For Halloween this year, I did this video telling some of my scariest author stories, Gentle Reader. Shiver in horror as I reveal the worst book tour ever, disastrous adventures in airport bathrooms, being orphaned, abandoned, stranded, and that time when hundreds of books went missing. Are you ready for the fear and terror? Well, […]
Miss Gail’s Scariest Author Stories, Happy Halloween! (Video)
Miss Gail’s Childhood Favorite Books & Research Bookshelf Reveal (Video)
Darling Gentle Reader, In this video I talk you through some of my favorite children’s books and how they influenced my writing. Then I show off some of my non-fiction research book collection (secondary resources). What I use, what I keeps on hand and why. Gail Carriger’s Research & Children’s Books CHILDREN’S BOOKS Peter Pan […]
Some Super Fun Reticence Stuff: Links & Video
My darling Gentle Reader, Reticence has now been launched into the world, hooray! Reticence Update Here’s all the behind the scenes stuff for Reticence while you read or after you finish! I really hope you enjoy both the book and the extras. Release Q&As plus Tidbits Behind the Scenes Research What Do All Those Latin […]
5th Gender Special Extras: Hear Gail Read the First Scene + Q&A & Praise
The 5th Gender was Gail’s first wide release science fiction novel (set in the same universe as Crudrat but not linked in any way). It released on May 18, 2019 To general delight and eagerness by those who managed to find out about it. Here’s some special extras for this book: Researching Gender Fluidity & […]
What the Book Publishing Process is Like + Fan Service Behind the Scenes (Video)
I’m hoping you’ll enjoy my latest video, Gentle Reader. This one is less Q&A and more a bit of storytelling from yours truly. For the first half I talk about how a book is birthed into the world from a traditionally established author perspective using Fan Service as a model. The second half is a […]
Gail Discusses The 5th Gender, Tea Hijinks, & Why Write Explicit Sex Scenes? (Video)
I get real honest and rather deep at points during this video. So you have been warned. We range quite widely but here’s some of what I talk about… The 5th Gender! Link to preorder plus blurb etc… When will the audiobook be out? Is it a stand alone? What’s the POV? How explicit is is and […]
Miss Gail Fantasy Casts Soulless the Movie
Gentle Reader, this is a repost of an original article done ten years ago for My Book the Movie website. Consequently, some of my choices may no longer really work, but it’s my fantasy and I am sticking to it! Fantasy Casting Soulless Soulless is a comedic take on the urban fantasy genre set in Victorian […]
Gail Carriger Shows Off Her Parasol Collection (Video)
Oh, did you think my love of the humble parasol was all a ruse? Certainly not, Gentle Reader. Here is my proof! In this short video I talk about nothing but parasols! Mentioned in this video… Broderie anglaise cream colored full parasol. Blue painted china pattern parasol. Umbrella with grey lace pattern used as a […]
But I’d Like to WATCH Austen: What Are Gail’s Favorite Austen Films?
It’s winter so I’ve been rereading and rewatching Austen lately, Gentle Reader. It’s just a thing I like to do. I hope you are in no doubt that I am a fan? And no, I really don’t have a favorite. It genuinely depends on my mood. But since you were wondering… The Best & Worst […]
Gail Reveals Secrets About Cover Art, Book Titles, & The Omega Objection (Video)
In my most recent video, I talk about my latest book, The Omega Objection, plus cover art secrets, coming up with book titles, and more! IN THIS VIDEO I make tea in my office. All about covers, traditional versus indie, stock art, finding models and photographers. Which one is my favorite? All about titles, how […]
When the Book Surprises the Author, How Gail Decides What To Write Next & Sneaky Hints on Future Projects (Video Q&A)
My darlings a new chatty video for you. I got silly and excited about the Soulless Illustrated HC, new nonfiction book Girl Squads, and seeing a performance of queer Oklahoma! Questions Answered Will there be more illustrated editions of the Parasol Protectorate Series? How does Gail feel about the style of the illustrations? How does […]
Author Show & Tell: A Tour of Gail Carriger’s Teacup Collection (Video)
Here’s a fun little video tour I did of my super special teacup collection, Gentle Reader. Just a sneaky look into the things that I love. Enjoy! Things you will learn in this video… How long have I been collecting teacups? Why do I like the small ones? What attracts me to the different types […]