The Lodestone: September 2011

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Book Bulletin!

On September 27 I signed a contract with All Things That Matter Press for the publication of DANCING ON MARS. I believe ATTM and I are a good fit. The book will appear in trade paperback and be available for Kindle readers, as well. Publication is still months away, but I'll keep you posted on progress as production gets under way. For updates on the publication process and to learn when the book is available (will post as soon as I know) , please visit http://lucindashirleydancingonmars.blogspot.com.

For now I will enjoy feeling good about finding a good home for the book. I'll also be reflecting on your affirmation and support during the past year and a half. You have helped me get over the finish line, and I'm so grateful.

Now I'm asking you to share any traditions and/or rituals that enrich your life. Yes, on to the next project! Check out the call for submissions on this blog.

May you feel the mellowing of autumn and the easy, focused energy this new season brings.

Lucinda

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Literary Bio

Lucinda Shirley is a member of the South Carolina Writers Workshop and the Southeastern Writers Association. Her work has appeared in Sandlapper Magazine, Auntie Bellum, Midlands Woman, Skirt!, The Quill, Petigru Review, and Pluff Mud Mag. Her political commentary can be found in area newspapers from time to time.

Once awarded both first and second place in a poetry contest sponsored by the SCWW, Lucinda was relieved to learn there had been other entries.

Lucinda is a freelance writer, editor, poet, and writing coach, supporting clients in getting their personal projects out of their heads and onto paper. Through her Poetry Peddler initiative, she shares the power of poetry with individuals and organizations in the community. Some of her own poems can be found at http://poetrypeddler.blogspot.com. And you can visit the Writing Coach at http://web.mac.com/lucindashirley.
Updates about publication of her book, Dancing on Mars, can be found at http://lucindashirleydancingonmars.blogspot.com.