Monday, January 31, 2011

1,400 Thank Yous!

Before I launch into today's celebratory post, I just want to say massive thank you for everyone's lovely thoughts and wishes on my last post about Egypt. We managed to talk to our family a few times over the weekend. Although there were a few dodgy moments, everything seems to be safe now and people are excited for change. Fingers crossed!

So! It's Monday, and I'm in the mood for celebrating! It's possible I've had too many mini Reese's Pieces (thanks, Shannon!), but chocolate-fuelled energy aside, I'm happy. Why, you ask (or not -- I'm going to tell you, anyway)?

The Hating Game has sold 1,400 copies on Amazon UK this month! Yes, 1,400! In January! Since the cover change, the books usually sells between 70 to 100 copies daily and it's in the top 50 on Amazon Kindle (UK) right now. I can hardly believe it!

A HUMONGOUS THANK YOU to everyone who has promoted, bought, reviewed, talked about or commented on anything to do with my novel! It's thanks to all of you that my debut novel has been successful.

Now... let's party!
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98 comments:

  1. Alexandra Shostak31 January 2011 at 15:27

    CONGRATULATIONS, Talli! That's so great to hear, I really hoped you would do well! I can't think of anyone who deserves it more :)

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  2. Kari Marie31 January 2011 at 15:27

    Congratulations Talli! I finished your book last week and I loved it.

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  3. Unknown31 January 2011 at 15:28

    Talli this is fantastic!!!! I'm screaming with excitement!!! You should be elated! Time for us both to celebrate with a glass of wine! Such amazing news!!!!

    I couldn't be happier for you!

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  4. Mel31 January 2011 at 15:32

    That's fantastic, fabulous, amazing, wonderful news, darling! Just goes to show, good writing always gets noticed! Well done, proud to know you xx

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  5. L. Diane Wolfe31 January 2011 at 15:32

    Wow, that is amazing! Congrats, Talli. And good to hear your family in Egypt is safe.

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  6. Claire31 January 2011 at 15:33

    Well done :) cant wait for the paprer back, when can i get my hands on it???

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  7. Lindsay31 January 2011 at 15:34

    Yay! Congratulations Talli.

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  8. Queenie31 January 2011 at 15:35

    Fabulous news, congratulations!

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  9. Elizabeth Bramwell31 January 2011 at 15:38

    Utterly deserved fabness! I thoroughly enjoyed The Hating Game and it got me through the low points when i was ill. Am looking forward to Watching Willow Watts ;-)

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  10. Ann31 January 2011 at 15:38

    So glad to hear all your family are safe. Congratulations on the book sales! But I am not a bit surprised to be honest!

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  11. Michael Di Gesu31 January 2011 at 15:50

    HEY, TALLI,


    C O N G R A T L A T I O N S

    That is very exciting news! I am also happy to hear your family's doing well in Egypt.

    A GREAT start to the week.


    Michael

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  12. walk2write31 January 2011 at 15:51

    Well done! You've obviously worked hard to achieve this success. I'm glad to hear that your family members in Egypt are okay and pray for a peaceful resolution there.

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  13. Brigid O'Connor31 January 2011 at 15:57

    That is really impressive, Talli and well deserved - Congrats!
    Glad to hear your relatives are ok!

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  14. Laura S.31 January 2011 at 16:02

    WOOHOO!!! Congratulations, Talli! Your novel is available on Amazon.uk in paperback on March 9. I can't waaait!!!

    I'm glad your in-laws are safe and I hope things settle down over there soon.

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  15. Unknown31 January 2011 at 16:02

    Wow, that's amazing. Truly cover does matter.

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  16. Emy Shin31 January 2011 at 16:02

    Congratulations, Talli. That's really wonderful, and you deserve it, and more.

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  17. Glynis Peters 31 January 2011 at 16:03

    *Thumbs up* Can't talk, mouth full of celebratory cake!!!!!

    As I said, it is brilliant, I keep recommending it to friends!

    So glad you both got to talk to your family in Egypt X

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  18. Jessica Bell31 January 2011 at 16:04

    That's wonderful, Talli! CONGRATS!!! :o)

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  19. Angela31 January 2011 at 16:05

    Congratulations, how exciting!

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  20. Talli Roland31 January 2011 at 16:06

    Thanks so much, everyone! I'm so thrilled it's doing well. :)

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  21. Tricia J. O'Brien31 January 2011 at 16:08

    That's a whole lot of good to celebrate. I'm so happy for your family and the book's success. Woo-hoo!

