Victor Gischler… and Me

Last week I read a tweet from Victor Gischler (one of my favorite authors) saying that he was going to do a signing at Comic Central in Sanford, Florida.  I decided that when I got off work I’d drive over and see if I could get Victor to autograph a couple of my novels.  I’m really glad that I did.

Victor Gischler is a talented writer and an all-around great guy.  Not only did he autograph the four novels that I took over (Gun Monkeys; Pistol Poets; Go-Go Girls of the Apocalypse and The Deputy — all highly recommended!), but he also posed for photos (I should have had my wife take a second shot since I appear to be sleep-standing), and spoke at length with each fan that came in.  It was very clear that Victor appreciated each person who came in to meet him.

It’s always nice when someone you admire for a skill (writing, drawing, etc.) turns out to be as nice as they are talented.