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Sharing my exciting news!

January 14, 2015 by Patricia Sands 79 Comments

Who doesn’t love a good surprise? That’s definitely what was waiting for me when I opened my gmail one day in December … and now I’m happy to share it with you.

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Just before Christmas I received a message, out of the blue ( … and nearly fainted!) from a Senior Acquisitions Editor for Amazon Publishing, saying she had read my work and would like to talk to me. To make a long story short … I have now signed a contract with Amazon’s Lake Union Imprint for the three books in my Love in Provence series (the two I have already published and the third I am working on). They will work with me to re-edit and re-release the first two in October. With Amazon Publishing’s expertise, the stories won’t change but will shine even more.

The third Love in Provence title will conclude this series, but I will have a new series next year featuring more adventures in Provence, so you won’t miss a thing!

I’m still in shock.

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It’s a tremendous opportunity for me and I feel so pleased Amazon Publishing sought me out. I’m proud of being an indie author and even prouder now to be affiliated in this way with Lake Union.

So thanks for all the support and encouragement you have offered me through the years. Thanks to my fabulous fellow writers, the supportive bloggers, editors, designers, tech and social media advisors, and others who play such vital roles in our vast writing community.

Thanks, also, to my amazing friends and family for believing, supporting, encouraging.

Most of all, thank you to the readers. Thanks for reading my books, writing reviews and telling others about the stories.

I feel every success is very much a team effort and I am so appreciative of my connection with all of you. I’m so pleased you are on this journey with me!

On we go!

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About Patricia Sands

Family, writing and travel are my passions ... okay, and chocolate ... and I'm seldom without a camera. I write women's fiction and keep in touch with readers by a monthly newsletter that also has giveaways and contests. Come and join us by signing up on the right. See you there!

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  1. Patricia Yager Delagrange says

    January 14, 2015 at 12:10 pm

    Wow! Just WOW. You must be over the moon about this. Congratulations and I look forward to your third book.
    Patti

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 12:43 pm

      Thanks, Patti! I really am delighted with this opportunity to have tremendous support and expertise working with me. As they say, it takes a village and our online writing community is the best!

      Reply
  2. Petrina in Brittany says

    January 14, 2015 at 12:12 pm

    Well done – excellent news!
    Bonne année et bonne santé .

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 3:46 pm

      Merci mille fois, Petrina! Mes meilleurs voeux à vous également!

      Reply
  3. Margaret says

    January 14, 2015 at 12:18 pm

    I’m so pleased for your success, though disappointed by the link with Amazon. I’m a member of Amazon Anonymous ( http://www.amazonanonymous.org/about/), because here in the UK, Amazon don’t pay their workers a living wage; they dodge their tax; they take money away from our local shops, especially bookshops.
    This is absolutely not personal – I do wish you well. But I really really dislike Amazon. Sorry.

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 3:49 pm

      Thanks for your good wishes, Margaret, and I hope this isn’t the end of our lovely friendship. I’m troubled to hear these comments about Amazon in the UK. I must admit I don’t pay attention to their retail business affairs. I do know I would not be where I am today as an indie author but for Amazon and the support they offer to writers. I certainly respect your feelings.

      Reply
      • Margaret says

        January 14, 2015 at 5:14 pm

        Thanks for your generous comments . I’ve been feeling bad ever since I let off steam. I can see how Amazon works well for you and your fellow indie authors, and I’m delighted that there are respects in which Amazon is working well. No, please let’s not fall out!

        Reply
        • Patricia Sands says

          January 14, 2015 at 9:55 pm

          Don’t feel badly, Margaret. You have every right to your feelings and it sounds like they are justified. Friendship is much stronger than that … mon amie!

          Reply
  4. Cindy Taylor says

    January 14, 2015 at 12:25 pm

    That is fantastic news!! I can feel your excitement coming through the internet :). Congrats!

    Reply
  5. N.J. Qualls says

    January 14, 2015 at 12:32 pm

    Uber-congratulations! But your books are lovely, charming, entertaining as they are. With this new honor I hope the books will come in hardcover also? I like to get all my favourite books in hardcover. I love you cover art as it is. And…I hope your books will come out in Audible. The narrative produced by Amazon is way below par. The narrater reads in total monotone. I have put in several requests for your books with Audible wwith Katherine Kellgren or Davina Porter reading.
    So happy for you! I think of you every time I drink a glass of rose.
    Now get busy!!☆

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 3:53 pm

      Dear Nancy, what a lovely message. Your kind words are most appreciated. I will make sure that any audiobooks are produced with Audible. I just recorded The Bridge Club audiobook last summer (in Audible) but have not published it yet. I’m thinking of releasing it chapter by chapter … just have to figure it all out. Thanks for making the requests you mention and I will talk with AMZ about those narrators. I wouldn’t consider doing the Provence books myself.
      I will have a glass of rosé myself to celebrate and perhaps one day we will share one together!

