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1. Hello Nancy, Our HS is interested in your book(s) for our Summer Reading program and having you visit in the September 2012. Could you contact me regarding visit prices and specifics? Thanks, Beth
   • Beth Adkins, Newark,OH
     February 1, 2012
2. hi nancy xo I already got your "simple test" wrong once-- fingers crossed.
   • Reine, Tucson
     December 31, 2011
3. I think the legion of pigs drowned itself in the bathtub on the front cover!! HMMM I wonder who the DEAD CRAZY killer is :)
   • Michelle Reeves, Flemington, NJ
     December 19, 2011
4. Hey Nancy, I was swept away by your latest 2 books, and I want more. Things seem quiet at your website. How about a hint of things to come? Just a tiny little clue...? Cheers
   • Susan Daly, Toronto
     December 2, 2011
5. Nancy, We met at my book club meeting last January when you came and spoke about The Scent of Rain and Lightning. I was hoping to find out when your next non-series book will be coming out. Since being introduced to your books I have been sticking in your books between the "required" ones for meetings. I have read all of the Jenny Cain series. If you remember, I brought all of them to the meeting and asked you to sign them. I have also began reading the Eugenia Potter series. I am on the second book that was written by Virginia Rich. I am looking forward to reading the next one and then the 2 last ones that you wrote solo. I hope you are well and I appreciate your contributions to mysteries. Sincerely, Tina Kennedy
   • Tina Kennedy, Olathe
     November 30, 2011
6. Loved your books with Virginia Rich & have just now met Jenny Cain. Can't wait to follow her. I'm a native Kansan - birthplace -little bitty Lincoln & then many yrs. in Manhattan.
   • Bette Brackett, San Diego
     November 25, 2011
7. I am reading The virgin of Small Plains. Very interesting...thank you for writing such a great book. Imelda
   • Imelda downey, Stephenville Crossing NL Canada
     November 3, 2011
8. just to say hi
   • karen,
     October 9, 2011
9. Hi Nancy, I have just finished reading "The Scent of Rain and Lightning", what a wonderful story!! As a small town Kansas girl I really enjoyed the setting, and I have been to the Monument Rocks you featured in the story, they are breathtaking. This is the first book of yours that I have read and am planning to pick up "The Virgin of Small Plains" and read that one too! Thanks for such an enjoyable read.
   • Angie Hoyt, Cassoday, KS
     September 8, 2011
10. Dear Ms. Pickard, I just completed reading "The Whole Truth" and wanted you to know I lived in Olathe, Ks from l964 to l999 when we retired and moved to Lake of the Ozarks,Mo. My husband, Larry, taught and was coach and Principal of the Kansas School for the Deaf. I taught American History in the Olathe School District for 27 years. We lived on Grace Terrace off of South Stevenson for 20 of those 35 yrs. Our son and family live in Prairie Villege, Ks and our daughter and family live in Mission Hills. I served nine years on the Johnson County Sheriff's Civil Service board under the wonderful leadership of Sheriff Fred Allenbrand who was also a dear friend. There were several horrible murders take place in Olathe during the years I lived there and by mere circumstances I knew either the victims or the murderers. I so much enjoyed your book and look forward to reading many, many more. Perhaps you will have a book signing at Barnes and Noble at Town Center some day and I can meet you. So happens my daughter's mother in law works there. Small world isn't it. Stephany Beaver
    • Stephany Beaver, Osage Beach,Mo 65065
      August 14, 2011
11. Really looking forward to the next novel. Read your Writer's journal and hope that things are going along well now!
    • Rebecca Hamilton, Oakland Park, Florida
      July 26, 2011
12. I own and have read all of Nancy's books. They have afforded me countless hours of pleasure. Her characters and stories are unparalleled. I look forward to each new novel.
    • Jacqueline Leikam, Hays
      July 12, 2011
13. hello I just started reading The Blue Corn Murders and hope to read all the other books
    • Willie Mae Crosby, Tempe
      July 7, 2011
14. I just finished The Virgin of Small Plains. I grew up in a small KS town and have lived in KS all my life. I read this book for my book club with other teachers from school, but now I want to read the Scent of Rain and Lightning after reading comments from others. Glad I found you and your books. Donna Olathe
    • Donna McGee, Olathe
      July 5, 2011
15. I really enjoyed your book, "The Virgin of Small Plains". I couldn't put it down. It was nice to read a story that was set so close to home.
