Today Angela Call delivered large size files with all of the pictures for my children’s book. They are beautiful. Better than beautiful, they are funny and energetic and they make me happy. I love this book. I printed out a paper copy for myself. It is amazing how much more real the project seems when I can hold it in my hands. I could not have asked for a better illustrator. Not only that, but she and her husband have both been a pleasure to work with. They have been professional throughout the project.
I wrote the text for the book back in December. January I did my great artist search. Those were busy/exciting times, but for the last 3 months I’ve had to sit and wait while the pictures slowly came into being. Now I get to work again. There are a few final picture tweaks and then Howard and I need to get down to the business of getting the book printed and released. This is where I really earn my half of the royalties. I don’t mind the work. I’m a little worried about getting it right, but I don’t mind the work itself. The work is a small price to pay, because in July I will get to hold a real book in my hand. It will be a real book with wonderful pictures and my name on the cover.
*happy dance*
HOORAY !!! Your posts are always so thoughtful, and I LOVE the ways you characterize/write about your children. Can’t wait to read the book!!!
Cool! Good going!
Ooh! Ooh! Me wantsa copy! Make July come faster!
Happy b-day to Kiki!
She’s almost a full-blown teenager… And to think she was well within single-digit years when Schlock started… I’d say we’ve gotten to watch your kids all grow, but we haven’t.
But we’ve gotten to enjoy hearing yu talk about them, which is just as good. You have a great set of kids.
I am always amazed that the clarity you bring to my thoughts sometimes! Sandra, you are so full of insight and I admire you for recognizing things about yourself and working so diligently to improve yourself and help your family.
I do hope you realize that while you are a stay-at-home-mom, you are also a full time employee (paid or not). Your schedule is terribly busy and you deserve a break here and there. Please know that there are those of us who are so thankful for the awareness you show and share with us. I love how you and Howard work as a team and support each other in business and in your family.
I hope this month is full of joy for you and your family. 🙂