One year ago today…
….I sold my first book. At 10:00 in the morning on Friday, September 15th, 2006, I received The Call from my editor, saying they wanted to buy Her Irish Warrior.
Happy Anniversary to me!
It’s amazing to look back and marvel at how much has changed. 
Since that day, I’ve sold four more books to Harlequin. I’ve seen two of them on the shelves, and it never fails to amaze me. I don’t think it will ever lose the excitement. I’m so grateful to my editor for taking a chance on me and for helping me to learn so much during this first year. I’m also very appreciative to have a supportive agent who has held my hand through the foreign language of contracts.
I’ve met some wonderful friends, my family has been 100% supportive, and I’ve seen my greatest dream become a reality.
So, to celebrate my anniversary, I’d like to do a $10.00 Amazon gift card giveaway. Just tell me: what’s your dream? Did you achieve it? The winner will be announced on Monday, so you have all weekend to share! 
**Update: I forgot to mention that I will be at a booksigning today in Williamsburg. It’s from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the William and Mary College Bookstore. Hope to see some of you there!**
Michelle posted in Writing @ 9:45 am | Viewed 2672 times
Leanne Says:
Michelle. I’m so happy for you that you found something else in life that you really enjoy doing.
Plus, it gives me something great to read when one of your new books comes out. 
Don’t enter me in the contest. Hope you and everyone else has a great weekend. 
Leanne
Holly Says:
Well, as you know Michelle, my dream is the same as yours. I’m just a little ways behind. I’m taking a more active role in my writing and trying to prepare my completed manuscripts for submission and work on other novels too.
I’ve stopped just “daydreaming” about writing…in the past year I’ve been doing a LOT of writing and trying to sculpt my stories, putting my heart into all of it and trying to overcome my fear of submitting. LOL
Hope you have a great weekend!
aBookworm Says:
Congrats Michelle! What I’d wanted and spent trying to achieve during the last decade was to become a mom and only recently did this wish came true! Being a confirmed bookworm, I’m so happy I now have someone to pass on my addiction to
Tori Lennox Says:
You go, girl!!! Happy anniversary!!!
As you know, my dream is the same as yours. Though I’m aiming for a different market.
Bonnie Ferguson Says:
Happy Anniversary, Michelle!!!
My dream is to be a published author. 
jeanne s. Says:
Happy Anniversary
I’ve given up on dreams for myself but I have more than enough dreams for both my girls. One is engaged and I dream this his her soul mate. I also hope she finds the job of her dreams now that’s she’s graduated from college. My other daughter is still in college and wants to be in the art field (one of my original dreams) and I so want it to work out for her.
Alyssa Says:
I think my dream is to figure out my dream.
Happy anniversary!
Courtney Hunt Says:
My lifelong dream is to publish a novel (or more!). I got close with publishing a non-fiction book but it’s just not the same.
My other current dream is to be a Mom. After 3.5 years of trying, DH and I are about to embark on IVF. If that isn’t successful, we want to adopt.
Congrats on realizing your dream, Michelle. You should be very proud of yourself.
Nathalie Says:
Hum… I have never read your books… Yet!
My dream is to start a career… but I am still in college, and I will graduate in 2 years.
Lily Says:
My dream was to get into med school… and I am now at my fourth year
Maggie Says:
My dream was to raise a family and have kids… I have 2 and they make me proud.
Melissa W Says:
My dream is to have a successful writing career so I can quit my day job. Though I’ll settle for a succussful writing career.
Congrats on the anniversary. How did you celebrate?
Heidi Dahlquist Says:
Happy Anniversay Michelle! It was great to see you at the signing today! My dream is have my book published (Guilty From Beyond The Grave). It has not happened yet, but I’m praying it will soon. I dream of the day I can hold what I created in my hand and my family and friends can read the magickal world I have created in this hopeful new series.
Way to go Michelle! May the next year be great to you too!
Robyn L Says:
Congrats on the anniversary!!!
My dream is coming about; dh and I retired(has happened)and time to do some fun things for us such as short trips, visit grandkids/kids, help wherever needed with family.
Melissa Mc Says:
Congrats on your one year anniversary!
Well, one of my biggest dreams came true when I sold my first book (almost ten years ago).
Estella Says:
Happy anniversary!
My dream was to have a home and family. Mission accomplished!
Teresa W. Says:
Congrats on you anniversary! My dream is to one day finish all the books in my TBR pile.
Lexi Connor Says:
Happy Anniversary! I hope you never lose the excitement!
My dream is to get a book (well, several really) published. I haven’t realized my dream yet, but I KNOW I’m so close!
pearl Says:
Congrats on your anniversary! My dream would be to travel since the experience is extraordinary which broadens your horizons.
Suzanne Says:
Congrats, Michelle! You’ve had a great year!
beth Says:
I’m late to the party, but wanted to add my congratulations!
Melissa Marsh Says:
Happy anniversary, Michelle!
Crystal Broyles Says:
Happy Anniversary Michelle.
Jan Says:
Michelle Willingham Says:
Melissa W–I celebrated with the other booksigning.
And my hubby and I will do a more formal “anniversary” celebration on my actual wedding anniversary on Wednesday.
It’s been fun reading about everyone’s dreams!
Kelly Says:
Wow - hard to believe it’s been a year! And what a year’s it’s been!!