Yesterday, while walking down the street, I heard the golden-voiced Devon Horse Show emcee introducing a Floridian horse named Undercover. I stood and waited as Undercover jumped a clean, high-gated round, a good-luck omen, I thought. Today Jill Santopolo writes to tell me that my own Undercover paperback has officially launched as of this hour. "I hope you celebrate," she said.
An hour later the mail brought a package from Jill containing the hardback of Nothing but Ghosts. It was the first I'd seen this book in its final form— a reminder of how much better the hardback is than the ARCs released months ago. Nuances matter in the books that I write, and they matter particularly in Ghosts.
How does one celebrate the release of two books? I can only think of one way. By plucking peonies from my garden and arranging a photo shoot, and by sharing the news with the intrepid souls who so graciously gather here.
Beautiful, both books, and congratulations!!
How lovely! I'm envious--it's years between my books.
This is awesome! Congratulations!
Yippee!
It's a celebration. Woohoo and peonies, too!
Congratulations, Beth. Cannot wait to read the very-soon-to-be-released NBG.
(Thanks so much for the the peonies. Those flowers say Memorial day weekend, but none can be found in the desert.)
Yay! Congratulations, Beth! I am so looking forward to reading Nothing but Ghosts. Lovely peonies, BTW :^)
I got my copy of the paperback today! Blog post is forthcoming.
I'm so excited for Nothing but Ghosts.
Oh, my goodness. Your peonies are stunning! Mine are still wrapped in tight buds and I can't wait until they unfurl.
Congrats on both books, Beth! They are both beautiful and I can't wait for people to discover them.
Let's all help spread the word!
Ah, my dear cousin, celebrate wonderfully....smile and enjoy. Congratulations! Love, Libby
Bought my Undercover paperback today! Lovely picture :)
You should celebrate with cake! :P
By the way, I've posted up a review of Undercover. I loved it!
Two book releases AND homegrown peonies?!?
I can't stand it! ;^)
I'm cheering for you...
XO
Anna
Beautiful! Our Idaho peonies are mere buds this week.Congratulations on your two books.
Both books are so pretty. Congratulations - you are terribly lucky. How much good news in such a short time!
I think I might celebrate with spontaneous combustion...
or peonies. Peonies a close second. What a wonderful day!
*squee!*
Congrats, Beth!
Congratulations on two beautiful additions to your collection of work!
Congratulations and huzzah!