They arrived! Cartons of beautiful books – my book! Fresh from the printer, everything I hoped for and more. Can't help it – I'm very proud of the end result of all those months of planning and writing and revising.
Of course, we had to celebrate with a signing/packing/shipping session. And what's a celebration without chocolate? I was prepared with Baltimore's famous Berger cookies, but my publisher, Peg Silloway, did that one better with homemade fudgey brownies. Yum!
Books and brownies – there's no better way to celebrate.
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Yeah Margaret!! What an accomplishment for you. I hope everything goes great for you, I know it will. I can't think of anything better to go with your book than brownies. I think it is one of the main food groups. All the best.
Margaret, those would be my two favorite loves, books and chocolate;it doesn't get much better than that! Congrats on all your hard work coming to fruition!
Wow, that must be a great feeling Margaret. Congrats. BTW, I lived in the Baltimore-Annapolis area for 35 years. I left in 2004 and miss the crabs, the Chesapeake Bay, and all my friends.
Aloha, Richard
Margaret - HOW EXCITING!! I'm so looking forward to my book! I'm so proud of you, Peg and marti! But, if I were you I'd hide those brownies....you know how much marti loves chocolate!
That is really great!!! Congratulations!!!
Margaret - That is terrific! I have a few books of my own in mind - just need to focus!
Margaret, the brownies make me hungry, but I also hunger for knowledge. I have to get your masterpiece on order!!
Congratulations on your book! I wish you every success.
Audrey, I had purchased the famous Berger chocolate topped cookies but Peg surprised me with her magnificent fudge brownies.
Marchel. It does not get any better. Thank you!
Richard, Let me know if you are planning to come back for a visit so we can have some crabs together.
Linda, What brownies? Long gone! There is something in the mail to mARTi.
Jennie Thanks for stopping by!
Jason, About those books.....just do it. A deadline is a must..
Gary,Yes, We are hungry for knowledge. I am learning from and enjoying your posts.
Mykel, Thank you so much
Margaret - Mucho congratulations on your book now in print. How exciting. And celebrating with chocolate makes it totally complete. Bravo.
Jeff
Congratulations! I can't imagine how excited you must be, and I look forward to getting a copy in the near future.
Congratulations --- this is a wonderful achievement on your part, I am looking forward to reading it.
Congratulations Margaret! You must be so proud...they look beautiful! ;-)
Jeff,Peg and I always celebrate with chocolate. There was no communication...I had the chocolate cookies and she had the brownies baked. Great minds think alike!
Margaret, The excitement is at a high level.
Alexsandra, Thank you so much.
Teri, They are so beautiful. Each is miniature piece of art....thanks to mARTi.
Congratulations on your book! How exciting!
And, chocolate goes with everything!
Margaret - How wonderful!! I'm sure you're over the moon right now! Congratulations, can't wait to check it out! Best wishes for continued success!!!
M.
Hi Margaret - Congrats on the new book! Ethel M chocolates are made right here in Henderson NV. I'm thinking I might be able to negotiate a trade for a signed copy! :)
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Good morning Margaret,
I am so glad that the books are finally here, now what do I need to do to get a copy? :-))
Congratulations Margaret. That is quite an accomplishment, you wrote a book and got it published.
Congratulates Margaret. You should have broken out some bubbly too. This is definitely cause for celebration.
Margaret - Congratulations on the book. I'll have to put this book on my list to purchase.
Very cool Margaret!!! I am sooooooo happy for you. You must be so proud. I can't wait to read it.
Margaret,
We're all proud of your accomplishment. Can't wait for my copy to arrive!
Mike in Tucson
Congratulations Margaret.
May your book be read by many and purchased by more.
Morning Margaret,
Congratulations, a great accomplishment to say the least. And to launch the signing and sales during this Happy Holiday Season. A gift to be remembered!
Holy moly !!! That is awesome Margaret ! And especially at this time of year must make it very rewarding ! Congrats : )
CONGRATULATIONS, Margaret! Be proud! Be happy! and most of us --- Be You! You have done a wonderful thing in writing this book and I'm sure all of us are going to be checking it out!
Congratulations Margaret!
That must be a great feeling finally being done nad having the finished project in front of you. :)
Wonderful ! Congratulations ! Do we know is there a way other than Pay Pal...won't go there again...it took half a day for one transaction last time. Know that this is the first of however many you wish to write...every best wish for your continued success !
Margaret, Congratulations. How do I get a copy?
Margaret, I am sure you are happy it is all done. Now the fun part starts.
Margaret congrats on getting your book off the ground. I wish you much success with it.
It's like having a baby, isn't it? All the months of writing ( being pregnant) labor, delivery and then voila.....a baby book. Congratulations Margaret, Did Seth review it? I never heard. The cover marti did looks amazing too.
Can't wait to read.
Margaret -
Can't wait to see a copy of your book - let us know when available!
