#amy tipton
I saw this in a writing group & thought I’d pass it on to you. Enjoy!
Remember!
The fact I shaved my legs today seems like big news BUT even bigger news is the fact that WARPAINT (a book I did with the amazing author, J.J. Maya) bounces between the #1 & #3 spot for best books on the Kindle Unlimited (international site)! I couldn’t be prouder! (I helped, sure, but props go to J.J. Maya for hustling!–self publishing is hard so give her props!!!–this book just pubbed in March, people!)
(Also, this proves the fact that people are hungry–reading/needing writers & their stories now more than ever! & this is a fun/entertaining read set in the makeup world–from Scotland to NYC–& even deals with the immigration topic in a delightful way … No, really! The characters are charming &, well–read & find out for yourself!)
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“You seem very well, things look peaceful
I’m not quite as well, I thought you should know”
-Alanis Morissette, You Oughta Know
Friends, I’m struggling these days. I’ve been shut in since Feb 27–which I know is earlier than the mandatory lockdown (& I know specifically it was on Feb 27 because I was doing a big project & kept putting off going to the coffee shop saying Tomorrow, Tomorrow, Tomorrow, which, well, turned into this)–so forgive me for not being more positive. I’m sorry this happened to you, I’m sorry this happened to me, I’m sorry this happened period. I do believe we’re all in this together–I don’t feel special or anything. (I know I’m better off than some because I can tell you that I am not ok–& I mustered up the strength to make this [whatever it is] here–Booyah! Some people are barely getting by–sleeping/watching Netflix/glued to the news/playing video games/smoking pot [LEGALLY, OF COURSE]/drinking–just depressed as all hell… & who can blame them, really?!?) Please, if you can, do me a solid & let me know if you too are crawling up the walls, lacking focus, feeling “meh.” I swear I’m not someone who gets off on other people in pain BUT it helps me to know that I’m not blowing this out of proportion or feeling crazy for no reason; if you are also crying incessantly & fighting with family/your significant other & wondering how on earth you’re going to pay your bills… SHOUT OUT TO ALL THOSE PEEPS WHO AREN’T MAKING THE PERFECT DINNERS, DOING YOGA (or any exercise but eating lots–diets be damned!), LEARNING A NEW SKILL ON YOUTUBE, GETTING THEIR HOUSE ORGANIZED, CRAFTING OR CREATING OR WHATEVER. I SEE YOU (you’re just as valid & I miss you!) & I FEEL YOU. SOLIDARITY.
(That is not to say I don’t appreciate those that are making chicken salad out of this chicken sh*t situation! I have been positive, I hope to be positive once again–I am so up & down, people! I’ve Zoomed & watched FB live & FaceTimed. [Today, my husband is taking me around/walking & I am ridiculously excited…] Like Dorinda M [RHONY] said, “I’m doing everything & nothing well”-SAME GIRL, SAME.)
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I’ve never been officially sorted into a house, but, according to this, I’m part Hufflepuff & part Slytherin. You?
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So many people have said this (I’m not sure who to attribute it to) but I got it from Kung Fu Panda. Ha! Enjoy!
I was talking to a writer friend just yesterday about Paul Greci’s YA, THE WILD LANDS (which I repped as an agent) & I mentioned how long it took to sell…(I’ve actually told this story before-to another writer-hence, I made this zine-inspired thing…)
I thought I’d share it here, with you. I hope it cheers you up. I hope it gives you the allowance you need to move forward. Most importantly though, I hope you never fully give up.
I know you are probably thinking this is more of a romantic image & the #writingprompt should be about a romantic situation but nah… In my (twisted?) mind, I’m seeing her (or him!) as a stealthy pickpocket-using this opportunity to steal… For all you romance authors, maybe they’re both pickpockets & this moment is their #meetcute … (I’ll give you a great discount if you use me as an editor on this!)
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We’re all going through a tough time & we’re all in this together. I know you think writing is a luxury but it’s not–books can save lives (I’ve heard it throughout this crisis especially)–so, if you can comfortably use my help, please do! I’m offering 25% off everything …
That means editorial assessments are only $525 & developmental reads are $675! Writing coaching–for 3 months–is only $450 (a month)!
If I can say so myself, what a steal!
Contact me/mention this discount!!! ([email protected])
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Now that you know writing is necessary (you did read yesterday’s message, right?) perhaps you should start writing? Here’s a #writingprompt to get you going…
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I just got an email from another editor that said they guess the silver lining to all of this is that more people are reading & writing… So, still think writing is a luxury? Nah. Writing is essential. YOU are essential. YOU are needed. Keep writing.
Here is another note by a writer/reader that I thought I’d share…
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Are you able to write? (I understand that it could be hard-it’s hard for me to concentrate too!) If so (& good for you! As hard as it is to read, reading is keeping me sane), here’s a #writingprompt…
[I say, Go Into Those Woods-Be Prepared/Bring Your Weapon Of Choice-& Do What Ya Gotta… That’s my contribution, feel free to use it & contact me for a [majorly] discounted read!]
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On Friday night, my husband lost his job & today, Dolly Parton sings Pour yourself a cup of ambition & um…
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What a week, friends! But I made it (& if you’re reading this-you survived too! High five! )!
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One of the last books I sold (got a starred review book too!), is out today! Happy Book Birthday to SAY YES SUMMER!!! (Now go buy it!)
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I keep forgetting that I have IDEAS to share!
(& that’s just 1 more way to get a discounted read! Contact me!
amy-tipton.com or [email protected])
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We’ve all been there, right?-well, most of us have…
Here’s a #writingprompt for you! Remember, I’ll read for a discount (also remember, I’m already running a 75% discount)… Geez, people! I want to read!!!
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