tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post6555379058589085759..comments2008-11-11T12:13:09.478-08:00Comments on Don't Mess With Steph: Adult Fan Roll Call - Express your Stephenie Support!Don't Mess With Stephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13739798097955312896noreply@blogger.comBlogger78125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-58424165461393488342008-10-14T11:16:00.000-07:002008-10-14T11:16:00.000-07:00Stephenie,I can't begin to imagine how it must be ...Stephenie,<BR/>I can't begin to imagine how it must be to put your hard work out there for the world to see. I'm grateful for it because it has introduced me to 25 of my new best friends and I can't think of my world without them now. <BR/><BR/>Your stories also inspired me to read more. Just this week I finished my personal goal to read 100 novels in 50 weeks. <BR/><BR/>Your characters are compelling and wonderful and I've enjoyed entering their world for a time. I'm sorry to see how things have progressed lately and can only hope that someday you will feel ready to return to Midnight Sun. It is amazing. <BR/><BR/>Thanks for you're wonderful stories and fun imagination.<BR/><BR/>DebbieCranberryfrieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04384164423414892482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-44636369070309433652008-09-18T10:01:00.000-07:002008-09-18T10:01:00.000-07:00The summer my older sister, 33, confessed an obses...The summer my older sister, 33, confessed an obsession and subsequently recommended Twilight. I read this book and quickly consumed New Moon and Eclipse in a week. Luckily for me, this was only two weeks before Breaking Dawn was to be released. But those two weeks were terribly long. I was almost scared to read Breaking Dawn out of my love for the previous three books. I was afraid that the final installment would be too, well, final. I adored Breaking Dawn. Stephenie, you gave us everything we wanted, everything that was great about your series. Thank you so much for creating such a fantastic and marvelous world. I have to admit my obsession and the fact that I could not get Bella and Edward out of my daydream thought life for a solid month after I finished the series. I mean, we're talking every available second was spent replaying scenes from one of the books. Driving in the car, cooking dinner, lying in bed trying to fall asleep; all thinking of this amazing romance.<BR/> I then read Host and was just as impressed with this tale as I was with the Twilight saga. I was hopeful that this was a something that would hold me over until the release of Midnight Sun. And then my bubble burst. I absolutely abhor that someone has ruined your next project. I was so anticipating Midnight Sun, I was shattered when my sister called to tell my about your posting on your website explaining the situation. While I certainly understand your frustration (well, the most that anyone who hasn't spent years writing and working on this project can understand), but I'm still devastated that there will be no fruition to Edward's tale. I haven't read the posted portion because I'm holding out hope that someday, you will have a renewed spirit and can pick up the pen to finish his voice. I also would like to see this one printed and bound in a beautiful black cover to stand beside my other 4 hardback Twilight books. <BR/> No matter what, you have given me a fantastic gift in the form of four amazing tomes. You should be proud that you can stretch a person's imagination and make characters so real that I'm jealous of Bella. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-11554958804803793232008-09-15T07:29:00.000-07:002008-09-15T07:29:00.000-07:00Stephenie-- I too am a HUGE fan of your work! I an...Stephenie-- I too am a HUGE fan of your work! I an not a big reader and then I was told by a friend to read your twilight series! I finally did! Thank you! I now find myself wanting to read. I loved BD I thought that it was great! I loved being sucked into a world that had nothing to do with me. Because to the Twilight Series I have found a love of reading! I am truly sorry for the disappointment that you must be feeling and just know that anything and I mean anything that you publish wil have a space on my bookshelf! Again thank you for your stories!!Tiffany -- the mommyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14449871696761030450noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-70436699667673854972008-09-10T17:06:00.000-07:002008-09-10T17:06:00.000-07:00Stephenie, Though I'm barely an adult, like many ...Stephenie,<BR/> Though I'm barely an adult, like many others, I felt an urge to reach out to you at this time. I understand how frustrated you must be at the recent events. I just wanted you to know