tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133579337316674953.post6700405035380726529..comments2023-11-17T03:52:12.782-05:00Comments on murmurs: A Season For DreamsSarah Hinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13888406261817690010noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133579337316674953.post-62298650465584748702010-01-22T22:58:58.031-05:002010-01-22T22:58:58.031-05:00Nevine, I read your beautiful comment with a huge ...Nevine, I read your beautiful comment with a huge smile on my face. Thank you for that (it was needed today). <br /><br />You dazzle me with your words, and your quickness, and your insight, so I am very proud to know you, too. It's amazing how intimate writing, and sharing, can be. I feel like I know you through your work, too. And you've made Cairo come alive for me in a visceral way through your poetry, so if I can do half as much with my Paris writing, then I'll consider myself well satisfied. (Well, almost--but a writer's self-satisfaction is a topic for another post!) <br /><br />Thank you again, Nevine. And I've decided for sure now. I want this book-signing party to take place in Paris. And YOU actually speak French!! :)Sarah Hinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13888406261817690010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133579337316674953.post-25162014980928634262010-01-22T17:14:56.195-05:002010-01-22T17:14:56.195-05:00Sarah, I want a signed copy too! Really. I mean, h...Sarah, I want a signed copy too! Really. I mean, how many signed copies do I have, anyway? And I can really say "I know her." We've never met, but I know you through your writing. I can proudly say this, because I admire the way you write. You are a true artist with words, Sarah, and I do wish you all the best with your book.<br /><br />I also just visited your new site, and... it looks very very professional. I like that. It's professional, but it's not dry. Lots of personal tidbits about you, and lots about your craft, as well. I'll definitely be stopping back in to read some of your stories inspired by Paris. I can't get enough of reading about Paris, and when the writing is coming from you, that is a double treat.<br /><br />I'm so so so excited for you. A new world, indeed! I hope you enjoy the ride... I KNOW you will!<br /><br />NevineNevine Sultanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08794887684860140819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133579337316674953.post-16655841734856530562010-01-22T16:18:37.724-05:002010-01-22T16:18:37.724-05:00Chris, and thank YOU for being here with me for th...Chris, and thank YOU for being here with me for the last 2 years of my journey! Your support has always meant a lot to me. :) <br /><br />I can't wait until we're all living our writing dreams...Sarah Hinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13888406261817690010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133579337316674953.post-81558877162542984372010-01-22T05:59:59.069-05:002010-01-22T05:59:59.069-05:00LOVE your website, Sarah! And the excerpt you cho...LOVE your website, Sarah! And the excerpt you chose to post is brilliant! (Though I'm sure any excerpt would have been!) I can't wait to read your book. Thanks for sharing your dream...Chris Eldinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16732006129353079344noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133579337316674953.post-18184548132080851032010-01-21T23:18:42.683-05:002010-01-21T23:18:42.683-05:00Cat, some days I feel more born to it than others....Cat, some days I feel more born to it than others. But that's the headache talking. ;) Thank you for your continued support and belief in me!! <br /><br />And of course we're having a party. I'll bring the drinks, you bring the tunes. :)<br /><br /><br />Jennifer, I have Skype! That could work. :) <br /><br />There won't be a true book tour. Few publishing houses do them anymore, and Medallion's too small. But if I can, I might talk to some bookstores around here. I gotta develop my "pushy" gene! ;) <br /><br /><br />Susan, your comments are always so warm and sweet. Thank you for those heartfelt wishes, and I would hope all the same for you. :)Sarah Hinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13888406261817690010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133579337316674953.post-45589845236403629692010-01-21T14:13:49.340-05:002010-01-21T14:13:49.340-05:00Dear Sarah:
