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So, by now, you’ve probably seen some of the beautiful warded necklaces and embroidery that @rachelr1977 has been creating for this year’s Gen Con. We’ve already made a couple blog posts on her incredible creations, but a few days ago, she posted the full effect! Man, I wish I was going to Gen Con to see this kick ass costume in real life. Check it out.

Trying out some eye warding

The full costume!

I absolutely love the level of detail that went into this beautiful cosplay. Amazing job, Rachel!

Peat isn’t going to be at Gen Con, but he will be the author guest of honor at this year’s Pol Con from August 23-26 in Wroclaw, Poland.

Posted on August 23, 2012 at 8:00 am by megelizabeth
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After a highly successful reading and signing in London, Peat showed up at the Otherland Bookshop in Berlin where he met with German fans from all over.

Some folks traveled farther than others to the event. Kathrin (left) and her boyfriend Andre rented a car and drove 5 hours to see Peat and had to hop right back in the car to drive back for work at 6:30am the next morning! Bianca (right) also drove 4-5 hours to Berlin.

Now that’s dedication! It’s awesome to see fans go to such lengths for something they are passionate about.

Peat’s still in Germany, but not for long! Next stop is Pol Con in Wroklaw, Poland! Check out his Twitter or Facebook page for real time updates on his travels.

Posted on August 22, 2012 at 7:45 am by megelizabeth
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Remember that awesome tattoo that Forum user Cochefts had on his upper arm? Well, he wasn’t finished! The other day, he posted the finished tattoo. Looks awesome!

Looking a lot like the Warded Man there! Beautiful wards. Let him know if you have any demons that need their asses kicked.

Peat is currently in Europe! On August 20th, he will be doing a reading at the Otherland Bookshop in Berlin. To round things off, he will be the author guest of honor at this year’s Pol Con from August 23-26 in Wroclaw, Poland.

Posted on August 21, 2012 at 8:00 am by megelizabeth
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Myke Cole, Joe Abercrombie and Peter Brett at Blackwell’s Fantasy Night

(Photo credit: Steff from Steff Reviews Books)

So, as you may have already realized, Peat is abroad! I will be updating the blog with pictures and news from his events in London, Berlin and Wroclaw, Poland. You can check out his full schedule here.

So where is Peat now?

Getting ready for his reading today in Berlin. German fans, it’s not too late! You can still catch Peat at the Otherland Bookshop at 8pm (doors 7:30pm) for a reading, signing and Q&A.

But Peat has been busy! On Friday night, he had a reading at Blackwell’s in London with Myke Cole and Joe Abercrombie hosted by Fantasy Faction. Peat emailed me telling me that 150 Londoners turned out and made it one excellent night! Both Peat and Myke sold out their books and signed for over an hour. You can read all about it on Steff Reviews Books.

But first, check our some of Peat’s pictures from London:

Peat tweeted that this may be the last Desert Spear hardcover in the U.K., which he signed at Foyles Charing Cross.

Peat questioning why Joe Abercrombie got the book display at Blackwell’s High Fantasy Night.

After a successful night, Peat met up with Mark Lawrence, Myke and Marc Aplin of Fantasy Faction and trekked to a ton of London bookstores, signing books all the way.

Control Point, which just came out last week in the U.K., was listed as #45 on the bestsellers at WH Smith!

More pictures to come from London and beyond! After tonight’s reading in Berlin, Peat’s next European appearance will be at Pol Con as the author guest of honor!

Posted on August 20, 2012 at 8:00 am by megelizabeth
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Peat gets a lot of questions about writing and publishing from aspiring writers. Which makes sense. After all, Peat has been through the process multiple times and is currently editing The Daylight War for its February 4, 2013 publication.

So, when you feel stuck or need a little kick in the butt, check out these blog posts by Peat for advice and encouragement on all things writerly:

Peat’s writing and technique is heavily inspired from the book Writing to Sell by Scott Meredith. Check out these two blog posts that explain why the book helped Peat put his writing career in motion.

• Writing to Sell Part I
• Writing to Sell Part II

A lot of folks have been asking how to start their fantasy novel. They might have a pretty realized world in place or a kick ass magic system … but where does it all begin? What troupes should fantasy writers avoid? And which ones will kickstart your epic series? Peat’s blog post explores beginnings and the time tested techniques he used in The Warded Man.

• Starting on a Farm

So you’ve got your beginning … what now? As you may already know, Peat is big on outlining when working on a novel. This can be a lifesaver when you are working with multiple main characters and multiple books.

• Stepsheet About the Writing Process

And then there is getting your manuscript published, and the overwhelming fear of rejection. Peat, and just about every writer in every genre, will tell you they’ve been rejected before. So why are you so scared?

• On Rejection

There you have it. Check back for more posts on writing, creativity and publishing. But for now, get writing!

Peat will be traveling this month with an August 17 stop at Blackwell’s in London with Myke Cole and Joe Abercrombie. On August 20th, he will be doing a reading at the Otherland Bookshop in Berlin. To round things off, he will be the author guest of honor at this year’s Pol Con from August 23-26 in Wroclaw, Poland.

Posted on August 17, 2012 at 8:00 am by megelizabeth
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