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The Book Deal

June 8, 2014 By Linda 61 Comments

navy-white-screen-porch-hydrangea

The headline pretty much says it all, right?

 

Yes, there is a book deal. And no, it’s not for my YA fantasy fiction novel that I wrote seven years ago …

 

I wish.

 

It involves crafts using a particular glass vessel that some use for canning and preserving food.

 

Now, I’ve known about this deal for months. I haven’t shared because, well, I didn’t want to sound braggy. And also because it still feels surreal. I haven’t even cashed the advance check …

 

It’s just sitting there taunting me. Mocking me. Reminding me that my publisher might change their mind. Or that I’ll turn in my first draft and they’ll tell me it’s trash and unusable and there is no salvaging the train wreck of a book I submitted and demand I return that advance check ASAP …

 

and tell me to rip up that contract I signed.

 

So yes, I am worried about this whole book thing.

 

And the only reason I’m sharing now is out of necessity. A deadline is looming. Large.

 

July 1.

 

That’s not very far away. And I still have a lot of work to do. Tutorials to photograph. And write. And edit.

 

And then there’s what I’m calling the “beauty shots” …

 

those pretty staged photos to introduce the projects.

 

And the cover photo.

 

Yes, I’m shaking in my books. Doubting and questioning my photography skills along the way …

 

and scrapping failed project ideas left and right …

 

eek!

 

The point of all this is that I’ll be blogging light over the next few weeks. All work on the house has come to a screeching halt. And all I can think of and craft with are those glass vessels that some use to can and preserve food …

Smile

Linda Signature Gold

P.S. If you’re wondering why this post is accompanied by a basket of hydrangeas, I have no good explanation other than the fact that I need a photo to accompany all my posts. And hydrangeas make me happy …

navy-white-outdoor-porch-hydrangea

 

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Comments

  1. Anne@DesignDreams says

    June 8, 2014 at 6:59 pm

    Congrats! How fabulous!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!11

    Reply
    • Linda says

      June 8, 2014 at 7:56 pm

      Thanks so much Anne!

      Reply
  2. Kim says

    June 8, 2014 at 7:01 pm

    Congrats, girl! Now get to work!!

    Reply
  3. Ashley@AttemptsAtDomestication says

    June 8, 2014 at 8:15 pm

    Congratulations Linda! That is amazing!

    Reply
  4. Laurel Stephens says

    June 8, 2014 at 9:31 pm

    OMG! Congratulations!!

    Reply
    • Linda says

      June 9, 2014 at 7:28 am

      Thank you so much Laurel! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Marty Walden says

    June 8, 2014 at 10:18 pm

    That’s is totally amazing, Linda! You need to just brag away because that’s an achievement! Congrats!

    Reply
  6. Shannon Fox Hollow Cottage says

    June 9, 2014 at 12:53 am

    Exciting!!!! We will be here cheering you on. And yes, July first is coming up quick. Get it done so you can enjoy the 4th holiday and those fireworks will feel like they are all for you :)))

    Reply
    • Linda says

      June 9, 2014 at 7:27 am

      Love that idea Shannon … a whole celebration just for me! Ha! Thank you so much!!! 🙂 Linda

      Reply
  7. laura@top this top that says

    June 9, 2014 at 1:02 am

    this is amazing news. congratulations to you . wow. happy tears are flowing for you right now.

    Reply
    • Linda says

      June 9, 2014 at 7:26 am

      You are too sweet! Thank you! 🙂

      Reply
  8. kirbycarespodi says

    June 9, 2014 at 4:23 am

    YAY!!! FINALLY!!!! And if you need an extra pair of hands at the end of the month…

    Reply
    • Linda says

      June 9, 2014 at 7:25 am

      Thanks for your excitement, my friend! I might need a whole extra crew at the end of the month! I see a few late nights in my future … 😉

      Reply
  9. Debbie says

    June 9, 2014 at 5:45 am

    Never doubt yourself, you are amazing, beautiful and talented! Congratulations! I can’t wait to see your beautiful projects in print!
    Xo,
    Debbie

    Reply
    • Linda says

      June 9, 2014 at 7:24 am

      You are too sweet Debbie! Thank you for all your support and encouragement! 🙂

      Reply
  10. Gerri K says

    June 9, 2014 at 6:19 am

    Congratulations! I can’t wait till the book comes out!

