Tuesday, May 22, 2012

…BIG NEWS: part 1...


Here's the first of three in my "big news" installments this week. 

I AM WRITING A BOOK!  
Just signed, sealed and delivered my contract to write a book for Interweave Press!  A dream come true?  Absolutely.  It's such an honor to be chosen in the mixed media category.  My book is themed on my favorite topic and passion………….can you guess???………..Artful Lettering….of course!!………i just can't wait.

Even though i am writing the manuscript right now, it's a very long process.  My book will be released in early 2014.  I'll be sure to keep you posted along the way.

Thank you for sharing this artful journey with me.  
So very blessed.

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86 comments:

  1. Pam CarrikerMay 22, 2012 at 3:46 PM

    So Awesome!!!!! Congratulations on a well deserved milestone! xoxo

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    1. Catherine LangsdorfMay 23, 2012 at 11:02 AM

      Absolutely agree! The book should fly off the shelves!
      Catherine @ longvillagelettering.blogspot.com

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  2. Dawn D. SokolMay 22, 2012 at 3:51 PM

    Congrats, Joanne!

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  3. MicheleMay 22, 2012 at 3:53 PM

    Congratulations!!! You DESERVE it!

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  4. Linda KittmerMay 22, 2012 at 3:58 PM

    What absolutely wonderful news! Congratulations Joanne. I'm so happy for you!

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  5. Gayle BodineMay 22, 2012 at 4:08 PM

    Fantastic! Can I pre-order right now? Smile.

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  6. RobynnMay 22, 2012 at 4:12 PM

    I am soo excited for you Joanne!!! It will be loaded with tons and tons of goodies for us I am sure of that. Can't wait!!! <3

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  7. Pamela JaneMay 22, 2012 at 4:14 PM

    Wonderful news, well deserved! Just think of all the fun artful lettering to fill your days for the foreseeable future! :)

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  8. bluegiraffe (Sherry)May 22, 2012 at 4:14 PM

    Joanne, this is fabulous news! You certainly deserve this honor. I can't wait to have that book in my hands!

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  9. jakie36May 22, 2012 at 4:14 PM

    I can't wait to buy a copy! Congratulations!!

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  10. Dandelion and DaisyMay 22, 2012 at 4:15 PM

    Congratulations! I'm exited and yeah, can I pre-order! What a fabulous gift to your students, which I'm one of.

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  11. aimeeMay 22, 2012 at 4:17 PM

    perfect for you! congrats -- it will be fantastic! let us know when it's available for preorder!

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  12. Sue G.May 22, 2012 at 4:17 PM

    Wonderful news for you and for all the people who will learn to brighten their world from you! Love you!

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  13. ceeveeMay 22, 2012 at 4:18 PM

    How exciting! Something to look forward to.

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  14. AlyceMay 22, 2012 at 4:19 PM

    How exciting!!! Congratulations! I'm sure it'll be wonderful and a great addition to my library. Thanks for sharing your news.

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  15. sandi ruschMay 22, 2012 at 4:20 PM

    Awesome news!!!!!!

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  16. lindsay ostromMay 22, 2012 at 4:24 PM

    you go girl!!!

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  17. Barefoot LindyMay 22, 2012 at 4:24 PM

    How awesome! Let us know when we can preorder cuz I wanna get one. :)

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  18. kathARTic StudioMay 22, 2012 at 4:25 PM

    This is soooooooooo wonderful Joanne!! CONGRATULATIONS! Xoxoxo

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  19. ColleenMay 22, 2012 at 4:31 PM

    Congratulations Joanne! I am so very excited for you! :)

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  20. Kate BurroughsMay 22, 2012 at 4:33 PM

    I was hoping that your online classes would be a precursor to a book! Great news!!! So glad to be taking your classes and can't wait to see the book when it comes out.
    Aloha, Kate

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  21. helenMay 22, 2012 at 4:38 PM

    Congratulations Joanne. Can't wait to have it on my bookshelf.

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  22. Jodi OhlMay 22, 2012 at 4:39 PM

    How wonderful Joanne! There's not a better person out in the world to write a book on artful lettering than you!!! It's a guaranteed best seller! :) Congratulations, this is really exciting news...holy cow, what's next??? :))))

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  23. JanMay 22, 2012 at 4:44 PM

    It's about time;-) I know it will be a best seller! Congratulations.

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  24. GraceMay 22, 2012 at 4:45 PM

    Congratulations on making the dream a reality. You are an inspiration to us all and a great example of makin' it happen!

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  25. FuzzMay 22, 2012 at 4:46 PM

    great news, congrats!

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  26. Annie BeezMay 22, 2012 at 5:04 PM

    Sooo excited to hear this! I want to buy it now....!LOL!

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  27. TamaraMay 22, 2012 at 5:06 PM

    AWESOME...Congrats!

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  28. rocMay 22, 2012 at 5:18 PM

    wonderful news joanne! congratulations!

