Surreal

Today, I got back on my regular schedule, and saw a lot of people I hadn't seen since the school's graduation. I've gotten used to talking about my book in kind of a generic way, but what I'd forgotten was that several friends gave The Knot as a Christmas gift to friends or family. While I'm deeply indebted for the sales (smile), I'm even more indebted for the positive feedback I received. One of my co-workers read it during the break and wanted to talk about it this morning. All of these more in-depth conversations somehow feel more daunting and a little surreal. People are finally seeing into a world I've kept strictly between myself and a few close friends. And they like it (bigger smile).

So, thank you to Jen, and Jamie, and Wil and Joanie...you've helped to make this first book very special in every way. Beyond that, thanks to Cheryl, my test reader. She's a voracious romance reader, and I gave her a copy (critique tested!) of my next novel. She stayed up until 2 a.m. to finish, and cried at the end. I don't think I've made anyone cry before--at least not in the good way! Forget the part where I'm back at work...I had a GREAT day!