    • Jan Blackburn, Pleasant Hill, MO
      July 4, 2011
16. Hi Nancy--I'm re-reading "Scent" in preparation for our discussion tomorrow night & it's as good as it was when I first read it. My cousin in Los Altos, CA, raved about it & I expect everyone in the group will, too (& if they don't like it, I'll banish them!) Three of us are taking a Kansas road trip on Thursday & unfortunately, Monument Rocks are a bit farther west than we have time for. Maybe next year. And here's the question I know I'll be asked tomorrow night--any idea when the SEK book will be finished?
    • Carol Ann, Pittsburg, KS
      June 20, 2011
17. I am attending a book discussion of your book "The Scent of Rain and Lightning" tonight. It has an intriguing plot. I understand about the sense of loss being different for individual family members from personal experience. The story delves into the past life of this family which can often be a dangerous place to go, let sleeping dogs lay.
    • Phyllis Sroka, Parma Heights
      June 15, 2011
18. Note from Nancy: I often get asked about Jenny Cain, Marie Lightfoot, and Eugenia Potter. I will never say never to doing books about any of them, but right now I'm focusing solely on my "Kansas" novels. But if any of them called to me and said they have a story I just have to tell, then you can bet I will do it. Thank you very much for asking about them. It makes me--and them--happy to know they're not forgotten just because I'm writing other things.
    • Nancy Pickard, Merriam
      June 5, 2011
19. Hi, everybody, Nancy here. . . Thank you so much for your kind words about my books! I have to confess that I get so busy with my facebook page that I forget to come over here and check for questions and just to say thank you. I'm going to do better about that from now on. I'll check in here regularly to see if there are questions that need answering and to express my appreciation--which is HUGE. First off--for those of you who ask about reader's questions for your book clubs, yes there are questions for THE VIRGIN OF SMALL PLAINS and for THE SCENT OF RAIN AND LIGHTNING, but they're in the back of the paperback versions only. Here's a good link the the questions for SCENT: http://www.princetonbookreview.com/book_pages/discussion/scent-of-rain-and-lightning.php And here's a link for the questions for VIRGIN: http://www.skyways.org/orgs/kcfb/vp/discussion_questions.htm I'll be back to answer you other questions in another comment. Thanks for being here! Love, Nancy
    • Nancy Pickard, Merriam
      June 5, 2011
20. first thank you the Virginia Rich novels, like finding a lost friend. I wonder if there will ever be another Jenny Cain mystery. I really miss her too.
    • Kathleen McEnroe, Mountain View, ca
      May 17, 2011
21. We will be discussing the book Scent of Rain & Lightning in our Just Desserts(Mystery) bookclub Tuesday Night May 17th in Belton, Mo. I am reading it now. I always wait until the last minute to read bookclub books so I can remember them well enough to discuss them.
    • Claudine Leonard Mitchell, Peculiar
      May 15, 2011
22. I just finished reading THE SCENT OF RAIN AND LIGHTNING. I was especially moved by the section where Annabelle went to George's and tried to make things better for Valentine and Collin.
    • LOUISE DIETZ, BALTIMORE, MD
      May 7, 2011
23. This was a good read! I could not put it down. Do you have questions for book club discussions available for the The Scent of Rain and Lighting. It was my pick for book club but the kindles don't have them. Please can you email them to me. Can't wait to read more of your books. Thanks, Patty Canatsey Ocala, Fl. April 8, 2011
    • Patty Canatsey, Ocala, Fl
      April 7, 2011
24. Love your Books. Unbelieveable gift you have been given. Keep writing. The Virgin of the Small Plains and Scent of Rain and Lightning are the two I just finished.
    • Jill Bequeath, everett
      March 31, 2011
25. Do you have book club discussion questions for "The Secret of Rain & Lightning"? Thanks
    • Anne Hice, Pleasant Garden NC
      March 25, 2011
26. I would like to add you as my friend on facebook
    • Barbara Platt, Farmington ,Iowa
      March 15, 2011
27. hey :)
    • brittany pickard, westminster
      March 2, 2011
28. Just a fan.
    • Sheila M. Ross, Enola, Pennsylvania
      February 27, 2011
29. I am currently reading and enjoying The secret of Rain and Lightning.
    • Virginia Tracy, Union City
      February 25, 2011
30. just wanted to keep up-to-date on your books!
    • Janet Roggenkamp, Manhattan, Kansas
      February 24, 2011
31. You are so talented! Thank you for writing The Scent of Rain and Lighting, I could not put it down. I am excited and looking forwarding to reading more of your books.
