I started this blog about two and a half years ago, at a time when I was feeling particularly despairing of ever getting anything published. I've been a writer all my life, and I've had a yearning for just as long to have my voice heard, somehow, by people outside my own circle of acquaintance. I want to send my words out on the sea like a note inside a bottle, and I want someone, somewhere, to see that bottle bobbing in the water, and clamber in to fetch it. And then I want that person to read the note and say, "Wow. That's exactly how I feel. I thought I was the only one."
So that's where you come in. I still haven't had any books published, but you read my blog sometimes anyway, because it speaks to you; I speak to you. And I feel so honored that you hear me, and I want to hear you too.
So if you're reading this, or if you've read any of my other A to Z posts, or my book reviews or interviews or my more personal and sometimes extremely loony thoughts: it means so much to me. I can't thank you enough. And... this one's for YOU.
Aw, shucks, you meant me, didn't you? I'm glad I got to drop into your blog more often. As I said, I've been reading it for a year or more. I don't remember how I got here originally, but I'm glad I did. While I have yet to crack the "traditionally published nut" I have independently published 4 collections of the cartoons, and am about to publish a wordless picture book. That one was signed by a small publisher, but some stuff happened (like the editor I was working with "left" suddenly) and I realized it was not the best place for my book without her there to shepherd and protect it from the wolves. I still have hopes of getting a book published by more conventional means, but I needed to finish up with this one so I could move on to the next. Thanks again. I look forward to continuing reading your posts. Come visit the pandas every once in a while!
ReplyDeleteMiz B: Yes, I absolutely did mean you, along with others! Your comments have been a ray of sunshine! And I have tried very, very hard over the last few weeks to comment on your posts, but I could never get it to work (See my "T" post for technology - not!) I intend to keep visiting the pandas often and I hope you keep stopping by here if you have the time. I've so enjoyed getting to know you!
DeleteSusan -- I love your blog and your humor. :)
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Thank you, Yvonne, o loyal and trustworthy friend! And you get the biggest thank you of all, for introducing me to the A to Z Challenge and encouraging me to do it. It's been an experience I wouldn't have missed!
DeleteGood luck with your publishing journey! It'll happen...faster than you imagine.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the encouragement, Claire! And thanks very much for stopping by. This Challenge has helped me meet a whole lot of really nice and talented people! I hope you feel the same way.
ReplyDeleteThank YOU! I enjoy your posts very much and am looking forward to many more!
ReplyDeleteRight back at ya, Valerie! Doing A to Z with someone kind of feels like sharing a bunk at summer camp, doesn't it? You've been a great virtual bunkmate!
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