Early Transcript from Wands&Worlds Erin Hunter Chat – Aug. 14 2010

 

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SheilaRuth: Skywing(Q) How long have you been writing before Warriors?

Aug 14, 2010 4:33:01 PM PDT

Magicyop: (from Vicky) I hadn't written anything at all! Warriors was one of the first projects I ever worked on. Lucky, huh? :)

VickyHolmes: Er, can we change the subject from Toilet Things?

SheilaRuth: Wolf(Q) To Vicky: What process do you guys generally use when writing a book? Do you create a basic outline first and bounce it back and forth a bit, or do you just wing it?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) When I’m working with Kate, Cherith or Tui, I write a super-detailed storyline on my own to start with, divided into chapters and describing what I’d like to happen in each scene and conversation. Then that storyline (which is about one-third to a half of the length of the final book) goes to Kate or Cherith or Tui, and they breathe life into it, as if they’re inflating my saggy balloon. If I’m writing a book entirely on my own, such as the Special Editions, I plan the stories much more briefly, and make up more details when it comes to writing the first draft.

VickyHolmes: Yup, Rowanoak, cats who are happily in love bore me. But I should add that I'm very happily married!

SheilaRuth: Skywing(Q) Where do you get inspiration to make your characters personalities?

KateCary: The characters just write themselves - they evolve personalities with every word and action. Writing can be a bit like acting - I find I kind of slip into the characters' personalities, and hop from one to another as I write, like a manic Johnny Depp (but not so pretty!)

VickyHolmes: Rabbitfoot, that version of R and J by Baz Lehrman is extremely excellent! The soundtract rocks!

Tui Sutherland: I agree, Vicky!  I love that movie!

VickyHolmes: Alas, I do not see the appeal of Johnny Depp. Not even as Captain Jack.

VickyHolmes: Jjk8, that's Brambleclaw and Squirrelflight!

SheilaRuth: Skywing(Q) How long have you been writing before Warriors?

Magicyop: (from Vicky) I hadn't written anything at all! Warriors was one of the first projects I ever worked on. Lucky, huh? :)

SheilaRuth: Skywing(Q) Where do you get inspiration to make your characters personalities?

Magicyop: (from Vicky) Well, they are definitely NOT based on people that I know! (which is what people often assume) Some are created to serve a purpose in the story - like, I might need a bossy cat to lead others into trouble, or a brave cat, or a clingy queen - while others are free to develop however they react with other cats. Those are the ones that can surprise me by becoming much more important to the story when I least expect it! Poppyfrost is a case in point.

VickyHolmes: But Captain Jack from Doctor Who is Delicious! And even better in Torchwood!

Tui Sutherland: Omg Yes I Love Captain Jack from Torchwood!

Tui Sutherland: And also David Tennant!  :)

SheilaRuth: Minou(Q) Vicky: How is Rock able to show up in random places (such as the mountains) and be omniscient when he isn't dead? (In fact, how is he not dead? He must be at least 60 years old!)

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Oh, he’s dead all right. But he transcends StarClan, and the Dark Forest, and anywhere else that dead cats are contained, so he can pop up literally anywhere. We’ll find out more about Rock in the second half of OTS, don’t worry. He’s a VERY special cat.

VickyHolmes: Sandcloud, I agree about David Tennant. I'm warming to Matt Smith, though.

VickyHolmes: Silverleaf, I actually think Squirrelflight is unable to have kits.

SheilaRuth: Skywing(Q) Where do you get inspiration to make your characters personalities?

KateCary: The characters just write themselves - they evolve personalities with every word and action. Writing can be a bit like acting - I find I kind of slip into the characters' personalities, and hop from one to another as I write, like a manic Johnny Depp (but not so pretty!)

SheilaRuth: Lightstreak(Q) To Vicky: I read somewhere (I think on the official site somewhere) that ThunderClan was called "ThunderClan" because they lived close to the Thunderpath in the old forest. But, *Thunder*star created the Clan... Where did the Clan really get its name from?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) The cat named “Thunder” got his name from the Thunderpath, and by extension the name was given to his Clan. As memories of Thunder the cat faded, the name became associated exclusively with the geographical location. And the same for the other five Clans!

SheilaRuth: Lightstreak(Q) To Vicky: I read somewhere (I think on the official site somewhere) that ThunderClan was called "ThunderClan" because they lived close to the Thunderpath in the old forest. But, *Thunder*star created the Clan... Where did the Clan really get its name from?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) The cat named “Thunder” got his name from the Thunderpath, and by extension the name was given to his Clan. As memories of Thunder the cat faded, the name became associated exclusively with the geographical location. And the same for the other five Clans!

SheilaRuth: Iceclaw(Q) To all: If Hollyleaf wanted to stop the secret from getting out by killing Ashfur, why the heck did she spill it!? What was she hoping to gain from it?

SheilaRuth: (from Vicky) Poor Hollyleaf! She killed Ashfur – and realized that nothing had changed. She was still the result of an illicit relationship between a medicine cat and a WindClan cat. Her true parents had lied and cheated all their lives (as she saw it) and never been punished. The warrior code had been defied in every way, yet these cats were living normal lives! She believed that the only way to get justice was to reveal the truth in the most public place – a Gathering. By this time, she had lost all her faith in the warrior code, so she didn’t care about the repercussions.

Blizz: I COMPLETELY agree Kate! :D I miss the old-school cats!

SheilaRuth: Iceclaw(Q) To all: If Hollyleaf wanted to stop the secret from getting out by killing Ashfur, why the heck did she spill it!? What was she hoping to gain from it?

SheilaRuth: (from Vicky) Poor Hollyleaf! She killed Ashfur – and realized that nothing had changed. She was still the result of an illicit relationship between a medicine cat and a WindClan cat. Her true parents had lied and cheated all their lives (as she saw it) and never been punished. The warrior code had been defied in every way, yet these cats were living normal lives! She believed that the only way to get justice was to reveal the truth in the most public place – a Gathering. By this time, she had lost all her faith in the warrior code, so she didn’t care about the repercussions.

SheilaRuth: Brightsky(Q) To Tui, Kate, and Cherith: As much as we love Vicky (I seriously do, she's an awesome possum), would there ever be a chance for any of you to go on tour instead? Once again, not trying to get rid of the awesome possum, just wanting to meet more of you.

Tui Sutherland: Aw, Brightsky, that's so sweet!  I sometimes do events around Boston or NY/NJ, especially school visits, and I usually post those on my Facebook page to let people know.  But I would feel weird saying "come see Erin Hunter!" when it's just me, because I don't have any of the answers that Vicky has (plus she's SO great at Warriors author events!), so I'd be worried that Warriors fans would be kind of disappointed!  Unless they like my other books, too...I always have plenty to say about those.  :)

SheilaRuth: Rosesong(Q) To Vicky: Why did Allegiances of the Clans get cancelled?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) I don’t know exactly, but it could be because we covered so much material in the other Special Editions, so HarperCollins didn’t feel there was enough extra material to fill an entire book.

VickyHolmes: Hooray, my answers are getting through! Huge thank you purrs to Sheila and Magicyop for doing All the work.

 

SheilaRuth: Daisypaw(Q) All: Did you prefer the style of the first series where StarClan was more of a mystery and the cats fought with their own strength, or the third/current series with all the fantasy elements that were/are incorporated into it?

Magicyop: (from Vicky) I think there has always been a mystery and fantasy in Warriors - think of all the omens and meaningful dreams we saw in the first series, such as Firestar's vision of a lion in the stream, or the hill of blood-soaked bones. The cats still have to use their natural strengths and cunning, and we take great care to root their behavior in what feral cats do in real life. But I must admit that I enjoy the extra threads of fantasy that have entered the later series. That's the joy of working within the limits of one's imagination - there are NO limits!

SheilaRuth: JJK8 *AKA* Firey(Q) To all: If you could make and "end of the world situation" in the books what would it be like and how far in the future would you picture it

KateCary: Have you read Comet in Moominland? Fab book and a comet heading for earth would be a great plotline for the Clans to deal with!

VickyHolmes: Stoneclaw, technically Brambleclaw Can die. Watch out!

 

SheilaRuth: Brightsky(Q) To Tui, Kate, and Cherith: As much as we love Vicky (I seriously do, she's an awesome possum), would there ever be a chance for any of you to go on tour instead? Once again, not trying to get rid of the awesome possum, just wanting to meet more of you.

Tui Sutherland: Aw, Brightsky, that's so sweet!  I sometimes do events around Boston or NY/NJ, especially school visits, and I usually post those on my Facebook page to let people know.  But I would feel weird saying "come see Erin Hunter!" when it's just me, because I don't have any of the answers that Vicky has (plus she's SO great at Warriors author events!), so I'd be worried that Warriors fans would be kind of disappointed!  Unless they like my other books, too...I always have plenty to say about those.  :)

VickyHolmes: Tee hee, both Kate and I imagined exactly the same Ending of Doom for the Clans! Rabbitfoot, the Moomin series is fabulous. It's by Tove Jansson.

KateCary: It's just been made itnot a movie and releasewd in Denmark, Rabbitfoot! I want to see it!

SheilaRuth: JJK8 *AKA* Firey(Q) To all: If you could make and "end of the world situation" in the books what would it be like and how far in the future would you picture it

KateCary: Have you read Comet in Moominland? Fab book and a comet heading for earth would be a great plotline for the Clans to deal with!

SheilaRuth: Brightsky(Q) To Tui, Kate, and Cherith: As much as we love Vicky (I seriously do, she's an awesome possum), would there ever be a chance for any of you to go on tour instead? Once again, not trying to get rid of the awesome possum, just wanting to meet more of you.

Tui Sutherland: Aw, Brightsky, that's so sweet!  I sometimes do events around Boston or NY/NJ, especially school visits, and I usually post those on my Facebook page to let people know.  But I would feel weird saying "come see Erin Hunter!" when it's just me, because I don't have any of the answers that Vicky has (plus she's SO great at Warriors author events!), so I'd be worried that Warriors fans would be kind of disappointed!  Unless they like my other books, too...I always have plenty to say about those.  :)

VickyHolmes: Tee hee, both Kate and I imagined exactly the same Ending of Doom for the Clans! Rabbitfoot, the Moomin series is fabulous. It's by Tove Jansson.

KateCary: It's just been made itnot a movie and releasewd in Denmark, Rabbitfoot! I want to see it!

SheilaRuth: Clovercloud(Q) Did Stormtail and Dappletail end up having kits after Bluestar's mother died?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) I don’t think so, since Bluestar doesn’t seem to have any half-siblings in the Clan.

Tui Sutherland: Oooo, I don't know the Moomin series, but I love end of the world books, so I'll go look for it!

SheilaRuth: Snuff73(Q) To Vicky: *Crosses fingers* Is hollyleaf still alive?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) I admire your hopefulness, but I’m still not going to tell you, sorry!

VickyHolmes: There are many Moomin books. I devoured them as a child. Tui, I'm surprised you haven't heard of them. I think you'll love them!

VickyHolmes: Firefoot, Dappletail had kits?! Eek!

SheilaRuth: Sunbeam(Q) To all: Who was MistyStar's mate and who were her kits (the ones that Firestar(then paw) saved on Sunningrocks)?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) I think I did figure this out, but I’m open to suggestions! Reedwhisker was one of her kits – so yes, she’s made her own son her deputy! Ooh, controversial...

SheilaRuth: Brightsky(Q) To Tui, Kate, and Cherith: As much as we love Vicky (I seriously do, she's an awesome possum), would there ever be a chance for any of you to go on tour instead? Once again, not trying to get rid of the awesome possum, just wanting to meet more of you.

KateCary: But she's so good at touring and I get travel sick! :)

SheilaRuth: Rowanoak23(Q) Did Boulder (ex-rogue turned loyal ShadowClan cat) go to StarClan when he died? Will cats like Cloudtail, Mothwing, Daisy, or Sasha who don't believe in StarClan go there when they die?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) This question has been asked many times, and I always say that if a cat doesn’t believe in StarClan, can they really pop up there after they have died? I’d like to say no, if I was being really strict, but it actually breaks my heart to think that Mothwing, for example, won’t live on with a chance to dispense her wisdom to generations of RiverClan medicine cats. So I might relent on this issue!

VickyHolmes: Wow, I've never been asked that before! So don't give up :)

VickyHolmes: Iceclaw, never!

VickyHolmes: Oakfeather, I watch as many of the Youtube videos as I can. I am constantly stunned by how wonderful they are.

SheilaRuth: Firefawn(Q) To All: which is you current favorite death scene and why?

KateCary: When Bluestar's kit, Mosskit, dies. It couldn't be sadder. Bluestar's so brave.

