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July 17, 2014

Does an anniversary make you feel nostalgic? #PlottingPrincesses #MFRWorg


Have the Years Passed Quickly for You?

After I had been secretly writing for a few months, I sat down to have dinner with Handsome who had been mega traveling. We chatted about the usual—kids, cats, house, his trip, my upcoming class reunion. Then he asked, “What have you been up to?” meaning besides Jazzercise, needlepoint, and reading.

I drew a deep breath and let this rip quickly, “I’ve been writing.”

Honestly, I don’t stun Handsome much. But this admission did. His eyes went large and he went from a reclining position to sitting straight. Then his eyes narrowed, “Writing what?”
I explained the whole enchilada about how I began writing. He really listened and when I’d finished, he said, “You’ve changed.”

And I had. I had moved into a new life stage and was embracing it wholly. Here’s what I’ve done:

Published:
4 short romantic comedies, 1 essay with MuseItUp Publishing
1 paranormal short sexy romance with Noble Romance Publishing (rights returned)
13 short romantic comedies with True Magazines
Indie Pubbed:
3 short fiction collections

To be Pubbed:
1 essay, Sisterhood Anthology by Wordforest
1 funny romantic mystery by The Wild Rose Press (coming soon!)

Can be published:
2 paranormal short sexy romances (+ returned one)
4 short romantic comedies
3 romantic mysteries

I think I have been busy.
Happy anniversary to me!
Vicki Batman is greatly rejoicing a life change and eagerly waiting what will happen soon. Check her site FMI: http://vickibatman.blogspot.com 


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26 comments:

  1. SylviaJuly 17, 2014 at 7:24 AM

    Love this post!! What an accomplishment and you are so smart for celebrating. So it seems to me that you have several books sitting in the wings that you need to get up on Amazon. We can't read them if they're not available. Also I can't wait for Temporarily Unemployed. That book sounds like fun and I know it will be just from other stories I've read by you. Way to go Vicki!

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  2. Vicki Batman, sassy writerJuly 17, 2014 at 9:04 AM

    Hi, Sylvia! I can't believe how time has flown by and what I've done. Thanks for being by my side, too. ox

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  3. MarshaJuly 17, 2014 at 9:20 AM

    Congratulations, Vicki! You indeed should be proud. That's a lot of published writing! You seem to have figured out how to juggle real life, social media, and writing! That's also a huge accomplishment. :)

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  4. chris kenistonJuly 17, 2014 at 9:21 AM

    I love anniversaries ! - and such a fun one at that!

    Nothing better than being able to add smiles to people's day

    Kudos Ms. Batman!

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  5. Vicki Batman, sassy writerJuly 17, 2014 at 9:25 AM

    Hi, Marsha! And thank you so much. As for the juggling act... sometimes I don't do so well. And as for social media...yikes! Thanks for posting.

    Hi, Chris! Thank you so much for your help too.

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  6. UnknownJuly 17, 2014 at 9:26 AM

    Congratulations! As a good wine, you don't get older, only better.

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  7. Pamela StoneJuly 17, 2014 at 9:31 AM

    Congrats, Vicki! Quite an accomplishment. Writing is hard, but if you love it, so much fun. Great escape and cheaper than a therapist.

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  8. LaniJuly 17, 2014 at 9:32 AM

    Oh, happy, happy Anniversary!!! This is such a wonderful post! And, Vicki, the world is a better place because of your writing! Thank you for sharing your anniversary and your writing to the world!

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  9. Janie EmausJuly 17, 2014 at 9:47 AM

    Congratulations! Time goes by so fast and you have lots to show for it.

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  10. MarlowJuly 17, 2014 at 9:52 AM

    Wow, you've accomplished so much. Congratulations.

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  11. Vicki Batman, sassy writerJuly 17, 2014 at 9:57 AM

    Hi, Rayne! I need a haircut so I feel younger. Truly appreciate your friendship. ox

    Hi, Pam! Definitely cheaper than therapy. lol

    Hi, Janie! I have done a lot. I wish I'd sell more. lololol

    Hi, Marlow! And thank you for celebrating a fun day with me. I hope many of my writing friends can party on their special day! hugs

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  12. Kimberley TroutteJuly 17, 2014 at 10:16 AM

    Happy anniversary. You've done so much, Vicki, you should be proud. You rock, woman!

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  13. Vicki Batman, sassy writerJuly 17, 2014 at 10:27 AM

    Hi, Kimberley! And thank you. I wish NYT was up there like someone else's from I knew her when. LOL. Maybe TE will be the big breakaway. Hugs!

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  14. darkwriterJuly 17, 2014 at 11:26 AM

    Great post. :) And you have been very busy. Happy Anniversary to you!

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  15. Karilyn BentleyJuly 17, 2014 at 12:17 PM

    Congrats Vicki! Loved this post! Keep on writing! Looking forward to reading Temporarily Unemployed. :)

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  16. D'AnnJuly 17, 2014 at 12:31 PM

    You have been busy! Congrats!

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  17. AshantayJuly 17, 2014 at 12:44 PM

    Happy Anniversary! I'm looking forward to reading the humorous mystery!

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  18. Vicki Batman, sassy writerJuly 17, 2014 at 2:02 PM

    Hi, Beverley! Thank you & see you soon. ox

    Hi, D'Ann and Karilyn! Thank you so much. I can't wait for my big book to come.

    Hi, Ashantay! I hope everyone likes my big book. There's lots of laughs and a fun hero. Hugs

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  19. PhyllisJuly 17, 2014 at 2:16 PM

    How Fun and you are very prolific. I pray those creative juices flow abundantly from you to the readers!

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  20. Flirty & Feisty RomanceJuly 17, 2014 at 2:50 PM

    Huge congratulations, Vicki! You have been very busy. Well done and keep writing.

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  21. Vicki Batman, sassy writerJuly 17, 2014 at 4:18 PM

    Hi, Phyllis: Oh, you are so right. I hope some new readers discover me soon.

    Hi, Stella! Thank you so much. I'm still writing, but am taking a bit of time to get ready for RWA. Making swag and a basket. LOL

    You keep writing, too. Hugs.

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  22. Melissa KeirJuly 17, 2014 at 4:49 PM

    What a great accomplishment! :) That's quite a wonderful list! I wish you many more! <3

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  23. Vicki Batman, sassy writerJuly 17, 2014 at 6:59 PM

    Hi, Melissa! Thank you!!! I'm very happy. Now, on to NYT!

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  24. Angela AdamsJuly 17, 2014 at 7:09 PM

    Vicki, you have been VERY busy. Thumbs up on your accomplishments!!

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  25. UnknownJuly 17, 2014 at 8:23 PM

    Vicki, what an amazing list of accomplishments. I just finished reading a nice quote from Stephen King that basically says we should write to make ourselves happy.

    Well Happy Anniversary because it seems you have found your happiness in so many ways :)

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  26. J.Q. RoseJuly 17, 2014 at 8:23 PM

    Holly cow! When do you sleep? Happy anniversary and congratulations on your success in this crazy career choice!

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