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May 1, 2019

Publication Day! I Leapt!

The book is out, readings are beginning, and I’m in a heightened state of joy, but also craziness.

For the past few days I’ve been truly whacko. I made a black bean soup that called for canned chipotle peppers in a hot sauce which I dutifully added to the recipe. Only to read a tad further that, if you wanted the soup more spicy, add the sauce 1 TEASPOON at a time. That evening I was walking down Broadway with my thermos full of hot water and lemon (my go-to beverage) when I felt a lovely warm sensation on my back. And then down my left pant leg. I hadn’t pressed the inner button of my thermos to secure the seal. This morning as I was halfway to the shoe repair store 10 blocks from me, I noticed how light I was feeling…because I’d left the shopping bag with my worn-down heels at home.

With all the preparation there is to launching a book, something has to give. Fortunately, they are minor inconveniences.

But on to the great stuff.

At Shakespeare & Co last night

I did my first reading at Shakespeare & Co on the Upper West Side. We filled the place, and I was completely gratified seeing so many good friends in the seats. I read 4 brief passages, then did Q&A for a bit. I’d signed several books before the evening started and even more afterwards. One new friend, whose pen I had admired, gifted me with one just like it for future signings.

Nancy Sheed, another good friend and supporter from CT, treated me to a Prosecco after everyone had left and helped me not only debrief, but also infuse me with new ways to promote my memoir.

Tonight I will celebrate with my entire team of supporters–those men and women who have carried me through the last five years to bring this into the world. I leave early Monday to start a round of speaking engagements. The journey continues…

 

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4 Comments

  1. Shalisha

    Jane, I’m so proud of you. I’m privileged to be part of your journey. And it’s totally natural to have things go awry when big and exciting things are happening in your life. Congrats.

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    • Jane Pollak

      @Shalisha You’ve been an active witness and contributor to my journey, dear friend!

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  2. tom cotton

    Jane–so sad to be away for all your launch events…friends reported wonderful response, no surprise!
    Excited to watch you reach lift-off after all your hard and great work–see you soon!
    XO

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    • Jane Pollak

      @Tom Never too late, Tom! I’m still going strong: private reading on the 13th, NJ bookstore on the 15th, public talk in Darien on the 20th. Buffalo event in early June. You’ll get to see me soon, I’m sure.

      Reply

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