A home for the holidays?

This could be it. Broadleaf Books is interested in my book. Even the marketing staff likes it.

Christmas is upon us. Meanwhile, the West Coast publisher extended their offer past the holidays. Let's see how this shakes out.

Got some interest - and a contract if I want it

 A nibble and a bite...

The bite is from a West Coast publisher. They have a few different "brands" under the same roof, including a brand that publishes a lot of doctoral dissertations. The e-mail said, "Congratulations, we are delighted to offer you a contract to publish your book!" Fabulous! What an affirmation!

But check the fine print. The publisher expects the author to "participate financially." That is, I'd have to cough up some bucks for the publishing process. And I'd have to submit the manuscript for their copyeditor (wait, didn't Corey do that?). There might be some "additional costs, as needed." Hmm... I think I'll hold off before I sign anything.

The nibble is from Broadleaf. The acquisition editor is REALLY interested. He's certain that other publishers will snatch this up (don't tell him otherwise). He responds to my e-mail immediately. And he wants a phone conference as soon as possible. "How about tomorrow?" Sure!