SheilaRuth: Mistycreek(Q) Question For All: As a member of the Official Warriors and Seekers Message Boards and founder of this idea; we all thought I should ask it at the Chat. Here it goes. :) I'm pretty sure all of the Erins are animal lovers (correct me if you're not but I'm sure you all are!), and so are a lot of other people (in fact, I've collected almost more than 60 names in three days on the Official Message Boards for this!) Do you know how many animals (mainly cats and dogs is what this is for, but it can be horses and stuff too) need our help each day that are abandoned, neglected, or abused? What my idea was that some proceeds of the newest Warriors and Seekers books could go to an animal charity (such as ASPCA) to help those animals! The books could even have some sort of sticker on it saying "WSAAC: Help an animal in need!" and stuff describing what some of the money goes to. (WSAAC is what I called it: Warriors and Seekers Against Animal Cruelty) I (and a lot of other people, hence the 60 names) think this would be a cool idea. It might even get the series' more publicity! But in the end, it's up to you (the Erins) and Harper Collins to decided. What do you think about this, and could you comment about it and if you like it, ask Harper Collins or something? It's okay if you don't, just an idea of ours. Thank you! :D

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) It’s an excellent idea, and thank you to everyone who signed the petition. All of the Erins are passionate about animal welfare (even if some of us are DOG people and some of us are CAT people ), and in our private lives we do as much as we can to support charities that are close to our hearts – for people as well as animals. Diverting funds from a book would have to be organized by HarperCollins, however, and it hasn’t been discussed yet, although we’ll always bear it in mind. On that note, sometimes we receive criticism for not seeming to do much charity work. Actually, we are extremely active in a number of charities for both animals and children, but this is something we prefer not to broadcast.

SheilaRuth: JJK8 *AKA* Firey(Q) To all: If you could make and "end of the world situation" in the books what would it be like and how far in the future would you picture it

Tui Sutherland: I think Seekers is set a little ways in the future, and it sort of is end-of-the-world-like, especially for the poor bears!  In that case it's climate change that's causing the end of the world, which is less immediately dramatic than a comet, but pretty scary nonetheless.  I also got to do my own end-of-the-world in the Avatars trilogy, and the way I did it was kind of complicated...but fun!  I love reading those kinds of stories!

SheilaRuth: Mistycreek(Q) For All Erins: My friend and I made up this idea that Hawkfrost would fall in love with Ivypaw and then he would be reincarnated (at the work of Tigerstar) so he would be alive again (not for Ivypaw, but to be like Tigerstar's puppet kind of thing). Would this ever happen and is it a good idea?

KateCary: I like it! But I can't imagine the arrogant Hawkfrost noticing a 'paw - maybe when she's a warrior...

SheilaRuth: JJK8 *AKA* Firey(Q) To all: If you could make and "end of the world situation" in the books what would it be like and how far in the future would you picture it

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) A giant asteroid would crash into the lake, instantly evaporating every living thing as far as the mountains. I’m not sure when it would happen. Hopefully this won’t happen before the end of OTS!

Sandstar1051.: To All: What are Molekit's and Cherrykit's warrior names and who are theyre mentors?

KateCary: Molebutt and Cherrycola. Kidding. I don't know yet.

VickyHolmes: Try to have patience, folks. I answered every single question that was pre-posted, so you'll get your answer eventually. 

SheilaRuth: We're taking additional questions for Kate, Cherith, and Tui, if anyone has any feel free to ask )in the ask box!)

SheilaRuth: Not for Vicky yet, though

VickyHolmes: Sheila, I can answer additional questions too!

KateCary: Dietcherrycola - love it! Only in leafbare though

VickyHolmes: But if you'd rather I waited, that's okay. <being obedient>

CherithBaldry: Sorry, my phone went dead and I lost my connection.

VickyHolmes: Rosesong, Whack a molekit sounds Terrible!

KateCary: Elliot Molebutt - you're right Oak! Scrubs. love scrubs

KateCary: my dog killed a baby mole is a long name, Muffins, even for a Tribe cat

SheilaRuth: Skywing(Q) How long have you been writing before Warriors?

CherithBaldry: All my life. One of my earliest memories is sitting on my Grandad's knee and reading him a story I'd written.

SheilaRuth: Amberminnow(Q) To All: I read somewhere that you were thinking about putting an albino cat in the books, but you were waiting for the right time. Do you plan on creating this cat for sure, if so how soon will we see him/her?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Yes I’d love to include an albino cat, but I haven’t found exactly the right place yet.

To All: Is there a character that you've ever regretted killing, like that their role wasn't quite finished.

Tui Sutherland: We kill whatever cats Vicky tells us to -- but I must admit I would have loved more Feathertail!  She was so great...but she also had the best death scene, so I guess we wouldn't have wanted to miss out on that...sigh!  Vicky knows what she's doing!  :)

Blizz: People think of such awesome questions I'm kind of wracking my brain :P

KateCary: yes - they are amazing! I feel very proud and not a little astounded

SheilaRuth: Minou(Q) Vicky/All: It seems Hollyleaf recognized that she didn’t really have an incredible power like Lionblaze and Jayfeather, since she showed relief when they found out that Squirrel and Bramble were not their parents and it was she who declared that they weren’t part of the prophecy after all. When did she come to realize that she didn’t have a power, and did Lionblaze and Jayfeather ever realize it, whether before or after her “death”?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) She figured it out before she died, even before she made her declaration at the Gathering. I’m not sure that Lion and Jay knew that she didn’t have a power until Dovepaw came along and was obviously one of the Three. Great question, you’ve clearly studied Hollyleaf’s life very closely!

-Moonflower-: Do you ever look at Warrior cat RPG sites? How does it feel to have a book that's so obsessed over? (Haha- like me! :D)

VickyHolmes: It feels awesome and amazing and the biggest honour in the world. I literally cannot get my head around the fact that people are inspired by my teeny tiny ideas. Just WOW.

SheilaRuth: Brightsky(Q) To Tui, Kate, and Cherith: As much as we love Vicky (I seriously do, she's an awesome possum), would there ever be a chance for any of you to go on tour instead? Once again, not trying to get rid of the awesome possum, just wanting to meet more of you.

CherithBaldry: I did one tour in the US - I think that was the first Erin tour. I'd love to do another, but I think Vicky is the face of Erin for now, and she does it brilliantly.

Skywing: What keeps you inspired when you're writing? (for all of the Erins willing to answer!)

KateCary: Vicky!

Rabbitfoot: A question from my awesome friend Tesseri-Shira:  How many total names have the Erins used from recommendations by their fans?

VickyHolmes: Gosh, I've never counted so I couldn't tell you!

Tui Sutherland: Aw, thank you, Slickfeather!  I know it's like all baby photos all the time now, but I'm sure I'll have more useful things to say once I start getting more sleep.  ;)

Rabbitfoot: Another question from my awesome friend Tesseri-Shira: In the 'Warriors' universe ARE there other clan groups elsewhere in the world?

VickyHolmes: Interesting question! I think there are other groups of cats, like the Tribe, but maybe not Clans exactly the same.

Rabbitfoot: A question from my awesome friend Tesseri-Shira:  How many total names have the Erins used from recommendations by their fans?

CherithBaldry: I really couldn;t say. Vicky might know.

Tui Sutherland: Aw, thank you, Slickfeather!  I know it's like all baby photos all the time now, but I'm sure I'll have more useful things to say once I start getting more sleep.  ;)

Rabbitfoot: Another question from my awesome friend Tesseri-Shira: In the 'Warriors' universe ARE there other clan groups elsewhere in the world?

VickyHolmes: Interesting question! I think there are other groups of cats, like the Tribe, but maybe not Clans exactly the same.

SheilaRuth: Squirrelflight WW(Q) Will Thornclaw have a mate? He seems like he'd do well with Squirrelflight, as he isn't a fatherly type and she apparently can't have kits.

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) I’m not sure Thornclaw would want to date Squirrelflight with her complicated history of having kits/not having kits! Poor Squirrelflight. But you’re right about him not being a fatherly type. Hmmmm. I wonder who I can fix him up with?

Skywing: What keeps you inspired when you're writing? (for all of the Erins willing to answer!)

VickyHolmes: Deadlines! Chocolate! And reminding myself that I could have a different job that wasn't as awesome.

SheilaRuth: Sunbeam(Q) To All: What kind of cat do you think The Clans need most? Personality-wise, I mean. (i.e. more like Firestar, Brambleclaw, Thornclaw, or Whitestorm? or others, if you have better examples.)

CherithBaldry: I think the Clans need a variety of cats. Strong warriors, wise cats, loving queens to bring up their kits, adventurous cats, inquiring cats... There's room for them all.

Skywing: What keeps you inspired when you're writing? (for all of the Erins willing to answer!)

VickyHolmes: Deadlines! Chocolate! And reminding myself that I could have a different job that wasn't as awesome.

Flametail von Karma: Have you ever heard of the mental disorder known as Asperger’s? It’s on the autism spectrum and a person who has it mainly has trouble with social interactions. But it has other symptoms as well, and quite a few of these symptoms seem to apply to Dovepaw (being highly affected by stimuli despite having had to deal with stimuli her whole life, having trouble getting used to new surroundings, having trouble realizing that not everyone thinks the same way she does). Was that intentional? (question from Lakestorm)

VickyHolmes: I am familiar with Aspergers, Flametail, although I didn't deliberately put elements into Dovepaw's character. You're right that she figures on the spectrum, though. As does Jayfeather, even more highly I think.

SheilaRuth: Firefawn(Q) To All: which is you current favorite death scene and why?

CherithBaldry: Feathertail. So very sad! It was hard to write but a great experience.

SheilaRuth: Bluewing(Q) To all: Do you ever feel like you're repeating things from previous books? I'm not saying you are though.

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) This is something I’m quite obsessed about, and I have a fairly good memory for plots (if not for characters, sigh), so I sieve everything through my knowledge of previous books before committing it to a storyline. By far the biggest challenge in Warriors is coming up with new exciting things for every book!

Flametail von Karma: Have you ever heard of the mental disorder known as Asperger’s? It’s on the autism spectrum and a person who has it mainly has trouble with social interactions. But it has other symptoms as well, and quite a few of these symptoms seem to apply to Dovepaw (being highly affected by stimuli despite having had to deal with stimuli her whole life, having trouble getting used to new surroundings, having trouble realizing that not everyone thinks the same way she does). Was that intentional? (question from Lakestorm)

KateCary: Yes. I know about Aspergers but I'd not thought of Dovepaw as being an Aspie - but I know what you mean now you mention it. That is an interesting insight. I do think she fits on that spectrum, especially with her very sensitive hearing and worrying. I'm going to love her even more now!

Rabbitfoot: Another question from my awesome friend Tesseri-Shira:  Have the Erins ever gotten a fully written, printed and bound Warriors fanfic?

VickyHolmes: We've had some very impressively bound fanfics, but none in published format because that would be against copyright.

SheilaRuth: Skywing(Q) Where do you get inspiration to make your characters personalities?

CherithBaldry: I don;t believe a lot in inspiration. I believe in hard work and using your mind. There are all sorts of areas you can use: people you know, people you would like to know, ideas about how people might react in certain situations...

Flametail von Karma: What is Mapleshade's physical description? What about her personality? Is there anything else about her you can tell us? xD I like her already.

VickyHolmes: She is tortoiseshell and white, big, tending to fat, with amber eyes. She's ambitious, cold and dedicated to revenge. You'll see a lot more of her in Crookedstar's Promise!

SheilaRuth: The next answer from Vicky is an exclusive!

Blizz: YES :D

Blizz: Mapleshade <3

Flametail von Karma: If you could rewrite the series, would you change any of the consistency problems? If so, what? (question from Lakestorm)

VickyHolmes: All of them except for Rowanclaw changing from a girl to a boy because I'm kind of attached to that Epic Error!

Rabbitfoot: Another question from my awesome friend Tesseri-Shira:  Have the Erins ever gotten a fully written, printed and bound Warriors fanfic?

CherithBaldry: We've had some awesome fanfics, but copyright wouldn;t allow them to be professionally published.

SheilaRuth: Here it is...

SheilaRuth: Dawnspots(Q) To all: Have you come up with the title of the fourth book in OOTS, and if you have what is it?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Book Four will be called SIGN OF THE MOON and, as a Wands and Worlds exclusive, I can reveal here that Book Five will be THE FORGOTTEN WARRIOR. Hooray!

Skywing: What keeps you inspired when you're writing? (for all of the Erins willing to answer!)

CherithBaldry: Chocolate!

 

Riverstripe: Sheila: I'm not sure if this is allowed, but I don't think I got my question to you- and if I did, I didn't get your answer. Sorry for repeating this... Magic can answer too. How long does it generally take to finish a chat transcript?

