Comments on: Flowers and Butterflies and Rainbows https://rachellegardner.com/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/ Literary Agent Tue, 13 May 2025 22:21:55 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 By: bed liner in houston https://rachellegardner.com/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-69626 Wed, 17 Aug 2011 21:50:10 +0000 http://rachellegardner.flywheelsites.com/2009/04/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-69626 This was a truly amazing read. How long have you been writing? I enjoyed reading this article so very much, I linked to it from my web-site !

]]> By: kristin-briana https://rachellegardner.com/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9969 Tue, 07 Apr 2009 01:49:00 +0000 http://rachellegardner.flywheelsites.com/2009/04/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9969 >What a great idea for a post! 🙂

1. I’m actually loving the revision process – adding things to my characters and my plot to make it stronger. I had a lot of fun writing the query too, because this time I feel like it’s a strong query. I love the thrill of getting a partial/full request, but I also enjoy that first kick of adrenaline when you see a response in your mailbox/inbox.

2. I loved THE HUNGER GAMES, by Suzanne Collins. Looking forward to reading TUCK, by Stephen Lawhead. CITY OF GLASS by Cassandra Clare was pretty good too – a satisfying end to the series. 🙂 UNWIND by Neal Shusterman.

3. A bunch of awesome agents who ultimately rejected my ms but gave me some great feedback. Some authors repped by those agents who offered nothing but encouragement. Several young authors my age who are in the process of revising for their agent/querying/waiting on publication.

4. LOVE watching the ideas come together. I love reading a passage and thinking, “Wow, I wrote that. That’s something I would actually buy in a bookstore.”

]]> By: Kim Kasch https://rachellegardner.com/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9933 Mon, 06 Apr 2009 03:34:00 +0000 http://rachellegardner.flywheelsites.com/2009/04/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9933 >I love writing late at night – it’s so relaxing to me, to curl up in bed with my laptop. Listening to the clickety-clack of the keys as I fall asleep helps get me into a restful rhythm.

And I’ve met so many wonderful people I couldn’t list them all but here’s a few:

Alvina Ling
Lisa Graff
Erin Molta
Harold Underdown

]]> By: Anonymous https://rachellegardner.com/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9930 Sun, 05 Apr 2009 02:55:00 +0000 http://rachellegardner.flywheelsites.com/2009/04/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9930 >I’m happy that we writers got a chance to express our opinions on agentfail and speak out for a change. There’s a real reason writers needed to vent: frustration, and yes, anger.
Most healthy pople don’t like to be mistreated and ignored constantly.

Has anyone thought that many writers are normally happy people who prefer to be upbeat—but it’s hard to stay positive when you’re constantly ignored and rejected by agents? Sure, the writing is great but welcome to the real world of publishing.

]]> By: Horserider https://rachellegardner.com/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9928 Sat, 04 Apr 2009 23:45:00 +0000 http://rachellegardner.flywheelsites.com/2009/04/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9928 >What are you enjoying in your publishing journey?

Writing. I love writing. And since I haven’t even got to the query part of publishing, I don’t really know that much yet.

What great books have you read lately?

Hunger Games. That really is an awesome book. I’m reading Eon: Dragoneye Reborn right now. Almost done and it is great! Though very long. But I like long books, so it’s all good.

What do you like about writing?

Meeting new characters and seeing them surprise even me. I love writing novels. I feel like there are so many stories out there that need to be told and I am one of the lucky few that can tell them.

…or any other happy, positive things you want to share with us.

Kittens. Kittens are positive. And sunny days. And spring!

]]> By: Deborah Blake https://rachellegardner.com/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9927 Sat, 04 Apr 2009 21:26:00 +0000 http://rachellegardner.flywheelsites.com/2009/04/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9927 >Great questions! And let’s hear it for positivity!
1)What I’m enjoying–I just hear last week that I got the EMILY contest “Best of the Best” award. News like that makes me float on air for days.
2)Great books–just read Brit author Trisha Ashley’s A Winter’s Tale. Absolutely wonderful!
3)Cool people I’ve met–There are a few authors who have been incredibly encouraging, helpful and sweet during my journey (I’m still looking for an agent for my fiction, although multi-pubbed in NF): Candace Havens, Mindy Klasky, Yasmine Galenorn and Annette Blair, to name the most wonderful of them all.
4)What do I like about writing–that’s a tough one. Can I just say: everything except rejection 🙂

]]> By: Patty G. https://rachellegardner.com/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9926 Sat, 04 Apr 2009 16:22:00 +0000 http://rachellegardner.flywheelsites.com/2009/04/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9926 >I love that feeling of “whoo hoo, happy dance!” when a scene turns out just right. Without that, I know it’s back to the keyboard for more editing.

What I’m learning: that my comfort zone is being stretched as I approach the submission and promotion aspects of this business. God is good, and He sends His comfort and guidance, equipping me for what lies ahead through the support of fellow writers and blogs like this one.

]]> By: Pam Halter https://rachellegardner.com/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9925 Sat, 04 Apr 2009 14:10:00 +0000 http://rachellegardner.flywheelsites.com/2009/04/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9925 >What are you enjoying in your publishing journey? All the people I’ve met, of course, but also the delicious anticipation of meeting my ideal editor at an upcoming conference.

