tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6232628723576241448.post7629727191695401163..comments2023-09-13T01:03:35.934-07:00Comments on Dance on Fire: And Then Suddenly...Without a PublisherJames Garcia Jrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00559119178720751963noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6232628723576241448.post-24102949198166100582012-07-15T15:49:28.818-07:002012-07-15T15:49:28.818-07:00I'm sorry to hear that, James. The good news m...I'm sorry to hear that, James. The good news may be that you have the rights for your first book, right? Ever heard of Michael Stackpole? He published a book, then that company rejected the sequel (or something like that) and he could never get another publisher to look at the second because that other company owned the rights to the first. Compared to that, your trek is not so bad. :) <br /><br />I saw your comment on facebook mentioning Lane of Evolved Publishing. I'd definitely recommend checking out that route.Tim Wardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11711718554317230349noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6232628723576241448.post-19463212095848642512012-07-05T08:01:35.638-07:002012-07-05T08:01:35.638-07:00Happy belated anniversary. Sorry to hear about you...Happy belated anniversary. Sorry to hear about your troubles. You will get there, you have to get your scary words out there. Keep going and fangs bared :) xSusan Mannhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09445232725431784781noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6232628723576241448.post-75131036152584898652012-07-01T10:05:10.424-07:002012-07-01T10:05:10.424-07:00Hey Jimmy! Happy belated anni!! 22 years is someth...Hey Jimmy! Happy belated anni!! 22 years is something to be proud of!<br />I'm sorry to hear about the pubber. :( But I can say that it's never been a better time to be a writer and there really is so much you can do on your own. SO whether you find a trad pubber or go indie, it's a brave new world and the possibilities are endless!!<br />Keep the faith, brother! :)PK HREZOhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11650153097981426833noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6232628723576241448.post-39433929559363296022012-07-01T08:01:33.315-07:002012-07-01T08:01:33.315-07:00I am so sorry about your publisher but maybe, just...I am so sorry about your publisher but maybe, just maybe, a better alternative will present itself. While I suck at giving advice, this little piece has always worked for me: Focus on what you can control. The rest will take care of itself.<br /><br />Congratulations on your wedding anniversary! You're a lucky guy. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6232628723576241448.post-42222158818943620842012-06-30T10:19:21.742-07:002012-06-30T10:19:21.742-07:00I tend to be an optimist (like a really annoying o...I tend to be an optimist (like a really annoying one), so I see this as something that seems like it sucks right now because you are in the middle of it, but something better will come along and you'll think to yourself how grateful you are. Just keep plugging along. I have faith and I look forward to seeing where you end up.Missed Periodshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10343265071637032284noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6232628723576241448.post-16875219089690726522012-06-29T04:57:41.412-07:002012-06-29T04:57:41.412-07:00Sorry to hear about that :(. Good news is that alt...Sorry to hear about that :(. Good news is that although it takes extra time to organise things yourself, you will learn a lot and may never need a publisher again. When you choose an editor (and I do editing too) make sure you get references, a written quote and a sample. Editors should be happy to provide a few pages or first chapter to show what they can do. When it's all finished get a separate person to proof your work. I had a professional cover done and it makes a lot of difference. When the book hits the shelves or internet be sure to let us all know so we can tweet for you. Good luck Jimmy, you'll do fine, we're all here for you :)Dionnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12382202206773864796noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6232628723576241448.post-35622660295480728012012-06-28T17:52:24.692-07:002012-06-28T17:52:24.692-07:00You know I'm in your corner, Jimmy. Your optio...You know I'm in your corner, Jimmy. Your options are not as bad as you think. Think it over. Let me know which way you want to go. <br /><br />BlazeBlaze McRobhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15593633013555705302noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6232628723576241448.post-20175828897980352022012-06-28T17:41:46.503-07:002012-06-28T17:41:46.503-07:00So