a few things and ask (no it is not me begging you to write midnight sun) you to do one thing. <BR/> I want you to know you have inspired and giving me many good moments with your books. I want you to know how much I look up to you, because unlike some other great authors today, you do it purely for the love of writing. It's that love that makes the characters so real. <BR/> Now all I ask is that you do not let that go. Don't let other people take away your love of writing. I do hope you will take us back to forks someday but if not that is your choice. Just continue to do what you do best. <BR/><BR/>Your fan,<BR/>DanielleAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-38733212870292918472008-09-08T18:40:00.000-07:002008-09-08T18:40:00.000-07:00I breathed again for the first time in a long time...I breathed again for the first time in a long time after reading your first book, Twilight. It was just an ordinary day when I walked into the bookstore a few weeks ago and saw the Twilight Saga displayed. I picked up the first book out of curiosity... stood there and read the first page, read the second, read the third...three hours later I found myslef in the corner of the bookstore, crouched on the floor and completely lost in the world of Twilight. Needless to say, the book came home with me! As I closed the last page of this amazing story I had to catch my breath as the tears wouldn't stop... I've been afraid to dream...afraid to hope... and you reminded me of the 17 year old girl I used to be, so full of life and full dreams. <BR/>I've been sleeping for a long time, hiding from my fears of love and committment....instead of giving in to them and taking the risk.<BR/>Thanks for sharing your stories with us. For giving a part of yourself and taking the risk.<BR/>Vulnerability is tough to swallow, whether it's sharing your most intimate writing, your dreams, your love... anytime you expose yourself for others to see and behold- it can be paralyzing. Brave on more levels than one, I commend you for what you've accomplished. And personally, thank you for helping me feel again...tiffany mariehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09004317632496094314noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-37133600120245597982008-09-08T17:03:00.000-07:002008-09-08T17:03:00.000-07:00Stephenie,I want you to know that I have started p...Stephenie,<BR/>I want you to know that I have started praying for you and will continue to do so. My prayer is that you will have a shield like your Bella, so that none of the callousness and negativity can penetrate into your soul, and all of the care and support you need will flow through to you freely.<BR/><BR/>Of all the wonderful gifts you have given the world, one the coolest is this very idea: that many of us "shield" ourselves without knowing what we are doing. Like your early Bella, we don't let others in because we are so afraid of rejection. But as we become more self-aware, our shields can keep out the dangers while letting in the love we so need.<BR/><BR/>I am a mother of two, a 14 yr. old boy and an 11 yr. old girl, and we all passionately love you and your stories. Your characters and plot lines have given us so much shared joy and a whole "language" for talking about issues like dating and pregnancy and learning to love yourself and others. I am endlessly grateful, Stephenie, for this closeness that we feel, to one another and to you. <BR/><BR/>We even talk about deeply spiritual ideas that come from your stories... like how Wanderer the peaceful Soul helps us imagine what it's like to be in God's "shoes", to love humans so much and yet be so misunderstood by them. <BR/><BR/>Stephenie, your brilliant creativity and refreshing authenticity shine like the stars on a clear night. You are truly gifted, and we are so grateful you risk giving yourself to us.<BR/><BR/>I never would have thought that I could love Twilight anymore than I already did, but reading Edward's POV deepened the story even more. I can't even believe it! How you have captured such an endearingly vulnerable yet passionately strong and unconditionally loving character is amazing to me!<BR/><BR/>Thank you, Stephenie. Take care of yourself, and let the love of your worldwide community saturate your every pore!