(Note: These are excerpts from the original newsletter that was published on this date. The Queen's Own address has been updated. The current President of Queen's Own is Herald-Mage Adept Danya Winterborn. For more information, see http://www.dragonlordsnet.com/qo.htm.)
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Dear Misty Fans,
Coming in April from DAW: Oathblood, an all-new Tarma and Kethry novel plus Misty's complete collected short stories of these two brave sisters of sword and spell.
"Tarma--She was one of the Shin'a'in Swordsworn--the most elite of all warriors, and she had taken blood vengeance upon the brigands who had massacred her people . . .
"Kethry--She fled her oppressive arranged marriage and became a powerful sorceress of the White Winds School, only to be bonded to a uniquely magical sword which drew her to women in need . . .
"Bound together by sword-spell and the will of the Goddess, Tarma and Kethry swore a blood oath to carry on their mutual fight against evil and injustice.
"Now they have pledged to train others to fight for their cause, starting a new school for young would-be warriors and fledging White Winds mages. But training young fighters and wizards turns out to be far more complicated and perilous than they expected--and when two of their prize students are kidnapped, Tarma and Kethry must draw upon all of their combined skills to answer the call of their destiny in ways they never imagined!"
Oathblood has a beautiful Jody Lee cover and is a $6.99 paperback.
Arrows Online meets in the Fantasy Fiction Chat Room on AOL. For details, AOL folk can e-mail the Dean of Westhaven Collegia at [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date info withheld.]. Or, if you want to take a look from afar, come to the Lackey Fan forum, located in the listbox of the Fantasy forum of Fictional Realm [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date info withheld.] on AOL. Look for the Message board named "Arrows OnLine." Non AOL folk can learn a bit about us by visiting our web page at [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date info withheld.].
Austral'a'in--For more information, write to Cassandra Vuksa [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date info withheld.]. Austral'a'in's first zine, PEOPLE OF THE SOUTH, is ready for sale. Cost within Australia is $8 or twenty 45 cent stamps, and for overseas it's $12 Australian or twenty IRCs.
Companion's Choice--Shanara Ravensong [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date info withheld.].
The Herald's Companion--Herald's Companion c/o Karen Bertke [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date info withheld.]. So that's where feezils come from! Also recipes, book reviews, and poetry.
Pacific Northwest Collegium--c/o Laura Cameron [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date info withheld.]. The latest issue of The Collegium Chronicles contains news of local conventions and other noteworthy events.
R.C.M.H.--Contact Pam Dziedzic [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date info withheld.].
The Camel's BackThis news from Misty appeared on-line. The Camel's Back is a reference to the straw that broke the... [Ed. note 2005: You may read the text of The Camel's Back here.] |
Rea begins her monologue from her newest perch atop the rood of her house, much to her parents' distress . . . "New stuff for me to say about DON'T ARGUE WITH THE VOICE, people! Issue 2 is out! Issues 3 & 4 are already in the works. A copy of Issue 1 or 2 costs $4. Subscriptions are $15 a year, contributors get special discounts. These rates apply to everyone! Cash is preferred, checks should be made out to 'Erin Frost.' Disk submissions (MAC or PC): Word, PowerPoint, Works, Write, or Notepad. Specify Artists' or Writers' guidelines. We negotiate with editors. Also, very important: DA has a new, final version of guidelines for writers that greatly differs from the original when Ariya and I first started advertising! For those of you who do not possess a copy of guidelines that says 'updated, November 1997,' and has subscription info in it, write to us or say something in the Personals, and we'll send you a new copy. You don't need to send a a SASE even, just a postcard. Please, because of the age of Ariya and I, no mail from inmates. So, what are you waiting for? A Gate to open beneath your feet and suck you in? Get involved today! Send your Velgarth or Fantasy stuff to DON'T ARGUE WITH THE VOICE c/o Rea Wildfire and/or Ariya Nightsun [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date info withheld.]."
Well! Thanks to QO you now have many great pen pals and a lot of fun future letters to write. But you've realized you only have your fluffy-edged college notebook paper to write on. Where do you turn to find stationery that best suits your FANTASY interests? Ellen Million Graphics, of course!! With over 60 designs created by nine unique artists, every catalog is brimming with adventure and enchantment! EMG offers stationery, cards, bookmarks and (new!!) magnets in single or full-colored; all sure to dazzle and delight--makes great gifts! No SASE needed, just write and ask for your first FREE catalog! Ellen Million Graphics [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date info withheld.].
