Comments on: the book(s)

By: in the hush of the moon

in the hush of the moon — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 03:46:32 +0000

i am excited for you, emily, and i understand. i have a book published, and have another one with three major publishers. it’s a difficult but rewarding journey. bless you.
in the hush of the moon´s last blog ..wild strawberry picnic

By: Katie

Katie — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 18:43:34 +0000

I totally get this – “Both are about living life from a place of freedom and rest rather than from behind that worn-out paper face we have convinced ourselves is really us.” – and love how you’ve put it in to words.

A week shy of my 28th birthday I fell (from a standing position) off a chair and broke my pelvis in three spots. I felt like an 82 year old trapped in a 28 year olds body, with the sleeping patterns of a 2 year old. Never before have I experienced “rest” like I have these past 8 weeks of my life. Never before have I been so humbled. I’ve been given the gift of seeing me as God does. And going from 100 mph to 0 has changed my perspective on life. And even though I haven’t physically rejoined the rat race, I know it will be different. This has changed me and I am so excited to live in a place of freedom and rest, rather than the woman I thought I had to be.

Thanks for putting in to words, what I could not describe.

God’s riches as you continue your journey – being used by our amazing God.

By: Logan

Logan — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 19:21:53 +0000

I’m so glad I decided to check in today (even if I am late for your announcement). Congratulations to you, Emily! I have enjoyed following you and your sister on your blogs and was inspired by the two of you to attend the Women’s Conference at Southpointe Church last summer. (I introduced myself to you after you guys did your part of the program) That has nothing to do with anything right now except that I am delighted to be acquainted with both of you and enjoy any success you guys experience!
I’m the mother of teenager (turning 19 tomorrow….YIKES) and will look forward to your book with interest.

By: Faith Barsita Bonnie

Faith Barsita Bonnie — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 10:23:02 +0000

Congratulations, Emily! What great news!

“I hear vague Jesus-whispers in the background: Live the truth you say you believe. My girl heart freaks out and wants to hide.”

Your book writing journey is an inspiration to me! … and I loved the part about rest and worn-out paper faces. LOL. It’s too true, not to be funny and alluring.

Your book’s destined to jump out out of the bookshelves, into hearts.;)

By: Eva Gallagher

Eva Gallagher — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:37:30 +0000

“Both are about living life from a place of freedom”…is a thought I have been mulling over for several months. God sets us free from sin and I believe He also sets us free to fully be the person He created. I grapple to hold onto that freedom everyday, but I see others living it and know it is possible, so I have hope of capturing that elusive privilege. I am interested to read what God has and will inspire you to say in your books. Thanks for not giving into fear!

By: Wendy

Wendy — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 03:41:40 +0000

Wow!! How amazing and exciting!
God called you to this place, and He will see you through. I’m awed and inspired.

By: Andrea

Andrea — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 03:08:24 +0000

So wonderful! Congratulations. I would LOVE to hear more about your journey to a book proposal.

By: Dawn @ My Home Sweet Home

Dawn @ My Home Sweet Home — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 01:33:31 +0000

Did this evolve from your publisher meeting at She Speaks? Congratulations!

By: Katie

Katie — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 22:55:23 +0000

Wow! CONGRATULATIONS! Totally not surprised…I love the way you write!

By: Jen R

Jen R — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 15:55:12 +0000

Congrats to you!!!!! You are going to be able to do it! I am a closet/struggling writer myself who has been afraid to take that proposal step…. Just remember, you already write almost every day! You already are a writer! Eye on the prize and can’t wait to read it!!!