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PatB, I actually wish I had it in me to write romance
It would be less intensive than non-fiction and I could make it up as I go
posted by
Azur
on December 15, 2005 at 4:07 PM
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rr2hsam, I agree that competition improves things
although sometimes people put the competition ahead of the quality
posted by
Azur
on December 15, 2005 at 4:05 PM
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LaylaBeth, thanks.
I couldn't quite believe it that two agents were interested
posted by
Azur
on December 15, 2005 at 4:03 PM
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But now I have to take advantage of that fact
posted by
Azur
on December 15, 2005 at 4:02 PM
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Tiel, great isn't it?
posted by
Azur
on December 15, 2005 at 4:01 PM
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Hemlocker, thank you for this wonderful comment which prompted my next post
posted by
Azur
on December 15, 2005 at 4:01 PM
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MayB
There are only 7 basic plots in the universe anyway, right? Perhaps that other book is a "blessing in disguise: (cliche) because you are reworking your book and making it even better. YOU HAVE AN AGENT!!!!
posted by
Tiel
on December 15, 2005 at 12:20 PM
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Well, the saying goes:
"there is nothing new under the sun." So, I say, FULL SPEED AHEAD!!! And go ahead and say it again: "my agent." Yep--that does sound cool, lol!!! ~LB~ xo
posted by
Anony_Miss
on December 15, 2005 at 12:16 PM
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I agree with Pat B
If there's someone else writing on similar topic, I suspect that it's an interesting enough topic for you to proceed. Also, I'd look at it as an opportunity to spice your book up a bit...A friendly competition to keep you fresh and on your toes! 
posted by
rr2hsam
on December 15, 2005 at 10:50 AM
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MayB
MayB I don't visit you that often because you actually are working regularly in the world of writing and publishing. Maybe my deepest feelings that I can hardly articulate are so counter-productive in the real world, that I want everyone who is successful to fail, and the whole house to fall down, perhaps so that I can justify the inertia which has become a lifestyle. Though an oversimplification, consider a frightened little antelope, standing in the cover of brush and trees a hundred feet or so from a water hole, and being very thirsty but fearing enough the predators who regularly gather there, to avoid and avoid the decision to go down and drink. Oh, those lions! Oh, Oh, those crocodiles! But you work to make your way in that world, and I salute you.
posted by
Hemlocker
on December 15, 2005 at 9:16 AM
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Similar topic? So what?
Ever seen a "different" romance novel? And they still sell thousands (millions?) of 'em every year. I like your writing & want to buy your book when it comes out... With any luck, maybe I'll even get a signed copy. :)
posted by
Pat_B
on December 15, 2005 at 7:14 AM
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MayB
Not only are you on YOUR agent's radar, she is concerned about you.
posted by
johnmacnab
on December 15, 2005 at 5:21 AM
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Good for you! All of the extra work will produce a better book!
posted by
Original_Influence
on December 15, 2005 at 4:27 AM
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writersjourney
Thank you I will. The agent is keen enough but she is aware that publishers are less keen when there are other recent books in circulation
posted by
Azur
on December 14, 2005 at 8:36 PM
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Frankenkitty. I don't think I'm could do a thing about . ...
the hood ;-).
Publishers don't like to see too many books about the same topic at the same time.
posted by
Azur
on December 14, 2005 at 8:35 PM
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If the subject means a lot to you, I would not lose faith in it
MayB -- I think you should keep plugging away at it. I'm sure that whatever the topic is you can find a unique spin to it and write from a perspective that is distinctive to your style and experiences. If your agent will not market the book to publishers that does not mean that you cannot continue to circulate it on your own. No subject is ever completely exhausted.
posted by
writersjourney
on December 14, 2005 at 7:39 PM
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BrightIrish, eventually I'll say more about it. Thank you. The issue about similar subjects is that publishers may not be interested if there are too many other similar books around.
posted by
Azur
on December 14, 2005 at 7:25 PM
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Tapsel-T, I try not to be
posted by
Azur
on December 14, 2005 at 7:23 PM
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You're right Ariala
posted by
Azur
on December 14, 2005 at 7:22 PM
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More of a challenge to present it in a unique and fresh fashion....
posted by
Ariala
on December 14, 2005 at 6:09 PM
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MayB, I'm glad that you are not easily discouraged in these matters. 
posted by
TAPS.
on December 14, 2005 at 5:42 PM
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MayB
I will also be interested in knowing what your book is about. It surprises me that similar subjects would be a issue.
posted by
BrightIrish
on December 14, 2005 at 4:39 PM
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I didn't realize similar topics
was such a big deal. Especially when you have clusters of movies based on Vampires, Motorcycles, or Such and Such- in the Hood. I bet your book will be great, as long as it's not, Such and Such in the Hood. Take care MayB
posted by
Flumpystalls3000
on December 14, 2005 at 4:28 PM
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Avant-garde, thank you. The biggest struggle of all for me is physical
posted by
Azur
on December 14, 2005 at 12:02 PM
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Me too Brisbane artist
posted by
Azur
on December 14, 2005 at 12:01 PM
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Can't wait to see what the book is about
posted by
brisbane_artist
on December 14, 2005 at 11:58 AM
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MayB
Keep your faith up. I know that you are a successful writer, from your optimism and courage.
posted by
avant-garde
on December 14, 2005 at 11:56 AM
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CarolynMoe, we can only hope to present things freshly. Fresh posts from you perhaps?
posted by
Azur
on December 14, 2005 at 11:53 AM
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"Nothing is new under the sun..."
- King Solomon (The Book of Ecclesiastes)
- The Holy Bible 
posted by
cmoe
on December 14, 2005 at 11:51 AM
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Ginnieb, If we did there'd be about three books and three films in the world
posted by
Azur
on December 14, 2005 at 11:24 AM
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That's great!
And yes...we can't put an idea on the shelf just because someone else had it first! We all carry our own specific slants. I'm glad your holiday season won't be altered and only be enriched!
posted by
ginnieb
on December 14, 2005 at 11:20 AM
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