Magicyop: A lonng time. A chat transcript requires lots of work on the part of both me and Sheila. I believe in past chats it has been a couple weeks of hard labor (maybe two weeks?) but it could easily be longer or shorter. This one will likely be longer, I can tell already.

Flametail von Karma: Is Smokefoot a different cat from Smokepaw (who fell off a cliff and died in Dawn but was still listed as Oakfur's apprentice in subsequent books)? (question from Lakestorm)

VickyHolmes: Yes, he is (although I love the theory that Smokepaw survived the fall and made his way to the Clans to become Smokefoot, the apprentice MADE OF RUBBER).

insaneular: Will there ever be a possibility of Leafpool taking another mate, now that she's not a medicine cat?

VickyHolmes: Oh, I suspect she's too much in love with Crowfeather to consider doing that.

SheilaRuth: Dawnspots(Q) To Vicky: Are you ever going to have another character who is from a different species effect the clan again? (The way Midnight did).

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Not as much as Midnight, no, because I don’t think we’ll meet any other animals who can speak Cat quite so fluently! Midnight is a one-off, and all the more special because of that. I love her so much!

Flametail von Karma: Have you ever heard of the mental disorder known as Asperger’s? It’s on the autism spectrum and a person who has it mainly has trouble with social interactions. But it has other symptoms as well, and quite a few of these symptoms seem to apply to Dovepaw (being highly affected by stimuli despite having had to deal with stimuli her whole life, having trouble getting used to new surroundings, having trouble realizing that not everyone thinks the same way she does). Was that intentional? (question from Lakestorm)

CherithBaldry: I have heard about Aspergers and know a couple of people on that spectrum. I'd never thought of Dovepaw in that way, though you're right that she does have some of the characteristics. But she can relate to other people more easily than most autistic people.

Braveheart42: Is Ashfur in the Dark Forest as of now? Or is he in Starclan? Just wanted to know.

CherithBaldry: I'm sure you do!

insaneular: Will there ever be a possibility of Leafpool taking another mate, now that she's not a medicine cat?

VickyHolmes: Oh, I suspect she's too much in love with Crowfeather to consider doing that.

Skywing: Do you enjoy what you do? And do you have jobs outside of writing? If so, what type?

VickyHolmes: Skywing, how many hours do you think there are in a day?! I write and edit fulltime (not just Warriors, though - I create storylines for about six different series).

SheilaRuth: Lunarstar911(Q) To all: OK, well it seems that at first, Rowanclaw was a she-cat. (Look at Midnight for proof) Yet then, she became a tom. I forget which book, I think it was half way through TNP. Is Rowanclaw a she-tom? Seriously, whats his/her gender? .-. (PS, I just love our books! :D I own a lot of them)

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Much as I love the idea that Rowanclaw deliberately changed gender to have a relationship with Tawnypelt, I’m afraid this is just the most famous mistake of Warriors. Oops! But his kits are lovely, you have to agree.

SheilaRuth: JJK8 *AKA* Firey(Q) To all: If you could make and "end of the world situation" in the books what would it be like and how far in the future would you picture it

CherithBaldry: The heat death of the universe? Our warrior Clans must stick around until then!

Flametail von Karma: Rosepetal and Foxleap seemed to have the makings of a romantic couple in Fading Echoes. But, uh, Foxleap is Rosepetal's uncle. o.O Was that intentional? (question from Lakestorm)

VickyHolmes: Once I realized that, I...er...cooled the relationship down. :)

Braveheart42: Is Ashfur in the Dark Forest as of now? Or is he in Starclan? Just wanted to know.

KateCary: Wait and see!

Flametail von Karma: Who is your favorite villain?

VickyHolmes: Scourge.

SheilaRuth: Clearfur(Q) To Vicky: Will Cinderheart ever realize her true identity? And will she end up together with Lionblaze?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Hmmm, can I give this much away? I think I can safely reveal that yes, Cinderheart will discover her former identity. And that’s all, folks!

Amberminnow: What happens if a newborn kit dies, do they go to StarClan as is, with their eyes closed and unable to walk yet?

VickyHolmes: Hmmm. I think StarClan would allow them to open their eyes and totter around, for maximum cuteness.

SheilaRuth: booksandanimals2000(Q) I hope to become an author one day...is there any advice in particular you have to give?

CherithBaldry: Read and read and read and then read some more. Learn how to use the English language accurately and effectively. And go out to get experience so you have something to write about. And then read some more.

Mistycreek: (for all) Would you ever consider creating whole new clans?

VickyHolmes: I don't think I could cope with having to come up with so many more names and personalities!

SheilaRuth: booksandanimals2000(Q) I hope to become an author one day...is there any advice in particular you have to give?

CherithBaldry: Read and read and read and then read some more. Learn how to use the English language accurately and effectively. And go out to get experience so you have something to write about. And then read some more.

Mistycreek: (for all) Would you ever consider creating whole new clans?

VickyHolmes: I don't think I could cope with having to come up with so many more names and personalities!

VickyHolmes: Forestpelt, don't miss dinner on our account! Or maybe you could eat with one hand and type with the other?

SheilaRuth: Moonflower(Q) Will we have another forbidden relationship between Tigerheart and Dovepaw?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) SPOILER ALERT: Do you mean, will they start up their relationship again, or will there be another cross-Clan relationship between other cats? You’ll have to wait and see!

Flametail von Karma: Rosepetal and Foxleap seemed to have the makings of a romantic couple in Fading Echoes. But, uh, Foxleap is Rosepetal's uncle. o.O Was that intentional? (question from Lakestorm)

CherithBaldry: No, and I promise it won;t develop in any unpleasant way.

SheilaRuth: Moonflower(Q) Will we have another forbidden relationship between Tigerheart and Dovepaw?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) SPOILER ALERT: Do you mean, will they start up their relationship again, or will there be another cross-Clan relationship between other cats? You’ll have to wait and see!

Flametail von Karma: Rosepetal and Foxleap seemed to have the makings of a romantic couple in Fading Echoes. But, uh, Foxleap is Rosepetal's uncle. o.O Was that intentional? (question from Lakestorm)

CherithBaldry: No, and I promise it won’t develop in any unpleasant way.

SheilaRuth: Losty(Q) To Vicky: Have you ever considered writing Ivypaw and Hawkfrost as a canon pairing? I would love that, that would be a great plot, I think.

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Gosh, I hadn’t considered them together! Er, I don’t think it will happen, to be honest.

Mistycreek: (for all) Would you ever consider creating whole new clans?

Tui Sutherland: Gosh, that would be hard!  Poor Vicky, having to think of all those new characters and relationships!  :)

Muffins: Is Crowleaf officially done with Leafpool, vise versa, or is there still something there? It's such a sad epic story that it can't be officially done with yet! D:

CherithBaldry: You'll have to ask Vicky, but I doubt she'll tell you!

Oakfeather: Hey, is it ok if we make fan animations of the books, and use book scripts? Or would you not like that?

VickyHolmes: You can make your own animations using the characters and text, but you wouldn't be able to profit for them or claim them as your own creations, that's all.

SheilaRuth: Lunarstar911(Q) To all: OK, well it seems that at first, Rowanclaw was a she-cat. (Look at Midnight for proof) Yet then, she became a tom. I forget which book, I think it was half way through TNP. Is Rowanclaw a she-tom? Seriously, whats his/her gender? .-. (PS, I just love our books! :D I own a lot of them)

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Much as I love the idea that Rowanclaw deliberately changed gender to have a relationship with Tawnypelt, I’m afraid this is just the most famous mistake of Warriors. Oops! But his kits are lovely, you have to agree.

Braveheart42: Is Ashfur in the Dark Forest as of now? Or is he in Starclan? Just wanted to know.

KateCary: Wait and see!

SheilaRuth: Clearfur(Q) To Vicky: Will Cinderheart ever realize her true identity? And will she end up together with Lionblaze?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Hmmm, can I give this much away? I think I can safely reveal that yes, Cinderheart will discover her former identity. And that’s all, folks!

Amberminnow: What happens if a newborn kit dies, do they go to StarClan as is, with their eyes closed and unable to walk yet?

VickyHolmes: Hmmm. I think StarClan would allow them to open their eyes and totter around, for maximum cuteness.

Mistycreek: (for all) Would you ever consider creating whole new clans?

VickyHolmes: I don't think I could cope with having to come up with so many more names and personalities!

Flametail von Karma: Who is your favorite villain?

CherithBaldry: I have a soft spot for Hawkfrost. I think he could have tipped the other way and become a really awesome cat if he had given himself the chance.

crescentmoon: Vicky:  We thought you had said that Firestar lost a life helping Ravenpaw, but it wasn’t in the manga.  Once again we are confused as to how many lives Firey has lost.  Help!

VickyHolmes: I was sure Firestar lost a life in the manga! Oh no, don't say it got edited out (not by me)! Confusion reigns, sigh.

Mistycreek: (for all) Would you ever consider creating whole new clans?

Tui Sutherland: Gosh, that would be hard!  Poor Vicky, having to think of all those new characters and relationships!  :)

Muffins: Is Crowleaf officially done with Leafpool, vise versa, or is there still something there? It's such a sad epic story that it can't be officially done with yet! D:

CherithBaldry: You'll have to ask Vicky, but I doubt she'll tell you!

SheilaRuth: Clovercloud(Q) Is Ashfur in the Darkforest or StarClan?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) I think this is something that can stay secret for a while longer... But don’t worry, you’ll find out soon!

insaneular: Will there ever be a possibility of Leafpool taking another mate, now that she's not a medicine cat?

CherithBaldry: It's always possible.

Losty: This is for anyone who feels they can answer: Can you tell us anything about this supposed official Warriors online game that's being created? Thanks!

CherithBaldry: No, this is the first I;ve heard of it.

Lakestorm Wright: What was Sagepaw's warrior name? Only Mintpaw's was shown in the little manga thing after SkyClan's Destiny.

VickyHolmes: She definitely has a warrior name. Sagefur? Gosh, I can't remember, my brain is so tired.

SheilaRuth: Lightstreak(Q) To all: After "Warriors" and "Seekers" is brought to an end, will there be anymore books written under Erin Hunter?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Quite possibly! If we have strong ideas, and HarperCollins would like to publish them!

Shadowmoon: Do you think of warrior name suffixes ahead of time, like when the cat is born or made an apprentice, or do you think of them on the spot when you're about to write the book when they become warriors?

CherithBaldry: This varies: Vicky thinks of most of the names, though Kate and I also contribute.

SheilaRuth: Lunarstar911(Q) To all: Well I've heard many wacky pairing for Jayfeather, (and hopefully he won't end up with ANYONE), like Jay/Ice,, Jay/Stick 'o wonder, even Jay/Rock(ew). So what's your impression on Jay/Purdy? I think that is the most weirdest, most sickest fantasy EVER.

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) I share your opinion ENTIRELY. Poor Purdy! He deserves better!

-Moonflower-: Will Jayfeather and the others ever bond with Leafpool? Or will they continue to be...err "uncomfortable" with each other? *crosses fingers*

VickyHolmes: That's a central theme for the remaining books of OTS - and to be perfectly honest, I haven't figured it out. We'll have to see where the story takes us.

Flametail von Karma: Rosepetal and Foxleap seemed to have the makings of a romantic couple in Fading Echoes. But, uh, Foxleap is Rosepetal's uncle. o.O Was that intentional? (question from Lakestorm)

KateCary: No way! Not again! These cats are way too inter-related. They need some more kittypets to mate with...

VickyHolmes: Losty, the online game is being developed with my help and it's just been through a first round of testing. Progress will be posted in the Author Trackers!

SheilaRuth: Lakestorm(Q) To Vicky: You said that Graystripe's parents were Patchpelt and Willowpelt; but this can't be possible, because they're siblings (Patchpelt being from Swiftbreeze's first litter along with Leopardfoot, and Willowpelt being from her second along with Redtail and Spottedleaf). Who would you say Graystripe's parents are if not Willow and Patch?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Oh I do get so tangled up with couples and kits and littermates. Of course, it’s not impossible for feline siblings to have kittens, so perhaps Patch and Willow ARE Graystripe’s parents? I’m afraid I don’t have any alternative.

Flametail von Karma: Who is your favorite villain?

KateCary: Mapleshade!

Amberminnow: What happens if a newborn kit dies, do they go to StarClan as is, with their eyes closed and unable to walk yet?

CherithBaldry: They would be a kit in StarClan, but they would have their eyes open and be able to play, etc.

Flametail von Karma: If a medicine cat has an apprentice who has received his/her medicine cat name, can that apprentice take an apprentice of their own?

