BL Live! a few days after...
Well, after a couple of days rest and recuperation, I've finally had a chance to recover from BL Live!
What a packed and extraordinarily busy event it turned out to be. Rather than go through what the day entailed (as I daresay a lot of other folks will be doing that and probably make a better job of it than me), I'd like to give a few shout outs to some of the people I met:
For Peter and co (sorry guys, I can't remember your names - I met so many folks on the day, a lot of it is a bit of a blur...) - thanks for the kind words and appreciation for 'Fires of War'.
For Xhalax/Nicola - just for your continued support and enthusiasm of all things BL really; you are something of a legend.
For Andy - something of an apology, I guess. Sorry we didn't get chance to talk that much. Hope you enjoyed the seminars and managed to pick up a copy of Honourkeeper. Maybe I'll see you at Games Day and I can sign it there for you...
The BLTV crew - Laurie and Josh, you guys were awesome. I hope you use some of the Salamander reading on the Youtube video, as I know lots of folks wanted to see it but missed it due to the early billing.
To the guy who brought his copy of Assault on Black Reach: The Novel (again, the name escapes me - yes, I am rubbish) - I'm really glad this was a great way in to reading about 40K for you. It's people like you that help inspire writers like me.
Toni (aka Toni Gotrek) - the fact you came all the way from foreign shores just to be with us all is enough to recommend you, but I also want to applaud you for your intelligent questioning, dedication to BL and your kind words regarding Oathbreaker (in Spanish - I had no idea!).
The kid who brought his figure case full of miniatures - you remind me of me when I was your age. Keep reading the books young 'un!
The other kid (same kid?) who said he was playing for Nick Kyme in the Salamander participation game - your loyalty won't be forgotten.
The guy in the red shirt and glasses (again, sorry, crap with names) who asked me lots of questions about Salamander - your interest was much appreciated.
Everyone who passed on their kind words about the reading during the first signing session of the day - I was a little nervous and your gratitude and appreciation really made it all worthwhile.
To Ross and Rob - no BL event would be complete without you guys.
And to anyone else who spoke to me about my books on the day. If you're not mentioned by name, then my apologies. I really did appreciate each and every one of you.
Of course, a huge thank you to all the authors, GW staff and the BL crew is also in order. Without all of them, the day would not have been nearly as successful as it was.
I wish I had some pictures, but then again the Youtube video will be up soon enough...
For anyone who missed it - shame on you. There's always next year... :-)
What a packed and extraordinarily busy event it turned out to be. Rather than go through what the day entailed (as I daresay a lot of other folks will be doing that and probably make a better job of it than me), I'd like to give a few shout outs to some of the people I met:
For Peter and co (sorry guys, I can't remember your names - I met so many folks on the day, a lot of it is a bit of a blur...) - thanks for the kind words and appreciation for 'Fires of War'.
For Xhalax/Nicola - just for your continued support and enthusiasm of all things BL really; you are something of a legend.
For Andy - something of an apology, I guess. Sorry we didn't get chance to talk that much. Hope you enjoyed the seminars and managed to pick up a copy of Honourkeeper. Maybe I'll see you at Games Day and I can sign it there for you...
The BLTV crew - Laurie and Josh, you guys were awesome. I hope you use some of the Salamander reading on the Youtube video, as I know lots of folks wanted to see it but missed it due to the early billing.
To the guy who brought his copy of Assault on Black Reach: The Novel (again, the name escapes me - yes, I am rubbish) - I'm really glad this was a great way in to reading about 40K for you. It's people like you that help inspire writers like me.
Toni (aka Toni Gotrek) - the fact you came all the way from foreign shores just to be with us all is enough to recommend you, but I also want to applaud you for your intelligent questioning, dedication to BL and your kind words regarding Oathbreaker (in Spanish - I had no idea!).
The kid who brought his figure case full of miniatures - you remind me of me when I was your age. Keep reading the books young 'un!
The other kid (same kid?) who said he was playing for Nick Kyme in the Salamander participation game - your loyalty won't be forgotten.
The guy in the red shirt and glasses (again, sorry, crap with names) who asked me lots of questions about Salamander - your interest was much appreciated.
Everyone who passed on their kind words about the reading during the first signing session of the day - I was a little nervous and your gratitude and appreciation really made it all worthwhile.
To Ross and Rob - no BL event would be complete without you guys.
And to anyone else who spoke to me about my books on the day. If you're not mentioned by name, then my apologies. I really did appreciate each and every one of you.
Of course, a huge thank you to all the authors, GW staff and the BL crew is also in order. Without all of them, the day would not have been nearly as successful as it was.
I wish I had some pictures, but then again the Youtube video will be up soon enough...
For anyone who missed it - shame on you. There's always next year... :-)
posted by Nick Kyme at
16:45
5 Comments:
A good time was had by all, I reckon!
It was a really good day.
Sorry I didn't manage to catch up with you Nick, you seemed pretty busy after the Q&A's.
I managed to get a copy of Honourkeeper and hope to delve into it soon, no doubt I'll get your signature in it at some point.
Once again, congratulations on a successful day. Sounds like the Salamander reading went down well, I look forward to the BLTV episode.
From reading all the blog-updates and foum talk, it sounds like it has been a tremendous success of an event. I'm sad to have missed it, but hope that I'll be somewhat more free to attend such events in the future.
On that sort of note, and on the heels of the 'adult' covered reprints idea, I wondered if the Black Library had put much thought into doing something in the Edinburgh GW store (or even just the city) to take advantage of the Edinburgh International Book Festival?
An added benefit, I suppose, is that such a thing might even be marketable/organised as part the EIBF itself?
That's an interesting question, Xisor, and one I can put to the BL marketing team. We may, of course, already have something in the works...
Hey Andy,
Yeah, it was a frantic day. I hope we get a chance to catch up at Games Day this year (if you're going to be about).
Really hope you enjoy Honourkeeper. I must say, I do really appreciate all your comments on the blog and continued support.
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