tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post565464829787794318..comments2024-02-21T03:32:15.577-05:00Comments on Jill Kemerer: Preparing For Success Part 3: Standing OutJill Kemererhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-85646899216696570352011-09-08T15:31:19.906-04:002011-09-08T15:31:19.906-04:00Such a good point about how generosity and joy alw...Such a good point about how generosity and joy always stand out in the world! Yay for Wendy!!! I don't know Sarah Forgrave (yet), but thrilled for her too!Margo Berendsenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03476308235642890474noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-33577177901062607992011-09-07T11:45:39.481-04:002011-09-07T11:45:39.481-04:00Followed you here from twitter. I'm new at tha...Followed you here from twitter. I'm new at that. Haven't followed any romance writers unless they also wrote mg or ya. But I learned a couple new things from your tips than I knew from writers' groups and critiques. Good work! Oh, and there's chocolate contest on my blog deadline sept. 10, with few entries. http://sherahart.blogspot.com You can link from the latest blog. My flash fiction contest entry also needs votes. Thanks!Sher A. Harthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03067955594103356768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-60385048378154820102011-09-05T11:11:52.176-04:002011-09-05T11:11:52.176-04:00At a conference last year, agents said the primary...At a conference last year, agents said the primary way they find new clients is at writers conferences. It's also a great way to see if you "click" with a particular agent.Susan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-54969983775197665802011-09-04T15:25:45.764-04:002011-09-04T15:25:45.764-04:00Hi Jill, This was an amazing series and has given ...Hi Jill, This was an amazing series and has given me lots of insight for my next move. I am at the proofreading stage of my novel so am trying to take all kinds of advice on board. Thank you.Rebecca Harrisonhttp://rebeccaharrison1983.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-85653833659475545882011-09-02T19:41:23.079-04:002011-09-02T19:41:23.079-04:00Rosslyn: Thanks! And I agree. It makes me happy to...Rosslyn: Thanks! And I agree. It makes me happy to share in other writers' good news!<br /><br />Stacy: Yay! Having that second (and third) set of eyes on your query and synopsis can make all the difference!<br /><br />Karen H: Thank you so much! That means a lot to me. :)<br /><br />Jen: So true! And I think it makes the writing journey less lonely when we can offer each other support. <br /><br />Loree: My good friend Connie let me in on the hook, book, cook secret! Just passing along her wisdom!<br /><br />Susan: Thanks!! I'm just grinning for Wendy and Sarah!<br /><br />Patrice: Oh, wow, great point!! I can't believe I forgot contests!! Contests are a FAB way to get your name in front of an agent or editor. Thanks for adding it, Patrice!<br /><br />Nancy: Yes, and more and more agents are getting back quickly. They want the full right away!<br /><br />Keli: Hope you don't need a chiropractor--ha! Ha! I know!! I feel the same way!!<br /><br />Sarah: Congrats!!!! And I agree. We have to be ourselves, kind of like that Country Time lemonade commercial from years ago--"not too sweet, not too tart." :)<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by!<br />Tiffany: Thanks, Tiffany, I appreciate it!Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-45434223988111744142011-09-02T16:17:35.601-04:002011-09-02T16:17:35.601-04:00Jill, Thank you so much for the sweet note! And wh...Jill, Thank you so much for the sweet note! And what a great post (and series) this was! I think in everything, it's important to remain professional yet personal. If we fall too far to one side or the other, we come across as either too cardboard or too flaky. :)<br /><br />Hope you have a great weekend!Sarah Forgravehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09101753891967001104noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-52220829457327032902011-09-02T16:05:30.187-04:002011-09-02T16:05:30.187-04:00GREAT series, Jill. Thank you so much for sharin...GREAT series, Jill. Thank you so much for sharing with the rest of us.Tiffany A Whitehttp://tiffanyawhite.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-68992955825571080652011-09-02T13:23:45.919-04:002011-09-02T13:23:45.919-04:00Thanks for a great series, Jill. Wendy's right...Thanks for a great series, Jill. Wendy's right. You're a top-notch teacher. You shared lots of helpful tips.<br /><br />I like your fifth point today the best. There are so many opportunities to celebrate the successes of others. This week I've been doing so much happy dancing for Wendy and Sarah that it's a wonder I haven't dislocated something. I'm thrilled for them!Keli Gwynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13236868298400593688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-24333275451023941052011-09-02T13:16:55.183-04:002011-09-02T13:16:55.183-04:00A great list of things to consider after your book...A great list of things to consider after your book is carefully written. I agree it is important to have your book done before sending out materials because the writer wouldn't want to do a rush job if the agent wanted more.Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15163662759281341381noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-88048682022950295392011-09-02T13:00:40.219-04:002011-09-02T13:00:40.219-04:00Another idea is to enter contests, both for feedba...Another idea is to enter contests, both for feedback and, if you final, to get your work in front of an agent or editor who is the final judge. I think trying multiple paths ("cold" querying, pitch appts. at conferences, contests) makes sense. One just might be the ticket to publishing! Great post, Jill. You both write about and EXEMPLIFY the qualities of a successful writer.PM Kavanaughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18158084685117474279noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-88345139645851028872011-09-02T12:55:38.401-04:002011-09-02T12:55:38.401-04:00Great tips! And, yes, huge congrats to both ladie...Great tips! And, yes, huge congrats to both ladies!Susan R. Millshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09578747592345750650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-10220844237917637592011-09-02T12:50:11.971-04:002011-09-02T12:50:11.971-04:00Great list and post. A keeper.