<BR/><BR/>Love,<BR/>KariAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-80396851416720681442008-09-08T11:49:00.000-07:002008-09-08T11:49:00.000-07:00Stephenie--My 14 yr old daughter, Emeline, became ...Stephenie--<BR/>My 14 yr old daughter, Emeline, became excited about your books from a friend. I decided to read the books ahead of her to make sure they were "appropriate" for her age. What a surprise to find a story so compelling and beautiful. I ended up reading the first 3 in two and a half days. I couldn't put them down. <BR/><BR/>When Breaking Dawn was released I stayed up all night and finished it by morning. I love the journeys your characters have taken and I respect your strength in sticking to your story the way you would have it told. <BR/><BR/>I read the official first chapter of Midnight Sun that was posted online and I couldn't wait for the rest. I was so disheartened when I heard how someone had violated your trust and privacy. I respect your decision to put aside the novel for now. But please don't let the horrible actions of a few silence Edward's voice forever.<BR/><BR/> After you posted the rough draft I couldn't help but read it. (I would have never sought it out illegally!) Even in that rough form Edward's view brings so much depth to the characters surrounding Bella. Take as much time as you need, but please let Edward's story be told. <BR/>Thank you for making me believe in True Love again.<BR/>RachaelAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-29227373395275349072008-09-08T08:59:00.000-07:002008-09-08T08:59:00.000-07:00Stephanie,I am a fellow mother of 3 in my 30's...Stephanie,<BR/>I am a fellow mother of 3 in my <BR/>30's and I want you to know how much I have LOVED your books! <BR/><BR/> I cannot recall ever being as interested in any books as much as I have been interested in yours and I want to thank you for writing your characters with realism and depth - especially Bella - thank you for giving our world a REAL & INTELLIGENT heroine!!!<BR/><BR/>I did not know about the Midnight Sun leak until I read your post. I am very sorry that this has happened - but I want you to know that after reading the excerpt on your website my heart was literally pounding!!! Your writing from Edward's point of view is PURE MAGIC (not a mess), and I sincerely hope that you will be able to finish it. <BR/><BR/>You have the support and love of many people - enjoy your time with your family - and I can't wait to someday read more about Edward's thoughts in a beautifully bound black, red, and white book!<BR/><BR/>Sincerely,<BR/>BeckyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-42233784774452564422008-09-08T08:41:00.000-07:002008-09-08T08:41:00.000-07:00Stephenie,I am not one to post comments on website...Stephenie,<BR/>I am not one to post comments on websites, but I feel prompted to share my feelings to you so bare with me...even though I am one in thousands that is doing the same. I am a mother of five daughters, a nurse by profession. This crazy road I've traveled throughout my life has not been an easy one. <BR/>This last December I was going through a particularly difficult time and at an all-time low. One of my daughters suggested I "escape" for awhile and read your books. I must admit I had resisted their attempts several times before that, but this time her urging got through to me. From the moment I picked up Twilight I was transformed to another place, another time, and the hurt and anxiety I had been experiencing was soon replaced by a delicious excitement I hadn't felt in years...each book a captivating, magical place for me to escape to for a moment in time. Since then my daughters and I have had the time of our lives discussing each detail we've read- it has opened up such fun discussions! Stephenie, you have such gift that you have given to the world. You've brought back some decency in the literary world that we've so desperately been starving for! Please consider writing again for us in the future after you've had some time to heal. My family and my faith have been my anchor in my life. You have a God-given gift. Consider sharing it again with us. <BR/>Respectfully yours,<BR/>A.R.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-59735312077055522872008-09-08T00:14:00.000-07:002008-09-08T00:14:00.000-07:00Stephenie~I just want to let you know that you hav...Stephenie~<BR/>I just want to let you know that you have the support of myself and many more of my own friends and family. You are such a gifted woman and it is so sad that there are people in this world that take thing way to far. You are great and I love your book, everyone of them. Thank you!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17250377652674572759noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-12751276791937397262008-09-07T23:37:00.000-07:002008-09-07T23:37:00.000-07:00Sis. Meyer--Thank you so much for your words. You...Sis. Meyer--<BR/>Thank you so much for your words. You've inspired and rekindled fond memories within me.<BR/>I openly admit to being hesitant to read the Twilight series. I've never been one to jump on the bandwagon. In fact, just the opposite. When people tell me "you have to (read, watch, listen) this!" I runaway. I'm afraid of being disappointed. Setting my hopes up for something good, and being let down. Plus... a romance? Gag! Trite, tawdry, predictable... boring.