    • Judy Bauman, Spencerville
      February 21, 2011
32. I just finished reading, The Scent of Rain & Lightning & could not put it down. You are quite a story teller & you did such a wonderful job on this book... Thanks again for a great read.. Christy
    • christy, Sioux Falls, SD
      February 21, 2011
33. When will be see another book!!!
    • Jean Frey, Columbus, OH
      January 28, 2011
34. WAITING FOR YOUR NEW BOOK TO COME UP!!! Keep it up. You're awesome!
    • Shana and Melissa, Oakland Park
      January 24, 2011
35. Our book group is enjoying reading your book THE SCENT OF RAIN AND LIGHTNING. We will be discussing your book on Feb.8th if there is anything you would like to add to the discussion. Sincerely, Terry Sigdestad
    • Bloomington Branch Library Book Group, Bloomington, CA 92313
      January 14, 2011
36. Just finished The Scent of Rain & Lightning. Began yesterday morning (on Kindle). It was magnificent. Loved the flashbacks. Figured out erly that Billy Crosby was not the killer (except for Red). Thought it was Chase for a while, then infatuated Bobby. Loved the character development of Jody -- and Annabelle & Hugh. Yea, romantic me, loved the end with Collin. Whole book made me teary at times. On to The Virgin.... Geoff
    • Geoff Segebarth, Kansas City, MO
      January 9, 2011
37. You really moved me with "Rain & Lightning" so I picked up "7 Steps" to better understand how you experience the creative process. WOW! I finally get it. I'm not crazy. . . I'm just a writer! Looking forward to Antioch Writers' Workshop to learn more from you. Sincerely, ~Angie
    • Angie, Pickerington
      December 11, 2010
38. Nancy, I just ordered your book from your neighborhood bookstore. I'm sure they will be calling you to sign it. We are all fine - just chugging along, trying in vain to get to our lists. No chance of ever getting it complete. Our little neighborhood has blossomed since you have been here. Four restaurants - and really good ones - have opened in one block, close to our house. Are you working on any new books? Take care. Bill
    • Bill Johnston, Lexington, KY
      December 5, 2010
39. I started reading your books beginning with the Jenny Cain series. Keep writing and make you readers happy Sally Texas
    • sally fowlkes, hurst, tx (near ft. worth)
      November 26, 2010
40. I am reading "The Virgin of Small Plains'. Just love it. having lived in Kansas for several years really enjoy the settings and the characters.
    • shirley butler, rapid city,
      November 15, 2010
41. I am in the process of reading The Virgin of Small Plains, it is so amazing. I think it would make an amazing movie and can not wait to read The Scent of Rain and Lightning(: sincerely, malariecox(:
    • Malarie cox, Andover, ks
      September 6, 2010
42. Hi Nancy, I was delighted to see that you are the keynote speaker at the KS Authors Convention in early October. Seems a long time since we served on the Manhattan Mystery Conclave planning committee together. I seldom get to attend the KS Authors Convention, as it usually falls on a K-State game day. Not so this year! Loved your last two books set in the Flint Hills. Nice to let the rest of the world know about the special place we live in. Looking forward to seeing you in October. Nancy Julien Kopp www.writergrannysworld.blogspot.com
    • Nancy Julien Kopp, Manhattan, KS
      September 3, 2010
43. I just finished reading The Virgin of Small Plains, and The Scent of Rain and Lightning within 4 days and absolutely LOVED both books! I was wondering if we are going to be reading any future books set in Kansas? I am from a small town in eastern Ks and thoroughly enjoyed the settings in both the books I read!
    • Lisa, Osawatomie
      September 2, 2010
44. I just found your books. I enjoyed Bum Steer and just started Confession. I'm really intrigued by your characters. And I'm glad you're so prolific as I am a voracious reader. I'm off to resume Confession. Bye
    • Carol Ulen, Grand Junction, MI
      August 29, 2010
45. I graduated from Larned High in 1964 and FHKSU in 1969 and being from Kansas thought when I found The Scent of Rain and Lighting while searching for mysteries on the internet I would give it a try. It is by far the best mystery novel I have read and as an avid reader I have read hundreds. I plan on buying The Virgin of Small Plains this weekend and will then start on the series. Nick Morgan Ferndale, Wa.
    • Nick Morgan, Ferndale
      August 27, 2010
46. I picked up The Scent of Rain and Lightning at my local library, and was swallowed up by the characters. I literally could not stop reading this from the moment I opened the book. This is the first of your novels I have read. now I must go back and read all the rest. What an incredible achievement.
    • Lea-anne Martin, Brisbane, Australia
      August 15, 2010
47. I am looking forward to meeting you at the Missouri Writers Guild 2011 Conference in April. I will be attending your breakout session.
    • Brandi Schmidt, St. CharlesMO
      August 11, 2010
48. I just bought your book The Scent Of Rain and Lighting anf I can't wait to start reading it. When I picked up the book The Scent Of Rain and Lighting and I read some of it I knew that it would touch my heart right away. I can't wait to read your other books too.
