It has been awhile since I sent you an update, so I figured now would be a perfect time to fill you in on the exciting work we have have been doing since the funding period ended in October.  

The manuscript was submitted for a developmental/content edit, which has helped tremendously to enhance the story, and make sure the plot flows smoothly.  Since receiving the edits back last week I have been hard at work incorporating the suggestions from the editor and making sure that the manuscript is the best it can be.  

My incredible sister-in-law has also been working tirelessly on the design for the full cover. She sent over a few renderings last night and, WOW, the cover is really going to pop in print!  

My goal is to have all of this into the capable hands of Inkshares before the holidays, so just a few more weeks of diligent work and we will really be on our way to seeing the published book,  When I’m 64.

Thank you all so much for your love and support!

This morning I am sending you an update of the most amazing kind.  We have reached 250 pre-orders, the number needed for Quill Publishing!  I am so excited and humbled and in awe of my wonderful and supportive friends and family that I couldn’t wait to share the great news. 

Today is 365 days since the birth of my daughter, official birthday tomorrow (leap year is crazy!), and this is the best gift I ever could have dreamed of receiving on this day.  Thank you all for helping to make my Dad a special part of my daughter’s birthday celebration today :)

Yours in gratitude,

Lauren