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Scorpio Richelle Mead is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of urban fantasy books for both adults and teens. Originally from Michigan, Richelle now lives in Seattle, Washington where she works on her three series full-time: Georgina Kincaid, Dark Swan, and Vampire Academy.

A life-long reader, Richelle has always loved mythology and folklore. When she can actually tear herself away from books (either reading or writing them), she enjoys bad reality TV, traveling, trying interesting cocktails, and shopping for dresses. She's a self-professed coffee addict and has a passion for all things wacky and humorous.
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The 5th Bloodlines book will be out soon! Have you thought about what your next YA series will be once Bloodlines is complete?
Richelle Mead I know what I'll be working on next, but it hasn't been announced yet! I'm hoping to be able to tell everyone in a couple more months. Sorry for the s…moreI know what I'll be working on next, but it hasn't been announced yet! I'm hoping to be able to tell everyone in a couple more months. Sorry for the suspense! :)(less)
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Since the kickstarter for the Frostbite movie failed, do you know if fans will get another chance for a kickstarter. i think the problem was just that non one was aware of it going on. What can us fans do to ensure that Frostbite is greenlit? Love the VA and BL books! :)
Richelle Mead Aw, you're sweet. I honestly think the problem was that a lot of the VA fan base is teens--who don't have the means to raise money like adults. (The V…moreAw, you're sweet. I honestly think the problem was that a lot of the VA fan base is teens--who don't have the means to raise money like adults. (The Veronica Mars fan base was people my age--with jobs!). I don't know if there's anything that can be done to make the sequel. It's not something I'm a part of, but I know the producers are really passionate, and if there's a way to do it, they'll find it! From the very beginning, they've had a lot of obstacles to work against since so many investors think vampires are "over." It's been an uphill battle, with a lot of work behind the scenes that fans aren't aware of. Keep your fingers crossed! :)(less)
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VA Anniversary Excerpt #3 -- the one you've been waiting for

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Are you guys thankful for the Vampire Academy Anniversary edition coming out on Tuesday, with all its bonus stories? Well, you should be because here's an excerpt from "Hello, My Name is Rose Hathaway," which tells the tale of an illicit scavenger hunt at St. Vladimir's. Hope you like being back in Rose's head! Click here to learn more about ordering this edition.

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Succubus Blues Succubus on Top Succubus Dreams Succubus Heat Succubus Shadows Succubus Revealed
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“You can't force love, I realized. It's there or it isn't. If it's not there, you've got to be able to admit it. If it is there, you've got to do whatever it takes to protect the ones you love.”
― Richelle Mead, Frostbite
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“Only a true best friend can protect you from your immortal enemies.”
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“I’d said it before and meant it: Alive or undead, the love of my life was a badass.”
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