<BR/><BR/>For months, my daughter has been begging me to read Twilight. Friends at school and church were all reading it. Being in Vancouver, WA, the excitment was even greater, as many of the girls (and boys) from church went with Twilight Mom's to watch the filming and even were picked as extras.<BR/><BR/>Finally, with the approach of Breaking Dawn, I decided to crack open my daughters book. Amazing! Five days later, I finished all 4 books. The house was dirty, kids slightly malnurished (just kidding), and husband's quizitive looks of "what's gotten into you?" as he was pummelled with increased hugging, snuggling, and snogging (in between reading). In the end it was worth it.<BR/><BR/>I'm hooked. An official addict.<BR/>More than that, you've inspired and reminded me.<BR/><BR/>Years ago, while at BYU, I pondered the idea of being a writer. For over 15 years, characters, places, and fantastic beasts have been swirling in my mind.<BR/><BR/>I was told I was good. Teachers, and even a couple of "famous" writers (family friends) told me not to be afraid. To go for it!<BR/>Unfortunatly, I allowed fear to cause me to falter.<BR/>Fear of failure, rejection, inadequacy, embarrassment.<BR/><BR/>Then I found out more about you. Much the same as me. Mom, wife, BYU graduate. You didn't do it for someone else; for an assignment or for monetary gain. You didn't allow fears to hold you back. You did it because it was inside you, waiting to come out. Bella and Edwards story had to be realized.<BR/><BR/>You inspired me. For the first time in 15 years, I sat down at my computer, and started writing. I don't know what I'll do with my story. I don't know if it will go any further than the hard drive on my computer, but I do know that you inspired me to do it. To finally give birth to the characters that have been in me for so long.<BR/><BR/>Some stories as meant to be told. They have to be born within the mind, heart and soul of its author. Write for yourself. Write for Bella. Write for Edward.<BR/><BR/>I truly hope that Edward will get his voice. That we will be able to hear (in his own words and thoughts) what led to this wonderful eternal romance.<BR/><BR/>Take care Sis. Meyer. I wish you and your family well. No matter what choice you make.<BR/><BR/>Oh... and I consider myself very blessed. I did marry my Edward. Thank you for reminding me of that.<BR/><BR/>Your newest fan, and fellow BYU Cougar,<BR/><BR/>S.<BR/><BR/>Thank you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-18194254258601034742008-09-07T20:34:00.000-07:002008-09-07T20:34:00.000-07:00Stephenie,I just want you to know how much I love ...Stephenie,<BR/>I just want you to know how much I love ALL of your wonderful books. I have read and re-read all of them. I am disheartened with the recent leak of Midnight Sun. It is a huge violation of both your rights and your trust. I hope that you will allow us to get into Edward's head when you are ready. We love you and hope you can spend some well deserved time with your kiddos and DH. (((hugs)))Aprilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02330772226430864750noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-38038248555592538672008-09-07T18:24:00.000-07:002008-09-07T18:24:00.000-07:00Stephenie-I gave you a letter at each event I atte...Stephenie-<BR/>I gave you a letter at each event I attended this summer, but after such a downer of a fan-reaction summer, I think it needs said again -- I'm an English teacher and a librarian, and I simply can't put your books down. I love the realistic ways your characters interact; I love the funny bits and the parts that just feel "so true" when I come upon them. For people to snipe at you so venomously after one novel they didn't enjoy, after four they adored, is absurd and just plain mean. For that, I understand dropping your work on Midnight Sun. I can't imagine how frustrated and betrayed that must make you feel. <BR/><BR/>I have only read a small portion of the Midnight Sun draft on your website, but it is one of the most compelling stories I've read in a very, very long time. I hope that you feel able to return to that work some day because I would love to hear Edward's voice, but if you never do, I understand that as well.