Genre: Anecdote
Word Count: 100
ONE FOR THE BOOKS
A roomful of friends came to share my day. Some of them supported me through my darkest days. They congratulate me through their tears.
This is surreal. What will others think of me when they read my–albeit highly fictionalized—life story?
My artwork graces the books stacked on the table, both hardback and paperback. Friendly chatter fills the winery. Everything is beyond perfect.
Penultimate singer-songwriter and dear friend Bradley sings my song among other crowd favorites.
Before the afterglow of this special time has a chance to fade, the sudden realization strikes me. “Where do I go from here?”
Rochelle Wisoff-Fields-Addicted to Purple 
Heartiest congratulations, Rochelle. All the attention is well-deserved.
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Thank you so much, Joy. 😀
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Congratulations! Where to? Onward and upward, I reckon!
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Dear Fleur,
Resting up this week. And mailing a few books out to those who couldn’t be at the launch. Thank you for the encouragement.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Dear Rochelle,
A valid reason for double-dipping this week! Congrats to you, my friend.
Shalom and lotsa happy love,
Dale
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Dear Dale,
And there are still more photos to come. My friend Lori is putting them on a flash drive for me. She says she took 145. I don’t think I’ll post them all. 😉 Definitely a happy time. 😀 Thank you.
Shalom and lotsa happy happy hugs,
Rochelle
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How wonderful!! Yeah, please don’t. 😉
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What a wonderful day! Thanks for sharing. Congratulations! I look forward to reading your book.
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Dear Clare,
Thank you for your sweet comment. I look forward to your response to my book. 😉
Shalom,
Rochelle
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The book launch was fantastic and exceeded expectations. It was a fun event and well attended. Rock on Writer Rocky. I’m sure the next one will magically appear in your consciousness when it’s time. For now, enjoy the success.
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Dear Jan,
The launch is one that will live in our memories for some time to come. Thank you, m’luv for your support and encouragement through it all. ❤
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Great piece – a question many writers ask after each publication. Nancy Hartney, Author nancy.hartney@gmail.com nancy.hartney@gmail.com https://nancyhartney.net/ https://nancyhartney.net/
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Dear Nancy,
I don’t need to tell you that marketing is the most challenging part for the author. How does one strike a balance between healthy promotion and overbearing pushy salesperson? Sigh. Thank you for reading and leaving a lovely comment.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Congrats Richelle! ❤ ❤
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Many thanks, Carol Anne.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Sounds like you had a wonderful day, and so richly deserved. As for where you go from here, I have no doubt the answer remains ‘from strength to strength’.
Jen
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Dear Jen,
It was a wonderful day that will maintain a sweet spot in my memory. Marketing is the biggest challenge for an author who likes to be far from the madding crowd. 😉 I might add that wonderful reviews such as yours don’t hurt, my friend. 😀 Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Congratulations, I’d say theres plenty left in the tank, carry on writing!!!
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Many thanks, Shrawley. It’s one foot in front of the other from here. 😉
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Congratulations! What a remarkable accomplishment! Soak up the bliss…I’m sure the next inspiration will hit before you know it…
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Dear Angela,
It is a memory to cherish. The aftermath is a bit like postpartum depression. The letdown after all the hooplah and preparation for that moment. Now getting read for our annual 4th of July party. Thank you 😀
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Brava, Rochelle! Warmest congratulations!
Where do you go from here? Anywhere your imagination takes you!
Shalom, my friend! 🫶🏼
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Awww. Thank you for such a lovely comment, Nancy.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Most welcome!
Shalom
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Congratulations, Rochelle. What an achievement and what a thrill.
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Many thanks, Margaret. 😀
Shalom,
Rochelle
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You’re living your dream. Allow yourself to enjoy it before putting any pressure on for what’s next. Congratulations.
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Dear Lisa,
I’m trying to do just that. And then there’s the 4th of July party we’re hosting this week. (There’s always something.)
And a very special thank you for a certain magnificent Amazon review on LDWA. There’s nothing like a reader understanding all points of the writing. You made my day. Possibly, my year.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Rochelle, a party always perks things up. Happy 4th in advance!
You’re very welcome on the review. It’s an important book to be in the world. Happy you enjoyed the review. It came from the heart ❤
Shalom,
Lisa
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Wonderful!
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Thank you, Dawn.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Congratulations. Rochelle. As for what you do, you rinse and repeat, no?
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Dear Neil,
Rinse and repeat, yes! Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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How does one spell “product placement”?
Enjoy it all.
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Thank you, Patrick. 😀
Shalom,
Rochelle
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What a great day you must have had. Congratulations, Rochelle.
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Dear Gabi,
It was a most amazing day. 😀 Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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