Maybe that’s not the most eloquent way to phrase the situation, but it holds pretty true.

It is sad that someone discussed doing such a thing, however, I believe they spoke or questioned out of desperation. And I agree with Toni, it just makes the rest of us look bad. Now I have more bad karma. Thanks, I needed it.

No one condones this as a practice, plagurism and fraud have always been my strongest peeves in both my careers (not sure about during motherhood).

As a former Trisk author, I empathize with the heartbreak and frustrations of the other writers affected by the Triskelion closing their doors. I saw the handwriting on the wall quite some time ago and got out. I have letters releasing the rights of all my books.

I also see Angela’s point of view as a publisher. To protect her company, she has to be cautious. I read the particular post in question and wrote it off as desperation, not as fact or an intent to commit a crime.

A person pouring their heart out on the internet always runs the risk of appearing as the star in blogs. It’s a fact of life. Human nature being what it is, there’ll always be someone who gets pleasure from stirring up trouble.

I know it’s difficult, but Trisk authors should take several deep breaths and move on. Concentrate on their career by writing new material. Put Trisk on the back burner until Trisk files bankruptcy. No one knows what the Bankruptcy Trustee will decide until after the schedules are filed in court.

Be patient. Wait for the facts. Otherwise, you’ll be like this :chicken:

Expend your energy in a positive way. Write a new story and make it the best ever.

Since you’re a nice mommy (in addition to an evil editor) you can just treat us like the poor orphaned children we now are and say “bad girls, play nicely”.

Certainly none of us meant to start such a firestorm of controversy. It’s almost enough to make this disgruntled author believe in the power of the written word again.

Just in case that threw anyone, I’m just kidding! LOL Minx

I feel sorry for the Trisk dudes too, but they need to remember this is still a business, and being unprofessional won’t help them get their books published.

I feel for these new authors who won’t get to see their first sold book released. My only advice to them is to get writing! Make the next book even better. We’ve all been burnt. I have heard that with the new bankruptcy laws, we should have our rights back once the trustee reads those contracts. So, bide your time. Create new series. Dig up a heroine who is just as angry and frustrated as yourself and bring her to life!
*stepping off of soapbox*
Doreen Orsini

I had an easier time because I got my letter of release for everything years ago, but the emotional damage was suprising. Triskelion bought my first work, and I’ll forever be grateful for that. The rest? I’ll leave that be.

I only know that it’s folly to assume that your work can just be handed off to another publisher easily. There are a few exceptions of course, and the stars will rise, for sure. It’s gotten very competitive since I first subbed at various companies, and your old books may not cut it. I know I have to work ten times harder now to create a brand new book that will be accepted at Samhain, and that’s my goal for this summer/Fall. I’m not sure about other companies. I’m not trying to scare anyone, I’m just pointing out that I’ve been at both spots and the standards are changing as things become more competitive. And if Triskelion was not on the up and up with you, do not assume that other companies aren’t more professional and won’t hold you to that professional standard. I guess Angie already made that point.

I know that pain and confusion and hurt will make you say things you’ll regret later, perhaps much later. Really think now about how you want to be perceived next month, next year. I know I regret confiding in some “friends.” I don’t mean to sound preachy, but I have sort of been through a minor version of what you are going through.

I’ll give some advice, and you won’t like it, but it’s from the heart, so take it or tell me to kiss off, I’m okay either way.

Start a new book.

Bring your writing to a higher standard, shoot for the stars, and don’t look back. I am nearly finished completely overhauling books that were published by Triskelion. Honestly, I wish I would have listened to a very wise woman and started from scratch! I’ve even opted NOT to rerelease one of my old books for which I have a contract, because it doesn’t meet my sense of what I’m capable of.

Go forward. Again, I’m terribly, terribly sorry and I wish everyone the best.