      Reply
  6. AMA says

    January 14, 2015 at 12:37 pm

    A thousand Congratulations!

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 3:53 pm

      And a thousand Thank You notes back to you!

      Reply
  7. Darlene Foster says

    January 14, 2015 at 12:40 pm

    Congratulations. All the hard work has paid off. Your books are excellent so I am not surprised.

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 3:54 pm

      Thanks so much, Darlene. Your support has always been most appreciated!

      Reply
  8. Bette Lee Crosby says

    January 14, 2015 at 12:42 pm

    Huge CONGRATULATIONS! This is so well deserved as your books are wonderful!

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 3:56 pm

      Bette, thanks so much. Working so closely with you through the years has been been very inspiring to me. You are a great role model, talented writer and fine friend! I look forward to our “author reunion” at your place later this month!

      Reply
  9. Lame Adventures says

    January 14, 2015 at 12:47 pm

    Congratulations, Patricia! That’s terrific! I hope you’re celebrating with a glass of French champagne!

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 3:57 pm

      V, thanks! I wish all of us who support each other online could somehow be beamed together for a big celebration … with lots of French champagne! I’ll work on that!

      Reply
  10. Pat O'Dea Rosen says

    January 14, 2015 at 1:09 pm

    I’m so happy for you!

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 3:59 pm

      Thanks a million, Pat! Our online writing community has always inspired and motivated me … and will continue to do so. We learn so much from each other!

      Reply
  11. Susie Lindau says

    January 14, 2015 at 1:10 pm

    Wow! Pat! If I could happy dance for you, I would. That is fantastic news!

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 3:59 pm

      Susie, I would love to be doing a happy dance with you! We will have to work toward making that happen one of these days!

      Reply
  12. linda pedersen says

    January 14, 2015 at 1:25 pm

    Congratulations! This could not happen to a nicer and more supportive person!
    Blessings,
    Linda Pedersen,
    Children’s Writer and Illustrator

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 4:00 pm

      Thank you, Linda. I’m looking forward to hearing how your writing projects are progressing!

      Reply
  13. Jacqui says

    January 14, 2015 at 1:47 pm

    Congratulations! But oh, so well deserved. I can’t wait for the new releases.

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 4:02 pm

      Merci, Jacqui! I’m very excited to be working with Amazon and my new editor has already been incredibly enthusiastic.

      Reply
  14. Susie Sivyer says

    January 14, 2015 at 1:48 pm

    Oh my goodness Patricia, how wonderful for you! You certainly deserve to be recognized as your writing makes the reader, like me, just delve into the story line and my personal life is left on the “other side” of the book until I put the book down and pick them up again. Your books make me think outside of the box of spending retirement time not in Mexico, like everybody does when you live on the west coast of Canada, but in the south of France. Cannot tell you how excited I am to meet you and travel to Provence in June 2015!!!

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 4:04 pm

      Susie, it’s readers like you that keep me motivated to continue the stories. Your messages are the best rewards. I’m very excited you are coming to France with us this summer! We have to find a few more people to fill the tour. Talk to all your friends!

      Reply
  15. Debby says

    January 14, 2015 at 1:58 pm

    Wow wow wow! Super congratulations to you! What wonderful news and such a fabulous way to start off a new year! Congratulations!

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 4:07 pm

      Debby, thanks for your enthusiasm! I’m going to be in Paris for a couple of days at the end of April … on my way to a month in Biarritz, before I go to Nice in June. Might you be around for an apéro?

      Reply
      • Debby says

        January 19, 2015 at 1:51 pm

        Sounds great and keep me posted on when you are in Paris and hopefully we can do that apéro!

        Reply
        • Patricia Sands says

          January 19, 2015 at 3:27 pm

          Will do!

          Reply
  16. anne-marie simons says

    January 14, 2015 at 2:04 pm

    Congratulations Patricia!! Your books speak for themselves, but I always said you’re a great marketer! And Amazon knows it too! Well, let them do the work for a change so you can free yourself up for your next trilogy. Best of luck!

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 4:11 pm

      Dear, dear Anne-Marie, thanks for your good wishes. See you this summer!

