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Danielle Boonstra
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- Ancaster, Ontario
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E.C. Diskin replied to the discussion 'Promoting First Novel While Working on the Second' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
"That's good advice. I have to remember that. These kids are growing up so fast and though I'm allegedly an "at home" mom, I'm getting the sense that my son doesn't see it that way these days b/c I'm always working.…"
Fiona McGier replied to the discussion 'Promoting First Novel While Working on the Second' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
"Hi to Danielle and all others. I've been published for 4 years, through 3 different indie publishers, and my 13th book just came out. When I started, I was hoping I would be able to quit one of my part-time jobs and focus on my…"
E.C. Diskin replied to the discussion 'Promoting First Novel While Working on the Second' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
"I can totally relate to this post. My book was just launched a few weeks back and the advice I hear over and over for first time authors is to keep writing, but at the same time--like you said--it's up to us to make something happen with sales…"
Danielle Boonstra replied to the discussion 'Promoting First Novel While Working on the Second' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
"Writing is where I feel at peace too, Mary. Writing my first novel, Without Fear of Falling, was just such a different experience and I think I'm missing the quiet focus of it. I have heard the same thing about having more books helps sale for…"
Sydney Matheson Avey replied to the discussion 'Promoting First Novel While Working on the Second' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
"Hi Danielle,
My first novel The Sheep Walker will be released December 3. I also am dividing my time between working my way through a list of marketing activities my publisher gave me and making progress on my second novel. I have no experience…"
Mary Rowen replied to the discussion 'Promoting First Novel While Working on the Second' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
"Hi Danielle,
I can totally relate. My first novel (Living by Ear) came out in February, and for a while, everything was amazing. I don't know what sales should be, but I know I don't like what they're doing now. I also have a second…"
Danielle Boonstra shared Meg Waite Clayton's blog post on Facebook
Danielle Boonstra liked Meg Waite Clayton's blog post [1st Books] Sarah Jio: Career Life Balance … and Silencing the Naysayers
Danielle Boonstra added a discussion to the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
Promoting First Novel While Working on the Second
Hi All!I am sure this is common. I'm feeling spread too thin. My first novel was released in April. Pre-sales were great, but now it's lagging. I'm feeling torn between committing time to promote the first one and writing the second one (I'm 60,000 words into my first draft). I've had one book launch and will have a second one in a few weeks. I've had a few interviews and am in the middle of a Goodreads Giveaway.Maybe I just need to let go a bit? As a new author, I have no idea what sales…See More
Danielle Boonstra replied to the discussion 'Release Day! Reach: a Twin-Bred novel is out in ebook and paperback' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
"Congrats! I will be checking this out :)"
Danielle Boonstra posted a blog post
Life in the Light
Sometimes I miss my old life. I was breathless, unaware and new. I was forever looking forward, hopeful. I believed in the power of romantic love…that two people can do anything if they commit to love one another forever.I don’t live there anymore. But sometimes, I miss it.My teens and twenties were filled up with fantasies that someone (my boyfriend) would complete me. He’d adore me, lavish me with gifts, we’d get married, have babies, I’d be thinner and life would be better. Life would always…See More
Danielle Boonstra commented on the group 'Spiritual and Inspirational Writing'
"Gently At My Feet
http://danielleboonstra.com/2013/05/17/gently-at-my-feet/"
Danielle Boonstra shared Meghan Ward's blog post on Twitter
Danielle Boonstra replied to the discussion 'Toot Your Horn: Share Your Published Work Here' in the group Paranormal and Supernatural Writers
"Hi Chris :)
It's available on Amazon and B&N. Here it is on AMAZON.
I've actually experienced a few of my own past lives through regression. Much of it made sense.
Danielle"
Danielle Boonstra replied to the discussion 'Toot Your Horn: Share Your Published Work Here' in the group Paranormal and Supernatural Writers
"Chrys, I think it takes a certain kind of bravery to write a memoir. Kudos.
I love short stories! And this one sounds fascinating...angels are such a universal symbol of love aren't they? I will check Fallen out. xo"
Profile Information
- Who I am:
- I am mother of 2, a writer, an intuitive and co-founder of MiracleShare.org.
My website is http://danielleboonstra.com
- Books I've written, anthologies I've contributed to, and any scripts or plays I've authored:
- Without Fear of Falling http://www.amazon.com/Without-Fear-Falling-A-Novel/dp/1780997884/re...
- My writing is:
- Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry, Blog Posts
- Outlets where I review books, TV, or film:
- http://danielleboonstra.com, http://herfuture.com
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Life in the Light
Posted on June 4, 2013 at 10:06am 0 Comments 0 Likes
Sometimes I miss my old life. I was breathless, unaware and new. I was forever looking forward, hopeful. I believed in the power of romantic love…that two people can do anything if they commit to love one another forever.
I don’t live there anymore. But sometimes, I miss it.