<BR/><BR/>Thank you for the five (and a half?) stellar works you've given us so far. You are one of my favorite contemporary authors, and regardless of what story you choose to pursue next I can't wait to pick it up. :)Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07590827743854553217noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-14988670887270765232008-09-07T17:49:00.000-07:002008-09-07T17:49:00.000-07:00There is now a website called http://www.savemidni...There is now a website called <BR/><BR/>http://www.savemidnightsun.com/ <BR/><BR/>We consider this a gift to Stephenie and our hope is that she will get this with enough movement on the web.Jaimehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05593271506475877791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-5241760716612672182008-09-07T17:14:00.000-07:002008-09-07T17:14:00.000-07:00Stephenie-I've already talked about this issue in ...Stephenie-<BR/><BR/>I've already talked about this issue in <A HREF="http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog&Mytoken=BDD9E8EA-4F94-41FE-B03C1C48FA5A18A77088075" REL="nofollow">my MySpace blog</A>, so I'll try not to repeat myself too much but I am sounding off here as well. I am infuriated that someone could do this to you no matter the reason.<BR/><BR/>I fell in love with your books. Your charachters lead very healthy lives in my head (lock me up now for public safety). You provide an amazing escape from the real world and adventure in a new world for all of us. It can sometimes be hard to step back from your daily life and just take a breather, but your books make it an extremely easy thing to do. Thank you for that.<BR/><BR/>Just know that we love you and support you in everything you do. We will continue to escape into your created worlds with joy and deep satisfaction.<BR/><BR/>Sincerely,<BR/>KelleyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-73123698898410853242008-09-07T16:07:00.000-07:002008-09-07T16:07:00.000-07:00Dear Stephanie,I want to start by thanking you for...Dear Stephanie,<BR/>I want to start by thanking you for letting us into Bella & Edward's world or rather, into your world. Your fascinating characters from Bella to Wanderer, and even minor ones like Marcus and Tanya have captured my imagination like no others. <BR/><BR/>I am so sorry for the hurt you have experienced these last few weeks beginning with the cruel critiques of Breaking Dawn. As so many others have pointed out here, your stories are in fact YOUR stories and we are just lucky enough to get to enjoy them. If Breaking Dawn had a fault, it was only that it had to end. There is so much more I wish I knew about Bella and Edward, Jacob and Renesme, and all the others!<BR/><BR/>I do not understand why anyone would choose to steal the work of any author (whatever they thought of that author). As sad as I am about our loss of Edward's perspective, I fully support your decision to set Midnight Sun aside. I doubt that my response to such a violation would have been as mature and calm as yours. I do hope that you decide to finish Edward's story one day. After reading the draft you published, I am more in love with him than ever! <BR/><BR/>Whatever the future holds, know that I will remain your grateful fan. Thank you for sharing your dreams with the world.<BR/><BR/>Brookebrookehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12784031703055590316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-12400430373151927612008-09-07T15:59:00.000-07:002008-09-07T15:59:00.000-07:00Stephenie-Thanks from yet another adult deeply aff...Stephenie-<BR/>Thanks from yet another adult deeply affected by your books! After being an avid reader as a young person, I rediscovered the joy of reading, thanks to Twilight. I've also made some wonderful friends and visited a beautiful part of the country as a result of reading your books. <BR/><BR/>It was a delight to read the chapters of Midnight Sun, tempered only by the knowledge that its leak has caused you such anguish. I do hope you will return to that story in the future; the first twelve chapters just made me anxious to read more from Edward's POV.<BR/><BR/>You have my sincere best wishes for all the rest and relaxation that is possible in a household with three active boys. When you're ready, we'll be here waiting enthusiastically for your next book, be it Midnight Sun or something completely different. <BR/>Sincerely,<BR/>BethAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-6087576406328931942008-09-07T15:24:00.000-07:002008-09-07T15:24:00.000-07:00My niece got me onto the Twilight books in 2007 be...My niece got me onto the Twilight books in 2007 because of the way she raved about the characters and the writing. Since then I have read the first 3 books about 5 times I am on my 2nd read of Breaking Dawn. My niece cant believe now how I am the bigger fan! <BR/><BR/>Your stories (including Breaking Dawn) have had me turning page after page due to the roller coaster of emotions that you feel with the characters. They had me giggling like a school girl one minute to laughing out loud, through to wiping away the tears the next - and this was all while reading them on a train in front of some very bewildered commuters. And to think that this is supposed to be a Young Adult novel! <BR/><BR/>Remember all feedback you get, be it good or otherwise, is only because people care about your characters proberly as much as you do. I think it would be far worse if no one cared to comment at all. <BR/><BR/>Best wishes & keep writing first and foremost for yourself, then your fans.