Design Team!

Hi, guys!

I have a lot of exciting news to report...FINALLY!

Production for the book began today, September 2nd, after a ton of problems with the images and having to pay extra for additional pictures, which was fine and expected. I was assigned to a design team, the Jordan team. (Who is Jordan?...I have no clue...haha.) It was pretty exciting to get that e-mail and then be able to contact my author representative on the team.

It has been quite a whirlwind trying to get everything underway. After the images problems were solved, for like the 4th time (argh!), I am now able to officially say that the team is working on the inner layout of the book and the cover. Like I've said before, my publisher has grown so much, and that means that a lot of the things I was used to them doing, aren't done the same way anymore. Everything is pretty much done over the internet now, when before it was done over the phone or in actual handwriting. It's kind of exciting, considering I will be challenged to keep up with them, but it also meant a great deal of frustration in the beginning because of all the changes. I just have to get used to all of it! But now, things are actually being worked on, and that makes me feel better - I was worried that the book wouldn't be done in time for my release party! But I think it will all be okay. :)

I am talking frequently with the Bel Air Barnes and Noble about the release party, and I am so excited for it! Also, I am booking school visits for that week before the signing and party, and I think I will be totally booked if things keep going the way they are!! :)

Make sure to check out the WonkyWear clothing line at www.wonkywear.spreadshirt.com if you haven't yet. There are a few new items on there - some I added today! It would be so great to walk into the release party and see my fans wearing some of the items I've designed. Also, there are a few sales going on here and there, so make sure you check the site often. I will be ordering some items for myself and for the release party!

Also, if you want me to visit your Harford County or Baltimore County school, find out who your reading specialist is as soon as possible. And then give them my e-mail address and get them in contact with me. The slots are going fast, since I will only be there a few days, and I want to be able to visit with as many schools and readers as I can!

Hope you all have a great beginning of the school year! I will update more often now!!