GRAVE WITCH - An Alex Craft Novel
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Before I start this post, let me say that you guys are absolutely wonderful. I love meeting you at cons and signings, and even though I'm ridiculously (to the point of embarrassment) behind on my email, I love hearing from you. The fact that people want to read stories that initially exist only in my head still amazes me. You are all awesome and I cherish each and every one of my readers.
So then why have I been so quiet recently? The blog has been barren, twitter and facebook have been neglected, and my website is in woeful need of an update.
Well, the answer is rather complicated and very personal.
Writing is something I love to do, but it is also my job. I've always tried to maintain a clear line between my job and my private life, and to ensure that whatever is going on in my personal life doesn't interfere with my job. That's what professionals do, right? There are deadlines to meet and events to attend and business to be conducted.
Recently preventing the events in my life from impacting my job has become increasingly difficult. And in the last year or so, it has become impossible. I don't want to go into details--my private pain and struggles are not something I want splashed on the internet--but I felt I owed you, the readers wondering why the heck the next book isn't out yet, some sort of explanation.
At this time, there is very little I can say besides to apologize and promise that I am working as hard as I possibly can to get the books to you. I don't know exactly when that will be, and I don't even want to guess. But rest assured, there WILL be more books in both the Haven and Alex Craft series. I have lots of ideas and plans for the characters (and for several other series that are on the back burner as well) so there is definitely more to come.
All of that said, I've been advised that for my own well being and in the interest of catching up (and hopefully getting back ahead of my deadlines), to make some changes this year. Namely, to take a step back on my appearance schedule in 2013 so that I can focus my energy on healing and writing.
At the moment, I have no tour planned, and the only convention I have on my agenda is ConCarolinas in NC on May 31-June 2nd. (Dragon*Con is still up in the air, I've been invited, but I have yet to accept.) I'll try to post on the blog once in a awhile, just to let you guys know I'm alive or if situations change and I add events. I intend to update the website (or hire someone to do it for me) and I will slowly be sifting through my mail (but it will take me a while to reply to all of you.)
If all goes well, I hope to return to the convention circuit again in 2014 with brand new books in both series for you.
Thank you for your understanding and patience in what has been (and currently continues to be) a very difficult time for me.
*hugs*
Sick of being sick and tired
6 hours ago
13 comments:
Take your time. Your fans and friends want you to feel better and do what you need to in order to recover. Sorry for any loss or suffering you dealt with.
::hugs:: to you and know we wish you well in all things. Alex, like all great things, is worth waiting for ;)
Lots of hugs!
Hope your life is taking a better turn now! Please take all the time you need to get back into the "game"! We'll all be here when you're ready!
((((HUGS))))
Your fans adore you and only want the best for you. We will miss seeing your smiling face, but we want you to happy in your heart, not just on your face. Many blessings!
*hugs*
We'll be waiting for you when you're able to come back :)
I have to say that late to following you online, so I can't speak to your previous web presence, but with a foot in the web, Blogger, Twitter, etc. -- you're already meeting your fans more than halfway.
It's hard for private people to deal with this new always on, social internet at the best of times. Add more to the mix, and something is likely to give.
The fact that have developed a talent to entertain and choose to share it with the world at large is inspiring and wonderful. Anything more is at your discretion.
I understand that interacting with fans keeps your work top of mind and is probably wise from a career standpoint; however, I'd like to think that most people understand you're a person.
Here's hoping that any and all troubles are soon well in hand and quickly a thing of past.
Wishing you all the best!
You has to be your number one priority. We all love your books and, of course, are breathlessly awaiting the next ones, but they are just books while you are a person. There's no contest in what is more important. Get yourself to a good place and we'll be here when you"re ready.
Wishing you healing and support!!! So excited to read and hear more from you. I have been checking the blog Twitter and Facebook because I was actually worried about you. I hope everything works out. You have loyal fans to support you whenever you need us!!
I certainly understand how life can interfere with your vocation. Take care of yourself; you can't give to others if you can't take care of youraelf. I will be thinking and praying for your healing and will look forward to reading when you are ready.
As readers, we adore our authors for all their hard work but as an author, you probably feel a little pressure to keep us hooked to your work. Just a little note, to say never fear, your work is brilliant and as such, will always be in demand, be it now, months down the line or even next year. You have a talent but also the respect from your readers! Best wishes
"The Zen philosopher Basha once wrote, 'A flute with no holes, is not a flute. A donut with no hole, is a Danish.'"
Become whole again.
It's hard to write, and it's hard to work, when you're head and heart are elsewhere! Nothing to apologize for or explain, I don't believe we'd enjoy your writing if you didn't enjoy putting the words to paper! So please feel better and know that you have fans that'll wait for you :)
You write some of my favourite books, especially the Alex Craft novels, and I would still rather wait a year or more for the next one than think that writing them is hurting you. Take care of yourself, and I look forward to seeing your books when I see them.
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