What great books have you read lately? The Lord of the Rings … again …

What really cool people in publishing have you met? Nancy Rue, who is not only my mentor, but my dear friend. Chip MacGregor is pretty cool, too, and he does a mean karaoke.

What do you like about writing? I like the beginning process, when the ideas are bombarding me and in the midst of all the chaotic notes, I find a similar theme, which I did not plan. And symbols, which I did not purposely plant. And how it all ties in together and I’m so excited I can barely start writing because it’s hard to sit still.

…or any other happy, positive things you want to share with us.
My grandon is due in one week!

Yes, Timothy, God is totally awesome! It’s hard to believe He loves me so much, wretch that I am.

]]> By: Annie https://rachellegardner.com/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9924 Sat, 04 Apr 2009 13:54:00 +0000 http://rachellegardner.flywheelsites.com/2009/04/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9924 >Right now, I am not seeking to be published, just enjoy writing about my thoughts in my blog. I read quite alot!! My favorites are mysteries and ones that inspire. The best book I read so far was the The Last Lecture. What I love about writing is finding out who I am, getting my thoughts on paper, looking and thinking about things with more wonder and most importantly, making a difference in someone else’s life. Here is a quote that is basically my life story…
Optimism ROCKS!

]]> By: Jen and Kev https://rachellegardner.com/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9923 Sat, 04 Apr 2009 13:25:00 +0000 http://rachellegardner.flywheelsites.com/2009/04/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9923 >My publishing journey has taken some fun, surprising twists lately. On the way to attempting to publish my book, I started selling humor articles for a magazine. I also joined a nourishing writing group.

Book: Sushi for One? by Camy Tang.

People:Jim Watkins, an incredible editor and author; Patti Lacy, new author of edgy, compelling fiction (An Irishwoman’s Tale; What the Bayou Saw); Cammie Quinn, a fellow writer whose voice is like John Steinbeck and who gives her stories, food and a listening ear to homeless people.

Enjoying finding new, snappy ways to say what is in my heart, hoping it is a true reflection of God’s heart.
–Jen

]]> By: Dr. David and Lisa Frisbie https://rachellegardner.com/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9922 Sat, 04 Apr 2009 13:07:00 +0000 http://rachellegardner.flywheelsites.com/2009/04/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9922 >Across more than a decade now, everyone at San Diego Christian Writers Guild is part of our journey: We love and value these dedicated writers! We are doing life together, cheering for each other and also telling each other the hard truth when necessary. The friendships are deep and real.

Also, our editors at Harvest House have become deep friends and partners along our journey. It’s not about book proposals and marketing plans any more, it’s about doing life and adding value to someone else’s existence. Carolyn McCready, Terry Glaspey, Paul Gossard, LaRae Wiekert — we love these people and we are better because we know them.

Rachelle, thank you for allowing us a chance to celebrate the good.

]]> By: Cathy Bryant https://rachellegardner.com/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9921 Sat, 04 Apr 2009 13:04:00 +0000 http://rachellegardner.flywheelsites.com/2009/04/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9921 >Here's my A4U:

Publishing journey: All of it–what an adventure! In particular, the fact that an editor actually asked to see my entire manuscript. It may not mean publication, but it's a step in the right direction!

Good books: I review books, so I've read lots I enjoyed. But my favorite? Bonnie Grove's "Talking With The Dead."

Cool People: I recently attended the CBE, where I had the opportunity to meet Colleen Coble, Deborah Raney, DiAnn Mills, Christine Lynxwiler, Margaret Daley, & Mary Connealy.

Love of writing: Like is not a strong enough word for me, so I changed it to love. I love having that seed of an idea turn into a full-blown plot with people that are real to me. I love playing in my words. I LOVE typing THE END. 😀

It is so easy to focus on the negative–thanks for giving us the chance to show the positive side of what we do. Blessings!

]]> By: Jen C https://rachellegardner.com/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9920 Sat, 04 Apr 2009 05:42:00 +0000 http://rachellegardner.flywheelsites.com/2009/04/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9920 >Thank you for this! All the negativity lately is making me want to run screaming from the Internet to avoid it!

I am in such a positive place in my life right now, so here is what I am positive about:

What are you enjoying in your publishing journey?

I’m really enjoying working on my new book. It’s been ages since I’ve been this excited about writing, and this book has really reaffirmed my love of the job.

What great books have you read lately?

Slowly reading Gilead. Wow. It’s so amazingly and beautifully written.

What do you like about writing?

Writing is hard sometimes, but what I really love is creating. I also paint, sew etc., just the act of creating is magical to me. I’ve found writing to be the most fulfilling form of creativity for me.

]]> By: R. K. Mortenson https://rachellegardner.com/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9919 Sat, 04 Apr 2009 04:09:00 +0000 http://rachellegardner.flywheelsites.com/2009/04/flowers-and-butterflies-and-rainbows/#comment-9919 >Too much to say. It’s been a skyrocket day.

I am in awe of God and His timing.

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