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    • Linda says

      June 9, 2014 at 7:24 am

      Thank you! 🙂

      Reply
  11. karen@somewhatquirky says

    June 9, 2014 at 6:33 am

    You go girl! Congrats! Do you need an assistant for a few days? I’m just a hop skip and jump away…..

    Reply
    • Linda says

      June 9, 2014 at 7:23 am

      I might take you up on that! Thanks so much, my friend! 🙂

      Reply
  12. Deneen says

    June 9, 2014 at 7:39 am

    So happy for you Linda! Take a deep breath and shine like always.

    Reply
    • Linda says

      June 9, 2014 at 11:12 am

      Thanks so much for your support Deneen! And congrats to you on that magazine feature!!! 🙂 Linda

      Reply
  13. Ashley@BiggerthantheThreeofUs says

    June 9, 2014 at 8:31 am

    Go you! Excited for you.

    Reply
    • Linda says

      June 9, 2014 at 11:11 am

      Thank you Ashley! Exciting and frightening all wrapped into one! 🙂 Linda

      Reply
  14. Shannon M says

    June 9, 2014 at 8:58 am

    Wow!!! What an accomplishment!!!! I can’t wait to buy your book!!! Don’t be worried…. It will be amazing!! Just think back to what inspired you to start painting your mason jars.. Take a deep breath and create!!!
    Happy Day!!!

    Reply
    • Linda says

      June 9, 2014 at 11:10 am

      You are so sweet – and thank you! Deep breaths …. 🙂

      Reply
  15. kleinworthco says

    June 9, 2014 at 9:19 am

    CONGRATS!!!!!!!!! It’s going to be GREAT!!!!! I am so happy for you!

    Reply
    • Linda says

      June 9, 2014 at 11:10 am

      Thank you so much!!! 🙂

      Reply
  16. jillflory says

    June 9, 2014 at 10:13 am

    Awww Linda that is so awesome! So very very happy for you! Enjoy every minute – you are living a dream of mine! 🙂

    Reply
    • Linda says

      June 9, 2014 at 11:09 am

      Thank you Jill! I’m sure your dream will come true too … you are so talented and have so much to share! 🙂 Linda

      Reply
  17. Vikki says

    June 9, 2014 at 1:55 pm

    Relax, take a deep breath, you will do a GREAT job! I love your blog and I will be looking forward to seeing your book. Best of luck.
    PS: I love the Hydrangeas in the basket too.

    Reply
    • Linda says

      June 9, 2014 at 8:09 pm

      You are too sweet and kind Vikki! Thank you for those sweet words of encouragement! 🙂

      Reply
  18. cupcake1657 says

    June 9, 2014 at 2:24 pm

    YOU CAN do this!!! I’ll buy the book when it hits the stands and I’m sure everyone of your followers will too. Congratulations and get crackin’…..lol

    Reply
    • Linda says

      June 9, 2014 at 8:08 pm

      You are so sweet!!! Let’s hope I can finish it all up so I’ll have a book to sell! 😉

      Reply
  19. Ann says

    June 9, 2014 at 3:43 pm

    Oh my gosh. I can hardly breathe I am so excited for you. This could not have happened to a more deserving person and I am so happy for you. Sort of proud too. I can say I knew you when. lol. Get to work. Once you get started it will all come easily. I’m sure of it. Holler if you need any help.

    Reply
  20. Ann says

    June 9, 2014 at 3:47 pm

    Oh. And I want a signed copy and another one to give away on my blog. So make sure and let us know how to buy this when it comes out.

    Reply
    • Linda says

      June 9, 2014 at 8:07 pm

      I’m so happy that you want one and to share with your readers!!! Thank you so much my friend! 🙂

      Reply
  21. the Painted Apron says

    June 9, 2014 at 7:39 pm

    Congrats! That is huge! Oh, and hydrangeas make me happy too 🙂
    Jenna

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    • Linda says

      June 9, 2014 at 8:07 pm

      Thank you so much!!! 🙂

      Reply
  22. blissranch says

    June 10, 2014 at 8:21 am

    The helll ‘ya say? I’m getting an autographed copy.

