I've been answering emails from readers who have bought Such a Pretty Girl, Leftovers and How It Ends as gifts, and want to know how they can have me sign the book(s) to make them even more special.

The fastest and best way to do that right now is to email me -- admin@laurawiess.com -- with who they want the book signed to, and their mailing address, and I can sign a bookplate and get it right back out to them. It's much easier and less expensive than mailing the actual books, and the plates will work beautifully.

I've had a lot of fun book shopping this year, for both gifts and yeah, for myself, too. Last night, while I was curled up on the couch reading, I just happened to glance up and caught Diva (aka Peach, aka Diva Diva Ondelay! ) hanging out with Santa and beaming her What I want for Christmas wishes my way.

 Happy holidays, from the feline Twilight Zone.