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Friday, January 7, 2011

This Awesome Blogging Family!

I’ve seen several posts this week expressing gratitude for online support. I have to agree – the blogging community is awesome! Let me show you…

First, I have a guest post today at The Movie 411. They graced me with the Best Sci-Fi Blog Award and all winners were invited to do a guest post. Dempsey maintains a cool site, so check out my take on Laugh It Up Fuzzball!

Jennie at Garden Full of Lily posted the sweetest review of CassaStar this week! She claims to suck at writing reviews, but her words made my day.



iZombie Lover gave me the You Make Me Scream Award. Thanks, Jeremy!
TS buddy, this one has your name all over it – enjoy!


Finally, a big thanks to those who’ve voted for my trailer at Spunk on a Stick’s Tips! CassaStar’s book trailer is one of seven finalists and prizes include the donation of books to the winner’s choice of library and an Amazon gift card. Voting ends Sunday though! (And special thanks to Jeffrey Beesler for breaking his one week hiatus to plug my trailer.)

For those who’ve not seen my awesome trailer, created by my publisher:



If you think it rocks, go place your vote at Spunk on a Stick’s Tips!

Yes, I am groveling for votes. CassaStar will probably be my only claim to fame, so it deserves some groveling…
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87 comments:

  1. Jeremy [Retro]January 7, 2011 at 5:14 AM

    well deserved on all accounts, it has been a great week, i hope the year is good!
    happy friday...
    jeremy

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  2. LeoviJanuary 7, 2011 at 5:15 AM

    My sincere congratulations on this successful harvest and the hope that 2011 will be a great year for you. Leovi greetings.

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  3. Dempsey SandersJanuary 7, 2011 at 5:20 AM

    Thanks for the mention, and thanks again for being guest writer today at TheMovie411 as I personally enjoyed your review like I know many will.

    The blogging community is getting better and better, and I feel I have made a few genuine friends since I started.

    I wish you luck in the contest and hope many more vote for you as it is fully desreved. I voted already.

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  4. Ellie GarrattJanuary 7, 2011 at 5:29 AM

    Congratulations on the award and reviews - I'm popping over to vote for your book trailer now!

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  5. Jeff BeeslerJanuary 7, 2011 at 5:34 AM

    CassaStar being your only claim to fame? Doubtful. What about your passion for movies? Seriously, I only see this as the start of something great for you, Alex. And with the support of such an awesome blogging community, how could we just let CassaStar be your one and only claim?

    (Thanks for the mention by the way!)

    Have an excellent weekend!

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  6. PK HREZOJanuary 7, 2011 at 5:35 AM

    You go, Alex! Rock on with your bad self. ;)

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  7. Elizabeth Spann CraigJanuary 7, 2011 at 5:44 AM

    Great trailer...I've voted!

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  8. Christine DanekJanuary 7, 2011 at 6:09 AM

    Congrats on all your awesome awards and stuff. You rock and deserve it all.

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  9. CA HeavenJanuary 7, 2011 at 6:18 AM

    I certainly agree regarding the blogging community.

    I voted for your trailer, Alex.

    Cold As Heaven

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  10. RickyJanuary 7, 2011 at 6:39 AM

    Heading over to vote now.

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  11. MelissaJanuary 7, 2011 at 6:48 AM

    I voted!!! I hope you WIN! You so deserve it!

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  12. Misha GerrickJanuary 7, 2011 at 7:03 AM

    Congrats!

    You deserve every one of those awards.

    :-)

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  13. RHYTHM AND RHYMEJanuary 7, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    I agree Alex the blogging family is wonderful, there is always someone around should you have to stay in because of the weather.


    Who could possibly NOT vote for your CassaStar trailer.....I did.

    Have a good day.
    Yvonne.

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  14. T. Powell ColtrinJanuary 7, 2011 at 7:16 AM

    This is a GREAT trailer, I'll say it again.

    Vote-Done.

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  15. Alex J. CavanaughJanuary 7, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    Thank you, Jeremy.

    Thanks, Leovi!

    Thanks, Dempsey - glad the review was up to snuff.

