In 2003-2004 I completed two manuscripts--women's fiction novels. I'm a SAHM and all of my friends work full-time, I do not have a consistent network of "readers." They're all too busy to read and provide feedback in a timely manner.

Would I be permitted to post my current manuscript on Mommysavers.com "blog style?" I'd love to have feedback on this novel because it is my first mommy lit effort and if anyone can appreciate mommy lit, it's all of us!

I was thinking of posting chapters semi-weekly like a serial (like Stephen King's The Green Mile...and inviting the active Book Club forum members to view it & offer me feedback.

Please let me know if I may do this...and if so, I'll create the blog. Thanks!!

NOTE: The novel is fiction, written in first-person narrative. It's tentatively titled, Drifting Across the Yellow Lines and it is based on a thirtysomething mother's relationship with a mysterious man she met (while attending Story Time with her 2 1/2 year old son) at her local library.

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~Jessica

A Classroom of One's Own

I will let Kim know about this...and since it is HER board, she will have to decide!!

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Thanks a lot--I wasn't sure who I should ask first.

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~Jessica

A Classroom of One's Own

One thing that you might want to consider, especially if you plan on trying to have your work published at a later date, is getting it copyrighted before you post it online for anyone to read. Here's a link with info. on doing that.

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Erin, aka Quentinsmommy, mom to Quentin (1/03) and Ian (1/06)

Thanks...I know about copywriting laws. I've been pitching to literary agents, etc. for a few years now. This is more of a "writing exercise" sort of thing...I'm not sure if I'll ever approach anyone on this specific book or not. Thanks for the info, though.

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~Jessica

A Classroom of One's Own

Sounds very interesting. I used to do some writing on college....always thought I'd pick it up again someday.

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Ooh... sounds interesting! I'd love to have a chance to read it!

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Alicia (Tree-hugger wannabe)
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Sure, a blog would be a great way for you to get some constructive criticism on your book. Sounds like fun! Don't forget to post a link to your blog in your signature line to give it some exposure.

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Thanks so much...I'll let everyone know when they can start reading it...

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~Jessica

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Sounds very interesting!