VickyHolmes: No because the medicine den would get a little cluttered!

crescentmoon: Vicky:  We thought you had said that Firestar lost a life helping Ravenpaw, but it wasn’t in the manga.  Once again we are confused as to how many lives Firey has lost.  Help!

VickyHolmes: I was sure Firestar lost a life in the manga! Oh no, don't say it got edited out (not by me)! Confusion reigns, sigh.

Muffins: Is Crowleaf officially done with Leafpool, vise versa, or is there still something there? It's such a sad epic story that it can't be officially done with yet! D:

CherithBaldry: You'll have to ask Vicky, but I doubt she'll tell you!

SheilaRuth: Clovercloud(Q) Is Ashfur in the Darkforest or StarClan?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) I think this is something that can stay secret for a while longer... But don’t worry, you’ll find out soon!

SheilaRuth: Lightstreak(Q) To all: After "Warriors" and "Seekers" is brought to an end, will there be anymore books written under Erin Hunter?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Quite possibly! If we have strong ideas, and HarperCollins would like to publish them!

Shadowmoon: Do you think of warrior name suffixes ahead of time, like when the cat is born or made an apprentice, or do you think of them on the spot when you're about to write the book when they become warriors?

CherithBaldry: This varies: Vicky thinks of most of the names, though Kate and I also contribute.

-Moonflower-: Will Jayfeather and the others ever bond with Leafpool? Or will they continue to be...err "uncomfortable" with each other? *crosses fingers*

VickyHolmes: That's a central theme for the remaining books of OTS - and to be perfectly honest, I haven't figured it out. We'll have to see where the story takes us.

Flametail von Karma: Rosepetal and Foxleap seemed to have the makings of a romantic couple in Fading Echoes. But, uh, Foxleap is Rosepetal's uncle. o.O Was that intentional? (question from Lakestorm)

KateCary: No way! Not again! These cats are way too inter-related. They need some more kittypets to mate with...

SheilaRuth: Lakestorm(Q) To Vicky: You said that Graystripe's parents were Patchpelt and Willowpelt; but this can't be possible, because they're siblings (Patchpelt being from Swiftbreeze's first litter along with Leopardfoot, and Willowpelt being from her second along with Redtail and Spottedleaf). Who would you say Graystripe's parents are if not Willow and Patch?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Oh I do get so tangled up with couples and kits and littermates. Of course, it’s not impossible for feline siblings to have kittens, so perhaps Patch and Willow ARE Graystripe’s parents? I’m afraid I don’t have any alternative.

Amberminnow: What happens if a newborn kit dies, do they go to StarClan as is, with their eyes closed and unable to walk yet?

CherithBaldry: They would be a kit in StarClan, but they would have their eyes open and be able to play, etc.

Forestpelt: When does Firestar die? (not that I'm expecting an answer, but my friend wanted me to try)

CherithBaldry: Well, those who expect nothing are never disappointed!

Rockstar: Will we ever see a drawing of SkyClan territory?

VickyHolmes: There are maps for SkyClan in Firestar's Quest and SkyClan's Destiny, plus you'll see the manga version in the trilogy next year.

SheilaRuth: Spottedflame(Q) To All: Will Lionblaze have kits? And if you will tell, who with?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Lionblaze can’t have kits, he’s a BOY. Tee hee! But if he fathered kits, it would probably be with... No, I can’t do it, I’m just not programmed to reveal secrets!

Streamflow: Does Heathertail still secretly love Lionblaze?

VickyHolmes: I don't think so. Too much has happened!

Oakfeather: Does Tigerheart like Ivypaw, or Dovepaw? If both, which does he love more?

CherithBaldry: He likes Dovepaw at present, but who can say how it will turn out?

Streamflow: Does Heathertail still secretly love Lionblaze?

VickyHolmes: I don't think so. Too much has happened!

KateCary: Mapleshade is a Dark Forest warrior...just keep reading...mwah ha ha

Stoneclaw: Vicky: will there ever be a warrior cats movie???

VickyHolmes: Well, never say never, but there are currently no Warriors movies in production, and no immediate plans.

SheilaRuth: Bluewing(Q) To Vicky: (Idk if this should be spoiler, just a question really.) Will Ivypaw or any other character play a bigger part in the series? I don't really like Dovepaw, to be honest.

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Poor Dovepaw! Give her a chance, she’ll change as she experiences more things and her character matures. I’m not sure where you’ve read up to, but Ivypaw DEFINITELY plays a central role in the second half of OTS!

VickyHolmes: Nettlepaw, more like water through the tunnels!

Flametail von Karma: If you could rewrite the series, would you change any of the consistency problems? If so, what? (question from Lakestorm)

CherithBaldry: Well, we'd put right the obvious errors <cough> Rowanclaw <cough>, but personally I wouldn’t want to change much.

Muffins: Is Crowleaf officially done with Leafpool, vise versa, or is there still something there? It's such a sad epic story that it can't be officially done with yet! D:

KateCary: I agree - there's definitely unfinished business there, but who knows if they'll ever have a chance to finish it. The Clans have much bigger stuff to worry about right now

Skywing: Do you enjoy what you do? And do you have jobs outside of writing? If so, what type?

CherithBaldry: Yes, I love what I do. It's the best job in the world. I used to be a teacher, but now I write full-time.

VickyHolmes: I've answered the movie question so many times, I bet if you went into the African desert and stopped a nomad on his camel, he'd know the answer!

SheilaRuth: Wildstorm(Q) To Vicky: Did Hollyleaf just go completely bonkers, or was she just so stressed, angry and hurt that she spilled the beans?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) She was stressed, angry, hurt and devastated beyond reason that the warrior code had been so utterly destroyed, as far as she could see it. So not bonkers, although if she went to court, her defence lawyer might claim that her balance of mind was disturbed!

Tui Sutherland: I like Dovesong too!  Dovewing and Dovefur are also great...you guys are so good at this!

Mistycreek: (for all) Would you ever consider creating whole new clans?

CherithBaldry: Eeek! All those new cats. Still, we created SkyClan, so who knows?

SheilaRuth: Lol Vicky on the movie answer! 

Oakfeather: Does Tigerheart like Ivypaw, or Dovepaw? If both, which does he love more?

KateCary: Eww. I hope not. He's nasty. I don't think he even thinks of them as individuals, just a means to his wicked wicked ends

Oakfeather: Why didn't Leafstar change the names of Harveymoon, Snookpaw, Billystorm, and Macgyver? Its kinda strange. And also "moon" is not supposed to be used I thought.

VickyHolmes: SkyClan is so new, Leafstar doesn't quite know all the rules about names, hence the use of "moon". And the strange names came about because some kittypets didn't want entirely new names.

SheilaRuth: Daisypaw(Q) All: A fifth series?? Are any of you worried that that might be dragging it out too long, to the point where you'll completely run out of good ideas halfway through?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Oh, I think we have enough ideas for AT LEAST another six books!

Lightstreak Rx: When will Firestar discover the Three? He hasn't forgotten what Skywatcher told him about them, has he? D:

CherithBaldry: No, he hasn't forgotten. You'll learn more about this soon.

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Amberminnow: Wll we see any new kits in Night Whispers, or maybe Sign of the Moon, I love when new kits are introduced--maybe Mousewhisker will become a father?

VickyHolmes: There are new kits in Sign of the Moon! But not Mousewhisker's, I'm afraid.

SheilaRuth: Firefoot(Q) To Vicky:Who gave Tigerstar his nine lives? I don't think any Starclan cats would have had the guts to, except maybe Thistleclaw, but seriously. Can the Dark Forest give cats lives?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) There would have been plenty of former ShadowClan cats lining up to make Tigerstar leader! For all his faults, he was exactly what ShadowClan needed following the Nightstar debacle: a strong, courageous, desperately loyal warrior who would do whatever it took to make his Clan powerful and feared. Raggedstar would have been among them, and Thistleclaw of ThunderClan as well, of course. And yes, cats from the Dark Forest would have found their way to StarClan to give him some lives as well. Hissssssss.

-Moonflower-: Will Jayfeather and the others ever bond with Leafpool? Or will they continue to be...err "uncomfortable" with each other? *crosses fingers*

CherithBaldry: I'd like to think they will forgive her. I can't see them ever becoming as affectionate as they would have been if they'd known from the beginning that she was their mother.

Tui Sutherland: Ha ha ha Dovesoap!

KateCary: Sandstar - stickkit - I love it!

SheilaRuth: I hope that they forgive her.

VickyHolmes: Shadowmoon, we are impressed by everyone's ideas, it's just that we can't steal them from other people for copyright reasons.

Lightstreak Rx: Will Scourge make an appearance from the Dark Forest, or is gone for good?

CherithBaldry: Gone, unless Vicky says otherwise!

VickyHolmes: Magicyop, Duckfang will never make it into the cast list. It's a typo waiting to happen...

SheilaRuth: JJK8 *AKA* Firey(Q) To Vicky: Anything you can reveal to us about Firestar's death

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) He dies.

SheilaRuth: Lollollol

Flametail von Karma: If a medicine cat has an apprentice who has received his/her medicine cat name, can that apprentice take an apprentice of their own?

CherithBaldry: I see no reason why not, as they would then be a full medicine cat. But the Clan only needs so many med cats, so it wouldn’t be usual. Maybe if the first med cat was very old.

Oakfeather: Why didn't Leafstar change the names of Harveymoon, Snookpaw, Billystorm, and Macgyver? Its kinda strange. And also "moon" is not supposed to be used I thought.

VickyHolmes: SkyClan is so new, Leafstar doesn't quite know all the rules about names, hence the use of "moon". And the strange names came about because some kittypets didn't want entirely new names.

Lightstreak Rx: When will Firestar discover the Three? He hasn't forgotten what Skywatcher told him about them, has he? D:

CherithBaldry: No, he hasn't forgotten. You'll learn more about this soon.

-Clovercloud-: Will we ever see Ravenpaw and Barley again? Or are they gone forever?

VickyHolmes: They star in the Ravenpaw manga trilogy, OUT NOW. But they won't pop up at the lake, I'm afraid. It's just too far. :(

KateCary: Slickfeather - at the moment I'm liking Dovepaw best

Rockstar: Will we ever see a drawing of SkyClan terriotry?

CherithBaldry: I don’t know, but I'd really like to.

SheilaRuth: Crescentmoon(Q) Could you please consider a special edition about ancient SkyClan – their ouster from the forest, journey to the gorge & the difficulties of setting up a new life there – maybe even up to the demise of the clan? That should be good for several Kleenexes.

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Ah, we love the Ancient Cats! I’m not sure they’ll get their own Super Edition (but never say never!); however, they will reappear in OTS4: Sign of the Moon!

SheilaRuth: Losty(Q) To all: As of the current book, what was your least favorite scene/plot to write/develop?

Tui Sutherland: Well, I had a tough time with Kallik's mother's death scene in the first Seekers book...so SAD!  I don't normally write very sad, dark things myself!  But I hope it turned out OK...and I guess those are still easier than long quiet walking scenes where nothing at all happens!

Shadowmoon: Do you think of warrior name suffixes ahead of time, like when the cat is born or made an apprentice, or do you think of them on the spot when you're about to write the book when they become warriors?

VickyHolmes: Sometimes I know what a cat will be called later on, others I have to wait until I get to know them a bit better.

SheilaRuth: Squirrelflight WW(Q) Is Crowfeather's father Deadfoot? There's loads of evidence for this!

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Interesting! I can’t recall who I assumed Crowfeather’s dad would be. If the stories suggest that it’s Deadfoot, then it probably is!

Oakfeather: Does Tigerheart like Ivypaw, or Dovepaw? If both, which does he love more?

VickyHolmes: Dovepaw is his fave.

Tui Sutherland: Oooo, Doveflight is also pretty!  That's very cool!

Lightstreak Rx: When will Firestar discover the Three? He hasn't forgotten what Skywatcher told him about them, has he? D:

VickyHolmes: Very, very soon!

Tui Sutherland: Team Lionstar vs. Team Bramblestar = awesome.  We should get T-shirts!

SheilaRuth: Clearfur(Q) To Vicky: Will the stick make a comeback after it was broken into half? (Other than creating splinters, I mean.)

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Oh, the Stick of Wonder! Have I told you how much I LOVE the fanbase that Jay’s stick has? And those of you who have Jay x Stick in your sigs, thanks for the ultimate tribute! I’m not sure that the broken stick can do much more, alas, but Rock and everything the stick signifies will definitely feature again.

Lightstreak Rx: Will Scourge make an appearance from the Dark Forest, or is gone for good?

