The Chime, Almost Here

Seems like forever ago, but last month I finally put the last red scribbles to paper and sent The Chime off to my editor.

There's that moment of celebration, the HUZZAH I FINISHED A BOOK! But it's all to quickly filled with sadness, because you won't ever get to work on that particular story like that ever again. 

I'd imagine some would say it's like watching your kids go off to college, but that's not it.
I think sending off your final draft to an editor is most like watching your dog go to the bathroom in the backyard on his own for the first time, knowing there may be mistakes to clean up in the future, but the big hurdle of getting him out of the door is done. 

There is still shit to do, but it is very close now.

Stay tuned for pre-order details! I'm going to do a few things differently and I've very excited.

:]
Clare