    Thanks Ellie!

    Thanks for the vote of confidence, Jeffrey.

    Pk, I'm rocking!

    Thanks you everyone for the kind words - and votes!

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  16. DEZMONDJanuary 7, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    I'm off to Dempsey place!

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  17. Old KittyJanuary 7, 2011 at 8:21 AM

    Well I voted again for your trailler and am glad my vote was accepted!! Yay!! :-)

    Thanks for the review of Family Guy's Star Wars spoofs!! I love it!!!! Stewie (who gives me nightmares and whom I adore to bits) is just excellent as Darth Vader!!!

    Take care
    x

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  18. L. Diane WolfeJanuary 7, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    I'll have to go check out Movie 411. And doubtful CassaStar is your only claim to fame.

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  19. Margo BensonJanuary 7, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    Off to vote on your trailer and have to say how brilliant the music is too. I've popped a link to your Top Ten Music Countdown on my little blog as that is going to be a fabulous day! Many congratulations!

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  20. Stephanie LoréeJanuary 7, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    Go, go, author Alex! CassaStar is a worthy claim to fame. But the sequel... that should be even better, right? :)

    I voted for you, as always. Good luck!

    Scribbler to Scribe

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  21. TaraJanuary 7, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    Shoot! I forgot to link the music countdown in my sidebar - off to do that now.

    Congrats on the awards.

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  22. Chris PhillipsJanuary 7, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    That is a great award badge.

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  23. Alex J. CavanaughJanuary 7, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    Kitty, glad you enjoyed it!

    Diane, I hope not.

    Margo, thank you so much and glad you could join the blogfest.

    Thank you Stephanie. And I'm editing the sequel right now, so hope it lives up to expectations.

    Thanks Tara.

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  24. Laura EnoJanuary 7, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    Yes, the blogging family is awesome and I'm sure that CassaStar won't be your only claim to fame!

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  25. Matthew MacNishJanuary 7, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    Every day when I assume you can't possibly get any cooler, I get proven wrong.

    You rock Alex, and I'm proud to call you my online blog bud!

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  26. Sarah AhiersJanuary 7, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    "only claims to fame"? Pshaaa. What about the illustrious sequel?

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  27. AnonymousJanuary 7, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    Everything's turning up Alex today! I'm on my way over to 411 now.

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  28. UnknownJanuary 7, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    Alex you're so right, the blogging community is awesome. I started my on blog only six months ago and already I have made so many wonderful new friends. Best of luck with the Cassastar trailer, it rocks and I will vote as many times as I can. :)

    Your review at The Movie411 was great. Have a wonderful weekend.

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  29. Alex J. CavanaughJanuary 7, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    Thanks, Laura.

    Captain Ninja Alex is cool? That's good to know, Matthew. Sometimes I wonder.

    Falen, working on it!

    Melissa, glad you enjoyed the review.

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  30. Elizabeth MuellerJanuary 7, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    Hiya Alex! Missed ya! :)

    Have a great weekend.

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  31. Bossy BettyJanuary 7, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    I wuv my blogger friends--like you.

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  32. Carol KilgoreJanuary 7, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    I think maybe all of us are realizing how great the blogging community is. Fingers crossed for you and your trailer :)

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  33. JulesJanuary 7, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    I so agree bout this community! A warm fuzzy on the award and the review. Have a great weekend!
    Jules @ Trying To Get Over The Rainbow

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  34. Jane Kennedy SuttonJanuary 7, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    You have had a busy week. Congratulations and good luck with CassaStar in the trailer contest.

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  35. Michael Di GesuJanuary 7, 2011 at 12:31 PM

    You GO ALex!

    Congrats! I going over 411 now.

    Our community rocks!

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  36. N. R. WilliamsJanuary 7, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    Congrats for everything Alex. I disagree though. CassaStar will not be the only thing you do. I know you have a lot more to give.
    Cheers,
    Nancy
    N. R. Williams, fantasy author

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  37. Karen M. PetersonJanuary 7, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    I voted! Good luck!

