Season of Change
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| Title: | Season of Change |
| Publisher: | (self-published by author) |
| Editor: | |
| Author(s): | Deborah H. Hymon |
| Cover Artist(s): | screencap |
| Illustrator(s): | |
| Date(s): | 2004 |
| Medium: | |
| Size: | 212 pages, perfect bound, 4" w X 6" h |
| Genre: | romance |
| Fandom: | Forever Knight |
| Language: | English |
| External Links: | archived on Wayback Machine |
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Season of Change is a novel by Deborah A. Hymon. After winning the Adult Yuletide award in 2003, it was then self-published as a fanzine in 2004, and sold directly to members of the FORKNI-L mailing list. The story was subsequently put on Deborah's website.
Plot Summary
Nick finally tells Natalie he loves her; but another vampire attacks her, changing their lives forever.
Cover
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Author's Notes
"In my Forever Knight world, the last TV episode, 'Last Knight', never happened. Call it denial, but the Nick that I grew to know and love would never have drained Nat, and left her on a cold, cement floor to die. And LaCroix, Nick's vampire master and father, would never end the life of his precious son. 'Last Knight' was an attempt to quickly end the show, but the fans refuse to let these wonderful characters die."
History
On 6 Jun 2004, Deborah wrote the FORKNI-L mailing list asking for more information about fanzines, and engaged in correspondence with Libby Smith ("Libratsie"):[1]
[Deborah A. Hymon]
I'm hoping someone can give me more info on fanzines. How were they shared, were they given away or sold? Selling for profit is illegal since fan fiction writers don't own the rites of the show or characters.
Are there any fanzines for FK being produced now? I've had several readers email me wanting signed copies of my Season of Change FK story. Has this ever been done for fan fiction fans? The fanzines are new to me, so any info would be appreciated.
[Libs]
Printed fanzines are traditionally sold for just enough that the publishers can recoupe the costs of printing. I recall back in the 80s and 90s, when I would occasionally buy one, they would range from $5 for a Xeroxed, stapled zine, to $25 for a bound, printer production quality zine.
[Deborah A. Hymon]
Thanks, Libs. This clarifies what I thought. I didn't realize that there was a demand for certain stories in a book or booklet format, but it doesn't surprise me. Forever Knight fans can't seem to get enough, and that includes me.I was shocked when several fans requested my last year's Yuletide Award entry, Season of Change, in a book form. A few want signed copies. Did the authors sign the older fanzines? I'm looking at options for a paperback version of this story, that would sell for the publishing cost--no profit.
Do you or anyone else know of any writers who are producing FK fanzines today? I figure with the easy internet access that fanzines aren't as popular. I find this entire concept interesting, so any info would be appreciated.
[Libs]
Fanzines, as I understand, started back in the 1930s when science fiction fans would produce "fan magazines" of stories, articles, etc. With the popularity of televisions, fanzines started to be published based on television series... most famously Star Trek. When I was in college, I wrote fanzine Trek stories so that I'd then get a free copy of the fanzine the story was in. I had no money and this allowed me to receive mail while away at school.If the author was self publishing, he or she might have signed them before mailing them out, especially if requested. Many fanzines took submissions of stories from around the world, so having each author autograph each copy of the zine would have been (is) impossible.
I don't think paper zines are nearly as popular now becuase the cost of printing is so outrageous. Ironically, it is actually easier to shelf publish, but the fact is, the Net is much cheaper.
As for FK fanzines, to get back to an FK topic, I think there were quite a few early on. I remember being asked several times right after the series cancellation if I'd submit a story for such-and-such a zine. There's also been a number of FK zines and even cookbooks with a fan fic slant produced with the proceeds going for charity. These are usually very limited edition.
It is important when producing a zine to clearly mark it as fan fiction and not to even slightly imply it is a "novel" or anything like that. That does raise TPTB's eyebrows, no matter what television show universe.
As for asking for hard copies of stories, it is rather rare, but I've had people ask me about doing it. My first virtual 4th FK season story earned several requests, and I did finally print out some, staple them together, and autograph them for local friends. But it sure wasnt' anything fancy.
