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I have no joke, I just like saying "Old Man Eggers".

edit: quisatsatterak wrote the best comment in that thread. Oh dear god that was good.

I want books written by the kids of today! With upgraded brand names and rock bands and haircuts! This "Moby-Dick" thing doesn't fit my TARGET DEMOGRAPHIC!

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I wasn't trying to defend the hype surrounding the book at all. To be honest, I hadn't even heard of it until I followed this link. I don't keep up with the hot news of the publishing world (I spend too much time fixating on film -- I know, I know, I'm such a boor). I've done some research so I know a little more now, but I'm still not defending the marketing. I don't know why I'd even care to. Anyway, yes, I was just responding to the claim that somehow the writer was discredited by her age.

I don't have to be told that I lack experience; I'm not the one attempting to write "Nabokovian" thrillers. Although, I think from now on I'll refer to everything I write, including journal entries, as Nabokovian thrillers, and look into getting one of these cowbone earplugs I’ve been hearing so much about.

another russophile tip!

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If asked for your influences, always end with "...and, of course, Chekhov."