Wordy Wednesday: Celebration

This past week, our critique group celebrated the publication of Conrad Wesselhoeft's novel, ADIOS, NIRVANA. And, if you want to understand why there's a Red Bull and some amazing, spirit-infused grapes in the foreground of the picture, you'll have to read his book :)

Anyhow, it was a very happy occasion. But I think my favorite part of the evening was that as we were all leaving, stuffed and smiling, everyone commented how excited they were to get back to critiquing each others' work next time. It is my great joy to spend time in the company of such a compulsive group of writers!

Fiction Friday: ADIOS, NIRVANA and Chicken Nuggets

Drawing my Random Acts of Publicity Week to a close, check out this great write-up of my critique group buddy Conrad Wesselhoeft's October debut novel ADIOS, NIRVANA.  Conrad is an absolutely wonderful writer.  He crafts every sentence, every paragraph, with such power and care.  It is a joy to hear him read during our critique group meetings.  I learn something every time.  Do make sure to add his terrific book to your to-read list.

I've got a September 20 deadline from my editor right now so I'm plugging through some line edits and trying to tighten up a few things in the ms.  Honestly, the pressure is starting to get to me, thus my children ate chicken nuggets tonight and it's Rice Krispies for breakfast. Wishing you a tastier weekend than we'll have at my house!