No news…?

I have had several e-mails from various people around the fandom commenting on how quiet the lexicon has been lately.  I’ve even read over at the IMBD message boards that there is a belief that we know all about the casting of the movie and are keeping things from the fans on purpose.  Folks, let me set the record straight once and for all. 

Aside from a few plot points that will come out in the next book, I know nothing.  I did contact Stephenie weeks ago about the casting and requested that someone at the lexicon be notified as soon as a casting notice was made.  We were, and I thanked her for it.  I’ve been told that when the next casting notice comes out a similar situation will occur and I will be told so I can pass the information on to the fans.  But as of this moment, I know nothing more than you do!  In fact, I would say that many of you know more than I do because you read the gossip.  Having been through all of this before in the HP fandom, I am inclined to sit back and wait before I get excited or upset about anything.  I promise you – PROMISE you that the MOMENT I hear anything official from Stephenie, Little Brown, or Summit, it will be posted on the lex.  In fact, the entire mod squad has been told to call me on the phone regardless of the hour if they see something that should be posted on the front page. 

Trust me!  I would not keep such important news as the casting of Edward a secret from so many salivating fans!  I’m just as anxious for the news as you are! 

Alphie