So.... announcement... yes.
A press release was supposed to go out today but now it sounds like it's not hitting until more like Thursday due to business-y circumstances that I don't control.
I can tell you this - it's not a movie, it's not a television deal, and it does not involve any sort of replication of my DNA. But it's still something I've wanted to do for years and I'm so excited about it. And I really am sorry for being cagey; if I'd known the timeline had changed, I'd have kept quiet a bit longer.
To make up for it, I'll see if I can score a few extra copies of My Fair Lazy to give away.
Okay?
Okay.
Back Thursday(ish.)
Okay, enough speculation. I don't want one of you to inadvertently guess and get me in trouble.
(But a Jen action figure would be AWESOME.)
Posted by: Jen | February 23, 2010 at 10:19 PM
Love ALL the ideas! Can't wait for Thursday(ish)!
Posted by: krmiller | February 23, 2010 at 10:00 PM
Can't wait to hear the big news!
Posted by: Kristy | February 23, 2010 at 09:44 PM
Oh please God let it be a Jen Lancaster American Girls Collection doll, all snarky and stylish and what-not.
Posted by: Katy Harper | February 23, 2010 at 09:00 PM
Magazine column!!!!
Posted by: Kara | February 23, 2010 at 08:51 PM
Love the comments, especially the Lacoste elliptical machine with the wine bottle holder.
Posted by: Mary Lou Hutson | February 23, 2010 at 08:43 PM
Reality tv show
Posted by: K Langevin | February 23, 2010 at 08:30 PM
I think you are designing shoes! That's my guess! I can't wait to find out!!
Posted by: Renee | February 23, 2010 at 08:06 PM
talk about keeping us on edge! ;)
Posted by: Tara | February 23, 2010 at 08:06 PM
You replacing Simon would totally rock.
Failing that, a cookbook would be nearly as awesome.
Posted by: DrAlice | February 23, 2010 at 07:40 PM
I'm guessing a novel?
A novel by you would certainly be delightful...and hopefully a bit snarky, too. :)
Posted by: Katie | February 23, 2010 at 07:32 PM
Oh, syndicated column, syndicated column! Pretty please say this is it?
Posted by: hebba | February 23, 2010 at 07:29 PM
Hmm...my comment disappeared somehow. Im going to take that to mean I was right and you dont want my psychic abilities exposed!
Posted by: CallMeKatieO | February 23, 2010 at 07:28 PM
Gah! I've semi-stalked your blog all day waiting for the super awesome news and now I have to wait til Thursday? Noooooo!!!!
Posted by: Rhonda Cowsert | February 23, 2010 at 07:27 PM
I don't know what it is, but I can't wait to hear!! :)
Posted by: Jen | February 23, 2010 at 07:25 PM
I so want it to be that you'll be reading your own audio book for My Fair Lazy. I ONLY get David Sedaris on audio, and I suspect you'd have the same effect on me. Totally worth the itunes charges!!
Posted by: DodiM | February 23, 2010 at 07:21 PM
I think you should share more pictures of you and/or Fletch in the meantime...
Posted by: Regina Clement Dick | February 23, 2010 at 07:20 PM
its a non fiction book.
Posted by: Alicia | February 23, 2010 at 06:58 PM
I have no idea but I'm very excited!
Posted by: Connie @ Young and Relentless | February 23, 2010 at 06:58 PM
I'll busy myself while waiting by listening to the "Pretty in Plaid" audiobook - love it! As for guesses... I like the handbag line idea, or maybe a line of fashionable doggie fashions for the discerning canine? Maisy and Loki as the models? Plaid sweaters paired with pearl-accented collars and leashes?
Posted by: Linda Weiss | February 23, 2010 at 06:51 PM
A cookbook that consists of only cookies, cupcakes, steak, and mixed drinks?
Posted by: Bone Junior | February 23, 2010 at 06:50 PM
getting a xm radio show? thats my guess. I would totally listen every day. Or maybe you get to approve all new twitter accounts? too many people who think that too many other people are absolutely fascinated with their every move and thought. You'd be an excellent first line of defense.
Posted by: Gretchen | February 23, 2010 at 06:40 PM
You are just full of surprises so I can't wait to find out!! "-)
Posted by: Michelle W. | February 23, 2010 at 06:39 PM
It HAS to be that you are designing a bag! I must say that I am incredibly sad the timeline got pushed back but I guess it's good your site is my homepage so I can find out as soon as possible! SO looking forward to your book tour!!!!!!
Posted by: Jessica Cohen | February 23, 2010 at 06:35 PM
Society has finally gotten its act together and its really OK to carry a Prada to the unemployment office.
Posted by: Rochelle | February 23, 2010 at 06:34 PM
Musical would be fabulously fantastic, but I'm thinking handbags. Maybe a throwback to Bermuda Bags?
