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2019 North San Diego Latino Book & Family Festival, Author & Musician Dan McNay, Blogger Larry “Dutch” Woller On the Path Least Traveled, Gloria’s Café / West Los Angeles, Iranian Canadian Author Laleh Chini, Raw Silk Suture by Lisa Alvarado
Since entering the world of book publishing, marketing and sales, I’m now engaged in a daily battle of juggling priorities. My focus has become so scattered that I’ve fallen behind with my writing projects. Hopefully, I’ll come up soon with a new working schedule that would provide some balance and reduce my stress.
It’s not all bad, though. At our writers’ critique group meeting on September 4th, I presented a copy of my novel to the owner of Gloria’s Café. For the past five years, our group has been meeting once monthly at Gloria’s where we enjoy their Mexican and Salvadoran cuisine.
Rosaliene presenting copy of novel to Gloria, owner of Gloria’s Café
West Los Angeles – Southern California – September 4, 2019
My thanks go out to blogger, Larry “Dutch” Woller On The Path Least Traveled, for purchasing my novel.
Blogger Larry “Dutch” Woller
Photo Credit: On The Path Least Traveled Blog
More thanks go to the Iranian Canadian, award-winning author, Laleh Chini, for her five-star rating and review of my novel. Here’s her praise for Under the Tamarind Tree: A Novel on Amazon:
5.0 out of 5 stars What a great read.
October 1, 2019
Format: Kindle Edition
What a great read dear Rosaline, well, of course, I wasn’t surprised after being your blog’s fan. You deserve the five stars indeed.
Lalehchini.com
The eBook version of my novel, Under the Tamarind Tree, is now available at the following distribution outlets:
I’m awaiting news from my publisher about the resolution of an issue preventing distribution to Apple’s iBookstore.
Photo Credit: Latino Book & Family Festivals
The month of September ended on a high note. At the invitation of our writers’ critique group leader, Dan McNay, author of four novels, I attended my first book fair as a debut author. The 2019 North San Diego Latino Book & Family Festival took place at the MiraCosta College Oceanside on Saturday, September 28th. As an accomplished folk singer and songwriter, Dan was invited to open the day’s festival with his upbeat music.
Considering that none of our books for sale shared the Latino experience, I decided to give away four poetry collections by Latino poets that I have featured on my Poetry Corner—Lisa Alvarado, José Olivarez, Jeannine M Pitas, and Javier Zamora.
A young woman was the first person to stop by at our table. She told me that she was just browsing. While chatting with her, I learned that she enjoyed writing poetry. I gave her Alvarado’s poetry collection, Raw Silk Suture, together with my promotional postcard for Under the Tamarind Tree. The next morning, I was surprised to find the following e-mail in my mailbox.
On Saturday, September 28, 2019, 9:35:04 PM PDT, Name of Sender <email address> wrote:
Good evening, Rosaliene.
I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for talking with me at the book festival today. I read the copy of Raw Silk Suture gave me. I found myself quite emotional as I read, as I was able to relate to some of the poems. I look forward to reading Under the Tamarind Tree, in the coming weeks. I hope you enjoyed your time at the festival. Thank you so very much for everything!
-N. H.
The power of poetry! What joy!
The man who bought my novel—the only sale for the day—chose Olivarez’s collection, Citizen Illegal, as my bonus offer. I gave the two remaining collections to the authors, occupying the adjacent tables.
I may have sold only one book, but I had an enjoyable time connecting with authors and readers in the Latino community. A big thank you to my dear writing friend, Dan McNay, for making this day possible!
jerriesguyana said:
I’m so happy for you.
Here’s to continued guidance.
One love,
Jerry
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Rosaliene Bacchus said:
Thanks for your support, Jerry, and for sharing my joy 🙂
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kamtanblog said:
Rosie
Fight on regardless.
Is Apple “dilly dallying” over publication
of your book ? Am interested in what is
reason/reasons for delay in it not
being available on line.?
Will order my copy via amazon uk
on line now.
Thanks information !
Ps try FB for promoting!
Kamtan
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Rosaliene Bacchus said:
Kamtan, the problem is not just with my book, but also for all Lulu books published in August.
Thanks for your support. Hope you enjoy the read while on the move.
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drgeraldstein said:
Sounds like your life is full, Rosaliene. Continued success with your novel.
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Rosaliene Bacchus said:
It sure is full, Dr. Stein! My easygoing days are over. Thanks for the good wishes 🙂
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derrickjknight said:
I wish you a speedy solution to the distribution issue
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Rosaliene Bacchus said:
As I mentioned to Kamtan, the issue affects all books Lulu published in August. I’m sure that they’re working at resolving this issue as soon as possible. I’m not overly concerned as eBook readers have other options.
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guyaneseonline said:
Reblogged this on Guyanese Online.
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Rosaliene Bacchus said:
Thanks for sharing, Cyril. Have a great week 🙂
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Sha'Tara said:
Hi Rosaliene… as you know I boycott amazon with a passion but I was happy to see that “Under the Tamarind Tree” was available at Lulu Press with which I deal and subscribe to. So this morning I was able to purchase and download a copy of “Tamarind”. Looking forward to reading it.
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Rosaliene Bacchus said:
I know, Sha’Tara. So do I. As I mentioned in an earlier post, I had no option to exclude them as they are an integral part of the global book distribution network. Such is their power and global reach.
Thanks for the support. Hope you enjoy the read 🙂
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Sha'Tara said:
I finished reading “Under the Tamarind Tree” last night, or should I say early this morning. I was halfway through when I began reading last night and past midnight there were still a hundred pages to go so I shut down and got ready for bed but I couldn’t let go of the story, got up, booted up and read until I got to the end. Must have been a bout 2:00 AM.
