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March 14, 2007

Another milestone - my author copies!

me and my books Yesterday ranks among one of the best days I’ve ever had. I got to hold my very first book in my hands! It was better than I thought it would be. I may have to go to work today with books strapped all over me. This is so exciting!!

kids and books
I even forced my children to hold books and look happy.

I do owe several people a copy and I will get that in the mail to you this week. But just to celebrate my happy day, would anyone here like a free autographed copy? Just post a comment below and I’ll draw a lucky comment number within the next 24 hours. Good luck!

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44 Responses to “Another milestone - my author copies!”

On March 14th, 2007 at 8:33 am
beth Says:

Well, since I already get one, don’t enter me in the drawing, but can I just say YAY!!!!!!!!!!

indeed.

And seriously, maybe a few more YAYs!!

Too cool.
On March 14th, 2007 at 8:44 am
kacey Says:

Hey!!! Those books look good on you!! Congratulations. This is so exciting!!:streamer:
On March 14th, 2007 at 8:54 am
Bonnie Ferguson Says:

Like Beth, I’m already getting one, so don’t enter me in drawing either. I just wanted to say woo hoo, Michelle!!! That’s so wonderful!!! Congratulations!!!
On March 14th, 2007 at 8:58 am
Gina Black Says:

I’m dyin’ to read your book!:book::book::book:
On March 14th, 2007 at 9:07 am
Nicole Reising Says:

Michelle!!!!! I’m so happy for you! I would love a copy with your sig on it - but I will be happy to pay! If you’d email me separatly we can make arrangements — that way I can get a signed copy!!!! colereising@aol.com

Cole
On March 14th, 2007 at 9:11 am
Suzanne Says:

Congratulations, Michelle!!!!
On March 14th, 2007 at 9:24 am
Bonnie Ferguson Historical Romance Author » Blog Archive » Cyber Toast Says:

[...] Raising a cyber toast to Michelle Willingham. She received the author copies for her first book, Her Irish Warrior, which will be released in May from Harlequin Historicals. Congratulations, Michelle!!! Go to Michelle’s blog to read more about it. [...]
On March 14th, 2007 at 9:45 am
Kelly Says:

How awesome is that??!!
Congratulations - enjoy the day. Can’t wait to see it on the bookstore shelves!
On March 14th, 2007 at 9:53 am
Susie Says:

Congratulations! Perhaps you can alter a Baby Bjorn carrier to strap the books to you and keep your hands free at the same time??
On March 14th, 2007 at 9:55 am
Tori Lennox Says:

Looking good, Michelle!!!!:snoopy:
On March 14th, 2007 at 10:07 am
Lexi Connor Says:

Woohoo! Congratulations! I went to Bonnie’s blog just now to check on her and then I saw that you’d gotten your author copies. I’d checked your blog last night before bed and when I read Bonnie’s this a.m. I thought, “Hhmmm, I didn’t read about that!”

Does this make sense or do I need more caffeine??? Anyway, I’m absolutely THRILLED for you. I can’t wait to get my hands on it!
On March 14th, 2007 at 11:36 am
Carol M Says:

Congratulations, Michelle! It has to feel so great to hold your own book in your hands!

I’d love to have a copy! It looks really good!

Your children are so cute!
On March 14th, 2007 at 11:46 am
Crystal* Says:

Congratulations!!!
And there really is nothing like your “first book suit.” You’ll be the envy of everyone else. Seriously.
Ahhhhhhhhh
The finery of it all.
I’m so happy for you!!!
And yes…would love to win a copy.
Enjoy!
Grins*
On March 14th, 2007 at 12:26 pm
Susie Says:

That must be very thrilling! And your kids are so adorable, smiling with the books.

I came here from Beth’s blog, and I’d love to win a copy of your book.
On March 14th, 2007 at 12:55 pm
Minna Says:

Congratulations!:banana::snoopy::banana:
On March 14th, 2007 at 1:39 pm
Maureen Says:

Congratualtions! I would love one.
On March 14th, 2007 at 1:55 pm
Courtney Says:

Congratulations, Michelle! I am so happy for you!
On March 14th, 2007 at 2:22 pm
Karen B Says:

:book:Congratulations on your 1st book - how exciting that must be! May this be the first of many books to come.:thumbsup:

Yes, I’d love to win a copy!
On March 14th, 2007 at 2:34 pm
ellie Says:

Congratulations! That is the best news ever. All the best. Would enjoy a copy. Thanks.
On March 14th, 2007 at 2:48 pm
pearl Says:

