There are times
when we just gotta clear the chess board and begin the game again with new and
improved strategies. Whether it’s in your life or in your work, sometimes you
need to shake things up, see what’s left standing, and bulldoze the rest.
If you haven’t
already found out through the social media or other blog announcements, Musa
Publishing—my publisher of 3½ years—decided to close their virtual doors for
good on February 28th, 2015. It was truly a sad day indeed, not only
for the scores of authors who had their books published through Musa, but for
the editors, book formatters, promotion specialists, and the five owners who
put their blood, sweats, and tears into the company. I will always be grateful
for Musa Publishing kick-starting my writing career. ALWAYS.
Thankfully, The
Last Timekeepers time travel series was picked up immediately by another
publisher. Again, I’m on the ground floor of a young publishing company who
will bring my books to the next level, and a wider audience. Last week I signed
two contracts with Mirror World
Publishing for The Last Timekeepers
and the Arch of Atlantis, and the prequel to the series, Legend of the Timekeepers. Both books
will be available for purchase worldwide in paperback and ebook format this
summer. I’m so excited about this opportunity to reach new readers, continue on
with my series, and create something of value to make people of all ages smile.
The chess board
has been reset. The game has begun.
So happy your found a home for your books already. I'm looking but haven't found a publisher yet.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Susan! Don't worry, the right publisher will FIND you! Best wishes!
DeleteHi Sharon, as a fellow MWP author, I congratulate and welcome you!
ReplyDeleteCheers, Adam! Is there a hazing ceremony? Wink. Appreciate your kind wishes!
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DeleteCongrats, Sharon!
ReplyDeleteThank you!
DeleteGlad to see everything working out for you, Sharon.
ReplyDeleteI appreciate your kind wishes, Steve! There are no accidents, and everything happens for a reason. Cheers and thanks for stopping by!
DeleteSharon, Sorry for the changes you had to go through, but so happy that you were immediately picked up by another publisher! Onward and upward!! I imagine a lot of us will deal with something similar at some point in time. All the best to you!!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Brenda, I appreciate your kind wishes and support! Let's hope it doesn't happen too often. Cheers!
DeleteI too am sorry you (and all the others) have to start again. I'm happy you've found a new home, but I lament the loss of the first publications. I'm here for you, eager to help with the re-launch in any way I can.
ReplyDeleteI so appreciate your offer, Kai, and will definitely be knocking on your virtual doors for guest posts and book launching! Hugs!
DeleteGreat post, Sharon. Back in the game and ready to play...er write. Sounds like your new publisher is taking your books to the next level. Cheers!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Rita! To infinity and beyond! LOL! Here's hoping Snooper and the gang will join The Last Timekeepers! Wink.
DeleteSo pleased you found another publisher so quickly. We really do have to be ready for anything in this writing game! :)
ReplyDeleteTrue that, Darlene! I feel quite blessed to have found a publisher that fast! I guess it's the nature of the business beast! Cheers for your kind support!
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