Editor’s response to the Wisdom of a Broken Heart
What is the kind of response a writer dreams about after submitting a revised manuscript, post-editorial feedback round one? It would contain even more helpful suggestions and end like this:
“But these are fairly minor things that you can easily fix, Susan. Really, you’ve done a terrific job. This is going to help SO MANY readers. Bravo!”
27 words that suddenly make the crazy-making effort to write a book completely worthwhile.
Plus I’ll get a check.
What more can I ask?! I’m just so happy. Thank you, Editor Leslie at Simon & Schuster, thank you and I’m so in love with you right now.
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Congratulations, Susan! That’s got to feel great. Enjoy your reward-for-hard-work high!
Many thanks, Helga!
Hurray, Susan!–can’t wait to read it.
Way to go Susan! Looks like you’ve got some real momentum behind this book. I’m very happy for you.
Congratulations! What a great post. I cannot wait to read the book.
Funny thing is, I was searching online and found this blog. I loved your style, words and subject matter. Your personality came across very quickly and the calming presence was a nice feeling you gave out!! I happened to be interested n Buddhism. (Just bought 2 new books today to learn.) Happen to have broken up recently with someone too… and your blog post was about this book and also Buddhism and a broken heart.
Good timing, right? I guess it is not luck, just like your approval on the book. 
Congratulations for all you did and all you are to make this book a success! I’m happy to find your blog and will be back frequently.
Many thanks!!!
Candi
Thank you Candi, and maybe our paths will cross in Boston!!