tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post3980112672915362966..comments2023-11-18T04:41:02.841-08:00Comments on LauraFrantz.net: the endLaura Frantzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comBlogger53125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-47281490938352802502011-05-03T08:36:17.492-07:002011-05-03T08:36:17.492-07:00LOL, Naomi! I think my writing by hand is the equi...LOL, Naomi! I think my writing by hand is the equiv. of a binky and blanket;) So glad you're a Siri fan! My fav was Love's Pursuit. Have you read her newest? Such a pretty cover. I really liked Harry, too, and wanted to see them go on together...<br /><br />So happy Lael is staying with you. I just had a letter from a reader today saying her favorite line of the entire book is, "Show us your pretty daughter." Mine, too! <br /><br />I hope your fingers are flying these days and your story and story ideas are gelling:) Always an exciting time!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-62426572820652411132011-05-02T17:35:20.413-07:002011-05-02T17:35:20.413-07:00Oh, I know I'm super late reading this post, b...Oh, I know I'm super late reading this post, but I just had to respond. I just finished She Walks in Beauty by Siri Mitchell (first book I've read by her). And I LOVED it. I wanted it to keep going, to see Clara and Harry after they were married and watch them overcome trials together in Europe. But alas, it ended without even an epilogue. So sad there wasn't more.<br /><br />And since we're talking about great books that live on in your heart and should never end, how about The Frontiersman's Daughter? I was so sad to put down Lael's story. I think she haunted my dreams for a couple weeks after I'd finished. <br /><br />And Laura, I can't believe you write by hand! That's insane. I guess it's a generational gap, maybe. I remember having to write by hand and then transfer in high school, but all those college papers quickly cleared me of that habit. Now I get frustrated if I have to write by hand because typing is so much faster.Naomi Rawlingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02431203734855694561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-51815851230982793792011-05-01T16:20:41.927-07:002011-05-01T16:20:41.927-07:00Debra,
There you are;) Truthfully, I haven't s...Debra,<br />There you are;) Truthfully, I haven't seen you on the web much lately but that might be a good thing;) I've been having to limit my time as well. Happy you're here! And happy you're glad I'm scrawling THE END. I'm always amazed when it happens AGAIN. I do think there is a definite correlation between pen in hand and creativity. Clacking on my laptop just isn't the same.<br /><br />I'm with you on the sadness of a series ending. Bittersweet. I hate to leave this characters as they are and am not really looking forward to aging them in the next book in the series and dealing with their children. Quite a precarious balance. And like you said, all those little loose threads that I want to expand on...<br /><br />YES, August 1 is like magic this year with MaryLu and Kaye releasing, too. And I can't forget my dear friend, Sarah Sundin, who has a great WW2 novel, #3 in her series, also releasing that same day. Will have to include her in the fun. That means giving away one of their books each week in August as well as my own:) Can't wait! Bless you for your encouragement!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-35435110380513591112011-05-01T16:12:33.312-07:002011-05-01T16:12:33.312-07:00Julia,
I never mind when you or anyone arrive late...Julia,<br />I never mind when you or anyone arrive late to the party;) After 3 years of blogging, I've finally figured out what works for me and readers, or what seemes to. And that's to post once a week on a Monday and then follow up with a devotional post later in the week. I'm always so thrilled when I see your name pop up, no matter when! I know how busy you are!<br /><br />The last book that I was sad to see end was Mine is the Night. I thing you read this one, too. Up next is Hidden Affections, A Heart Divided, and then Redeeming Love. I haven't read the last one for a number of years so bought a new copy. I always have a lot of research books that I love that are ongoing. I do think I love a good nonfic book as much as fiction. <br /><br />And you will write THE END of your own book because you are plugging away in the moments He provides you. Between homeschooling, during naps, and all those little nooks an crannies of life:) I know because I've been there. Bless you this May day!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-67129644434108016802011-05-01T14:02:55.731-07:002011-05-01T14:02:55.731-07:00August 1? Three of my very very favorite authors w...August 1? Three of my very very favorite authors will have new releases? HURRAY!<br /><br />I think my creativity improves when I am handwriting. In fact I often have to have a pen in hand just to flip the 'on' switch in my brain!<br /><br />I read the Gabaldon series and finishing the last one and knowing there is only one final book left was a bit sad. So many juicy tidbits left dangling as well.