They told me I needed a website.
"What if I'm not even published yet..."
"You still need one."
I'm not sure if this counts as a website, but I guess it will do. Nothing but good came from the conference, so I suppose I should listen to their advice.
Not only did I meet two of the most amazing writers/friends at SCWC, the experience may end up being life changing. I submitted the first 20 pages of my completed manuscript for an advanced read with two agents and an author. I never thought the author would open the door to opportunity, but she did. She introduced me to a publisher who requested my full manuscript. It was more than I could have hoped for.
I waited for two weeks before I heard back from them, and was so excited when I read the email that I accidentally smashed a snail as the jumping and flailing ensued. Poor snail. Brian said it was his time to go.
They offered me a Winter 2012 publishing slot. It still hasn't sunk in. I sign the contract tomorrow.
Here we go...
Sunday, March 13, 2011
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The new novel is awesome. I have read and given advice on this book, and I can say, you won't be able to put it down. As an English teacher of 8th graders, I know what they like, and this is it! They've been waiting for a book that doesn't treat them like babies, but has characters they can connect to and love. Here is a book that does that and more.
ReplyDeleteThis book is going to soar! I loved it and everyone I know will love it. I can't wait for more. You truely are an amazingly talented writer!
ReplyDeleteJessica, I am so excited for you and even more excited for all the book lovers out there who are going to get the chance to read your page-turning novel!!
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