I got a song idea while in the shower yesterday and ran downstairs in a towel to grab my guitar. As I hit the final landing, I saw the UPS guy walk up to my porch. (We have window panels that run the length of the front door on both sides.) I immediately turned and ran back up, but it was too late. There was eye contact. Now, you should know I had a huge towel wrapped around me, but still. Awkward. What are the chances musical inspiration would strike right as Mr. What-Can-Brown-Do-For-You arrived?
Obviously, this was the bad news. The good news is what was in the package! The sharp and hard-working (while impossibly young and pretty) Laura Morris (Publicity and Mktg Mgr for Turner Pub) had sent a few advance copies of the book! Like galleys, only bound and same format as the book, they are used to generate interest and for review purposes.
Sure, the title will be different in the final product, but this was tangible proof. It's happening. It's coming out. Maybe people will buy it, read it, talk about it. Talk about grief, and how we can better support each other through it. Exactly what I've been hoping for and working toward.
That just sounds like a big bunch of good news.
P.S. I now keep my guitar upstairs.
Congrats Alicia! I am so excited to read it!
ReplyDeleteI understand the UPS guy has requested to be reassigned to a new route.
ReplyDeleteRebecca- thank you.
ReplyDeleteCorey- Verrrrrry funny:)
Wow, what a thrill to see your book in a hard copy form.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, I can't wait to read it when it comes out.
Oh and don't worry about the UPS man, you probably made his day! :)
Diana x