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Recent comments from blog participants:
- “Interesting post throughout your site, I found each to be interesting and informative; all subjects researched thoroughly and well-written.” >A.J. Johnson<
- “Jut when I’m needing a writer’s company and productive enthusiasm, here you are! I’m going to subscribe to your posts and read each one before my writing day!
Profound thanks!” Janice Colman
- “ I know other writers (including myself) who will benefit from the knowledge you are posting. Thank you, by the way, for taking the time to post it. It’s nice to hear what other writers are going through.” Ruth Ann Nordin
- “Great site, great progress and for the lack of a better word, “Great” reading. I like everything you said and some of the things you didn’t say. I have been writing most of my life, and getting published for over 30 years and love it. Some of the things you posted are exactly what I say to newcomers.” Dr. Robert E. McGinnis
-“You’re so dedicated to your craft, and dedicated to writers. Props, gal. Smiles.” Kelly Mortimer. Mortimer Literary Agency
-“Thanks for keeping me up to date Jo-Anne. Congratulations on being the featured artist on the web site. I’m looking forward to the publication of your books!” Dr. Mel Konkel
Dr. Mel Konkel said
Thanks for keeping me up to date Jo-Anne. Congratulations on being the featured artist on the web site. I’m looking forward to the publication of your books! All is well in our world. We’ll get you up to date on our family one day.
Dr Robert E McGinnis said
Great site, great progress and for the lack of a better word, “Great” reading. I like everything you said and some of the things you didn’t say. I have been writing most of my life, and getting published for over 30 years and love it. Some of the things you posted are exactly what I say to newcomers. The first book starts with the first word. Naturally, dreamers and believers are given a head start. The comment about a book in 17 days, if I work straight through, my 280 pages takes me two days, but and that is a big word, it takes my four readers and two editors over six months to hand it back ha, they are slow. Actually, I am bad. I write first for myself, second for my future generations and then if anyone else is interested, I will let them pay for the privilege.
Again, thanks for being a writer, for being open and for being.
If I didn’t know better, from your picture, I would have thought you to be one of my former students from Florida.
gr5mom2 said
Would love to be in Florida right now. Outside temperatures here in Saskatchewan, Canada have plunged down to minus 37 Celcuis with the windchill. Now to put that into perspective for all those fortunate folks who cannot relate: minus 37 Celcuis would freeze skin in less than a minute. And don’t breathe or you’ll freeze your lungs.
Dr. Robert E. McGinnis, I’m so glad you dropped in. Always enjoy meeting new people.
>better tell your staff to get snap’n, they seem to be drag’n<…lol.
A further story into that seventeen days to write my first novel. I must confess, I thought I was finished. I saw my book on the shelves in Coles, just as soon as I found someone who’d type the thing. Little did I know. Good thing, actually. Probably would never have tackled this if I’d know it was going to be this difficult…not–like you, I’m in it NOT for the glory, but for the thrill of setting my characters free from my mind and down onto the screen.
Perhaps some day, my characters will walk off my computer and end up on paper. Now, that would be just way too cool. Good luck with your series. The covers look great.
Jo-Anne
Dr Robert E McGinnis said
I know it has been a long time since you responded to my first post (Dec 13), but Christmas time around here is full speed and non-stop.
First, thanks for the cover comment. I wish I could do as well, I would save money. The covers are not my design. I only sign off on the approval.
You mentioned you would love to be in Florida during some of your northern cold snaps. I no longer live in Florida but many of my book contacts are there. One of my friends, (a former student) lives right on the water and has named his guest bedroom after me. (I have yet to have time to use it.) But, it was a nice thought. I have his three children pictured on many of my websites. You can see their pictures at; http://paradisereaders.ning.com/ Many of my former students are now my close friends and about seven of them have become my relatives. I made it a habit to informally adopt one underprivileged youngster each year.
Thanks again, You have been very kind. rm
I do appreciate your reply, and hopefully, if you respond again, I will get to it in less than two weeks.
My relatives live in Winnipeg and BC. They complain of the cold and when I did in fact live in Florida, they couldn’t understand why I complained about the heat. I am a cold weather boy.
Dr Robert E McGinnis said
I noticed a link to my web page on the a page of your homepage, Wow, thanks, no wonder my books sales has gone through the roof. If you want to post your site on mine, you are welcome. There are several places and ways to do it. First, some of my pages have a comment section for viewers and you can leave a copy of your site there, additionally, you can go to my website mentioned in my previous post, place your address there. No problem and you are welcome. rm
gr5mom2 said
>blushing< Takes a lot to get Jo-Anne to turn red in the face.
I’m sure all credit goes to you, but if my site can help a fellow writer promote, heck I’m there for yeah.
Have a wonderful holiday.
Jo-Anne
PS. The children are adorable and very luck to have you.
Dr Robert E McGinnis said
The Children in the picture have wonderful parents, their parents were refugees from a war, came here, lived in projects, went to school, college, and began several businesses. First, a tee shirt business to pay for high school, then a real estate license to pay for college, and finally a huge mortgage brokerage. They have the typical American success story, Corvettes, water front mansion and all. Besides all of their success, they still come and visit me. Hard to believe.
Hazel Statham said
Fantastic site. With my fourth Trad Regency due out in May, I should know more about promotion, but sadly,it’s still quite a mystery to me. I’m grateful for any advise that leads the way and am so pleased to have found your site.
Regards
Hazel
gr5mom2 said
Hi Hazel;
Glad to help. I’ll send you: Jo-Anne Vandermeulen: Thirteen Tips On Building An Author Platform immediately. On my blog, feel free to click on the category: Marketing and Promoting. This will bring up specific posts on that topic.
