On Monday, Cynthia Leitich Smith posted an interview with my agent, Erin Murphy. I almost didn’t read it because I thought I knew everything there was to know about her. (She really likes dark chocolate. What else do I need to know?) But luckily I checked it out and, man, if the interview didn’t just blow me away! I got to the end of it and thought: She is so dreamy…I want her for an agent.
Then I kicked myself and said: She IS your agent, doofus. Now sit up straight and be grateful! So I just wanted to share with you all that I am so thankful to have such a fantastic agent (and that I’m working on my posture).
About halfway down, Cynthia asks her what she sees as the ingredients for a "breakout" book. And Erin’s answer is fascinating! I think I’ve had thoughts similar to hers on this subject, but I just didn’t know those thoughts could be put together in a way that makes so much sense. (It makes me wonder who the real writer is in this relationship!) So check it out!
I also wanted to make sure all you moms out there had a fabulous Mother’s Day! I told my family I only wanted one thing for Mother’s Day: three hours to myself. So I went to my favorite coffee shop and wrote two chapters in my middle grade novel. Then I went to the gym and exercised like crazy! But I overexerted myself and ended up dragging my limp, lifeless body home…only to find my son and husband proudly holding backpacks filled with snacks and water bottles. They both cheered, “Happy Mother’s Day! We’re going on a family hike!” They looked so cute and well-prepared…I couldn’t let them down.
And how are my thighs feeling now? Like overcooked spaghetti. Good thing I have a sit-down job.
- Robin
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Awwww, Robin, you're so sweet! See, this is why I said what I said about loving being in regular touch with my clients. (It's all about stroking my ego, see? Um, that was a joke, in case it wasn't obvious.)
And hey, I'm working on my posture, too. Maybe we should get together and shout "sit up straight!" whenever the other one starts to slouch.
--Agent Erin
I must admit, your posture has been improving a lot lately. But it makes you look even that much taller than me...
So knock it off!!!
- Jay
What about my adorable wedge heels? No on those, too, Jay!? Eve gets to have all the fun...
And Erin, I'm so impressed that you can always get business done and STILL find time to send me "get well" emails. You're the best, man! (And by 'man' I mean 'woman')
;-)
Robin
Erin sounds dreamy, Robin. Is she taking queries?? ;-) (hee hee)
Hey Robin - good article - thanks for the link. And I'm sorry you got sick again - seems to be happening everywhere. My hubby is dealing with round 2 of the flu. I feel for ya! Take care. Angela
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