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1. I am in the process of reading The Virgin of Small Plains, it is so amazing. I think it would make an amazing movie and can not wait to read The Scent of Rain and Lightning(: sincerely, malariecox(:
   • Malarie cox, Andover, ks
     September 6, 2010
2. Hi Nancy, I was delighted to see that you are the keynote speaker at the KS Authors Convention in early October. Seems a long time since we served on the Manhattan Mystery Conclave planning committee together. I seldom get to attend the KS Authors Convention, as it usually falls on a K-State game day. Not so this year! Loved your last two books set in the Flint Hills. Nice to let the rest of the world know about the special place we live in. Looking forward to seeing you in October. Nancy Julien Kopp www.writergrannysworld.blogspot.com
   • Nancy Julien Kopp, Manhattan, KS
     September 3, 2010
3. I just finished reading The Virgin of Small Plains, and The Scent of Rain and Lightning within 4 days and absolutely LOVED both books! I was wondering if we are going to be reading any future books set in Kansas? I am from a small town in eastern Ks and thoroughly enjoyed the settings in both the books I read!
   • Lisa, Osawatomie
     September 2, 2010
4. I just found your books. I enjoyed Bum Steer and just started Confession. I'm really intrigued by your characters. And I'm glad you're so prolific as I am a voracious reader. I'm off to resume Confession. Bye
   • Carol Ulen, Grand Junction, MI
     August 29, 2010
5. I graduated from Larned High in 1964 and FHKSU in 1969 and being from Kansas thought when I found The Scent of Rain and Lighting while searching for mysteries on the internet I would give it a try. It is by far the best mystery novel I have read and as an avid reader I have read hundreds. I plan on buying The Virgin of Small Plains this weekend and will then start on the series. Nick Morgan Ferndale, Wa.
   • Nick Morgan, Ferndale
     August 27, 2010
6. • ghj, fhg
     August 22, 2010
7. I picked up The Scent of Rain and Lightning at my local library, and was swallowed up by the characters. I literally could not stop reading this from the moment I opened the book. This is the first of your novels I have read. now I must go back and read all the rest. What an incredible achievement.
   • Lea-anne Martin, Brisbane, Australia
     August 15, 2010
8. I am looking forward to meeting you at the Missouri Writers Guild 2011 Conference in April. I will be attending your breakout session.
   • Brandi Schmidt, St. CharlesMO
     August 11, 2010
9. I just bought your book The Scent Of Rain and Lighting anf I can't wait to start reading it. When I picked up the book The Scent Of Rain and Lighting and I read some of it I knew that it would touch my heart right away. I can't wait to read your other books too.
   • Holly Stewart, Saint Charles, MO
     August 9, 2010
10. I didn't think I could enjoy a character more than Jenny Cain - until I met Marie Lightfoot. Being stubborn (why should I invest my time getting to know a character who is only going to be in one book?) and prejudice (what's Kansas got to offer that West Michigan can't top?) I haven't read your latest. Maybe I'll have to break down because I love your style and word pictures. Meanwhile, any chance you'll bring back my heroines?
    • Celeste, Holland, MI
      August 5, 2010
11. I miss the Jenny Cain mysteries as well as the Eugina Potter mysteries. When will you give them another chance? Peggy Abbaticchio
    • Peggy, Staten Island, NY
      August 3, 2010
12. Just finished The Scent of Rain and Lightning. Awesome book...great read...hard to put down! Looking forward to your next book!
    • Kathy Poulin, Vancouver, BC
      July 29, 2010
13. I am a rabid reader and just read both the Scent of Rain & Lightning and the The Virgin of Small Plains. Exquisite family dynamics, great intoxicating stories. I will now commence to reading everything you wrote. I do this whenever I find a new author--so you are in excellent company. Keep writing, please!!!!!
