An Announcement!

by Tsh on April 28, 2009

in inspiration


Photo by Demi-Brooke

If I post on a Tuesday, it’s usually to pose a question for you all to answer in the comments. Today, however, I wanted to share a brief bit of news.

I have recently begun writing a book, due in bookstores fall 2010! I’ve had the privilege of working with an editor the past few months, and I am so excited to see this book published onto paper and bound for your shelves.

There are so many up-in-the-air factors right now, including the book’s title. But it is about simple living (naturally), and the goal is an encouraging, practical tome that’s part inspiration, part handbook for creating a simple yet realistic home for your family.

I’ll be plugging away at the manuscript for the next few months, and will share morsels I glean during my research. There’s a chance I could use your help as I gather information, opinions, and even photos. So stay tuned.

Thank you, Simple Mom readers, for making this a stomping ground of so many great folks like you. I love this community, and I’m so appreciative that you’ve given me a place to craft my writing, a love of mine since childhood. It’s been a lifelong dream of mine to have a book published. The blog gets most of the credit for incepting its reality.

You’ll find this book at all major bookstores in fall 2010. Amazing how long the book making process takes, eh? In the meantime, you can find updates on the book’s progress here at Simple Mom.

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1 Lee April 28, 2009 at 2:23 am

What wonderful news, congratulations and I can’t wait to get a copy!

Lee´s last blog post…Tears in my eyes

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2 Kira April 28, 2009 at 2:40 am

Sounds like you need to work on simplifying the book industry! LOL!
Best of luck with your book! I can’t wait to read it.

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3 Tsh April 28, 2009 at 2:52 am

Very true, Kira. Funny! :)

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4 Lisa @ WellGrounded Life April 28, 2009 at 2:50 am

Congratulations Tsh! What fantastic news! Looking forward to reading it someday!

Lisa @ WellGrounded Life´s last blog post…5 Major Pitfalls of Dieting

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5 Laura April 28, 2009 at 2:51 am

Congratulations! I’ve been reading your blog for a while and I love it. It’s a treasure of information and good ideas. All the best for your new book.

Laura´s last blog post…Experiments with silk paper

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6 Tsh April 28, 2009 at 2:53 am

Thanks, all!

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7 Renee April 28, 2009 at 3:04 am

Congrats! I love your site (although I’m not a mom, married, or have kids haha). All the best and can’t wait!
Renee

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8 Sherri (Serene Journey) April 28, 2009 at 3:11 am

Congratulations Tsh that’s fantastic!! I can’t wait to walk into the book store and see it on the shelves! It’s no small task writing a book for publication so you should be very proud! Well done. Simplicity rules! :)

Sherri (Serene Journey)´s last blog post…Life Sucks And Then You Choose

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9 Brianna @ Heart(h) Management April 28, 2009 at 3:13 am

Wow, Tsh! That is just fantastic! I bet you’re flying high! I can’t wait to put it on my bookshelf. Very cool.

Brianna @ Heart(h) Management´s last blog post…My Sweet Marmie

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10 The Secret Life of Kat April 28, 2009 at 3:21 am

Congratulations! I can’t wait to read it!

The Secret Life of Kat´s last blog post…Let’s Go to India!!

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11 oh amanda April 28, 2009 at 3:23 am

Congratulations! How exciting!!

oh amanda´s last blog post…Dear Asa,

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12 On the Eastern Journey April 28, 2009 at 3:31 am

Congrats! This is so exciting!

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13 Julie April 28, 2009 at 3:32 am

Very exciting news, indeed! Hope the process goes well…you’ll have to write about how to keep family in balance while writing. I hear it’s a challenge, but one you’re up to!

Julie´s last blog post…What’s Going On?

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14 Shilo April 28, 2009 at 3:35 am

Congratulations, Tsh! It’s great to know all your hard work is being rewarded! Blessings!

Shilo´s last blog post…Florida, Precious Q’s and Unforgettable Mommy Moments

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15 stephanie April 28, 2009 at 3:41 am

Congratulations!

stephanie´s last blog post…Savvy by Ingrid Law

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16 Jenn @ Beautiful Calling April 28, 2009 at 3:41 am

Oh, you must be so excited (and maybe a tad overwhelmed?) LOL. Hurray for you. I’m a relatively new reader but love your blog so far. Looking forward to spring cleaning!!

