Too early for breakfast, I set a warm mug on my desk, opened this morning’s email, and learned that the manuscript for my coming-of-age novel was a FINALIST for the 2018 Cascade Writer’s Contest.
Pinch me.
. . . and put me to work. At the recent Seattle Writing Workshop, one agent told me that whenever she receives a query for a piece that interests her, she promptly Googles the author, looking for the online presence that lets authors and their readers spend time together—AND that gets the word out on that author’s work. If the agent finds what she’s looking for, she reads on. If she doesn’t, well . . . the manuscript had better snag her buttons and not let go.
Her comment and that wonderful email finally sent me to WordPress with a plan: Most Fridays, God willing, I’ll post. About things like the natural world, relationships—and how the two intersect. Mindfulness. Dogs. Book reviews, excerpts from my published works, updates on works in progress, guest posts. Whatever’s on my mind. Or yours.
And holy moments.
Sound good? Anything else you’d like to hear from me? Looking forward to our time together.
Can’t wait for the next one!
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Thanks, Laura! Working on it now. 🙂
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Loved your post Cheryl. Can’t wait to visit your site and savor your thoughts. Joni
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Thanks, Joni. Glad you’re joining us!
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Sounds like the door has opened! Can’t wait to see what’s in store for you…
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Thanks, Adele! So glad you’re here.
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So, so good, Cheryl! Love reading your thoughts and musings!
Looking forward to reading more~
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Thanks for walking with me, Connie :).
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How exciting!! I feel like your musings and thoughts would be a good way to start the day, that… and a cup of coffee or tea. 🙂
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Thanks, Jackie! Coffee together would be fun, too.
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What a beautiful blog! I just can’t wait to find out what is behind that door. Your musings and thoughts are full of rich blessings!!
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Thanks, friend. 🙂
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Hi Cheryl! This is so neat! Fun way to catch up and see how the world is spinning for you!
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Karen! So good to hear from you…and so glad you’re here.
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So excited. Looking forward to meeting you in your blog as often as you post!
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Thanks, Wynn! Makes Florida a little closer.
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I’m so excited for you, Cheryl! A weekly blog post sounds perfect for a way to get into a good habit, and gain an avid readership. Bravo!
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Ahhh…reading your words took me back. I can’t wait to read more! Perfection.
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What a great way to be together weekly!
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Yes! Will picture you here with me!
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Love it! I will be looking forward to your posts!
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Thanks, Laurie! Welcome!
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Today the sun shines brightly here in NI. I hope this little note carries some of HIS rays your way. I look forward to reading more here.
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It did, Ashley! Thanks! Glad you’re here :).
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