Sebastian Falls

12:00 AM Elizabeth Seckman 53 Comments

Special celebration here today!

One of my best writer buddies and honestly, one of the best friends I have never met is launching her first book!

Celeste and I first “met” like, oh my… four or five years ago? We were both *stalking* the same agent’s Facebook page and doing the awesome “full” dance together.

Well, said agent hit major personal crisis and dropped out of the publishing biz. So, Celeste and I collected our mannies and realizing there is safety in numbers, we traveled the submission road together.

And since that time, Celeste has supported me through rejection, dejection, and even the death of my father. She is always just an email and a prayer away. I would never have made it to where I am without this little lady pushing (sometimes dragging!) me along.

Publication has been a long journey, but it's so much better with a friend!

Meme courtesy of "I Can Has Cheezburger"


Now-
Here's what the hub-bub is about!


I loved this book on so many levels! (And so did my boys who were excited to get to be betas!)
The characters are good; the story is unique; and the setting makes the imagination hum. All that goodness aside, this book touched me at a spiritual level also. I won't give away the plot. But I will say this is the kind of story that keeps you actively discussing and considering the what-ifs from the central theme of the story. If our maker gives us talents, but also trusts us with free will, what path would we choose? What if Hitler's charisma was used for good and not evil? Ted Bundy's genius used to save lives rather than end them. Meadow is one of the chosen. She is gifted beyond normal human levels, so now good and evil battle to win her soul...though ultimately, the choice is hers.

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53 comments:

  1. RenaJune 3, 2013 at 1:26 AM

    You know, I could totally use a new kind of book, so I'm on my way to check this one out. And besides that Celeste is an absolutely wonderful person! I cannot wait.

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    1. UnknownJune 3, 2013 at 2:04 PM

      Rena!!!! I will kiss your cyber face! Thanks for the support. I got mad love for you! :)

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    2. Elizabeth SeckmanJune 4, 2013 at 10:46 AM

      You won't regret it Rena!

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  2. Sheena-kay GrahamJune 3, 2013 at 5:38 AM

    I don't have a bucket list but one of the things I placed on a list called 'book of dreams' (saw it on Oprah and listed ten things, can't even open the letter again until June 2019) is opening my own movie theater. We really need more in Jamaica.

    Celeste sounds like a wonderful person. Thanks for the giveaway.

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    1. UnknownJune 3, 2013 at 2:05 PM

      Thanks, Sheena-Kay! Crazy, but I always thought it'd be cool to own a movie theater too! :)

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    2. Elizabeth SeckmanJune 4, 2013 at 10:47 AM

      I remember you blogging about that! I need to do one...and maybe do a yearly one that I can use as life "check ups".

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  3. Tara TylerJune 3, 2013 at 7:02 AM

    fabuloso!
    love the mood you portray and the premise!

    ps, re your healthy post, i thought jess was one of your characters! you wrote her so well! but reality is more cruel than fiction. i hope she has a happy ending, which is a new beginning!

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    1. Elizabeth SeckmanJune 4, 2013 at 10:48 AM

      Thanks Tara. She does have a story as exciting as a characters, but unfortunately the cancer part is too true and too sad, but we always stay hopeful!

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  4. Alex J. CavanaughJune 3, 2013 at 7:26 AM

    Congratulations, Celeste!
    We all need friends for the journey. Keeps us sane.

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    1. UnknownJune 3, 2013 at 2:06 PM

      Thanks, Alex! I couldn't agree more, and Elizabeth is the bestest! :)

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    2. Elizabeth SeckmanJune 4, 2013 at 10:48 AM

      Or shares in our crazy...either way works!!

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  5. Crystal CollierJune 3, 2013 at 9:54 AM

    That's one I'm going to throw into the "read out loud with kids" pile. Congrats to Celeste!

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    1. UnknownJune 3, 2013 at 2:07 PM

      Thanks, Crystal! I hope you and the kids love it! :)

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    2. Elizabeth SeckmanJune 4, 2013 at 10:50 AM

      That's how my kids read it Crystal. My guys are tough to keep interested, but they listened to different versions of this book about three times...and got to offer input on the cover...they feel more attached to Celeste's book than they do for their mother's!

