I am thrilled to bits to be able to say that Headline will be publishing my first two crime novels. SOMEONE ELSE'S SKIN will be published in the UK in February 2014. LONG GONE will follow in 2015, with a third book also optioned. With thanks to my lovely agent, Jane Gregory, and her fabulous team for keeping the faith. If you've been following this blog for any length of time, you will know that I have been chasing this prize for some time. The pieces of the puzzle finally fell into place this week, and I couldn't be happier. More to follow soon! The image, by the way, is of the Udumbara - that miraculous flower found under a nun's washing machine on Lushan Mountain in China. Isn't it astounding?
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Well deserved, genuinely htrilled for you, Sarah.
Thank you, Nuala!
Sarah, you deserve this and it is going to be such a ride for you. I am completely thrilled and proud of you. If you ever need a sounding board about anything, from another relative newbie in this world, don't hesitate.
Thank you, lovely Claire, that's so kind of you. I may well call on you as my trailblazer...!
You are a star, and the wait will have been worth it. I am proud as punch! Yee ha!
Thank you, V. It still feels unreal but I have a first meeting with Headline next Wednesday, after which things will start to take proper shape. x
You are such an inspiration, Sarah, I know how hard you have worked for this, that it's not just incredible writing talent but a story of perseverance too. Yippee! Cannot wait to toast to your success (when my tonsils return to their normal size)!
Thank you, Tania, and get well soon please! Dying to celebrate with you as your support has been unflagging. x
Fantastic, Sarah. I'm absolutely delighted for you and - as I've said before - you deserve it! I'm making space on my bookshelf right now. x
P.S. I bet Millie can't stop dancing! Hope to see you soon. x
Thank you, Deb! x
You're right about Milly! Yes, let's get together soon. x
Congratulations! Wonderful news!
Thanks, Nik!
Congratulations! It's a great feeling, isn't it? Now, all those tweaks and edits...
Thanks, Rebecca. It's an amazing feeling, yes. Tweaks, edits and writing the next book!
Congratulations, Sarah. You've been active in the writing community and always a source of positivity. Now, if you can just hold that door open!
Thanks, Derek. I'll prop it open with my draft ms...!
Adding to the verbals with more HUGE CONGRATS right here! I look forward to reading!
Thanks, Rhian - can't wait for you to read it...!
Such fabulous, fabulous news! Congratulations! I can't imagine how you feel. I'm awed by your incredible determination and endurance in making this happen, by your modesty and of course, your huge talent. You deserve every success and I hope the future holds great things for you.
Thank you, Dr L! Yes it's been a slog and a half but that makes this "prize" even better. *g*
Huge congrats, I don't know how I missed this. Very, very pleased for you.
Thanks, Cally, I'm thrilled to bits.
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