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-86854725318136181642008-09-07T14:07:00.000-07:002008-09-07T14:07:00.000-07:00Dear Mrs Meyer I am a 53 year old African America...Dear Mrs Meyer I am a 53 year old African American professional female. Let me start by saying that I have connected with your books in a manner that hasn't happened for me in dacades (literally). I an soory that the opinions of some and the actions of a few has convinced you not to continue with Midnight Sun. I did not read the stolen copy but, I did read your official copy and as a result I am compelled to tell you how eye opening it was. Edward's story deserves to be told. After reading the 12 chapter I picked up Twilight and continued the stor where Midnight sun stopped and it feels like only half the story. I wanted to know what Alice was thinking, what Emments jokes were, what Carlise and Esme feel and most importantly what Edward was thinking.<BR/><BR/>It is my sincere hope that you will be able to put the actions and words of a few behind you and conplete Midnight Sun for those of us who love your books (yes even Breaking Dawn, I loved the ending) and allow us to live in the Cullen's world a little while longer. If you find this impossible to do, as a fan,writer and reader, I will be saddened but I will understand and I will not change how I feel about these books.<BR/>KCAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-21213473373912792952008-09-07T12:53:00.000-07:002008-09-07T12:53:00.000-07:00Stephenie,I've been an avid reader all of my life,...Stephenie,<BR/>I've been an avid reader all of my life, but I've never been so captivated by a book before I read Twilight. I can't believe that anyone would say anything negative about the person who had the courage to share this beautiful dream with millions. What you posted of Midnight Sun was amazing, and I hope that you are too proud of it to let it die. Everyone on this site has said such wonderful things that I just wanted to add my name to their list. Whatever you decide, I support you 100%, and will eagerly await you next project, whatever it may be. <BR/>Sincerely,<BR/>- Maggie WileyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-17522314074639135412008-09-07T12:14:00.000-07:002008-09-07T12:14:00.000-07:00Dear StephenieI hope you can feel the care and sup...Dear Stephenie<BR/>I hope you can feel the care and support that you are receiving from all of your fans We are here for you and I hope that you may find peace and happiness. You brought to life Edward and Bella along with the rest of Forks. I pray you decide to allow us the privlige of seeing the completed Midnight Sun when and if you see fit.What we were allowed to see was a beautifully written insight into the depth of Edwards mind and love for Bella On a personal note I want to share with you that my 15 daughter who is 2nd behind me in the fan department has now completed Wurthering Heights and is moving on to Jane Austen. Her English teachers are in heaven<BR/>Thank you again for giving us all a chance to share your joy of Twilight and may your faith in people be restored<BR/>With my deepest thanks <BR/>MegAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10670406715673022418noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-39408022676232607552008-09-07T11:25:00.000-07:002008-09-07T11:25:00.000-07:00Dear Stephenie,I hope you find some comfort in all...Dear Stephenie,<BR/>I hope you find some comfort in all the comments posted here... At 34, I am sometimes embarrassed to admit how much I love the Twilight series. :) But I am definitely not alone; I have several adult friends who also loved the books, in addition to the thousands of your fans of all ages around the world. After reading your books and your website, I find what I enjoy most is <I>your</I> enjoyment in telling these stories. I believe it's your investment in the characters and their world that makes them so enthralling...even addictive. :) And it is that belief that saddens me most for the disrespect shown for your work on Midnight Sun. I can only imagine the range of emotions you've endured dealing with the leak, and I understand your decision to indefinitely hold off on the book. With that in mind, I thank you for sharing the first 12 chapters with us. They were delicious! :) I do hope that, when you've had time to relax and regroup, Edward's voice will return to you with the rest of his story. In the meantime, I hope you will enjoy some well-deserved quality time with your family. I will be reading The Host and thinking of you fondly. :)<BR/>With gratitude and respect,<BR/>NancyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-74576679497281600582008-09-07T10:41:00.000-07:002008-09-07T10:41:00.000-07:00Dear Stephenie,I love Twilight and the Host and I`...Dear Stephenie,<BR/><BR/>I love Twilight and the Host and I`m looking forward to whatever you will write in the future.