Jenn @ Beautiful Calling´s last blog post…

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17 Tsh April 28, 2009 at 3:59 am

Yep. Absolutely overwhelmed. :)

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18 Sarah Mae April 28, 2009 at 3:56 am

Congrats! That is AWESOME!!! :)

Sarah Mae´s last blog post…Motivate Me Monday! A Miracle – My Mom Is Here (In More Ways Than One!)

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19 Amanda @ Mommy's Idea Book April 28, 2009 at 4:20 am

Congratulations! I can’t wait to get a copy and check it out.

Amanda @ Mommy’s Idea Book´s last blog post…Tips for Family Vacation Planning, Part 1: Deciding Where to Go

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20 Jen@OurDailyBigTop April 28, 2009 at 4:31 am

Congratulations! I can’t wait to see your book in the store. How exciting!

Jen@OurDailyBigTop´s last blog post…where a kid can be a kid

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21 Sara*MamaGoesGreen* April 28, 2009 at 4:39 am

What an amazing time in your life! I hope you savor every busy moment! Congrats Tsh!

Sara*MamaGoesGreen*´s last blog post…National Healthy Schools Day

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22 Aimee April 28, 2009 at 4:43 am

Bravo, Tsh! As excited as you are to have a book published, we’re just as excited to have some of your wisdom and experience in our hands in book form. I couldn’t think of a better person to have this project on their plate and I wish you clarity of thought and speed of typing over the next few months.
Congratulations.

Aimee´s last blog post…Reminiscing over Italy and the sandwich that came of it.

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23 Beth @ Red and Honey April 28, 2009 at 4:58 am

Hey Tsh! This is awesome news. I will definitely be getting myself a copy, and probably a few more to give as gifts. This is my favorite blog, so I’m sure I will love your book. Thanks for using your God-given gift in such an inspiring way!

Beth @ Red and Honey´s last blog post…Stuff Christians Like

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24 Amy April 28, 2009 at 4:59 am

Way to go, Tsh! You are an inspiration to many bloggers seeking book deals right now! I hope things come together quickly and beautifully for you. Think of Inidana when doing your book tour :)

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25 Nicki at Domestic Cents April 28, 2009 at 5:03 am

Tsh, I’m so very happy for you!

Nicki at Domestic Cents´s last blog post…Quick Tip: Sliced Pepperoni

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26 jodi April 28, 2009 at 5:03 am

How exciting! I know you guys are more than thrilled…and so are all of us! Can’t wait to read the finished product! I’ll be praying for you through this lengthy process! Congrats!!

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27 moosh in indy. April 28, 2009 at 5:04 am

Congratulations, so fantastic! Best wishes for no writer’s block. For reals.

moosh in indy.´s last blog post…*ahem* it’s my birthday.

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28 TidyMom April 28, 2009 at 5:05 am

What exciting news!! Congrats!

~TidyMom

TidyMom´s last blog post…Tasty Lasagna and Strawberry Season

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29 Liz@HoosierHomemade April 28, 2009 at 5:08 am

How exciting! Congrats!
~Liz

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30 Dominique April 28, 2009 at 5:13 am

Congrads ! :)
can wait to see your book when it is finally out

Dominique´s last blog post…It’s not my fault! – The Blame Game

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31 HobbyMommy April 28, 2009 at 5:27 am

Congratulations! Can’t wait to read!! Thanks for your inspiration!

HobbyMommy´s last blog post…Tea for two…

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32 Sara April 28, 2009 at 5:33 am

Yay…can’t wait to buy a copy!

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33 Jen@Balancing Beauty and Bedlam April 28, 2009 at 5:35 am

Families will be blessed to have a one stop manual for all your wisdom. A book takes a HUGE amount of time, so we can’t wait to see tidbits of your work as it unfolds. :)

Jen@Balancing Beauty and Bedlam´s last blog post…Freezer Meals…Mexican style for Tasty Tuesday

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34 jewelstruck April 28, 2009 at 5:39 am
35 LobotoME April 28, 2009 at 5:41 am

Congratulations!!!

jenny :)

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36 Val April 28, 2009 at 5:51 am

Rock on! how cool is that, a book to be published!!! I am very excited for you!

