Before I get lost in the reason for this post, let me just start by saying that I'm not quite done getting repaired or making repairs or drinking my wine to forget that the repairing indeed EXISTS. But because many of you have inquired as to the status of my well being, allow me to formally announce that, YES, I am okay. And by okay, I mean that I'm still not making my bed regularly, but at least I get out of it. I didn't kill anyone. And, by the grace of The Flying Spaghetti Monster, nobody killed me, either!
I've been working very hard to fix all the things that are broken, including but not limited to my second novel. Things are in a state of FLUX, and I am still not sure I have the requisite time or energy needed to manage this blog. The problem is that I'm chock full of MATERIAL!! It's bleeding from my every pore and begging to be smeared across a blog page. I know my publisher would appreciate a shout-out as well. So this is me acquiescing to the MATERIAL. The loud, marvelous, scary, against-all-odds MATERIAL.
Rosetta Stones. Remember that old thing?
Let me refresh your memory.
You can go to Amazon.com and pre-order this almost mythological novel that I toiled over for a decade of my life
For reals. Evidently, I'm not schizophrenic. I didn't just IMAGINE that I wrote a freaking novel. But be forewarned: It will tell you that the estimated date of arrival is September. I don't believe this to be true. It's in the hands of a distributor RIGHT NOW and word on the street is that you'll get it by May, worst case scenario.
I've got three copies that I'd be willing to part with for the first three bloggers who can promise to read it, blog about it, and tell me where this book mostly takes place.
HINT: Go to Amazon.com. You might find a PRODUCT DESCRIPTION.
OH! And for anyone who's curious about what it says on the fuzzy picture of the back cover or for those who need a really good reason for investing in an unknown author's precious inanimate child, here is backup:
"A beautifully written and wonderfully imagined contemporary coming-of-age story." ~ Tony Hillerman"Beautifully written; this book deserves a prominent place in Raza literature. It's one of the best books I've read, offering insightful gems to our unique beauty." ~ Jimmy Santiago Baca
"Rosetta Stones is a thrilling and magical roller-coaster ride set in the hauntingly beautiful New Mexico landscape. Dix artfully weaves together a fast-paced plot, spit-fire dialog, and a dynamic cast of characters whose search for truth in the midst of loss, family secrets, and a hot psychopathic killer will keep readers on the edge of their seats. I had a hard time putting this book down. Teens of all backgrounds will enjoy this tantalizing mystery." ~ Malin Alegria, Author of Sofie Mendoza's Guide to Getting Lost in Mexico (Simon & Schuster, 2007)
"Rosetta Stones is a fine first novel, skillfully constructed with pitch-perfect dialogue. The story is intricately woven and fast-paced with carefully drawn characters who experience a staggering series of life-changing incidents and revelations. It's a haunting novel you will not soon forget." ~ Bob Cherry, Moving Serafina
So if you want that free copy to blog about then tell me where you think it mostly takes place in an email sent to catherinedix at catherinedix dot com. I will announce the three winners when you beautiful bloggers send me that email.
OH! And email me if you'd like your copy signed. I'd be more than happy to snail mail you a signed bookplate if you give up your address.
Jennifer!!! Beautiful, wonderful artistic Jennifer. Thank you for the fabulous cover, love. And thank you, Central Avenue Press, for your constant faith in Rosetta Stones.
