Ah, Rosy, I feel sad for you. That's so frustrating with the publisher... I thought they told you it was almost there and now this! I pray it gets sorted soon & we see your book on the bookshelves soon!
As for the commute.. I wonder is it sustainable long term? I took jobs like that before and eventually quit. Sorry.. maybe you can do it.
Thanks for sharing. Keep going... you will get there!! :) x
I'm so sorry you're facing such vicissitudes. Let's hope it all gets straightened out.
Nearly all printing is carried out by Ingram-Spark (the world's biggest printers) and I'm surprised that they're being blamed for this.
If it is apparent that the second book may face the path of the first, can I respectfully suggest you indie-publish? You obviously have a big established readership, those who will look forward to your novels and spread words. Ingram-Spark, KDP and D2D make publishing easy, without all the heartache. There are excellent editors and designer/formatters that have superb reputations.
If a publisher says they will do all the marketing for you, they're speaking falsehoods as all mainstream publishers expect the author to do the bulk of the work.
A lie-down and some deep breathing sounds good. Here's to all problems being solved.
Thank you for these wise words Prue. The publisher came through in the end and I am hopeful that the stunning 5* reviews will mean the book does well. I am currently enjoying some time away with my husband and enjoying a much needed rest. The support I have received from my lovely subscribers and readers has been incredible and much appreciated.
Ah Rosy, that is a tough week, on all counts. I hope the journeys to work go more smoothly. And I hope your novel gets through whatever hoops it's being made to jump through to make it onto those shelves. How frustrating. But you articulate it brilliantly. So there's that!
Ah, Rosy, I feel sad for you. That's so frustrating with the publisher... I thought they told you it was almost there and now this! I pray it gets sorted soon & we see your book on the bookshelves soon!
As for the commute.. I wonder is it sustainable long term? I took jobs like that before and eventually quit. Sorry.. maybe you can do it.
Thanks for sharing. Keep going... you will get there!! :) x
I'm so sorry you're facing such vicissitudes. Let's hope it all gets straightened out.
Nearly all printing is carried out by Ingram-Spark (the world's biggest printers) and I'm surprised that they're being blamed for this.
If it is apparent that the second book may face the path of the first, can I respectfully suggest you indie-publish? You obviously have a big established readership, those who will look forward to your novels and spread words. Ingram-Spark, KDP and D2D make publishing easy, without all the heartache. There are excellent editors and designer/formatters that have superb reputations.
If a publisher says they will do all the marketing for you, they're speaking falsehoods as all mainstream publishers expect the author to do the bulk of the work.
A lie-down and some deep breathing sounds good. Here's to all problems being solved.
Thank you for these wise words Prue. The publisher came through in the end and I am hopeful that the stunning 5* reviews will mean the book does well. I am currently enjoying some time away with my husband and enjoying a much needed rest. The support I have received from my lovely subscribers and readers has been incredible and much appreciated.
Here's to a good future!
Yes indeed.
Sorry you’ve had such a rough time, Rosy. You deserve some good news soon. Let us know as soon as it arrives !
Ah Rosy, that is a tough week, on all counts. I hope the journeys to work go more smoothly. And I hope your novel gets through whatever hoops it's being made to jump through to make it onto those shelves. How frustrating. But you articulate it brilliantly. So there's that!
Thanks, Wendy. I’ll take that, especially coming from someone who articulates so beautifully!
Aw, very kind of you to say!
Thank you. I just feel incredibly sad at the moment. But I’ll bounce back, I‘m sure.
Thank you Prue. Yes, I think it’s time for a re-set.
Thank you. I most definitely will.
Oh no!