Friday, August 04, 2006

The Morning After

So ... last night was my book launch party and wow. It was everything I could have dreamed! I got there early with my husband and sister to set up, and what a thrill to see rows and rows of chairs and a rack with 100 copies of my book!



For the first hour, there was a meet and greet, where we had some wine and cheese and got to chat. I think close to a hundred people came. I did a little talk/reading, and then signed books. My burned finger was adequately bandaged and didn't even hurt.



Of course, I didn't keep track of how many I had signed, but figured we sold about 50. I was wrong.



So I think the good folks at Book Revue were pleased. My publisher, too. Me, I'll bask in the afterglow while I do laundry, tidy up the house and make the kids breakfast. And I'll try not stick any body parts into flesh-searing household appliances.

Meanwhile, a huge cyber hug to all the wonderful family and friends who came last night. Your love and support overwhelm me ...

7 comments:

Anonymous said...

i wish i could have been there El. it looks like a wonderful time and experience!

looks like maine was represented though. i see a bottle of poland springs there on the table. damn that poland springs always showing up where i want to be!!

congrats again, and i'm really really excited for you.

JC

Stan said...

Excellent before and after pics on the bookrack! Congrats!

RobinSlick said...

I am so glad you posted this!

You are my hero.

xo

Ellen said...

Justin ... I'm never too far from a bottle of Poland Spring! Thanks for the good wishes from the north!

Sue ... what does it mean??

Stan ... thanks! I'll pass that on to my photographer/roommate. ;)

Rob ... thanks, friend. I'm still in a zone!

KrisT said...

Congratulations, Ellen! This is really exciting. I can't wait for my copy!

Richard Cooper said...

Wow, and double wow!! What fun!

katrina said...

This is incredible, Ellen!!! Your book is soaring!!!