Just got finished with my first year as an attendee in Write On Con, heretofore referred as WOC. As a free, online writer conference, I think it is fair to say that this blogger's tushie was planted in front of a computer, still in her pjs mind you, for a total of two days. While this was fabulous for my soul, it wasn't so great on the old eyes.
Now in a new set of pjs
Let me say, I am oober impressed with the organizational skills of the founders and by the amount of passion and heart of everyone involved. So much great information was offered by industry agents, editors, and authors. WOWZA!
But my favorite part, my most favoritist part in the whole entire world, was to read finally get to read the work of my friends. I feel so lucky to share the same cyberspace with these people. I would especially like to send the world a fair warning that the following people will be invading your bookstores sometime in the near future:
Bethany Telles
Carter Higgins
Julie Hedlund
Marcie Colleen
Pamela Courtney
As you can see, this list is in alphabetical order by first name for ease of reference once their books hit the stores! ;)
On another note, I am also soooo happy to announce that NEXT THURSDAY (once my old ojos have recovered from all the wonderful screen time), the BANANA PEELIN' series will be back in full effect! Ka-POW! Can't wait and I hope to SEE you then! (Crossing my fingers on so many levels!)
Aaaaahhh! Thank you! It was an honor to have you read and critique my work. And world, look out! Because before you know it Elizabeth will be EVERYWHERE! :)
ReplyDeleteThe honor was mutual! =) Thanks Marcie.
DeleteIt was mucho impressive! Loved every minute and 12x12 definitely rocked it.
ReplyDeleteHa! 12 x 12 DID rock it! Thank you mucho. =)
DeleteGreat to see this shout-out for our magnificent writing colleagues in 12 x 12 -- you missed one, though: Elizabeth Stevens Omlor!!!
ReplyDelete12 x 12 RULES!
Awwww shucks Beth! Thanks so much. 12 x 12 does rule! Woo hoo!
DeleteGlad you are recovering. ;) WOC sounded fun but way to overwhelming for the end-of-summer-already-crazy going on at my house. I'm looking forward to Julie's new group critique option where hopefully we can share more work with each other.
ReplyDeleteIt was quite overwhelming Hannah. And just so you know...you don't need to get up at 4:00 a.m., like I did the first morning. Sheesh! I guess that is they beauty of an online conference. It's all there, FOREVER! What was I thinking!?
DeleteCan't wait for the 12 x 12 forum. That is if my eyes recover by then! =)
Umm... Ahem... You're sweet- but seriously- you're crazy! I think I can speak for all of us when I say that you are the one to watch for!! I'm sooooo proud of you!
ReplyDeleteThank you, though, you're way too sweet!
WOC was fun... I'm still so dizzy from it all! Can't wait for next year. I think I'll know to take some Dramamine, and maybe we'll get you some Visine!! To next year!
Ha! Dramamime and Visine! You're funny. And too nice. Thanks Bethany!
DeleteAww, you are too sweet, and you should ADD YOUR OWN NAME TO THAT LIST!!
ReplyDeleteHa! Thanks Julie!
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DeleteDitto to Julie. Love these words, love that pic, and LONG LIVE THE WACKIES!
ReplyDeleteLONG LIVE THE WACKIES! =)
DeleteLOL! Just had to respond to your post when I saw th WOC mentioned. My eyes are blurred and still burn. My tailbone is sore. But it was a great campaign and I loved the entries. Love the photo!
ReplyDeleteHa! I hope your tailbone recovers! Yeesh! And nothing is worse than blurry, burning eyeballs. Thanks so much Pat!
DeleteI signed up, but alas, a deadliine prevented me from attending. Not to mention it seemed SO overwhelming, so I'm going back to lurk and read everyone's stuff at leisure. So happy you were able to take part, Elizabeth, despite the loss of one of your senses! You are too cool for school, Pink Lady!
ReplyDeleteAh man! Those deadlines! We missed you! It was slightly overwhelming, but YOU my friend are GENIUS. I think lurking leisurely is the best way to to do it.
DeleteThanks Renee, I'm definitely a beauty school dropout. =)
I agree, I loved reading everyone's stories. So much talent! I wish I had gotten it together to be able to post something. **Three weeks til school starts...three weeks til school starts...three weeks til school starts...**
ReplyDeleteYou're the sweetest, lady. I've got "miles to go before I sleep." Nevertheless, I'm enjoying the journey. What is certain, is that we will be seeing your work for sure. LOVE your work. I had so much fun! Even though my right elbow still cramps a bit from its typing position. Thank you so much for taking the time to give me your feedback. I've not revised anything yet, still reviewing the notes. I am so proud of the 12x12'ers! Way to be brave everyone!
ReplyDeleteIt was my first time, too, and I was impressed, Elizabeth. Sorry I didn't get around to everyone. You were fortunate to be able to stay in your 'jamies for three days...that would be a dream come true!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to the books published due to WriteOnCon and 12x12. Then we can say "I knew her when...!"
WOC is so awesome! Glad you got o much out of it and hope your eyes recover soon! I feel deprived to have missed all these people's work! I tried to register, but screwed something up and then wasn't home anyway to follow through... ah well... maybe next year!
ReplyDeleteI'm a little slow on the draw. I am registered and hope to get some reading in soon. It will be great fun to read 12 x 12er's work.
ReplyDeleteEye hope your recovery is speedy!