    • Holly Stewart, Saint Charles, MO
      August 9, 2010
49. I didn't think I could enjoy a character more than Jenny Cain - until I met Marie Lightfoot. Being stubborn (why should I invest my time getting to know a character who is only going to be in one book?) and prejudice (what's Kansas got to offer that West Michigan can't top?) I haven't read your latest. Maybe I'll have to break down because I love your style and word pictures. Meanwhile, any chance you'll bring back my heroines?
    • Celeste, Holland, MI
      August 5, 2010
50. I miss the Jenny Cain mysteries as well as the Eugina Potter mysteries. When will you give them another chance? Peggy Abbaticchio
    • Peggy, Staten Island, NY
      August 3, 2010
51. Just finished The Scent of Rain and Lightning. Awesome book...great read...hard to put down! Looking forward to your next book!
    • Kathy Poulin, Vancouver, BC
      July 29, 2010
52. I am a rabid reader and just read both the Scent of Rain & Lightning and the The Virgin of Small Plains. Exquisite family dynamics, great intoxicating stories. I will now commence to reading everything you wrote. I do this whenever I find a new author--so you are in excellent company. Keep writing, please!!!!!
    • Barbara Alonzo, Chicago Illinois
      July 27, 2010
53. The Sent of Rain and Lightning was my book club pick for this month and everyone LOVES it! You tell a wonderful story full of imagery that seems to effortlessly spans over time. Thanks for such a great story that will live with me forever and not to mention making me look so good at the book club for my awesome pick. = )
    • Stacey McDowell, Montgomery, Texas
      July 25, 2010
54. I've just discovered your mysteries and I'm loving them so much. I needed them in the cold winter last year though, would have been so cozy. So write as fast as you can! I'll run out soon because now it's the only thing I want to read. Ann in OH
    • Ann Davis, Chillicothe, OH
      July 22, 2010
55. I picked up Virgin of Small Plains on Saturday afternoon and didn't lay it down until I was finished. I had never read any of your books but am already plotting my next trip to the bookstore to purchase more of them!!! Thanks for the great story! I can't wait to pick up The Scent of Rain & Lightening!
    • Jennifer Stone, Norfolk
      July 19, 2010
56. I've enjoyed reading your books since I first picked up Generous Death but I believe you've reached new heights as a writer with The Scent of Rain and Lightning. Bravo.
    • Annie, NYC
      July 14, 2010
57. I am about to read the Virgin of Small Plains after having "lost" you for a while. I read all of Jennie Cain, but thanks to the Internet I now know what you are writing. I have many pleasant days ahead. Thank you!
    • Marion, Boston
      July 14, 2010
58. Absolutely loved The Scent of Rain and Lightning. Rec'd it as a gift while recuperating from surgery and had trouble putting it down. Am now anxious to read The Virgin of Small Plains and others. Thank you for hours of enjoyment.
    • Linda Fox, Plano, Texas
      July 6, 2010
59. I just found you (no you weren't lost--I just hadn't had the pleasure until recently) I read the Scent.. and promptly bought 3 copies for gifts and started telling my friends about you. Now I am trying to gather the 10 Jenny Cains. You are wonderful-- the loved the Scent and can't wait to dive into the others. Thank you for the fabulous hours of enjoyment!!! Dawn
    • Dawn Shepherd, Littleton CO
      July 3, 2010
60. I just finished reading "The Virgin of Small Plains". I couldn't lay it down. I will definitely be reading more of your books. Thank You, Jody
    • Jody, Clever, Missouri
      June 30, 2010
61. I so look forward to reading your new book!
    • Bonna Wallace, Greenville, SC
      June 29, 2010
62. I recently read The Virgin of Small Plains and was truly amazed by not only the story but how beautifully written it is. The Scent of Rain and Lightning was equally enthralling and I am anxiously awaiting any new books. My family and I will definitely keep buying as long as you have a story to tell!
    • Melissa Gritter, Pompano Beach FL
      June 24, 2010
63. I read the Scent of Rain and Lightning and then had to read the Virgin of Small Plains. Your plot twists and turns kept me intrigued. Can't wait to read your next book.
    • kathleen, springdale,arkansas
      June 23, 2010
64. The Virgin of Small Plains was amazing. I can't stop recommending it to people. I just got someone on twitter to buy a copy. They'll thank me later. I also rec'd it to a friend after I'd finished it. We both agree it's the best book ever written. My friend immediately purchased The Scent of Rain and Lightning from Amazon after finishing The Virgin of Small Plains, and I ordered two signed copies from I Love A Mystery bookstore (one for me, and one for a giveaway on my blog). It's a joy to read your writing. Keep it up. Your fans will keep spreading the word!
