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Wish I could make it. I did write a letter, though. Would anyone be willing to read it in my stead?

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Did you post it on your Substack?

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No, but I certainly can.

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Let me know when you do!

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Will do. I guess I should probably go over it again before I do. It’s been weeks since I wrote it, and you know how it is…

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I posted mine and it’s been a week or so since I looked at it. Just post it! You can always edit if you want to later.

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Okay, I did a little tweaking, but it’s posted.

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Have fun everyone!

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I wish these were streamed. :( Have fun guys!

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I'm glad some things are still about Being There, though.

That's not an intentional movie reference but I do love seeing young/ish Shirley MacLaine rolling around on the bed.

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I’ll throw a rock from Edmonton, Alberta.

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It can bounce of the side of my head in Spokane, WA! All readers will be there in spirit <3

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I’ll let you head butte it the rest of the way.

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Deal 😂

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No way, another Edmontonian on Chuck’s substack?!

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Yay Edmonchuck!

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And nobody showup without a rock and say, “My dog ate my rock.”

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Oh doggos and their rock munching!

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I just noticed that the guy hosting it is named Jason Rocksmore. I like to imagine that you're in a bitter feud with him.

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Hahahaha. But Oliver what if they are too sober to get stoned?

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I wanted to, but the baby-she'd be collecting people for her fan club trying to steal Chuck's thunder and pulling on my nipples the whole time screaming MEEK entertaining for others I'm sure. Plus 14 hours of driving. Sigh. I just need to move there, clearly. Have the most fun, all! I'm sure these are going to be incredibly entertaining and cool responses. Thanks for continuing to put on connecting events that make the world feel a little lighter, even if the humor is a lil bit dark baby J knows we need it <3 xoxo

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Dear Shirley,

Big fan. Lottery proposal largely well received in my town. A few logistics questions:

What kind of stone is best? (Weight, shape, color?)

Is there an estimated minimum quantity of stones necessary for a successful event? (I reside in sand country, but plan to make a haul at stone country, worrying about different bulk discounts.)

During the stoning, is it first come first serve, or does everyone get one guaranteed throw? (Children first?)

Looking forward to it,

Randy

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Awesome! I've been painfully whittling down to 600 words, and you did it in 80.

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I posted my “Dear Shirley Jackson” on my Substack if anyone wants to read it. It’s inspired by the man’s Invisible Monsters. Anybody wanna have me read theirs? I’m down.

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So exciting! I will be there and I'm just finishing my story! So fun!

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Chuck is basically the king of rocks. He could name you about 72 different minerals from memory. Imagine if that was his letter? Just a list of stones. Then he hurls them into the crowd. Wish I could see all that live.

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Every day Chuck grows more amazing and legendary.

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Do we throw rocks at you or eachother? Can I throw my rock at myself?

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What do I win if I hit you with a rock?

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Sorry I can't make it. Pet emergency. Have fun. I took all suggestions for my revise, thank you. https://open.substack.com/pub/kellyvardimanclark/p/dear-shirley-jackson-letter-revision?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=25k9d4

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Good wishes, tonight everyone that’s reading!!

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For anyone who was able to attend, would you mind writing an article describing the evening? Chuck's mannequin anecdote is certainly a fun middle-act plot point. Perhaps Chuck is planning on doing so?

Link to my letter: https://open.substack.com/pub/authorryanschneider/p/a-letter-to-shirley-jackson?r=2n06tl&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

My brother was going to come and read it but he was detained at work. (Allegedly.)

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I just put some photos up and I think you would love them, Mr. Palahniuk! @stefaniasallesbruins did a fabulous job! https://candicec.substack.com/p/pictures-from-the-caverns-letters

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