The world of children’s books never ceases to amaze me. I am
in awe of the talented authors and the beautiful books they produce. I deeply
admire the teachers and librarians who work so hard to get those books into the
hands of hungry readers. But perhaps most of all, I am daily humbled and
astounded by the constant outpouring of generosity and kindness from these same
individuals.
My debut middle grade novel EVERY DAY AFTER officially
released into the world of readers last Tuesday. As I’m sure most authors are, I
was filled with a mixture of anticipation, elation, and flat-out fear. There is
no way for me to predict how my book will be received. I cannot begin to guess.
For a self-admitted control freak, that is an unnerving thing to face. The only
thing to do is let go, and that is hardest of all.
Though I can’t read tea leaves or look into a crystal ball,
I can say one thing with absolute certainty: I love what I do. And I love the
people I’ve had the honor of meeting since I started doing what I do. If
everyone were as warm and open as those that make up the realm of
kidlit, this world would be a far better place.
I am extending a sincere, heartfelt ‘thank you’ to each and
every person who made my Release Day, my entire Release Week, so insanely
awesome. You made me smile, laugh, and cry (in a good way), and I am eternally
grateful to you all.
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| Editor extraordinaire Michelle Poploff |
Thank you for the thank you, Laura! It was - still is - a privilege to be your Lucky 13 promo partner, as well as your fellow Delacortie and ed-sister. I wish you all the success in the world, and I reckon that Girl Scouts Studio selection is a great start for EVERY DAY AFTER.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad to be counted amongst this wonderful crop of thankees!