How nice to know the paths you have t...Dear Sarah:<br /><br />How nice to know the paths you have tread. I feel a tad closer to you. I wish all the seasons are seasons of dreams for you - a never-ending eternal journey of dreams realized.<br /><br />Cheerio.<br /><br />Joy always,<br />SusanS. Susan Deborahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08885957854901839400noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133579337316674953.post-57170896117960541022010-01-21T08:48:43.150-05:002010-01-21T08:48:43.150-05:00How can we get you booked at the Brookline Booksmi...How can we get you booked at the Brookline Booksmith in Brookline, MA????<br /><br />But seriously, what are the book tour plans? <br /><br />Maybe we could all have release parties in your honor and you could skype in. :)jazhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09559917865938143791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133579337316674953.post-19866540536488012182010-01-21T07:30:12.808-05:002010-01-21T07:30:12.808-05:00I, like Jennifer, feel amazed when I find out thes...I, like Jennifer, feel amazed when I find out these things about you that I didn't know. You ONLY started writing really when your daughter was born? Wow! Because you were born to write Sarah. Thank god you found it because you and the pen are a marriage made in heaven. <br /><br />I love the book signing party idea. Let's do it!catvibehttp://www.catvibe.net/blognoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133579337316674953.post-29512514440585855562010-01-20T20:05:25.193-05:002010-01-20T20:05:25.193-05:00Jennifer, personally, after reading Karen's co...Jennifer, personally, after reading Karen's comment, too, I think we should all get together to have a book-signing party. It might be a little expensive to have Aniket fly in, but he keeps promising me that I'm gonna be filthy rich someday, so I'll just go ahead and bank on that. :D<br /><br />But if it doesn't work out, then yes, I would be more than pleased to send it by mail. Of course! :)<br /><br /><br />Karen, you know, I was thinking of doing a book signing at the Borders in Parkersburg (if they'll have me). Maybe I can work my way over to Barboursville, too! I'd love that!! :)<br /><br />Either way, there's plenty of time to buy the book. Although, ever since Jennifer pre-ordered a copy this morning, I now have an Amazon Sales Ranking (of 160 some-thousand, mind you) that I keep staring at. Fun, fun! :D <br /><br />Thank you, Karen. Your warmth and happiness for me are registered in every word. And I love them all. :)Sarah Hinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13888406261817690010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133579337316674953.post-27630833718288542702010-01-20T18:54:58.897-05:002010-01-20T18:54:58.897-05:00I think I'll just drive up to Athens and get y...I think I'll just drive up to Athens and get your signature! Or maybe you'll be in Borders in Barboursville doing an author signing and I'll stand there thinking, "I know you, girl." No, I'm not going to stalk you, I just feel so silly proud of you, Sarah!<br /><br />Now, I'm off to look at the new website and decide if I'm going to purchase from here or take a chance that you really might be coming to a local bookstore near me...<br /><br />Congratulations, my dear. You deserve this in every way.Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12003379181294550035noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133579337316674953.post-43851558623470187172010-01-20T17:44:39.674-05:002010-01-20T17:44:39.674-05:00Yes, I'm back. Your comment thread is drippin...Yes, I'm back. Your comment thread is dripping magenta!<br /><br />I was just wondering...if I send you my copy (after I read it, of course!) will you sign it?? <br /><br />:)jazhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09559917865938143791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133579337316674953.post-45253292960675675402010-01-20T16:32:22.280-05:002010-01-20T16:32:22.280-05:00Aniket, OF COURSE YOU'LL GET A SIGNED COPY! M...Aniket, OF COURSE YOU'LL GET A SIGNED COPY! My God, man. Are you crazy?? Express mailed to India. :D <br /><br />Thanks regarding the site. Coming from you, that means something. Paul did great. <br /><br />"A Season for Dreams" has been...uh, misplaced. Yeah. :PSarah Hinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13888406261817690010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133579337316674953.post-71507790522613717062010-01-20T16:29:33.939-05:002010-01-20T16:29:33.939-05:00Charles, it's a huge relief to find a room for...Charles, it's a huge relief to find a room for creativity in our lives. Thank God for the both of us. And thank you. :)<br /><br /><br />Mark, self-promotion is a necessary evil in this business. I might cringe at the task, but I understand its value. At the very least, it'll help get that second novel published. And I do want to be read. <br /><br />Thank you for all your warm words here, Mark. Paul did do a magnificent job! And whenever I feel like complaining about having to hock my book, I will just pinch myself