OMFG OMFG OMFG
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flowsoffireJust self-published my first novel as an ebook on Amazon… Should be available in the next 48 hours. OH MY WHAT IS HAPPENING TO ME
*flails everywhere*
(French, btw. Self-translating hasn't happened yet, probably will at some point, but it's not like I'm not already translating a novel atm.)
*nerves nerves nerves*
XD I'm a mess. Keep calm and watch Doctor Who, they said. Well, I use that baby metaphor—like a couple of other authors probably… Can one watch Doctor Who while they're in freaking labour? =P (Mind you, all I have to do right now is wait. The Eleven syndrome is kicking in though… Patience is for wimps =P)
OMFG OMFG some more…
*flails everywhere*
(French, btw. Self-translating hasn't happened yet, probably will at some point, but it's not like I'm not already translating a novel atm.)
*nerves nerves nerves*
XD I'm a mess. Keep calm and watch Doctor Who, they said. Well, I use that baby metaphor—like a couple of other authors probably… Can one watch Doctor Who while they're in freaking labour? =P (Mind you, all I have to do right now is wait. The Eleven syndrome is kicking in though… Patience is for wimps =P)
OMFG OMFG some more…
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Date: 2013-07-09 03:45 pm (UTC)I've been debating about self publishing too. Only problem is that I sent the entire book to the editors/publishers of a company. I've received an e-mail from them telling me they received it, but haven't heard back from them with their thoughts of it yet.
Congrats again, Azzie for your success at being a published author! I wish you more success in the future and hope that more books can come from you!
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Date: 2013-07-09 04:22 pm (UTC)Of course, haha. Just watch me pimp ;) The ebook market isn't the easiest (well, the "normal" market isn't very kind to every author either!) so it's really all about word of mouth and getting as many people talking about your book as possible. So yeah, if you've got a friend looking for what to read during the holidays… You know what to advise! ;)
So yes, I'll post a link as soon as the book is available :)
Ah, I get you—I was in your situation too: I'd sent the book for a contest, and so of course I had to wait till I got results (didn't make it, as I expected given the type of contest, so now there's no problem). But you can still look into the matter while you wait, and keep your fingers crossed about the publishers!
*hugs* ♥♥♥
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Date: 2013-07-09 06:12 pm (UTC)Unfortunately, I don't think my book sounds very promising and even when I sent it to the publishers I had my doubts about it. So I am waiting for my letter of rejection with grace and impatience ;)
Who was your inspiration when you began writing your book?
Congrats again!
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Date: 2013-07-09 06:21 pm (UTC)Indeed, translations are great but it's also very nice to read the first version ;)
Haha, once more, getting that. I had the exact same reaction with the contest… ;) Well, I didn't think my book was entirely rubbish, which is progress =P But certainly not good enough to make it with all the competition.
Do let me know what happens all the same!
Oh, I wouldn't say I had someone as inspiration… Well, the house by the sea idea kind of did remind me of Bonjour Tristesse. Have you read it? EXCELLENT book. Though my story is a lot different. And I was also reminded of Les Petits Mouchoirs, though I haven't seen that one—definitely should.
Thanks again! ♥
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Date: 2013-07-09 04:16 pm (UTC)no subject
Date: 2013-07-09 04:24 pm (UTC)I'm translating for a self-published author, so that's really what made me more familiar with Amazon and kind of boosted me, else I would probably never have gotten there…
What are your books about? ^_^
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Date: 2013-07-09 05:15 pm (UTC)Keep me up to date on the progress of the French post, if you like :)
Sorry for disappearing again btw, busy still/again :S
Shiny icons, btw ;)
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Date: 2013-07-09 05:56 pm (UTC)Heh, it might take a while =P At least till I've finished the current translation, soooo… Few months. We'll see!
Yes, I will! :D Thanks!
It's okay, don't worry ♥ I completely understand.
And YES! :D I'm not sure if I've mentioned in my last message the ICONS SPREE I had a few days ago. 70 new ones in an evening? =P Rings any bells?
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Date: 2013-07-09 07:57 pm (UTC)Why didn't I learn French?
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Date: 2013-07-09 07:59 pm (UTC)Can't learn every language =P I'll translate it at some point… Might take a long while though.
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Date: 2013-07-09 08:11 pm (UTC)Ha, true... XD Yeah, I imagine after publishing a novel, the last thing you want is to translate that same novel, heh! Rest up after the labour!
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Date: 2013-07-09 08:35 pm (UTC)I've actually been thinking about it for a while—I wouldn't have done it straight after the editing cause that was long and dire, but it's been a couple of months now—I'd entered it for a contest so I had to wait till I knew for sure I was out. I'd been planning to get to work between the last novel I translated and the one I started recently, actually, but I ended up catching up on late emails and going on a Doctor Who binge instead… =P
I'm panting and clutching my laptop XD OUT OUT OUT!
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Date: 2013-07-09 08:06 pm (UTC)Congratulations! This is amazing! Let me know when the link is up, I would be more than interested, especially for the long holiday trips. Your summary sounds very interesting, I love big family reunion where everything goes wrong... Wonderful!
I'm so proud of you *grinning like an idiot*, et si en plus tu écris aussi bien en français qu'en anglais...
Champagne?
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Date: 2013-07-09 08:31 pm (UTC)Thank youuuuuuuu! :D Of course, believe me, everybody will know :D Hehe. Pimping ftw.
*jumps up and down* Well, if you read it, leave me a comment? :D It's really important to boost sales, so… Actually, I just read online that it's even good to make one's friends repeatedly click on the novel on Amazon, even if they don't buy it, because it keeps it amongst the most popular entries or something? Idk, it made me laugh :D *hugs tight* I really hope you'll like it ;)
Haha, I try my best :D You'll have to tell me. THANK YOU AGAIN. I'll have that champagne. Disgracefully :D
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Date: 2013-07-11 01:05 pm (UTC)Just saw your other post ;).
I definitely will! Though you can expect some crazy reviews à la AO3... I just have to borrow a kindle... Or are there programs to read ebooks on computers? I think there are!
*hugs back* I have no fear.
Tchin!
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Date: 2013-07-11 01:27 pm (UTC):D OMFG, delicious. I can't wait to see that ♥ Though as I said on the other comment, no pressure. ♥
I just have to borrow a kindle... Or are there programs to read ebooks on computers? I think there are!
Yes, there's a free app to read on computers or tablets—I linked it in my other post :D
Love youuuu ♥
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