NEW BLOG!!!

Hi Everyone!
I just wanted to let you know that I now have a new blog about my books. I haven't gotten information about the newest book I'm working on yet, but it should be up soon.
I hope you'll stop by Rebekah's Reading Books.

New Page Up

Hi,
I thought I'd let you know that I put up a new page with reviews about
"Home Fires of the Great War." If you would like to write a review
about it, you can leave one in a comment and I'll put it on the page.
I'm excited that so many people are enjoying my work.

And I'll give you a heads up, I'm working on finishing another book.
This one is a Western. I'll let you know more details as I know them.:)
And I do have plans to write two other books that come after "Home
Fires." You'll just have to wait until this other book is done.

I know I haven't posted anything on here for quite a while. Sorry. Not much to say. I did want to say today that in the last two days I've sold 5 copies of my book and might have been able to sell one or two more if I had had them.:) I hope all those who bought copies enjoy them.

I also had someone tell me after reading my book that she loved it! She laughed and cried through it. "I could picture everything because you wrote it so well," she told me and added, "When I was reading it on the plane, I had to keep telling myself, 'don't get involved.'":) Now she is going to pass my book on to her friends.

Delighted to know my work is being enjoyed by others.

Lost Count But Still Writing

Well, I think sales are going well for such a large book. I know over a
dozen have sold and I have officially lost count.:) I suppose if I
really tried to figure out how many I have sold, I could. At least the
ones Light of Faith or myself has sold.
If any of you have read Home Fires of the Great War, I'd really
appreciate feedback. You can leave comments here on this blog, or you
can go rate and/or write a quick review about it on Light of Faith,
Amazon. com or Barnes & Nobel. (Or any other place you find my
book.)
I haven't started a sequel for this book yet (well, not officially),
but I am working on getting another book finished. I'd like to send
this one to a publishing house and see what happens. Anyone know of any
publishing houses I can send it to?

10 and Counting

I thought I should give you all a quick update on my book. We've sold 10 and counting that I know of.:) I say "and counting" because there is one person who has ordered a book, but hasn't paid for it or gotten it yet. I'm going to have to order some more to have on hand when I go places.:)
I've had some really fun reactions when I simply hand someone my book saying that I thought they might like to see it. And then they notice who wrote it.:) I've had a nearly scream and a very excited scream and hug.:)
I hope everyone who has a copy is enjoying it. If you have read it, would you write a quick review for Light of Faith, Amazon or Barnes & Noble? Thanks. And feel free to ask book stores in your area to get a few copies in. Or even a local library.

Have a wonderful evening!

Light of Faith Now Has Books!

You can now order your own copy of Home Fires of the Great War from Light of Faith.

I sold the first copy of my book! Well, technically Light of Faith
did, but it was exciting to have one sold at a home school conference in
St. Louis. You can check what other conferences Light of Faith will be
at on their web site.

I'll keep you posted with more updates on how things are going.

You Can Order!

You can now order my book from Amazon or Barnes & Noble. Since Jimmy is gone to a conference right now, you will have to wait to order it from Light of Faith. If you want the book signed you can, 1. order it from Amazon or Barnes & Noble and connect with me sometime to sign it or 2. wait to order it from Light of Faith or 3. wait until you see me in person and buy one that way.:) There might be other places that are now carrying my book, but I'm not sure were. If you know of any other place, let me know. I have heard that a few people want this book in libraries closet to them. If that is what you want, you should make a request with your library. Home Fires of the Great War will be going to the Library of Congress! If you order from Barnes & Noble (which is the cheapest place right now by the way) and you order through Shop at Home, you get 6% cash back.
If you are going to order through one of these places and you use one of these links to do so, I get a small commission. But whether you buy from these links, from someone else's links, from a conference, or some other way, thank you and I hope you enjoy Home Fires of the Great War!

After you read it, let me know what you think.

It's Here!

Yes, that is right! My preview copies (free ones from the publisher) just arrived in the mail this afternoon!!! If you thought you heard a scream, it was probably me. Sorry if I disturbed you.:) I can't believe they came so quickly! Wow! I was hoping to get them by my birthday in late April. I guess God wanted to give me an early birthday present.:) It is so unreal to see my name on a published book! This is actually a book! Six years of research, writing, re-writing, frustration, tears, excitement, laughter and now finally, it is here!

For some reason, we didn't get a picture taken of the back of the book. Maybe I'll get that up later. For now, here are some other pictures. And, I'll let you know as soon as you can place your order. (I don't know for sure how much the book is going to cost.:})

Start the Presses!

Important message just arrived from my publishing house:

Home Fires of the Great War has just gone to press!

