Friday 28th January 2011 - Letting Go

I think I've mentioned before what a mixed feeling it is when a book goes off to the printers. In some ways, it's like one of your chicks flying the nest; a sense of pride mingled with worry that they won't make their own way and be successful. Now that My So-Called Phantom Lovelife has started this final stage in it's journey to becoming a finished book and I'm feeling exactly like that. It won't feel real until I hold it in my hands but I'm still fretting about how it will do out there on its own. Sometimes it can be hard to let go and trust that yopu've done a good job.

The other thing I'm starting to think about is promotion. Spooky Lucy's fab trailer has got me thinking about filming my own for Skye's new adventure so if I can find the time, I might give that a go. And I'll be having a little launch party sometime in March, I think, so watch this space.

Meanwhile, Stunt Bunny: Tour Troubles is hopping into shops ahead of the official publication day. I discovered today that 2011 is the Chinese year of the Rabbit, which seems strangely auspicious, especially when you realise the new year starts on Thursday 3rd February, the same day Tour Troubles launches. You might see Harriet about as she'll be visiting the odd blog and I hear her adventure is going to be on sale in Waitrose. Do take a pic if you spot her - you'll find her next to the organic carrots.