tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3801207462566510326.post7611925014742283344..comments2024-03-25T22:38:39.934-07:00Comments on THERESA'S TALES: AspirationsTheresa Milsteinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03477761307315565259noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3801207462566510326.post-53824469972265804152010-02-10T05:47:38.329-08:002010-02-10T05:47:38.329-08:00After looking at again, I had to join.After looking at again, I had to join.Theresa Milsteinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03477761307315565259noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3801207462566510326.post-76893970712414422542010-02-10T05:25:12.100-08:002010-02-10T05:25:12.100-08:00Yes, I was very blessed to be able to go, and I do...Yes, I was very blessed to be able to go, and I doubt I'll ever get that lucky again. Definitely something to shoot for, though. Thanks for joining my blog - it's great to have you aboard!Susan Fieldshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02433408456603462774noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3801207462566510326.post-44173650926225541602010-02-10T04:41:37.793-08:002010-02-10T04:41:37.793-08:00Susan, you make some excellent arguments. If I ha...Susan, you make some excellent arguments. If I have a "real" job, next time around, I'll consider it.Theresa Milsteinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03477761307315565259noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3801207462566510326.post-6394867670683790312010-02-10T03:17:41.811-08:002010-02-10T03:17:41.811-08:00I know it's a lot of money, but it truly was a...I know it's a lot of money, but it truly was a writing-life changing experience for me. If I hadn't gone, I wouldn't have met wonderful and very serious writing friends (two of whom are now awaiting publication of their first books), they wouldn't have encouraged me to start my own blog (among many other encouragements), and I wouldn't be writing on your blog right now. Though I'm still not published, I think I'm much, much closer right now than I would have been had I not attended. If you can ever swing it, I highly recommend it.Susan Fieldshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02433408456603462774noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3801207462566510326.post-84825854229851839872010-02-09T18:04:02.791-08:002010-02-09T18:04:02.791-08:00Thanks, Susan. I'm on the e-mail list for the...Thanks, Susan. I'm on the e-mail list for the Highlights Workshop, which always sounds wonderful but it's too expensive. I know it's a whole week and meals, but 2k is too much, and I don't know how much a scholarship would offset. For two hotels nights (with a roommate), plus all offerings I want on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, NESCBWI will cost me less than $400.Theresa Milsteinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03477761307315565259noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3801207462566510326.post-40196173472275490782010-02-09T17:20:13.907-08:002010-02-09T17:20:13.907-08:00Hi Theresa, thanks for visiting my blog! It sounds...Hi Theresa, thanks for visiting my blog! It sounds like you've got a lot going on and are making progress. I've gone to several conferences, but the best one I've ever gone to was the Highlights Workshop in Chautauqua, NY. I really can't say enough good things about it. It's pricey, but they offer scholarships. I'll be checking back in with your blog soon!Susan Fieldshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02433408456603462774noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3801207462566510326.post-47816832190082562852010-02-09T12:38:22.345-08:002010-02-09T12:38:22.345-08:00Thanks, Rejection Queen. Good luck with the conte...Thanks, Rejection Queen. Good luck with the contest.Theresa Milsteinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03477761307315565259noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3801207462566510326.post-42382033785677086382010-02-09T11:20:44.250-08:002010-02-09T11:20:44.250-08:00A big thanks for posting that link for the "D...A big thanks for posting that link for the "Dear Lucky Agent," contest. I am definitely going to look into it. Btw, your blog rocks!The Rejection Queenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01288683065588449736noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3801207462566510326.post-47948669352289899612010-02-09T11:07:50.252-08:002010-02-09T11:07:50.252-08:00Thank you, Empty Refrigerator. I'm a bit nervo...Thank you, Empty Refrigerator. I'm a bit nervous, but am looking forward to the feedback.Theresa Milsteinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03477761307315565259noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3801207462566510326.post-64784933802430672742010-02-09T10:40:15.718-08:002010-02-09T10:40:15.718-08:00Have fun at the conference, and I'm looking fo...Have fun at the conference, and I'm looking forward to reading all the entries in the Secret Agent Contest! I entered back in Nov, and really appreciated the feedback. Good luck!Esperantohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12051691926591464516noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3801207462566510326.post-70924174098955993402010-02-09T10:10:25.577-08:002010-02-09T10:10:25.577-08:00Old Kitty, I really didn't want to write this ...Old Kitty, I really didn't want to write this manuscript after the success of a certain series (cough), but my idea was too compelling (To me). I just have to convince an agent of that. <br /><br />Edie, thanks for the encouragement!<br /><br />Shelley, you're the first substitute teacher/aspiring writer I've come across. Thanks for following.Theresa Milsteinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03477761307315565259noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3801207462566510326.post-39304816796809582352010-02-09T09:35:31.972-08:002010-02-09T09:35:31.972-08:00Hi Theresa, I'm really glad I stumbled upon yo...Hi Theresa, I'm really glad I stumbled upon your blog. I am also a substitute teacher/novelist-trying-to-get-published (what a combination) and I can relate to a lot of what you've posted about.<br />I wish you best of luck with the contests, and I'll be following along!Shelley Slyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07981620646634240160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3801207462566510326.post-50836200982660608872010-02-09T09:33:46.197-08:002010-02-09T09:33:46.197-08:00Good luck with your contests, Theresa! Keep writi...Good luck with your contests, Theresa! Keep writing!Edie Parrotthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17805004024290119468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3801207462566510326.post-33745735391234773562010-02-09T09:28:59.803-08:002010-02-09T09:28:59.803-08:00Hi
Goodness - what a busy time ahead for you! So,...Hi<br /><br />Goodness - what a busy time ahead for you! So, so glad you are really focused on your writing and getting published. There's so much you've planned, I'm impressed! There's nothing like exposing your writing to good constructive critical feedback and actually admitting that "yes, I need help so please help me people who are in the know thanks very much". And arming yourself with knowledge of the current publishing trends, do's and don't's is such a plus to. Research is always good.<br /><br />Go for it is what I say.<br /><br />And you never let on you were writing a vampire fantasy novel, you tease you!<br /><br />I'm very very excited for you!<br /><br />Take care<br />xOld Kittyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13185547869183611159noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3801207462566510326.post-48185302250532697652010-02-09T07:50:46.318-08:002010-02-09T07:50:46.318-08:00Thanks, Rebecca. At this point, I just entered th...Thanks, Rebecca. At this point, I just entered the contests with a glimmer of hope that I'll get some feedback. It would be nice to win one some day so I could put it on a query letter. <br /><br />Good luck with your writing too!Theresa Milsteinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03477761307315565259noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3801207462566510326.post-70351621568154580682010-02-09T06:23:14.564-08:002010-02-09T06:23:14.564-08:00I totally know what you mean about *getting* it. ...I totally know what you mean about *getting* it. I feel like in this journey of writing, sometimes I am on my own and just slogging though. But other times - usually when I am actively in critique groups, sharing my work, in other words, putting myself out there - everything seems to line up and I am on a blissful roll! Meaning, I can I tell I am improving, the critique's don't hurt because I am learning from them and my writing is getting better. <br /><br />Good luck with contests!Mollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09737883086499020291noreply@blogger.com