I'm allergic to guacamole.

I'm still puzzled, by the legality issue. If I try to interview Robin Sachs or one of the others for, say, the SF Chronicle, they'll refuse the publicity?

I'm finding that odd.

But yes, this sounds a very different project. Allyson's has a rather different outlook and more of a saga feel, from what I can see.

And, good luck with that, KMJ.

I'm still puzzled, by the legality issue. If I try to interview Robin Sachs or one of the others for, say, the SF Chronicle, they'll refuse the publicity?

No, what she's saying is that she's not re-printing interviews, that she's done her own, which are exclusive to her book.

(lightbulb goes off)

Ah, from the other end. THAT makes sense. Thanks, Jesse. When I see "exclusive", I see it as "only we shall communicate on this subject".

At least, that's my interpretation -- obviously, I'm not kmj.

Day.old. banana. pudding. You know?

Jesse,

You are correct. That's exactly what I meant. And from what I understand Leary gave an interview to a girl writing a book on Fandom recently - I was assuming it was Alison, although the name I heard was Laura. Either there are two of us or maybe there is a third. Regardless I really think the more the better. TV Guide rated BTVS the #2 cult show of all time. This community CANNOT be explained in one book by any ONE author. And that's a good thing for all readers.

Kiss Me Jane.

Coming in late, but good luck with your project, kmj. And I give you a lot of credit for such a gracious post in an awkward situation. You answered the questions well.

That was a gracious response to a sticky sitch, kmj, thank you.

I understand Leary gave an interview to a girl writing a book on Fandom recently - I was assuming it was Alison, although the name I heard was Laura.

I don't know Alison or Laura. I'm not interested in interviewing actors, or doing formal interviews so there's that.

Mine's just a collection of essays, all about me; BNF, loser, part-time link to TPTB.

Tentatively titled, "Will the Vampire People Please Leave the Lobby"

Monique - Thanks! :o) My first reaction was obviously defensive however I did understand how Allyson felt and that you are all her friends. It's your job to protect her and make her feel better. Hence the answers were not based on my first reaction. lol. And all that I said I truly did mean.

Allyson - Well then I guess there are three of us so far. lol. That sounds like a great book project! Keep up with it, seriously. No worries my book is different as it's a biography (in the standard sense) but with a HUGE section on the fandom community. Over the years I've met many people (some fans) that did not know about the community. Some of them were just starting to get into Buffy or Angel, and so I wanted to write something that was a "Dummies" style version of not only how to love the shows and follow the cast, but also how to become a part of this large internet family. It was also written BECAUSE no one else had done it yet. I felt that ALL members deserved credit, and now they will have their first taste of it, in my book (and more when yours is released, etc... etc...). Keep in mind that the weblinks offered are a great way to show appreciation for those fans that took the time to make their own sites, write their own fan fiction or draw their favorite cast member. Your book is perfect as it can go deeper into the emotions, descriptions etc... If anything to be quite honest, I think that both books will compliment each other. Again I'm repeating myself, lol but seriously I am excited to read your book and to learn more about your views on this community. I may have been here for over 2 years but there is always more to learn.

Kiss Me Jane.

Allyson - Well then I guess there are three of us so far. lol.

Well, four if you count my forthcoming collection of drinking games inspired by shows cancelled by FOX, with Buffy the Vampire Slayer haiku addenda.