Heart palpitations (aka Playing the Game news)

They exist. I’ve seen them.

Today, my publisher delivered the finalized ebook files for Neighborly Affection: Playing the Game, and my heart thundered so hard I think passing out was a distinct possibility. Yes, it’s that exciting for a first-timer.

Once I’d calmed down enough to read beyond the first sentence of the email, I got my second shock of the day. (Publishing is a dangerous business and, much like riding roller coasters and shoveling snow, should not be undertaken by those with heart...