<br /><br />Congratulations on 'this' the End, Laura. I hope there are many many more to come!Debra E. Marvinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17853387871623424853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-76623379304473450982011-05-01T10:15:40.309-07:002011-05-01T10:15:40.309-07:00Oh, Laura, I hope you don't mind that I reply ...Oh, Laura, I hope you don't mind that I reply to these so late...but whenever I stop at your site I want to comment even if I've missed the post by a few days :)<br /><br />How exciting about writing "The End." (Sometimes I wonder if I'll ever write that on my book at 1-2000 words a week). I love that bodice. I'm not sure it would be as comfortable as it is pretty, but... love the green and pink :)<br /><br />I think that is neat that you write your books the old-fashioned way. <br /><br />Have you read any fabulous books lately? I can't wait for summer and our Bible study book teas. So nice to have Christian friends online and in person to discuss good books with.Julia M. Reffnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11979214959063965164noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-78512511932987778642011-04-29T08:53:19.133-07:002011-04-29T08:53:19.133-07:00Michelle,
Your reading, as always, sounds so good....Michelle,<br />Your reading, as always, sounds so good. I've not read a Kingsbury book and must be the only one who hasn't!<br /><br />Just finished watching a recap of the royal wedding. I thought of you as I thought you might be watching, too. Kate's gown was very pretty and reminded me of Grace Kelly's dress when she wed the Prince of Monaco. Elegant and understated. I didn't get up at 1am, however! <br /><br />Thanks for the wishes on TBL. I'm into the editing stages now and am loving this pass through as I get deeper into the story.<br /><br />Hope you're settled in and your place feels like home and that KY sun is shining!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-17668114894050056752011-04-28T20:10:32.210-07:002011-04-28T20:10:32.210-07:00Those stays are just beautiful. Earlier this week,...Those stays are just beautiful. Earlier this week, I was watching some videos about the royal wedding, and ran across a video about an exhibit of royal wedding gowns at Kensington Palace. I believe the video was from the Today Show. They showed Queen Victoria's wedding gown, and also Princess Charlotte's, which would have been from the late 1810's. <br /><br />Congrats on finishing the first book of The Ballantyne Legacy. I look forward to reading it. <br /><br />This week I read Leaving by Karen Kingsbury and Save the Date by Jenny B. Jones. I loved both of them, and definitely did not want them to end.Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05847510545827506148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-75707740090309666162011-04-28T17:52:47.881-07:002011-04-28T17:52:47.881-07:00Winter,
I'm still dancing for and with you ove...Winter,<br />I'm still dancing for and with you over that contract! Being a fan of rodeo (I always dreamed of being a barrel racer/buckle bunny), so this is right up my alley, whether fiction or real life;) <br /><br />I knew you'd understand about all that pen and paper. It helps at night to when I don't want to put those characters to bed. I just whip out my legal pad and not my laptop and my family is MUCH happier!<br /><br />I'm so glad you enjoyed EFG. I fell in low with the cover a few months ago and think it's my kind of book. Now I will move it up my stack, thanks to you. Bless you for stopping in! Prayers with you as you edit, dear writer girl;)Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-4958275956547290012011-04-28T16:38:04.449-07:002011-04-28T16:38:04.449-07:00Laura, I know how you feel. There's nothing li...Laura, I know how you feel. There's nothing like holding a pen and scratching out as fast as you can what thoughts are flowing from your head and never worrying about losing it if the power goes out!<br /><br />I've had several books I wish hadn't ended--one of them being my recent review An Eye for Glory by Karl Bacon. (If you haven't read it yet, do so!) I loved that book so much--convinced hubby to take a break in his non-fic teacher reading to read it. Too bad it's the only one right now and haven't heard if there's another to come out.<br /><br />It depends on the book I'm writing whether I love rough draft, or editing. Right now rough draft on my rodeo suspense book, but the editing is about to come!Winter Peckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09106065356231154939noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-31833807995197267362011-04-28T12:06:13.638-07:002011-04-28T12:06:13.638-07:00Oh Sarah! You've made my day!! So happy you en...Oh Sarah! You've made my day!! So happy you enjoyed Morrow's story and even the happily ever after (or almost not so happy given all the danger) once they were wed:) <br /><br />Bless you for such thoughtful comments. I love hearing from my readers and quite a few have also said they appreciated the look at married life in those pages. Bet you can tell I love babies based on those twins:) Never had any but wish I did!<br /><br />Please thank your friend for encouraging you to read the book! I'm doubly blessed by that. And please keep in touch!