Hey there! Just a quick note from me @ A French Table
So sorry, but I had a total tech meltdown (the rural France kind - Olympic-level) and lost all my subscribers when my original Substack vanished into the digital void.
Seems like the DNF and one stars I read said there was a very thin plot for Come and Get It, but most even the 1 stars still liked how well-written the book is (and the main character). Is this the famed sophomore book "curse?"
The cover didn't get mentioned from what I read -- it reminds me of a 90s zine and design aesthetic. I think it's not the best, but definitely better than generic book designs trying to look like the previous book that sold well...but that could just be me! :-)
Teddy Swims lovers unite!! <3 Thank you for making this valuable information available to us. As a wanna-be author, your words demystify the fog of publishing.
Hi. I've been a free subscriber for a while, and I've found your content both interesting and enlightening. However, like many authors now, I'm moving from being trad published (in my case in the UK) to being an indie author. Do you think you will be writing/advising about this side of publishing or is it too far outside your experience?
Hi Kathleen! I'm a healthcare marketing & communications writer as well as a memoirist (on submission currently), freelance journalist, and writer of CNF, humor and occasional flash fiction. I live in the Philly area but also have a place at the shore, where I'm looking to downsize and live full-time in the next few years. I'd love to connect with other writers down the shore. Maybe we can connect via LinkedIn or FB (not sure if Substack lets people DM). Anyway, I enjoy your newsletter and look forward to your Writers' Bridge appearance this week.
Thanks for this insight into you. I've sent my recommendation to all (LI and FB)- can we connect on LinkedIn so I can promote you with a ink? LI won't let me connect unless I upgrade. Boo!
Grew up in eastern PA., Penn State, eventually to Charlotte NC. Love the shore (versus the beach in the south).
I loved "getting to know you" like this. What a great idea. This is why I love doing interviews with people I read on here. I am always so curious about their backgrounds and what brought them to this point where they are writing fiction, non-fiction, humour or history etc. I love the back story of people. I owned my own PR company for almost 20 years, so I totally get what you're saying when you talk about disliking having to defend your work. It's hard when everything is measured in numbers as opposed to the time it takes to nurture and build relationships. I feel you on this one.
Fellow Metallica and Depeche Mode loving, Union County alumni here. I found you through Sally Ekus and have really enjoyed your work!! You’re providing an incredible service to the publishing community. I’m here for all of your lists and lowdowns. Thank you!
Hey there! Just a quick note from me @ A French Table
So sorry, but I had a total tech meltdown (the rural France kind - Olympic-level) and lost all my subscribers when my original Substack vanished into the digital void.
Thanks so much for following me - I’d be so grateful if you’d resubscribe here: https://afrenchtable1.substack.com
More stories, ducks, and general disarray coming soon - with fewer Wi-Fi failures. Thanks in advance!
Jenny
Only accomplished publicists understand the art + science of public relations. Well-stated! 👏
Seems like the DNF and one stars I read said there was a very thin plot for Come and Get It, but most even the 1 stars still liked how well-written the book is (and the main character). Is this the famed sophomore book "curse?"
The cover didn't get mentioned from what I read -- it reminds me of a 90s zine and design aesthetic. I think it's not the best, but definitely better than generic book designs trying to look like the previous book that sold well...but that could just be me! :-)
Nice to 'meet' you! Thanks for sharing since I'm new here.
I'm loving the music tastes!! This is a great idea for a newsletter, too. ;)
Teddy Swims lovers unite!! <3 Thank you for making this valuable information available to us. As a wanna-be author, your words demystify the fog of publishing.
Thank you!
Also Irish-Italian. Spent summers on the Jersey Shore. Also 51. Love every band you mentioned. Twinsies.
Very cool!
Congratulations on completing your MBA this spring! 🎈
Nice taste in music ;)
Thank you!
Been going down the shore since I was a kid--Avalon, Stone Harbor, Wildwood Crest, Ocean City. Love it!
Hi. I've been a free subscriber for a while, and I've found your content both interesting and enlightening. However, like many authors now, I'm moving from being trad published (in my case in the UK) to being an indie author. Do you think you will be writing/advising about this side of publishing or is it too far outside your experience?
Yes, 100%. I’ve been working on a piece.
Hi Kathleen! I'm a healthcare marketing & communications writer as well as a memoirist (on submission currently), freelance journalist, and writer of CNF, humor and occasional flash fiction. I live in the Philly area but also have a place at the shore, where I'm looking to downsize and live full-time in the next few years. I'd love to connect with other writers down the shore. Maybe we can connect via LinkedIn or FB (not sure if Substack lets people DM). Anyway, I enjoy your newsletter and look forward to your Writers' Bridge appearance this week.
Only been here a while; already learning!
Thanks for this insight into you. I've sent my recommendation to all (LI and FB)- can we connect on LinkedIn so I can promote you with a ink? LI won't let me connect unless I upgrade. Boo!
Grew up in eastern PA., Penn State, eventually to Charlotte NC. Love the shore (versus the beach in the south).
Sure.
I loved "getting to know you" like this. What a great idea. This is why I love doing interviews with people I read on here. I am always so curious about their backgrounds and what brought them to this point where they are writing fiction, non-fiction, humour or history etc. I love the back story of people. I owned my own PR company for almost 20 years, so I totally get what you're saying when you talk about disliking having to defend your work. It's hard when everything is measured in numbers as opposed to the time it takes to nurture and build relationships. I feel you on this one.
Thank you so much!
Fleetwood Mac! 🙌🏻 Love the form of this post.
Thank you!
Fellow Metallica and Depeche Mode loving, Union County alumni here. I found you through Sally Ekus and have really enjoyed your work!! You’re providing an incredible service to the publishing community. I’m here for all of your lists and lowdowns. Thank you!
Thank you and glad to meet you!