Tag Archives: ploughshares

56,322 words

Posted on June 30, 2012 by swneyes

That’s how far I am into the revision of my current novel.  I have not reached the major conflict yet.  Does that mean I am taking too long?  I predict this novel will be long.  My daily goal now is … Continue reading →

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More Balance

Posted on December 10, 2011 by swneyes

As if the universe heard me and wanted to punish me for my last post, I received several pretty generic, not “final round” rejections from: Boulevard, Subtropics, Ploughshares. So there you have it. I eagerly anticipate word on my application … Continue reading →

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First and second round of reviews/press releases sent

Posted on September 25, 2011 by swneyes

The most awesome news since last time is that I received copies of my book, all 120 copies.  Yay!  I sent out the first round of review copies last week.  My husband and I were up until midnight sealing the … Continue reading →

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Updates

Posted on August 24, 2011 by swneyes

I hope that the PW Review (which is old, outdated, and not entirely accurate) does not scare anyone into NOT purchasing the book.  Perhaps it will challenge you instead. Rejections to note: two.  Another from Hayden’s Ferry Review.  Completely generic.  … Continue reading →

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