Manuscript Accepted

It was 3:30 pm on Friday, April 9, 2010. The work week was coming to a close. It had only been 4 days since I submitted my children's book manuscript when I received an email from Amy Quale, Managing Editor, at Beaver's Pond Press.

"Wow, that was quick!" I thought, as I had been told it would be about a 2 week wait.

Amy informed me that my manuscript had been accepted. She attached an acceptance letter from Jordan Wiklund, Acquisitions Editor, as well as a welcome packet and other related documents.

I was so excited I could hardly work my last hour. I wanted to call Brad, but he worked until 5:00, so I immediately sent a text out to my kids. After I talked with Brad, I contacted my parents. I had never heard such excitement in my mother's voice. The most important people in my life were now informed of the good news!

Today, Brad and I will review the welcome packet and time line. If all goes as scheduled, my book, titled What Can I Do, Do, Do, Do?, should be ready by December 31, 2010.

What Can I Do, Do, Do, Do? centers around a subject that most parents are very familiar with--childhood boredom.

The story is about a little boy named Danny, who has nothing to do on a bright sunny day. His mother gives him the option of taking a nap or going outside to play. Of course, what child would choose to take a nap over finding something to do outside.

Danny journeys down to the park where he meets a talking dog (Mr. Fuzzle) and frog (Mr. Durple) who try to help Danny find something to do. With nothing to do, the three bored characters go to the zoo where, with all the zoo animals, find something fun to do.

You may be thinking the I chose a pretty funny title for a book, but once you read the book you'll understand.

My brain has been pretty busy this morning thinking of future promotions and books signing. HOW EXCITING!!

Until next time. Have a great day.