Little Gale Gumbo has been out in the world now for 14 days. It’s been a wonderful ride so far, and I’ve got lots more road ahead.
But if you’ll forgive a writer getting more mileage out of a cheezy analogy, I’m going to have to pull the car over for a moment. Link-hugs ahead!
There aren’t words (even for a writer!) to express how grateful and touched I have been by the outpouring of support from friends upon my debut’s release, many of whom I was fortunate enough to meet when I first started this blog over a year ago. There’s a wonderful group of writers and readers and just plain fantastic gals I got to know from agent Betsy Lerner’s blog and I have to say even though I haven’t (yet!) had the opportunity to meet them in person, I feel very close to each one through the community of their fabulous blogs. They have been championing my book from the beginning and I wish I could give each and everyone of them a great big hug. Until the time I can, I say thank you Teri, Downith, Amy, Averil, Lyra, MSB, Lisa, Deb, Sherry, Lizi and Laura.
To my Twitter friends, who have and continue to cheer me on, my warmest thanks! Julia, Natalia, Beth, Erika, Jackie, Melissa, Alex, Kimberly, Sarah, Cynthia, Jenny, Amanda, Roz, Jen, Tom, Teresa, Linda , Victoria, Ollin.
And of course, to my fellow debut sisters at the Deb Ball—Linda, Joanne, Molly and Rachel–who spent a whole week chatting up Little Gale Gumbo. And all the past Debs, including Eleanor, Elise and Kim!
And I could go on, you all know I could.
So to everyone who has been so kind, who gave feedback and cheer, I am so grateful.
Now, back on the road…and I can’t wait to get into the celebration lane for all of you whose books are coming out next!
In the meantime, I’d love to give away a copy of Little Gale Gumbo! (Open to anyone ANYWHERE. Well, let’s say in this galaxy…)
Hugs back to you, Erika! And a big pat on the back.
Erika …… again: congratulations. you did all the hard work, hung-tough. Little Gale Gumbo is, we all know, the first of many.
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thanks for the mention. … you will, i am sure, let me know when you are i A’ville … let me treat you to lunch.
Hugs and warmest you’re welcomes from this Maine connection! So happy for you and looking forward to celebrating together at Toots next summer! ๐
There’s that gorgeous cover again.
The pleasure (cheering for LGG and reading it) was all mine.
You are so sweet. I’m so happy to see things are off to a great start for you and Little Gale Gumbo! Can’t wait to see what the future brings!
So glad you’re off to a great start. Can’t wait to read it.
Congratulations! I hope you’re enjoying the ride.
I’m so excited for you and your wonderful novel. It’s my pleasure to help spread the word in whatever small way I can. Best, best best luck to you!
I’m so excited for you and your wonderful novel. It’s my pleasure to help spread the word in whatever small way I can. Best, best best luck to you!
And Reggie thinks that Olive should get accolades for her important role as muse. ๐
Congrats again!
I am so excited for you! Congratulations!
Congratulations! So excited for you and your book!
How sweet are you you? I’m loving LITTLE GALE GUMBO. I’ll keep my fingers crossed that more people get a chance to read it! Congrats!!!!
I love spontaneous thanksgivings! And Downith is right- the cheering (and now the reading) is all our pleasure.
I’d love a copy of your book! And I’d love to promote it on my site (whether or not I get a copy!) I’m sorry it didn’t occur to me before. I’d also be happy to do a giveaway on my blog. Let me know!
Ooh, oh, since your book title says Gumbo, I could also promote it on my Half Assed Kitchen Facebook page, which has almost 13,500 Likers.
(www.facebook.com/halfassedkitchen)
Seriously, whatever I can do to help.
What a sweet post, Erika. You’re the best, and this happiness and success couldn’t have happened to a better gal.
And as far as the giveaway goes, consider me jumping up & down in my seat with my hand raised going, oh, me me me me! ๐
It’s been a pleasure supporting you … And I’m sure as soon as Little Gale arrives in my rural mailbox that it will be delight reading your words. You deserve the fanfare and accolades, woman’
As Downith said, the pleasure has been all mine. Loved spending my weekend reading your wonderful story!
Erika,
You’re such a sweetheart and LGG is such a fantastic read! Did I tell you I HAD to make red beans and rice while reading it? Yes, it made me crave creole cuisine like crazy (heehee, pardon the alliteration)! ๐
Thanks for the mention. Enjoy this time to the fullest.
a mention on erica marks site?! swoon!
for real, thanks so much. i bought my copy yesterday at carmichael’s bookstore in louisville. (yes, i photographed it at our Barnes and Noble when I stumbled upon it, but had to wait to buy it at carmichael’s since i put in a special request for their store to order a few copies—which I also took a picture of and will use when I blog my review.)
congrats. i feel honored to be part of your writing circle.
I got my signed free copy in the mail today! Thanks Erica. I’m going to start reading in a few minutes!
Congrats! Congrats!! How did I miss this? I’m so happy for you, Erika, and I know how exciting it is! I hope you sell tons of books. ๐
You are most welcome, and I’m so happy to point others in your direction. Thanks for the mention. Wishing you all the best!
Sounds like you’re having a super time so far! That’s wonderful. ๐ Your book cover is so ridiculously charming. I think it’s the salt and pepper shakers that does it. That, and the very, very good colour choices.
~Ashlee
http://theDragonsHoard.bigcartel.com
You deserve all this outpouring, Erika, it couldn’t have happened to a nicer person. Of course I already have my copy of Little Gale Gumbo and I’m loving it as I knew I would.
Hugs back at you.
I am so thrilled that I started reading not only Betsy’s blog, but the wonderful people who comment on it. And congratulations again to you, Erika!
Looks like you are off to a great start and I’m not surprised by the list of all your supporters. Melissa mentioned you a while back as a debut author to watch and I let the recommendation slip through the cracks. I’m not proud.
I look forward to following your journey from here on out which will be a fruitful one, I’m sure! Congrats again on your publication-you are two weeks old!!
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Well, I’m not on the link list, but I know several of the link-list members, and that’s quite a circle of friends you have. Good luck on your journey! I love the cover.
Hope Clark
FundsforWriters.com
Are you going to put a link to where we can buy your book here on your blog?
I’m so excited for you and all the great reviews for Little Gale Gumbo!
Bought the last two copies at my local Barnes and Noble last week! You’ll be glad to know I had the pleasure of telling them they needed to order more copies… Unfortunately, I’ve been so sick all week that I haven’t had the energy or focus to even read. I’m on the mend now, and Little Gale Gumbo is at the top of my list.
Yea Erika! CONGRATULATIONS! ๐
To the COOP!
caught you in writerspace chat tonight where you talked of your story, sounds like a good one, thanks for having this contest,
Julie