The life of a mystery writer is full of twists and turns. Some good. Some not. But here’s a twist that lands in the good category. I’ve signed a two-book publishing contract with Imajin Books for DESCENT and BURNT.
When I began writing my novels, I loved reading blogs about the writing process, about how to write, about how to publish, and about anything else to do with writing. And I still do. Now it’s time to return the favour. Over the next few months (or years), I’ll blog about the publishing experience. I’ll do my best to share what I learn. To give you an idea of what’s coming, here are my first baby steps in working with a publisher.
Step one: Re-launch my website and give it a cleaner look. This is a work in progress, and the updates will keep coming as I go through the publishing process.
Step two: Decide if working titles for DESCENT and BURNT are the final titles.
Step three: It’s a mystery.
Stay tuned . . .
And as usual, thanks for reading.
Creative Story Editors 
I want to be…but I’m still not ready. Hopefully next year : )
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Keep working and you’ll get there. I wrote four novels before getting to this stage. I read somewhere that persistence is one of the most important traits of a writer . . . Good luck with your writing and thanks for commenting.
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Dear Kristina,
Thanks for sharing all of your editing ideas before submitting a manuscript. They are very helpful. Good luck in revamping your website and your submission process. You are an inspiration.
Never Give Up
Joan
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Joan, it’s always nice to hear from you. Your tag line “Never Give Up” inspires me every time I read it.
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Congrats Kristina on your two-book deal! I’ve also been posting My Publishing Journey on my website/blog, http://www.judypenzsheluk.com. I signed with Barking Rain Press for my debut mystery, The Hanged Man’s Noose. It comes out this July! But the journey was far from smooth, and I too wanted to share it with others in the hope it would help others.
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Judy, Congratulations you signing with Barking Rain Press. I love the name of the company. I look forward to reading the Hanged Man’s Noose this summer!
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Thanks Kristina! I look forward to reading you as well.
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When your books are printed, do they use gray type? Usually it’s black, because it is easier to read, because there is more contrast. Same applies to your web site.
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Don, thank you for the comment. I’m not sure about the books, but I’ll look at darkening the text for the website. I do want it to be readable.
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This is such exciting news, Kristina! Huge congratulations! You’ve worked so hard for this, and it’s so wonderful to see that it has finally paid off for you. 🙂
I look forward to reading about your progress.
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And that’s what I get for commenting from the Reader … just look at this new website. Gorgeous! Makes me want to pack up my skis and hit the slopes.
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Kirsten, it’s so wonderful to hear from you. Thanks for the lovely words. It’s so nice to be supported by other authors.
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