If you’ve followed my writing journey, you may have noticed I haven’t written a blog for “I Knew Men” in many months. Last spring, I was on a roll with promoting my novel. Readers were purchasing copies, I was lining up book signings, placing social media ads … the feedback I received was very positive.… Continue reading A Beautiful & Temporary Cardigan Hug
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Yes, But Is It Any Good?
My novel has been published, distributed, and it is featured on the Newman Springs Publishing website. They’ve also written a press release. I’m seeing posts on Facebook from friends and relatives who show photos of “I Knew Men” in their possession. My story is out and it’s being read! The dream is taking on a… Continue reading Yes, But Is It Any Good?
When life hits you hard, write.
In my first novel, “I Knew Men,” our main character, Anna, goes through a series of traumatic events. Now that my book is published and it’s being read, I’m receiving feedback that suggests readers are enthralled, surprised, and moved by what transpires. My imagination came up with much that was written, fed by a degree… Continue reading When life hits you hard, write.
Worlds colliding in the nicest way
Since approving “I Knew Men” for printing and distribution, I’ve been a bit of a basket case. To keep my head screwed on, I’ve thrown myself into my day jobs, all the while keeping an eye out for my novel to appear on Amazon. Even though I was told it would take a couple weeks,… Continue reading Worlds colliding in the nicest way
October is the most amazing month
From March, 2008, when I started writing I Knew Men, to October 2010 when the manuscript was reviewed by Marg Gilks at Scripta Word Services, my very first novel began a wondrous journey. I’ve enjoyed sharing all of my writing, editing, and publishing experiences here, and now, it’s October 2023! “I Knew Men” is a… Continue reading October is the most amazing month
There’s No Turning Back Now
September 7, or “Sep Seven”, as my older daughter calls it, is a big day in my family. Her son, my heart-stealing grandson, was born on that day. As he made wishes over eleven candles, I gave final, final, final approval for “I Knew Men” to move on for printing. No further questions, edits, or… Continue reading There’s No Turning Back Now
How to cross the finish line
If you’ve read the nearly two dozen blogs I’ve shared, you know I’ve traveled far in my publishing journey for “I Knew Men.” As I prepare to cross the finish line of production, leaving this exciting, exhaustive effort behind, I hit an unexpected roadblock. BRING ME THE BIG KNIFE … AGAIN After going through the… Continue reading How to cross the finish line
The Spotlight is on The Wait
“Casa Blanca” is one of my favorite movies. The film’s introduction shows WWII refugees who are wishing to escape to safety. As they patiently watch airplanes taking off from Casa Blanca, day in and day out, they wonder which one will be the one to carry them away. The scene captures faces filled with hope… Continue reading The Spotlight is on The Wait
It’s Time to Stick A Fork In the Editing
If you’ve been following my journey, you may be wondering, “will this book ever be ready for me to read?” As we approach summer, I’m getting asked this question quite often by those who are closest to me; the ones who have known for a very long time that my novel was in the making.… Continue reading It’s Time to Stick A Fork In the Editing
Fake it ’til you make it
When I fall asleep at night, I try to tap into the super powers of my brain. This practice is relatively new to me, but it’s an amazing thing to experience. As I understand it, the speed of sound is about 750 miles per hour, the speed of light is 186,000 miles per second, and… Continue reading Fake it ’til you make it