We have a chapter with a couple of slower paced scenes and we need to fine tune them a bit. So you will get a big chunk on Monday, but we don’t want to post something half-baked today.
Here is Quincy.
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We have a chapter with a couple of slower paced scenes and we need to fine tune them a bit. So you will get a big chunk on Monday, but we don’t want to post something half-baked today.
Here is Quincy.
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Lorraine says
So cute! Love how the towel brings out her eyes…
Wotfan2 says
Hmmm, a small shape shifter. Is it a neighbor, or is it a stray?
Jeanne Turner says
The last gsd I had a few yeats ago was named Quincy!! What beautiful doggos!
Johanna J says
Love the orange towel. And, look at those eyes! Awww…
Natty says
Quincy could be an ewok for halloween
Judith says
So sweet and bright-eyed, (s)he really likes the attention! Good bribe for me at least :). And take your time, am rereading books so can wait. Besides, it is weekend soon, so have fun (and no work, preferably).
Oh Kay says
I’m re-reading their books too!
Oh Kay says
And re-discovering things like… how “gods” and the dilemma with “worshipers” has interesting parallels with “celebrities and fans” in our day.
(I foresee a movie deal in you guys’ future, IA ????)
Raisa says
I first read “as a bride” and was asking myself why ????♀️. Reading again made much more sense. Great bribe, she’s very cute.
Marianne says
And here I was thinking that orange “veils” were the latest thing… 😀
DianaInCa says
Aaaah, Love the pictures. Have a great weekend.
BrianK says
The Jedi dog, with his lightsaber/mop.
Chris says
Nice Hoodie, Quincy! It’s soooo your color!
Do you know that you have thousands of people who love you?
Take time to enjoy a little weekend chillin’ you guys.
Joanne says
He is adorable! He looks like he’s channeling E.T. 🙂
As always excited for more Ryder!
Breann says
+1 ????
Jana says
So cute! Hope you all have a relaxing weekend.
Wendy says
Not many humans can look so good in that color. Quincy is definitely an Autumn.
Anton says
The pandemic has made every week the wookie week of the month. Nice to know that the ewoks are fighting for recognition as well.
Claudia says
Quincy is ADORABLE, despite the slightly worried look on his face! Looking forward to getting Ryder on Monday, have a great weekend 🙂
Gaëlle from France says
Aw, cutie puppy…
Reminds me that I have to wax my legs…
Lynn says
Quincy is so handsome!
Dawn says
How is Quincy doing? She appears to be very happy.
Mar says
Reminds me a little bit of that iconic National Geographic photo of that Afghan girl.
Tara says
Obi wan quincobi. “These are not the socks you’re looking for….”
So did you keep the bombas?
Amanda P says
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Momcat says
LOL
Oh Kay says
lol
Teresa says
Stay safe. Have a great weekend. Quincy is lollipop cute.
Natasha Johnson says
Aww Quincy is so cute!! I love German Shepards! He looks so happy in his towel ????!
He looks so much better than the first pictures of when y’all got him, he is loving the spoiled life now!
Tink says
When I looked at the cropped picture on the blog home page I thought he had a big carrot in his mouth and I couldn’t figure out why, unless you were trying for a weird Groucho impression (that’s before my time, but I’ve seen the pictures).
Rexy says
Aww! How adorable! And for some reason, I thought, “Grandma, what big eyes you have!” Can we find Quincy a bonnet to wear temporarily? ????
Breann says
I’m not sure if you want it mentioned, but this blog post doesn’t have the “Continue Reading” button on it, from the blog main page. It may just be my phone (I’m using an Android phone on Internet Explorer). It looked like a very short post. I was able to click the title or scroll up from the comments, so it isn’t a big deal, but I thought you’d like to know. Maybe? ????????♀️
I hope this was ok to post as a comment since it’s a technical thing and not a correction on a story post. I really hope I didn’t make you mad or sad. I debated about saying anything or not. It may be just my phone too.