VickyHolmes: Scourge's greatest weakness was that he didn't believe in StarClan, so he didn't make it to the Dark Forest. He's gone for good, I'm afraid. But he did get his own manga!

Flametail von Karma: Is Smokefoot a different cat from Smokepaw (who fell off a cliff and died in Dawn but was still listed as Oakfur's apprentice in subsequent books)? (question from Lakestorm)

KateCary: Absolutely! *crosses fingers and looks at her feet*

Rabbitfoot: Another question from my awesome friend Tesseri-Shira: In the 'Warriors' universe ARE there other clan groups elsewhere in the world?

CherithBaldry: I don;t know, but I wouldn;t be surprised. They wouldn;t be organised like the Clans, though, because they wouldn;t have had the contact with them to learn their ways.

Flametail von Karma: I've heard it suggested that Pinestar and Poppydawn are siblings (both have red fur, both seem around the same age, and Poppydawn names her daughter after Pinestar's father). Is this true? :P (question from Lakestorm)

VickyHolmes: It could be true, yes, although I haven't figured out the family trees that far back.

SheilaRuth: Rowanoak23(Q) To Vicki: What would Firestar think of the changes Leafstar's made to SkyClan in "SkyClan's Destiny"? How would he react, if he knew?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Interesting question! I think he might raise his eyebrows (can cats do that?) at the inclusion of daylight-warriors, because that’s a pretty radical departure from having all warriors live in the Clan, but I think he’d also be sympathetic to Leafstar’s determination to keep her young Clan going, and her willingness to be flexible in order to make that happen.

SheilaRuth: Rowanoak23(Q) To Vicki: What would Firestar think of the changes Leafstar's made to SkyClan in "SkyClan's Destiny"? How would he react, if he knew?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Interesting question! I think he might raise his eyebrows (can cats do that?) at the inclusion of daylight-warriors, because that’s a pretty radical departure from having all warriors live in the Clan, but I think he’d also be sympathetic to Leafstar’s determination to keep her young Clan going, and her willingness to be flexible in order to make that happen.

Lightstreak Rx: When will Firestar discover the Three? He hasn't forgotten what Skywatcher told him about them, has he? D:

VickyHolmes: Very, very soon!

SheilaRuth: Rowanoak23(Q) To Vicki: What would Firestar think of the changes Leafstar's made to SkyClan in "SkyClan's Destiny"? How would he react, if he knew?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Interesting question! I think he might raise his eyebrows (can cats do that?) at the inclusion of daylight-warriors, because that’s a pretty radical departure from having all warriors live in the Clan, but I think he’d also be sympathetic to Leafstar’s determination to keep her young Clan going, and her willingness to be flexible in order to make that happen.

KateCary: Vicky! really? I thought you'd traced them back to the Flood!

SheilaRuth: Spottedflame(Q) To All: Is there a character that you've ever regreted killing, like that their role wasn't quite finished.

CherithBaldry: I was sorry that Hawkfrost died when he did. As I said above, I thought he had such potential for good if he had ever tried to use it.

SheilaRuth: insaneular(Q) To all: I was wondering, why didn't Tigerstar offer to train Hollyleaf? Seeing as she was the one who ended up evil, she probably would have been a good choice for him to train, and he didn't even try recruiting her... why?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) But she didn’t end up “evil”, just misguided and desperate. She was always so loyal to the warrior code that she would never have agreed to be trained by a cat from the Dark Forest. I think Tigerstar could see that! Also, perhaps he knew all along that she wasn’t one of the Three, so not worth his attention?

SheilaRuth: Boldclaw2(Q) Why did Squirrelflight play Ashfur like that? I mean ,it was pretty obvious that he loved her, why couldn't she feel the same?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) I don’t think she deliberately set out to play Ashfur. She did like him, and she liked his attention, because really, who wouldn’t? But there was chemistry between her and Brambleclaw that she couldn’t resist – in spite of all their bickering and clashes. Poor Ashfur just couldn’t compete with that sort of connection.

KateCary: Dovechub partic good

MeganSimas: Is it hard to become a writter? Ive been thinking about being one myself, and im already writting my own book. Maybe some tips too?

VickyHolmes: You need luck, determination, and another career to back you up! My top tip, just like Kate and Cherith, is to READ everything you possibly can. It's the only way to learn about style and content, and the best way to find out what sort of writing you like best. Try everything from cookery books to online blogs - the joy of modern life is that there is so much writing around!

-Moonflower-: Do you ever look at Warrior cat RPG sites? How does it feel to have a book that's so obsessed over? (Haha- like me! :D)

CherithBaldry: I don;t often - too busy writing - but I'm overwhelmed by all the RPGs, fan fiction, artwork and so on that you create from what we write. It makes me feel humble that we have been able to do this. You are truly the best fans ever!

Flametail von Karma: What was Skywatcher's grandmother's name? Was it one of the cats that we saw in the prologue of SkyClan’s Destiny? (question from Lakestorm)

VickyHolmes: I don't think we've ever met Skywatcher's grandmother, I'm afraid.

Mistycreek: (for all) Would you ever consider creating whole new clans?

KateCary: Probably only in our heads

SheilaRuth: Crescentmoon(Q) Kits are always outside the nursery a day or so after being born, eyes open & scampering around. Not! Obviously this doesn’t happen in real life. Why don’t you just let a little more time pass? This is distracting, to me, at least.

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) I think actually we are very careful to keep kits in the nursery for a few days until their eyes open. Also, kits do scamper around from a very early age, even before they can see! I’ll keep an eye on this in future stories, though.

SheilaRuth: Mistycreek(Q) Question For All: As a member of the Official Warriors and Seekers Message Boards and founder of this idea; we all thought I should ask it at the Chat. Here it goes. :) I'm pretty sure all of the Erins are animal lovers (correct me if you're not but I'm sure you all are!), and so are a lot of other people (in fact, I've collected almost more than 60 names in three days on the Official Message Boards for this!) Do you know how many animals (mainly cats and dogs is what this is for, but it can be horses and stuff too) need our help each day that are abandoned, neglected, or abused? What my idea was that some proceeds of the newest Warriors and Seekers books could go to an animal charity (such as ASPCA) to help those animals! The books could even have some sort of sticker on it saying "WSAAC: Help an animal in need!" and stuff describing what some of the money goes to. (WSAAC is what I called it: Warriors and Seekers Against Animal Cruelty) I (and a lot of other people, hence the 60 names) think this would be a cool idea. It might even get the series' more publicity! But in the end, it's up to you (the Erins) and Harper Collins to decided. What do you think about this, and could you comment about it and if you like it, ask Harper Collins or something? It's okay if you don't, just an idea of ours. Thank you! :D

CherithBaldry: This would be a decision for the publisher. But all the Erins contribute to charity, both for animals and people. But we prefer to do it privately. Not letting our left hand know what our right hand does, and all that.

Skywing: Do you enjoy what you do? And do you have jobs outside of writing? If so, what type?

Tui Sutherland: I LOOOOVE being a writer!  It's the greatest job in the world!  Well, that and my other (much newer) job, which is being Jonah's mom.  :)  That one is pretty awesome, too...I can't wait until he can read and I can combine my jobs by writing books for him and having him read all my first drafts for me!  :)  Er, if he wants to do that...fingers crossed!  :)

SheilaRuth: Streamflow(Q) Do Firestar and other normal cats know about the Dark Forest/Place of No Stars? In Sunset, Darkstripe seemed generally surprised by it, but in Omen of the Stars, all of StarClan seems to know about it. Do cats only learn about it once they die and either go to StarClan or the Dark Forest itself?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) I think cats find out about it once they go to StarClan. Otherwise I think queens would threaten their kits with going to the Dark Forest if they are naughty!

SheilaRuth: Moonflower(Q) Why do you like forbidden relationships so much; if you do, and if you don't then do you mean to have them come up often as they are?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Because happy endings and untroubled romances are BORING! Think of Sorreltail and Brackenfur, or Dustpelt and Ferncloud – they’re very sweet, but there’s no excitement, no gripping storylines in watching them trot along in married bliss. In real life, I’m not at all romantic (my poor husband!), so I guess my prejudices are played out in the doom-laden storylines. I suspect Kate, Cherith and Tui would be happy to have fewer tragic relationships, though!

SheilaRuth: Daisypaw(Q) All: Did you prefer the style of the first series where StarClan was more of a mystery and the cats fought with their own strength, or the third/current series with all the fantasy elements that were/are incorporated into it?

CherithBaldry: I like both - it's hard to say which I prefer. But I love the Ancient cats that we've incorporated, and the way that Jayfeather gets back to their time. They're excellent to write.

-Clovercloud-: Will we ever see Ravenpaw and Barley again? Or are they gone forever?

KateCary: Hmmm...I don't know, but in Warriors is anyone ever gone forever - they'll probably wander into StarClan as honorary members

SheilaRuth: Daisypaw(Q) All: Did you prefer the style of the first series where StarClan was more of a mystery and the cats fought with their own strength, or the third/current series with all the fantasy elements that were/are incorporated into it?

CherithBaldry: I like both - it's hard to say which I prefer. But I love the Ancient cats that we've incorporated, and the way that Jayfeather gets back to their time. They're excellent to write.

SheilaRuth: booksandanimals2000(Q) I really enjoyed Bluestar's Prophecy...it's probably my favorite of the series. Poor cat had a hard life :( But one thing I wonder about...did Hawkheart (the cat who killed Moonflower) go to the Dark Forest?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Yes, I think he probably did. <evil laugh>

MeganSimas: Is it hard to become a writter? Ive been thinking about being one myself, and im already writting my own book. Maybe some tips too?

CherithBaldry: I gave some tips earlier on, so have a look at the transcript. It is hard - hard work to do well, and hard to get published - but it's really worth it

MeganSimas: Is it hard to become a writter? Ive been thinking about being one myself, and im already writting my own book. Maybe some tips too?

CherithBaldry: I gave some tips earlier on, so have a look at the transcript. It is hard - hard work to do well, and hard to get published - but it's really worth it!

VickyHolmes: Redfeather, it's more misguided than forbidden!

Flametail von Karma: Why didn't StarClan do anything when SkyClan got driven out? I would think they would be pretty upset to see one of their beloved five Clans leaving without any of the other four doing a thing to stop them. (question from Lakestorm)

CherithBaldry: I think they were upset. But it's not Starclan's way to intervene directly.

SheilaRuth: Firefawn(Q) To All: which is you current favorite death scene and why?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Feathertail’s gets me every time, the way she says to Crowpaw: “Don’t make me save you again...”

Tui Sutherland: Bearclaw!  Isn't that a pastry?  (which makes me love it even more!)  ;)

SheilaRuth: Mistycreek(Q) For All Erins: My friend and I made up this idea that Hawkfrost would fall in love with Ivypaw and then he would be reincarnated (at the work of Tigerstar) so he would be alive again (not for Ivypaw, but to be like Tigerstar's puppet kind of thing). Would this ever happen and is it a good idea?

CherithBaldry: It's an excellent idea, but you'd have to ask Vicky if it's possible.

VickyHolmes: It's an interesting idea, being in love with a cat from Starclan. My best friend died when I was 23 - is she still my best friend? Hmmm. I do still miss her.

 VickyHolmes: Rockstar, she took her own life, sadly. But she left me her beautiful son, Joshua, who is now 18 and turning into a fabulous young man <proud mom>

SheilaRuth: Spottedflame(Q) To All: Is there a character that you've ever regretted killing, like that their role wasn't quite finished.

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Excellent question! And the answer is yes, there have been times when I’ve found it tough to decide to finish a cat’s life in the Clans because I could have got more stories out of them. Ashfur was one! But I know they’ll still exist in StarClan/Dark Forest so I can use them if I need to. And if I feel shock and disappointment that a cat has died, then I know I can shock the readers in a similar way, which is GOOD.

VickyHolmes: I like the name Swiftclaws, Stoneclaw! Sounds like my super-fast typing fingers!

Flametail von Karma: Why didn't StarClan do anything when SkyClan got driven out? I would think they would be pretty upset to see one of their beloved five Clans leaving without any of the other four doing a thing to stop them. (question from Lakestorm)

CherithBaldry: I think they were upset. But it's not Starclan's way to intervene directly.

Silverleaf ocp: What happens if a medicine cat dies and they have no apprentice? who becomes the new medicine cat?

CherithBaldry: I assume they get a sign from StarClan. It would be a bit like the way that Echosong becomes med cat in Firestar's Quest. She gets dreams, and then some teaching from Sandstorm, and then Fawnstep who was the Ancient SkyClan med cat promises to teach her.

Tui Sutherland: I really like Shadowmoon, actually, but Nightwhisker is cool too!

