About Errol Martins
Errol Martins is the author of new release Pell Provance. "Ever wonder what's on the moon? It's
Errol Martins, with about a thousand writing pads, crates of pens, and a lunar lander specially
built to brew coffee. The story of Pell Provance has long spread beyond this plane of existence
and has yet to reach this world. With a name like Pell Provance, it's already a story unlike any
other." This book has been described as "a mathematical equation: Real world + Errol Martins'
imagination x coffee divided by the bistro atmosphere = Pell Provance."
Errol Martins is the author of new release Pell Provance. "Ever wonder what's on the moon? It's
Errol Martins, with about a thousand writing pads, crates of pens, and a lunar lander specially
built to brew coffee. The story of Pell Provance has long spread beyond this plane of existence
and has yet to reach this world. With a name like Pell Provance, it's already a story unlike any
other." This book has been described as "a mathematical equation: Real world + Errol Martins'
imagination x coffee divided by the bistro atmosphere = Pell Provance."
Errol Martins -- July 14, 2007
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Post Meeting Write-up
A very nice turn out showed up for this month's SFSNNJ general meeting, Face The Fiction,
featuring Errol Martins. At 8:00 pm I made a few announcements regarding upcoming events
including the 1st Anniversary celebration at the Iron Horse Restaurant in Westwood on the 28th of
July, then I introduced Errol Martins, who opened by saying that hadn't done any public speaking
since he was in seminary. He talked about having created "Napkin Art" in the mid-1980's (one of
his pieces was the Wall of Jerusalem) before getting sick of it and giving it up for writing. He had
been an Industrial Artist earlier in his career and stated that he felt art in general is fleeting and
has no permanent stature, whereas books will last forever. He also believed that life was filled
with movements that caught people up in excitement, but ultimately failed to do any lasting good
in the world, except make money for their creators, "So you might as well be as evil as you can".
He read some excerpts from the book Pell Provance and talked about the character, saying that
he destroys everything he touches (corporations, institutions, etc.). Women love him & men fear
him.
He said the character, Pell Provance, can be different ages at different times (e.g. he's five years
old at one point, then he's thirteen). When he reaches the age of twenty-eight he will leave the
world he's on and go to the next one. But things change when comes to Agrimore, meets Greta
(his betrothed) and meets Cerberus(a demon who's been feeding him the evil). Errol Martins
also mentioned that he created new terms for things, such as Kungerods for wizards, just to be
different. He only had three copies of his book to sell & sign (Remy practically jumped over the
chairs to get one) but said there was ordering info online. Many questions were asked but he
was finished by 9:30 p.m. due to other commitments. So, the rest of us milled around the store
until 10:00 p.m. where we continued the merriment over food & drinks at the Suburban Diner.
Next month our guest speaker will be Fantasy author Sarah Beth Durst, who will talk about Into
The Wild, a story based on “real-life events”. See Y'all then!!!
P.S. SPECIAL THANKS to Ann-Marie & Josephine Brown for driving me home last night!!! The
Gold Standard flows from the top!!! (Steve)
It should be mentioned that Mr. Martin's friend that drove him had a previous commitment we
were made aware of beforehand and he had to have things wrapped up by 9:30. This actually
worked out very well as it allowed Christi to interview the members for her documentary (which is
why Todd invited her for this particular meeting - we knew the time would be built in). Todd had
mentioned in a previous post that we would have someone at the meeting recording and working
on a documentary. That said, the earlier wrap-up time allowed Christi to sit with members, tape
the interviews, record notes and not have to rush. Things worked out very well. She was even
able to get footage of Brian's armor. Brian and Ana had very thoughtfully provided tons of
pictures. We all milled around, shopped and waited for our turns. Of course, free time in the
group means "harass Ann-Marie time" - I'm taking names people, I'm taking names. It should
also be noted that some people arrived later in the evening and took seats during the
presentation and left when Mr. Martins finished - they thought the meeting was over (or were
hiding from the camera - sshhh, I did).
Mr. Martins thoroughly enjoyed giving us a glimpse inside his dark mind. Following Errol Martins
engaging presentation - he had some very interesting insights and ideas about things - we set
up around the same table for Christi to begin her work. During Errol Martins' presentation, he not
only discussed Pell Provance, his current release, but several upcoming releases. In fact, a
sequel to Pell Provance is due in a few months. He talked about the concepts of the upcoming
books (he will NOT be doing the illustrations! - lol), the writing process for him (a place mat & 4
napkins was the start of Pell Provance) and his own perceptions on various philosophies. He
entertained us with his "horrible typing" story and then opened up for questions. He was very
impressed with the variety and intelligence of the asked posed to him. He also asked if he could
come back when the sequel to Pell Provance hits the shelves so he could fill up the allotted
time! He enjoyed the group tremendously and hoped to make it to Iron Horse to continue talking
with the members! very nice.
