Toni and I are thinking of you. We are lucky to know you. I have enjoyed reading your work, and I loved going to Clarion together as secret guests once. We will raise a toast to your health and life at Book Group next weekend. Timefullness is really pretty good!
I very much wish there was something I could do besides sending love. Since there isn't, I shall send extra love.
Also, I've been meaning to tell you (and kept not saying it, which is daft) that you've made me take a second look at how style works - I was listening to people saying 'this is voice' and and in some cases it was overuse of words and phrases, masking as voice. You encouraged me to take a much more analytical view of the choices one makes in developing voice, which was what I needed and my students desperately needed. The Vonda ripple effect... Thank you!
Thank you Vonda for being the incredible person you are. As a guest at Keycon you were amazing. You made my world a better place with your writing. Much love
At Lunacon many years ago, before anyone would really have a reason to know who I am, Vonda N McIntyre spent an hour talking with me one-on-one about writing. No idea why she was willing to do so but I learned a lot from her that day. If it makes sense, please tell her I am thinking of her and will always be grateful for the kindness she showed me.
Both Marilyn and I are saddened beyond words at this.
Vonda, you have always been an incredible inspiration to me as an author and as a person. You are, simply, the nicest, kindest, most gracious person I have ever known. You have always been a light in my life. I wish you a sweet and peaceful transition. Thank you for everything.
Dear Vonda, my love to you in this transition time. I'm so glad to hear that you are content with the book right now. be assured that it will be read and appreciated.
And thank you Jane for being there, and keeping Vonda's distant friends aware of her journey.
Toni and I are thinking of you. We are lucky to know you. I have enjoyed reading your work, and I loved going to Clarion together as secret guests once. We will raise a toast to your health and life at Book Group next weekend. Timefullness is really pretty good!
If I can do anything to help, let me know.