    • Barbara Alonzo, Chicago Illinois
      July 27, 2010
14. The Sent of Rain and Lightning was my book club pick for this month and everyone LOVES it! You tell a wonderful story full of imagery that seems to effortlessly spans over time. Thanks for such a great story that will live with me forever and not to mention making me look so good at the book club for my awesome pick. = )
    • Stacey McDowell, Montgomery, Texas
      July 25, 2010
15. I've just discovered your mysteries and I'm loving them so much. I needed them in the cold winter last year though, would have been so cozy. So write as fast as you can! I'll run out soon because now it's the only thing I want to read. Ann in OH
    • Ann Davis, Chillicothe, OH
      July 22, 2010
16. I picked up Virgin of Small Plains on Saturday afternoon and didn't lay it down until I was finished. I had never read any of your books but am already plotting my next trip to the bookstore to purchase more of them!!! Thanks for the great story! I can't wait to pick up The Scent of Rain & Lightening!
    • Jennifer Stone, Norfolk
      July 19, 2010
17. I've enjoyed reading your books since I first picked up Generous Death but I believe you've reached new heights as a writer with The Scent of Rain and Lightning. Bravo.
    • Annie, NYC
      July 14, 2010
18. I am about to read the Virgin of Small Plains after having "lost" you for a while. I read all of Jennie Cain, but thanks to the Internet I now know what you are writing. I have many pleasant days ahead. Thank you!
    • Marion, Boston
      July 14, 2010
19. Absolutely loved The Scent of Rain and Lightning. Rec'd it as a gift while recuperating from surgery and had trouble putting it down. Am now anxious to read The Virgin of Small Plains and others. Thank you for hours of enjoyment.
    • Linda Fox, Plano, Texas
      July 6, 2010
20. I just found you (no you weren't lost--I just hadn't had the pleasure until recently) I read the Scent.. and promptly bought 3 copies for gifts and started telling my friends about you. Now I am trying to gather the 10 Jenny Cains. You are wonderful-- the loved the Scent and can't wait to dive into the others. Thank you for the fabulous hours of enjoyment!!! Dawn
    • Dawn Shepherd, Littleton CO
      July 3, 2010
21. I just finished reading "The Virgin of Small Plains". I couldn't lay it down. I will definitely be reading more of your books. Thank You, Jody
    • Jody, Clever, Missouri
      June 30, 2010
22. I so look forward to reading your new book!
    • Bonna Wallace, Greenville, SC
      June 29, 2010
23. I recently read The Virgin of Small Plains and was truly amazed by not only the story but how beautifully written it is. The Scent of Rain and Lightning was equally enthralling and I am anxiously awaiting any new books. My family and I will definitely keep buying as long as you have a story to tell!
    • Melissa Gritter, Pompano Beach FL
      June 24, 2010
24. I read the Scent of Rain and Lightning and then had to read the Virgin of Small Plains. Your plot twists and turns kept me intrigued. Can't wait to read your next book.
    • kathleen, springdale,arkansas
      June 23, 2010
25. The Virgin of Small Plains was amazing. I can't stop recommending it to people. I just got someone on twitter to buy a copy. They'll thank me later. I also rec'd it to a friend after I'd finished it. We both agree it's the best book ever written. My friend immediately purchased The Scent of Rain and Lightning from Amazon after finishing The Virgin of Small Plains, and I ordered two signed copies from I Love A Mystery bookstore (one for me, and one for a giveaway on my blog). It's a joy to read your writing. Keep it up. Your fans will keep spreading the word!
    • Rebecca Hamilton, Oakland Park, FL
      June 19, 2010
26. Loved, loved, LOVED...the Scent of Rain and Lightning!! Every bit as good as (or maybe even better than) Virgin. Keep 'em coming!