Flametail von Karma: If you could rewrite the series, would you change any of the consistency problems? If so, what? (question from Lakestorm)

KateCary: No. I'm rather fond of the inconsistencies.

Oakfeather: Will Graystripe ever become deputy again?

VickyHolmes: I doubt it - unless something dreadful happens to Brambleclaw. Which is NOT a plot hint, btw!

Oakfeather: Why didn't Leafstar change the names of Harveymoon, Snookpaw, Billystorm, and Macgyver? Its kinda strange. And also "moon" is not supposed to be used I thought.

CherithBaldry: I think they wanted to keep their own names, or a version of them. I don’t suppose Leafstar knows that 'moon' isn’t used by the forest Clans.

Silverleaf ocp: What happens if a medicine cat dies and they have no apprentice? who becomes the new medicine cat?

VickyHolmes: Medicine cats from the other Clans will appoint a new one, guided by StarClan.

SheilaRuth: Firefoot(Q) To All: Can you give us a hint as to how Firestar will die? If he does die, who will be leader?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Er, can I just say no and not telling?  Gosh I am SO MEAN!

SheilaRuth: Boldclaw2(Q) Why does it seem like most litters have two kits each? I mean, Leaf/Squirrel, Bramble/Tawny, Cinder/Bracken, etc. The list goes on and on! There haven't been any 5-kit litters (that I know of) and the occasional 1, 3, or 4 kit litters.

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) I’m trying to be realistic, because feral cats do have smaller litters than domestic cats, simply due to poorer diet and harsher living conditions. Also I don’t want to overload the cast lists with dozens of new cats at the same time!

Amberminnow: Wll we see any new kits in Night Whispers, or maybe Sign of the Moon, I love when new kits are introduced--maybe Mousewhisker will become a father?

CherithBaldry: There are some kits in SotM, but maybe not ones you would imagine!

SheilaRuth: Mistycreek(Q) For All Erins: My friend and I made up this idea that Hawkfrost would fall in love with Ivypaw and then he would be reincarnated (at the work of Tigerstar) so he would be alive again (not for Ivypaw, but to be like Tigerstar's puppet kind of thing). Would this ever happen and is it a good idea?

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Whoa! That’s quite an idea! Awesome imagination, but alas I don’t think it will appear in the books, sorry.

VickyHolmes: Jjk8, I am still full of peanut M&ms so I can Resist your chocolate, hooray! And Firestar's death will reamin a secret!

SheilaRuth: Rockstar(Q) To all: Why are Shredtail and Snowtuft training with Dark Forest cats? As far as I can remember, they don't have any reason to hate Firestar, or the Three.

CherithBaldry: They don’t necessarily have to. But there must have been some darkness in their life that sent them into the Dark Forest.

Tui Sutherland: I saw the favorite villain question a while ago...i kind of like Hawkfrost myself, because he seemed so complicated.  What about you guys, who's Your favorite villain?  :)

SheilaRuth: insaneular(Q) To all: A friend of mine noticed that in many major couples, one of the cats is named after an animal while another is named after a plant (examples; Brambleclaw and Squirrelflight, Leafpool and Crowfeather), is this on purpose? Also, is it true that cats named after plants are usually red herrings while cats named after animals are the 'real deal'? (Like Hollyleaf not being part of the Three, but Dovepaw instead)

SheilaRuth: (From Vicky) Oh my goodness, I think this is a theory too far, because I haven’t done any of this deliberately! I’m very impressed by the attention to detail, though.

VickyHolmes: Shadowmoon, I like Shredtail because it suggests some serious damage has been done to his poor little tail.

KateCary: I imagine Shredtail to have a kinda tail-spray - like a handful of spaghetti

VickyHolmes: Leopardstar and Goldenflower both loved Tigerstar!

VickyHolmes: Thistleclaw was Tigerstar's mentor.

VickyHolmes: Flametail, bad boys are always the most popular!

Tui Sutherland: Ooo, Leopardstar...i forgot, I really liked her, too!  Although I thought she let Tigerstar push her around too much.  Be more evil, Leopardstar!  ;)

SheilaRuth: Rosesong(Q) To Vicky, Kate, Cherith, and Tui: Are there any plans to bring Sol back into the series? It kind of seemed as though his role wasn't quite finished.

CherithBaldry: I believe there are. I hope so. He's another great character to write.

Oakfeather: What happened to Applefur's other sibling?

VickyHolmes: I think he must have died quietly.

Sandstar1051.: To Vicky: Is Ivypaw truly evil?

VickyHolmes: Wait and see!

Bluewing: Will we see more of the Tribe of rushing water? ( If this has already been clarified, pardon me, I haven't read the books in a while.)

VickyHolmes: Definitely! They feature a lot in Sign of the Moon (OTS4).

Streamflow: When do Dove and Ivy get their warrior names?

VickyHolmes: OTS4 (I think).

Tui Sutherland: I agree, we do need more she-villains!  :)

Lightstreak Rx: To anyone: Did you ever cry or get a little teary while writing certain scenes? If so, what were they? :D

VickyHolmes: Nope! Heart of stone, that's me! But when I read the first draft, I do get moved. Kate's description of Mosskit's death was pretty heart-rending!

CherithBaldry: Yes Ots4

VickyHolmes: Yes, Russetfur is now an ex-cat.

KateCary: I think Sandstorm could turn evil quite easily - she's a tough cookie

CherithBaldry: I cry sometimes. Feathertail's death (again) and Skywatcher's.

Rowanoak23: To Vicky: Why did you create the concept of StarClan warriors fading away? It sounds like a dying again in the after-life and is a little... disconcerting I guess. Maybe even a little scary.

VickyHolmes: Because I wanted to distinguish between old, old StarClan cats and those who arrived more recently. Also, if a cat is forgotten, does their spirit still exist? I agree that it's unsettling, but also rather beautiful, fading away like an autumn leaf.

Tui Sutherland: Wow, what would make Sandstorm evil?  She'd have to have something push her way over the edge!  But I think Firestar or her kits would keep her good...magicyop, that's a funny image of her, though!

Squirrelflighty: Will Ferncloud return to being a warrior? She's pretty useless just providing kits

VickyHolmes: She's not useless! She's a great mom, and very helpful to other queens, just like Daisy. Cats need midwives and childcare experts too!

KateCary: I think if something threatened Firestar or her kits, Sandstorm would go to any lengths to protect them - even if it meant turning Evil!

Tui Sutherland: True, Kate!  :)

CherithBaldry: Ferncloud is great! I love her and Dustpelt together. He's so tough, but she can twist him round her paw.

Tui Sutherland: Yeah, I have to say I think having kits is as tough as being a warrior...and I only have one!

Tui Sutherland: So props to Ferncloud!  :)

-Clovercloud-: How did you all meet, and how did you decide to write an awesome book series?

VickyHolmes: Warriors was my idea, I enlisted Kate's help because I knew she loved cats and was a fabulous writer, then I asked Cherith to join in for Book Three. I worked as an editor with both Kate and Cherith so I knew them professionally. Tui was the first Warriors editor at HarperCollins (so I sent the first scripts to her), and when she left HarperCollins to write fulltime, I snapped her up for Secrets of the Clans and then Seekers because she's awesome!

Lilacheart: Did you ever dream about becoming an author when you were younger? Or did it just sort of become something you did and enjoyed over time?

KateCary: It was always my plan. I also planned to take over the world. Look out world.

Lakestorm Wright: Why were Whitewing and Spiderleg made warriors after Squirrelflight? They'd been training for around eight moons when Midnight opens (because they were made apprentices about the same time Squirrelflight was born, and Squirrelflight was said to be eight moons old when Midnight opens); technically they should have been warriors even before Midnight began!

VickyHolmes: Maybe they didn't pass their first assessments? Or got held up by injury?

Lilacheart: Did you ever dream about becoming an author when you were younger? Or did it just sort of become something you did and enjoyed over time?

CherithBaldry: Yes, it was always my dream.

Tui Sutherland: In some ways, I think so, Nettlepaw!  :)

Tui Sutherland: I watch Vampire Diaries!  I love it!  :)

Amberminnow: I think this might have been covered long ago, but I have to ask, is there any possibility that Hawkfrost was ever in love with a she-cat/had kits with her?

VickyHolmes: I don't think there are any little Hawkfrosts running around, no.

-Clovercloud-: How did you all meet, and how did you decide to write an awesome book series?

CherithBaldry: It was Vicky's idea, and she asked Kate and me to write it. Tui edited the first Warriors books, then became an Erin for Seekers.

KateCary: Has anyone here read my cvampire novel - Bloodline?

KateCary: not a cvampire novel

KateCary: just plain vampires

Firefoot: To Vicky: Is it true that you met a girl name Ivy Poole, and thats why Ivypaw's warrior name will be Ivypool, and because she was so nice, Ivypaw won't be evil?

VickyHolmes: Ivy Poole is the daughter of a good friend of mine. She is a beautiful little girl, but that doesn't mean Ivypaw has to be perfect!

SheilaRuth: Kate, I haven't read it, but I think some here have. We were just talking about it earlier today in the chat room.

Tui Sutherland: I have to admit I haven't read the Vdiaries books, but I love the show.

Boldclaw2: To all: You say the tribe comes back, but doesn't it seem odd to go and help them so much?

VickyHolmes: Some Clan cats definitely think it's odd, yes! But there are good reasons for going back to the mountains, not just to help the Tribe but to discover secrets about the Clans, too.

KateCary: hurray! It was such fun to write. Really vampy!

sunbeam: who are the modern thunderclan cats who descended from Cloudstar's kits?

VickyHolmes: Tigerstar and Spottedleaf!

VickyHolmes: Redfeather, well, squirrels don't fly either, but Squirrelflight is a good name!

KateCary: Vicky, flying squirrels fly

KateCary: :)

Mistycreek: Will Briarlight die or get a major part? I love her -- and I hope she doesn't die!

VickyHolmes: Briarlight isn't a central character, but she's very precious to me so she's going to stay around for a while.

Lightstreak Rx: What would happen if a leader didn't want the responsibilities of being a leader anymore? Would StarClan rip most of their lives away, or would the leader have to deal with it?

CherithBaldry: Pinestar retired, if you remember, but it shocked his Clan deeply.

Lilacheart: Did you ever dream about becoming an author when you were younger? Or did it just sort of become something you did and enjoyed over time?

Tui Sutherland: Yes, I wrote stories all the time when I was a kid, and I keep finding essays I wrote about how I'd become an author when I grew up (that or an astronaut...or both!)  :)

KateCary: Don't tell the squirrels they're not actually flying, they drop like stones if they realize

Nettlepaw: What's the one question you wish somebody would ask you, and what would the answer be?

VickyHolmes: "How can you be so gorgeous as well as so talented?" Hee hee, not really. I think all the questions in the world have been answered - and I love being surprised when new questions pop up.

Mistyleaf10564: What's your favorive Warrior/

CherithBaldry: I love them all! I've a soft spot for Dustpelt, and I adore Purdy with the fiery passion of a thousand suns.

Slickfeather: What is your favorite book cover in the warriors series? (to Kate, from Slickfeather)

KateCary: The Sight - I like the shade of purpley blue :)

Lightstreak Rx: What would happen if a leader didn't want the responsibilities of being a leader anymore? Would StarClan rip most of their lives away, or would the leader have to deal with it?

VickyHolmes: A  leader can leave, and renounce their remaining lives (apart from one - they don't have to die on the spot!).

Nettlepaw: What's the one question you wish somebody would ask you, and what would the answer be?

CherithBaldry: Will you write some more Erin Hunter books? (Actually Vicky asked me this just recently. My answer was YES!

Nettlepaw: What's the one question you wish somebody would ask you, and what would the answer be?

KateCary: "Would you like me to make you a cup of tea?"

Tui Sutherland: Boldclaw, you should do it!  Then we can say we know an astronaut!  :)  Plus you'd get to go into space...i think that would be the coolest thing!

Mistyleaf10564: What's your favorive Warrior/

VickyHolmes: Ravenpaw, Cinderpelt and Jayfeather (to write about, because he says exactly what's on his mind)

Flametail von Karma: Just out of curiousity, has any of you ever heard of National Novel Writing Month, also known as NaNoWriMo (which is, by the way, international xD)? The goal is to begin and write fifty thousand words of a novel during the month of November. It's great fun, and I've participated in it for two years--and last year I actually reached word goal!

CherithBaldry: Yes, and last year I wrote a pep talk for the young adult section. I think it's a great idea to get people writing.

Flametail von Karma: Just out of curiousity, has any of you ever heard of National Novel Writing Month, also known as NaNoWriMo (which is, by the way, international xD)? The goal is to begin and write fifty thousand words of a novel during the month of November. It's great fun, and I've participated in it for two years--and last year I actually reached word goal!

