tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523176879771875815.post3909173233710571118..comments2023-04-27T04:30:40.440-05:00Comments on Digging Out of Distraction: Break Out the Bubbly & Dark Chocolate--Celebrating Christina Wolfer's Debut Novel TWO BROTHERSChristinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05383099148014297450noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523176879771875815.post-29864299966865638692011-08-17T07:58:06.712-05:002011-08-17T07:58:06.712-05:00Thanks for the advice, Christina!
And best wish...Thanks for the advice, Christina! <br /><br />And best wishes for success in all you do!Katherine Bonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14701961380138616355noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523176879771875815.post-2803600939930511322011-08-12T11:23:30.963-05:002011-08-12T11:23:30.963-05:00Hi Katherine. I often find myself late to parties,...Hi Katherine. I often find myself late to parties, too, but I'm just glad you made it by.<br /><br />Wow! Biggest hurdle - that is really going to vary from person to person. The first thing that came into my mind when reading your question was the many, many differing opinions you'll get about your writing and how you deal with those opinions. The subjectivity of the industry, which never gives you a clear direction. You have to be able to trust in your gut whether to listen to the advice as to what works and what doesn't. That means your critique partners, your friends and editor. Love what you write because you're going to be reading it over and over. I think there are many hurdles, but there are just as many opportunities. Find them or create them. Just my opinion, though. Good Luck!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10251531547727119406noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523176879771875815.post-33585154370457772822011-08-12T11:08:39.466-05:002011-08-12T11:08:39.466-05:00Susan,
Thank you for stopping by. I agree, storie...Susan,<br /><br />Thank you for stopping by. I agree, stories with horses in them have always been my favorite, too. There is something about them that add an instant romantic feel to a story.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10251531547727119406noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523176879771875815.post-78745108616952857142011-08-11T20:19:34.694-05:002011-08-11T20:19:34.694-05:00Great interview, Christine! You know the best peo...Great interview, Christine! You know the best people. ;)<br /><br />Christina, congratulations on your release! I'm late to the party but wanted to thank you for encouraging those of us who have yet to publish. <br /><br />What is the biggest hurdle a struggling writer must face, other than rejections? And what is your advice in overcoming that struggle?<br /><br />Thanks!Katherine Bonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14701961380138616355noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523176879771875815.post-9130853146868678712011-08-11T06:57:30.971-05:002011-08-11T06:57:30.971-05:00Christine, thanks for hosting Christina. It is gre...Christine, thanks for hosting Christina. It is great to learn about her and her new book.<br /><br />Christina,you book sounds great. It certainly has plenty of conflict. Stories with horses in the are always good.<br /><br />Susan Carlisle<br />Heart Surgeon, Her...Husband?<br />www.SusanCarlisle.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523176879771875815.post-91873157326827315062011-08-11T04:14:32.263-05:002011-08-11T04:14:32.263-05:00Hi Regina,
I'm enjoying writing the Undercove...Hi Regina,<br /><br />I'm enjoying writing the Undercover story. I hope to have it finished by the end of September and published before the end of the year. Thanks for leaving a comment.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10251531547727119406noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523176879771875815.post-9545906833188204842011-08-11T04:09:26.985-05:002011-08-11T04:09:26.985-05:00Thanks, Linsey. The celebrating is definitely happ...Thanks, Linsey. The celebrating is definitely happening inside and maybe that should be good enough. I kept thinking I should do something externally/visual, but really, what could be more signifigant than holding the actual book in my hands. That was a defining moment.<br /><br />Thanks for stopping buy. I'm going to go check out your web site and books, now. I didn't look far, but thought I saw something about Chicago and some attitude that has me wanting to find out more.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10251531547727119406noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523176879771875815.post-46961759161535485312011-08-10T22:43:06.502-05:002011-08-10T22:43:06.502-05:00The upcoming Undercover sounds intriguing. Will wa...The upcoming Undercover sounds intriguing. Will watch for it.Regina Richardshttp://www.4badmommies.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523176879771875815.post-67074573116774542372011-08-10T19:00:24.730-05:002011-08-10T19:00:24.730-05:00You're right Christine. I DO want to read the ...You're right Christine. I DO want to read the whole book now. Thanks for introducing us to Christina Wolfer. And thanks, Christina, for the insight into your writing life. I think you should start celebrating now and never stop. I'm thrilled for you. :)Linsey Lanierhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00715385349179663367noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523176879771875815.post-73594129147291528892011-08-10T13:18:39.559-05:002011-08-10T13:18:39.559-05:00Hi Joan,
