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For those of you who are wondering what happened to the children's book, I am in the process of completing the final edit (fingers crossed) and preparing the manuscript for printing/e-book. It has been recommended that I assign a more "catchy" title to the piece. I have some options and am keen on your feedback. …
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I've received my first rejection for "Pete and the Persian Bottle". This is my first rejection from a real commercial publisher! Ever! Â Quite a milestone. I'm really feeling like I'm on the 'team' now. Â No reason was provided, but that's to be expected in today's publishing world. Â I have two other current submissions of the …
Well I have finally done it! I have finished the manuscript, edited it beyond recognition, formatted, put it in the publisher's (my first choice publisher) and sent it on its way. Â I will know if I get accepted, rejected or another major change request by June. Scary but exciting stuff. Â I will update you when …
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So far this month I have completed the latest version of my children's book "Pete and the Persian Bottle". Â Now I am up to the editing part. Â Great fun. I am really happy with how the story is developing and just need to say (again) what a huge difference the professional advice has made (to …
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