We then waited while people interviewed and answered questions for the documentary. After
this, we headed over to Suburban Diner where we were joined by Christi (who continued to be
greatly amused by the antics of SOME people - not me though!). We were also joined by Moira
who said "I love seeing you guys."
Next month our guest speaker is Sarah Beth Durst, a fantasy writer. Her book, Into the Wild, is
based on childhood flights of fancy. (AM)
A very nice turn out showed up for this month's SFSNNJ general meeting, Face The Fiction,
featuring Errol Martins. At 8:00 pm I made a few announcements regarding upcoming events
including the 1st Anniversary celebration at the Iron Horse Restaurant in Westwood on the 28th of
July, then I introduced Errol Martins, who opened by saying that hadn't done any public speaking
since he was in seminary. He talked about having created "Napkin Art" in the mid-1980's (one of
his pieces was the Wall of Jerusalem) before getting sick of it and giving it up for writing. He had
been an Industrial Artist earlier in his career and stated that he felt art in general is fleeting and
has no permanent stature, whereas books will last forever. He also believed that life was filled
with movements that caught people up in excitement, but ultimately failed to do any lasting good
in the world, except make money for their creators, "So you might as well be as evil as you can".
He read some excerpts from the book Pell Provance and talked about the character, saying that
he destroys everything he touches (corporations, institutions, etc.). Women love him & men fear
him.
He said the character, Pell Provance, can be different ages at different times (e.g. he's five years
old at one point, then he's thirteen). When he reaches the age of twenty-eight he will leave the
world he's on and go to the next one. But things change when comes to Agrimore, meets Greta
(his betrothed) and meets Cerberus(a demon who's been feeding him the evil). Errol Martins
also mentioned that he created new terms for things, such as Kungerods for wizards, just to be
different. He only had three copies of his book to sell & sign (Remy practically jumped over the
chairs to get one) but said there was ordering info online. Many questions were asked but he
was finished by 9:30 p.m. due to other commitments. So, the rest of us milled around the store
until 10:00 p.m. where we continued the merriment over food & drinks at the Suburban Diner.
Next month our guest speaker will be Fantasy author Sarah Beth Durst, who will talk about Into
The Wild, a story based on “real-life events”. See Y'all then!!!
P.S. SPECIAL THANKS to Ann-Marie & Josephine Brown for driving me home last night!!! The
Gold Standard flows from the top!!! (Steve)
It should be mentioned that Mr. Martin's friend that drove him had a previous commitment we
were made aware of beforehand and he had to have things wrapped up by 9:30. This actually
worked out very well as it allowed Christi to interview the members for her documentary (which is
why Todd invited her for this particular meeting - we knew the time would be built in). Todd had
mentioned in a previous post that we would have someone at the meeting recording and working
on a documentary. That said, the earlier wrap-up time allowed Christi to sit with members, tape
the interviews, record notes and not have to rush. Things worked out very well. She was even
able to get footage of Brian's armor. Brian and Ana had very thoughtfully provided tons of
pictures. We all milled around, shopped and waited for our turns. Of course, free time in the
group means "harass Ann-Marie time" - I'm taking names people, I'm taking names. It should
also be noted that some people arrived later in the evening and took seats during the
presentation and left when Mr. Martins finished - they thought the meeting was over (or were
hiding from the camera - sshhh, I did).
Mr. Martins thoroughly enjoyed giving us a glimpse inside his dark mind. Following Errol Martins
engaging presentation - he had some very interesting insights and ideas about things - we set
up around the same table for Christi to begin her work. During Errol Martins' presentation, he not
only discussed Pell Provance, his current release, but several upcoming releases. In fact, a
sequel to Pell Provance is due in a few months. He talked about the concepts of the upcoming
books (he will NOT be doing the illustrations! - lol), the writing process for him (a place mat & 4
napkins was the start of Pell Provance) and his own perceptions on various philosophies. He
entertained us with his "horrible typing" story and then opened up for questions. He was very
impressed with the variety and intelligence of the asked posed to him. He also asked if he could
come back when the sequel to Pell Provance hits the shelves so he could fill up the allotted
time! He enjoyed the group tremendously and hoped to make it to Iron Horse to continue talking
with the members! very nice.
We then waited while people interviewed and answered questions for the documentary. After
this, we headed over to Suburban Diner where we were joined by Christi (who continued to be
greatly amused by the antics of SOME people - not me though!). We were also joined by Moira
who said "I love seeing you guys."
Next month our guest speaker is Sarah Beth Durst, a fantasy writer. Her book, Into the Wild, is
based on childhood flights of fancy. (AM)