November 27, 2017, part 2:
They’re here! The box with 50 copies of my
first book arrived at 1:35pm on Monday, November 27th. As I tore away the packaging, my first thought
was what if they’re ugly? Where did
that come from??? I had no way of knowing what my reaction would be, but I
certainly didn’t expect that! I lovingly examined the front and back cover from
crack to corner before opening the first page. I read the author’s bio, the acknowledgment
and the dedication with tears in my eyes. From first word to finished product
seemed like a lifetime, but holding the first copy shouted reality. I’m a published author! I quickly tore
out of my office and across the hall, up and down the corridor shouting, “It’s
here! It’s here!” Some of my coworkers even applauded. My second big news is that
I have scheduled my first book signing! It doesn’t get any better than this!
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All the disappointment from the almost nabbed contracts to the outright rejections and everything in between fall far short of the jubilation of holding your first book, the tangible proof of your years-long literary efforts. Heart-thumping joy. Toe-tapping joy. Running-up-and-down-the-hallway-like-a-wild-woman joy. You've earned the right. Enjoy and celebrate.
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