Traci Borum's Blog, page 9
July 14, 2014
My Very First Book Signing!
So, yesterday, my grandparents, mom, and sister hosted a book party and signing for me. It met all my expectations. It was busy, fun, exciting, and productive (lots of books sold!).
More than anything, it was amazing to hug and chat with such supportive people. My family and close friends. They're my cheerleaders, my biggest "fans." Seeing their support together in that room reminded me of how blessed I am--that after years of trying to get published, it finally happened.
Here are some pictures from the event:
These are my precious grandparents. They hosted the event at their building. Love them so much!
Here's the book poster that sat on an easel in the entrance:
Here's the front table -- that's my other grandmother's painting of "Chilton Crosse," the village in Painting the Moon, painted as a surprise for me in 2009. I thought it deserved a special place at the party!
And here's the cake! The decorators were able to scan the book cover and create an edible piece of candy on top. Isn't it pretty?
The only person missing from the event was my father, who passed away ten months ago with a sudden diagnosis of brain cancer. He would've been at the party with bells on, happy for me, proud of me, supportive of me. He read all three books in this series about a year before he got sick. And before he passed away, he knew I had signed a contract--that I was getting published. And even though yesterday was incredibly bittersweet because of his absence, and even though I missed him so much, he was still *there,* with us.
Here's a favorite picture of him:
More than anything, it was amazing to hug and chat with such supportive people. My family and close friends. They're my cheerleaders, my biggest "fans." Seeing their support together in that room reminded me of how blessed I am--that after years of trying to get published, it finally happened.
Here are some pictures from the event:
These are my precious grandparents. They hosted the event at their building. Love them so much!
Here's the book poster that sat on an easel in the entrance:
Here's the front table -- that's my other grandmother's painting of "Chilton Crosse," the village in Painting the Moon, painted as a surprise for me in 2009. I thought it deserved a special place at the party!
And here's the cake! The decorators were able to scan the book cover and create an edible piece of candy on top. Isn't it pretty?
The only person missing from the event was my father, who passed away ten months ago with a sudden diagnosis of brain cancer. He would've been at the party with bells on, happy for me, proud of me, supportive of me. He read all three books in this series about a year before he got sick. And before he passed away, he knew I had signed a contract--that I was getting published. And even though yesterday was incredibly bittersweet because of his absence, and even though I missed him so much, he was still *there,* with us.
Here's a favorite picture of him:
July 7, 2014
Chick Lit Central!
I'm happy to see my book featured on this great blog -- Chick Lit Central! Very exciting!
Here's the link
Here's the link
June 18, 2014
USA Today!
As if getting a book published wasn't already surreal enough, my book's trailer (created by Mary Fan) was just featured in USA Today! Umm, squeee!
Link here
Link here
June 16, 2014
Paperback Available!
I don't know if this whole publishing thing felt real until I held the advanced copy of the paperback in my hands.
The book is gorgeous in person--that beautiful cover just pops with color. And the book feels so weighty and substantive in my hands. Maybe I'm just old school, but a Kindle just isn't the same thing as an actual book. ;-)
Click here to purchase the book. And thank you!!
The book is gorgeous in person--that beautiful cover just pops with color. And the book feels so weighty and substantive in my hands. Maybe I'm just old school, but a Kindle just isn't the same thing as an actual book. ;-)
Click here to purchase the book. And thank you!!
June 9, 2014
Hip, Hip, HOORAY!
Today is my book's birthday! Time to celebrate! *throws confetti all over the internet*
PAINTING THE MOON is available in e-book format at Amazon, BN.com, and Kobo. It's on sale today for $2.99 and the price will increase starting tomorrow, so get yours TODAY!
The book will be available in softback format at those same online locations in a couple of weeks.
Here's the book trailer, to whet your appetite:
After years of rejections, and after months of intense edits, it's time. Time for me to let this book GO, and toss it out into the world to take flight. It's no longer just my book anymore. And that's a weird and wonderful feeling.
"No matter how much I adore writing, no matter the pleasure my stories give me, it isn't until books are read that they really start to breathe." ~Kate Morton
PAINTING THE MOON is available in e-book format at Amazon, BN.com, and Kobo. It's on sale today for $2.99 and the price will increase starting tomorrow, so get yours TODAY!
The book will be available in softback format at those same online locations in a couple of weeks.
Here's the book trailer, to whet your appetite:
After years of rejections, and after months of intense edits, it's time. Time for me to let this book GO, and toss it out into the world to take flight. It's no longer just my book anymore. And that's a weird and wonderful feeling.
