Suity Suit Tuesday.
Because even nerds like me can rock a slim suit and skinny tie once in a while.
um, this doesn’t need words. JUST LOOK AT THE PICTURE.
GPOYW: wherein I wear a tie wot is made of other ties. I just blew your mind, didn’t I? Yeah.
Is it HAWT in here or is it just me?
The Tony Files Exclusive Tony D Interview!
When asked if he would grant The Tony Files an exclusive interview, Tony_D was very gracious and said he would be happy to do so!
So here you have it, Ladies and Gentleman, a barrage of questions ranging from Pine Nuts to his Single Status all for your reading pleasure!
Thank you, Tony!
1. Do you toast your pine nuts before putting them in salad or just throw them in raw?
I toast them, of course. I mean, raw pignoli? Where did you learn to cook, on the late shift at Arby’s?
2.Do you prefer Twinkies or Hostess Cupcakes with the swirly white line on them?
I don’t really have a sweet tooth at all; I don’t crave sugar very often. But if I was stuck on an island and forced to choose one for survival, I’d take the Hostess Cupcakes. Chocolate always wins. Always.
3. What do you think of Ellen’s new haircut?
She could grow her hair into Leia-esque cinnamon buns and she’d still look great. She’s fucking Ellen.
4. Do you have a favorite activity for clearing your mind to focus on the task at hand?
I suppose that’s what my photography hobby is for. My brain works in a very nonlinear, always-on sort of way, so it’s difficult to “clear” it. The best I can usually do is change gears; get away from the verbal and into something more abstract. If I’m really suffering behind the keyboard, that’s usually when I’ll grab a camera and some film and just go out and shoot random things for a couple of hours.
5. What is your headache medicine of choice?
It’s usually Tylenol with codeine, when I can get my hands on it (thanks, Canada!), but otherwise just three rapid-release Tylenol. And a sip or two of liquor.
6. What is your theme song and why?
I don’t have a tune that represents me lyrically, but (and I blogged about it here: http://alsobacon.com/post/93501107/inthefade-do-you-have-a-theme-song-sure-you-do)
This little tune works well as “theme music” for me. I can’t explain why, exactly, other than to say that it is in equal parts bouncy, exuberant, serious, off-tempo, less than perfect, somewhat improvised, and doesn’t take itself too seriously. Sort of like me.
7. Will there be another Mr. Abernathy?
There won’t be a sequel, per se. But I do like to have some subtle crossover between many of my stories, so there is the potential for some places and names popping up in other works.
8. What is listed as the reward in your moleskin?
Every Moleskine I use lists “good karma” as the reward. See here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/delgrossodotcom/2454653560/
9. Why do you live in New York and not LA?
That’s a good question, and the answer is “I’m not entirely sure”. My screenwriting career never took off the way I’d hoped a few years ago, and it’s not exactly easy to just pick up your entire life and shift coasts. But considering how much I hate winter, SoCal is not out of the question in the future.
10. Where do you live? (street address please)
Oh, sure. Would you like to publish my SS# as well?
11.Tony, you’re smart, what should Melissa Santos be when she grows up?
Frankly I’m astounded that the lovely Ms. Santos hasn’t taken up an acting career. She’s funny, spunky, quick-witted, and much smarter than she lets on. I’d love to see her in an edgy comedy series.
12. Does your family rule, or what?
My family isn’t “typical”, but none of us would want it any other way. I’m lucky to have an awesome sister who lives literally a mile from me, and the coolest mom on the planet. Your moms can all suck it.
13. Are you single?
No.
14. Are you straight?
Of course I am. Who the hell asked this question? I bet it was Jenkins.
Can’t a straight guy have great fashion sense, awesome taste in music, and impeccable grooming habits?
15. Are you looking to have a child or go halvsies on one?
Ell. Oh. Ell.
No kids, ever. I’m just not equipped for it. I’m barely qualified to have pets.
I do have a flock of amazing nieces and nephews, and being the “cool uncle” is a role that I absolutely love.
16. How many pairs of shoes do you actually own?
Specifically? Hmm..
13 pair of Jack Purcells
3 pair of Converse Allstars
2 pair of Onitsuka Tiger trainers
2 pair of Puma trainers
2 pair of Nike Free running shoes
1 pair of suede penny driving mocs
2 pair of wingtips
2 pair of dress oxfords
So I guess that’s 27 pair in all.
17. What will you do if fame finds you?
Run and hide. I don’t handle positive attention well.
Seriously though, I’m not really comfortable with the notion of fame. I just want to write great stories that people like to read. I’d rather have a small base of fans who love what I write, rather than an enormous group of people who know about my work. A lot more people know about Dan Brown than Neil Gaiman, but that doesn’t mean that Dan is better (or even good) at his craft. I’d rather be Neil.
PRODUCT PLACEMENT
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Gratuitous Picture of Yourself Reading Mr. Abernathy Wednesday
75% of my children are napping and I am taking a few minutes to get some sun (which ALWAYS improves my mood) before swim team practice. I am less likely to scare the neighbors now because spider bite is not as swollen and I no longer have the strange heart monitor stuck to me (don’t get riled up - just monitoring an irregular beat).
*Most of you know this - but just in case - Mr. Abernathy is @tony_d’s book. and it’s awesome.
A Fan In Action!