I loved the hook, ...Great list and post. A keeper.<br /><br />I loved the hook, the book, and the cook.<br /><br />You've touched on everything here.Loree Huebnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09845600356878587780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-50643213599337278772011-09-02T12:32:03.465-04:002011-09-02T12:32:03.465-04:00Excellent list, Jill. I especially love your point...Excellent list, Jill. I especially love your point about generosity. We can find ways to give, whether it's a word of encouragement, a prayer, or a free book. God takes note of open-hearted people, and causes them to grow and abound. <br /><br />Happy Weekend, <br />JenJeanette Levelliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12898750484193832082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-12085912182388977032011-09-02T10:23:57.534-04:002011-09-02T10:23:57.534-04:00Once again, you've culled such a wonderful lis...Once again, you've culled such a wonderful list of all the major points! And I second (or third?) what others say about YOUR generosity. :)Karen Harringtonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13425141684712829990noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-75025149198143059672011-09-02T10:22:56.201-04:002011-09-02T10:22:56.201-04:00Thanks, Jill. My synopsis and query letter are out...Thanks, Jill. My synopsis and query letter are out with a proofer right now. Hoping my second critique partner gets through the book quickly, because I kind of want to get the process started, even though I'm scared, lol.Stacyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12032538079815607797noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-25747070840756248372011-09-02T10:17:40.551-04:002011-09-02T10:17:40.551-04:00Jill, this is a great compact reference for aspiri...Jill, this is a great compact reference for aspiring writers. You did a wonderful job!<br /><br />My favorite part is the way you include generosity and joy. My journey as a debut author over the past year or so has taught me how difficult this path is for most writers even after they get published. It makes me want to support other writers all the more.Rosslyn Elliotthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11304732306399786236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-46811120389983996282011-09-02T10:12:35.442-04:002011-09-02T10:12:35.442-04:00Stacy: You'll be fine! And I'm SO excited ...Stacy: You'll be fine! And I'm SO excited for you!! Querying is like the presidency--it ages us! Honestly, it's so exciting and nerve-wracking, I don't know how we survive it! Must be the thrill-seeker in us all. :) Keep us posted! And I'll send a prayer for you!<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by!Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-43650832690313618672011-09-02T10:10:42.831-04:002011-09-02T10:10:42.831-04:00Good morning!!
Em: Aw, thanks! It was great to se...Good morning!!<br /><br />Em: Aw, thanks! It was great to see you yesterday!!<br /><br />Jessica P: I'm excited for them, too! And I can't wait for the day I can share similar news about you!<br /><br />Heather: I agree. Sometimes my opinion isn't always popular, but it IS mine and I'm not afraid to own it! And personally, I gravitate toward blogs like yours where I'm getting a real sense of voice--who you are and what you're about. This is an excellent tip. :)<br /><br />Katie: True! True! I've been shocked before by high profile commenters, leaving me wondering if my post was as good as it could be! <br /><br />Laura: Thanks, Laura. Your kindness means a lot to me. <br /><br />Wendy: Yes! I could be the traveling "aspiring writer whisperer," or something! Ha!! Congrats, Wendy. I couldn't be happier for you. I'm busting out all over in joy here!!<br /><br />Eileen: Oh, you already knew all this! But thank you, Eileen. Very kind!<br /><br />Thanks so much for stopping by!Jill Kemererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07865493609868329393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-56919002034010090472011-09-02T10:07:31.041-04:002011-09-02T10:07:31.041-04:00Congrats to Wendy! And thank you for this great se...Congrats to Wendy! And thank you for this great series. I'm going to be querying soon (my stomach just turned) and it's really helpful to have your list. The platform is one of the toughest things for me. All I can do is be myself, I guess.Stacyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12032538079815607797noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-37577662484698938042011-09-02T08:30:51.060-04:002011-09-02T08:30:51.060-04:00Man, this is thorough. I can't think of anythi...Man, this is thorough. I can't think of anything else, Jill. Thanks for pulling this altogether for us!Eileen Astels Watsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11098531184044931737noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-6286416715994358352011-09-02T08:16:58.151-04:002011-09-02T08:16:58.151-04:00You need to take this on the road. I'm serious...You need to take this on the road. I'm serious. You are an excellent teacher! This is gold, pure gold for the beginning writer!<br /><br />You are so thorough and dead on!<br /><br />Thanks for the kind congrats! I owe so much to you and your feedback on my work!!!!<br />~ WendyWendy Paine Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15136235074351188350noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-86885782020317455352011-09-02T07:42:46.806-04:002011-09-02T07:42:46.806-04:00I think you covered it all. What a tremendous seri...I think you covered it all. What a tremendous series. :)Laura Paulinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06503090226508079501noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-76459656321352082962011-09-02T07:28:12.567-04:002011-09-02T07:28:12.567-04:00So happy for Wendy and Sarah!
This has been such...So happy for Wendy and Sarah! <br /><br />This has been such an informative series, Jill!<br /><br />And something I'm learning more and more as I come in contact and meet more people at my publishing house - once your work goes to pub board, chances are people from the publishing house are lurking on your blog! So make a good impression!Katie Gansherthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09150375338556869812noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-88433635410803352402011-09-02T07:26:57.105-04:002011-09-02T07:26:57.105-04:00Wonderful tips, Jill. The biggest tip I try to kee...Wonderful tips, Jill. The biggest tip I try to keep in mind, whether its in social media, at conferences, or when writing, is to stay true to myself. I really always hope I'm approachable and that genuine. Sometimes easier said than done in cyber world, but if we can't be ourselves, what are we doing?Heather Sunserihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12552506888985553471noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8911314544674287828.post-68687436044211850002011-09-02T07:10:31.701-04:002011-09-02T07:10:31.701-04:00This was a great series, Jill! Thanks for taking t...This was a great series, Jill! Thanks for taking the time to do it. <br /><br />Wendy and Sarah have great news. I'm excited for them!Jessica R. Patchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13614501794157211301noreply@blogger.com