[Deborah A. Hymon]
Libs, Thank you for all of the info on zines. I didn't know what fan fiction was until I posted the first scene of Nick and Nat in the loft, that later became the first chapter of Emotional Concert. I had another writer tell me that I was writing fan fiction. I laugh at how I was innocently, but happily sucked into this creative world. I find it fascinating how the fanzines started and how long they've been around.I will definitely mark the booklet, that it's fan fiction, as I do all my FK work. The source we're looking into will produce the story in a paperback book form for around 12-15 US dollars. I plan on buying them, and distributing them to fans who request them.
If you should ever decide to once again publish any fanzines of your work, I would be interested.
Thanks again.
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On 25 July 2004, Deborah announced to the list:[2]
Hi, Everyone.I¹ve had requests for bound and signed copies of my story, Season of Change. I¹m in the process of doing this. I¹ve spent time editing, and adding a few scenes, so the published copy will be different than the original. The book is in paperback form, consisting of 198 pages, with a professional looking color cover. The cost is $13 (US) plus shipping.
I¹m sorry for the cost, but please know that I¹m not making a profit on this book. I do not own the rights of the characters or anything pertaining to Forever Knight. This book was produced at the requests by fans, and for the purpose of sharing the story. The cost is exactly what the publisher is charging me.
I¹m taking requests from people who would like a copy. So far there have been 49 orders. I¹m pre-purchasing the books, signing the ones requested, and mailing them. I need to know how many to have published. Please do not request a copy unless you intend to purchase. This will probably be a one time offer. The book will not be offered on my web sites. If you¹re interested in purchasing a copy, please email me OFF LIST at:
[redacted e-mail address]
Deborah A. Hymon
On 28 July 2004, Deborah updated the list:[3]
Thanks, everyone, for the interest in this project. The pre-orders are still coming in, and I¹m amazed at how many have requested the book. There are only a few more days before I stop accepting pre-orders.I promised to keep you updated and I will. I received the sample book, and the cover is wonderful! However, there were a few problems with the text, including the lack of page numbers. We¹ve cleaned up the problems, and ordered another sample book that I should receive either this Friday or next Monday. If this copy is good, then I¹ll be placing the entire order.
As I mentioned earlier, this is probably a one time deal, and they will never be offered on my web sites. I¹m planning to order only the amount requested, so I can¹t promise to have extras at a later date. If you¹re interested, please send me an e-mail off list ASAP requesting a copy. When the books are ready I¹ll send private emails to the individuals who have pre-ordered the book. At that time, the info will include the total cost and where to mail the money orders.
Season of Change‹paperback format‹212 pages‹color cover with Nick and Nat
Book Cost $13.00‹This is my cost, NO PROFIT!!!!
To be paid by Money Order
PLEASE DO NOT pre-order a book unless you plan to pay for it. I have to pay for any books not sold.
Shipping for the US and Canada and any other countries will be posted once I receive the book, and calculate the shipping cost.
Thanks,
Deborah
On 31 July 2004, Deborah again updated the list:[4]
Hi, Everyone!The book is ready for publishing. I don't think you'll be disappointed. I'm very pleased with the cover. I received the latest sample, and approved it for printing. Due to the increased amount of requests, the cost of the book has been slightly reduced, therefore the original cost of the book will include the packaging and shipping cost. I¹m not making a profit on this book.
- Only 4 more days to place your order!
I want to quickly wrap up this project, and have established a deadline for pre-orders. Once the books have arrived from the publisher, I will individually contact people who have reserved a copy with the info where to send payment.
- Please do not request a book unless you intend to pay. I have to pay for all books not sold.
Season of Change is an Adult, Christmas story about Nick and Natalie--¹Last Knight¹ never occurred in my FK universe. This story is one of the many possibilities that could have happened to Nick and Nat¹s relationship.
Season of Change‹212 pages
Format‹standard size paperback
Cover‹Color, slick, picture of Nick and Nat
Cost--$13.00 includes shipping cost
Payment‹Money Order only
Deadline for pre-orders‹Wednesday, August 4th‹5:00 p.m. (EST)--This Wednesday!
Remember, this is probably a one time deal, and they will never be offered on my web sites. This book is produced for the purpose of sharing the story, and NOT FOR PROFIT! I¹m only ordering the books requested. The chances of ordering a book at a later date are slim. I can print another book, but the cost will increase because of quantity of books. The more books printed, the cheaper the cost.
If there¹s any questions, please feel free to email me.
Thanks,
Deborah
Editions
- paperback (fanzine) - 2004
- also on Deborah's website - archived on the Wayback Machine
Awards
- Adult 2003 Yuletide Award