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Comment from Pam (respa)
Thanks for sharing this. I hope it has helped you sort out the situation. I'm sorry that things are changing. Your publisher is luck he is still keeping his job, but whether or not he has to change the way he does things in this new company is a question mark at the moment.
You do a good job describing your imagination going wild. Of course, he emphasizes "should." At this point he probably doesn't know all of the in's and out's of this company. I don't blame you for calling your mom. I would have done the same thing. I don't think you should lower your standards, either. Thoughts are with you, and I hope everything works out.
reply by the author on 19-Nov-2024
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Thanks for sharing this. I hope it has helped you sort out the situation. I'm sorry that things are changing. Your publisher is luck he is still keeping his job, but whether or not he has to change the way he does things in this new company is a question mark at the moment.
You do a good job describing your imagination going wild. Of course, he emphasizes "should." At this point he probably doesn't know all of the in's and out's of this company. I don't blame you for calling your mom. I would have done the same thing. I don't think you should lower your standards, either. Thoughts are with you, and I hope everything works out.
Comment Written 19-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 19-Nov-2024
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Thank you for understanding and the support. I appreciate it.
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You are very welcome.
Comment from jmdg1954
Bottom line in all this ... stay true to yourself. Write your stories, your way. It's always worked and will continue to work.
Your fan base here on FS will support you and pray for you.
One edit -
He'd been bugging (me) about giving him access to 'Willing Hearts'.
Keep us posted,
John
reply by the author on 19-Nov-2024
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Bottom line in all this ... stay true to yourself. Write your stories, your way. It's always worked and will continue to work.
Your fan base here on FS will support you and pray for you.
One edit -
He'd been bugging (me) about giving him access to 'Willing Hearts'.
Keep us posted,
John
Comment Written 19-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 19-Nov-2024
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Thank you for the catch. I have added that little word. I will keep you posted.
Comment from Father Flaps
Hi Barbara,
Don't lower your standards, my dear. Stay true to yourself. If worse comes to worse, seek another publishing company that is not having internal woes.
"He'd been bugging about giving (his) access to 'Willing Hearts'."
( He'd been bugging me about giving him access to 'Willing Hearts'.)
"You need to hear what's happen on this end from me."
(You need to hear what's happened on this end.)
"My major concern, and Lancelot will enjoy this one, is my experience with larger publishing companies is that in the romance department they only want to publish erotic romance not the soft Christian romance that I write." ... ( I suggest,
My major concern with larger publishing companies, (and Lancelot will enjoy this one), is that they only want to publish erotic romance, not the soft Christian romance that I write.)
"I guess my reason for writing this to ask for prayers that things work out with my publisher and that nothing changes for me." ... (I suggest,
I guess my main reason for writing this is to ask for prayers that things work out with my publisher, and that nothing changes for me.)
Hugs,
Kimbob
reply by the author on 19-Nov-2024
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Hi Barbara,
Don't lower your standards, my dear. Stay true to yourself. If worse comes to worse, seek another publishing company that is not having internal woes.
"He'd been bugging about giving (his) access to 'Willing Hearts'."
( He'd been bugging me about giving him access to 'Willing Hearts'.)
"You need to hear what's happen on this end from me."
(You need to hear what's happened on this end.)
"My major concern, and Lancelot will enjoy this one, is my experience with larger publishing companies is that in the romance department they only want to publish erotic romance not the soft Christian romance that I write." ... ( I suggest,
My major concern with larger publishing companies, (and Lancelot will enjoy this one), is that they only want to publish erotic romance, not the soft Christian romance that I write.)
"I guess my reason for writing this to ask for prayers that things work out with my publisher and that nothing changes for me." ... (I suggest,
I guess my main reason for writing this is to ask for prayers that things work out with my publisher, and that nothing changes for me.)
Hugs,
Kimbob
Comment Written 19-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 19-Nov-2024
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Thank you for your suggestions. I definitely didn't edit like I should have. I appreciate your help and support.
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My pleasure, Barb!
Comment from Nicki.B
I'm so sorry you have run into a spot of trouble, well I will hope and I will pray for you that its does not turn out to be a spot of trouble. Maybe you are getting ahead and overthinking, I'm sure it will all turn out fine. Like you said yourself you have a strong following and that will stand.
Try not to worry too much, I hope my prayers will help. Good luck!
Best Wishes
Nicki x
reply by the author on 19-Nov-2024
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I'm so sorry you have run into a spot of trouble, well I will hope and I will pray for you that its does not turn out to be a spot of trouble. Maybe you are getting ahead and overthinking, I'm sure it will all turn out fine. Like you said yourself you have a strong following and that will stand.
