Thursday, 31 January 2013

I have a publisher!

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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24 comments:

  1. Group 831 January 2013 at 19:10

    Well deserved, genuinely htrilled for you, Sarah.

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  2. Sarah Hilary31 January 2013 at 19:11

    Thank you, Nuala!

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  3. Claire King31 January 2013 at 19:30

    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.

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  4. Sarah Hilary31 January 2013 at 19:33

    Thank you, lovely Claire, that's so kind of you. I may well call on you as my trailblazer...!

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  5. Vanessa Gebbie31 January 2013 at 20:25

    You are a star, and the wait will have been worth it. I am proud as punch! Yee ha!

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  6. Sarah Hilary31 January 2013 at 20:29

    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

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  7. Tania Hershman1 February 2013 at 09:39

    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)!

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  8. Sarah Hilary1 February 2013 at 09:48

    Thank you, Tania, and get well soon please! Dying to celebrate with you as your support has been unflagging. x

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  9. Deb Rickard1 February 2013 at 10:27

    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

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  10. Deb Rickard1 February 2013 at 10:29

    P.S. I bet Millie can't stop dancing! Hope to see you soon. x

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  11. Sarah Hilary1 February 2013 at 10:29

    Thank you, Deb! x

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  12. Sarah Hilary1 February 2013 at 10:29

    You're right about Milly! Yes, let's get together soon. x

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  13. Anonymous1 February 2013 at 12:00

    Congratulations! Wonderful news!

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  14. Sarah Hilary1 February 2013 at 12:17

    Thanks, Nik!

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  15. Rebecca Alexander1 February 2013 at 12:21

    Congratulations! It's a great feeling, isn't it? Now, all those tweaks and edits...

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  16. Sarah Hilary1 February 2013 at 12:56

    Thanks, Rebecca. It's an amazing feeling, yes. Tweaks, edits and writing the next book!

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  17. DT2 February 2013 at 16:36

    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!

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  18. Sarah Hilary3 February 2013 at 16:12

    Thanks, Derek. I'll prop it open with my draft ms...!

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  19. crimeficreader3 February 2013 at 20:21

    Adding to the verbals with more HUGE CONGRATS right here! I look forward to reading!

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  20. Sarah Hilary4 February 2013 at 06:47

    Thanks, Rhian - can't wait for you to read it...!

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  21. Dr L4 February 2013 at 14:06

    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.

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  22. Sarah Hilary4 February 2013 at 14:25

    Thank you, Dr L! Yes it's been a slog and a half but that makes this "prize" even better. *g*

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  23. CL Taylor6 February 2013 at 21:16

    Huge congrats, I don't know how I missed this. Very, very pleased for you.

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  24. Sarah Hilary6 February 2013 at 21:34

    Thanks, Cally, I'm thrilled to bits.

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