    • Sandy Patterson, Wetmore, KS
      June 17, 2010
27. Nancy, Yesterday I finished -The Scent of Rain and Lightning- I finally had to forget getting anything done until I finished. I had it figured wrong. I thought maybe Chase and possibly she wasn't dead. What a book! Couldn't wait to finish so I could find ou what happened and then was sorry I was finished!!! I'm going to get the Virgin of Small Plains and then start on the series. Alice
    • Alice Milankovic, Edwardsville
      June 16, 2010
28. I couldn't put The Scent of Rain and Lightning down. I recommended it to all my friends. Since, I have read Virgin of Small Plains. Fantastic! Please hurry and write more!
    • Kelly, Byron Center, MI
      June 6, 2010
29. It's been a long, long time since I've read a book that resonated so strongly with me. The characters are so well developed and your descriptions of small town Kansas are so rich, I felt I'd been there and known these folks. I look forward to your next Kansas story.
    • Tucker Johnston, Lenexa, KS
      June 4, 2010
30. I have to tell you that even after growing up with stories in the 1970s Alfred Hitchcock anthologies that scared me silly, your short story, "Dark Chocolate" in the "Two of the Deadliest" anthology haunted me for days! I found myself reading it repeatedly, just SO feeling the silently screaming horror in the background. Yikes! Thanks, and I also enjoy your full stories as well!
    • Deborah Stelter, Crown Point, Indiana
      June 2, 2010
31. Nancy, I loved the Scent of Rain and Lighting. Now that I found you, I need your Virgin of Small Plains. Thanks so much for a great story. Annette
    • Annette Walter, San Antonio,Texas
      June 1, 2010
32. please inform me of new books by Nancy
    • carol chorba, lincolnshire, il.
      May 19, 2010
33. Enjoy your books - when I finish reading one, I can hardly wait until your next one is published. I just finished reading THE SCENT OF RAIN AND LIGHTNING which kept me up all night reading.
    • Pat Fisher, Ridgway, CO
      May 17, 2010
34. Please add me to your email updates' list
    • Pat Fisher, Ridgway, CO
      May 17, 2010
35. Hi Nancy! I just read The Virgin of Small Plains and I absolutely loved it. It was absorbing! I can't wait to read more of your work and tell all my reading buddies about your books! :)
    • Brittany Owens, Denison, TX
      May 16, 2010
36. Hi Nancy, I am the Manager/Activities Director of The Highland House which is an apartment building for 55 years and older. You have many fans that live here and was wondering if there is any way you could come by and do a speaking engagement? Thanks. Sue Salzman, Wichita May 15, 2010
    • Sue Salzman, Wichita
      May 15, 2010
37. Hello Nancy - After reading The Virgin of Small Plains I hoped you would write another novel set in Kansas. I am looking forward to readingThe Scent of Rain and Lightning. The Virgin of Small Plains was the first of your works that I read so I guess I am a new fan. Thank you for writing such good literature. Steve Wendt - Wichita, Kansas May 2, 2010
    • Steve Wendt, Wichita
      May 2, 2010
38. Hi Nancy - I do a monthly author display for my public library, and am working on one for you. Your web page was very helpful. Thanks! I read The Virgin of Small Plains a few years ago and loved it. Am looking forward to reading The Scent of Rain and Lightning. Check our my library's web page at www.lynchburgva.gov/publiclibrary
    • Candice Michalik, Lynchburg, VA
      April 29, 2010
39. Hi Nancy, this is Joyce from Syracuse. I enjoyed the pictures and journal of the trip out west last year. I noticed the Chambers cook stove. I have a powder blue one with a high back, stainless chrome top from the same era. We would love for you to come out sometime and we will take you on a tour of the local Sandpark. Once again, thank you for making the trek out our way and sharing your book. ja
    • Joyce Armstrong, Syracuse, KS
      April 13, 2010

40. Richmond Public Library is planning a road trip on May 4, 2010 to I Love a Mystery bookstore.  We really hope to see you and get a copy of your new book.

    • Barbara Lane, Richmond, KS
      March 12, 2010
41. I'm your first guest!
    • Cathy H., Overland Park, KS
      March 8, 2010