Chow for now and good luck.
Jo-Anne
Laurie Wood said
Hi Jo-Anne;
I’ve enjoyed exploring your website/blog! And you live in SK! We lived in Moose Jaw on the base while my dh took pilot training, from march 2006 to late Aug. 2007. We loved it there. We’re now in Winnipeg, while he finishes more training, and are waiting to see in March where we’re heading next, or if he’ll be assigned here for the next three years.
I had to “take” last year off from writing as I fell and shattered my shoulder last January. It took two major surgeries (eventually it was replaced by titanium in to the arm) to get me fixed up and I’m just now back at work in a bookstore. My typing’s improved and luckily I was able to get my handwriting back, although it’s not what it used to be.
I’m excited to “friend” you and am in awe of the resources you offer. Even though we’re playing the waiting game till early March to see what happens next, I want to get back in to my writing. I feel I’ve lost a lot of time.
blessings for the New Year!
Laurie Wood
gr5mom2 said
Hi Laurie;
>Jo-Anne waves to a neighbor<
So excited to meet you, and we’re so close. My world keeps getting smaller. Sorry to hear about your shoulder. Let me tell yeah, I know what it’s like to lose abilities. Not fun. But, all things seem to have a reason in the end. Just need that crystal ball…lol.
Does your hubby know a “Donnie?” I wouldn’t be surprised. Don works on the planes. My husband is a commercial pilot. We have a plane here in Yorkton.
Love Moose Jaw. Use to take my students there for their year end trip. Been there lots. Winnipeg… I don’t want to go there. My husband likes the city but I always get lost. Okay, I’m not that good with directions.
Now I’m side tracked. I’ll send you those resources ASAP. Take care and don’t worry about the ‘time’ thing. The unforeseen can’t be predicted nor can we plan. Just ride with the waves.
Take care.
Jo
laurinw said
Jo-Anne,
Thanks for visiting my blog! I’ve already added your blog link to my blog roll. I’d love to be included in yours. http://www.laurinwittig.wordpress.com
Cheers!
Laurin
gr5mom2 said
Hi Laurin;
Your site has been added to my blog. Your expertise in critiquing and your wealth of knowledge for any writer who wants to learn more about the “craft of writing” will benefit. Thank you.
Jo
Barbara Johnson (Ladyillusion) said
Hi Jo-Anne,
Its Ladyillusion here from Promo Day. I promised that i would email you and i tend to keep my promises! I’ve browsed your website after trying to get through all the material from Promo Day, and will go back and read in-depth your articles.
I think i will be in touch regarding marketing/publishing, as soon as i’m sure which direction i want to go in.
Thanks for taking the time to speak to a novice on Saturday, i really appreciate it.
Take care
Kind regards,
Barbara Johnson (Ladyillusion).
http://www.twitter.com/ladyillusion7
gr5mom2 said
Hi Barbara;
So nice to hear from you and happy to know you found Saturday PROMO DAY worthwhile. I have files of saved information that I’m planning on reading as soon as I can…never can learn too much.
My partner, Brian, was online at our workshop at the same time as you and I were chatting. We are on the same page and REALLY ready to support your marketing/promotion as soon as you’re ready. Just let us know…we’re not going anywhere.
Take care, my friend.
Jo-Anne
Kelly Moran said
Great site, from an authors perspective. xo
Kathleen Heady said
Congratulations! It’s a wonderful feeling, isn’t it? Now to keep the momentum going. That’s the hard part for me.
Dianne G. Sagan said
Jo-Anne,
I tried to leave a comment on your blog about your great new book, “Conquer all Obstacles” but couldn’t get the computer to cooperate. Anyway, that is all to say that I retweeted your announcement and put it on my Facebook. I also wanted to invite you to visit my blog as a guest to promote your book. I’m open for October 23rd thru 30th. If one of those days is good for you, then let me know. If not, we can set up another date.
Best of luck with your book,
Dianne
Jo-Anne Vandermeulen said
Hi Dianne;
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. >Monday mornings are wonderful…:), after reading a comment like this<
Never will I refuse extra EXPOSURE for me and my book (okay…perhaps there's such a thing as negative exposure, but you know what I mean). I'm THRILLED with your offer. Please contact me by email at jo@ppromtionals.net and we can discuss details. With you, having me guest blog on your site, my HEAVY TRAFFIC becomes YOURS, just as YOUR TRAFFIC becomes mine. A WIN-WIN.
Again, thank you for the extra exposre, best wishes, and this near future opportunity.
Blessings;
Jo
Carla (Dzikowski) Lee said
Hi Joanne,
I’m not sure if you remember me, I went to Rocanville K to grade 12, but I was a year behind you in school.
Congratulations on your book! Of course I have to buy it! I can hardly wait to get it. Roxanne (Polvi) Drews just told me about it via Facebook. Being the great reading buff I am, and also one who loves to see others meet their dreams and beat the challenges life throws them, I’m going to order it. Can you please sign it? Order coming through shortly …
Thanks,
Carla
Calgary, AB
Jo-Anne Vandermeulen said
Oh my gosh…it is a day for memories. First Roxanne, and now you…:).
WOW! Oh yes, I remember you. I can see your face clearly. We haven’t changed in apprearance too much over (what is it?) 20 yrs…lol.
I’m thrilled your purchasing my book–sure you’ll recognize the location of some settings I’ve ficticiously named in sweet disguises.
Thank you for your support…and being part of this dream. Its emails or comments like this that truly make me glow.
God bless;
Jo
“Spread the Word – Tell a Friend”
http://vandermeulen.laurusbooks.com/