Many things to be excited about right now:
1) Stephanie Perkins loves Chapter by Chapter by Heather Sellers too! She sent me some virtual vegan cupcakes as a thank you for the recommendation. Read her honest and inspiring reflections on writing…
2) I discovered a handy-dandy tool, Write or Die via @CheekyWench. Even though it may seem ridiculous that a flashing red background and annoying song could push someone to pump out 1,000 words in 30 minutes, it works for me! Of course these may not be 1,000 brilliant and polished words, but they are progress. Sometimes you need to just get the thoughts on the page and worry about the rest later.
3) I did it! I finished the first full version of my manuscript and it is in the hands of a few beta readers (thank you readers!). Phew. Steve and I went to Golden West on Sunday night and I ordered a glass of the most expensive wine on the menu. I could barely put together complete sentences but I was determined to celebrate.
I haven’t looked at the manuscript since yesterday morning. I’m going to absorb the comments of my readers and dive back in after a little break. My brain hurts and I think I’m tiring out my characters. They need rest too. Thanks to everyone who has been so supportive at Facebook and Twitter! More updates coming soon:)
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Congrats!! Isn’t it such a relief to finally have it all out there?
I hope that was the best glass of wine ever! 
Elysabeth- It is a fantastic feeling! I’ll always remember that night:) Thanks for stopping by my blog!
Giant, mega, ultra-HUUUUUUUUUGE congratulations!! What wonderful news. I’m thrilled for you! You must be floating. I’m so happy you went out to celebrate — YES! These are the great moments. They MUST be acknowledged.
Congrats again!! Hope the rest feels GOOD
Thanks, Stephanie! I went to Kinko’s last night and picked up the first full printed version of my ms. So exciting! It’s a lot easier to revise on paper, too:)
Mega congratulations, sweets!
Thanks, Gena! You are such a bright light:)
This is such exciting news – you are an inspiration to us all!! Keep on making your mark on this world
Congratulations to you!!
Congrats on finishing the first draft! What a big milestone to reach.
MeganRebekah- It’s a great feeling to have a complete piece of work! Now it’s time to get feedback from readers and revise again:) Thanks for stopping by! Love your blog.
Kelly- Thanks so much! It’s so nice to hear from you:) Hope all is well at GW!
Congratulations!!!!!
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