I am so excited to announce the release of my first book in the Down Home on the Farm series, Tom T.’s Tale! I cannot even begin to contain my excitement! This series was originally conceived around four DECADES ago, and the fact that I finally get to share it with those I love, and the world, is such a dream come true. Smile.
I have had so much help, finally getting this story into print, and I don’t know where to begin to list all of the people who have been instrumental in preparing me, as well as the story itself, for this momentous occasion. So, that part may have to wait until I can get my thoughts together and thank them all properly. Believe me when I say that this entire process is akin to learning a really convoluted foreign language. It’s like if you spoke another language, and were being taught English by someone who could only speak in riddles. Or puns. Yuck.
But, thankfully, I have been blessed with a family and community who want as badly to see me succeed as I want to finally have my books published, and they have filled in some of the many tiny pieces, to the point that we very nearly have a full puzzle. Speaking of pictures… Do you want to see it? Because I really, really want to show it to you! OK. Here it is:
What do you think? Did Janice outdo herself on the illustrations or what? And how about that layout? The graphic designer did a lovely job, doncha think?
It is with a happy sigh, and more than a tear or two that I get to share this with you! Tom T.’s Tale is printed, and will be available on Amazon by November 1st! My daughter insists on calling this my “limited first edition bilingual hardback print copy”, which is certainly a mouthful. Very soon, you’ll be able to get your hands on a copy of your own.
Thank you for joining me for just a hint of my excitement!
Stay tuned for future editions, and book 2 of the Down Home on the Farm series is on its way…