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-38660541655929026582011-04-28T11:53:08.919-07:002011-04-28T11:53:08.919-07:00There are so many wonderfull books I've read t...There are so many wonderfull books I've read that leave me aching for more, make a second, and a third! <br /><br />I just finished "Courting Morrow Little" a friend kept telling me I had to read it so I did. Oh, it was amazing, I think what I most enjoyed about it was that after they "fell in love" got married, etc. the book didn't end! You get to see more of their life after marriage, meet there cute kids, *spoiler warning* and see Morrow find her brother. So far, most of the christian romances I've read end with a kiss, or they get married and that's it. But this book did not it was so good, right now it's my favorite book. GREAT job Laura, keep up the good work! :)Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01035048848379309832noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-47320576929994789662011-04-27T06:55:34.097-07:002011-04-27T06:55:34.097-07:00Renee, Glad to know I'm not the only pen and p...Renee, Glad to know I'm not the only pen and paper fan;) That's neat you put so much time into your blog posts. It shows! Technology is so distracting and I love turning off my laptop and just having my legal pad on my lap. Nothing better than that! I think I'm far more efficient in the end...<br /><br />Thanks so much for the mention of the great reads here:) Everyone benefits when we talk books. Love Karen's new cover but I'm partial to blacksmiths as I have one coming up:) And it's so interesting that a Vietnam-era novel is making waves, especially with so many younger readers. It's a welcome voice in an almost non-existant genre. <br /><br />Bless you, Renee!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-10971792338978050452011-04-26T21:41:43.385-07:002011-04-26T21:41:43.385-07:00Hi Laura! I gotta say congrats on typing the end a...Hi Laura! I gotta say congrats on typing the end and that I'm so glad I'm not the only one who still does it the old fashioned way LOL! Although I'm not a writer of books most of the blog posts that I have on my blog, I've written down first using plain old pen and paper. It just seems I can think better without the temptation of technology distracting me. <br /><br />As for great books I have to agree with Amber I read Yesterday's Tomorrow and it is Amazing (yes with a capital A)! I didn't want it to end. In my opinion there aren't enough books set during the Vietnam Era so it was a refreshing read. The most recent book that I really loved was Karen Witemeyer's, To Win Her Heart...there are no words! Her books and her heroes are as "sigh-worthy" as yours! ;-) I gotta say I'm really looking forward to meeting your Colonel. I need another hero to make me swoon! Hehehe<br /><br />XOXO~ Renee C.Renee (BlacknGoldGirlsBookSpot)https://www.blogger.com/profile/02701232799625814028noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-43362055624983640632011-04-26T16:04:12.956-07:002011-04-26T16:04:12.956-07:00Thanks, Casey! I'm sure Rosslyn would apprecia...Thanks, Casey! I'm sure Rosslyn would appreciate the thumbs up:) It's in my stack of stuff!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-12033764460048713222011-04-26T14:56:55.364-07:002011-04-26T14:56:55.364-07:00Really? Wow, I feel so influential. *Snicker*
Hav...Really? Wow, I feel so influential. *Snicker*<br /><br />Have you read Rosslyn Elliott's debut, Fairer Than Morning?? GREAT book and one I think would be right up your alley. Very worth checking out. I thought of you as I was reading. :)<br /><br />And thank you!!Caseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00920406327885410557noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-6096443202292821032011-04-26T12:19:16.034-07:002011-04-26T12:19:16.034-07:00Thank you, Mary! Yes, jumps, not stays! Carla caug...Thank you, Mary! Yes, jumps, not stays! Carla caught that, too:) Oh, your menu sounds heavenly. I'm such a pasta fan. You tweak everything so creatively and I chuckled at your twigs and bark comment. There is a way to eat healthfully without depriving yourself as you're proven. Your Easter dinner looked wonderful! Looking forward to the stay post. But then I always come over to visit more often than I should!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-14666803180031251242011-04-26T09:29:04.024-07:002011-04-26T09:29:04.024-07:00Mary, The fabric for your new stays is so lovely -...Mary, The fabric for your new stays is so lovely - and that beautiful color! And I really, really like the ones you have for sale on your site. Good to know the ones pictured here were worn more for leisure as they look like they'd make a different silhouette entirely. I love the embroidery and bows and colors. Somehow I never get tired of finding photos like these. I'm sure you can say the same.<br /><br />You and I are on the same eating regimen. I now know how you stay so tiny! I've become quite fond of brown rice lately and have given up white rice completely. The recipes you post on your blog are feasts! Bless you for stopping here as I hoped you would! Hoping, too, that you and Adam had a restful, productive spring break (though that sounds like an oxymoron)!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-37688786959506461552011-04-26T09:22:44.727-07:002011-04-26T09:22:44.727-07:00Amanda, LOL! So glad you enlarged that messy noteb...Amanda, LOL! So glad you enlarged that messy notebook and peeked. You spied my favorite lines from the whole Ballantyne book ~ "Lord, what shall I do? Let her come to you." There's a whole plot hinging behind those few words. <br /><br />And you're so right about the look in the mirror = the man part;) But no spoilers here though I'm dying to spill more... I'm amazed you could wade through the mess! Notice I write a novel in the margins!