Dear friends,
I have a new book, and I have you (and many others) to thank for it. I could not have written it without the years of encouragement and support you have given. WRITE WITH ME is part poetry, part memoir, and part journal.
At first, I planned to write a book for my grandchildren. It was just going to be a few poems and stories about my life with space for my grandchildren to write about theirs. Then, I remembered the way my former students often struggled to find topics to write about. I started adding poems (some new, some previously published) exploring emotions, regrets, identity... WRITE WITH ME grew into an interactive journal I hope will inspire writers of all ages the way GOOD LUCK GOLD & MORE inspired me.
A lot of people helped me make this book a reality as you can see by my long list of acknowledgements. I am honored to be part of the Poetry Friday community where we share our love for poetry. I'm very grateful to all of you for your kind comments and encouragement since this blog began in 2008. Each week, I look forward to reading your blog posts and have learned so much from you.
Congratulations, Linda! I love the idea of connecting with people through writing together. I hope that someone who reads your book drops you a note with some of their writing that you inspired. How exciting!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Tracey. I hope so too!
DeleteLinda, congratulations on your new publication. "Part poetry, part memoir, and part journal" sounds like a great combination. I like that your emphasis is on young writers.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Denise. I hope it inspires them to write their own poems and stories.
DeleteHow exciting! The perseverance it takes to create a full manuscript is admirable. Will you be at NCTE with copies? I'd love to get a signed one.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Margaret. No, I won't be at NCTE this year, but if you want a signed copy, I can send you one.
DeleteLinda, CONGRATULATIONS! I can't wait to learn more about you through your poems! I must have a signed copy. I will email you. xo
ReplyDeleteThank you, Irene. I'd be honored to send you a signed copy and look forward to your email. xo
DeleteWow, Linda, you did it! Congratulations for this new book. I imagine it will be a joy for teens, will find it for my granddaughters!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Linda! I wrote it for ages 10 and up so I hope your granddaughters will enjoy it!
DeleteCongratulations on such an accomplishment Linda. What a treasure for your grandchildren!- Patricia
ReplyDeleteThank you, Patricia!
DeleteWow, congratulations, Linda! How fantastic that you were inspired by Janet's book (I also love it). Can't wait to read yours.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Linda! A beautiful book, and a wonderful gift to grandkids.
ReplyDeleteThank you!
DeleteCongratulations, Linda! This looks like an inspiring journal for kids and oldsters (like me!)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for all the support and encouragement, Buffy!
DeleteOh, how wonderful! Congratulations! I love reading about how this book evolved. What a treasure for your grandchildren and now for so many others!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! I hope it inspires some poems and stories!
ReplyDeleteWhat a useful, rewarding project! I am touched to be acknowledged --- it was my pleasure!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Tabatha! I appreciate you including my poems in your wonderful anthologies.
DeleteTweens + teens will LOVE this book!!!
ReplyDeleteIt wouldn't have been possible without your wonderful mentor text and support over the years! Thank you!
DeleteFabulous! Congratulations!
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DeleteHow wonderful! I'd love to learn more about your process of making it "good enough" for publication. I struggle with that. How wonderful for your grands and for all of us!
ReplyDeleteI struggle with "good enough" too, and I am nervous about sharing it with "the world". In the Introduction, I say that journal writing doesn't have to be perfect. I wanted the book to reflect the way I write in my journal, so that took a little of the pressure off. : )
DeleteCongratulations! A standing ovation with thundering applause!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Mary Lee!
DeleteMany Congratulations Linda for this terrific accomplishment!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Michelle!
ReplyDeleteCONGRATS on the new book, Linda!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Anastasia!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Linda! Your book looks terrific. I look forward to reading it. It takes a lot of courage to share your words with the world. Sending you a congratulatory hug. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Bridget. It is scary to share my words, but I'm hoping my poems and stories might help someone else feel less alone and share their words too.
DeleteLinda, I am so thrilled for you. Congratulations on taking a big step forward. The cover art is full of promise of what is to come. I would love to read through the book and review it if this is an option. Janet is a wonderful mentor. Thanks for telling me about her book.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Carol. I would love for you to review my book. People tell me Amazon reviews are very important. If you email (or DM me on Facebook with your address), I'll gladly send you a copy.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Linda. What a testament to your own hard work and the magic of the Poetry Friday community. I am sure it will inspire many more poems from its readers.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Sally!
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