THROUGH THE MAGIC MIRROR (TTMM) is now celebrating its first year in circulation!!! TTMM is a bimonthly newsletter that publishes everything under the sun and moon! Poetry, Stories, Riddles, Erotica, Jokes, Quotes, Art, Reviews, Ads, - you send it, I'll print it! ! For guidelines, subscription info or whatever, write to TTMM c/o Star 2618 N. Carrol Avenue Dallas TX 75204. BTW, I do offer contributor's copies. Write me for details! Dare ya! Don't forget to enclose a SASE with your inquiries! I'm nowhere near rich yah know!!! < grin > From Erik Pivnick #97B0524 Cayuga Corr. Facility PO Box 1186 Moravia NY 1318: 31 years old, looking for letters from interesting and open minded people. I enjoy getting and giving long letters. Have read all kinds of books, Dragon Prince by Rawn was very interesting. Fascinated by UFO's. Love Star Trek (old and new.) I have many hobbies and interests. Would love to hear from people far and near. If at all interested, drop a line and we can share different thoughts and ideas. I love to ramble on about anything.
Michael Praed--Michael Praed Network NewsLetter c/o Kate Raymond [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date info withheld.].
Doctor Who and other Media--The Prydonians of Prynceton [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date info withheld.]. Dues are $12 ($22 for first class postage) for their monthly newsletter, The Prydonian Renegade.
Tanya Huff--NINE ABOVE! [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date info withheld.].
Anne McCaffrey/Pern--Sunfall Weyr has a web site at [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date info withheld.] or contact them c/o [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date info withheld.].
Adrian Paul of Highlander--Peace APFC [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date info withheld.] or Peace-APFC [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date info withheld.].
Lois Bujold can be reached at Imbujold([Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date info withheld.] "The Bujold Nexus" is at [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date info withheld.].
Pandemonium--the official Melanie Rawn club invites you to join their ranks. Sase for more information: Irena Pereira [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date info withheld.].
For definitions of our fannish jargon, read "Pros & Cons: An Introduction to Fandom" written by Elizabeth Barrette. Send [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date info withheld.] to the Q0 address for this 12 page booklet.
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Thank you all for your holiday cards, letters, and good wishes. This newsletter is being written well before my laser surgery, not because I'm superstitious, but because son Frank is here to teach me about columns, text boxes, and other strange and wonderful desk top publishing techniques. I like the way it looks, what do you think? The next issue may be different!
Look for Anne McCaffrey's The Masterharper of Pern this month, Barbara Hambly's Icefalcon's Quest in February, and Andre Norton's The Warding of Witch World.
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Queen's Own [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date content withheld.], for 9 issues of the newsletter. Sending out only nine issues per year will let me keep the dues at [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date content withheld.] and still nearly break even. Please make checks payable to Queen's Own in US funds only--my bank charges me $10 to cash a foreign currency cheque. You may pay [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date content withheld.] if you wish. The $8 fee covers the cost of printing and mailing; I have no objection to your sharing a newsletter. Check the date on your address label to see when your membership ends.
Queen's Own is the official Mercedes Lackey Appreciation Society. Our purpose is to share our enjoyment of Misty's worlds. We are a fan-run not-for-profit organization not a business. Our address of publication: [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date content withheld.]. This newsletter is published solely to inform and-entertain the club's membership; no infringement of anyone's copyrights is intended.
Deadline for next newsletter contributions: January 10--earlier is better.
Next Mailing Day: February 20--Call [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date content withheld.] for directions. Call before coming, emergencies can cancel mailings.
Editor, President, Dogsbody, Housemother--Judith Louvis [Ed. note 2005: Out-of-date content withheld.] (Call only before 10 pm and let it ring.)
Mailing Day Helpers--None. (Ouch!)
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Queen's Own is the official Mercedes Lackey Appreciation Society. Our purpose is to share our enjoyment of Misty's worlds. We are a fan-run not-for-profit organization, not a business. Our address of publication: P.O. Box 749, Laguna Beach, CA 92652 USA. This newsletter is published solely to inform and entertain the club's membership; no infringement of anyone's copyrights is intended.
Newsletters are published on (or near) the first of each month.
Editor/President Herald-Mage Adept Danya Winterborn (L.A. Malcor; AOL-IM SN Shashtah; Legend@malcor.com)
Mercedes Lackey does not receive mail at the Queen's Own address. Fanmail to Mercedes Lackey and releases for fan fiction should be sent to:
Mercedes Lackey
c/o High Flight Arts and Letters
P.O. Box 2970
Claremore, OK 74017
Zhai'helleva,
Herald-Mage Adept Danya Winterborn
