Hi All,
I’ve been told that I need to hone my skills of self-promotion. This is true, I have a twitter account that gathers online dust, I rarely post on Facebook and then only because people have asked to see the blog there. I haven’t updated my webpage with newer accolades, and I should. But I write for the satisfaction of putting words down. It’s now a necessary thing in my life, I become agitated if I can’t get to it, like a relentless itch. SO despite the online silliness that most of you are used to from the blog, I do a bit of serious writing as well. I’ve decided to dedicate my time to pursuing all that the writing life has to offer: late nights, intermittent paycheques, rejection letters, and hopefully, the published book of my own. Here is a bit of good news that was a nice kick in the pants. I’ve been shortlisted for the Canadian Authors Association contest, seven of us made the cut, and three will actually win. I may or may not be one of those winners, but to make the cut is a huge accomplishment in and of itself.
http://canadianauthors.org/vancouver/programs/contests/
So, cross your fingers for me, send some good vibes my way.
It’s a bit of a crap shoot, so I’m going to repeat “no whammies, no whammies” and see what happens. (Does anyone else remember the game show Press Your Luck?) Anyway, I’m thrilled.
At least the roulette wheel is turning!
This is amazing Erin! Congratulations!!!
I am thrilled for you Erin. You deserve it!
Way to go Erin!!!
Good for you Erin!! That is so exciting:)
Fantastic news Erin, what an accomplishment!
I remember one of those good ‘ol life chats we had in Vancouver when we were visiting you from Australia about whether or not you should take the plunge to write or not-so glad you did Erin…you are seriously amazing!!! I will repeat your mantra for you for good luck-no whammies, no whammies, no whammies (the Aussies will think I’m a crazy lady muttering that around town here as I don’t think they grew up with the same North American TV game shows, but am willing & happy to now be known as ‘that Crazy Canuck’ if it helps a dear friend ????).
Big Bucks, No Whammies!!!!
Ps I knew u were good!
Whoooeeee! No Whammies. No Whammies! You have already won- you made the short list!!! So tickled for you!
Well done Erin, wishing you the best inspiration and results. We miss you guys. Jack was talking about Evan last week, and I was talking about your back yard and bears!! Xx
Congratulations Erin! You always make me laugh. I look forward to the novel/book someday. Go for it.