My teens and twenties were filled up with fantasies that someone (my boyfriend) would complete me. He’d adore me, lavish me with gifts, we’d get married, have babies, I’d be thinner and life would be…
Continue Softening the Blow
Posted on April 19, 2013 at 9:03am 0 Comments 0 Likes
Heaven knows I have done it. Since a young age I have used food as a weapon. I have hurt myself on purpose with it.
For years it was a matter of handling my feelings (mostly guilt) by eating and then purging. It was a behaviour I could throw myself into, get lost in and block out everything else. It was a kind of mania. I was most certainly insane. And I was violent, if only towards myself.
And then later came a very restrictive food plan. To a person with a healthy…
Continue Love You
Posted on February 22, 2013 at 11:43am 0 Comments 0 Likes
If I could tell him one thing, it would be this: be who you are, now. I can tell him, but not without that lingering notion that I don’t really mean it. I can tell him, but not yet without the tears in my eyes.
If I could say one last thing, it would be this: love you who are, now…right now. I can tell him, but he’s not ready. I can say the words, but he thinks me biased, blinded by preciousness.
I tell you this: I have seen unconditional love. I have held it tightly only…
Continue Today I Am Unafraid
Posted on February 13, 2013 at 10:30am 0 Comments 1 Like
I’m writing a novel. It’s a lovely, thrilling and really f**king scary experience. Why is it scary? Oh, well because I am totally afraid that it will SUCK. Huge.
I have been writing on a regular basis for two years. I’ve been blogging, writing poetry and working on a memoir in that time. And then, all of a sudden my friendMeredith mentions this insane thing called National Novel Writing Month. It’s…
ContinueComment Wall (11 comments)
- At 12:21pm on February 4, 2013,
Irene Miscione said… I saw the video on YouTube regarding Without Fear of Falling and it was captivating. I'm looking forward to reading it.
- At 4:19pm on May 24, 2012,
Stephanie Renée dos Santos said…
Danielle,
Hi, I just read your post about querying agents. One thing I noticed is you refer to your book as a "women's fiction novel" fiction and novel mean the the same thing, best to use one or the other. Good luck with everything!
Regards,
Stephanie
- At 9:52am on April 2, 2012,
Kelley Harrell said… Hi there! I've missed crossing paths with you! I've been sucked into edits on new releases and a book re-release for the summer. All good things, but holy cats, I've been busy! I hope all is well with you! When I see you about I always smile =)
- At 6:35pm on December 26, 2011,
Meg Waite Clayton said… >The Language of Light is a GORGEOUS title.
Thank you! I would love to take full credit, but it's actually borrowed from a photograph title. There's an essay on photography at the back of the paperback that talks a little about it.
- At 6:49am on December 14, 2011, Meg Waite Clayton said…
Danielle, Delighted to have you in the novelist group! You might introduce yourself by telling us what you’re working on in the “Show Me Your Novel and I’ll Show You Mine” discussion if you're not too uncomfortable talking about what you're working on. We save the wall for discussion, so please refrain from linking to blog posts there, but do add them in the “Links to Helpful Blog Posts for Writers” discussion thread. And we do a live chat every Wednesday at 1EST; instructions on how to participate are in the "Our Water Cooler Wednesdays" box near the top of the group page. Hope you can join us for that.
Meg Waite Clayton
Novelist Group Moderator
Bestselling Author of The Four Ms. Bradwells, The Wednesday Sisters, and The Language of Light, a finalist for Barbara Kingsolver's Bellwether Prize
- At 8:01pm on September 22, 2011,
Kate O'Mara said… Hi Danielle
Thank you for your interest in contributing to my project http://SolidHappiness.com . I haven't figured out how to go about adding a section for articles or links from others to the site. I'm debating forum or basic posting. But thank you. And I will be in touch when I finally decide which way to go with it.
Like your site! Thanks for the link.
Kate
- At 7:32am on July 28, 2011, Kelley Harrell said…
- Thanks for friending, Danielle! It's great to meet you!
- At 8:46pm on June 28, 2011,
dianejwright said… - Danielle, welcome to Writers in Canada. We're happy to have you with us! Do drop in to our Introductions thread and share a bit about yourself and your work. Care to share where you're from and where you are now with the group? What brings you to us? Links to your work and other well-meant self-promotion efforts are always encouraged as are friends. Were you invited by a current member of our group?
/djw
Host: Screenwriters and Story Editors & Writers in Canada
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- At 6:26am on June 27, 2011,
Julie Jeffs said… - Danielle,
Welcome to the Bloggers Let’s Make it Work group! So glad you are here. Please visit the discussion New Members Visit Here First, tell us about your blog so we can list it on the members blog index.
I hope you will find, as I did, a great sense of community, loads of information and resources, and an incredible amount of talent.
Jump in on ongoing discussions or start one if there is an issue you would like to discuss.
Let me know if you have any questions. Look forward to reading your posts.
Warm regards,
Julie Jeffs
Beginning a Life at 50
- At 5:13pm on June 25, 2011,
Jill Starishevsky said…
Hi Danielle,
Welcome to She Writes. Feel free to reach out if you need anything.
Jill Starishevsky
Author, My Body Belongs to Me
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