I’m in that waiting room that writers hate. The book cover is almost done. The book is almost formatted and edited. The book trailer is almost ready.
The problem is that the writer isn’t . . . ready, that is. Here’s my list of To Do’s:
1. Organize a launch (Notice how simply put that is.)
2. Buy aspirin.
That should take care of it.
Oh, and here’s where I beg for help. If you have it in those writerly hearts to help me get this book out and about, I’d love to have you sign up on this Linky. I’ll contact those who want to post about my book and give you all the links etc. If all goes according to plan, I’m looking at the last week of July for blast off, but from my past experience with this publishing business, I may have to slide the launch into August. I’ll be sure to check with you as far ahead as I can.
I can offer cookies or cyber love. I’m also great at dog walking and cat sitting. I do windows, but they always streak, so don’t take that option in payment. I will have a few presents to give, of course, and I guess that’s item #3 on my To Do List–find presents.
thank you for sharing
Had a lot of fun reading your entries in my competition, and congrats again on winning – I can't wait to see you on Rach Writes… 🙂
Luck with the book!
Hugs,
Rach
I'll certainly do all I can to help and sign up with the Linky List.
I'd love to help 🙂
Hi to all of you and thank you for your support. I really appreciate it! I'll put together posts that accommodate your schedules. I'm not going to do a blast off kind of thing. I'm hoping the book will be around long enough to pop up for a long time. I'm excited to share this first Indie experience with you.
Bah-humbug on the stars lining up this year. Sounds to me like you've EARNED the accolades. And I get being launch party nervous, but what a delicious thing to be nervous about!! Good luck!
I entered twice because I made a mistake in the first entry. Is there any way to remove that first one???
Late July or early Aug, either one is fine! Happy to help. Catherine
If you're still plugging away in September, let me know! August is vacation time, here in France!!! Also, you forgot one thing to prepare for your launch: champagne. Break out the bubbly and celebrate!!!! Writing a book, let alone launching it into the public, is no easy task!!!!
I would love to help in any way I can 🙂
You know you're always welcome at SYAW. 🙂
P.S. I can't wait to read your post on NA!
I'm a little irresponsible with blog posting, so I'll cheer from the sidelines. I'm sure your launch will be terrific, and I look forward to cyber-stalking you on interviews and such. It'll be great!
Just signed up – thank you for your visit. Fair exchange, etc…
This looks like a good place to stopover from time to time.
Wow, you have been a lucky lady lately! And yes, I'd be happy to help you get the word out. An author interview maybe?
I'm not sure yet. You're hitting conference and vacation time. I can try to help though.
Thanks for the reminder. I have to get ready for my daughter's birthday party this weekend. Though something tells me that will be easier to do than plan a book launch.
Just added my blog to the list! 🙂
You're already doing a guest post for me, right? 🙂
I will help however I can. 🙂
Awww…I understand the nerves. Everything will turn out okay.
I signed up.
Put me in, Coach 🙂
I would love to help. just signed up. 🙂 I will be available until mid August.
New Adult article sounds interesting, considering I'm working on a story in that category. Will def. hop by on 9th July.
haha,, I think I'll take you up on dog walking.. 😀
Congrats on the release when it comes. I'm a lazy kind of helper, so if you can do a guest post of some sort and respond to comments I'm good. Something on characters would be great if you can swing it.
You cat sit? Might have to take you up on that offer.
Hi Lee .. I'm going to have to abstain .. during the Olympics and I'm probably away in Scotland ..
Sounds like people are ready and willing to sign up and support you with the launch .. congratulations on getting so far – not long now ..
Cheers and have a happy pulling all the threads together .. Hilary
Signed up. I'm honored and excited to be part of the celebration. Whoo-hoo. I think of you as being in the Green Room before hitting the stage.
Just signed up! I'd be happy to help. 🙂
Lee – I ABSOLUTELY want to help in any way I can. However, I'm due early August, so I don't know what's what. Keep me posted and I'll do what I can! I didn't sign up for that reason.
I can post, even though I'm still a small fry. I don't know how to use the linky thing yet but I'll give it a try. Best wishes!
If it can spill into the first full week of August, I can help!
I'd love to help. But if the launch is at the beginning of August, I won't be around. Should I sign up on the linky anyway?
Launches can be a lot of work, so I understand the need to buy aspirin 🙂