They bring to mind…Sailor Moon.
However, when her publisher Macmillan sent along the artists portfolio, she was certainly struck by Hanukas work.
I think thats one of the reasons whyIwas so drawn to him, says Meyer.
Because it does have a little bit of that Japanese/manga vibe to it, which I love.
And coming from that fandom and that background, theres definitely a lot of influence in the books.
Winter and Jacin in a romantic clinch in her menagerie.
Theyre so beautiful and so vibrant, Meyer says.
I couldnt be any happier with them.
That said, this is not the first time that the series has been illustrated.
Its just like one giant compliment.
Theres nothing quite like it!
And how must that feel for a former fanfiction writer?
Its a little weird, honestly!
But knowing that it exists brings me much, much joy.
In addition to fanfiction, Meyer is an alum of another online-centric writing community:National Novel Writing Month.
When asked if she might participate this year, she says, I hope so!
[…] Its a tradition for me, and one I would love to continue.
And she goes around punishing all of the snobs and the bullies and the people that she cant stand.
It will be a love story and secrets will be revealed, etcetera etcetera.
There are no fight scenes!
So this is kinda my first [of] going back to my teenage roots a bit.
The book is tentatively scheduled for fall 2021, though that timing may be subject to change.
I think for every author, the first one you get published is always going to feel really special.
Gosh, its so cheesyIm gonna say world peace, she says.
I dont know if its naive, but I truly like to think that that is a potential future.
The new, gorgeous paperback editions of The Lunar Chronicles will be available for purchase on February 4th.
you’re free to order them nowvia the official website.
As a former fanfiction writer herself, Natalie Zutter is mightily inspired to finish all of her WIPs.
Talk fairy tale retellings with her on Twitter @nataliezutter.
