Besides my blog posts, I’m a published writer as I speak. Now, what else could that mean since everybody and their mama can publish a book nowadays?
Well, first off, I’m somebody’s mama so I can’t tell you about nobody else’s. What I can tell you is why I wrote this book of flash fiction. It’s chockful of very short stories that kinda bite the shit outta you, hence the title. There are tales that make you say, “Well, I damn!”, while others make you feel just downright sad.
You see, I don’t write about folk who have it all. I’m attracted to folk who have little or nothing or all, whether that’s materially speaking or intellectually. You can very well say I’m an advovate for the underdogs of the world. These folk are often on the fringes of society and skirting the edges of insanity or mixed in mayhem in some form or another. They are lonely, desperate, loving, dangerous and don’t always make the best choices. They are folk you know and some you wished you had no memory of. Yet, as in life, you hope and want the best?for them ’cause you’re good-hearted that way, despite their fool-heartedness. All in all, they are everyday folk, with their own peculiarities.
The other sweet deal of this book is that some of these stories have images to tell you about the story you will read. Sorta like a grown folk picture book.?Can you imagine the image created for stories like Jived by Juicy or Rent Money? Well, the only way to know that is to buy the book and see.
Now, I’m shy about promoting myself like most artistic?types?but how the hell else can I sell the book if I don’t market it? So folks, because it takes me a minute to compose contest ideas, I may come up with one that I’ll advertise here at some point. In the meantime, an invite to post or interview on your blog may be cool.?I promise I’ll behave myself.?Maybe I could do a give-away of some of the art in the book. Yeah, I could do that, I suppose.
In another meantime, you can purchase Sock It to Me, Baby for $1.99 at Amazon.com. To date, the jury is still out on whether this will evolve into a hard copy. I may wait until my second book is published so I can have two books on the shelf instead of one. Just looks better, know what I mean?
So, what’s ahead for Totsy? Shit, I’ve gotta get back to writing is what. I’m working on my novel and the critiques are going very well, I should add. And who knows, I may give Beatrice a shot at starring in her own series. Otherwise, I shall continue painting, writing on this here blog and and hope to keep making you smile.
Thank you, good folks. Enjoy the rest of your day.
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Congratulations! And, yeah, even though everybody and their brother writes books, when you’re published for the first time, ah, man, there’s no better feeling than that! Could I bribe you into sending me a copy, hmm?
Lordy mercy, KDaddy. It’s just $1.99. You can find that in your car ash tray.
Thank you.
No I can’t – I don’t own a car…
You know what I’m saying.
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So, what’s ahead for Totsy a.k.a. Tosh Fomby? Shit. She said it her self!! Stop by the totsymae.com blog for a look at Ms. Fomby’s latest flash book.
Thank you so much.
Congratulations Tosh! I know I haven’t been around because I’ve been trying to get my own book done, but I just bought your book on Amazon. If it’s your words, your take on life, which I always enjoy when I get a chance, I can’t wait to read. Not to mention your artwork! Love the cover illustration too.
Thanks, Lisa.
I look forward to your eloquent words to read real soon. Didn’t think I had it in me to format the book but it went better than I thought.
Fabulous! Spread the word
I am so excited for you!
Loved the drawings, Tots! No spoilers from me, but the book is fab!!
Thanks, Red. So much goes into birthing a book, doesn’t it?
Tell me. I released four already this year. Plus, eight from other authors. I completely get it. xxx You did a great job!
Thanks. My next publication will be a longer work. Looking at June for the next.
Four this year?? How in the world you manage that?
Loved the book and the paintings! Congrats.
Thanks, Valentine. Seeing more of your creative writing on your blog now. Look forward to reading your book.
How cool…Looks like that boy gonna slap someone’s bootie.
Yep, that’s exactly his plan.
Congrats!
Thank you much
Congratulations Totsy! Stand proud girl!
Thank you, Lisa. See, I don’t just watch Reality TV after all.
I just got it on my Kindle! Congratulations, Totsy!!!
Thank you, Linda. Finally finished.
Congratulations on the publication of “Sock it to Me, Baby” I’m so excited for you. That’s pretty awesome! I will make sure I pick up a copy of your book in short order. Be Well!
Thanks, Somer.
Just bought it, Tots!
Thanks, Jodi
Congratulations, Totsy! Wonderful news. Love the title, too.
Thanks, Monica.
Have not been getting your post notifications.
Not sure why not but my sister said the same thing. So many changes go on here that interrupt the flow.
I just got my copy on Kindle and shared on FB and twitter. I’ll do an interview of you on my blog. I don’t re-blog so this will be a way to share you with my readers. I’ll get with you at the end of the week.
Thank you. Looking forward to the interview.
I’ve been busy lately let me catch my breath.
I well understand. Take your time.
Congratulations, tots! Big achievement.
Thanks a bunch.
congrats/ félicitations, Totsy!!!
Pronounce that.
And thank you.
fé (like café) – lee- see – tah – see- on (French “on”, nasal sound).
http://www.forvo.com/word/f%C3%A9licitation/
Bought it! I’m looking forward to reading it. I’d buy one of your original pieces of art; please sell some!
Thanks, Kerstin. You can visit my website at http://www.toshfomby.com.
Woohoo! Congratulations and job well done. I know it’s going to be good … cuz you wouldn’t shit us about that … and I’m off to download right now! Zoooom!