Words From A. J. Menden

I just got the word that I’m a nominee for the Romantic Times 2008 Reviewer’s Choice Award for Best Futuristic/Fantasy Romance! There’s a bunch of other Dorchester writers on the list, and in my category I’m going up against two fellow Shomi writers, so congrats to everyone!

There’s a prequel story up at Dorchester’s website for Phenomenal Girl 5. You can read it here:

http://www.dorchesterpub.com/Dorch/SpecialFeatures.cfm?Special_ID=2566

Here: http://www.jerismithready.com/blog

There’s a contest too!

I’ve been asked before who my hero is. Usually I say something flip like a favorite superhero (Wolverine, Gambit, Deadpool, Lobo to name a few) or mention a favorite writer (Kelley Armstrong, Joss Whedon, Grace Livingston Hill). But I got to thinking seriously about it last night, and I now have a serious answer.

My heroes are my family and my friends. Over the last couple of years, a lot of my friends have all had to deal with some heavy stuff. They are truly the strongest people I know and they always have time for a friend. I feel like I’m priviledged to call them friends.

My family, especially my mother, are also my heroes. My mom has A LOT on her plate, stuff that I know would easily break me, but she keeps going and seriously, I don’t know how she does it. She’s my hero.

So any of you out there reading this, who is your hero?

I’m guest blogging over at Bitten by Books. There’s a contest involved too.

http://bittenbybooks.com/?p=1431

Just found another good review for Phenomenal Girl 5. Harriet Klausner says, “This is a lighthearted fun superhero action-packed romance starring three (read the novel for an explanation) “individuals” struggling with love. The story line is faster than a speeding bullet and more powerful than a locomotive as Lainey’s heart leaps over tall buildings in a single beat. Fans who relish something different will want to read this engaging science fiction romance as the teacher and the pupil must first save Megolopolis before their hearts.”

Some photos of two cons I attended this month.

Me and the Doctor.

Cthulhu endorses Phenomenal Girl 5.

Cthulhu reads Zombie Highway by Jason Pell, con neighbor.

Wolverine (while I wait in the longest line EVER!)

Today on the fabulous Saundra Mitchell’s website/blog, we discuss Xanadu, superheroes, and the fact that clowns are inarguably evil. Join us, won’t you?

http://saundramitchell.com/blog/?p=206

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Kimberly Swann at Darque Reviews (darquereviews.blogspot.com) had this to say about Phenomenal Girl 5 - “Whether you think you’re a superhero fan or not, Phenomenal Girl 5 is a story you won’t want to miss. This is Ms. Menden’s debut, and she’s done a fabulous job of creating her fictional world. Her writing style is easy to follow and it skillfully showcases her talent. The storyline is well-written and fresh, the action is plentiful, and her superheroes are too intriguing to resist. Phenomenal Girl 5 is a fast-paced and entertaining read that has just the right amount of romance to have readers routing for love to win the day. I look forward to seeing what this author’s imagination brings us next.”