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  38. EricJanuary 7, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    Dude, there's no way CassaStar will be your only claim to fame. You're too good a writer for that. And yes, you got my vote. You're awesome.

    Oh, and thanks for the link to TheMovie411. I didn't know about the site, but I like keeping up on stuff like that. Great guest post too.

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  39. Lydia KangJanuary 7, 2011 at 1:48 PM

    Go Alex! Go CassaStar!

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  40. FilmMatticJanuary 7, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    Awesome trailer. Just voted for you!

    I do not mean to hijack your comment section, but I am new to blogging. I am running my own film blog @ http://filmmatty.blogspot.com and I am looking to increase my "blogging family." If anyone is interested in reading and joining my film centric blog, I'll reciprocate the favor by joining your's.

    Thanks and good luck Alex :)

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  41. Mason CanyonJanuary 7, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    A great trailer. Good luck.

    Mason
    Thoughts in Progress

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  42. Alex J. CavanaughJanuary 7, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    Hey, Elizabeth! Glad you're back.

    Aw, thanks Betty.

    Carol, it is!

    Thanks Jules and Jane.

    Michael, it does rock!

    Thank you, Nancy.

    Thanks, Eric. And yeah, Dempsey has a great site.

    MDV, thanks and I'll check it out.

    Thanks, everyone!

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  43. erica and christyJanuary 7, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    I couldn't agree more. I'm so glad I found the writing/blogging community. Everyone is supportive and amazing. Best of luck to you! Christy

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  44. TS HendrikJanuary 7, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    Thank you sir, the award is by far one of the coolest looking ones I've seen.

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  45. M PaxJanuary 7, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    The blogosphere is great. Voted. Wishing you all success, Alex. :)

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  46. Jennie BaileyJanuary 7, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    Final seven - excellent! Voted again! Fingers crossed. I'm glad my attempt at a review that was really just a recommendation made your day. I really enjoyed it and wanted people to know they need to buy it!

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  47. Golden EagleJanuary 7, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    Congratulations! On . . . well, everything. :)

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  48. Melissa GillJanuary 7, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    The support is well earned. And Congrats.

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  49. Colene MurphyJanuary 7, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    SO much awesome for you Alex! Congratulations!!

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  50. UnknownJanuary 7, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    I've already voted for you. I think your trailer's fantastic.
    CD

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  51. Alex J. CavanaughJanuary 7, 2011 at 3:47 PM

    Thank you, Christy!

    TS, wear it with pride.

    Jennie, I thought it was very sweet!

    Thanks everyone!!

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  52. SaumyaJanuary 7, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    Heading over there to vote, Alex! And I don't think this is your only chance for fame :) You're far too talented to not have multiple opportunities!

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  53. Lynda R Young as Elle CardyJanuary 7, 2011 at 6:10 PM

    congrats getting so far with your trailer. Awesome!

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  54. SouthpawJanuary 7, 2011 at 7:34 PM

    I agree. I’ve been so amazed with the blogging community too. Congrats on the awards!

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  55. RaShelle WorkmanJanuary 7, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    Hey Alex - You know I voted for your trailer. It totally rocks. I'll go check you out at the 411. =D

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  56. GailJanuary 7, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    Vote polled.

    Congratulations of the fine awards and the success with your trailer.

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  57. Julie MusilJanuary 7, 2011 at 8:52 PM

    On the contrary, Alex, I think CassaStar is only the beginning!

    Yep, the blogging community rocks!

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  58. Susan FieldsJanuary 7, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    I love your trailer - great job!

    Congrats on all your good news, sounds like the year is starting out nicely! :)

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  59. CopyboyJanuary 7, 2011 at 11:13 PM

    Good for you. I'll have to check it out and vote.

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  60. Abby MinardJanuary 8, 2011 at 12:09 AM

    Yes, the blog love has been heavy this week :) Congrats on the award!

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  61. Sharon K. MayhewJanuary 8, 2011 at 12:27 AM

    I'm on my way to vote for you Alex...

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  62. Jamie GibbsJanuary 8, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    Twas a kick ass guest post too :) Best of luck with the trailer awards too!