Oh Kay says
Lol. I got traumatized by their last “comment policy” post too (well, maybe you’re not exactly traumatized but I definitely was as they used my comment to make an example — name and all!) But I think I understand why they did what they did. Also, I messed up big time (I guess I was over-excited)
In answer to your question, I don’t think you’re wrong. The policy is about the content/posts themselves.
And I don’t think your comment is being critical so it should be safe — not that they even discourage that, from what I understand
Breann says
Truthfully, I debated waaay too long, but if there was a delete button, I would have clicked it right after I clicked Post. (Obviously, I should have debated a bit longer) ????♀️????
Oh Kay says
Like I said, I don’t think you were wrong
Alexandra says
Bestest babushka pupper..
Sleepy says
Quincy is adorable ????
Patricia Schlorke says
Quincy is adorable and is channeling his/her (I forgot if Quincy is a he or a she) inner Jedi and mind control. Those eyes could be conveying “I did not eat your socks” or “I did not tear up the toilet paper in the bathroom” or “I did not go on the kitchen floor”. 🙂
As to Ryder…take your time with it. When it gets to us, it gets to us. Please don’t stress over it.
Aranggirl says
Yes, yes. Quincy is definitely an acceptable substitute. 🙂 So cute! Working that towel like a champ.
I’ve been enjoying Ryder so so much, btw. Thank you both!
P.S. What the heck has Ascanio done to earn the children’s dislike? Inquiring minds want to know! (Hope it’s nothing truly assholish. I do really want to like him.)
jewelwing says
+1
LindaB says
At a guess? Ascanio was very good at getting his own way as a youngster so it is probably Very difficult to fool him. He knows all the tricks!
Lynn says
Ascanio managed to survive to grow up only because Aunt B stuck out her neck for him repeatedly and Kate took him under her wing to try to keep him out of trouble. Looking back he probably sees that and knows how close he came to not only messing up his own life but those of the people around him.
There is no stricter leader then a reformed wild child. Especially before they learn how to balance the firm hand with a long lead.
Ashley says
Well played. Puppy eyes is a success.
Marna says
Quincy has a very kissable nose
LindaB says
Such a sweetheart! Love the orange towel. I am go grateful to you guys for writing this. Always the highlight of my week to see a new chapter.
Jenn says
Quincy is so adorable!!! As another character once said, “I’m all out of evens!”
He’s a Baby Yoda of a different color.
Rossana says
I thought a Jawa ????. Definitely Star Warsian though
Sonali says
Quincy reminds me of E.T. in the second pic
Rachel says
Happily bribed- have a good weekend and hope you find time to relax as well
I’m going to create havoc in the garden- hopefully beauty in the end but mayhem in the meantime as I clear a seimi-circular bed with some pruning shears and a saw!
MaryH says
What a cute little baby!!!! Bribe accepted, thank you. 🙂
Sherri says
So cute!
I miss having a dog.
Sondra says
Appreciate the cute bribe!
Kathy says
Love the Babushka look!!!!
Leigh says
Shouldn’t Quincy be on one of ur book covers. Oooooo, I just wanna hug him, squeeze him, and give him big kiss.
Pls excuse me. I’m going thru pet withdrawal. Lost my 20-year-old Himalayan about 9 months ago.
Shannon from Texas says
I’m so sorry for your loss 🙁
Susan says
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Amanda P says
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Laura says
Oh, my goodness! Towel-clad Quincy is adorable!
Rossana says
I hope his worms are gone and Artha accepted him! he looks like the cutest little Jawa ????.
Ami says
Quincy in the towel is just so full of squee. The offering is highly acceptable and appreciated lol, tho of course not necessary. But appreciated none the less. Have a lovely weekend!
njb says
Cute! Impressively well behaved too. Hard to say no to puppy eyes. Thx for thinking of us!
Keera says
Quincy is cute. Our doggie likes to be wrapped up too. All blankets in the house are hers. And the big kids learned that if they leave their towels on the floor, she will promptly occupy it, leaving it covered in fur.
Tanith says
doggo! <3
Nora says
Bwahahahaha. This is awesome.
