Finally...

[przed]

I've done it. I've got a complete, beta'd, Brit checked, copy edited and formatted version of the Pros novel I've been working on for ::mumble::mumble:: years.

Call me gobsmacked.

Looks like it will actually be printed and ready for Close Quarters.

And it should be stunning to look at, too, since the generous and talented artconserv has agreed to do the cover and interior art. (Let's just say that the pieces I've seen so far make me very, very happy.)

Stay tuned for more information...

Comments

[gblvr.livejournal.com]

This is awesome news! Are you coming this year?

[przed.livejournal.com]

I'm extremely chuffed. And yes, I am coming! Hooray for an indulgent Sweetie who's willing to hold down the fort whilst I swan off to cons.

[draycevixen.livejournal.com]

Congratulations!

I'm guessing from "gobsmacked" that the shock hasn't worn off enough yet to just be basking in the glow of being finished. *g*

[przed.livejournal.com]

Thanks!

There's not much basking yet. Just a lot of talking myself out of doing yet another read through, in case there's another typo no one's yet found. I'm hoping basking will kick in soon. *g*

[shayheyred.livejournal.com]

Bodie and Doyle are very, very proud of you.

[przed.livejournal.com]

Awwww.

[kiwisue.livejournal.com]

Congratulations! Looking forward to ordering details :)

[przed.livejournal.com]

Thanks! I'm hoping I'll have the details by the end of the month.

[matociquala.livejournal.com]

Congrats! A novel is a big deal.

[przed.livejournal.com]

Thanks!

And now that I know I can put that many words together, I can get to work on those two fantasy novels I've got outlined.

[graculus.livejournal.com]

*applauds* Brava! :)

[przed.livejournal.com]

::takes bow:: *g*

[siskiou.livejournal.com]

Ooohh! Details please! :)
If only the con were a little closer!

[przed.livejournal.com]

All I'll say for now is that the primary action takes place in Ireland.

Details on price and ordering to follow once I talk to the print shop, which will be in 2 to 4 weeks.

And the con will be coming soon enough, I'm sure.

[byslantedlight.livejournal.com]

Oh well done, that's brilliant! Wheee! *g* I hope it'll be available to those of us over the other side of the pond as well..?

[przed.livejournal.com]

Thanks! It's a relief to have it done. And of course it will be available to those of you on the other side of the pond. *g*

[msmoat.livejournal.com]

Yay! Yet another reason to look forward to CQ! And, boy, isn't it a relief as well as a great feeling of accomplishment? Well done!

[przed.livejournal.com]

I'm just sort of astounded I managed to put that many words down, and then to whip them into shape. (With a lot of help from my friends, I might add.)

[londonronnie.livejournal.com]

Excellent news! It's great to know that you've got everything done and dusted in time for Close Quarters!

I'm really looking forward to seeing the zine, especially when the story's accompanied by Lorraine's always brilliant artwork.

Well done!

[przed.livejournal.com]

It wouldn't have been nearly as good without your input. Thank you again!

Lorraine's art is stunning. Can't wait to see what she does with the covers.

[sc-fossil.livejournal.com]

Congratulations! How wonderful. I have money... *g*

[przed.livejournal.com]

Thanks! I'll be ready to take your money at the con. *eg*

[gilda-elise.livejournal.com]

I can't wait to read it! Unfortunately, I have to, since I'm not going to the con this year. :-( But I do have someone who's going to pick me up a copy!

[przed.livejournal.com]

Boo that you can't come to the con. But hooray for friends who pick up zines! (Hope you enjoy it.)

[beledibabe.livejournal.com]

Yay!!!

::pulls out wallet::

[przed.livejournal.com]

::gets ready to take your money:: *g*

[pxr5.livejournal.com]

congrats!!!!

I wish I could make it to Close Quarters, but it's not looking likely. Will you have copies available for snail-mail order?

[przed.livejournal.com]

Thanks! And there will definitely be snail-mail orders going out. Stay tuned.

BTW, are you going to WorldCon? I just got my membership and booked a hotel.

[norfolkdumpling.livejournal.com]

Congratulations!!! That's really great news. :D

[przed.livejournal.com]

Thanks! I can't believe I'm in the home stretch with this story.

[agentxpndble.livejournal.com]

Squee!

[przed.livejournal.com]

I printed off a first stab at the PDF yesterday and had a "wow, I really did it" moment. Yay!

[probodie.livejournal.com]

Woot! ::bounces:: I cannot wait to see it *g*

[przed.livejournal.com]

I'm looking forward to seeing the printed version myself. *g*

[shooting2kill.livejournal.com]

Oh, *well done*! I look forward to reading it.

[przed.livejournal.com]

Thanks! I hope you enjoy it.

[callistosh65.livejournal.com]

*Knew* there was something I was forgetting to do.. and that was congratulate you on getting this up and ready - Well done!!!! It's a terrific accomplishment and you should be chest-bustingly proud of it, me dear.

[przed.livejournal.com]

Thanks! It's a relief. (Though now there's the stress of getting it the layout done for the printer...)

Thank you again for giving it a read through. You totally helped me improve it.

[partners4life.livejournal.com]

I can't wait to buy it!

[przed.livejournal.com]

I hope you enjoy it when you do. (I just added the draft versions of the illustrations to the pdf, and they look stunning.)

[ancastar.livejournal.com]

Congratulations! I know this was a long time coming. :-)

[przed.livejournal.com]

Thanks! It would not have been nearly as good without your input. You (and your Buffy analogy) single-handedly gave me the key to making the Doyle side of the story work.

[tovalentin.livejournal.com]

Congratulations indeed! This is really exciting. This is the novel that we talked about a couple of years ago, right? Or rather, the story that really needed to be a novel?

[przed.livejournal.com]

Try seven years ago. And yeah, it's the story that needed to be a novel. I have you to thank for pushing me in the right direction. So thank you!

Congratulations

[beauregard.livejournal.com]

I will not be at Close Quarters but I will want a copy of your novel. Heck, I will drive to your front door to pick it up :-)

I am so happy for you.

Re: Congratulations

[przed.livejournal.com]

Aww, thanks! I'm sure driving to my front door will not be necessary. *g*