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37 Collette April 28, 2009 at 6:33 am

Congratulations! I just recently found your site and have LOVED it! So many helpful, usable ideas. Thank you.

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38 Stephanie April 28, 2009 at 6:52 am

I rarely comment, but I am an avid blog reader – I got so excited by your announcement! I will definitely be buying a copy!!

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39 punkinmama April 28, 2009 at 6:54 am

Congrats!

I can’t even imagine what all goes into writing and publishing a book. Wishing you all the best!

punkinmama´s last blog post…success!

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40 Megan@SortaCrunchy April 28, 2009 at 7:00 am

I am absolutely so, so thrilled for you! HOORAY!!!! And so many congrats.

Megan@SortaCrunchy´s last blog post…Turnoff Week: How It Went

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41 Angie @ The Creative Mama April 28, 2009 at 7:49 am

Congrats! :) I’ll be excited to get my hands on a copy!

Angie @ The Creative Mama´s last blog post…Fridge Fun Cups.

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42 Amy @ Living Locurto April 28, 2009 at 8:03 am

Congratulations!! Exciting news:-)

Amy @ Living Locurto´s last blog post…Printable Mother’s Day Card

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43 Amy @ Milk Breath & Margaritas April 28, 2009 at 8:13 am

Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!

Amy @ Milk Breath & Margaritas´s last blog post…Today Everything Changed

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44 melissa @ the inspired room April 28, 2009 at 8:20 am

Congratulations, I cannot wait to have my own Simplemom Book! :-) Well deserved honor, I am so proud of you!!!

blessings,
melissa

melissa @ the inspired room´s last blog post…My Kitchen: The Top 10 Things I Learned While Remodeling on a Budget

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45 Ellen April 28, 2009 at 8:55 am

Congratulations! And please let us know the name of your book when you pick one so I can run out and buy them for every mom I know!

Ellen´s last blog post…Drive Thru Serice Now Avaliable

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46 Kristen April 28, 2009 at 9:31 am

Fantastic! Congrats! What an exciting time for you. It is awesome to hear about everyday people making their dreams come true. You’re blog is a breathe of fresh air and I look forward to reading your book :)

Kristen´s last blog post…basil-blackberry crumble

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47 Jesica April 28, 2009 at 10:06 am

How exciting for you! I just found out that you are my sweet friend Carly from Montana’s sister-in-law. This only doubles my joy for you accomplishing one of your dreams!

Jesica´s last blog post…For You Christian Blog Readers

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48 Frugal Dad April 28, 2009 at 10:13 am

Piling on the congratulations here! Look forward to hearing more about the book-writing journey, and ultimately seeing the finished product in stores.

Frugal Dad´s last blog post…Why Are Wife’s Medical Bills On My Credit Report?

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49 Jana Wilcox April 28, 2009 at 11:21 am

Yay for you! I LOVE your website and one of the only ones I read. I’m making an effort to simplify my life thus no blog reading for me unless it’s inspiring and great information. I refer to your site OFTEN – thanks, good luck and keep up the good work. I’ll be buying your book when it comes out!! :)

Cheers, Jana

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50 Leigh April 28, 2009 at 12:10 pm

FABULOUS! Congratulations, Tsh! I can’t wait to hear more about your book!

Leigh´s last blog post…Good Friday/Easter Food Craft

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51 Mary April 28, 2009 at 12:18 pm

Congratulations on your continued success!

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52 Laura Leigh April 28, 2009 at 1:08 pm

Congrats, Tsh! Can’t wait to get a copy!

Laura Leigh´s last blog post…Hey, Batt-ah, Batt-ah!

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53 Rana April 28, 2009 at 1:45 pm

Congrats Tsh! That’s and awsome dream to strive for and to see it come to fruition is amazing. I can’t wait to buy my copy.

Rana´s last blog post…Whose Idea Was It To Get A Dog?