Donna A says
My first thought on seeing him in an orange towel hoodie was “who killed Kenny?” followed by “kommissar Rex undercover” (Austrian TV show about police dog).
Rachel says
Is it just me, or does the towel remind everyone of little red riding hood?
Patricia Schlorke says
Yes. Only it’s little orange riding hood. 😀
VeronicaK says
Quincy is adorable! Now I can look forward to Monday (that never happens!)
Wendy says
Cuuuuuuuuuute!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Nancylee Jorgenson says
That pup looks fully baked to me
Marsha says
Beautiful Baby!!!!!!!
VLR says
Have a wonderful weekend!
Orlana Curry says
Orange is a good color for Quincy.
Rachel says
Quincy is adorable!!
Carolin says
The force is strong in Quincy!
And I am still happy with the last chapter of Ryder so bribe gladly accepted.
May there be a relaxed weekend ahead for you.
TDoll says
Okay…that is an awesome consolation prize. Quincy is irresistible. ????
anainasia says
Monday is great – wasn’t expecting anything till Wednesday 🙂
Harriet Chow says
Quincy + plus a pair of legs
Juni says
Quincy as a presumed Muslim or Hindi bride…nice!
Rowan says
If Quincy were any cuter it would be illegal! Puppers for the win!
Kirsten says
Such a sweet puppy
Helen says
So cute! Those eyes would melt anyone’s heart and get Quincy a biscuit.
Kristi says
About the free socks….you could keep the socks for kid 1, who likes them, and then donate socks to your local Good Samaritan (our local donation center here in Blanco, Tx,) Women’s & Children’s shelter, etc. AND ……if your conscience still wreaks havoc…..double or triple your donation.
Just a thought.
kommiesmom says
Thank you.
Quincy is adorable.
I look forward to Ryder early next week – or later next week if the story proves recalcitrant. (I always look forward to it.)
Amanda in Austin says
Doggo bribe accepted. Have a fanastic weekend. Beware the social medias.
CrisReads says
Beautiful bribe, thanks!
MissB2U says
No bribe needed. I totally trust you guys. Having said that, Quincy is really cute! Thanks.
Stacy McKnight says
Quincy is rocking the orange lol! I am happy for Ryder whenever I get it thanks,
Sakinah thobani says
Thank you for the update! In the meantime, I will continue to re-read. I was just reading Kate 2…wow, I had forgotten how Julie’s relationship with everyone kicked off, very dramatic but showed how valued she was early on. Loved the rose scene with Derek…how different they are now. I truly hope the metallic green is Derek!!! I would love to see their reunion!
Marie says
Me too!
Shannon from Texas says
🙂 I loved how Kate referred to Julie as “my kid” almost from the very start.
Marie says
Oooh… Those look like bouda eyes with the red sheen! Darling Quincy, you look so adorable with your soulful eyes and all wrapped up in berry red/burnt orange. I’m an autumn in the colour scale too. Paw/fist bump ????
Dear IA, happy to receive Ryder on Monday or indeed anytime. You already gifted us this week.
Happy weekend, Everyone!
Jessica A says
If you seriously think we can be bribed in such an obvious manner, you’re absolutely right.
Woofle tax accepted. Please snuggle in proxy.
Lynn Thompson says
Thank you for the Quincy pix and post, Ilona Andrews. Thanks for rescuing.
No problem about Ryder being delayed. It will be when it is.
Jean says
Quincy!! Yay for puppy pix!!
A boost to my day – the weather is grouchy here; storms predicted until the wee hours. (Sometimes I wish there was a “thundershirt” for people. I would buy one!) ⛈️⛈️????
Lee says
That face! Quincy is settling in nicely.
Take time for yourselves this weekend. We will be here when you’ve worked out the troublesome parts to your satisfaction.
Danielle Ward says
That dog looks comfortable! He is prepared for the cold weather we are having in Australia at the moment! ????
Ericka says
Thank you! Have a great weekend.
Quincy is precious.