VickyHolmes: Yes indeed - last year we all submitted tips and articles, so we got really involved and it was a lot of fun. Well done for reaching your word goal!

KateCary: First one to make it to my desk with a steaming hot cuppa gets my last liquorice allsort (do I need to translate that into Americanese?)

Squirrelflighty: Can you try and get Warriors merch? Like cups and clothes or plushies?

VickyHolmes: Alas there is no merchandise yet. There would probably have to be a movie first.

Slickfeather: To Tui, do you like writing Seekers more than Warriors or vice-versa? From Slickfeather!

Tui Sutherland: Hmm, well, I will say writing Seekers is a bit less stressful because there are so many fewer characters to keep track of!  I don't have to worry so much about making big mistakes or doing something that will make a million Warriors fans mad.  ;) 

VickyHolmes: Riverstripe, no Ravenpaw is technically not a warrior. But that doesn't mean he's not a fabulous cat!

 

SheilaRuth: We don't need anyone else to ask if Hollyleaf is really dead. It's clear that Vicky isn't going to answer it. Lol.

KateCary: Lol untranslateable. I was just teasing. :)

CherithBaldry: lol, Tui! So true.

Squirrelflighty: Can Sandstorm have another litter of kits, then? It would be sweet to see Sandstorm soften up a bit again - she doesn't seem to do much!

VickyHolmes: In theory she could, but she feels a bit old now!

KateCary: Vicky - is Leafpool really dead?

Boldclaw2: Is Sandstorm mad at Leafpool for choosing to mate with Crowfeather?

VickyHolmes: Yes, she probably is. Then again, moms NEVER like who their daughters or sons date! Although luckily my mom gets on very well with my husband :)

VickyHolmes: Kate, stop asking me! Every day, same old questions... :)

Silverleaf ocp: Who is the new ShadowClan deputy going to be?

VickyHolmes: Rowanclaw. It's his reward for changing gender halfway through the series!

JJK8: What is your favorite mate matchup

KateCary: Graystripe and Silverstream. Boohoo!

JJK8: What is your favorite mate matchup

CherithBaldry: Ferncloud and Dustpelt, with Squirrelflight and Brambleclaw very close behind.

insaneular: Just how many cats are in the Dark Forest? What I mean is, are there even close to as many as are in StarClan?

KateCary: 531

KateCary: Ok, I made that up

VickyHolmes: Oh no! Someone seems to have started a rumour that Leafpool is dead! That'll be all over the internet by tomorrow morning...

SheilaRuth: I think it's 532!

Tui Sutherland: My favorite matchup is Sorreltail/brackenfur...yeah, I'm afraid I like happy relationships!  :)

Muffins: What does Crowfeather REALLY think about his Thunderclan kits?

CherithBaldry: I think he'd like to be more involved in their lives, but he can't, so he gets really bitter. I really like crowfeather; I'm so sorry Fate (whose name is Vicky) dealt him such a poor hand.

VickyHolmes: Bye Coal! Thanks for joining in!

KateCary: There's a simple equation to work out how many cats there are in the Dark Forest - it's Thunderclan x 4 divided by Starclan plus Rverclan, minus Shadowclan over 3 plus 12

 

insaneular: Just how many cats are in the Dark Forest? What I mean is, are there even close to as many as are in StarClan?

CherithBaldry: No - that would mean half the cats had been really evil, and we know that's not true.

VickyHolmes: Lots of you are asking about Series Five (yay!). I can't tell you much, I'm afraid, but it will be a  little bit different and Totally Fabulous! Promise...

Streamflow: Have you read Harry Potter?

CherithBaldry: Yes, I liked it a lot

Muffins: What does Crowfeather REALLY think about his Thunderclan kits?

KateCary: I WISH I KNEW. I MEAN - IS HE REALLY THAT HEARTLESS?

CherithBaldry: lol

Squirrelflighty: What's your least-favorite book cover?

Tui Sutherland: Ooo, I've never seen this question before!  Honestly, probably the very first book, Into the Wild...I liked it at the time, but I feel like the covers have gotten SO much cooler since then!  (and Wayne has to be the world's most expert cat artist by now!)  :)

Lunarstar911: I heard there was going to be a 5th series (yaaaay!) One thing though- I never found out it's name. Would you clarify that for me?

VickyHolmes: It doesn't have a name yet. It's still barely a twinkle in my eye!

JJK8: What is your favorite mate matchup

VickyHolmes: I did love Leafpool and Crowfeather's romance because of the DOOM. And the BADGERS. Also Bluestar and Oakheart for the same reason (except no badgers).

Streamflow: Have you read Harry Potter?

KateCary: Yep! Fabulous!

KateCary: Doom and badgers go together so well, Vicky! Can we start a new series called the Doombadgers?

Lilacheart: Did you ever dream about becoming an author when you were younger? Or did it just sort of become something you did and enjoyed over time?

VickyHolmes: I was always good at writing stories but I never thought I'd do this for a living one day. Be careful what you wish for - it might come true!

Slickfeather: To anyone of the Erin Hunters who know the answer- Who is the leader of StarClan? From, Slickfeather

VickyHolmes: StarClan has no leader.

Goldenpelt: Are we allowed to know Cherrykit and Molekit's mentors yet?

VickyHolmes: Do they have mentors yet? I don't think so...

CherithBaldry: I like it!

Tui Sutherland: Which cover do you guys like best?  And which one is your least favorite?  (now I'm totally curious!)  :)

Mistyleaf10564: If you do, would you rather have an animated Warriors movie, or real cats? Mistyleaf

KateCary: Manga style animation! Like "Spirited Away"

sunbeam: How did berrynose go from fun-loving apprentice to mouse-brained dunderhead?

CherithBaldry: He just got a bit too full of himself when he was made a warrior.

Mistycreek: Do you ever read the Official warriors and seekers message boards? If so, when are you going to answer questions in the "Ask Erin" section?

VickyHolmes: Every so often the messageboard administrators send me a list of questions to respond to, but I'm afraid I don't have time to take part in the forums regularly. Sorry.

Tui Sutherland: Oooo, yes, Kate!  Spirited Away is the best movie!  :)  I'd love to see Warriors in that style!  :)

KateCary: I know, Tui. How awesome it would be! :)

Tui Sutherland: I love everything Miyazaki does, too!

Tui Sutherland: Howl's Moving Castle = awesome (also the Greatest book!)

Flametail von Karma: Who are some of your favorite minor characters? Personally, I like Rowanclaw a lot, but that's probably just because I wrote a (crazy) fanfic about him and his... gender issues. xD

CherithBaldry: <snigger> I like Mistystar, and I wish we could see more of her.

Mistycreek: Did you get your Fresian Horse (it was in the Author Tracker Email)?

VickyHolmes: Well remembered, Mistycreek! Not yet, but I've begun the search. There's a young horse named Falco currently for sale which I have my eye on. He's beautiful! But we need to move house first so I can keep him close by. It's going to be a busy year!

Flametail von Karma: Who are some of your favorite minor characters? Personally, I like Rowanclaw a lot, but that's probably just because I wrote a (crazy) fanfic about him and his... gender issues. xD

KateCary: LOL! gender issues. Love it.

Mistyleaf10564: If you do, would you rather have an animated Warriors movie, or real cats? Mistyleaf

CherithBaldry: I'd just settle for any movie, but cgi would be most likely, I think. Imagine trying to direct real cats on set!

Spottedflame: To Vicky(or anyone who knows): About how many words does each Warriors book have?

VickyHolmes: 70-80,000, and up to 120,000 for the Super Editions.

Bluewing: People keep on saying that Tigerstar and Ivy (Or hawk whoever) are going to have somesort of a love relationship. Wouldn't that be a little creepy? he's been around since before firestar was born and that's a looong time ago!

CherithBaldry: That would be exrtremely creepy.

Flametail von Karma: Who are some of your favorite minor characters? Personally, I like Rowanclaw a lot, but that's probably just because I wrote a (crazy) fanfic about him and his... gender issues. xD

VickyHolmes: I love Rowanclaw too! And Brackenfur is my secret crush :)

Boldclaw2: To all: Why did you skip seasons between the first second and third series, but only about 2-4 between the 3rd and 4th?

VickyHolmes: Because the first series ended crisply and cleanly, while the second, third and fourth series ran into each other more closely.

SheilaRuth: Mistycreek: I'm not sending your question about Skyclan's Destiny, sorry. We generally allow spoilers in the chat, but that book is just too new and I don't want to give away the end.

Flametail von Karma: Who are some of your favorite minor characters? Personally, I like Rowanclaw a lot, but that's probably just because I wrote a (crazy) fanfic about him and his... gender issues. xD

Tui Sutherland: Brackenfur ftw!  I also love most of the cats back when they were kits, before they get troubled and complicated.  ;)

Slickfeather: For Vicky. Are you planning on making the Seekers more Dramatic? From, Slickfeather

VickyHolmes: More dramatic?! How could it get more dramatic?!

sunbeam: How old is Purdy? Is he immortal?

CherithBaldry: Ooh, I hope so!

Amberminnow: Will Heathertail ever find love again?

VickyHolmes: I hope so, although I must confess that I haven't given it a great deal of thought.

Rosesong: Can we know Dovepaw and Ivypaw's warrior names?

VickyHolmes: Yes you can! When you read that particular book in the series... :)

sunbeam: How old is Purdy? Is he immortal?

KateCary: He's died and been stuffed but he just keeps on talking

SheilaRuth: Lol Kate

sunbeam: Why isn't whitestorm more involved in StarClan?

VickyHolmes: I think he's enjoying the peace and quiet! But he does pop up a bit more regularly now.

Squirrelflighty: Do you think Tawnypelt is a bit jealous of her mate? It seems that she was hoping to become deputy, and perhaps leader, especially in the scene where she rejected Tigerstar's help.

CherithBaldry: No, I think what she always wanted was to be a loyal Clan warrior. This is why she went to ShadowClan in the first place, because she didn;t think she would ever be trusted in ThunderClan.

Rosesong: Is it possible that Brambleclaw won't be the next leader?

VickyHolmes: Anything is possible!

Boldclaw2: To all: Will we ever hear from Princess again?

VickyHolmes: Probably not. Our cats won't travel back to the old forest, and Princess would never make the long journey to the lake. I think she's well and happy with her housefolk, though.

Lightstreak Rx: Are there any scenes/quotes in Warriors that are based off certain songs/tv shows/movies?

VickyHolmes: Yes, there are quotes from Rambo and Gladiator in two of the books!

Skywing: Do you ever regret choosing writing as your career path?

VickyHolmes: When I can't think of what happens next in a storyline, then yes. But it doesn't last long!

Lunarstar911: This is a bit of a dumb question, but bear with me. What have you thiught the Warriors 'theme song' is?

KateCary: When I sit down to write, I'm usually humming the Meow-Mix song but I don't think it entirely captures he Warriors' world

VickyHolmes: Rockstar, it's only a couple of words, and not a direct quote. Yes, Flametail, that's it!

sunbeam: who was older, russetfur or blackstar? What would be a reason to appoint a deputy older than you?

CherithBaldry: I don’t know which was older; I'd imagined they were much the same age. Firestar appointed Whitestorm as deputy, remember, thought Whitestorm was much older, because he was the best cat for the job.

Sandstar1051.: To all: Have you ever seen the warriors animations on Youtube?

VickyHolmes: Some of them, yes. There are beyond awesome. AlliKatNya's are my absolute favourite. She's VERY gifted.

VickyHolmes: Good choice, Nettlepaw! I think the movie soundtrack from Gladiator fits pretty well, too. I listen to that when writing fight scenes!

SheilaRuth: Bye Losty!

sunbeam: Whick series was your favorite to write, and which one would you make into a movie?

CherithBaldry: I;ve enjoyed all the series, but I think that Series 1 would make two excellent movies, Books 1-3 and then 4-6. There's a natural break at the end of Book 3.

sunbeam: What exactly was the purpose of Hatty, Firestar's twoleg's replace of him?

VickyHolmes: The editors at HarperCollins were worried that Firestar's housefolk would be sad without their kitty, so they asked me to create a replacement!

Firefoot: Did Firestar ever show Princess Squirrelkit and Leafkit?

VickyHolmes: I think he probably did, yes, even though we didn't see it happen.

Lunarstar911: This is a bit of a dumb question, but bear with me. What have you thiught the Warriors 'theme song' is?

Tui Sutherland: That's a great question!  I wish I had a great answer...I've had "Lost" by Anouk in my head lately (because it was on So You Think You Can Dance) and that has kind of a cool sad-pretty quality that would work for some of the cat relationships, I think.  :)  But it wouldn't fit the fight scenes at all...I'd have to think about that!  :)

Skywing: Do you ever regret choosing writing as your career path?

