Wrapped Up Like a Blog

To answer the above question: Nah!

It's been an interesting year for me. Many good things happened, some of which I cannot mention for privacy reasons (though come April, people across the country will see for themselves), and some for personal reasons. But suffice it to say, I've had a couple highlights of the Year We Made Contact.

3) I joined the After-LOST Podcast. Along with Andrew and Nancy Drew (I am the third Drew, Dru Chance), I take part in a weekly (more or less) podcast which involves a rewatch of that seminal television show LOST. It ended in May, but fans continue to ponder it in wonder and frustration. If you loved the show, you can listen as we analyze it with the perspective of the entire series. If you've never seen it before, you can listen to the firt half of the program with no fear of spoilage. Check out our website at www.after-lost.com if you're interested!

2) I joined the team at Smarties Tutoring Services. 2 years after I left the classroom, I am back in the education business, though in a very different role. I spent a couple years as an editorial assistant at a puzzle magazine publisher before I realized it was not for me. Now I am adjusting to my new job, with a new group of people who are fun, dedicated and talented, and, though it can be tough and stressful at times, I know that I made a good decision.

1) My book is coming out! I remember clearly, back in February, I stayed home on Super Bowl Sunday putting finishing touches on my manuscript for submission to Seven Realms. I had been rejected by dozens of agents as well as a few small publishers. But Kent Holloway, the big cheese at 7R saw something in Misty Johnson and became its biggest fan (well, second biggest after me!). Having someone who is enthusiastic about my work made a big difference. It was a long wait from then until now, but in one week, the ebook verison of Misty Johnson, Supernatural Dick in... Capitol Hell comes out. It's been a dream of mine since childhood, and I am thrilled it is finally coming to fruition.

So, while I've had some down times: flat tires, feline intestinal surgery and other minor issues, I am happy to say that 2010 has been a good year for me, and I hope that 2011 continues the trend! Here's hoping your coming year is better than the last!