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  22. Brad Jaeger31 January 2011 at 16:09

    Most impressive; keep up the great work!

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  23. Words A Day31 January 2011 at 16:12

    Well done! Thats wonderful news! On both counts!

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  24. Amy Saia31 January 2011 at 16:19

    Talli, I'm so glad things are safe for your family in Egypt, and Whooooooo! on the sales for The Hating Game. I haven't reviewed it yet, and I'm sorry for that, but I can say I loved every minute of it. The Hating Game rocks and that's why it's selling so well!!

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  25. Meredith31 January 2011 at 16:23

    Congratulations!!! What a fun accomplishment to celebrate!

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  26. Jessica Ann Hill31 January 2011 at 16:28

    Talli, that's wonderful!! I'm so happy for you! Congrats!! :)

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  27. Ellen Brickley31 January 2011 at 16:32

    Talli, I'm so relieved to hear your family are OK.

    And delighted to hear of your success! I am embarrassed to admit that I haven't had a single Kindle-compatible device since your launch so I haven't bought the Hating Game yet, but my Kindle arrives this weekend so I am looking forwrad to a good read :) So that's at least one sale in the bag for February!

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  28. Jenna Wallace31 January 2011 at 16:44

    Oh my goodness...watching those sales stats must be even worse than watching the inbox for query/submission responses! So happy for you!

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  29. Manzanita31 January 2011 at 17:03

    Congratulations..... I knew it was a winner the way the characters stayed with me. I hope your relatives continue to be safe from the melee in Egypt. You too, are a winner.
    Love and Peace,
    Manzanita

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  30. Anonymous31 January 2011 at 17:15

    Congrats!!!!! Those are amazing numbers! :-)

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  31. Kaira Rouda31 January 2011 at 17:24

    Talli!
    Your hard work is paying off! Not only do you have a GREAT debut novel but the kindness you've shown to others - including me - is coming back around to smile on you!! Continued success! Cheers!

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  32. Pat Tillett31 January 2011 at 17:36

    That is so good to hear! I'm in the middle of your book and everytime I start a new chapter I read the little statistic at the top of the page out loud to my wife. Those are a great part of your book! Cheers to the great performance of the book! (imagine the sound of clinking glasses)

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  33. Nicole Zoltack31 January 2011 at 17:36

    Wow--that's amazing news, Talli! Huge congrats! :)

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  34. Olga31 January 2011 at 17:45

    It's great to hear that your husband's relatives are safe. Congratulations on your book sales!

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  35. Bish Denham31 January 2011 at 17:50

    Congratulations Talli!

    And here's to Egypt!

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  36. Angelina Rain31 January 2011 at 17:53

    Congratulations! That is so cool.

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  37. Kath31 January 2011 at 17:53

    Huge congrats on the stunning sales figures!!! So proud of you, and very glad to hear that you've had contact with your folks in Egypt and everyone's safe.

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  38. David31 January 2011 at 17:58

    That's fantastic news Talli and very well deserved. Long may the sales keep coming in!

    Dx

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  39. Cherie Reich31 January 2011 at 17:59

    That's wonderful! Congratulations!

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  40. RHYTHM AND RHYME31 January 2011 at 18:04

    C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S


    Yvonne.

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  41. Deborah Carr (Debs)31 January 2011 at 18:25

    I'm not surprised it's selling so well. Congratulations to you, well deserved. x

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  42. Lola Sharp31 January 2011 at 18:29

    I'm so glad your family in Egypt are okay and optimistic.

    Also, CONGRATS on your sales! *hugs*

    Just wait until the paperback goes live...I predict more hot sales.

    Have a lovely week, Talli.
    Love,
    Lola

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  43. Jolene Perry31 January 2011 at 18:44

    Congrats Talli! It's SO deserved!

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  44. Golden Eagle31 January 2011 at 19:06

    I'm glad to hear your family's safe!

    Congratulations on the sales! That's great!

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  45. BK Mattingly31 January 2011 at 19:25

    Congrats!

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  46. Abby Minard31 January 2011 at 20:19

    Congratulations, thats wonderful!!

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  47. Alex J. Cavanaugh31 January 2011 at 20:19

    Relieved to hear you spoke to your family and that they are safe.
    And congratulations on the sales! That is so awesome.