sorry to hear that! You are right though, you&#...So sorry to hear that! You are right though, you'll find another way and continue with writing because it's what you do. I don't know a lot about the self-pub route, but tons of bloggers do, if you choose to go that way. Whatever you decide, we're here for you!alexiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07122487552931794871noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6232628723576241448.post-23294453498450136482012-06-27T15:46:54.249-07:002012-06-27T15:46:54.249-07:00Sorry to hear that the publisher is closing its do...Sorry to hear that the publisher is closing its doors! That's awful. Please believe that when one door closes, another opens.<br />Happy Anniversary to you and the Mrs.! (My anniversary was Sunday!)Kelly Polarkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10968381456100611120noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6232628723576241448.post-21413530430345093512012-06-26T10:31:26.428-07:002012-06-26T10:31:26.428-07:00Oh, wow... I'm so sorry to hear that! The publ...Oh, wow... I'm so sorry to hear that! The publishing industry is such a mess these days. :( <br /><br />I like doing things on my own and having complete control, but I do look forward to a time when I don't have to do *everything* myself. Stuff like book formatting is soooo tedious, and yes. It can be a real pain to learn. <br /><br />If you decide to go indie, feel free to pick my brain for any info you might need. ;)<br /><br />Hopefully you'll look back at this point someday, and see that it all worked out for the best. Whatever you decide to do, you have lots of writer friends who support you! *hugs*Jacquelynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11646450951770742173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6232628723576241448.post-55007088533536270042012-06-26T07:36:24.691-07:002012-06-26T07:36:24.691-07:00Jimmy, happy 24th, and 22nd. My husband and I coun...Jimmy, happy 24th, and 22nd. My husband and I count our frist date as our real anni. (^;<br /><br />I feel for your plight, my friend. I can only say that it would have been more compounded if you had lined up book signings and could get no books.<br /><br />I've taken the plunge, so to speak, at putting a short story up on Amazon, although I could not have done it alone. I'll have to learn how to do the formatting too. Although, I did do the formatting for my first self-pubbed book Spell of the Black Unicorn. I might try to use their formatting and see if it works again for me bc. I want to get it out in ebook form, now.<br /><br />I'm sure you will find your path, whatever it may be. You're a fighter, like the rest of us writers, we don't give up too easily!(^;Lorelei Bellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03294047277447613989noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6232628723576241448.post-86637304913029758992012-06-26T06:40:25.216-07:002012-06-26T06:40:25.216-07:00Jimmy, you will do fine!
Formatting, i can solve ...Jimmy, you will do fine!<br /><br />Formatting, i can solve that for you in a second. and you get a special rate (nada) because I've been there as well you know!<br /><br />I'll email you.<br /><br />Indie publishing is fine.<br />The one thing I would strongly suggest is the use of a professional editor and i can help with that too and no, it's not me! <br /><br />Do not be afraid of opening up a new door. Because I'll tell you what, there is a big world out there and you will join all the many indie writers who have discovered they're okay with the control and so on!<br /><br />Fear not, my friend!<br />I'm emailing you now.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6232628723576241448.post-22533638082097823572012-06-26T05:48:46.552-07:002012-06-26T05:48:46.552-07:00So sorry that you lost your publisher, Jimmy. Like...So sorry that you lost your publisher, Jimmy. Like everyone before me said, that does stink. The good news is that it isn't the end. As a matter of fact, keep your focus and you'll probably find new opportunities will emerge. Don't let it get you down. Ultimately, you will find success.<br /><br />Congrats on your wedding anniversary, by the way!Stephaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18021898381530493048noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6232628723576241448.post-25234858862365066482012-06-26T01:04:06.835-07:002012-06-26T01:04:06.835-07:00Oh, James - I'm so sorry to hear that. It is a...Oh, James - I'm so sorry to hear that. It is a blow, but I truly believe that there will be something bigger and better around the corner for you. Wishing you well in your search.