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Penny and the Cherry Bombs traveled from Canada and all over the
U.S. to meet at the NJRW conference. View
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An expert on the romance genre, Debbie works at Footnotes Bookstore
in Clifton, NJ. If you're looking for a romance-friendly place,
you can find it there. View
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Elsie and I share a love for romance and…penguins! Who knew?
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That's why our readers are so important to us. I was reminded of
this by my recent weekend at the New Jersey Romance Writers' conference
(the best writers' conference anywhere!). There I was lucky enough
to get together with three of my favorite supporters: writer Penny
D., bookseller Debbie S., and bookseller/reader's group leader Elsie
H. (see photos). Of course, all three are passionate about books
or they wouldn't be doing what they are. Talking with them about
our favorite subject is always a pleasure.
They also reminded me of why I write: for my readers. Without the
support of people who truly enjoy my books, it would be much more
difficult to sit in my garret all alone and create my fictional
worlds. Harder yet is braving the slings and arrows of the publishing
business. Folks like Penny, Debbie and Elsie are the reason I keep
going. When they tell me they can't wait to read my next book, it
makes all the ups and downs worthwhile. It spurs me on to write
a better book. Sometimes it's all that keeps me writing at all.
So please know that the email and snail mail you send me, the entries
you write in my guest book, and your comments on the contest entries
mean the world to me. Your encouragement can change the whole mood
of my day. Your words make me a better writer. You're truly important
to me and to every other writer out there.
Don't ever hesitate to send an enthusiastic note to your favorite
author when you finish her book. Even if she doesn't answer you,
be assured that she read it and treasured it. Know that you added
to the fire of her creativity. Remember that you're the reason she
sits at the keyboard for hours on end.
One more thing: thank you!
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