[x]

deviantART

 

Money Makes the World Go Round

Mon Oct 15, 2007, 6:08 PM
  • Mood: Optimism
I'm feeling so depressed this morning.
I have to go to a job I hate.
My book isn't selling.
I don't know what I want to do with my life but I have to work.

I'm going to see a life coach on Friday evening which should help a bit. It's a group session (the only one I could afford), so I will have to work hard not to dominate it (I have so many questions and I'm so sad).

I went to see a psychic 3 months ago and she said that she picked up on my deep sadness (even though i was smiling and outwardly happy when I met her). She said that the tide was turning. I don't feel like it is. i feel like I am caught in an endless whirlpool going round and round and struggling not to go under.

I don't know what to do.

'How to create a Super Hero' illustrated by Lily Machin :iconpickledpixie: and cover art by Katerina Koukiotis :iconkartk:

Published by Lulu, I gave the final approval today and I can now share with you the cover art



and a sample illustration



The book is now available at Lulu for just $17.50US
[link]

You can read the first chapter as a preview at this link
[link]

It would make a wonderful Christmas gift, and you would be supporting my writing career (ultimately allowing me to continue to provide free stock here at Deviant Art).

I look forward to hearing your feedback about the book.
Thanks
Jenni Mills AKA Astral Dreamer

Devious Comments

love 0 0 joy 0 0 wow 0 0 mad 0 0 sad 0 0 fear 0 0 neutral 0 0

Hang in there... All things take time - unfortunately some things take more time than others - which is absolutely no help at this point, I know...

With regards to the book/s - perhaps try doing a news article or something here on dA. Perhaps that'll drum up some more interest & hopefully some sales... I'm not sure how school libraries work (or how they go about purchasing new books), but it might be worth approaching some primary schools & seeing if they'd be interested in buying a copy for their shelves. (Especially if you put emphasis on the fact that the book has good lessons for young kids in it - taking responsibility for things, being yourself, facing fears & love/strength in the family unit). School fetes might be an avenue too... Either that or perhaps some independant book stores... The only thing is that you'd really need to have the books on hand...

Sorry to hear that the job hasn't worked out the way you'd hoped... Having been stuck in a job that I hated for a good 7 years, I know the feeling of not wanting to go back. I guess at this point some money coming in is better than nothing, but what is the cost for that income...

Keep going with your writing. It may seem like an un-ending uphill struggle, but keep trying to approach publishers... There must be someone out there who will/can see the beauty of your words & give you a chance...

Hrm.. I'm not sure that I'm really being helpful here, but know that I understand where you're at... Life isn't easy & it's a shame that money pretty much controls what we can & can't do these days.

I hope your session with the life coach goes well & that you come away with some useful tips/idea & perhaps new focus. Considering how much they charge, they should provide a wealth of information for you.

You're in my thoughts Jen... I hope things start to look up for you soon. If you ever need to chat, you know where to find me :hug:

--
I'm a member of these groups:
~fairiescommunity ~FaeryCircle
*magicalartists

:bulletred: Eternal Life is only a click away :pointr: [link]
Are you game? :evillaugh:
It's an aweful feeling, especially when it seems like it will never go away. I'm not sure I can say anything to make you feel better, but I really do hope that 'the tide will turn' for you:hug:

--
От улыбки, станет мир светлей.
----------

my art account [link]
you already did help me feel a bit better. I did feel like it was never going to go away, but of course it always does.

--
Please read the rules for using my stock
[link]
My books
[link]
[link] [link]
Just to know you are thinking of me helps.

I will order some copies to sell. It's just a matter of getting a bit of money together first.

I'm looking forward to that life coach seesion.

--
Please read the rules for using my stock
[link]
My books
[link]
[link] [link]
:hug: I am sorry that life is being such a pain in the posterior at the moment. It always seems to do that when we least need it to be. I hope that everyone's good thoughts and wishes here will help to boost your spirits. The tide always turns, you just have to be patient and be ready for it. Usually when it does it is in a rush and a flood so I hope that is soon for you. I actually have your book on my wishlist for Christmas with my hubby so there is one sale for you most likely on the first of Nov when he starts shopping. :hug:

--
The only way creativity is wasted is if it is not used. There are no rights or wrongs. There are no imperfections, no limits, no rules. One must simply use the talents one has to the utmost to be a success.
I hear ya sweetie... I HATE my job and wish my art sold better...

:hug: :glomp: :cuddle: :blowkiss: :smooch: :love: :heart:

--
*HUGS AND LOVE*
Dawn
~*~*~*~
*TheKnotters ~fairiescommunity ~FairyDustClub ~FaeryCircle ~The-Fairy *The-Fantasy-Club ~UnrealFiends *magicalartists
~*~*~*~
check out ~flowerchildphotos and ~flowerchildstock!!
i can understand what you are going through. i have never read your stories. i think i will take a look.

:hug: have a hug to cheer you up. :hug:

--
We Must unite!!! come freaks of nature... join me!!!!!!
account users ~ZellyKat ~kng-bowser ~schizophrenicphoenix *ssst ~ladyizzy ~AngelxRose17 ~TheChallengeClub
thanks very much, all hugs are greatly appreciated.

--
Please read the rules for using my stock
[link]
My books
[link]
[link] [link]
It doesn't seem fair does it? Will you look for another job? I'm looking but I really don't want to make a move until after Christmas for various reasons.

--
Please read the rules for using my stock
[link]
My books
[link]
[link] [link]

Journal History

Site Map