Happy Holidays!
Sue says hi!
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Margaret, what a great accomplishment. I'm ordering one of your books today. Thanks.
Congratulations Margaret. That is so awesome. So many people think they can write - but don't actually do it. I hope your book is outrageously successful. :)
Great info and thank you for sharing. Lots of good items in there.
Margaret, Congratulations on your book. You and your friends are so lucky to be able to celebrate with chocolate. I'm allergic to it and occasionally miss it like crazy. Merry Christmas!
How exciting for you! and how exciting for me to have met you today! That is one of my favorite things about the Rain...meeting new people each day, that enrich your life! I now have a new subscription to the blog of a true Author from whom I hope to learn more. Looks like I will need to venture back to that page about your book and order one of those too!
Heres to Books and Brownies!
Debbie
Hi Margaret!
Congrats. I know that feeling well. I just came out with my sixth book and am starting my seventh.
What is your book about?
As a graduate student of writing and a long time author, I would be happy to give you some help, tips, direction on book promotion. I've done it all so I'd be happy to share my decade or so of experience in this arena.
Just shoot me an email as I generally don't read all the feedback emails.
Tamara2@surewest.net
my website is www.topprotech.com
Best of luck to yoU!
T
Margaret, what an accomplishment. Congratulations and I hope that your book is read and purchased by many.
Margaret,
Congratulations to you on this fine accomplishment. I hope you have many more successes and do enjoy the brownies!
Margaret, I cannot even imagine how thrilling that must be! Your hard work and efforts truly paid off and I wish you every success in the world!
Congratulations Margaret! I love the jacket cover. Is that courtesy of Marti? Best Wishes to you in 2009. I look forward to following your progress.
Looks like Marti Garaughty did the covers. Great job Marti. I hope those books work out for ya. Keep up the good work.
Margaret, congratulations on the publication of your book! Is it your first? What is its title? I remember the first time I saw my printed on the cover of my book, A Time With Our Children: Stories for Use in Worship. There's no feeling quite like it.
Congrats on the book. I ordered mine.
This is wonderful news == congratulations and happy holidays. What a great time for the book to come out!
This is wonderful news == congratulations and happy holidays. What a great time for the book to come out!
Congratulations, Margaret. My sister is self-published and I know the hard work and long hours that go into it.
Wow! Congratulations books "Real Estate the Rome Way" and chocolate brownies... next you might be the Ace of brownies...
ace of cakes name is already taken.
Congratulations! That's quite an accomplisment and something to be proud of.
Margaret, You are entitled to be proud and as the look of things lots of people here are proud of you also. The cover looks wonderful. I had read your last post when you showed a preview and it doesn't disappoint. Enjoy and Happy Holidays
Congratulations on your book! That is really exciting. No better way to celebrate than brownies.
Good luck and hopefully you will sell out.
Thank you all, I am signing book and they will be mailed out every day.
Fran and Rowena, Thank you and it is exciting.
Monica, 'Over the moon is a good description.
John, Does pay pal accept chocolate.continuing support
Lisa, I happy they are here. To order just click My Book
Thanks C-Tann for the the CC feature and for you
Don So am I! To order just click My Book Thank you for stopping by.
Carol, It is a wonderful feeling.
Josef, I have not had enough sleep for the "bubbly". Let's plan a glass when we meet in NY.
Robert, Thank you for putting this on your list.
Bryant, You won't wait long. Your's has been mailed out!! Congratulations on winning the contest for the best idea!! And.....The Winner Is....Bryant Tutas !
Mike, You have always been so supportive.
Lenn, You could not have said anything nicer.
Hal, The timing really worked out well.
Christopher and Stephanie, Holy moly (cute) Yes the timing is very special.
Carol, I appreciate you
Mark, It is a great feeling.
Sally and David, Contact my publisher and you will be able to send a check. No problem. Thanks for our good wishes.
Barb, Just click My Book or go to my website www.homerome.com
Scott, Happy is an understatement, and it has been and is fun.
Bill, Thank you so much.
Missy,Like having a baby.... only the gestation is a bit longer. Sending book to Seth for review. I do love the cover...thanks to mARTi.
Dean, It is available now!! Love to you and Sue.
Rebecca, What a nice thing to you. I will try to get it to you before the holiday.
Eileen, What a nice thing to say.
Jon,Thanks for stopping by.
Marian,Oh nooooooooooo. A chocolate allergy. I would have to devote my life to discovering the cure. Are you really really sure? Some will power.
Debbie, I will have to go meet you. I'll drink to books and brownies.
Tamara, Left you a message today. Thanks for the offer. WOW congratulations on all 6 of your books.
Gena, You have been always been so encouraging.
Diane, Thanks but the brownies are long gone.
Carole, So very thrilling. Thank you.
Lola, mARTi did a fantastic job.
Conratualtions Maregaret. What a wondeful feeling it must have been opening that first cartonand seeing your name in print! I wish you much success!
