WELCOME to the All-New, Completely Redesigned, and—with luck—Totally Updated Diana Gabaldon Official Website!
Many, many thanks to the very talented Jeremy Tolbert of Clockpunk Studios (www.clockpunkstudios.com), who did the new design (and guided me through the maze of learning to work with WordPress).
And many thanks to the lovely Rosana Gatti, who designed (more than once {g}) the original Diana Gabaldon website, and has run it for more years than I care to count.
(Thinking especially of longevity these days, as a) it’s my birthday {g}, and b) OUTLANDER (the novel) was published twenty (yes, 2_0) years ago!)
Now, there will be a few spots where I’ll add new material, links, excerpts or whatever as we go on, but I think the new site is essentially complete.
(There will be a link to a Facebook page, for instance, but that’s not quite available yet.
And my blog will now be an integral feature of the website, as well.
I hope you enjoy exploring the new site!
Do please let me know—there’s a place for comments, below, and on other parts of the site—if you see anything that doesn’t work, or have suggestions for things we may not have thought of that you’d like to see.
(And you can use the “Follow” links to talk to me via Twitter, if you’d like.)
Thanks-Diana
Diana, I am 78 years old. I have read A LOT since I was ten, everything from the bible to Harry Potter and everything in between. I never heard of the OUtlander and John Grey books untill this past September. I have now read every one of them and hope I live long enough to read the next Outlander books. By the way could you publish a little faster? All I have between books is golf grandchildren and cats. —Six at last count– Oh by the way I have never written an author untill now. You must be doing something right. My wife and I have been to all the locations you write about inSciotland, England, France and the USA. Keep it up. You are an imensely talented writer. Sincerely Peter Ellis
Many thanks, Peter!
I hope you live long enough for the next books, too. Heck, I hope _I_ live long enough. [g]
–Diana
Osiyo Diana. I have a question, I usually buy your books from Recorded Books and I have been hearing different publishing dates for Written in my Own Heart’s Blood. Select Audio Books told me that you have this latest novel in the Outlander series coming out at the end of this February 2012. Then I talke to Recorded Books and they said next year of January 2013 and plus another one in October 2013. So what is the real release date for your next book? Or do you even know?
But I would like to tell you as many people likley have, how much I have enjoyed your Outlander series and I can’t tell you how many times I have listented to them over the years. I enjoyed The Scottish Prisoner emensely. I listened to The Leaf in the Wind. The one about what happened to Roger’s father and mother.
I do have a little information for you just in case you would be intrested, being a Cherokee myself. I speak some of the language and I think it was in the Firey Cross. The word Jal-la-gee is not the correct pronounciation for Cherokee. It is pronounced Sal-la-gee, all the A’s are short and the “g” hard and the “ee” is long. If you have any other questions about Cherokee words, I think I can help. Keep up the wonderful writing. I keep hearing rumors that someone is going to make a movie out of your books. Is that true?
Well, thanks for reading this note.
Wado,
Jennette
Dear Jennette–
Pretty sure I used the pronunciation “Tsalagi,” not “Jal-la-gee,” but thank you!
As for a pub date for WRITTEN IN MY OWN HEART’S BLOOD…there isn’t one, for the excellent reason that I haven’t finished writing the book yet. If you go to the newest blog entry here, there’s a fairly complete explanation of what-all happens to a book once it -is- written. [g] Plus notes on “Moby” (MOH-B, Moby, geddit?)
–Diana
Osiyo, Diana. It is Davina Porter that missponunced Tsalagi by pronouncing it as Jol-la-gee. I am a big audio book fan and this is where I heard the mispronounciation. To be fair, I have not picked up the printed version of the book and seen how the was spelled there. But I love the book anyway. I went to the book store tonight and was told that The Scottish Prisoner was not going to be out until May. Funny, I have a copy and I have enjoyed the audio version very much. Publication dates get kind of messed up, don’t they? Oh well. I am now listening to Echo of the Bone for at least the third time. I always get more out of your books listening to them the second and third time. I love Davina Porter as a reader, I hope she will continue being a reader for your Outlander series. Hey, have you seen the videos on YouTube about your books? People are picking characters they would like to see in movies about your Outlander series. Some of the characters they chose were pretty good. Does Divana Porter also have a site one can leave a message? Well good night and I wish you all the happness there is and a happy Valentines day. You wrote me a letter some years ago and I still have it. I had sent you a very old news paper, I think it was about Colodin.