Sarah says
Cute dog. Love the color of the towel
Michele Livesay says
Quincy is beautiful. Thank you for Quincy today and Ryder on Monday.
Storm Rise says
Yep- I’d definitely boop that snoot <3 Quincy is adorable! <3
Tracy May Adair says
He’s so adorable! Dogs…they know how to hook your heart, don’t they? Have a great weekend!
LW says
Quincy is too adorable for words????. Have a nice weekend!
Marsha says
Good things come to those that wait. I’m happy to wait. I know it will be worth it. It always is. And by the way, Quincy is adorable.
Susan says
Adorable ❤️
Signe says
I love you guys. There is nothing I would change. I love that you give us free chapters and that you write faster than is really reasonable, and that your books and characters always surprise me. I love that all your heroes and heroines respect each other’s abilities. I wish you weren’t as easily crushed by mean comments, but I am just like you so I understand. Peace out. <3
Melissa says
We can always wish that people didn’t write mean comments.
Quincy is quite the charmer.
Maxine says
Looking forward to it. Thank you.
Karen O. says
Awww, what a cutie!❤️
Abigale Marcus says
Quincy is so cute!
Lynn says
Such a sweet puppy! But when I saw him the phrase “Some dude in a cloak did it.” popped into my head and refuses to leave.
RabidReader says
Quincy is adorable! Thank you.
All of your work is a gift to your readers. Free, online stories even moreso. Like any well-behaved human (or doggo) we will wait.
Huge sad eyes are optional!
Tara LeBlanc says
Bribe accepted!
How’s the poor baby making out?
Joe says
A quote of a quote I found on facebook posted by Steve Miller the co-author of the Liaden Universe.
“Thought this would amuse some.
Alfred Bester commented ….
“Holiday tells a great story about George Horace Lorrimer, the awesome editor-in-chief of the Saturday Evening Post, our sister magazine. He did a very daring thing for his time. He ran a novel in two parts and the first installment ended with the girl bringing the boy back to her apartment at midnight for coffee and eggs. The second installment opened with them having breakfast together in her apartment the following morning. Thousands of indignant letters came in and Lorrimer had a form reply printed “The Saturday Evening Post is not responsible for the behavior of its characters between installments.” ” “
LeAnn says
That’s an awesome reply. Hahaha!!!
Al says
Hi Quincey, from a fellow GSD owner! Bow wow!
None says
OMG I’m melted by that bribe
Tara says
Is Artha Ok?! Am I getting the name right? The one that escapes.
Gloria says
Beautiful eyes.
Crystal says
Thank you for the Good Dog Gallery ????
Rose says
Quincy reminds me of those Buddhist monks that wear the orange robes. But I have a weird mind.
Suzann Schmid says
Sounds like a great plan. That pup is adorable!!
Kari says
Hi Quincy! ????
Élodie says
Bribe accepted ???????? so cute ????
Seriously though, I thought it was one chapter per week, so I’m still good haha Monday “it’s good day” ????????
Monina says
All he needs is a bike with a basket!!!
Yo, Quincy!!!
Lila says
Omg, look at those eyes…
Bill G says
Aw, poor Quincy! What happened to make the towel necessary?
Mary says
No worries, i reread my copy of Alpha: Origins which was awesome too. Enjoy the weekend. Hi Quincy.
Cece says
Quincy <3
Jacqueline Small says
Quincy’s got swag! Looking very GQ-ish!
Kimberly Willoughby says
Every time we receive a section to read it is like it is my birthday, Christmas all rolled into one! So take all the time you need or want (LOL, but not too much time) …. love Quincy expression!
Toni Stathers says
Soulful eyes.
Debra K Hoffmaster says
Quincy is adorable.
Sage says
Nice!
Lora says
Quincy is a cutie! Thank you for his beautiful mug! Also, thanks so much for the heads up on Monday!
Sage says
Nice!
I am told that this is a repost of my post?
Sage says
Now I see that it is… too easy to repost using computors
Marian Bernstein says
Gorgeous! Shepherds are just the best.
Gailk says
Quincy is looking very chic in orange. . .
