Linkage!!

The self-promotion madness has started!

Many of you know I sent out some of my book copies to those who wanted them for review purposes. Some sweet ladies have already posted their reviews so here's the linkage to that, as well as a guest post.

My memories of my grandma's silo (and a giveaway) at Anita Mae Draper's blog

Brandi Boddie gave an awesome review. I loved her breakdown of my characters. :-)

Rebecca Miller also did a sweet review of Love On The Range


Then, I came across some interesting articles.

Abingdon editor Ramona Richards on what can happen at a conference

Women on Writing dish out critique group advice

Comments

Wendy Paine Miller said…
Oh Jessica, it's cool to see you encouraged in this way!
~ Wendy
March 14, 2012 at 8:44 AM
Lindsay Harrel said…
Yay! I just finished your book and LOVED it. Will be sending you questions for an interview over at my blog soon! Woo hoo! Happy to cheer for you.
March 14, 2012 at 8:55 AM
Sandra Orchard said…
The reviews are awesome. Congratulations!
March 14, 2012 at 9:26 AM
Unknown said…
Great reviews! Excited to read your book myself. Congrats!
March 14, 2012 at 9:29 AM
Jessica Nelson said…
Thanks Melissa, Sandra and Wendy! I paid them off, you know. *grin* JUST KIDDING (for anyone out there about to press a suit! lol)

Lindsay, cool, I'm so glad you liked it!! :-)
March 14, 2012 at 9:48 AM
Jessica R. Patch said…
I thought your book was wonderful! Can't wait to have you in a week or so. I saw that article by Ramona, but haven't read it yet. On my way!
Thanks!
March 14, 2012 at 10:15 AM
Terri Tiffany said…
I am so excited for you and happy to watch your progress:))) A book signing!!
March 14, 2012 at 10:17 AM
Jessica Nelson said…
Thanks Jessica. :-) It was a cool article.

Hey Miss Terri!! Thanks for popping by. :-)
March 14, 2012 at 10:25 AM
Cindy R. Wilson said…
Yay! Congrats on your book again. This is so exciting. I've been so behind on reading but I'm starting to get back into it, so I HAVE to put your book on my list :)
March 14, 2012 at 10:55 AM
Linda Kage said…
It has begun!! Woo Hoo! Congrats on the good reviews and what a wonderful guest post.
March 14, 2012 at 11:17 AM
Linda Kage said…
It has begun!! Woo Hoo! Congrats on the good reviews and what a wonderful guest post.
March 14, 2012 at 11:17 AM
Loree Huebner said…
I read Brandi's awesome review yesterday, and I am really looking forward to reading your book! I'm so excited for you! You go girl! Woot!
March 14, 2012 at 12:01 PM
Jessica Nelson said…
Hey Cindy, don't you hate when life gets in the way of our reading? Blech.

LOL Linda, yep, it's begun. Heehee.

Loree, I saw your sweet comment! Thanks. :-)
March 14, 2012 at 12:32 PM
Julie Dao said…
So cool!! Congrats on your book - I really, really need to read it. Is it on Goodreads yet? I'm going to add it as soon as I get home.
March 14, 2012 at 1:02 PM
Brandi Boddie said…
It was a great book, Jessica. I'll be placing my reviews on Amazon and B&N shortly!
March 14, 2012 at 1:14 PM
Jessica Nelson said…
Hey Julie, yep, it's on goodreads. Are we friends on there? I should find you...

Brandi, your review sounded so professional! And of course it made me smile and squee (just a little, lol)
March 14, 2012 at 1:17 PM
Cheryl Linn Martin said…
Isn't this entire process just so cool??? Congrats on your book, Jessica. I plan to do a review later in April. Hugs!
March 14, 2012 at 1:41 PM
Stacy Henrie said…
Doing the happy dance for you, Jessica! :) Those are great reviews.
March 14, 2012 at 3:47 PM
Sarah Forgrave said…
Are you pinching yourself yet? :) So fun to see the links!
March 14, 2012 at 10:34 PM
Jessica Nelson said…
It is, Cheryl!

Yes, Sarah, I do have to keep pinching myself!! lol

Hi Stacy, Thanks! So far, so good. *crossing fingers*
March 15, 2012 at 6:41 AM
Susan J. Reinhardt said…
Congrats, Jess! When does your book officially launch so the rest of us can get a copy?
March 15, 2012 at 8:21 AM
Janet Smart said…
Congratulations! You have some great links there, I'm going to have to do some blog hopping.
March 16, 2012 at 8:37 AM
Jennifer Shirk said…
YAY!! So looking forward to reading it!!
March 16, 2012 at 12:08 PM
Nancy said…
Everything sounds so exciting. I'm glad you got such great reviews. I'm definitely going to get your book. Can't wait.
March 16, 2012 at 12:37 PM
Karen Lange said…
Thanks for the links! Visited Anita's blog just a moment ago, and will check out these other links.

Blessings,
Karen
March 17, 2012 at 1:52 PM
Anita Grace Howard said…
Yay, Jessie! Can't wait to see all the reviews. I know they'll be wonderful because your book is. HEE.

Off to check them out. <3
March 17, 2012 at 10:57 PM
Jessica Nelson said…
Susan, it's on shelves in April. :-)

Thank you everyone for your sweet comments!!
March 18, 2012 at 9:33 AM
Katie Ganshert said…
You're getting SO close, Jessica!!! How are you feeling?? Nervous? Nauseous? Uber uber excited?
March 19, 2012 at 8:36 AM
Lauren F. Boyd said…
So excited for you and your debut novel!!!!

And glad to have you at my blog! Many thanks!
March 19, 2012 at 3:01 PM
Jeanette Levellie said…
It was an awesome story and a fun read, plus I learned so much about that era! I will be posting a review soon!

Love
Jen
March 20, 2012 at 7:56 PM
Kara said…
My review will be coming soon. It was truly a wonderful book Jessica. You should be very proud!!
March 20, 2012 at 10:27 PM
Linda Glaz said…
Excellent book, Jess, for another who's wondering. You're an amazing writer!!!
March 26, 2012 at 10:21 AM
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