Wado,
Jennette
Hi Diana.
I began reading Outlander about a year ago. I think I’ve read everything you’ve written now with the exception of The Scottish Prisoner (which I ordered on line last week.) I’m with all your other fans…just love your books. I was surprised at how how much I enjoyed the Lord John series. I think I was so pleasantly surprised because frankly, I thought it just couldn’t be the same without Claire…but I was so wrong. I’ve really enjoyed all of them (I love a long story so for me, they just got better as I moved through each of them). I’m looking forward to the Scottish Prisoner as I am Written In My Own Hearts Blood when it comes out. Thank you for making me laugh, cry etc etc etc through your wonderful story telling!
I looked at a Twitter posting and there was a small epsert called “Young Mercenaries” involving Ian, James and a blind priest. Is this part of a Lord John Grey book or part of Written in my Own Heart’s Blood? I am about to read your story in the book called Warriors 3. Do you think this book will come out in an audio? Thanks for so many hours of great enjoyment I have told many people about your books and all of them liked your Outlander series.
Good night and wado,
Jennette Coolidge
P.S.-Are they going to make an audio book out of Written in my Own Heart’s Blood? I will have to buy it from someone else, because Recorded Books is no longer selling to the public. Only to teachers an libraries.
I read a tweet today about a book called “The Dangerous Woman.” D0 you have an idea of when it might be published? I also herd a rumor that In My Own Heart’s Blood is supposed to be published at the end of next year. Just thought I would ask you since you are the one that wourl really know. I hope you put out some more epcerts from Written In My Own Hearts Blood.
Thank you very much for your wonderful stories.
Jennette
Hi Diana
i am one of your English fans . I just love all the Outlander series and cant wait for Written in my own hearts blood . When will it be published in England?
Dear Betty—
I’d expect it to be published at the same time the US/Canada edition is.
–Diana
Osiyo! I am enjoying your comic book Exile, it is a very pretty book. I am also enjoying the contents, haven’t finished it yet, but it is really making me smile. I am going to show it to my cousins in California. I only wish I was in an area where you are doing a book signing. I would love you sign you name some of my copies of you Outlander series. Most of mine are audio books though. I really love them.
Well, good night and I am looking forward to your next book in 2013.
-Jennette
hello diana,
when I was 5 years old my grandfather tought me to read, his favorite authors where Karl MAY and
Jules Verne, I have been a compulsive reader ever since, but nothing ever ever stirred my soul until
I discovered your books, I am a german citicen but lived in Ohio for almost 40 years, your books have
been many times a deju view and and cominbg home, your books are getting better and better, keep it up, I can hardly wait for your next edition.
A fan heard and soul
Anne Hall
Osiyo Diana,
I am sure you have been asked this hundreds of time, but are there going to be any more epserts on your upcomming book Written in my Own Heart’s Blood.
Wado,
Jennette Coolidge
I just finished An Echo in the Bone and thought it was brilliant! I stumbled on the Outlander series not knowing what it was about, and fell in love with Jamie and Claire. Thank you! And Davina Porter brought such life to them, I cannot imagine any narrator doing the series justice. I often found myself sitting in my car just to finish a chapter. Made commuting to/from work and running errands such a pleasure. I am chomping at the bits for the next book! I have all the audiobooks and can’t wait to listen to them again.
Hi
I am almost done reading Än Echo in the Bone”. I enjoy your books so much. Especially because my husband was from Scotland(emigrated in 1963) and we were to some of the places that are mentioned in the book. Unfortunately he died a year ago today. The books help fill the void that he has left in my life.
You are a terrific story teller. Thank you!
What book is after this? Is it the Scottish Prisoner?
