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i finally started feeling somewhat human
again on sunday and was upbeat–ready
to tackle my long to do list before debut release.
then monday rolled around (and as monday tends to do),
i inexplicably felt a little defeated and deflated
about everything. i’m a planner and a control freak,
and it’s difficult for me to acknowledge the fact that
there is only so much i can do for SILVER PHOENIX
to help her succeed. and that at some point, i’m just
going to have to let go in a way.
i’m in better mood today! i okayed the proof
for my postcards and am working on having
bookmarks made (with brush art!).
i don’t think i’ve mentioned
it before, but i hired a private publicist to help
with the release, and she was able to connect
me with the benefit shown above, honoring local
children’s authors and artists. i’m excited as it’ll
be another opportunity to display my art work
as well as sign books!
i will also be showing my art in spanish
village’s balboa park from april 15 – 27.
i was able to find a few pieces to back, as
i’ve mainly been painting for the picture book,
so didn’t have as many pieces this year.
we’re also closing in on a san diego launch
party for early may. i’ve created an EVENTS
listing on the side and will keep you posted!
it’s all very exciting and more than just a
little overwhelming. only four weeks away
now before SILVER PHOENIX lands in the
bookstores! eeee!
linky love : the debs love librarians give away!
win ARCs and released books plus other goodies!
(and yes! a copy of SILVER PHOENIX arc is in the
goodie bag!) are you a librarian or know one?
direct them over to this page! contest open through
this friday! =D
11 Comments
Think of this as a ride on a swing: you soar up in the air, then plummet back toward Earth. But how boring it would be to just sit still.
Enjoy the ride!
:D
Think of this as a ride on a swing: you soar up in the air, then plummet back toward Earth. But how boring it would be to just sit still.
Enjoy the ride!
:D
so well said, kim. thank you!!
Everything is going to go great. Don’t stress, just enjoy the moments before tho book comes out. :-)
thanks for the words of wisdom, angela. i have moments of pure happiness then panic. haha! =D
thanks for the words of wisdom, angela. i have moments of pure happiness then panic. haha! =D
*squee* So excited for you! And Silver Phoenix’s release!
sara, you’re so sweet! thank you!!! your squee made my day! eeeee!! =D
Feel better (((Cindy)))! Wishing you much success!!
You won an award from me! :D
http://booksbytheircover.blogspot.com/2009/03/awards-galore.html
kimmi–how are you?? thanks for the encouragement!
yan–thank you! so funny and fun!