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  63. AnonymousJanuary 8, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    The book trailer does rock--no groveling required! ;-) Happy to vote for it.

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  64. Alex J. CavanaughJanuary 8, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    Saumya, thank you, I appreciate that!

    Thanks, Jamie!

    And thanks everyone. Hope this is only the beginning for me.

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  65. RHYTHM AND RHYMEJanuary 8, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    Alex on my post Inspirational there is an award for you.

    Yvonne.

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  66. DL HammonsJanuary 8, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    I have a feeling that CassaStar is just the tip of the ice berg!

    Congrats on the awards...and kudo's for not hoarding them like some other people *ahem* I know. :)

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  67. Alex J. CavanaughJanuary 8, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    I saw that Yvonne - thank you!

    DL, I try not to hoard and I certainly wouldn't name names of those who do!

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  68. Helen GingerJanuary 8, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    I seriously doubt CassaStar will be your only book. Once hooked, you're hooked for life.

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  69. WritingNutJanuary 8, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    I agree - the blogging community is awesome! Congrats on all your success Alex - I know there's lots more to come! :)

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  70. Alex J. CavanaughJanuary 8, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    Helen, I hope you're right!

    Thanks, Writing.

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  71. AnonymousJanuary 8, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    I'm casting my vote at Spunk!

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  72. EllaJanuary 8, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    Hi Alex, I will check this out, grovel away, life is too short, not to! ;-D

    Congrats~

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  73. HollyJanuary 8, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    VOTED!! ;D It rocks!! Good luck with it!

    Thanks also for leaving such awesome comments for me, too!! <3

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  74. Alex J. CavanaughJanuary 8, 2011 at 9:37 PM

    Thanks Ann!

    Ella, life IS too short...

    Holly thank you and you're welcome!!

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  75. Powdered Toast ManJanuary 9, 2011 at 3:46 AM

    I think I will need some sort of bribe to sway my vote in your direction. Say a delicious sandwich or nice pair of slippers.

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  76. Alex J. CavanaughJanuary 9, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    PTM - what kind of slippers?

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  77. The Words CrafterJanuary 9, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    I gotta disagree with out. I believe CassaStar is your only FIRST claim to fame.

    Loved the review of the Family Guy sets. We watch it (Hubby always, me quite often) and it's irreverently hilarious.

    Congrats on the award and the review. Now, off to vote!

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  78. Rawknrobyn.blogspot.comJanuary 9, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    Congratulations on all of the accolades, Alex. I think you're pretty cool, too.

    Psst, send PTM slippers made of banana peels. I think he'd like them, and would vote repeatedly for CassaStar.

    xoRobyn

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  79. Alex J. CavanaughJanuary 9, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    Thank you, Words!

    Robyn, banana peel slippers for PTM - check! I'm on it.

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  80. Denise Covey January 9, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    You've had a great run Alex. Enjoy your success! Congrats on your awards and accolades.

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  81. Jemi FraserJanuary 9, 2011 at 8:33 PM

    Bloggyland is a wonderful place! I've definitely voted for your trailer - there sure are some terrific trailers out there!

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  82. Golden EraJanuary 9, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    I like your trailer. Nice!

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  83. Alex J. CavanaughJanuary 9, 2011 at 9:28 PM

    Thanks, L'Aussie!

    Jemi, you rock!

    Thanks, Golden.

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  84. Patricia StolteyJanuary 10, 2011 at 1:45 AM

    It really is an outstanding book trailer, Alex. I bet you're the winner.

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  85. Vicki RochoJanuary 11, 2011 at 6:51 AM

    You're too modest. CassaStar is just the beginning!

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  86. Jai JoshiJanuary 11, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    Congrats on your book trailers winning Diane's contest, Alex! That's so cool. And it is a great trailer. The graphics and music all works so well with the text to build a sense of the characters and story.

    Jai

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  87. Alex J. CavanaughJanuary 11, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    Thank you, Patricia!

    Vicki, I hope you're right.

    Jai, thanks - I thought my publisher did a great job with all of that as well. Somedays I watch it and can't believe it's for MY book!

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