The news is finally here, and the long silence can end.I have signed a three-book deal for my nineteenth-century historical novels with:
THOMAS NELSON Publishers
It's so surreal I'm pinching myself. I have to stop myself from raving on and on about what a wonderful blessing this is for my work, and how much I admire this particular publishing house. Not to mention that for a history buff, it's thrilling that Thomas Nelson was founded in 1798. LOVE IT.
On Monday, I will continue telling the story of how I ended up in this amazing position. But I did want to let you know, as soon as I could, and thank you for your support. All of you have been a great source of friendship and comfort as I walked this road. I really appreciate all of your comments, and all of your blogs. Your words are--and will continue to be--a constant inspiration.
I am so grateful for the time I have spent waiting, and the ups and downs of my writing journey. I have learned so much, and I have personal experience of how it feels when things don't go smoothly. Over the coming weeks, I will tell you about my new phase of life as a debut author-to-be, and the things I learn. I am sure there will be PLENTY to tell.
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow.
40 comments:
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!! Rosslyn, what AMAZING news! Thomas Nelson!! They are one of my favorite publishing houses! SO happy for you girl!
Thomas Nelson!!!!!!!! Yay, Rosslyn! Congrats to you, Rachelle, and the folks at TN! I'm so proud and pleased for you.
God is amazing in His gifts!
Praise God from whom all blessings flow...Amen.
It's not even 7am and I'm wiping sleep from my eyes and yawning, but I'm jumping up and down for you too (well, on the inside. ;)
Thomas Nelson is fantastic.
And so are you! Congratulations.
Now, for some tea.
~ Wendy
That is AMAZING news!! Congratulations. What a feeling that must be. I am very happy for you and can't wait to read the rest of your story.
Rosslyn,
Congratulations. The fun is just beginning. I'll be following with interest.
What wonderful, wonderful, wonderful news!
AWESOME!!! I'm so thrilled for you, Rosilyn! What an incredible opportunity! I'll look forward to hearing more details, like when you're first book is releasing and all that good stuff! Wow, I know exactly how you feel. The feeling is truly surreal! :-)
Big, big congratulations to you, Rosslyn. You've certainly earned this. Praising God!
Rosslyn, how exciting! I am thanking God along with you. I love that you blog and can share your excitement with your bloggy friends like me. I'm jumping up and down for you. I can't wait to read your books too.
Blessings and love,
Debbie
Congratulations!!! How exciting!!
Awesome! Congratulations. Welcome to the Thomas Nelson team.
Lindsey Nobles, Director of Corporate Communications
Thomas Nelson!!!! Squee~!
Wonderful Savior! What a mighty God we serve, angels bow before Him. Heaven and Earth adore Him! What a mighty God we serve!
Rejoicing with you Rossilyn.
I am singing praises. My heart is beating a little faster, and I'm adding an extra splash of cream in my coffee! So proud of you - and inspired!!!!
Congratulations, Rosslyn!! I'm so thrilled for you and pleased by your well-earned and well-deserved success! Cheers!
Great news! Congrats!
Wonderful -- congratulations!!
So, SO thrilled for you, dear Rosslyn!!! Can't wait to read more about this developing story, and--of course--your actual STORIES. All THREE of them. Such tremendous news. Congratulations and enjoy celebrating!!!
Congratulations. Great news!
Congratulations! So glad to see your post on the loop and hope to check out this blog!
Blessings,
Patti
www.pattilacy.com/blog
Congratulations, Rosslyn! What wonderful news! You're on your way. God be praised!
Write on!
Because of Christ,
Sharon
Yeehaw Rosslyn! Happy dancin' for you.
Anita.
Congratulations, Rosslyn!! I don't know you, but I do know the feeling of awe and gratitude that accompany such results for hard work and a desire to write and share.
Happy, Happy trails1
Kate Thompson
I understand the long waits in publishing! Congrats!
How wonderful, Rosslyn! I saw your post on the ACFW loop, and wanted to say that I am thrilled for you. What a big way to break in, too--the very best agent and publisher. You are blessed! Looking forward to your book's release.
Congratulations, Rosslyn! What wonderful news. Enjoy the thrill.
So happy for you!!! Looking forward to reading (and maybe reviewing) your books. God is good indeed. Hang on tight!
YAY! I'm so happy for you. Congratulations. I can't wait to find your books at the store!
HUGE congratulations!!!! Made the blessing floodgates continue to open.
Congratulations! Celebrating with you--and Rachelle!
CONGRATULATIONS!!!! Thomas Nelson ROCKS, and can't wait to learn more about your trilogy! Praising & celebrating with you!
Very cool. I rejoice with you.
Wonderful! I'm so happy for you.
Oh my gosh that is so great!!!! I love it. A three-book deal! That is amazing! You are so lucky. I know, not lucky. Deserving. For all those days you kicked butt and sat down and worked on your words and didn't give up.
Way to go!!!!
Congratulations on a fantastic publisher, Rosslyn!
We are lucky girls because we share an agent - Rachelle is the best, right? My first book comes out in June, so feel free to contact me if you have any what-to-expect questions.
Now be sure to go out and CELEBRATE!
WOOHOOO!!! We all knew it was only a matter of time before an awesome publisher picked up your work!
Love you lots! Congrats!
Wow! A 3-booker with T.Nelson! You go girl!
Thanks so much, everybody. This still feels like it can't really be happening to ME, but I definitely feel the love. :-) I'm looking forward to talking with you more about whatever happens next. What would I do without my writing friends? You all understand the pressures and rewards of the writing life as no one else can. (Well, with the exception of our families, who witness our long hours of work even if they aren't writers themselves!)
Oh no! We have to wait until Monday??? *grin*
Congrats on your AMAZING news! Just awesome. :-)
How exciting!! I'm so happy for you!
Wa-hoo! Congrats, congrats, congrats! I'm so excited for you!
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