Massive congratulations, it sounds like an excellent read. And I'm not surprised you're having trouble assimilating the whole thing - people were fighting over you! That's amazing!
Congratulations. Yours sounds like the kind of novel I look so forward to reading and then savour each and every moment while immersed in it. Cannot wait! You know how people refer to writing, finishing and publishing a book as being akin to giving birth? That is exactly what came to mind when you described holding the secret of your unfinished novel close to you and in a tightly lidded small jar. I felt the same when I became pregnant after attempting for six unsuccessful years. I kept the knowledge of this pregnancy in a small jar close to my heart, lest my loose lips shatter that jar. I am sure you are as proud of the book you have birthed as I am of the human I birthed all those years ago!
Congratulations, exciting times ahead for you. It's so long since I read The Bell Jar ( about 50 years) I'm not sure how I would feel about it now. My husband has always been a great lover of her poetry and tends to quote passages - as frequently as he quotes Shakespeare, Chancer and T.S. Eliot.
Oh Florence . Congratulations. There is always a moment of joy when your notification pops up. I then have the anticipation of reading and the delight in rereading. Imagine our excitement in having a whole book to read!
Huge congratulations, Florence, so excited to read your novel!
Interested in your diary of a CEO podcast rec - I went over to have a look and saw that he’s interviewed Jordon Peterson (champion misogynist) at least twice, so that is a bit of a red flag, will have a listen to the episode you’ve mentioned. Curious if you’ve delved into any other episodes?
Huge congratulations Florence ! So well deserved : your writings are always heaven to read. Love the variety of subjects in each of your Off Topic newsletters and the warm humour within each of your sensitive observations too. Thank you so much for all of this these joys and I can’t wait to read the book !
Ooh Florence, how thrilling that your work is not only being published but is clearly a Very Big Deal!! (I do stand by former statements about all your writing being valuable an worthwhile regardless of publishing status - that first novel still totally counts.) I really hope there will be an audiobook - but if not, it'll have to be one of my rare exceptions that I read on paper. Having recently been to the register office to give our baby a name that means 'bear' there's a lovely feeling of synchronicity to it for me as well. So, so happy for you - blooming well done. xxx
Massive congratulations, it sounds like an excellent read. And I'm not surprised you're having trouble assimilating the whole thing - people were fighting over you! That's amazing!
Congratulations. Yours sounds like the kind of novel I look so forward to reading and then savour each and every moment while immersed in it. Cannot wait! You know how people refer to writing, finishing and publishing a book as being akin to giving birth? That is exactly what came to mind when you described holding the secret of your unfinished novel close to you and in a tightly lidded small jar. I felt the same when I became pregnant after attempting for six unsuccessful years. I kept the knowledge of this pregnancy in a small jar close to my heart, lest my loose lips shatter that jar. I am sure you are as proud of the book you have birthed as I am of the human I birthed all those years ago!
Congratulations, exciting times ahead for you. It's so long since I read The Bell Jar ( about 50 years) I'm not sure how I would feel about it now. My husband has always been a great lover of her poetry and tends to quote passages - as frequently as he quotes Shakespeare, Chancer and T.S. Eliot.
Very much looking forward to reading your novel.
Oh Florence . Congratulations. There is always a moment of joy when your notification pops up. I then have the anticipation of reading and the delight in rereading. Imagine our excitement in having a whole book to read!
Another wonderful read Florence. So excited for you and the book. I’m just sad I can’t pop down to Boots to try your new hair recommendation. 💕
Huge congratulations! Well done. I expect 2025 feels like a lifetime away. I’m so looking forward to reading this.
Huge congratulations, Florence, so excited to read your novel!
Interested in your diary of a CEO podcast rec - I went over to have a look and saw that he’s interviewed Jordon Peterson (champion misogynist) at least twice, so that is a bit of a red flag, will have a listen to the episode you’ve mentioned. Curious if you’ve delved into any other episodes?
Oh my goodness!!! The biggest congrats to you, Florence! 2025 will be here before you know it and I can’t wait to read it.
This is extremely exciting news. What a fascinating premise for a novel. I'm so pleased for you!
Congratulations!
Huge congratulations Florence ! So well deserved : your writings are always heaven to read. Love the variety of subjects in each of your Off Topic newsletters and the warm humour within each of your sensitive observations too. Thank you so much for all of this these joys and I can’t wait to read the book !
Ooh Florence, how thrilling that your work is not only being published but is clearly a Very Big Deal!! (I do stand by former statements about all your writing being valuable an worthwhile regardless of publishing status - that first novel still totally counts.) I really hope there will be an audiobook - but if not, it'll have to be one of my rare exceptions that I read on paper. Having recently been to the register office to give our baby a name that means 'bear' there's a lovely feeling of synchronicity to it for me as well. So, so happy for you - blooming well done. xxx
Congratulations!