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  48. VR Barkowski31 January 2011 at 21:06

    So relieved to hear family is safe and sound. And CONGRATULATIONS on the sales! Amazing news!

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  49. Melissa Hurst31 January 2011 at 21:20

    Congratulations! I'm so happy your book is such a success!

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  50. Carol Kilgore31 January 2011 at 21:23

    Wonderful news about your family. And HUGE congrats on The Hating Game :)

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  51. Jhon Baker31 January 2011 at 21:56

    I am so happy for you I might cry.

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  52. Old Kitty31 January 2011 at 22:04

    I'm so glad to hear MrTR's family are ok!!! Democracy now!! Yay!!

    CONGRATULATIONS WITH YOUR BOOK SALES!!!!! YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Woo-hoo!!!!!! Well done you!! Onwards and upwards!!! Me and Charlie are doing our little jig and throwing confetti your way!! Woo-hoo!!! Go Talli!!! Take care
    x

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  53. Lydia Kang31 January 2011 at 22:10

    Oh. My. God! Talli, that is wonderful!
    Congrats!

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  54. Heather31 January 2011 at 22:17

    Yay! Congratulations! This is fantastic news, both getting to speak to your family, and the book sales.

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  55. Myne31 January 2011 at 22:19

    Congrats Talli, this is so encouraging to read! People hardly share figures and all that. I have the book on Kindle and will get to it soon.

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  56. Joanne31 January 2011 at 22:28

    Congratulations ... Raising my coffee cup in a toast to The Hating Game's continued and amazing success :)

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  57. Carol Riggs31 January 2011 at 22:36

    VERY cool, big congrats! That's outstanding, very nice sales. I hadn't heard about the original cover (the 2nd one is obviously better, I'm gathering), but glad the change has helped. Woo! You go, girl! (or at least your book LOL) Growl, I've yet to read it yet! Still struggling along trying to finish my WiP first...but it's on my list.

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  58. Conda Douglas31 January 2011 at 22:56

    Yay, Talli! This is just the beginning!

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  59. WritingNut1 February 2011 at 00:28

    Talli, I'm so glad you were able to reach them :)

    And congratulations!!!!! That is AMAZING news!! I'm so happy for you! May it continue to soar :D

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  60. Arlee Bird1 February 2011 at 00:29

    Great news!!!! Keep those books sales going.

    Lee
    Tossing It Out and the Blogging From A to Z April Challenge 2011

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  61. Luna1 February 2011 at 01:03

    I'm excited about all this great news! Congrats to you on all your success. So wonderful!

    Happy to know you were able to get in touch with your family. Wishing, hoping, and praying things will change and get better.

    Hope the rest of your week is just as fantastic !

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  62. Alleged Author1 February 2011 at 01:20

    So many congratulations!!

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  63. Rachel Fenton1 February 2011 at 01:37

    I hope all's well with your family.

    Huge congratulations for your book - may the good news continue.

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  64. Vicki Rocho1 February 2011 at 01:49

    That's fantastic! Congratulations!

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  65. Leigh Caron1 February 2011 at 02:25

    So happy for you, Talli.

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  66. Jemi Fraser1 February 2011 at 02:36

    Happy dancing for you!!! :) Huge congratulations!!!

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  67. Denise Covey 1 February 2011 at 02:43

    Congratulation Talli. This is wonderful news. All power to you. I'm glad that cover is doing the trick.

    It is on my list to read/review on the Reading at Dawn book review blog I now collaborate on. I am reviewing Alex J Cavanaugh's today and will be concentrating on fellow bloggers' books for awhile.

    Sobering news about Egypt. Man, there's so much happening around the world, and now we have a massive cyclone heading for Northern Queensland (were I have loved ones.)

    Denise:)

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  68. Cat Lavoie1 February 2011 at 02:45

    Congrats Talli!! So happy for you! :)

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  69. Anonymous1 February 2011 at 02:50

    Brilliant news, Talli.

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  70. alexia1 February 2011 at 03:15

    So excited for you! That is soooooo awesome!

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  71. Roxy1 February 2011 at 04:12

    Congrats, Talli! Love the new cover, too.

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  72. Wendy Lu1 February 2011 at 04:15

    Holy smokes, this is fantastic news Talli. :) Congratulations! I'm really happy for you.