instead. I'm still living a dream. :) <br /><br /><br />Jennifer, you put an enormous smile on my face!! :) I think you're the first person to pre-order it. And that is a huge satisfaction for me. YOU are my first reader!!! (Well, technically not yet, but details, schmetails) <br /><br />No worries on the mix-up regarding the "story." I phrased it like that for people who weren't familiar with the book already. You guys have heard me blab about it for months now. ;)<br /><br />Thank you so much, Jennifer. I've said it a lot, but I am very lucky in my friends. <br /><br />(And yes--the new book is crawling along...slow, but I feel GOOD about it!)Sarah Hinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13888406261817690010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133579337316674953.post-48837177586426160912010-01-20T16:22:46.029-05:002010-01-20T16:22:46.029-05:00The website is sleek and clean. With no unnecessar...The website is sleek and clean. With no unnecessary javascripts, etc. Its perfect. ;)<br /><br />Dropped a comment there too.<br /><br />Now where can I find this "A Season For Dream"? :P<br /><br />And if I order one through Amazon, I wont get a signed copy right? I want a signed one!Aniket Thakkarhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18311954967682696734noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133579337316674953.post-10821358183263407542010-01-20T12:20:39.776-05:002010-01-20T12:20:39.776-05:00Me again, last comment. Just wanted to let you kno...Me again, last comment. Just wanted to let you know that through my fog, I did successfully preorder your book. :)jazhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09559917865938143791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133579337316674953.post-44963053610933621432010-01-20T12:16:25.670-05:002010-01-20T12:16:25.670-05:00Okay, I'm cracking myself up here, because for...Okay, I'm cracking myself up here, because for some reason I thought the link was going to be to that first story you wrote! Blame it on sleepless nights--and the sugar high from the Mt. Dew I am freebasing to deal with them. :)jazhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09559917865938143791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133579337316674953.post-61828462048092233122010-01-20T12:12:34.317-05:002010-01-20T12:12:34.317-05:00Sarah, the website is fabulous!! It's beautifu...Sarah, the website is fabulous!! It's beautiful and full of great information. (And hey--there are things I didn't know about you even after reading here for so long!)<br /><br />Mostly, though, my reaction was just that I am so happy for you. You are as lovely as your writing and your website, and you deserve all of your success.<br /><br />And now, I am off to read the linked story and, more importantly, to preorder your book!<br /><br />(How is the next one coming? Because come August, I'm going to be impatient for your work, again. But no pressure!)jazhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09559917865938143791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133579337316674953.post-1639085106597010202010-01-20T07:01:56.299-05:002010-01-20T07:01:56.299-05:00Your old man did a fine job with the website Sarah...Your old man did a fine job with the website Sarah. Many interesting tabs and such to explore.<br /><br />I don't remember or know exactly why I first started in this insanity for writing but I suppose like you it was a way to escape into something other than what and where I was at that moment. <br /><br />That your book was picked up is a fine thing but remember promotion is by necessity shameless. <br /><br />Indulge it at every opportunity, that is the business end and when all is said and done and the creative effort of the project is over, the other part of the work begins. A book no one reads is simply a window prop to keep glass from blocking the breeze.<br /><br />You deserve and will have this success you have paid so much attention to. Not that success was the goal or the attention paid to the corporate desire for profit but to the art. <br /><br />You paid attention to the writing through many distractions yet did not take any short cuts and therein is why you will succeed.the walking manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10058913927297370740noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2133579337316674953.post-37386271406742831512010-01-19T15:52:29.152-05:002010-01-19T15:52:29.152-05:00I started doing stories in grad school for much th...I started doing stories in grad school for much the same reason. I just had to escape the constant rational world of research and let off some steam. I'll check out the site.Charles Gramlichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02052592247572253641noreply@blogger.com