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54 Tiff @ The Faery Inn April 28, 2009 at 2:40 pm

Congratulations! How utterly exciting! *high-fiving you*

Tiff @ The Faery Inn´s last blog post…The Newest Bible Translation

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55 Yolanda April 28, 2009 at 2:41 pm

It was only a matter of time. Soon you’ll be some regular guest on Oprah and have a column in Real Simple. Best of luck as you work through the manuscript.

Yolanda´s last blog post…Den Mate

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56 ruth ann April 28, 2009 at 2:58 pm

An exciting announcement, indeed! I’ve really enjoyed your Spring Cleaning for Normal People and the posts that we find here at simplemom.net. I’ll be looking for ward to your book!

Blessings to you and your family!

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57 Maya April 28, 2009 at 3:31 pm

Tsh!
This is super awesome!! Congratulations!!
I really wonder how you manage to do ALL this.
I look forward to the book :)

Maya´s last blog post…Looking for a Book Designer!!

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58 Annie April 28, 2009 at 4:29 pm

YAY! Congrats – can’t wait to read it!

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59 genevieve April 28, 2009 at 5:26 pm

congrats and best of luck with the book! i’m sure it will be a huge success!

genevieve´s last blog post…videos!

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60 Nicole aka Gidget April 28, 2009 at 6:30 pm

Wow, Tsh, that’s fabulous. I can’t wait to read it.

Nicole aka Gidget´s last blog post…A hint of summer – Lemon Sorbet

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61 emily@ChattingAtTheSky April 28, 2009 at 7:18 pm

I always knew you would write a book. Congratulations! I can’t wait to buy it!

emily@ChattingAtTheSky´s last blog post…Tuesdays Unwrapped

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62 Prerna April 28, 2009 at 7:58 pm

Hi..
thats wonderful news and even though I am far away in India, I do hope that I can get my hands on it as soon as it hits the stores.. Congratulations and all the very best!!!

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63 Desiree Fawn April 28, 2009 at 8:11 pm

This is so exciting!
I can’t wait to hear all about your progress!

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64 Angie @ Many Little Blessings April 28, 2009 at 8:46 pm

Wow! How fabulously exciting! That is one book that I know I will be buying!

Angie @ Many Little Blessings´s last blog post…A Yummy Treat with a Ruined Cake

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65 Suzy :) April 29, 2009 at 12:25 am

Wow, Tsh, that’s exciting! Congratulations to you!

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66 Heidi @ Mt Hope April 29, 2009 at 8:21 am

Wahooooo! What an exciting adventure, Tsh! I’m proud of you for following your dream.

Heidi @ Mt Hope´s last blog post…Book-a-holic

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67 Tara Burner April 29, 2009 at 11:54 am

Congrats!!
Lookin forward to details :)

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68 Goddess Leonie | GoddessGuidebook.com April 29, 2009 at 7:55 pm

Oh how completely wonderful!
You must be sooo over the moon… I’m so looking forward to reading your book :)

Goddess Leonie | GoddessGuidebook.com´s last blog post…Mini update: free Rainbow Zen Habits wallpaper

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69 Stacey Brooks April 30, 2009 at 7:00 pm

Well deserved!

Now I have another reason to look forward to the Fall 2010.

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70 Maricar May 5, 2009 at 11:02 am

Congratulations! I’m looking forward to reading it!

Maricar´s last blog post…Non-Fiction Query Updates

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71 Rocks In My Dryer May 16, 2009 at 7:34 pm

Congratulations! That’s so exciting. Can’t wait to see it.

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72 Rana May 16, 2010 at 6:25 pm

Congrats! I’m very excited for you. I can’t wait to get my hands on a copy.
Rana´s last blog ..Does your routine fly out the window… My ComLuv Profile

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73 susie May 19, 2010 at 6:50 am

Just read your post on choices and wanted to comment on the choice of land line or cell. Most communities have land lines connected to the 911 service. This means anyone can call 911 and if there is a hang up, they will come. This is useful if you have a babysitter or relative that does not speak english. If your five year old finds that you have passed out or fallen down the stairs. If your five year old gets locked in the house . . . . You can just order the most basic service with no bells or whistles and you have this security built in.

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