<br /><br />Also, many congrats on the anniversary. That is wonderful! My hubby and I have been together 22 years and known each other (so long I can't remember!). It's great to know we are in good company:))Jane Isaachttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11170793644740072343noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6232628723576241448.post-39722488935375611282012-06-25T18:35:55.106-07:002012-06-25T18:35:55.106-07:00Dude.....you have to know what I'm gonna say. ...Dude.....you have to know what I'm gonna say. GO INDIE! Time will always be there. Remember me? *waves* 70-hour work weeks, teen boys with major attitude, a neurotic dog? I'm up at the same time as you are and I go to sleep about three hours later than you. And...second book out and ready to start two more...simultaneously. So, if I can do it, you can too. I'll help in any way I can, but there are so many people in this community who would love to help. I can at least direct you. So, have faith in yourself, Jimmy. You've totally got this one!Diana Murdockhttp://dianamurdock.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6232628723576241448.post-62353435429502568102012-06-25T18:06:49.235-07:002012-06-25T18:06:49.235-07:00Oh, wow. It took me a few minutes to digest this, ...Oh, wow. It took me a few minutes to digest this, but I think it is so important that you shared it, so thank you. We all need to be reminded that anything can happen with publishers big and small. Things are changing daily and we have to be able to adapt and move on, as much as it sucks sometimes. I know you'll keep going and do more great things, Jimmy. That's who you are. I will always believe in you and be here for help and support. I don't know anything about self publishing, but I do know the writing community is generous and you will find people with the knowledge who will help you if you choose that route. Best of luck:)Michele Shawhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16768815750264631798noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6232628723576241448.post-41162682175788372692012-06-25T14:54:25.872-07:002012-06-25T14:54:25.872-07:00Awww!!! I'm so sorry to hear this Jimmy! But l...Awww!!! I'm so sorry to hear this Jimmy! But like Maria said, when something like this happens, there's always another path just waiting for you to take. My novel is self-published, and while it's a lot of work, there are some great professionals out there that are pretty reasonably priced to help you out. I found a good editor and there are tons of great cover artists out there that won't break your bank. Formatting is difficult, but nothing you can't get through without the help of your friends. Just some thoughts to ponder :) Good luck hon! If there's anything I can do to help, give me a shout! You know where to find me ;)L.J. Kentowskihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09441452137277057123noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6232628723576241448.post-31497531123872164332012-06-25T09:34:59.805-07:002012-06-25T09:34:59.805-07:00That sucks, sorry to hear about it. All I can rec...That sucks, sorry to hear about it. All I can recommend is to go to Goodreads and join the Creative Reviews group - you can find people to do anything there. Among us are editors (like moi), formatters, artists, publicists - all sorts of great people. None of us work for free, but some of us have quite reasonable rates. I'm sure you can find people to help you get your book out there. Good luck - and BREATHE! :-)Katy Shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00545922085061044768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6232628723576241448.post-66854142625303779012012-06-25T07:51:10.008-07:002012-06-25T07:51:10.008-07:00Jimmy, What a bummer! I'm so sorry to hear abo...Jimmy, What a bummer! I'm so sorry to hear about this (there must be something in the air, huh?). Anyway, my friend would love to be your beta reader (she's been asking me when your next book was coming out). So if you want her opinion, send me an e-mail and I'll send you her address.<br /><br />I like what Maria said - smash in a window. Sounds like advice I should follow, too! At least we have our writing. No one can take that away.Stacy McKitrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07898731847653710759noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6232628723576241448.post-3253105916109897452012-06-25T04:37:07.829-07:002012-06-25T04:37:07.829-07:00Losing your publisher sucks.
What happened to the...Losing your publisher sucks.<br /><br />What happened to the rights of Dance on Fire? Did you get them back immediately? <br /><br />Sounds like you're doing all the right things. It's time to assess and investigate other venues. If one door closes, smash in a window. Good luck.Maria Zanninihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01604862636922299273noreply@blogger.com