<BR/><BR/>Don't forget that you have fans all over the world who love your work and support you!<BR/><BR/>You have changed our lives in so many positive ways!<BR/><BR/>Don't get discouraged!<BR/>You are brilliant!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-9425277760987510852008-09-07T10:29:00.000-07:002008-09-07T10:29:00.000-07:00Stephenie,I love the Twilight Saga! Thank you for ...Stephenie,<BR/><BR/>I love the Twilight Saga! Thank you for writing this awesome story. I am a 51 year old divorced mom of 3 grown children. These books have truly opened up my heart to the possibility of romance! They've made me want to participate in love again. Wow! This amazes me!<BR/><BR/>You are the best story teller. I've never read books that made me feel like the characters are real. I've read all the books several times and when I'm not reading them I miss Bella, Edward and everyone. I think I actually feel like I am Bella and I love Edward. They are in my dreams. I loved Breaking Dawn & its happy ending. It's what I wanted. Thank you also for giving us so much of Bella as a vampire. <BR/><BR/>This brings me to Midnight Sun. I am so sorry this happened to you and to we fans who support you. Thank you for posting what you have so we can read it. I love it! I need more! I am so hoping that one day soon you'll want to finish this story. You, I and many others want to see this published along with our other Twilight books. Don't let the wrong actions of others take this away from us. I understand if you can't but encourage you to do so & support you no matter what you decide.<BR/><BR/>I was encouraged to read Twilight by my then 17 year old daughter. It was such a gift you gave us to be able to bond through this story soon before she left for college. Myself & a co-worker have gotten so many other co-workers to read also. It has been so much fun to have our Twilight discussions at work. The Twilight Saga has brought so many people together.<BR/><BR/>Just know I love & support you. I'll buy & read anything you write. I own The Host but have to put down my Twilight obsession for awhile to read it but plan to do so soon; just getting too curious.<BR/><BR/>You're the best! Enjoy time now with your family and doing other projects. Please someday come back to Twilight!<BR/>Thank you Stephenie!<BR/><BR/>TeriAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6880157154582490355.post-13525654597418174662008-09-07T10:11:00.000-07:002008-09-07T10:11:00.000-07:00Awe is yours. First read of Breaking Dawn, I felt ...Awe is yours. First read of Breaking Dawn, I felt unsettled. So I got some much-needed sleep and food (because I'd been way too excited about the book, heh), dropped my preconceptions, and read it again.<BR/><BR/>I'm glad I did. All the things I noticed the second time satisfied me. It wasn't the story I'd been expecting, but I had to acknowledge it makes sense for the characters. For not writing the easy ending, and not catering to the fan buildup, you've my respect.<BR/><BR/>I'm a crusty 27. I tend to be mired in canon classics. But I've never been more happy to be yanked from my cave. Prior to this, I've only read one book more than once. Now I'm about to finish rereading the whole saga for a third time, and that's despite my mother and sister introducing me to Twilight only four days before the release of Breaking Dawn. On a curious personal level, there's something about it that restores faith. But also, I just keep finding more that I like about the characters and how you've woven the story.<BR/><BR/>The writing is getting so delicious by the preview chapter of Midnight Sun! Yes, even though it's "flawed." (Admittedly, part of the draw is puzzling out Edward's perspective.) I'll never write anything worth ganking. But still. Just seems like it might be an even more intriguing story to tell...? <BR/><BR/>There are always going to be negative reactions in the world -- sometimes because people are too impassioned to see clearly -- and moments where people's judgment isn't perfect. It hurts like hell. I wouldn't know if this is what's gnawing or not. Maybe as 'elysepatrice' says, "You gotta do what you gotta do!"<BR/><BR/>It just seems impossible that would keep down something, *someone*, so incredible. I guess I will believe it when I see it. :)<BR/><BR/>Rock on.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14394414442738409495noreply@blogger.com