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  23. Jeff HirschMarch 17, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    Thanks everyone! It's all incredibly exciting. I saw the cover and blurb awhile ago but getting to share it with all you guys makes it seems new all over again!

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  24. She SaysMarch 17, 2011 at 2:15 PM

    Congrats to Jeff! And may you buy many pretty things.

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  25. CarolineMarch 17, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    That's great! I will also ask whether it'll be available on Kindle...

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  26. GertieMarch 17, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    Thanks for sharing in the excitement, everyone! It warms my heart. :)

    I'm sure it will be available on Kindle, but it usually takes them some time to get the pre-order link on the product page.

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  27. NathalieMarch 17, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    Looking forward to reading it! I've been following Jeff's blog from afar - as a professional reader (scripts, not books), it's always interesting to hear about the creative process from a different perspective. Is there a UK publication date scheduled or should one order the American edition?

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  28. zilredlohMarch 17, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    How wonderful! What an amazing accomplishment it must be to write (and publish) a book.

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  29. AnonymousMarch 17, 2011 at 6:35 PM

    Awesomeness. . . as a librarian, I can assure you that this book will be a hit (at least in our area). I just did the request slip. One public library down, a zillion more to go. . . Congratulations. And you can let Jeff know that I support your purchase of pretty things. :-)

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  30. k.March 17, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    Wow, exciting news indeed. May it go straight to the top; and may it yield many pretty things for his lovely and supportive wife. hehe k.

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  31. LisaMarch 17, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    Pre-ordered!!! I love post-acoplyptic books! Can't wait to read it!

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  32. Gabriela Von BohlenMarch 18, 2011 at 2:54 AM

    What an eerie cover. Looks interesting.

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  33. marcy harriell | oonaballoonaMarch 18, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    oooooooh end of the world stuff... i don't know why, when i can't watch the real news, but i eat this stuff up! big congratulations to jeff :)

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  34. MEMarch 18, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    Job well done! Congradulations, Jeff.

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  35. Patchwork ArchitectMarch 18, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    WooHOOO! Go Jeff and Go Hirsh's. You guys are bursting at the seams with awesome!

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  36. KatieMay 9, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    Congrats! I'm putting a request in for our city library to order it. Bring on the royalties (and hopefully a very good book).

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Thanks for your comments; I read each and every one! xo Gertie

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