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  29. Lynette (NZ)May 22, 2012 at 5:22 PM

    Congratulations - hope you enjoy the process

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  30. rogersmnMay 22, 2012 at 5:23 PM

    Hooray! Can't wait to own a copy!

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  31. vicciMay 22, 2012 at 5:30 PM

    Sooooo very cool !!!!!!! Congrats !!!!!!!

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  32. YcarruthersMay 22, 2012 at 5:32 PM

    Fantastic news! You rock! xoxoxoxo

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  33. UnknownMay 22, 2012 at 5:36 PM

    That is a book that I will have on my bookshelf...HUGE CONGRATULATIONS, NO MORE THAN YOU DESERVE

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  34. Linda DesGroseilliersMay 22, 2012 at 5:40 PM

    So well deserved! Congratulations!

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  35. HelenMay 22, 2012 at 5:43 PM

    Huge congrats!!!!!! I know it will be muy colorful!

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  36. gina smithMay 22, 2012 at 5:44 PM

    Congrats Joanne that is awesome news

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  37. AnonymousMay 22, 2012 at 5:53 PM

    Your work is beautiful. Thanks for sharing it with the world.

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  38. MaisyMay 22, 2012 at 5:59 PM

    Congratulations Joanne! What a major milestone for you. Thank you for sharing your talents with all of us!

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  39. Mary's MuseumMay 22, 2012 at 6:01 PM

    Wow wow wow, can't wait to get it... congratulations, I am sure it will be a gigantic success....xx

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  40. UnknownMay 22, 2012 at 6:05 PM

    oh, joanne, that's excellent!!!!! i love interweave books!!! and i love your work!!!! i think it will be a winning combination!!!!! congratulations!!!! deb saine

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  41. Beatrice, Bea, Bibi--That's me!May 22, 2012 at 6:11 PM

    I am sooooooo excited for you, Joanne!! If your book is like your teaching, it's definitely a HIT!! I'm going to HAVE to have this book!!!! :) Can't wait!! <3 CONGRATS!!!

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  42. JanTMay 22, 2012 at 6:13 PM

    Awesome news, I know the book will be great, can't wait to add it to my collections.

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  43. Ivey FennellMay 22, 2012 at 6:30 PM

    That is HUGE news!! I'm so excited for you, how waterfull, I mean wonderful!! I'll be ordering a copy for sure!

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  44. Loretta a/k/a Mrs. PomMay 22, 2012 at 6:35 PM

    Who better than you!! Congratulations!!!!

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  45. Peggy WilkinsonMay 22, 2012 at 6:58 PM

    Congratulations!! How are we expected more thsn a year!!

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  46. AdriannMay 22, 2012 at 7:08 PM

    Congratulations!

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  47. Debbie EckmierMay 22, 2012 at 7:14 PM

    Yay Joanne!!! Congrats on the book deal!

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  48. RamseyMay 22, 2012 at 7:20 PM

    That is soooo awesome!!! Huge congratulations! How on earth are we going to wait that long! Good thing you are keeping us busy with the on line classes!!!!

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  49. Lisa Fowler Windsor, COMay 22, 2012 at 7:32 PM

    WooHoo Joanne! How exciting--please keep us posted about the book--I can't wait to own it!
    I'm anxiously awaiting the next two announcements!

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  50. rappyMay 22, 2012 at 7:42 PM

    Joanne, that is INCREDIBLE news!!!!!! Congratulations! Well, you KNOW everyone in class already knows your a ROCK STAR.....now the rest of the world will know it too! Can't wait to get a copy...(beautifully signed by you, naturally!!lol)

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  51. KimMay 22, 2012 at 7:44 PM

    That's awesome news! Good for you!

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  52. Amy*May 22, 2012 at 7:49 PM

    Congrats to you Joanne! Anxiously anticipating your book hitting stores...in the meantime I must catch up on Artful Alphabets and Letter Love...working through slowly but surely :)

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  53. Gail LieuranceMay 22, 2012 at 7:52 PM

    OooLaLa Joanne! This is FABULOUS news for the art world! It's the perfect next-step for you in sharing your exquisite letter love talents and expertise with everyone! How many more on-line classes will we have between now and publishing time? I love your surprises ♥

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  54. ArtfulLee DesignedMay 22, 2012 at 8:04 PM

    congratulations Joanne! this is fantastic news, how exciting!

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  55. K KniepMay 22, 2012 at 8:09 PM

    We can say we knew you when :0) CONGRATULATIONS!!

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  56. UnknownMay 22, 2012 at 8:13 PM

    Yay!!! Can I put in an order???

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  57. AnonymousMay 22, 2012 at 8:30 PM

    Congrats !! I want one !!

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  58. SharonMay 22, 2012 at 8:31 PM

    Hooray Joanne! I too will be purchasing it as soon as it comes out! Can I send it to you for your autograph? Absolutely thrilled for you-actually, with everything that you put into your classes, this is well deserved!

