by Sarah Loudin Thomas | Jan 5, 2011 | Waiting
In my reading about the publishing industry I’ve come across several folks who say you should NOT resubmit a book to an editor or agent who has already turned you down. MAYBE if the books is drastically different, but generally this seems to be frowned...
by Sarah Loudin Thomas | Dec 30, 2010 | Waiting
I’ve dumped the prologue, beefed up the subplot, cut 10% of the manuscript and upped the conflict. The new, improved proposal and first three chapters are now sitting in another acquisition editor’s in-box. I’d say my expectations are a touch more...
by Sarah Loudin Thomas | Nov 27, 2010 | Waiting
Their once was a rabbi named Yisrael Baal Shem Tov. One day he was sitting on a hillside with his students eating lunch. From where they sat, they could see their village below. As they watched, Cossack invaders overran the village killing everyone they...
by Sarah Loudin Thomas | Nov 23, 2010 | Waiting
“I thank God for my handicaps, for through them, I have found myself, my work and my God.” – Helen Keller We all have handicaps. Some are physical and some are mental, spiritual or emotional. A couple of my big ones are impatience and fear. But...
by Sarah Loudin Thomas | Nov 20, 2010 | Waiting
Jim and I are big Lyle Lovett fans and we’ve been to several of his concerts. So we were excited when we found out he would be performing in Greenville, SC. After a lovely dinner out we found our seats and settled in to listen to our favorite musical...
by Sarah Loudin Thomas | Nov 2, 2010 | Waiting
For mom’s birthday last weekend, we took her to Adaland Mansion in Philippi, WV, for breakfast. This gorgeous historic home is open for tours and special meals throughout the year. Although it’s in a non-touristy part of the state, it’s well worth...
