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August 31, 2011 by totsymae1011

Well, not really. But I’m gonna do my extra best to wrap up Once Upon a Bootleg Man by Friday. It’s time I stopped thinking and thinking about it and be about it. If you haven’t read any of the mini chapters here, you may do that by pressing the link to follow along to see how the story is concluded in this episodic tale of relationship drama (smile).

I really hate it when people do this to me but I’m gonna do it ’cause I’m feeling playful. You won’t believe what I got in my email today from such and such a place to do such and such…Listen to you thinking all dirty but it’s nothing like that, folks. Y’all so crazy. I can’t tell you about it now ’cause I’m deliberating even though I’m feeling anxious but as we speak, I’m breathing in and out and saying a little prayer for how everything pans out.

Now, I’ve got myself involved in Third Writers’ Platform-Building Campaign and if I’m not mistaken, it runs through October 31. For any bloggers wanting to join and get a little notoriety, you’re encouraged to participate. You’ll also get a chance to meet like-minded folk, and that’s always fun, interesting or tiresome, depending on how you feel about yourself and which sides you’re liking or disliking on a given day. I’m just so so today but it could be worse. As it is, I’m looking for better.

Also, I had an opportunity to assist in the design of a literary publication by lending my artwork to the cover. Thematic Magazine, as you can see, is the name of it and will go on sale tomorrow. Be encouraged to make your purchase and read. That way, you may even want to submit your writing for the next issue and get yourself published or read of course, if that’s something you so enjoy doing.

Not much to speak on today. Well, drop me a line and let me know how you’re fairing in the elements, who pissed you off today, that fine pair of buns that walked past you that made you forget you had a husband or wife at the house and all that good stuff. Come on folks, tell me something good (a devilish grin lighting up my face).

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Posted in Hot Off the Press, Totsy's Sweets | Tagged art and design, bootleg man, cover art, gossip, magazine cover, reading, thematic magazine, writers platform building campaign | 32 Comments

32 Responses

on August 31, 2011 at 4:55 pm | Reply jamilajamison

Ooooh, good luck with the mystery email! And I’ll have to catch up with your mini-series; looking forward to reading it. Also, glad to see that you’re taking part in the Platform-Building Campaign. I’ve added myself to a few groups, and I’m excited to get started.

Not much going on in my parts. The sun is shining (this in and of itself is a miracle), and in a bit I’ll have to go off and see which of my ‘going-out’ dresses fits. I’ll be headed out to gay bars tonight to celebrate my best friend’s birthday, which means no getting hit on by creepy dudes (thank god).

Happy Wednesday!
- on August 31, 2011 at 8:56 pm | Reply totsymae1011
  
  Thank you.
  
  Enjoy the party. I’m sure you’ll step out lookin’ cute whatever you
  wear. The mother in me says be safe.
on August 31, 2011 at 5:01 pm | Reply Michael Ann

Your artwork is so amazing, so happy for you! Will catch up on your book….
- on August 31, 2011 at 8:57 pm | Reply totsymae1011
  
  Thanks, Michael Ann. Hope you enjoy the reading.
on August 31, 2011 at 5:22 pm | Reply My Inner Chick

–Congatulations,Tots!!!! What an honor. I must look right now. xx
- on August 31, 2011 at 8:58 pm | Reply totsymae1011
  
  Thank you. Hope you like.
on August 31, 2011 at 8:06 pm | Reply Lorna's Voice

You SO deserve the recognition. Kudos to you!
- on August 31, 2011 at 8:58 pm | Reply totsymae1011
  
  Thank you, Lorna.
on August 31, 2011 at 8:36 pm | Reply Phil

Congratulations on the cover art! You rock.

C’mon now, when are you gonna tell us about that e-mail. You’re such a tease!
- on August 31, 2011 at 8:59 pm | Reply totsymae1011
  
  Thanks, Phil.
  In due time, Mr. Phil. In due time…:-)
on August 31, 2011 at 10:58 pm | Reply InsideJourneys

Nothing devilish or salacious here, just feeling thrilled for you. Wow, such wonderful news. Of course, I’m gonna miss Bootleg Man but I understand. Fabulous news on your cover art. I’ll check it out. I hope this doesn’t mean you’re not going to be writing here??
- on September 1, 2011 at 6:20 am | Reply totsymae1011
  
  Thank you.
  
