Tomato Girl

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Tomato Girl

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1JaynePupek
aug 6, 2008, 12:09 pm

I'm pleased to announce that I'm a guest today on "A Good Blog Is Hard to Find." This is a group of Southern authors who blog about books, writing, new releases and other things. I wrote about how I got the idea for Tomato Girl. For those interested in reading it, the blog can be found here:

http://southernauthors.blogspot.com/

2mlschmidt
aug 6, 2008, 12:44 pm

Great Blog! Loved the way the poem was started by using the word "RED". I think to find a starting point would be one the hardest parts. Your publicist very kindly sent me a copy of Tomato Girl - which I am currently reading- I am loving it so far - my heart aches for Elle.

3JaynePupek
aug 7, 2008, 8:57 am

Thank you, Mindy! I'm so glad that you were able to get a copy. I look forward to hearing what you think about the book when you finish reading it.

4mlschmidt
aug 7, 2008, 10:09 am

Ohhh - I finished it last night - there came a point where I thought, this is too much, I just can't take anymore, but I kept on reading thankfully and the ending was great. Thats one of my signs of a outstanding book when you are still thinking about it the next day. I will be posting a review within the next couple of days. Hope you already working on another!

5mckait
aug 7, 2008, 10:36 am

#4

that is just how I felt. I felt it was too much, too harsh... but I had to keep reading for Elle...

loved the ending.

6JaynePupek
aug 7, 2008, 6:30 pm

Thank you both. Yes, I am working on another novel. I suspect that a lot of my writing will delve into difficult lives and damaged people.

7JaynePupek
aug 14, 2008, 9:10 am

My bound copies of Tomato Girl arrived yesterday. It's exciting---and a little surreal-- to see the finished book!

8lmcguirk
aug 14, 2008, 9:37 am

They look beautiful! We've had some talks around the office about who the girl on the cover represents--Ellie or the tomato girl? Regardless, I love the colors and the image. Simply gorgeous. The book will be in stores August 26, so gear up!

9Kanellio
aug 14, 2008, 7:24 pm

I have heard so many wonderful things about Tomato Girl. I know it will be a huge hit. I NEVER win something from the request or if I do, it is the least favorite book I wanted. Is there other ways to get ARCs of your book? I just wondered as I do get ARCs elsewhere and have done about 20 reviews since starting 3 months ago. I need a hint at how to win one of the first thing books...help! When will Tomato Girl be on sale?? You must be so excited!

10JaynePupek
aug 14, 2008, 8:24 pm

Thank you....I hope you're right. And yes, I am very excited, especially with the bound copies arriving this week. I keep pinching myself and checking the author bio&photo--yep, it's me all right.

Tomato Girl will be in bookstores on August 26th (my parents' wedding anniversary), but is in stock now at Amazon and B&N.

11bermudaonion
aug 15, 2008, 12:55 pm

This book sounds great - I can't wait to read it.

12JaynePupek
aug 15, 2008, 8:56 pm

Thank you, Kathy. Please let me know what you think of Tomato Girl once you've had a chance to read it. I enjoy hearing from readers.

13JaynePupek
aug 15, 2008, 8:59 pm

14mckait
aug 16, 2008, 12:40 pm

That is a wonderful review... but then, it was a wonderful book.

15JaynePupek
aug 20, 2008, 9:18 am

Thank you, Kath. Blogcritics posted a follow up interview that may be of interest:

http://blogcritics.org/archives/2008/08/18/062135.php

And a friend send me a link to a review she saw posted online:

http://www.courier-journal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080816/FEATURES06/80...

16JaynePupek
aug 22, 2008, 12:17 pm

I've posted a new review on my blog:

http://jaynepupek.blogspot.com/

17bermudaonion
aug 23, 2008, 12:55 pm

Wow! What a review. I can't wait for your book to come out.

18JaynePupek
aug 24, 2008, 4:34 pm

Thanks, Kathy. Tomato Girl is available online now at Amazon, B&N, etc. and should be in bookstores Tuesday!

19JolieLouise
aug 25, 2008, 12:44 am

Hi - I'm new.

If you live in a major city and walk into a Barnes and Noble store you will see Tomato Girl displayed on the Hardcover New Release table for a couple of weeks (beginning Tues.).

My store is not in a major city so it won't be displayed. :(

But I ordered my own copy and look forward to seeing it.

Pam

20JaynePupek
aug 25, 2008, 8:01 am

Welcome, Pam...and thank you for ordering a copy of Tomato Girl! I look forward to hearing what you think of the book once you have a chance to read it.

I live in a small town, too. We do have a stoplight--finally. Richmond isn't too far away, so the book should be on display there.