    Reply
  23. Jena says

    June 10, 2014 at 8:55 am

    Congrats Linda! So happy for you! I’m sure the book will be great 🙂

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    • Linda says

      June 13, 2014 at 9:55 am

      Thank you Jena! But my book news pales in comparison to your big news!!! A HUGE congrats to you!!! 🙂

      Reply
  24. Thistle says

    June 10, 2014 at 9:07 am

    Just saw this on Facebook and had to stop by and wish you the happiest of congratulations. You totally deserve the success and they are lucky to have you write for them. I’ll be standing in line to buy a copy.

    Happy day friend,
    me

    Reply
  25. Kimberly ~ SerendipityRefined says

    June 10, 2014 at 9:19 am

    OH MY GOSH!!!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!! I’m so very happy for you, my dear friend! xoxo

    Reply
  26. Karah @ thespacebetweenblog says

    June 10, 2014 at 9:44 am

    Congrats Linda!! That is so exciting! And I know a lot of work. I’ll be the one ready to toast with a bottle of Pinot Grigio on July 2nd!!

    Reply
  27. Elena Sullivan says

    June 10, 2014 at 10:17 am

    Ahhh! Linda, I am so excited for you!! This is wonderful news. 🙂 (And I can say that I knew you when it all started… with paint… and a particular glass vessel that some use for canning and preserving food…)

    Reply
  28. Lynda says

    June 10, 2014 at 10:20 am

    Yeah that so sooooo awesome congratulations!!! How exciting!!

    Reply
  29. jaxdecor says

    June 10, 2014 at 11:08 am

    Hydrangeas make me happy too 🙂 Congrats on the book deal! I’m sure you’ll get it done by the deadline and it’ll be awesome!

    Reply
  30. Debbie says

    June 10, 2014 at 11:17 am

    Yippe congrats! How exciting!

    Reply
  31. Mary of Front Porch Ideas and More says

    June 10, 2014 at 3:34 pm

    This news really makes my day, Linda! I am very excited to see your book. Just do whatever is necessary this month to make your own self feel proud and you know everyone else will love it!! My warmest congratulations!

    Reply
    • Linda says

      June 13, 2014 at 9:57 am

      Mary – you are so sweet!!! And thank you so much for your support and encouragement!!! It truly made my day!!! 🙂

      Reply
  32. Sharon Rexroad's Bringing Creativity 2 Life says

    June 10, 2014 at 5:35 pm

    I’ve been thinking for over a YEAR that this book was in your future. So excited for you that that future is NOW!

    Reply
    • Linda says

      June 13, 2014 at 9:53 am

      Thank you so much Sharon! And, yes, the future is very exciting. And NOW is quickly approaching!!!! 🙂 Linda

      Reply
  33. Suzan says

    June 11, 2014 at 1:32 am

    How over the top exciting Linda !!!
    Incredible news 🙂
    XOXOXOXOXO

    Reply
  34. handgrs says

    June 11, 2014 at 7:40 am

    Congratulations, Linda! I’m so, so happy for you and it’s so well deserved! Can’t wait to get a copy for myself. Any chance I could get the author to sign it???

    Reply
    • Linda says

      June 13, 2014 at 9:52 am

      You are too sweet! And absolutely you can have a signed copy! I now need to work on my penmanship — it’s gotten a bit sloppy these days! 🙂 Linda

      Reply
  35. Heidi @ Decor & More says

    June 11, 2014 at 2:13 pm

    Congrats, Linda!! I’m sure it will be amazing! Let me know if you need a reveiwer when the time comes!
    xo Heidi

    Reply
    • Linda says

      June 13, 2014 at 9:51 am

      Thank you so much Heidi! And I will absolutely take you up on that offer!!! 🙂

      Reply
  36. costello50 says

    July 18, 2014 at 6:25 pm

    Awesome and exciting! Thank you for sharing. Hope you have cashed that advance check by now, I’m sure you’ve worked your butt off to earn it just getting to that deadline:)

    Reply
    • Linda says

      July 19, 2014 at 9:30 am

      Thank you! And, yes, I finally did cash that advance! 🙂 Linda

      Reply
  37. Alastair Harvey says

    July 25, 2014 at 9:37 am

    Hi Linda,
    Congratulation 🙂 Thanks for sharing.
    Keep posting.

    Reply

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