<br /><br />TFD really needed a sequel which I wrote but those loose threads will forever remain a mystery. Interestingly enough, Captain Jack wasn't a part of the original manuscript. I added him later after realizing Ian needed a rival, even in the smallest sense. At first I only mentioned CJ and then brought him in with the fort scene and then the waterfall. Am getting weekly reader mail about him still! Many readers preferred him over Ian and I can see why as he was cast in shadows and appealing in a darker sense.<br /><br />SO happy you're counting down till TCL with me. This is a bit of a nervous dance for me as this book is quite different with Colonel McLinn having his own POV. Hoping you find him hero-worthy in his own right. He certainly has me smitten;)<br /><br />Thanks for the encouragement - it means so much!!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-80482716822956614092011-04-26T09:14:04.990-07:002011-04-26T09:14:04.990-07:00Carrie, Thanks for the blessed writing wishes. Som...Carrie, Thanks for the blessed writing wishes. Sometimes I marvel at how the Lord uses fiction to reach readers - and to teach us writers a lesson in the process. Those characters have a lot of power! I'm so curious as to when readers will get their influencer copies, etc. TCL is about to go to print any day. Shiver:)Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-91311291029452446902011-04-26T09:12:26.971-07:002011-04-26T09:12:26.971-07:00Rel,
So true! I mourned right along with you when ...Rel,<br />So true! I mourned right along with you when Ronie's series ended. I could feel your pain! It's so like ending a book and letting characters go as an author. Strange how these paper people wrap us round their imaginary fingers;)<br /><br />I'm fighting my word count now and dreaming of the day I can write as long as I want and have readers say THE END still came too soon!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-46544770619764673452011-04-26T09:10:00.766-07:002011-04-26T09:10:00.766-07:00Renee Ann,
Amazon is such a blessing, that's f...Renee Ann,<br />Amazon is such a blessing, that's for sure. And Kindle make it even easier. It's a wonderful thing to discover a new author and then find a feast of their other titles waiting for you:) I don't know what life was like before Amazon!<br /><br />Some books go through many changes prior to hitting shelves and some authors expect 20 page revisions letters to make their book better. Depends so much on the house and editorial team. Some houses are into comfortable, easy reads and tailor all their books to be just that, allowing no messy issues, etc. Others allow some edgy material while some shun the same. Now that I've been in this for 3 years, I have a better feel as to which books pubs put out and are looking for. But it's an ongoing learning process...<br /><br />Hope your writing is going very well and you enjoyed that spring break!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-83921722831881813962011-04-26T09:04:50.231-07:002011-04-26T09:04:50.231-07:00Stacie,
You always make me chuckle. I need you on ...Stacie,<br />You always make me chuckle. I need you on my marketing team;) Love the lace table, etc. Sounds like one of your cards you made for me! I would love to do a video if I could do it well. Same with a book trailer. If it's well done it's so worth the time. I've thought of donning my 18th-c. garb and going to the George Washington Inn here and doing something like that. The "Ask the Author" idea is fun and creative - I've thought of doing that in a post here. I'm sure you would think up some stellar questions!<br /><br />Am so glad Morrow had that effect on you. About Jessamyn, he really does have a story behind that story. I've had quite a few readers ask for a sequel which wouldn't be hard to do. I'v even thought of spinning a story off Rosebud and little Jess. But I'm sure every writer can say the same and write about certain characters endlessly.<br /><br />Hoping you have a great day there - and a good book!Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-66372085270870827392011-04-26T07:34:31.173-07:002011-04-26T07:34:31.173-07:00Adrienne,
You've mentioned reading your book a...Adrienne,<br />You've mentioned reading your book aloud to the computer - bet that's coming down the pike:) There is a program (more than one) that allows your computer to read your book back to you. Some author friends of mine do that while editing as it helps catch mistakes. I haven't tried that because I'm not an auditory person. I have to see it on the page. Same with books on tape/audio. I can't concentrate and my mind wanders terribly but I know some people love them.<br /><br />Like you, I feel fried when I'm on my computer too long. Notebooks don't have that effect on me. Plus I can take pen and paper many places my laptop can't go. So thankful for old habits. I'd much rather give up my latptop than my legal pad:)Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2607797015497924515.post-83877011096371798642011-04-26T07:30:46.102-07:002011-04-26T07:30:46.102-07:00Carla, You're right to call them jumps based o...Carla, You're right to call them jumps based on the design. Have you seen Mary's new stays she's having made? So lovely! Makes me wish I was a reenactor:) I can't decide which of her gowns I like better...<br /><br />YES, editing is so tedious and is such WORK. First drafts truly are the essence of the story. Well said. You're about to start the editorial rounds but you may not have any revisions to speak of. I didn't on my first 2 books but did on TLC. Each house is different and some books, as my agent says, have colic. They really are like babies;)Laura Frantzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07067252948999879024noreply@blogger.com