When Andre Norton passed away in 2005 she like so many creative spirits before her left a few unfinished projects in the hands of others. According to long-time Norton friend and fan Paul Goode, Baen Books is considering publishing Gaea's Island, which could be the last fiction by Andre Norton to be published.
Andre collaborated on the project with Erin Lowe (of whom the online Norton fan community has not heard of before). Originally there were going to be three books, and Andre worked on the first two. Erin completed the third book. According to Paul, it appears that the books are being considered for publication as a single volume.
Erin, if you're out there, contact us at SF-Fandom. I'd love to help you promote the book when it is finally published. Even if Baen passes on the project, someone will publish it, I'm sure. I trust Paul's judgement, as will many other Andre fans.
Good luck!
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Hi. It's me, Erin.
ReplyDeleteUnfortunately, word from publishers takes a very long time, however, it is nice to see interest in the book. It has, in fact, been melded together into a single volume, and there is a further sequel in progress.
Thank you for all your kind words. Every day I find myself still shocked to be in this position. Andre Norton was my father's favorite, and I idolized her as long as I can remember. To share a by-line is a dream come true.