"No matter how much I adore writing, no matter the pleasure my stories give me, it isn't until books are read that they really start to breathe." ~Kate Morton
June 6, 2014
Release Date!
My first published novel, Painting the Moon, will be available starting June 10th. Available as an e-book (then later as a paperback) from Amazon.com, BN.com, i-Books and a few other venues.
I'll post those specific venue links on Release Day.
*happy dance*
I'll post those specific venue links on Release Day.
*happy dance*
May 23, 2014
Coming SOON!
I spoke with my publisher, and PAINTING THE MOON is in the final stages of proofreading right now! Next is the formatting, and then it will be published!
Still no set release date, but it could be available as soon as two weeks from now, early June. The book will be available in Kindle (e-book) first, then paperback about a month later.
I'll keep you posted...
Still no set release date, but it could be available as soon as two weeks from now, early June. The book will be available in Kindle (e-book) first, then paperback about a month later.
I'll keep you posted...
April 21, 2014
I Have a Book Trailer!!
I'm so pleased with it. The music, the images -- they capture the tone of the book so well. A big shout-out to Mary Fan, who put it all together for me. She did an amazing job.
(Just an FYI - the book will be released in mid-June. I'll put an announcement on this Updates page when I get a solid release date).
(Just an FYI - the book will be released in mid-June. I'll put an announcement on this Updates page when I get a solid release date).
April 13, 2014
Exciting News!
My publisher just called me with the fantastic news: I've been offered a contract for Book 2 in my Chilton Crosse series. So excited! So blessed!
Book 2, set in the same Cotswold village, is a cozy romance with Jane Austen overtones. It will possibly be released by the end of the year!
The exhilaration of getting "that call" for the second time in my life is hard to describe (I know--ironic, coming from a writer).
This is the best way to show it: a classic scene from Tom Hanks's movie That Thing You Do, where Liv Tyler's character hears her friends' band on the radio for the very first time.
Book 2, set in the same Cotswold village, is a cozy romance with Jane Austen overtones. It will possibly be released by the end of the year!
The exhilaration of getting "that call" for the second time in my life is hard to describe (I know--ironic, coming from a writer).
This is the best way to show it: a classic scene from Tom Hanks's movie That Thing You Do, where Liv Tyler's character hears her friends' band on the radio for the very first time.
March 27, 2014
Book Cover Reveal!
I admit it. I've always judged a book (a real book, not a metaphorical person) by its cover. If I see a stunning book cover with gorgeous colors or an intriguing symbol or especially a European tone, I'm bound to pick it up. And if the description and first pages draw me in, it's a sale. But it's usually always the cover that draws my attention from the start.
That's why, during years of writing, I've looked forward to this day. The day when I see my OWN book cover for the very first time.
So, without further delay, here it is:
I love it. Absolutely love it. For me, it captures the book's tone perfectly. It's cozy and British and it looks like a painting. A painting I want to step into and live inside.
Here's my book's description: When Noelle Cooke's famous aunt dies, she leaves behind a cottage full of secrets: a locked room, an old journal, a rich history of eccentricity. She also leaves behind an art gallery in financial ruins. Noelle never planned to abandon her life in San Diego, never intended on moving across the ocean, but the idea is irresistible.
And just when Noelle commits to stay and begins discovering the cottage's secrets, someone from her past reappears—her first love, Adam Spencer. A barrier stands in their way, forcing her to make a choice. Will she risk her heart? Or will she bury her emotions…and lose him all over again?
A thousand thank-you's to Michelle at Red Adept and Glendon at Streetlight Graphics for this book cover. You both outdid yourselves. You have one very happy author, here.
That's why, during years of writing, I've looked forward to this day. The day when I see my OWN book cover for the very first time.
So, without further delay, here it is:
I love it. Absolutely love it. For me, it captures the book's tone perfectly. It's cozy and British and it looks like a painting. A painting I want to step into and live inside.
Here's my book's description: When Noelle Cooke's famous aunt dies, she leaves behind a cottage full of secrets: a locked room, an old journal, a rich history of eccentricity. She also leaves behind an art gallery in financial ruins. Noelle never planned to abandon her life in San Diego, never intended on moving across the ocean, but the idea is irresistible.
And just when Noelle commits to stay and begins discovering the cottage's secrets, someone from her past reappears—her first love, Adam Spencer. A barrier stands in their way, forcing her to make a choice. Will she risk her heart? Or will she bury her emotions…and lose him all over again?
A thousand thank-you's to Michelle at Red Adept and Glendon at Streetlight Graphics for this book cover. You both outdid yourselves. You have one very happy author, here.