    • Rebecca Hamilton, Oakland Park, FL
      June 19, 2010
65. Loved, loved, LOVED...the Scent of Rain and Lightning!! Every bit as good as (or maybe even better than) Virgin. Keep 'em coming!
    • Sandy Patterson, Wetmore, KS
      June 17, 2010
66. Nancy, Yesterday I finished -The Scent of Rain and Lightning- I finally had to forget getting anything done until I finished. I had it figured wrong. I thought maybe Chase and possibly she wasn't dead. What a book! Couldn't wait to finish so I could find ou what happened and then was sorry I was finished!!! I'm going to get the Virgin of Small Plains and then start on the series. Alice
    • Alice Milankovic, Edwardsville
      June 16, 2010
67. I couldn't put The Scent of Rain and Lightning down. I recommended it to all my friends. Since, I have read Virgin of Small Plains. Fantastic! Please hurry and write more!
    • Kelly, Byron Center, MI
      June 6, 2010
68. It's been a long, long time since I've read a book that resonated so strongly with me. The characters are so well developed and your descriptions of small town Kansas are so rich, I felt I'd been there and known these folks. I look forward to your next Kansas story.
    • Tucker Johnston, Lenexa, KS
      June 4, 2010
69. I have to tell you that even after growing up with stories in the 1970s Alfred Hitchcock anthologies that scared me silly, your short story, "Dark Chocolate" in the "Two of the Deadliest" anthology haunted me for days! I found myself reading it repeatedly, just SO feeling the silently screaming horror in the background. Yikes! Thanks, and I also enjoy your full stories as well!
    • Deborah Stelter, Crown Point, Indiana
      June 2, 2010
70. Nancy, I loved the Scent of Rain and Lighting. Now that I found you, I need your Virgin of Small Plains. Thanks so much for a great story. Annette
    • Annette Walter, San Antonio,Texas
      June 1, 2010
71. please inform me of new books by Nancy
    • carol chorba, lincolnshire, il.
      May 19, 2010
72. Enjoy your books - when I finish reading one, I can hardly wait until your next one is published. I just finished reading THE SCENT OF RAIN AND LIGHTNING which kept me up all night reading.
    • Pat Fisher, Ridgway, CO
      May 17, 2010
73. Please add me to your email updates' list
    • Pat Fisher, Ridgway, CO
      May 17, 2010
74. Hi Nancy! I just read The Virgin of Small Plains and I absolutely loved it. It was absorbing! I can't wait to read more of your work and tell all my reading buddies about your books! :)
    • Brittany Owens, Denison, TX
      May 16, 2010
75. Hi Nancy, I am the Manager/Activities Director of The Highland House which is an apartment building for 55 years and older. You have many fans that live here and was wondering if there is any way you could come by and do a speaking engagement? Thanks. Sue Salzman, Wichita May 15, 2010
    • Sue Salzman, Wichita
      May 15, 2010
76. Hello Nancy - After reading The Virgin of Small Plains I hoped you would write another novel set in Kansas. I am looking forward to readingThe Scent of Rain and Lightning. The Virgin of Small Plains was the first of your works that I read so I guess I am a new fan. Thank you for writing such good literature. Steve Wendt - Wichita, Kansas May 2, 2010
    • Steve Wendt, Wichita
      May 2, 2010
77. Hi Nancy - I do a monthly author display for my public library, and am working on one for you. Your web page was very helpful. Thanks! I read The Virgin of Small Plains a few years ago and loved it. Am looking forward to reading The Scent of Rain and Lightning. Check our my library's web page at www.lynchburgva.gov/publiclibrary
    • Candice Michalik, Lynchburg, VA
      April 29, 2010
78. Hi Nancy, this is Joyce from Syracuse. I enjoyed the pictures and journal of the trip out west last year. I noticed the Chambers cook stove. I have a powder blue one with a high back, stainless chrome top from the same era. We would love for you to come out sometime and we will take you on a tour of the local Sandpark. Once again, thank you for making the trek out our way and sharing your book. ja
    • Joyce Armstrong, Syracuse, KS
      April 13, 2010

79. Richmond Public Library is planning a road trip on May 4, 2010 to I Love a Mystery bookstore.  We really hope to see you and get a copy of your new book.

    • Barbara Lane, Richmond, KS
      March 12, 2010
80. I'm your first guest!
    • Cathy H., Overland Park, KS
      March 8, 2010