My husband is and has been the biggest s...Hi Joan,<br /><br />My husband is and has been the biggest supporter. My mom is also a huge support, but she doesn't have to live with me. <br /><br />My husband's belief in this story never faltered. He is also very accepting of the amount of time I spend writing and is very good at letting me know when he needs some attention. :) <br /><br />Do you have a favorite Robyn Carr story? I'm amazed at how she keeps the Virgin River series going and fresh.<br /><br />Thank you for your question and stopping in.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10251531547727119406noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523176879771875815.post-83308360905718687732011-08-10T12:04:46.256-05:002011-08-10T12:04:46.256-05:00Great interview, Christine. Sounds like a great st...Great interview, Christine. Sounds like a great story, Christina. I'm a huge fan of Robyn Carr as well. Who was your biggest supporter through the doubts?Joan Leacotthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13931469692532851398noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523176879771875815.post-58506681692763212962011-08-10T09:39:37.614-05:002011-08-10T09:39:37.614-05:00Thank you, Gwen. Great questions. Obviously, I hea...Thank you, Gwen. Great questions. Obviously, I heard horror stories of major re-writes, so my biggest surprise was when my edits came back with minimal changes required. With that said, though, I must step back. This story had gone through major edits before it ever hit this publishers door. So the structure of the story was pretty solid. We removed a few scenes, which shocked me when I realized that doing so had no bearing on the rest of the story. Plus, I had to rewrite a few scences. All which made the story stronger. Overall, it was fairly pain free, but thorough.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10251531547727119406noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523176879771875815.post-57616676324463338322011-08-10T09:22:21.339-05:002011-08-10T09:22:21.339-05:00Sandy,
Thanks for stopping in. We've got you e...Sandy,<br />Thanks for stopping in. We've got you entered in the drawing. I hope you enjoy Two Brothers.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10251531547727119406noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523176879771875815.post-91842634590872251112011-08-10T08:16:55.358-05:002011-08-10T08:16:55.358-05:00Great interview, Christine. You alway ask interest...Great interview, Christine. You alway ask interesting questions.<br /><br />Christina: Congratulations on selling the book! The blurb definitely hooked me. How rigorous was your editorial process? Did any part of the process surprise you?Gwen Hernandezhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01394401588845644494noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523176879771875815.post-18387404075493219072011-08-10T07:00:59.990-05:002011-08-10T07:00:59.990-05:00Christine,
Thanks for introducing me to another au...Christine,<br />Thanks for introducing me to another author ...and book...that I must read.<br /><br />I love suspense...even though I seldom write it, and this one sounds really good.Sandy Elziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01022165574776919842noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523176879771875815.post-35680486665153361382011-08-10T06:33:37.039-05:002011-08-10T06:33:37.039-05:00It's my pleasure to party with you!! I am very...It's my pleasure to party with you!! I am very happy my roomie got a contract. Good things happen to good people. You're proof!!<br /><br />:-)Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05383099148014297450noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5523176879771875815.post-183746849089916582011-08-10T05:30:26.626-05:002011-08-10T05:30:26.626-05:00Hi Christine! I just wanted to pop in real quick a...Hi Christine! I just wanted to pop in real quick and say how excited I am to be here today. We have history, girl, and it just seems right to be celebrating here with you. Not to mention, I have always loved the look and feel of your site. Makes me feel at home. <br /><br />Thank you for hosting the party.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10251531547727119406noreply@blogger.com