Posted by: Christin | February 23, 2010 at 06:20 PM
can't wait to hear the exciting news!!
Posted by: Erin | February 23, 2010 at 06:15 PM
I'm guessing again -- since you said, "it's not a movie, it's not a television deal, and it does not involve any sort of replication of my DNA" and you also said, "But it's still something I've wanted to do for years and I'm so excited about it", I am pretty sure the novel you have been working on got sold on just the OPENING PAGES! Of course I am RIGHT because I was right about in the movie Valentine's Day (SPOILER ALERT) that Bradley Cooper was GAY, and that Julia Roberts was the mom to that little kid. So, you're welcome everyone, you now do not have to wait until Thursday. That is, if Jen goes ahead and posts this comment of mine! ; )
Posted by: MaNiC MoMMy | February 23, 2010 at 06:14 PM
You are officially taking over for Tory Burch and Kate Spade. You're gonna have your own "line" of fabulous shoes and handbags...watch out Kate and Tory!!
Posted by: Caryn | February 23, 2010 at 06:08 PM
A talk show???
A one woman show??
A play??
Posted by: Jenny | February 23, 2010 at 06:08 PM
Ooo ooo ooo.....you're going to guest star on '24'? That would be cool on a whole other level of cool :)
Posted by: Amanda | February 23, 2010 at 05:57 PM
You will be the guest speaker for Purdue's 2010 graduating class....and if so, who would be laughing now at the whole diploma debacle????
Posted by: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1222922778 | February 23, 2010 at 05:55 PM
I have absolutely no guesses, but I couldn't help but comment...I loved the idea of you replacing Simon on American Idol. I might watch again, if that were to happen!
Posted by: Shannon | February 23, 2010 at 05:52 PM
I'm guessing a radio show, yes? I hope so!!!
Posted by: sally jenkins | February 23, 2010 at 05:46 PM
Handbags, no no no... makeup line!
If not those, then I'm guessing a fiction book or you've landed a job as a journalist or something.
Posted by: Michelle | February 23, 2010 at 05:43 PM
Not sure where my other comment went...oh well. Looking forward to your big announcement! I still think you'd be a good replacement for Bob Costas though. He is so annoying.
Posted by: Cathy DeVleming | February 23, 2010 at 05:36 PM
Cesar Millan is going to stop over to teach the dogs and Thundercats how to better serve their master?
Posted by: Belinda | February 23, 2010 at 05:34 PM
I was hoping you were going to announce you were replacing Bob Costas. He is driving me crazy with his Olympic coverage. You would be so much better - and cuter too!
The suspense is killing me. Think I might need to go eat some chocolate in the interim.
Posted by: Cathy @ Party of 5 | February 23, 2010 at 05:33 PM
Not a film, not TV, no DNA, no Impending New Residents in The State of Jennsylvania... Hmmm.
Are you joining the Pussycat Dolls?
Posted by: Caroline | February 23, 2010 at 05:25 PM
Starring in the next movie installment of Twilight? They're back, they're undead and this time, they've got fashion sense.
Posted by: Mary Beth | February 23, 2010 at 05:21 PM
Jenn, Can we get a peek at the book cover?
Posted by: Cari | February 23, 2010 at 05:19 PM
Whatever it is, I'm sure it will be fabulous like your books and blog. My guess is your own radio show on satelite?
Love you, love your animals, love it all...
Posted by: Jen | February 23, 2010 at 05:19 PM
My guess is a fiction book. What do I win?
Posted by: jen | February 23, 2010 at 05:19 PM
you are designing your own plaid lacoste shirt line?? yes???
Or crocs.....
either way you rock!
Posted by: Courtney | February 23, 2010 at 05:18 PM
Oprah called, didn't she! You are going on her show. Or maybe Ellen. Am I right? Am I??? I'm going to have to sedate myself with alcohol until Thursday. (LOL, like I need an excuse).
Posted by: Jenny | February 23, 2010 at 05:17 PM
I also think something fashion related. Or an appearance on a reality TV show. Or your own line of Barbie heads :)
Posted by: Janice | February 23, 2010 at 05:13 PM
I'll bet you are going to write a syndicated newspaper column just like Carrie on SATC only yours will be real! Can't wait till Thursday!
Posted by: Linda Smith | February 23, 2010 at 05:13 PM
Have they chosen you for the next Bachelorette? I know you're married, but they seem to have very few rules.
Posted by: Janet | February 23, 2010 at 05:11 PM
Oh, damn! And here I thought you were going to announce early. A Jen Lancaster fragrance?
Posted by: middle-aged-woman | February 23, 2010 at 05:03 PM
I was hoping for a reality show ! In any case I'm gonna enter whatever contest you have cause I'm DYING to read MY FAIR LAZY!
Posted by: Marjorie | February 23, 2010 at 05:01 PM