21JolieLouise
aug 26, 2008, 9:44 am

Happy Release Date, Jayne!

Pam

22JaynePupek
aug 26, 2008, 12:11 pm

Thanks, Pam. I thought this day would never come. Lol!

23mckait
aug 26, 2008, 6:49 pm

So what are you doing to celebrate?

24JaynePupek
aug 27, 2008, 8:24 am

Actually, I spent the day working on book reviews. Not very exciting, I know.

25lmcguirk
aug 27, 2008, 9:35 am

I did a happy jig when I saw your book in a bookstore the other day. How's that for celebration?!

26JaynePupek
aug 27, 2008, 10:25 am

That sounds great! I wish we had a video clip of that;-)

27mlschmidt
aug 27, 2008, 11:12 am

Congrats on all of the great reviews, I know how much I enjoyed it. Tomato Girl is on order at our library and there are a lot of reserves on it already. Can't wait to see what you are creating next - Not to rush you or anything - guess I could let you enjoy the success of Tomato Girl!!

28bermudaonion
aug 27, 2008, 2:12 pm

I bought Tomato Girl today and can't wait to start it!

29JaynePupek
aug 27, 2008, 9:40 pm

Thank you, Mindy and Kathy! I am working on another book, but taking a little break from it for the next few weeks while I focus on spreading the word about Tomato Girl.

I wrote an essay on a blog for first-time novelists. Here's the url for anyone who wants to take a look:

http://megwaiteclayton.com/1stbooks/?p=43

30bermudaonion
aug 27, 2008, 11:34 pm

I loved your post on that blog. If you ever need another blog to post on, just let me know!

31JaynePupek
aug 29, 2008, 7:53 am

Many thanks, Kathy. I'd be delighted to write something for your blog. Email me at JaynePupek@aol.com and we can talk about topics, etc.

32bermudaonion
aug 29, 2008, 9:53 pm

Tomato Girl is the best book I've read in a while. I absolutely love this book!

33JaynePupek
aug 30, 2008, 7:59 pm

Those words are the ones a writer most longs to hear. Thank you, Kathy, and thank you for your review.

34bermudaonion
Redigeret: aug 31, 2008, 9:22 am

I'm hosting a giveaway for an autographed copy of Tomato Girl by Jayne Pupek. I loved this book. You can enter here

35JaynePupek
sep 3, 2008, 1:07 pm

I took a peek at the giveaway and it looks like you're getting a great response!

36bermudaonion
sep 3, 2008, 3:18 pm

Yes, the response to the giveaway has been very exciting!

37JaynePupek
sep 4, 2008, 9:16 am

I was interviewed recently by Valerie Fox at Press1. Here's the link for those of you who might like to read it.

http://www.leafscape.org/press1/v2n2/pupek-interview.html

38JaynePupek
sep 5, 2008, 8:56 am

I'm absolutely delighted to be a guest at Faster than Kudzu, the blog of bestselling novelist and fellow Southerner, Joshilyn Jackson. Read my answers to Joshilyn's 3 questions:

http://www.joshilynjackson.com/mt/archives/000918.html

39JaynePupek
sep 21, 2008, 1:43 pm

I'm in the process of writing the Reader's Guide for Tomato Girl and would love to include questions from readers. If any of you would like to submit questions suitable for book club discussion groups, please email them to me at JaynePupek@aol.com

Many thanks!

Jayne

41JaynePupek
Redigeret: okt 11, 2008, 2:07 pm

I wanted to share the new book trailer/video for Tomato Girl:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-foLb0HIWc

Please feel free to share it with friends or post it on blogs if you'd like.

Thanks for taking a look.

Best,

Jayne

42bermudaonion
okt 11, 2008, 2:54 pm

I'm not sure I understand the whole concept behind book trailers, but I'm glad to see you have one, Jayne!

43mckait
okt 11, 2008, 3:32 pm

ooooh!!!

cool video! I like it :)

44JaynePupek
okt 12, 2008, 12:09 pm

Thanks for taking a peek! The purpose of a book trailer is simply to reach more potential readers. By posting it on YouTube, My Space, Facebook, TransitTV, etc., it reaches people that might not otherwise see it.

45lmcguirk
okt 14, 2008, 8:50 am

Very cool, thanks Jayne! You're going to start seeing more and more book trailers as publishers are having to think of unconventional ways to plug books these days. Amazon, BN.com, and Powells.com also use book videos in some of their promotions.

46JaynePupek
okt 16, 2008, 12:59 pm

Thanks, Lindsey! I have noticed more and more book trailers on author websites, Amazon, etc. I had fun working with COS to make the video for Tomato Girl.