Ginger
Mmmmmmmmmmargaret... wow, look at all the comments and all those books, so nice to see a dream come to life.
I'm insanely busy and a little frustrated with Rain tech issues so I haven't been around much but had to stop by to see your post. Truly awesome to see this concept come to life and so thankful I could be a part of it.
Thx again for inviting me to do the cover Margaret, I'm thrilled to have my fingerprint on your first book. From the reaction so far, it's looks like your 1st book is already a hit! ;-)
Wow! What an accomplishment! I've always admired those who can take on big projects and actually succeed! I'll order a copy soon (after the holidays). Will you sign it?
Oh Margaret how absolutely wonderful.....my lifelong dream was to write a Published Book. And since that hasn't come true, I am enjoyed your journey. I am so happy for you, and very proud of what you've accomplished....question though do homemade brownies come as a bonus with the book :)
Congratulations, it must be exciting to finally have them.
Margaret, This is wonderful news. Thank you for sharing and congratulations.
CONGRATULATIONS! I'll be sure to send for my signed copy!
Fabulous accomplishment! Congratulations!
Matt and Caleb, The excitement has been wonderful. Thank you both for stopping by. Active Rain played a huge part in the writing of Real Estate the Rome Way.
Margaret, I have a tasteful desire for your book as you did for those homemade fudge brownies.
Looking forward to it.
Castellum boys, The cover is a beauty.
Dianne, You know the feeling
Robert, Thank you. I am signing as the orders arrive.
Joan, You are so kind and the timing is perfect.
Heather, Tell us about your sister.
Joel, Thanks! The brownies were like the "icing on the cake"
Judy,Yes...very proud
Lisa, Thanks for your kind words and for reading my posts.
Lauren, You are right and the brownies were great way to celebrate.
Russ, Thanks. We can always print more and with pleasure.
Ginger and Roger, Do you see me smiling while opening the carton?
My Dear mARTi....a dream come true...I am thrilled to have your art covering my book. How can it not be a hit?
Rose, Thank you. Of course, it will be my pleasure.
Kathy, When are you going to make your lifelong dream a reality. If you need some motivation, give me a call. Answer: Brownies are included if you are here to help me sign, package and send the books.
Colleen, Be sure to let me know what you want me to say.
Brenda, Thank you so much.
Steve, Your's was mailed. So devour the book and post a photo when your book arrives.
OK, I think I am caught up. If I missed anyone, please let me know.
Margaret- As many have said before me...Congratulations!!. What a wonderful accomplishment. May 2009 be further blessed with the excitement, joy and happiness you feel right now. I will be picking one up for sure. :)
Martha, How nice to see another Maryland agent here on the Rain. Let me know when you will be in the Baltimore area.
Thanks for the good wishes and support.
Margaret, How exciting! I am so anxious to receive mine! It's my Christmas gift to myself...
Happy Holidays to you...
kk
KK, Took it to the post office myself. You even get change back.... you included Md State tax.
Thanks for your wonderful encouragement and support. Enjoy life and the Holiday season!
Margaret,
How wonderful, what a great treat for Christmas. Books and Brownies for Christmas.
Congrats.
Rebecca, Having a lot of fun with these books, chocolate and lots of parties.
Margaret - Congratulations on the book release and my order is in. Looking forward to it. Have a very merry Christmas.
B&B. And I'm with you. B&B does not stand for Bed & Breakfast. Books and brownies is much better.
Petra, Please let me know if you want the book signed. I am ready to send it out.
Russel, Love that Books and Brownies.
I borrowed Joeann's copy for an end-of-year recap ;-) Top 10 Real Estate Books of 2008. Congratulations.
Fran, I left you a long and very excited message not too long ago. What a wonderful way to end the day. Thank you and thank Joeann for lending you the book!
Congratulations! You have made it! All the best for a best seller!
Evelyn, Thank you for stopping by. I see that you have taken the Floyd Wickman Short Sale class. I am a huge fan of Floyd! He is mentioned numerous times in my book.
I just finished reading your book this evening. You hit it out of the park. What a great book. I may be partial because much of what you discuss are the very same things I tell new and struggling agents. You also gave me some new ideas for improving my business.
Congratulations and such a wonderful book!
Pat Kennedy featured your book in a recent blog. She says it is a great book and recommends it to anyone in sales (not just real estate.) I'll have to get a copy. Congratulations on your book and the sterling reputation you have in the real estate community.
Randy, You made my day with your kind words. Thank you for making the real estate industy so much better. We can learn much from each other!
Alan, That Pat Kennedy has a way with words. Flattery will get you anywhere! Your delightful comment is appreciated. BTW, do you know my friend Dave Meurer with NCM?
What a great way to market not only ideas, but yourself. Congratulations on your book, and good luck....
Cheryl, Had it not been for a spam comment (deleted), I would not have seen your kind words.