Love all the pet photos.
Everyone have a good weekend.
Anna says
Such a cute pup!!!! And hoping you guys are staying safe in TX.
Tanya says
“Quincy is my name, and adorableness is my game” -Quincy, probably
Samantha says
Heh.
Charli Taylor-Kristoff says
Good bribe! Cute puppies always make things better. My first post ????
Bill G says
St. Quincy is telling us to be patient; that it will be more than worth the wait.
It must be true; St. Quincy wouldn’t lie to us!
prospero says
A happy looking floofer 🙂 I’m always happy to wait for more of your stories.
Nis says
Best. Bribe. Ever.
Christina says
Bribe accepted! Quincy is adorable!
neal bravin says
absolutely gorgeous!
Michelle Peltier says
Adorable
Joann K says
Awwww, looks just like a little Jedi ….
TeejSD says
Great bribe!
Ok that is a giant towel or that dog has a big head for his height –sorry Quincy, but you ARE such a Good Boy for doing such a good job posing for the camera!
dlma says
The ‘Quince’ is acceptable
AJ Rother says
Such a sweet pupper!
Zaz says
Quincy’s beautiful. How does he get along with Arfa. As you can guess, I love dogs but a German shepherds the most
Karen says
So sweet!
Lenore says
So Cute!!
Samantha says
Ty for Quincy. Sweet fur babies are always a treat.
Alice says
Aw…….Quincy looks so soulful and sweet! Not really any of my business but…..Are you 2 definitely moving to Florida or still mulling it over? Are the kids going? Really none of my business , just curious .
Steve Lucas says
He is adorable I love it!
As for Ryder thanks for the update you are too good to us needy, greedy fans but we do LOVE YOU FOR IT!
Deborah says
So stylish!
Robin says
Thank you for the best reason to look forward to Monday! Or the only reason really. ????????
Angela T says
With a face like that, how could I not accept a cuddly dog bribe. <3 and sending good writing juju.
Pam says
Aw, what a lovely dog. He looks so good in orange.
I’ve been exercising an extreme amount of discipline by not reading Ryder yet, although I feel my willpower weaking by the day.
Ann M. says
An excellent bribe who can resist those eyes.
Thea says
Nose kisses!!!
LeAnn says
Quincy is gorgeous in orange.
Good puppers, Quincy. Good puppers!
Carey says
Adorable
Linda says
So the very cute dog which made me smile is your way to say it’s coming …. Ok I can get with that.
Jo says
Off topic. But has anyone found the bdh recommends link?
I’m hunting for something to read until august….
Tamara says
Such a cute doggo ????????????
Mel says
Is it Monday yet? My Monday GMT+10 or yours? The suspense….
Aundrea says
Aw… What a sweet baby ????????
Shie says
Quincy is beautiful and precious. <3
Lisa says
Awe. Superhero doggo! But then, aren’t they all?
Diana says
Look at that gorgeous face and those wonderful eyes! The bribe obviously worked.
Susan says
Bath day? Quincy looks underwhelmed. No water spaniel in that shepherd! 🙂
Debra Mehl says
I loved the story of Ryder. Will it be a series?
Ana Maria says
Adorable!
Jean says
Quincy is adorable! How did you get him to keep the towel on his head?
Katie says
Quincy is adorable and has happy eyes. I hope your weekend went well, and I am looking forward to Ryder. I am using it as my “treat” after I do all my adulting tomorrow.
Karla Bloom says
Thank you. It made my heart happy to see Quincy. We found out our beloved Hiro had Leukemia on Friday and had to let him go Saturday night to end his pain. We are heartbroken. He was my office buddy. Giant dog who left a giant hole in our hearts.
Danielle says
I support the idea of weekly pet pictures. This pup is adorable!!
Michelle says
Just wanted to say that every one of your posts is a little piece of joy in an otherwise stressful day! Thank you for sharing so much of yourselves with us.
Betsy says
I love dog pictures-will always work as a bribe for me. Quincy is sending out a definite Star Wars vibe-a new jedi??