    Also, I'm glad you were able to talk to your family, that must have been quite a relief for them. Though the "storm" isn't over yet, I have faith that things will be okay. :)

    ~TRA

    http://xtheredangelx.blogspot.com

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  73. Melissa1 February 2011 at 04:53

    CONGRATS TALLI! That is SO exciting

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  74. Missed Periods1 February 2011 at 07:07

    Woo hoo! I'm so thrilled for you.

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  75. Samantha Vérant1 February 2011 at 11:25

    Wow, Talli! Congratulations! You're really rocking Amazon. AND I LOVE the new cover! Woo hoo! Holding a glass of champagne for you in France.

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  76. Christopher1 February 2011 at 12:05

    That's incredible, I've been so impressed with the way you've handled your release and all that. Really wonderful stuff.

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  77. Amanda1 February 2011 at 13:33

    Congratulations Talli!

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  78. Hart Johnson1 February 2011 at 14:40

    Glad you got confirmation your family is safe! And CONGRATULATIONS on great book sales!

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  79. Len Lambert1 February 2011 at 14:49

    Congratulations, Talli! You deserve it! :)

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  80. LindyLouMac1 February 2011 at 17:15

    This is fabulous news, although of course I suspect your mind is still elsewhere at the moment, with all the problems in Egypt. Hope all is ok with your family and friends there still and that they stay safe.

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  81. ~Sia McKye~1 February 2011 at 17:34

    Oh, how exciting for you Talli. Thats baby out there shining brightly. I can see it makes you feel incredible and I'm happy for you. May it continue to shine ever brighter.

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  82. Anonymous1 February 2011 at 17:47

    CONGRATS, Talli!

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  83. Ellie Garratt1 February 2011 at 18:13

    I'm so relieved to hear you've been able to your family in Egypt.

    Congratulations on the awesome sales! 1,400 sales. Wow!

    200 Followers Q & A Competition

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  84. HelenMWalters1 February 2011 at 18:44

    Wow! That's brilliant. Great stuff.

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  85. Nubian1 February 2011 at 19:17

    Got home on Saturday from our London trip ~ fired up the Kindle (hubby kept it while I was traveling) and read the book in one sitting. I loved it! Looking forward to the next one.

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  86. Isabelle Lafleche1 February 2011 at 21:05

    That is truly amazing! Congrats!!!

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  87. LTM1 February 2011 at 21:39

    supercongrats, Talli! And so glad to hear the family is safe. Was thinking of you guys~

    take care, :o) <3

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  88. David Macaulay2 February 2011 at 04:58

    sounds like you have lots of reasons to celebrate Talli - congrats.

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  89. Flowerpot2 February 2011 at 11:23

    That is just amazing Talli - WELL DONE!!

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  90. Anonymous2 February 2011 at 14:19

    Congratas!!! to you. I know how hard you worked and you deserve every ounce of success and more!

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  91. Sharon K. Mayhew2 February 2011 at 15:15

    Congratulations, Talli! Add another amazon.usa sale to your total. :)

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  92. Paul Anthony Shortt2 February 2011 at 15:30

    That's great news on both fronts, congratulations!

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  93. Anonymous2 February 2011 at 16:02

    That is so wonderful, Talli! I'm so happy for you. I loved the book. It was so well written: great dialogue, intriguing characters. I couldn't stop turning pages. Obviously thousands of other readers couldn't either. Word of mouth. We, your friends, stepped in and helped you BECAUSE we enjoyed the book. Just enjoy, enjoy the fun of it...and keep promoting and writing.

    Glad your family are ok in Egypt. So much unrest in the world, all the time. Sometimes it hits close to home. Take care.
    Ann Best, Author

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  94. Theresa Milstein2 February 2011 at 19:11

    I'm so happy for you, Talli. I'll toast tonight, or is 2:11 pm the right time for a drink?

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  95. Regina2 February 2011 at 20:35

    Oh that is fantastic news. Congratulations! So fabulous. *Throws more confetti* Yeah, I'll clean it up for you later. I know you have a lot to do. Best wishes.

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  96. Hilary Melton-Butcher3 February 2011 at 17:10

    Hi Talli .. that is amazing - well done .. I'm buying my very own book when it comes out in about a month I think.

    Gosh - that's fantastic & so well done ..

    Hope all is well on the other front - thinking of you and the family - Hilary

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  97. Sangu Mandanna3 February 2011 at 23:14

    Congratulations, Talli, I'm so happy for you! Those are great numbers and you might be so excited and proud! xx

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  98. DL Hammons5 February 2011 at 13:51

    Boo-Yah!!!!! :)

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