Monday, February 7, 2011

Exciting News


Me: "Guess what? GUESS WHAT?! I'm going to be published! I got into that anthology!"
Steve: "That's great, well done. Hey, did you ring the tiler?"
Abbey: "Mummy, I need to do wee on the toilet."

Life goes on here as usual, with my husband who really is excited for me (on the inside) and my toddler who is just going about her day.

Meanwhile, I'm jumping up and down with joy. A short story of mine has been selected as part of the 100 Stories for Queensland charity anthology. This marks my first piece of fiction to be published and, with a release date of March 8th (yes, in four weeks time!), I don't have to wait long to see my name and my writing in that book. And to read all the other stories that were chosen - with a requirement or each to be happy and uplifting, it'll be a pleasure to read them.

I'll keep you posted as to where you can buy a copy (with all proceeds going to Queensland's flood victims) - and, of course, I'll remind you with my incessant excitement when it's released.
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30 comments:

  1. MadmotherFebruary 7, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    Well done! And I want to get mine autographed!

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  2. emlykdFebruary 7, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    AMAZING NEWS!!!! you know... It's not every day u manage to avoid an accident of the toiletting nature with a toddler!!

    Oh.. err.. I mean the publishing of course!!! :P

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  3. sevencherubsFebruary 7, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    well done! very exciting and look forward to checking it out. Naomi x

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  4. AmiFebruary 7, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    That is so fantastic!! A massive CONGRATULATIONS!! I'm sure it won't be long before Abbey is showing everyone the book her Mummy is in! Can't wait to grab a copy! Congrats again, such exciting news. xx

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  5. FelicityFebruary 7, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    Very, very exciting!
    Congratulations, you are right to be bouncing up and down and I'm sure your family are truly proud of you.

    Felicity x
    www.giftsofserendipity.com

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  6. DannieFebruary 7, 2011 at 7:40 PM

    wpphoo! you go gal:-) awesome stuff cant wait to buy it :-) Keep us posted please xxx

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  7. Diminishing LucyFebruary 7, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    That is such wonderful news Megan - I am so thrilled for you.

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  8. Corinne (aka Rinny of Arabia)February 7, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    Fabulous news! Well done!

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  9. JennaFebruary 7, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    Congratulations!!

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  10. Brenda @ 13 AcresFebruary 7, 2011 at 8:14 PM

    that is wonderful wonderful news!!! i know what you mean about life goes on - when exciting stuff happens, its all dinner preparations, building blocks and other kids stuff!!! Good on you!! you'll remember this one for a lifetime xx

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  11. Christie - Childhood 101February 7, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    How exciting!

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  12. Tania McCartneyFebruary 7, 2011 at 8:54 PM

    You are a LEGEND, my friend. xx

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  13. ClaireyHewittFebruary 7, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    Magnificent, this is such exciting news.

    Well done, extra wine for you this week!

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  14. Sheryl GwytherFebruary 7, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    That's great news, Megan. Very happy for you!!! :) xx

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  15. Lisa HeidkeFebruary 7, 2011 at 10:15 PM

    Great news, Megan! This is the first of many publications...an exciting time for you.(PS Husbands and children will always react that way...go for the pets. Pets are always excited by publishing news!)

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  16. melissaFebruary 7, 2011 at 10:17 PM

    Congrats again Megan! What fantastic news - I will be looking out for it.

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  17. Veronica FoaleFebruary 7, 2011 at 10:41 PM

    Congratulations! That is excellent news.

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  18. AnonymousFebruary 7, 2011 at 10:41 PM

    Wonderful news...your fam will surely be a bit more excited when they can HOLD the book themselves. Men & toddlers can be so concrete! ;)

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  19. Cath BartonFebruary 7, 2011 at 11:21 PM

    How brilliant that this'll be your first publication - many congratulations!

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  20. KylieFebruary 8, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    That is awesome news! I am so happy for you! :)

    I'd be bouncing off the walls and psyched to the max if I were you! lol. :)

    Enjoy it.

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  21. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    Congratulations, what wonderful news. Your husband seems to have the same way with words as mine ... I am sure he is very proud.

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  22. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    Megan this is so fantastic. You are going to be a published author! (And you know how I feel about them ;))

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  23. KakkaFebruary 8, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    Fantastic news Megan. Hope they will be released in WA as well.

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  24. Being MeFebruary 8, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    Fantastic, and what a wonderful cause. My announcement of my first piece being chosen for the 'Tiny Acorns' anthology late last year was met with similar fizzle around here as well. Too funny! But it is an awesome achievement, very exciting. Congratulations!

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  25. Jackie@My Little BookcaseFebruary 8, 2011 at 2:15 PM

    I can't even imagine how wonderful you must be feeling. I was excited to be a published co-author of a secondary school text book (and let's face it that is not really very exciting is it?). Well done. I can't wait to read it.....and can I say what a beautiful way to enter the published world- inspiring fellow Australians in need!

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  26. NaomiFebruary 8, 2011 at 2:37 PM

    Fantastic news! Well done, and well deserved. xxx

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  27. CatFebruary 8, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    Oh, I want an autographed copy too. I LOVE that you're going to be published. Remember me when you're famous 'kay? xxxxxxx

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  28. MaxabellaFebruary 8, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    WOW that is soooo awesome!! Well done, Megan. x

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  29. SalsaFebruary 9, 2011 at 3:04 PM

    Yay - that's so exciting! Well done!

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  30. UnknownJuly 15, 2011 at 5:04 AM

    YAY!! **Jumping up and down for you**!! :D Congrats!

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