Thursday, October 28, 2010

Bye Bye Baby

Today marks a turning point in the life of my soon-to-be-released novel. This is the day when The Hating Game's advance review copy makes it way out into the wonderful world!

There's something very strange about sending off a manuscript you've slaved over in isolation for months. Sure, I've had readers and editors look it over and pick it to bits, but not *gasp* strangers! Of course, many of the people reading aren't strangers at all -- they're blog buddies who've kindly agreed to help post a review on Amazon on the day of release.

Still, stranger or not, it's weird having your work in the public domain. Yes, I have non-fiction 'out there', but it's less personal. When it's a world you've created and characters you've honed, it's much harder to be objective.

So... bye bye baby! Momma's done what she can. May you fare well!

(The inevitable plug: If anyone would like a PDF review copy in exchange for a review on Amazon on the day of release -- December 1 -- please let me know in the comments or by email: talliroland AT gmail.com! You must have an Amazon account you've used to purchase something, but it doesn't have to be my book. I'm looking for about 10 or so more reviewers to help out. Many thanks to those who already are; I've sent out your copies by email this morning!)

52 comments:

  1. Congratulations! That is amazingly huge!! I bet it's a great book. Can't wait to hear the reviews!

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  2. Can't wait to read it! I'll be reading it after I finish the book I'm reading now :o)

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  3. Congrats! That's so exciting!

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  4. Hey I thot I was on the list already to review on amazon and goodreads

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  5. Well you have to let them go and spread their wings...find their own path in the world etc etc etc.

    would love to read and review. hopefully I am on the list.

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  6. Your book will be all right! After all, mine's survived thus far, so I have high hopes for yours.

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  7. How exciting to have your ARC's out there! Congratulations! Don't worry, I'm sure the rave reviews will be pouring in any day now.

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  8. Thanks, everyone, for all the reassuring comments. I think I just need to remember to BREATHE!

    Joanna and Ann, I've just sent you the review copy! :) Thanks so much!

    Jessica - Hope you like it!

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  9. Congratulations. I'd love a review copy to review on Amazon. :)

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  10. All the best & well done for getting this far - it must be so nerve wracking! Look forward to reading it :)

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  11. I will def take a PDF copy to read! I will send you an email!! I know I will be doing NaNo but I do have my commute time and reading is just what I should be doing with it. :D

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  12. An exciting time! It's not always easy letting go, but I think your book won't let you down ... It'll be amazing with the upbringing it had!

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  13. Don't be nervous--I'm sure it's absolutely fabulous. I am dying to read it, but I have such a busy month ahead of me I'm not sure I'd be the best candidate for one of your digital copies, because I probably couldn't open it until next month. Le sigh...

    Huge congrats Talli!

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  14. Talli,
    Congrats on completing your book. I'm really looking forward to reading it & to seeing it up on Amazon w/ the #1 ranking!

    If you have space on the list I hope that I can be included! :)

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  15. WOW! It's gonna be ..'real' :) thats so cool!!

    www.damselinadirtydress.com

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  16. No!! I want my lovely print book all lovely and shiny and new with lovely book cover that Amazon promises me I'll receive by Feb 2011!!

    Thank you!!

    But I'd gladly read the *grudging acceptance - heheheh!* of the *spit* pdf version if you're still looking for reviewers...! :-)

    Take care
    x

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  17. p.s. CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!! And my what a BEAUTIFUL baby!!!!

    x

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  18. Oh, that's so sad. It's like seeing your child leave home. Well, you can take comfort that they are moving on to bigger and better. Can't wait until December 1st.

    CD

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  19. I want to buy your book, and then I'll post a review of it on Amazon. I'm looking forward to reading it! I'm sure it'll be great. Do you think you'll make one of those preview videos like some authors do (and like the ones you've posted on your blog)?

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  20. I'd love to do a review! Also, anything else you want for promotion, like a blog tour or review, just let me know!

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  21. Congrats! So excited for you! I'm sure it will get rave reviews and be a smashing success! Cheers!

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  22. Congratulations!
    It is an amazing and strange experience at the same time.

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  23. You are all making me feel so much better, and thanks for all the offers to review! Bloggers rock. :)

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  24. I'd like a review copy. If you think it's okay for me to read it, can I also put my review on my own review blog, as well as on amazon?

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  25. Congratulations Talli, that's fabulous! You've achieved so much already, I'm sure your baby will do you proud!

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  26. Yay--and you have a great attitude about your "baby"!

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  27. good luck! You probably have enough reviewers, but if you don't, lmk~

    best of luck, T!!! :o) <3

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  28. Hello love!!!! What a huge feeling I'm sure!!!!

    Thanks for my copy... (Half way through and already in love!!!) What an awesome concept! More to come :)

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  29. It's getting closer! It's going to be awesome :)

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  30. I got my copy this morning and it's on the Kindle, ready for the weekend. I can't wait to read it and am so looking forward to it. Don't worry, your little one'll do just fine. x

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  31. that's a good idea to get reviews of the book on amazon. I have been too timid to ask people to review it on amazon so far but I think I am going to have to eventually. - I'll tell my wife about the deal you propose to see if she is interested - I feel like it'll be right up her alley.

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  32. Wow, that's so exciting but I bet it's really weird as well.

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  33. That baby will rock! How exciting. Congratulations.

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  34. Wow, so exciting! Living the dream! :D Congrats to you!

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  35. Congratulations! It's a great feeling. I'll be doing the same soon. May the advance readers be kind!

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  36. Yay for ARCs! Congratulations, Talli! Soak it all up.

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  38. I'm very happy for you!
    I will read, I will review...

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  39. Sounds great Talli - very exciting!

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  40. I am sure they will all love it! Can't wait for release day. That noise is the sound of me stomping my feet with excitement (and I need the loo, but forget that bit).

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  41. I always say that turning loose of a new story is like tossing your child out into traffic. LOL I know you will do great and I can't wait to read it! Though I am new here, If you are still looking for reviews I would be honored.

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  42. What a feeling this must be. I just realized how soon it is until the Amazon Splash. I'm excited for you.

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  43. How exciting for you! I'd be biting my nails with worry too, but I'm sure you've nothing to worry about. I would have offered to do a review, but with NaNoWriMo next month, I don't think I'll have time to read it by the 1st December.

    I'm sure lots of readers will offer though!

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  44. Awesome! Congratulations, Talli! :)

    I'm here haunting you as part of Theresa's Halloween Haunting!

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  45. That is amazing news! I can't wait to read it!

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  46. Hi Talli .. I'm here down south - if you need anyone extra .. back after the weekend ..

    Congratulations though - fantastic news .. well done!!!! Enjoy Halloween .. good to surprise a few friends with a cut-out or two .. saying "I dun it" ...

    Enjoy - Hilary

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  47. No looking back now! Congrats. Talli.

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  48. Congrats Talli! That's so exciting! :)

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  49. Congrats. What a feeling. Can't wait to read it.

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