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  59. SusanMay 22, 2012 at 8:37 PM

    When I first signed up for the lettering class I wished you had a book out! Wishes really DO come true. Congratulations Joanne, you KNOW it will sell out immediately. Thanks for all your inspiration.

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  60. LindaMay 22, 2012 at 8:57 PM

    Oh, this is so exciting Joanne. Congratulations! As I continue to "very slowly" work through Letter Love 101, I will be waiting for this book to be published. I'll be one of the first to put it in my library of books and tell others about it. Linda E.

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  61. Martha RichardsonMay 22, 2012 at 9:34 PM

    I am so excited for you & ME!!!! A book...that's awesome...WTG!!

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  62. JacquelineMay 22, 2012 at 9:48 PM

    This is so wonderful! Congratulations - I can't wait to see it.

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  63. AprilMay 22, 2012 at 10:14 PM

    Congratulations! Hope you'll allow us to purchase 'signed' copies!!! Now that you'll be even MORE famous!!! :oD

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  64. UnknownMay 22, 2012 at 11:24 PM

    That's fantastic! Congrats!

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  65. AnonymousMay 22, 2012 at 11:27 PM

    Oh, Joanne,I was thinking they were crazy not to have a book by you, so I am delighted for you and for Interweave to have a sure fire seller on their hands. Sign me up for a copy!

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  66. KimberlyMay 22, 2012 at 11:50 PM

    How exciting for you! I look forward to getting my hands on a copy. Congratulations!!

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  67. Lorinda.C.FMay 23, 2012 at 12:25 AM

    Congratulations Joanne! You absolutely deserve to have all your talents and skills come to life in print. I can't wait to see it for sale. xx

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  68. jenlynnieMay 23, 2012 at 4:34 AM

    YAY!!! Your book will be wonderful and I can't wait to see the end result : )

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  69. YvonneMay 23, 2012 at 7:21 AM

    Congratulations! I'm sure it will be awesome!!!!

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  70. SewbusyMay 23, 2012 at 2:12 PM

    Fabulous news! I definitely want to pre-order! Loved your Artful Alphabets and Letter Love classes. You convey your passion for your craft with such enthusiasm. Congratulations!!

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  71. rscoachMay 23, 2012 at 2:37 PM

    Mazel Tov! Absolutely well deserved - so happy for your continued success! Can't wait to order it!

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  72. AnonymousMay 23, 2012 at 3:35 PM

    Joanne...that is awesome news!! Can't wait to have it in my hands to use as a reference. You're the best!

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  73. WildflowerhouseMay 23, 2012 at 3:50 PM

    What a great accomplishment. They are lucky to have you . I just know the book will be spectacular!!!!!

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  74. Anita Van HalMay 23, 2012 at 4:36 PM

    OMG! That is the most awesome news since you announced your next workshop! 2014? Can I wait that long? Best wishes...I know it's going to be a best seller! Love and hugs!!!

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  75. LyndaMay 23, 2012 at 5:25 PM

    Congrats! I've written a couple articles for QA but to write a book for Interweave - WOW! It will be an awesome book! I look forward to reading it!

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  76. lori vliegenMay 23, 2012 at 5:32 PM

    you go lettergirl!! sending you many congrats and lots of chocolate-coated-alpha-hugs!! xoxo

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  77. suzieq23May 23, 2012 at 6:27 PM

    Joann, it doesnt surprise me at all to see your name authoring a book. With your inspirational talent and eye for color, lettering, art projects, it was only a matter of time. I took your class and it impressed me beyond belief. I still, every day, do my lettering and doodling. Waiting for the next class. Hope you are not too busy cause we need you here too!

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  78. Paula's Hang-up'sMay 23, 2012 at 9:48 PM

    How very wonderful for you Joanne! I am delighted at your success. Ronnie must be bursting with pride and Stan at your angel!! Congrats !!

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  79. Debby SchuhMay 23, 2012 at 9:56 PM

    Congratulations!! I'll be able to say, "I knew her when...!"

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  80. KristieMay 24, 2012 at 12:06 AM

    Joanne what wonderful news! We all be excited to read the finished book! Congratulations!

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  81. AnonymousMay 24, 2012 at 7:53 AM

    Joanne, I'm SO HAPPPPPPY for you!! You're so talented.
    Grandma Nancy Sapp

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  82. jodykantersMay 24, 2012 at 8:00 AM

    Well, Joanne, we all know that this book will be awesome!! Keep doing what you love, and the results will continue to be spectacular.

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  83. RheaMay 25, 2012 at 4:32 PM

    Congrats to you Joanne! Your success inspires me to dream big too! ;)

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  84. SethMay 26, 2012 at 9:37 PM

    Such a wonderful accomplishment. And just the first of three? Just amazing. I am so happy for you. Congrats!

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  85. PoppyJune 2, 2012 at 1:37 PM

    Great news, Joanne! Can't wait until it comes out!

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