That's right! Only two weeks after I submitted all the files to Xulon, my book is at press! They said it could take 1-3 weeks to get it printed and then I have to wait until I get my free books before I order any. But, it's gone to press! Wow! Talk about fast service!

This is going to be one large book! I knew it would be big, but if I had realized just how big it would be, I would have specified a smaller font size.:) Mom doesn't care. She said it would be easier to read this way. I got the text galley yesterday and boy, does it look neat! I love the layout, and how it all looks! I hope you all do too. The pictures in the book add a great touch, and there is a "family list" at the beginning as well as a glossary of Scottish words at the end for those of you wondering what in the world some people said.:) I can't wait to make my book available to each of you.

The Cover

Here it is. The official cover for my book! Would you want to pick this book up and read it? I certainly hope so.:)

I'm now waiting for the back of the book to be sent to me for approval as well as the text galleys. Wow! It is actually getting published!

45 Days and Counting . . .

My book is in Production!

Yep, found out today! And since I paid for rush, it should be 45 days until it is done. However, I have to wait until I receive my free copies before I place any order. So you'll have to wait just a few more days. But, I'll tell you as soon as they can be purchased from Light of Faith, Amazon or me (or several other places). I can hardly believe it is actually being made ready for printing right now! After 6+ years of work and waiting, it is hard to believe. If someone had ever told me when I was in school that I would someday write a novel and get it published, I would have laughed. I hated writing! Now I can't do without it.:)

I'll let you know when I see the galley proofs, the back and the cover!!!!!:)

Feel free to share this anyway you want with whoever you want.:)

Waiting

I'm still waiting to hear that my book has been moved to "Publication." No news yet. I'm hoping to get my book by my birthday (wouldn't that be a fun birthday present), but don't know if it will happen. Waiting, waiting. Does anyone else get tired of waiting? I know I do. I just hurry up and wait.:}
But, when I do hear something about my book, I'll let you know, okay?

It's Uploaded!

Yes, that is right! I uploaded all my files for manuscript and pictures, back cover info and suggested picture for the front! Wow!!!! I can hardy believe it! Actually uploaded! Now, if they are all fine and don't need any changes, and if they can get right to them, maybe my book can go to publication soon!!!!!!!!! You can jump up and down and scream if you want. (I did.:)) Well, wouldn't YOU if you had been working on a book for over 6 years?
If you are excited, leave me a comment.:)

I'll keep you informed.

Excited as Tigger!

Yes, I am as excited as Tigger!:) All of my chapters now have proofers! Thank you Mrs. L., Mrs. B., Mrs. H. and Heidi! I have received 11 of them, made the corrections in 4, am expecting 12 in the mail today or tomorrow and the rest should be to me by the end of the week! Maybe next week I'll be able to post and say it's all to the publisher. :) Wouldn't that be fun! Anyway, wanted to update you all.
Have a wonderful day!

Help Wanted

Well, I was hoping to have all of my book uploaded to the publisher by now, but things have taken longer than I had hoped. My cousin, who was proofing, is sending what she got proofed so I can make the corrections. The Hansens are still working on proofing from the end of the book backward. Still, there are 20 chapters that are still needing proofed for spelling and punctuation. If you can proof a chapter or two or know of someone who can, let me know! I'd *love* to have this to the publisher by sometime next week.:) But, I can't do it without your help.

Proofing Post

If you are as eager to see this book in print as I am, you'll be happy to know that things seem to be speeding up now. My cousin, who was doing the proofing, is so busy with school that when I found someone else who volunteered to help proof, she was greatly relieved. Dory said she'd have the book in the mail to me by Valentine's Day. I've already e-mailed the book to my new proofers (I found out that there would be two of them.:)) Kathy and Heidi Hansen! Thanks so much both of you!! I know my book is in good hands with you proofing. And I'll be sure to keep you in mind when I'm ready for another book to be proofed.:)

And so, that is the update. I'll keep you informed when more happens.

Quick Note

I just wanted to let you all know what was going on. My proofer is about half way done with the book. It is taking her longer than she thought it would because there are so many words.:} Also, she has been sick and so couldn't work on it like she wanted to. She is hoping to get back with me in a couple weeks. Please pray that she can find the time to work on it. As far as I know, she is back in school, so she'll be busy.
I'll let you know when I know something more.

Extra! Extra! Read All About It!

I did it! I just purchased my publishing package with Xulon Press! Wow! I can't believe it! My book is still at the proofer's, but I am in pre-production with Xulon! I bought the package now because the prices all go up on Monday. I even got discounts and it is wonderful. Wow! I'm still basking in the shock. Me, a published author? Well, it sure looks like it will happen. Since I purchased the Rush Service, the book should be ready for purchasing by April. I'll keep you updated. If you want a book as soon as it gets off the press, keep an eye on this blog. I'll let you know as soon as they are available. :)