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Below = whatever I posted from 2009-2010 :)
What people are saying and have said about me/my work.
Press release (EyeLeash) + EyeLeash Blog Tour
Press release (4:Play) + 4:Play Blog Tour
Media Mentions for The Devilin Fey + Porcelain + SINS07 (lots of interesting guest blog posts here).
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FEATURE: Author/Illustrator, Jess C Scott — My first interview, courtesy of the team @ RCGNTN.com.
“Author / Illustrator Jess C Scott deserves kudos from RCGNTN. Determined to break away from the traditional writer’s mold, Jess’s work exudes pure honesty that deserves praise. If passion does not take the form of illustrating your own book art as well, we don’t know what does.”
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INTERVIEW: Word Riot (interviewed by David Hoenigman)
“The basic message [in my work] is always the same: to be unafraid to be one’s true self. . .”
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Guest Author Interview — Courtesy of Cherokee @ Coffee Time Romance.
Q: If you were to plan a wedding, and honeymoon, tell us what it would consist of?
A: “It would be according to the bride and groom’s wishes — I’d organize the best ‘package’ according to their budget and specifications (I’d place a priority on location, aesthetics, and the food).”
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EyeLeash Review — Joseph Grinton, who writes about modern romance.
“…Last night I was reading (another conversation) about masturbation. This time it was in Jess C Scott’s EyeLeash and the conversation struck me as totally authentic…I’m enjoying reading EyeLeash and I don’t think it’s just because she can write about masturbation and Zadie Smith can’t…”
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“…It’s that slow, but necessary transformation that I loved. When she realizes what it is she truly wants, and what Novan wants. And I have to say, I won’t be forgetting those last few “entries” any time soon. I was close to tears near the end, those kind of tears when you’re sad and yet happy at the same time.” – namierror
“…Jade is not infuriatingly self-deprecating the way Bella Swan (main character from Twilight) is, among many other differences. She’s got confidence, and it’s refreshing to read a book about a girl who actually thinks she’s got a good body. I think that’s so important.” – unlikelyaristotle
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[2009 Blog Tour -- EyeLeash: A Blog Novel]
Full Blog Tour Schedule @ EL Website
Blog #1 / Author Interview + Honorable Mention — My first blog tour stop, courtesy of Eleni @ LA FEMME READERS.
Q: What inspired you to write EyeLeash?
A: “A conspiracy of real-life events *laughs*. My own struggles, and how that fits in with the rest of humanity/what people go through…”
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Blog #2 / Review + Interview — Courtesy of Scarlett @ From The Heart.
“I loved this book to pieces. It is totally unique and hip…The characters were all pretty wicked…I reckon that you should definitely give this book a read because it is definitely a good one.”
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Blog #3 / Review + Interview — Courtesy of Danielle @ Opinionated? Me?
“I’m going to be honest. When I first heard of a “blog fiction” novel, I immediatley thought it would be another IM fluffy rom-com, like TTYL by Lauren Myracle. But, once I read the description, I was intrigued…I think the spotlight on Eyeleash should be on Ms. Scott for her representation of today’s high-tech world, capturing perfectly the John Hughes-like angst every teenager goes through like any real teenager would — through the internet.”
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Blog #4 / Blog Fiction Discussion — Courtesy of Kelsey @ The Book Scout.
Q: Do you think more people can relate to books written in the blog/E-mail/IM format than other books?
A: “…I think the characters and story are more important than the format of the book. The format might be fresh/innovative — but substance should not be sacrificed for style.”
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[2009 Blog Tour -- 4:Play]
Full Schedule @ 4:Play Website
Blog #1 / Review — Courtesy of UnlikelyAristotle from England.
“…This is truly, as the author describes it, ‘a contemporary cocktail of short stories’. I started the book with a lot of expectations. I was going to expect them all to be very similar to each other, to use ugly language, and mundane characters. I don’t know why I thought this. Having read another book by the same author, called Eyeleash: A Blog Novel, I thoroughly enjoyed her style and should have expected this one to have characters just as well-cultivated and deep. But I didn’t. I was gladly set straight.”