What a story! So well told. One doesn’t need to be back-grounded in Guyana history to read your novel, the history tells itself throughout. The characters are believable and constant. What a movie your story would make.
Your novel is a “can’t put it down” writing. I’ve read thousands of novels over the years as time constraints forced me to learn speed reading and I can tell you that “Under the Tamarind Tree” ranks up there with the best of them if not actually at the very top. I’m amazed, honestly. I know I shouldn’t be but this took me like a whirlwind. Only one thing disappointed me: it ended way too soon.
Thank you for opening a window of life on another part of the planet I know so little about.
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kamtanblog said:
One word describes the authoress
“Visionary”
Write on !
Hee haw ! Go Rosie go !
Kamtan
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Rosaliene Bacchus said:
Sha’Tara, you’ve left me speechless with your comments about my novel. What an endorsement! What validation after years of failing to get the attention of the guardians of the book publishing industry! I send you my heartfelt thanks and appreciation.
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Sha'Tara said:
All day yesterday while working on a floral garden I kept replaying some of the scenes of the book in my head. I wanted to see that police superintendent get his just deserves, not just Mildred – and she got away easy. I wanted to see justice at least attempted on the partial genocide. But that is not how the real world works, is it. It works just the way you portrayed it for Guyana, 1950-1970. The question that haunts me today is the same as some of your protagonists have: how can people do the things they did, especially to children and girls? Why do we so easily fall into this madness again and again and nothing is ever resolved? Why can’t all see who the real “enemy” is?
Stunning how the very last line sums it up perfectly for Richard: hope, love, fulfillment. Life begins again.
All I want is more, Rosaliene!
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Royden V. Chan said:
Hi Rosaliene,
Congratulations on your published novel: Under the Tamarind Tree.
I just downloaded it from Amazon to my Kindle device.
I am looking forward to reading it.
Royden V. Chan
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Rosaliene Bacchus said:
Thanks for your support, Royden. Hope you enjoy the read 🙂
By the way, have you ever published your short stories or poetry?
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EvelynKrieger said:
Congratulations, Rosaliene on this milestone. You’re experiencing a common dilemma of newly published authors: balancing necessary marketing with writing time. Taking time to connect with your readers is gratifying and pays off in many wonderful ways. I try to allot a certain time during the week to connect with other readers and writers. I haven’t done any school visits in a while but that may change with my new project. I’m also trying to attend more book and writing conferences. Looking forward to reading your work. (And thank you for following my blog, by the way.)
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Rosaliene Bacchus said:
Thanks, Evelyn. It’s great to have you drop by and to follow my blog 🙂
It’s good to know that this is a common dilemma and not a failure on my part. I’ll continue working to find the right balance for me.
See you on the blogosphere!
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Henry Lewis said:
It’sounds as if if a whole new world is opening up for you. I’m sure you will settle into a rhythm soon that allows you to meet all the new challenges. Wishing you all the BEST!
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Rosaliene Bacchus said:
Thanks for the best wishes, Henry 🙂 It’s a whole new world, indeed!
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cath said:
Lovely, congratulations.
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Rosaliene Bacchus said:
Thanks, Cath 🙂
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stuartbramhall said:
Wow, sounds like it’s all go, Rosaliene. Great photo of you, by the way.
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Rosaliene Bacchus said:
Thanks very much, Dr. Bramhall 🙂
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Laleh Chini said:
My absolute pleasure dear.❤️
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JoAnna said:
Book marketing is a lot of work. I just ordered my copy of yours! 🙂
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Rosaliene Bacchus said:
JoAnna, I knew that it would be a lot of work but never imagined just how much!
I appreciate your support. Hope you enjoy the read 🙂
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JoAnna said:
🙂
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ospreyshire said:
Congrats on everything with your book. You just got yourself a follower here.
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Rosaliene Bacchus said:
Thanks, Ospreyshire. I also appreciate that you’re now following my blog 🙂
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ospreyshire said:
Sure thing!
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da-AL said:
Many congrats & wishes for best success, dear. It is truly difficult to write as well as do all the other things that need to be done!
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Rosaliene Bacchus said:
Thanks for dropping by da-Al 🙂 Yes, I have a lot of catching up to do!
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usfman said:
Have you thought about reading at the Miami Book Fair this fall in this truly multicultural environment?. I suppose you have heard of it’s great prestige, correct?
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Rosaliene Bacchus said:
That would be a wonderful opportunity, James. Sadly, financial constraints limit my chances for attending book fairs with high rates for their booths, as well as added costs for travel and accommodation. I face that challenge right here in Los Angeles with the Times Los Angeles Festival of Books.
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klmalcolm2014 said:
I am going to buy a copy now! Congratulations. !
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Sha'Tara said:
You won’t regret it. One of the very best novels I’ve ever read, and I read a lot. I learned more about the real Guyana from Rosaliene’s book than I could have ever learned in any history class. She makes her world real and alive, poignant and dramatic… without ever going overboard. A real tour de force, in my opinion.
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Rosaliene Bacchus said:
Sha’Tara, I appreciate your continued support ❤
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Sha'Tara said:
Oh, you’re welcome Rosaliene. More than well deserved. (You can freely post my favourable comments wherever your novel is being offered for sale – no need to ask.)
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Rosaliene Bacchus said:
Thanks, Sha’Tara 🙂 I’ve added a page, “Praise for Under the Tamarind Tree: A Novel,” on my writer’s website. I have two more reviews to add, received today from Robert and Katharine. You can check out the page at http://www.rosalienebacchus.com/writer/Praise_for_UndertheTamarindTree_ANovel.html
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Rosaliene Bacchus said:
Thanks for your support, Kim! Enjoy 🙂
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