Congratulations to Famous Author Rob Byrnes, whose new novel WHEN THE STARS COME OUT is now available online and from your local chain and independent bookstores. I was privileged to read the manuscript and I’ve just ordered my copy because I look forward to reading it again.
From Publisher’s Weekly: Byrnes… plumbs the depths of variously closeted men in this sly charmer. (C)lever dialogue and an astute rendering of the prices people pay to keep secrets buried add crossover appeal.
Rob also excerpted portions of the novel here and here. Buy and enjoy! And if you’re in NYC or DC, check out the sidebar on FARB’s site for information on signings and readings and really, just a chance to get drunk with FARB. Because who wouldn’t want that?
So maybe I should read The Famous Author Rob Byrnes, since my maiden name was Barnes. My name is actually Shannon Renee Barnes-Lynch.
Anyway, is there a particular book you would recommend to start with his? I don’t want to come in on characters in the middle of their lives and miss out on something.
Hola, Shannon. I can handle this one.
My books essentially stand alone. I suppose that if one read them in chronological order (2002’s THE NIGHT WE MET; 2004’s TRUST FUND BOYS; 2006’s STARS), there are a few inside jokes that would make more sense. But one can easily start with STARS; the characters from book to book — while occasionally intertwined — aren’t really very dependant.
–THE Famous Author Rob Byrnes
Excellent, thank you!!!
Is THE part of your name now? Are you T-FARB? Will you be performing hip hop along with signing your novels?