It's fun being a writer. Nice tidbit to share about yourself when meeting people. Sometimes I like to say I just finished the first draft of my second novel, which really raises eyebrows. I hand people a business card that is the AOF book cover. I talk about the creative process, the thrill of being published, and of course, where they can buy the book. "What's it about?" they always ask. I give them the two minute synopsis.
Now, books about fairies aren't for everyone. Some people who ask about what I've written have excitement in their eyes that fades to disappointment when they find out. That's okay. I knew that going in. I still give them the pitch. Sometimes they just nod and say "Interesting" when I know it isn't. But many people say "Where can I buy it? Can you autograph it for me?"
Yesterday, a guy who works in my department at the University told me he'd heard I had written a children's book. I gently corrected him (AOF is definitely not for kids) and gave him the spiel. Another contact. Another marketing opportunity. What fun!
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