CherithBaldry: Not in the least.

Mistyleaf10564: Do you know Firestar's mother, or do you not know?;D

VickyHolmes: We don't know who she is, no. But we do know who his dad is!

SheilaRuth: We've had lots of Warriors questions but not many Seekers questions. Does anyone have any Seekers questions?

Skywing: Do you ever regret choosing writing as your career path?

Tui Sutherland: Not at all -- best job ever!  :)

Bluewing: Have you ever thought about writing something other than warriors?

CherithBaldry: I do write other things – I’ve written three adult novels and some children's books under my own name, and also worked on other series for Working Partners.

Amberminnow: Tigerheart and Flametail appear to be playing bigger roles in Omen of the Stars, will we see more of Dawnpelt also?

VickyHolmes: We will see more of her, especially in Night Whispers, but she isn't as central as Tigerheart and Flametail.

Bluewing: Have you ever thought about writing something other than warriors?

VickyHolmes: I've written three books under my own name (about horses) and I have created several other series under different author names. Warriors and Seekers take up most of my time now, though!

Mistycreek: Will Kallik, Lusa, and Toklo be featured in the second Seekers series?

CherithBaldry: Yes

VickyHolmes: Mistycreek, the titles are Rider In The Dark, The Horse From The Sea, and Heart Of Fire.

Lakestorm Wright: Which do you like better, Warriors or Seekers?

VickyHolmes: I love them both for different reasons!

Lakestorm Wright: Which do you like better, Warriors or Seekers?

CherithBaldry: I like Warriors better because I love cats so much and also because that world is so familiar to me now. But I really like Seekers and it's made me learn a lot about bears and realize what awesome animals they are.

Bluewing: Have you ever thought about writing something other than warriors?

Tui Sutherland: I've been lucky enough to write lots of other things -- my favorite things I've written (besides Seekers!) are the Avatars trilogy, the Pet Trouble books, and the vampire book that came out last year under my "Tamara Summers" name -- that was Never Bite a Boy on the First Date.  I have a million more ideas, though, so I hope I get to keep writing for a really long time!  :)

VickyHolmes: No Sunbeam, the horse books are individual stories featuring different characters and settings, so you can read them in any order.

Rowanoak23: To any: Have other cats joined the Clans before Rusty/Firestar?

VickyHolmes: Excellent question! I think the answer must be yes.

Streamflow: Here's a Seekers question: Is one of the bears really going to die? If so, who?

VickyHolmes: I can't answer this without giving too much away, sorry! But I suspect it's not who you think...

insaneular: you said there would be a ShadowClan point of view in Night Whispers... any chance you could tell us who? ;)

VickyHolmes: It's Flametail!

Flametail von Karma: Can you say anything regarding the second Seekers series?

VickyHolmes: Yes, it will feature BEARS! And ice and adventures and maybe getting lost underground...

Bluewing: Do you thing that Tigerstar is truly evil or is he just overly messed up because of his strange childhood or is he just really misunderstood?

CherithBaldry: I think he's pretty evil, though we can see why he turned out like that.

Lunarstar911: On a scale of one to ten, how much do you like writing deaths? (:p) Ten being 'fdskfksd love it' and one being 'i hate it >:U'

VickyHolmes: Ten every time!

Sandstar1051.: Who is your favorite Leader?

VickyHolmes: Tigerstar!

sunbeam: To tui: did toklo's brother have a specific disease?

Tui Sutherland: Not that I know of...maybe Vicky knows?  But I think he was just very weak, and it's tough being a weak little cub in a world where it's so hard to find food in the first place...poor little bear!

SheilaRuth: Lol. I knew Vicky would answer the deaths question that way!

MeganSimas: In Seekers, what made you actually write it? It was a big hit warriors, but what made you all do seekers as well? Will you ever do another animal stories in the future too?

CherithBaldry: Well, I did Seekers because Vicky asked me. And it's quite possible that Erin Hunter will do other animals in the future.

MeganSimas: In Seekers, what made you actually write it? It was a big hit warriors, but what made you all do seekers as well? Will you ever do another animal stories in the future too?

VickyHolmes: HarperCollins asked me to create another series about a different animal, and I asked if we could do bears because they are so totally different from cats. They are truly wild, independent, fierce, and only preyed upon by humans.

Bluewing: Do you thing that Tigerstar is truly evil or is he just overly messed up because of his strange childhood or is he just really misunderstood?

VickyHolmes: I don't think he's misunderstood - that's being a bit too generous, as he's clearly ambitious to the point of murder! He was guided down a dark path by his mentor, Thistleclaw, but he also had a streak of ruthlessness in his nature that allowed him to follow evil pawsteps. So a combination of both, I think!

Tui Sutherland: Llamas would be a hilarious series!  They're so cranky!  Cheetahs would be really awesome, though!  Aw, and I Love snow leopards!  That might be too muh like cats, but they're so beautiful.

Amberminnow: As far as forbidden romances go we've seen warrior and warrior, medicine cat and warrior, but will we ever see a forbidden relationship between two medicine cats?

VickyHolmes: Ooh, quite possibly!

Sandstar1051.: Who is your favorite Leader?

CherithBaldry: Apart from Firestar, Cloudstar of Ancient SkyClan, because of the way he led his Clan through such a terrible time. And then came back to tell Firestar to revive his Clan. I'm so pleased that he was reunited with Birdflight - now there's a scene that made me go all teary.

Mistycreek: Would you ever do a Erin Hunter horse series or dog series?

VickyHolmes: Maybe, although I'm happy to focus on cats and bears right now!

SheilaRuth: I don't know, Daysi. We've had 476 questions, although some of those are duplicates and stuff accidentally typed in the ask box. I have no way to know if your questions were answered until I do the transcript. Sorry!

Skywing: Are you ever offended by people who degrade and belittle your hard, amazing work?

CherithBaldry: Sometimes. Especially people who think books for young people are easy to write. Hah!

Skywing: Are you ever offended by people who degrade and belittle your hard, amazing work?

VickyHolmes: Not offended, because everyone can have an opinion and I would never say that Warriors is THE best series ever. And we do make mistakes, I can't deny that. The only thing that irks me is when people dismiss the books without reading them.

Boldclaw2: To all: Will there ever be a super edition about Princess/Firestar's early early life?

VickyHolmes: I don't think so. Firestar was only six moons old when he joined ThunderClan so I don't think there would be much to write about!

Skywing: Would you ever consider bringing in a Savannah? (if you don't know, a savannah is a half domestic half wild breed that's somewhat large and fierce.) I think it would make a great addition to the story, especially if she was a little Mary Sue with a bad past/life.

VickyHolmes: Fabulous idea! Definitely worth considering. :)

VickyHolmes: Lunarstar, I haven't read Twilight so I can't comment, except to say that Stephenie Meyer has done an amazing job of capturing the imagination!

Lunarstar911: On a scale of one to ten, how much do you like writing deaths? (:p) Ten being 'fdskfksd love it' and one being 'i hate it >:U'

CherithBaldry: About eight. I feel sorry for the character, but they are always strong scenes to write.

SheilaRuth: Kate can't get back in, and she asked me to say her goodbyes. She said she really enjoyed it, and thinks it was "one of the funniest, friendliest chats so far."

Skywing: Are you ever offended by people who degrade and belittle your hard, amazing work?

Tui Sutherland: I try really hard to avoid those people!  Which is harder to do online, but for the most part everyone is so nice that it makes up for the grumpy ones.  I agree that people who thinks "children's books" are easier to write (or unimportant!) are crazy, though -- that's my least favorite attitude! 

JJK8: I've seen a little more vocabulary in warriors, can you tell me why?

VickyHolmes: Do you mean we're using a wider range of words? Well, we never dumb down our language, so perhaps we just getting confident with using more vocabulary because we know how smart you guys are?

Mistyleaf10564: Have any of you guys watched Firestar doesn't like waffles or seen SSS warrior animations because they are really good/funny!

VickyHolmes: I have, and I love them both! The waffles animation makes me laugh every time, and SSS is amazing with its attention to detail and characterisation.

CherithBaldry: I read children's books too, and like Sheila I just don;t care. I enjoy them and that's that.

VickyHolmes: Braveheart, if your bookstore cashier doesn't know that Warriors is suitable for all ages, they should get a different job!

Mistyleaf10564: Have any of you guys watched Firestar doesn't like waffles or seen SSS warrior animations because they are really good/funny

CherithBaldry: I don;t know these. Vicky, could you please email me a link when you have a minute?

VickyHolmes: It's been an awesome chat, guys, but I'm going to bow out now. Too much gardening today has left me weary! Thanks for all the brilliant questions!

SheilaRuth: Thanks so much for coming!

Tui Sutherland: Come visit me, Vicky!  Jonah wants to meet you!  :)

VickyHolmes: You are All delicious! Even when you ask me tricky questions... Lots of hugs to all of you, including Tui and Cherith, my lovely co-writers!

CherithBaldry: Children's books have really strong stories whereas some adult novels seem to have forgotten that.

CherithBaldry: Bye Vicky. Speak to you soon.

VickyHolmes: Tui, I am saving for my Boston trip already! I have to see Jonah before he gets too big for scoochy hugs.

VickyHolmes: hey, the first moo boo of the night! Thanks, Rabbitfoot!

VickyHolmes: Sunbeam, it's 2am!

Tui Sutherland: There was a great article in the Ny Times just recently about how awesome children's books are and how everyone loves them now, so yay!

VickyHolmes: Bye Flametail, see you next year! Shadowmoon, I'm in a wayyyy different time zone than you!

CherithBaldry: Ah yes, the purple pen of doom!

VickyHolmes: Whoa, Lunarstar, I won't fit into any of my tour outfits if I eat all that!

VickyHolmes: Skywing, it's an honour to be able to come here and chat to you, too. Thank you! Thank you!

Squirrelflighty: Get some sleep, Vicky ^^;

CherithBaldry: Sorry, no chance! Vicky is unshuttupable.

Squirrelflighty: She'll just kill a pretty little she-cat

VickyHolmes: Off to bed for me, hooray! I can hear my husband coughing - hope he doesn't keep me awake all night, grrrr.

CherithBaldry: I'd kill for coffee.

SheilaRuth: G'night!

Tui Sutherland: Sunshine sends snuggles to Missy!  :)

CherithBaldry: Goodnight, Vicky. Dream of more awesome stuff for your cats to do.

CherithBaldry: Thanks Bluewing.

VickyHolmes: *wriggles free of chains* Aha! I'm too slippery to pin down! Missy would hug Sunshine back if she were awake, Tui!

Tui Sutherland: I probably need to go to bed soon, too...i know it's only 9:20 here, but the baby got up at 5:30am today.  Not cool, baby!  :)  He hasn't quite figured out that I'm not a morning person yet.  ;)

SheilaRuth: The site crashed and Magicyop couldn't get back in. That's probably why Kate couldn't get back in either.

SheilaRuth: Tui, you'd better go and get some sleep! I know how exhausting babies are!

Tui Sutherland: But tomorrow I get to sleep in while my husband hangs out with Jonah-bear -- yay!  Such an exciting plan!  :)

CherithBaldry: Thank you Stoneclaw.

Tui Sutherland: But tomorrow I get to sleep in while my husband hangs out with Jonah-bear -- yay!  Such an exciting plan!  :)

CherithBaldry: I must go too. I'm on duty in Church tomorrow. I have to be there in seven hours' time.

SheilaRuth: Tui, have you read Skyclan's Destiny? You probably have some sympathy for poor Fallowfern now.

Tui Sutherland: Thanks so much you guys!  This was really really fun!  (sunbeam, I would go to Dunkin Donuts every day if I could!  But then I'd always be the size I was when I was 9 months pregnant, and that was no fun!)  ;)

Squirrelflighty: Thank you for coming!

SheilaRuth: Thanks so much to both of you for coming!

Tui Sutherland: Ha ha ha Sheila Ruth!  So true!

Squirrelflighty: We love you guys :) thank you for your time!

Tui Sutherland: *hugs* to all of you guys!  You're the best!  Come join me on Facebook if you can -- I try to answer questions there when I get a chance.  :)

CherithBaldry: I think the questions I haven't answered are the ones that only Vicky knows - and she may not be telling.

SheilaRuth: Goodbye and Goodnight!

SheilaRuth: Yes, Redfeather, it's over. Sorry. All good things must come to an end.

CherithBaldry: Thank you all for being here. It''s an honour and a privilege to talk to you. I never stop being amazed at how much you love Warriors and Seekers.

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