I'm wondering what is the norm or apprioate thing to say when you're writing an author.  Like when they offer things from their sites when sending a SASE, do you include a letter, note, mention the series, etc??

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Kelli

If you want to, you can. They always seem to appreciate fans letting them know they loved their work.

Hi Kelli! 

I write to authors sometimes and if I am requesting book marks or something like that (which many offer) I always include a short note, telling them that I appreciate their work and *very briefly* why I enjoy it.   Every author I have written to (with the exception of Patricia Briggs) has written back, sent  promotional items, and been really appreciative!   ----Diane

I've only had 1 author so far answer me. But I wrote Lara Adrian about a month ago & I included a note telling her that I loved her books & couldn't wait for the next one.

I've only written to one or two authors and they have always written a nice short thank you note. I got a very sweet e-mail from C.L. Wilson after I wrote to her last summer, saying that she planned an upcoming book for a charcater I mentiioned was a favorite.

I find that authors almost always write me back and are very sweet!