      Reply
  17. Ruth says

    January 14, 2015 at 2:13 pm

    Is there a projected release date for book 3?

    Reply
  18. Debra Eve says

    January 14, 2015 at 2:40 pm

    As someone who has followed your writing for three years now, I’m especially happy for you, Patricia! Your books are enchanting, you’ve worked hard, and you totally deserve it. Congrats!

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 4:12 pm

      Debra Eve, you are such a great supporter of women who take on new challenges later in life. I’ve found much inspiration from the stories you share! As we know … it’s never too late!

      Reply
  19. Valerie Brooks says

    January 14, 2015 at 2:41 pm

    Super news, Patricia!! So happy for you. You work hard and deserve this success. Great way to start 2015.

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 3:33 pm

      Valerie! Thanks so much for your good wishes! How is your writing going?

      Reply
  20. Sue Malizia says

    January 14, 2015 at 3:33 pm

    Such wonderful news for such a wonderful writer! Looking forward to your future works. 🙂

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 4:14 pm

      Thanks so very much for your support and enthusiasm. That’s my best reward!

      Reply
  21. JB Johnston says

    January 14, 2015 at 3:44 pm

    Oh my goodness!!! Much congrats. You so deserve this. So very proud of you lovely lady. x

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 4:22 pm

      Thanks, Jonty! This has been quite a year for you too! Thank you, also, for all of the support and enthusiasm you have offered through the years! Along with your beautiful reviews and book blog coverage, you know I appreciate the amazing lessons in life I’ve learned from your personal blog. Some day I’m going to give you a great big hug in person!

      Reply
  22. Niamh Clune Plum Tree Books says

    January 14, 2015 at 3:52 pm

    How fabulous, Patricia. I wish you all the good fortune in the world.

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 9:57 pm

      Thank you very much, Niamh, and I wish the same for you. Keep doing your good works!

      Reply
  23. Deanna Lynn Sletten says

    January 14, 2015 at 4:51 pm

    Congratulations Patricia! What a wonderful thing that has happened to you. Your novels had to stand out for them to find you. I, too, am a new author at Lake Union Publishing, so I understand how excited you feel. I look forward to seeing your work among all the other wonderful authors there. 🙂

    Reply
  24. Wandering Carol says

    January 14, 2015 at 6:03 pm

    Fantastic news, Patricia. You may inspire me to get a kindle yet!

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 9:59 pm

      Thanks, Carol … and, yes, get one! Actually all you have to do is download the free Kindle app on your iPad. Easypeasy! Happy trails and let’s try to rendezvous in Toronto in April!

      Reply
  25. Jacqueline Gum (Jacquie) says

    January 14, 2015 at 6:58 pm

    Outstanding! Pleased as punch for you! Onward!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And always upwards too:)

    Reply
  26. Patricia says

    January 14, 2015 at 7:08 pm

    Wow – way to go!! That is exciting.

    Keep up the good work Patricia.

    Patricia Rickrode
    w/a Jansen Schmidt

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 10:03 pm

      Yes, indeed! I am excited! Thanks! I feel it’s great incentive to all of us indies to keep doing what we are doing!

      Reply
  27. Martha says

    January 14, 2015 at 7:49 pm

    Congratulations!!!! I am not surprised at all. It had to happen, and we were all wishing that it would, and pushing hard with our minds. They send strong, positive waves!

    This news makes me want to dance. It’s all I can do, since I can’t travel. I share your joy mille fois!

    Many hugs,
    martha

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 10:08 pm

      Dear Martha, I have no doubt your positive vibes had something to do with this! I hope you are feeling better these days. Thank you for being so incredibly wise and supportive. I always have felt blessed to be connected with you and now I’m dancing with you. Je t’embrasse!

      Reply
      • Martha says

        January 14, 2015 at 10:13 pm

        I am the blessed one, Patricia! Let’s continue dancing to the tune of … Charles Trenet, or … Jacques Brel … or Edith Piaf… or so many others who make our lives fuller while we read your books! <3

        Reply
  28. joy wood says

    January 14, 2015 at 8:57 pm

    PATRICIA, WHAT GREAT NEWS,,,, COULD NOT HAPPEN TO A MORE TALENTED LADY. READING #2 AND LOOK FORWARD TO THE THIRD ONE. PLUS ALL YOUR OTHER FABULOUS BOOKS, STILL TO BE. LOVE YOU, LADY…JOY WOOD

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 14, 2015 at 10:09 pm

      Thank you for your kind words, Joy. Your messages are always inspirational and most appreciated. I’m working away at #3! Much love to you too!

