I have looked forward to this day for a long time.
I found my agent last year, the marvellous Marlene Stringer of Stringer Literary. She loved the kind of books I write. Loved them. I had been dreaming about finding an agent like her for a long time. Today, she called me to say the offer from Pocket Books we’d had on Tuesday was finalized, and we have a deal.
A TWO BOOK DEAL!!!!!
I feel like a thousand butterflies are colliding in my stomach every time I think about it.
This has been a 7 year journey. One that has had its shares of highs and lows, but which I honestly see more in terms of the craft I have learned and the wonderful, supportive, amazing writing friends I have made.
My two historical novels are scheduled for a Spring and Fall 2011 release. And I cannot stop smiling every time I think that, say that, or write that. Wooooooohoooooo!
To everyone who has helped me reach this point today, thank you. Your friendship, support, advice and generosity have helped make me the writer I am. And this journey is just beginning for me. I know from my published friends things only get more crazy from here on out, but I’m savouring this moment for what it is. The best day of my writing career so far!
A special thanks to Edie, Liz, Karin and LaDonna, and to Amy, Maya, Jan and Allison, who were there right at the beginning of my journey and have been my friends ever since.
Fabulous! So so SOOOO Happy for you, Michelle!
Does this mean you’ll be going to Nashville??????
I cannot tell you how happy I am for you, Michelle. This is the best news I’ve heard in awhile.
I second Karin’s question. Ya goin’ to Nashville this year?
YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I’m so happy. I love your books and knew this would happen. Your books delight me, and I know you’re going to have a ton of fans.
Thank you! It is fitting that my three CPs are the first to wish me well. My books are the better for your thoughtful comments.
Congratulations, Michelle! That’s great news!
YAY Michelle. What a great way to start my morning, cheering for a GIAM friend to get a 2-book contract.
Congrats!
Hi Michelle
Congratulations on your call, when I saw the message on the RomAus loop I thought, she came to the Perth Roadshow last year.
I looked back on your archives and you had posted about what a great day you had. I’m so glad you enjoyed it. Hopefully you can make this years. Sadly I won’t be able to as I’ve moved to Houston, USA.
I know lots of organising is going on at the moment, I miss being involved.
Enjoy your new success and have a bottle of bubbly.
Cheers
Nicki
Michelle! Awesome! Here’s hoping your success multiplies, as well as rubs off on the rest of us.
Congrats, congrats, congrats.
Wow, congrats! What amazing news.
Michelle, LOVE this news, girl! And I’m just so excited to see this post! You have an amazing career ahead of you! Today is just the beginning!
Magical Musings has been so…well, magical.
Thanks, Alex!
Thank you, too, Cyndi! I’m off to bed now, and I know I’ll have sweet dreams
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Hi Nicki! Yes, I really enjoyed the Roadshow last year. I have offered my help for this year’s one. Thanks for the congrats.
Thanks, Kath! I hope it rubs off on everyone else, too!!!!
Thank you, Anna! This has to count as one of my best days
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Thanks, LaD. I really appreciate everything we have here at MM. Let the magic carpet ride continue
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Whoo-hoo!!! Michelle,
This is fantastic news! I am so happy for you. Congratulations–what a way to start 2010. I’m sure more great things are just around the corner for you!
Congratulations, Michelle! How exciting! Best, best wishes!
Dang!! I can’t believe I missed this. A HUGE congrats, hugs and kisses, and anything else I can think of for you, Michelle. Woohooooooooooo!
Oh AWWEEEEEEEEEEESOME!!!!! That rocks, Michelle! I’m so excited for you! Congratulations!
Woot!!! Congrats on your sale. I LOVE reading about news like this.
SOOOOO excited for you, Michelle! HUGE congrats!!!
Michelle,
This is such exciting news!!!
I’m doing the happy dance on the icy shores of Lake Michigan. Enjoy the day!
Congrats Michelle, fabulous news!
Enjoy every special second of this magical ride
Congratulations Michelle,
Wonderful news. A great way to start my morning.
Regards
Margaret
What a rush. Thanks for sharing. Good luck on your journey.
Michelle, well deserved and I’m so pleased for you. I’m curious too, will you be at National! Enjoy the ride!
Just had to stop by to holler another congrats at you here, Michelle!!! So, so happy for you and hope to see you in Nashville to celebrate in person.
ENJOY every second!!!!
Congratulations! What an amazing way to start the new year.
Soooo happy for you, Michelle! Congrats x infinity!! And I can’t wait to read your book. You WILL come to WU for an interview, won’t you?
Way to go, Michelle!! Yes, an excellent way to start the New Year.
Enjoy!
Congratulations!!!!!!! I am so happy and excited for you! And I can’t wait to read your books!
Michelle,
Just wanted to say it again: CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! I’m thrilled for you!!!
YAAAAYS!!!!
Oh, wow! Thank you everyone for sharing this moment with me so enthusiastically! You guys are the BEST!!!!
Huge congratulations, Michelle! I was thrilled to read your news – and will look forward to reading your books!!
Michelle, this is such wonderful news! I got chills and tears in my eyes I’m so happy for you.