The Truth about Launching a Book -- Misha Herwin
Yesterday I launched the second book in the series “The Adventures of Letty Parker.” It’s a MG book, aimed at the 8-12 market, though as one reviewer, Kerry Parsons from www.chataboutbooks said “ it will be enjoyed by children and adults alike. I think it would sound great read aloud and enjoyed by the whole family.” There were more reviews, loads of comments on FB and Twitter and I felt much supported by friends, fellow writers and book-bloggers. All in all a very positive experience, but one which left me totally exhausted. Switching off the computer, pouring a glass of wine I wondered why I was so tired. What I’d been doing was enjoyable. I love interacting with people on social media and it was great to be able to thanking friends for their comments and likes. After all, I hadn’t done any hard physical work. I’d sat at my desk most of day, fuelled by cups of coffee and glasses of water –I’d made sure I wasn’t dehydrated, so I should have been fine. Talking to othe...