      Reply
  29. Toni Giarnese says

    January 14, 2015 at 9:08 pm

    This is bing-bang-awesome! So happy for you. Thx for taking me along, it’s my vicarious journey and I’m lovin’ it. Congrats, keep us updated! Toni

    Reply
  30. Claudine @ CarryUsOff Books says

    January 14, 2015 at 9:17 pm

    Congratulations, Patricia! This is exciting news. 🙂

    Reply
  31. Jane Risdon says

    January 15, 2015 at 5:46 am

    How wonderful congratulations. Wishing you much success. 🙂

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 16, 2015 at 1:15 am

      Thanks, Jane! The adventure continues!

      Reply
  32. Marina Sofia says

    January 15, 2015 at 7:53 am

    That is such exciting news – well done, Patricia, and well deserved!

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 16, 2015 at 1:17 am

      Very kind of you! It has been even more satisfying since it was completely out of the blue. I didn’t see it coming!

      Reply
  33. evelyneholingue says

    January 15, 2015 at 10:37 pm

    Bravo, Patricia. This is really cool news. 2015 starts on a good foot for you, and I’m happy for you.

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 16, 2015 at 1:18 am

      Merci, Evelyne! Cool, indeed! May 2015 be brilliant for us all!

      Reply
  34. Julia says

    January 16, 2015 at 3:52 pm

    Congratulations! This is such exciting news. Best wishes as you finish your new book, edit your old, and expand your readership. Looking forward to checking out your books.

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 16, 2015 at 11:35 pm

      Thanks so much for your good wishes, Julia. It is exciting … and a little daunting … but I’m looking forward to the challenge.

      Reply
  35. Julie Farrar says

    January 16, 2015 at 11:21 pm

    I’m finally returning after a long absence to writing and reading blogs and this is one of the first things I read. How exciting. So glad for you. Happy writing.

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 16, 2015 at 11:38 pm

      Julie, I was happy to see you were back on your blog. I hope you are doing well and that you will have some time to enjoy your home in France this summer. We have an exchange in Biarritz for the month of May and then will be in Nice for 5 weeks from June 1st. I’m already counting the days! Thank you so much for your thoughtful words. I wish you well with your writing too!

      Reply
  36. Jenny Hansen says

    January 17, 2015 at 7:24 pm

    My eyes just popped out of my head! Wow!!!! I’m so excited for you. This is amazing news, and so well-deserved. 🙂

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 17, 2015 at 10:09 pm

      Jenny, trust me, mine popped out too! Thanks so much for your kind words! I’m very excited about working with Amazon.

      Reply
      • Jenny Hansen says

        January 18, 2015 at 1:38 am

        I can’t wait to hear more about it, Patricia. So happy for you!

        Reply
  37. Phil says

    January 19, 2015 at 12:42 am

    Wow -that is terrific news! You deserve it! Great way to start the year.

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 19, 2015 at 8:50 am

      Hey Phil! Thanks so much! I hope your 2015 is off to a brilliant start too and I’m looking forward to discovering a lot more great spots to visit in NYC. Have you thought about putting all that info into a book?

      Reply
  38. Alison says

    January 19, 2015 at 1:13 am

    Hello! I just stopped by from the facebook group that Christine started, which is where I found your blog. Congratulations on the publishing deal! I look forward to following along on your adventures. 🙂

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 19, 2015 at 8:48 am

      Hello Alison ~ Thanks so much for stopping by to say hello … and for your good wishes. I’m excited about working with Amazon as well as remaining an indie author like Christine and other friends in our “January” group. It’s great fun to meet new people and share our love of books. I’ll look forward to chatting with you here.
      Amitiés!

      Reply
  39. Deborah Lawrenson says

    January 20, 2015 at 1:31 pm

    Felicitations, Patricia! Onwards and upwards, and very well deserved. I will you all success in 2015. (Thank you too for your lovely thoughtful comment on my blog. It is greatly appreciated.)

    Reply
    • Patricia Sands says

      January 24, 2015 at 11:32 am

      Merci mille fois, Deborah. I enjoy following your blog (and reading your novels) and hope that 2015 is a happier year for you and your family. Warm memories rise to the surface and remain there forever.

      Reply
  40. Maria UB says

    January 26, 2015 at 6:00 pm

    I’m so happy for you! Great news! These sound wonderful, & I’ll add them to my list. Best of luck to you!

    Reply

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