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Blog #2 / Review — Courtesy of The Basement Crew.
“I was surprised that I ended up liking “Wicked Lovely”. Not too into the whole incest thing, especially in brother-sister relationships. (I have a brother myself, so thinking about that sort of theme is generally something I don’t indulge in.) But it worked in this story. I can only think of one other instance in which a brother-sister relationship didn’t bother me (Angel Sanctuary series). The fact that they were brother and sister is overshadowed by their sheer desire to be with one another, that that other person is the only person for them. That made the story for me.”
June 11th, 2010 at 2:14 am
== Personal Messages Sent To Me ==
I’ll list some over here (messages / e-mails from readers — always a pleasure to receive):
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“Dear Jess, I just wanted to say how much I’ve enjoyed your writing: your writing reflects something genuine, something real, about our generation that few writers have had the talent or the courage to uncover. Thank you.”
— e-mail from a reader, 2010
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“Thank you so much for writing EyeLeash: A Blog Novel. I could totally relate to Jade, sadly my Novan wasn’t right for me. Can’t wait to read your other books :)”
— DM (direct message, from reader in Scotland) to @jesscscott, 2009
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As a writer, you will certainly go places. As an agency, we are not quite the right match to represent you, as much as I enjoyed your work. Your scope and style are fresh and interesting. Keep writing. You are sure to find the right niche with the right editor. We wish you the best of luck.
— a literary agency (regarding 4:Play), 2009
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“You pack huge volumes of experience and information into your life. You’re impressive, I’ll say that, and edgy and interesting. And mildly scary.”
— T. / via e-mail, 2010
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“i dig your style.”
— searchingfortomorrow (from Brazil) / via deviantART, 7:49:23 PM
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“Packing a lot of meaning into a simplistic form seems to be one of your specialties. I love it!”
— disgruntledlemur / via deviantART, 8:53:48 PM
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“Just be assured that you have my support for all your projects, whether writing or living…your imagination is great but above all what comes across in your stories is a very warm, sensitive and likeable person.”
— GJ (from U.K.) / via inbox @ Goodreads, 2010
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“[The Devilin Fey] was erotic without being pornographic, emotional without being sappy, spiritual without being preachy…just enjoyable reading. Kudos to Jess Scott.”
— Paul G. / Amazon review, July 2010
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“Jess C Scott is a prolific writer…she experiments with a variety of genres and styles, but honesty and [a] sense of self flows through them all. Jess is a young talent with good technique and a natural sense of writing. Her potential is immense.”
– loafhunter13, LT review on Porcelain
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“Not only is she a creative writer, but she also is the creator of her covers. With beautiful artwork and cool plots, she is a triple threat.”
– Eleni X @ La Femme Readers, August 2010
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“[1: The Intern] sounds very good. As well as the whole series. I think it’s awesome that Jess has done all of the research, visited the many places, and how she’s incorporating her knowledge and experience into this book.”
– Stephany @ My Love Affair With Books, August 2010
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“Hi Jess: I just wanna say I’m glad there’s writers like yourself who cross gender and indeed social barriers with the work you produce. Good luck with your work and I’m looking forward to indulging in it.”
– J.S. (from U.K.) / via e-mail, September 2010
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“I love how diverse your writings are — across genres, sexualities, and even boundaries. There aren’t too many authors out there who would (or, I dare say, could) promote erotica, paranormal romance, LGBTQ, young-adult, and incest fiction all in one place. [Please] keep up the good work . . . the world can certainly use some more authentic, original work like yours, rather than the same old re-packaged mass-market pulp.”
– TGirl Revelations / Bibrary.com (from Canada) / via e-mail, October 2010
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“Hi there. I heard a friend of mine bring up your name over Christmas and she told me I needed to read your books. Thanks so much and I look forward to hopefully hearing back from you!”
– L.J. / via e-mail, January 2011