Generally when I’m writing, I think about my book a lot. You know, what happens next, who does my character crush on, what kind of shoes does she wear and how can I get a pair…those kinds of things. But as many of you know, I finished my manuscript five weeks ago and sent it to my agent and now I’m waiting to hear what he has to say.
It’s true that I’ve started toying with a new project, but mostly I’ve just been puttering and enjoying the nice spring weather. That brings me to what I think about when I’m not pondering a book I’m writing. Do you remember that scene in The Commitments when the main character is fantasizing that the band has become an international success and he’s interviewing himself with a hairbrush? Well, I haven’t gone so far as to practice with the hairbrush but I have to think about something, don’t I?
So last night, I was thinking about Oprah and what she might ask, you know, just so I’m ready, and she said something like, “You have such a fabulous website! What’s the greatest thing about it?”
And my answer just rolled right off my tongue. The greatest thing about having a website is how it has brought a whole community of writers right into my small, rural, Canadian house.
I have made so many friends from this website. So today is My Blog Reader Appreciation Day. These flowers are for you, my dear readers. All six of you!
I love flowers. Thanks! Hope you have a glorious spring day to enjoy and inspire your new story. I’m reading my check out policy from my rental company to find out how to get most of my deposit back. Ah…the joys of moving. The last book I read was The Host, by Stephenie Meyer.
You know that I read all your blog posts and so I guess that makes me one of the lucky 6 readers! I love the flowers. Thanks, Joelle! And here is what I am reading…The First Five Pages by Noah Lukeman. It’s been a couple of years since I read it and it is even more helpful this time around. Enjoy your rural Canadian home, my dear, and know that we’re all out here rooting for your success!
Thanks for the flowers! Golly, I haven’t received flowers in years. I love your helpful website, Joelle. It’s been a great experience getting to know you via the web! Here’s to friendship! Can’t wait to actually meet you in person someday. I’ll wear a big hat that says “original blogger” on it or something at your first book signing!
Joelle,
Thanks for the comment on my blog. Glad my Reynolds Wrap epiphany made someone’s day!
At some point I might want to ask you questions (seeing as how we’re both DGLM; my agent: Adina) about how you maintain a relationship with your agent. I’m pretty hands-off, but sometimes I wonder if I should be more “chatty” or whatever…
Have a great week, Lisa
Awww- right back at ya!