Gladys
p.s. Please list the order of the series on your website.
Dear Gladys–
I’m so sorry to hear about your husband! I’m glad if the books can give you a little distraction now and then.
As to the series…um…it _is_ listed on this website, with detailed synopses, buy-links, etc. Click the tab that says “Writing” on the main bar at the top of the home page, and you’ll see it all.
–Diana
I only discovered you and your wonderful imagination last week! What have I done without Claire and Jamie for the past 20 years? I have a small home-based sewing business that enables me to listen to audio books as I ply my trade. For the past week I have been told an amazing story by you and Davinia Porter (LOVE her voices!)… I ‘ve found myself sewing later into the evening than usual as I find myself in the audio version of being unable to “put the book down.” And lucky me–I started with the first book, Outlander.
I am looking forward to many delightful hours of storytelling while I stitch. Thank you from the bottom, top, and sides of my heart!!
Oh, and interestingly enough, we share the same birthdate, though I got her five years after you.
Best Wishes!
Fran
Diana,
I just wanted to say what a true joy your books have been over the years. I remember when Outlander first came out and how enthralled I was with it. I couldn’t wait for the next book to come out and I had no idea at that time how many there would be in the series.
My children and I were in a terrible car accident in January of 2008. A drunk drive hit us head on and nearly ended our family. I had broken nearly every bone in my body and they said I might never walk again (Ha! I proved them wrong, as soon as they let me put my feet on the ground I was ready to walk and I did with a little help!) I was in a coma for a month and then in re-hab for 5 months before I could come home. It has been a very long road with more surgeries than I can count or care to remember. I will never be back to my normal self again and yet I have hope. I returned home just before my birthday in June of 2008. My youngest brother decided that I needed a kindle, since I couldn’t hold books very easily. I was ecstatic and the first books I ordered were your Outlander Series. There were days when I just didn’t want to go to therapy and months where I thought I would never feel “normal” again. Through it all I was able to immerse myself in your books and just let the healing process take place.
I want to thank you for so many enjoyable hours of reading. I have never read any other series more than once and I do believe I am on my 5th time now! Please….Please…Please…don’t ever stop writing!!
Sherry
Dear Sherry–
Thanks so much for your kind letter! I’m _reallY_ glad if the books could give you a moment’s respite in your long recovery–best of luck in your continued healing!
–Diana
Dear Diana:
I would like you to know how much pleasure I have received from reading your books. I have loved every one. However, what is this I hear about Claire remarrying?…Please end their story on a happy note. I am now 88 years old and want to die happy. …..(please hurry..I haven’t got that long to go.)
I am curious to find out what blog system you’re working with? I’m having some small security issues with my latest site and I would like to find
something more risk-free. Do you have any solutions?
Dear asbestos–
I’m using WordPress. The site was built for me by Clockpunk Studios, who I think did a wonderful job.
–Diana
Dear Diana:
I am reading The Outlander Companion and I have read the series twice. I wanted to ask if Jaime
knew he would meet Claire because that must have been his spirit that Frank saw and she had not been drawn into the circle yet? He seems to tune into the future. I love each Novella too. You are by far the most facinating author I have read.
Dear Erma–
No, he didn’t know that. And thank you! [smile]
–Diana
Will there be any more Lord John books/novellas? I love him too.
I understand you came to Capitola, California some time back. Do you think you might come there again after Book 8 is published and released? I hope so!!!!!!
Thank Goodness I will know more about the Ghost. I see in the Dailies he will be explained. I cannot tell you how much I think about it.
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Hi, Diana! My friend told me about your books and I have been enjoying reading them so much. I am on the last four chapters of The Fiery Cross right now and am getting sad as I am getting towards the end of your fabulous books! I wanted to tell you how I admire how brilliant you must be to be able to write about all the Scottish history and vocabulary and day to day activities of the 1700′s. My husband is 1/2 Scottish so I am fascinated about anything Scottish. Anyways I just wanted to let you know I have been enjoying your books so much and thank you for putting all your interesting words into these books! Sincerely, Judy Blanchard