Congrats! I would love to have a copy of your first ever book. It would be so appreciated, Thanks a lot.
On March 14th, 2007 at 2:57 pm
Cheryl S. Says:

How exciting! Congratulations and raising my hand to be entered in the draw.
On March 14th, 2007 at 3:55 pm
Teresa W. Says:

Congrats Michelle! The picture of the kids with the books doesn’t looked forced, they look as excited as you. Would love a copy.
On March 14th, 2007 at 5:44 pm
Marianne Says:

Congrats! I can only imagine how thrilled you are. And, of course, pop me in to your drawing…I never have enough books to read!
On March 14th, 2007 at 5:46 pm
Angie T Says:

Ok, just how freakin’ cute are the rug ratz holding up those books and grinning????
Suzanne said to come and give you props, so congrats on holding the actual fruits of your labor in your hands!
As thrilling as it is as a reader to lay hands on a book you have been waiting on forever, it must be a gazillion times more exciting for an author to do so!!
Enjoy the moment!!
Angie
On March 14th, 2007 at 5:55 pm
Rachel Says:

Beth said leave a comment, so leave a comment I will!
On March 14th, 2007 at 5:59 pm
Michelle Says:

Thank you guys so much for stopping by and celebrating with me! I floated to work today.
On March 14th, 2007 at 6:06 pm
Lynellen Says:

Isnt being a published author just the most incredible feeling?

I too remember opening that box of books and seeing my name on there… wow, what a feeling!

Congrats!
On March 14th, 2007 at 6:07 pm
Karen K Says:

Congrats , that’s wonderful news.
On March 14th, 2007 at 6:38 pm
Krista Says:

Congrats! I would like to be entered into the drawing!
On March 14th, 2007 at 6:53 pm
jeanne s. Says:

Oh how exciting and your children holding the books are adorable. Of course we all want a copy
On March 14th, 2007 at 8:40 pm
Kim Says:

Congratulations on your book! I think Bevan should come over to my house and save me. lol Love the excerpt!
On March 14th, 2007 at 10:18 pm
Missie Says:

Yay, Michelle! How exciting and wonderful that must have been for you to open that box and behold your finished work in all its glory! Go girl!:snoopy:

(and I can’t wait to read my free copy that I won in a previous contest!):mrgreen:
On March 14th, 2007 at 10:46 pm
Amelia Says:

A huge congratulations on your first book, Her Irish Warrior, being released in May! The blurb sounds very interesting, and your book’s time period is one which I love reading.
On March 14th, 2007 at 10:55 pm
Robyn L Says:

You have every right to be proud; what a feeling it must be to hold your first book in your hands. The kiddies are so cute!!!
Please enter me in the draw.:smile:
On March 14th, 2007 at 11:22 pm
Danielle Says:

Yay Michelle!! What wonderful happy news! I’m so thrilled for you. Mmm, I love this little smilie. Makes me hungry for chocolate
On March 14th, 2007 at 11:23 pm
Danielle Says:

P.S. Your little darlings are adorable and they definitely look happy for mommy
On March 14th, 2007 at 11:29 pm
Sela Says:

Keep on Snoopy Dancing! You’ve totally earned it!!:snoopy:
On March 15th, 2007 at 11:24 am
Melissa Mc Says:

Congrats on holding your first sale books! Enjoy it.
On March 15th, 2007 at 6:24 pm
Beccy (Calipitter) Says:

Loved the photos, and how exciting is that, to see your name on a book. Congratulations. I can also understand your stalling toddler. Mine is 4 and in preschool now, but she is constantly calling me back. I laugh most of the time, because she is so funny about. So obvious.:grin: Love the smiles too.
On March 15th, 2007 at 11:40 pm
Tempest Knight Says:

Congrats Michelle! You must be thrilled! Another milestone in your writing career!
On March 16th, 2007 at 2:33 pm
Melissa Marsh Says:

CONGRATULATIONS, MICHELLE!!! AWESOME, AWESOME, AWESOME!!!:snoopy::snoopy::snoopy::snoopy::snoopy:
On March 16th, 2007 at 6:22 pm
Heidi Dahlquist Says:

WOE!!! CONGRATS!!! Im soooooooooo Happy for you!
On March 18th, 2007 at 4:52 pm
mary beth Says:

Congrats Michelle!!!
On March 18th, 2007 at 7:48 pm
Larissa Says:

I’m like, WAY late to see these pics, but YAYAYAYAYAY!!!!!!

Name a date, babe–we’ll go out to dinner and celebrate! And then we’ll need another date so we can go to a bookstore and I can buy a book with you (and you can sign it!)

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March 14, 2007

Another milestone - my author copies!

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