Sunday, September 23, 2012

Debut Novel Success

Kicking back today with a leisurely kayak outing, but not before I say, THANK YOU.

My novel launch was a huge success. The paperback copy started the day ranked #435,371 on Amazon.com and by 10:00 p.m., A Stop in the Park, found its way to #357 out of six million books. I have my wonderful family, friends, colleagues at the City School District of Albany and my online community of friends/followers to thank for that wonderful moment.

On top of that, I clicked onto my hometown's newspaper, The Saratogian, today and saw this article about my journey with A Stop in the Park. 

 http://www.saratogian.com/articles/2012/09/23/life/doc505df1dede891304385113.txt

It's been an amazing, but exhausting few days, so I'll leave you with good wishes for a great week. I'll be on the lookout for those kick back moments that make us stop, let go, and focus on the wonder that surrounds us everyday.
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10 comments:

  1. Sandra NachlingerSeptember 24, 2012 at 12:02 AM

    WOOHOO! What great news and richly deserved! I left a comment on The Saratogian's website, but it isn't showing up. If it doesn't appear soon, I'll try again.

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  2. Ramona FlightnerSeptember 24, 2012 at 10:18 AM

    Congratulations, Peggy! I loved the write up in the paper and I can't wait to read my copy. Best of luck with everything. I am so happy for you! Ramona

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  3. Pat GarciaSeptember 24, 2012 at 12:03 PM

    Hi Peggy,

    Yippeeeeeee!!!!!!! Kick back and relax today and enjoy it. Happy for you and proud of you.
    Now I will walk over to the newspaper article.
    Ciao,
    Patricia

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  4. Sandra McLeod HumphreySeptember 24, 2012 at 1:52 PM

    CONGRATULATIONS, Peggy, and I ordered a copy! I can hardly wait to read it!

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  5. Deirdre TolhurstSeptember 24, 2012 at 2:33 PM

    Congratulations! I will be buying the book soon!

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  6. AnonymousSeptember 24, 2012 at 5:41 PM

    Congratulations Peggy!! I read the newspaper article and I'm so happy for you!!

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  7. UnknownSeptember 25, 2012 at 6:10 PM

    Thanks so much everyone!!!!

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  8. AnonymousSeptember 26, 2012 at 7:12 PM

    Hi Peggy!

    Just saw your post on Book Blogs, and decided to follow you.
    Hope you can stop by my blog and eventually enter my giveaway!

    Andreia @ tyrony.com

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  9. AnonymousOctober 1, 2012 at 3:39 PM

    Your post is inspiring. As a writer I have my head stuck in how hard it isto get noticed. You are a shining example of what can be accomplished. Thanks for sharing.

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  10. UnknownOctober 2, 2012 at 5:37 PM

    Whoo hoo! This is so awesome, Peggy! Left comments at Saratogian's website. Can't wait to receive my copy:>)

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