Big week, I should say. This afternoon, I’m off to Orlando for the Romance Writers of America® (RWA) national conference. Not only is my manuscript Fortune’s Fool up for a Golden Heart®, but my script “Package Deal” (aka “The Blue Jay’s Egg”) is one of three finalists in the RWA Scriptscene Romancing the Script competition.
Wednesday afternoon at the Scriptcene annual meeting and workshop, I’ll find out how “Package Deal” fared. Meanwhile, check out the wonderful Five Scribes blog to see what they have to say about the contest.
Saturday night, the Golden Heart® and RITA® awards gala tells the tale for Fortune’s Fool. This year, RWA celebrates its 30th anniversary, so there’s a fancy dinner leading up to the awards. Of course, I’m thrilled to be a Golden Heart® finalist, but having it come this year, this special year for RWA, makes it mean even more.
Thank you, RWA!
July 26, 2010 at 8:51 am
I’m looking forward to the day when I can go to the bookstore and buy one of YOUR books!!! Have a great time at the conference!
July 26, 2010 at 9:08 am
Jane, you’re already a huge winner to me! I can’t wait to get to Orlando, finally meet you, and celebrate your great year!! I’m in Tuesday afternoon and look forward to seeing you on Wednesday. Wishing you quick, safe and trouble-free travels!!
July 26, 2010 at 4:36 pm
I am so proud of you and look forward to reading your work. Thinking of you, Cousin, gives me the inspiration to keep going. Good luck!
July 26, 2010 at 4:43 pm
Woo-hoo, Jane!!! It’s gonna be a blast! Can’t wait to meet you in Orlando!
July 26, 2010 at 7:50 pm
One of the bestest, bestest things about being a finalist this year is getting you as a friend. I hope you have THE MOST AWESOMEST of nights!! Take photos for me!!
July 27, 2010 at 5:23 am
I’ll be cheering you on from Texas on Saturday night! I plan to sit right here by my computer and see the results roll in. FINGERS CROSSED!!! I really hope you have a blast at conference basking in the Golden Heart glow.
July 27, 2010 at 7:22 am
I doubt you need it, but best of luck!
July 31, 2010 at 9:22 am
Thank you, Karen, Ginny, Emma, and Marie. Having you on my team means more than you can know.
Becca, honey, I am so glad that we finally met after all this time! You are a darling. Having you there at the Scriptscene meeting made it extra special.
Elisa, you amaze me with your energy and drive. So happy to meet you in the flesh at last.
Oh, Gabrielle sweetheart, ditto. I just hate it that you’re not here in Orlando with us. I didn’t bring a camera, but lots of the Unsinkables have them, so we’re bound to get lots of photos. In a pinch, my phone does pretty well, too, so I’ll have it ready tonight.
Big kisses to you all.