  Yeah, gotta lay Bootleg Man to rest some kinda way.
  I’ll continue to write but other content. I think what I replace
  the stories that I’ve been writing on here will be just as
  entertaining. I hope.
  
  Thanks again (in viewing your other comment).
on August 31, 2011 at 10:59 pm | Reply InsideJourneys

And I forgot to say congratulations!
on September 1, 2011 at 8:10 am | Reply Jennifer Pickrell

I’m in your NA/Crossover group and just stopping by to say hello!
on September 1, 2011 at 9:05 am | Reply ADL

Okay, I’ve been thinking of writing a new short story inspired by an episode seen on the TV series “Haunting.” So I’m dreaming this morning of my story, of the main character and a predicament he’s in, I see the whole scene and understand the plot, and YAY, I’ve got the bones of the story courtesy of dreamland. I love when that happens. Anybody else experience similar synchronicities?
- on September 1, 2011 at 12:06 pm | Reply totsymae1011
  
  I’ve never seen “Haunting.” But. My dreams don’t usually
  mean much of anything. Plus, most of them, I can only
  recall a few days later.
on September 1, 2011 at 9:44 am | Reply Catherine Stine

Nice cover art! Hi, Totsy, and thanks for the admonition not to be out on that hurricane porch. I feel cared for–hahahhaha….
- on September 1, 2011 at 12:08 pm | Reply totsymae1011
  
  Thank you, Catherine.
  
  Oh yeah, you needed that. I know it might
  be irresistible to connect with nature that
  way but well, don’t let me have to tell you
  again…LoL! Glad you’re safe.
on September 1, 2011 at 11:24 am | Reply Linda Medrano

You write like a dream and the art is fantastic! Now I can stay around for the coffee and check you out!
- on September 1, 2011 at 12:10 pm | Reply totsymae1011
  
  Thank you, Linda. Hope Hubby has a safe trip. I’m
  still chuckling over the photo on your blog. And hey,
  thanks for checking me out.
on September 1, 2011 at 12:24 pm | Reply Shary Hover

I’m so excited to see your art on the cover of a literary journal. You are fabulous!
- on September 1, 2011 at 3:18 pm | Reply totsymae1011
  
  Thank you, Shary. (gosh, I’m feeling kinda goofy now).
on September 1, 2011 at 12:28 pm | Reply activeamateurchef

Once again I liked your artwork you sure are talented! And being on a cover of a literary journal is a nice addition to your artist credentials!! Good for you congratulations!
- on September 1, 2011 at 3:19 pm | Reply totsymae1011
  
  Thanks, Colleen. Very kind of you to say.
on September 1, 2011 at 12:41 pm | Reply @kankan929 on twitter

Uh..no girlfriend, you just not be jealous of me [writing/ producer music comment on my blog] I AM THE ONE JEALOUS OF YOU. You’re an illustrator. I WISH! We have to DEFINITELY CONNECT, I also do graphic design & was trying to team up with an illustrator. If you think you MAY be interested hit me up on twitter @kankan929
- on September 1, 2011 at 3:21 pm | Reply totsymae1011
  
  Yep, we’re connected now. So glad I joined the Writers’ Campaign
  to connect with you.
on September 1, 2011 at 5:18 pm | Reply Rebecca Enzor

Fellow NA Campaigner here Welcome to the Campaign! I love the cover art on that magazine – I’ll definitely have to check it out
- on September 2, 2011 at 12:33 pm | Reply totsymae1011
  
  Thank you, Rebecca. I’ve been trying to get to your site from here but
  will have to find you from the Rachel’s list. Yes, do check out the
  magazine. Glad you like the cover.
on September 2, 2011 at 12:50 am | Reply kimberly montgomery

Hi from a fellow blogger/campaigner. I’m enjoying your blog. Your artwork is beautiful.
- on September 2, 2011 at 12:34 pm | Reply totsymae1011
  
  Thank you, Kimberly. ‘Til we meet again.
on September 2, 2011 at 6:14 am | Reply Tilly Bud

Congrats on your work being used
- on September 2, 2011 at 12:35 pm | Reply totsymae1011
  
  Thanks, Tilly. And thank you for the frequent visits
  and commenting.