Good morning people!
I do hope everyone’s weekend was a good one. I know mine was. So let’s get this meeting started.
As everyone probably knows by now, Saturday was my birthday. It was a glorious day all thanks to you nice people. So I want to say a big THANK YOU to each and every one of you that stopped by to wish me a happy birthday and for those of you who downloaded a free copy of The Canine Caper. Today the book goes back to the original price.
Over the weekend, you guys made it possible for me to move up the ranks on Amazon short stories to number two in their mystery-thriller category! I was never so shocked and pleased all at the same time! I even took a screenshot to show you. Here it is again because this morning I was back up to number two after falling down the ranks yesterday. Whoohoooo! Thank you again!
That was the best present I could have gotten. 🙂 It didn’t stop there! A few people mentioned me in their blogs, (thank you Frank and Marlene!) It made my day perfect!
Here at home the weather cooperated and it was warm and sunny. I even treated myself to an extra-large cup of Tim Horton’s coffee! Now that was good. I didn’t get a picture of it, but I did manage to remember to get a picture of my birthday cake! Yes, I had birthday cake too! Well, kind of….
It really was just a small chocolate cupcake with chocolate frosting. Oh, my it was so good though! I had it with my coffee! Nom nom nom…
One more picture and then I’m done showing off (ha!). It’s me holding my proof copy A Case of Deceit! It came in the mail a couple of weeks ago, but Saturday I finally got brave enough to show a picture of me holding it in my hot little hands. So pay no attention to the tired old woman behind the book…take a look at that awesome cover Tiny did for me! The insides of the book still need work, but I got it for the cover anyway. Doesn’t it look great?
I would have to say it was the best birthday I’ve ever had. Even my mother wished me a happy birthday on the phone and she never does that! Well, ok, maybe never is a strong word, but it’s been a lot of years since she has. She usually forgets. 😉
Even with all the excitement, I did manage to do more edits on the Deceit book, so it wasn’t all play. I’m going to start asking for beta readers now. I should have it ready for them the end of this week. So, if you are interested in being a beta reader for the Deceit book, let me know ASAP! I will send you a doc or pdf version for you to read. You don’t have to worry about grammar or spelling issues (unless it slaps you along side the head!). I’m looking for plot holes, inconsistencies within the story, things like that.
What do you get for being my beta reader? Besides my undying gratitude, you will receive a free copy of the book either in e-book or paperback form when it’s out. I’ll even try to autograph it for you if you wish! You also get a big old virtual hug from yours truly! What more could a person want?
So, enough about me. How has your weekend been? Have another cup or glass of whatever you are drinking and sit a spell. We’ll have a good conversation, good drinks with good friends.
I’m so glad your birthday was a huge success. No cake for me this year. I was resting on the sofa. 🙂 Chocolate anything is pure heaven. So have a wonderful year 60. Hugs.
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Well, I usually don’t have cake, but one doesn’t turn this old every year. 😉
Thanks to you Marlene, this b’day was really great! Big hugs!
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Happy belated birthday, Jackie! Glad it was a good one.
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Thank you Fishy. 🙂
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Hey, it’s you! Hi you! The book looks great too!
Why do I imagine you with a gavel as you call these meetings to order? In a fun way though, like a pink, fuzzy gavel instead of all business-like 😀
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Now I need to find a pink, fuzzy gavel! LOL
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Craft project!
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🙂 maybe so!
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Great meeting, Jackie! Celebrative meetings are always fun, particularly with a friend. I remember how good it feels to hold the proof…even if it’s not yet perfect. It will be 🙂
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Yeah, it’s a good good feeling. 🙂 Thank you tiny, if it wasn’t for you I wouldn’t have it! ❤
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Reporting Monday night … but glad I could help you celebrate your day!
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I’m glad also Frank!
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I got the proof of my book on my birthday – wow, that was so very special. So happy for you for such a wonderful day and again, Congratulations on placing nr. 2!!!
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Thank you!
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Heyyyyy glad you enjoyed and worked too 🙂 🙂 Very belated wishes.. I was super late inw ishing you as I was held up with my cousin’s wedding and work 🙂 🙂
Once again belated birthday wishes 🙂 🙂 Cake looks yummy 😛
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Thank you! The cake was yummy. 🙂
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I’m so proud of you. You’re jus moving right along. Yay for you!!
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Thank you Kim! I hope it stays that way and goes that way for you also. 🙂
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I hope too.
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