Try not to worry too much, I hope my prayers will help. Good luck!
Best Wishes
Nicki x
Comment Written 19-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 19-Nov-2024
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Thank you for the support.
Comment from jim vecchio
Thank you for maintaining your morals. I'm sure The Lord will bless you for it. And never change your writing to accommodate others. God gave you a clear and unique voice to use for Him.
reply by the author on 19-Nov-2024
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Thank you for maintaining your morals. I'm sure The Lord will bless you for it. And never change your writing to accommodate others. God gave you a clear and unique voice to use for Him.
Comment Written 19-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 19-Nov-2024
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Thank you for your support.
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It's my pleasure.
Comment from estory
Your post really speaks to the angst of self publishing today. There is enough anxiety and stress with publishing without having to deal with corporate takeovers and having the whole process redone with new protocols. But it is the lay of the land today, and we have to deal with it. What company bought out the publisher? You can try Westbow, the self publishing division of Nelson Zondervan in Harper Collins, where I am at. But I must say it is pretty expensive. estory
reply by the author on 19-Nov-2024
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Your post really speaks to the angst of self publishing today. There is enough anxiety and stress with publishing without having to deal with corporate takeovers and having the whole process redone with new protocols. But it is the lay of the land today, and we have to deal with it. What company bought out the publisher? You can try Westbow, the self publishing division of Nelson Zondervan in Harper Collins, where I am at. But I must say it is pretty expensive. estory
Comment Written 19-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 19-Nov-2024
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Kevin told me, but I was in shock and don't remember the name. I'll check it out again, when he calls today. Thank you for the support.
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
"I see a hostile takeover with armed gunman rushing their building; they each held a bullet proof shield" haha. You have a vivid imagination.
I'm sure it will be alright and I trust there's a demand for your old fashion clean romance. I agree with you, you shouldn't lower your standards.
Thank you for keeping us informed.
Gypsy hugs
reply by the author on 19-Nov-2024
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"I see a hostile takeover with armed gunman rushing their building; they each held a bullet proof shield" haha. You have a vivid imagination.
I'm sure it will be alright and I trust there's a demand for your old fashion clean romance. I agree with you, you shouldn't lower your standards.
Thank you for keeping us informed.
Gypsy hugs
Comment Written 19-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 19-Nov-2024
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Thank you for your support.
Comment from Dawn Munro
Typo: "...You need to hear what's happen(ed) on this end from me."
"I would rather go unpublished than write that type of romance. I will not lower my standard to be published. My fan base isn't huge, but it's strong. There is a market for Christian romance. I guess my reason for writing this to ask for prayers that things work out with my publisher and that nothing changes for me."
Same here, my friend, and you can count on me -- I will be praying!
reply by the author on 19-Nov-2024
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Typo: "...You need to hear what's happen(ed) on this end from me."
"I would rather go unpublished than write that type of romance. I will not lower my standard to be published. My fan base isn't huge, but it's strong. There is a market for Christian romance. I guess my reason for writing this to ask for prayers that things work out with my publisher and that nothing changes for me."
Same here, my friend, and you can count on me -- I will be praying!
Comment Written 19-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 19-Nov-2024
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Thank you for the catch and the prayers. I appreciate the support.
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! You bet ! You are so, so welcome, Barbara!
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
I hope all goes well with your publisher Barbara and I am wondering why he should phone you and ring those alarm bells if nothing will change for you? It sounds a bit cruel to me, anyway I hope all goes well with the publishing of your new story and you need to stick to your guns about what you write as everyone should enjoy their work, thank you for sharing your story with us, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 19-Nov-2024
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I hope all goes well with your publisher Barbara and I am wondering why he should phone you and ring those alarm bells if nothing will change for you? It sounds a bit cruel to me, anyway I hope all goes well with the publishing of your new story and you need to stick to your guns about what you write as everyone should enjoy their work, thank you for sharing your story with us, love Dolly x
Comment Written 19-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 19-Nov-2024
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I won't change my writing. I have a feeling a few things are going to change and he's leading me slowly into them. We'll see. Thank you for the support.
Comment from Jacob1395
It is so hard for writers when things like this happen to their publishers, I really hope things don't change for you, Barbara, your stories deserve to be read by many people.
reply by the author on 19-Nov-2024
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It is so hard for writers when things like this happen to their publishers, I really hope things don't change for you, Barbara, your stories deserve to be read by many people.
Comment Written 19-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 19-Nov-2024
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Thank you for the support.