This week, I'm celebrating:
1. Two projects 99% complete and in use. My books of notes and assignments, although not as polished as I would like them to be, are done and are in use for two of my co-op classes this year.
In response, one young man said, "You wrote this! You wrote all of this, this summer . . . for fun?!" Then, he turned bright red, as if he realized he had insulted my idea of "fun."
(The reality is that I have some serious control freak issues in the area of teen writing curriculum . . . either that, or incredible arrogance.)
2. All the awesome votes I received for Champion in Flight for the categories of "Best Kickbutt Main Character" and "Most Evil Villain" at Indie Recon Live! Voting is closed, but I feel seriously loved. Thanks!!!
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4. How I Found the Write Path is out and is FREE in e-book format everywhere!!! The amazing Carrie Butler put this project together with some help from PK Hrezo. It's a huge honor to be on the list of sixty authors in this book.
Here’s the lowdown on this project: To celebrate Carrie's third blogoversary, she decided to pay it forward by inviting the writing/blogging community to help those just starting on their publishing journey. Why? Because it’s one of the most crucial periods in a writer’s life—full of nerves and hope we refuse to acknowledge. We’ve all been there.
That’s why over sixty of us have written letters to our past selves, candidly sharing things we don’t always discuss in public. The hope is that those of you who haven’t published will learn from our experiences. And those of you who have published? Well, you just might realize you’re not alone.
That’s why over sixty of us have written letters to our past selves, candidly sharing things we don’t always discuss in public. The hope is that those of you who haven’t published will learn from our experiences. And those of you who have published? Well, you just might realize you’re not alone.
Have you picked up your free copy of How I Found the Write Path? Ever had anyone be surprised by your writing habits/idea of fun? Ever heard of micro-fiction? And, what are you celebrating this week?
And for those who think I have a cheerleader life and a naturally sunny disposition, please note that I spent Wednesday this week feeling super grumpy, in pain, and finally, I went to bed with a book and some ibuprofen (and I don't like taking any meds unless they're absolutely necessary) and I made my family fend for themselves for dinner. We all have days like that.
I'm thankful for the stuff we get to celebrate and for Viklit who reminds us to celebrate!
16 comments:
Congrats on all the good stuff!
And you're right - we all have days where crawling into bed - or under it - is the best move. Then, when we crawl out, we're better able to face the world and appreciate all the amazing things it has to offer. :)
Madeline @ The Shellshank Redemption
Thanks, Madeline! And yes, if I let myself rest on a day of "grump and slump," then I'm more likely to face the world with a brighter view afterwards. :)
Great things to celebrate! And we all have our own definitions of what is fun. :)
Thanks, Cherie! And yes, we do. :)
"Ashes Burn: Away" sounds exciting Tyrean!
You've got loads to celebrate. Enjoy!
Yay for the votes and the love! I think Ashes Burn serial will be awesome! Glad you're trying it out :D
S.K. Anthony
Thanks, Maurice!
Yay to all the writing, and the votes and everything! Wow - it's a lot. People no I have a strange idea of fun, so I don't think anything I do really surprises them anymore. And writing is cool!
Thanks!
Thanks for the vote of encouragement, S.K.!
Thanks! Writing is very cool. :)
It sounds like you have a lot to celebrate this week! Have a great weekend!
Hurray for those votes! That's wonderful.
Thanks for the shout-out, Tyrean! :D
Congrats! And I'm looking forward to the anthology. Looking to learn a lot from everyone.
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