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  6. Deanie Humphrys-DunneJune 3, 2013 at 9:58 AM

    Congratulations to Celeste and you, Elizabeth. I'm sure you supported her as much as she did you. Very exciting news for both of you. Best wishes.

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    1. UnknownJune 3, 2013 at 2:07 PM

      Deanie, thanks!!!! Yes, Elizabeth has gone above and beyond the friend call of duty. She rocks! :)

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    2. Elizabeth SeckmanJune 4, 2013 at 10:51 AM

      Ah shucks...I'm blushing a little now. :D

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  7. Mark MeansJune 3, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    Congrats to Celeste...a truly awesome blogger buddy! I see big things in her future :)

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    1. UnknownJune 3, 2013 at 2:09 PM

      Mark Means, gosh, I love you! But tell your wife she doesn't have to be concerned, lol! Seriously, thanks for the kind vote of confidence. :)

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    2. Elizabeth SeckmanJune 4, 2013 at 10:51 AM

      I do too Mark!!

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  8. Sarah AhiersJune 3, 2013 at 11:47 AM

    Super congrats to Celeste!!
    And as for the bucket list, i think having a book published is definitely on the list ;)

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    1. UnknownJune 3, 2013 at 2:10 PM

      Thanks, Sarah! Go for it! Get that one crossed of your list. :)

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    2. Elizabeth SeckmanJune 4, 2013 at 10:52 AM

      You will do it Sarah!!! The only way to fail is to give up!

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  9. Johanna GarthJune 3, 2013 at 12:42 PM

    The book looks great! Congrats Celeste and I'm so impressed by this lovely tribute to a great writing friend!

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    1. UnknownJune 3, 2013 at 2:11 PM

      Thanks, Johanna! Elizabeth definitely has a way of making the tears flow. :)

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    2. Elizabeth SeckmanJune 4, 2013 at 10:53 AM

      Did I mention my kids got to approve the cover? Just bragging a little ;)

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  10. J.L. CampbellJune 3, 2013 at 1:29 PM

    Hi, Elizabeth,

    Congrats to Celeste on her book. She sounds like a wonderful friends. Really like the lesson you posted above. Didn't even see the croc until I looked again and all that it means when you apply it to a believer's life.

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    1. UnknownJune 3, 2013 at 2:20 PM

      Thanks, J.L. for the congrats and the follow on Twitter. I look forward to seeing you out in cyberland! I loved the tiny croc too! :D

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    2. Elizabeth SeckmanJune 4, 2013 at 10:54 AM

      Aren't those gators cute? I'm not even sure they fit the post, but I just loved them on sight!

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  11. UnknownJune 3, 2013 at 1:31 PM

    I think that cover is fantastic. Congratulations to Celeste- and yay for writer friends!

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    1. UnknownJune 3, 2013 at 2:20 PM

      Thanks, Julie! Not much compares to writer friends. :)

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    2. Elizabeth SeckmanJune 4, 2013 at 10:55 AM

      Julie- I'd probably be sitting in my cube and doing social work again if it weren't for Celeste's constant pushing...gosh she can be bossy ;)

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  12. Peaches LedwidgeJune 3, 2013 at 3:27 PM

    Congratulations to Celeste. I like work that touch on some kind of spiritual level. All the best, Celeste.

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    1. UnknownJune 4, 2013 at 12:27 AM

      Thanks, Peaches! I'm with you, my writing would feel meaningless if it didn't touch the spirit. :)

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    2. Elizabeth SeckmanJune 4, 2013 at 10:56 AM

      Celeste's story def touches on the spiritual.

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  13. Al DiazJune 3, 2013 at 3:49 PM

    Congratulations for the book, Celeste! And congratulations to both you and Elizabeth on your friendship!

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    1. UnknownJune 4, 2013 at 12:27 AM

      Thanks, Al! :)

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    2. Elizabeth SeckmanJune 4, 2013 at 10:57 AM

      Some of the best people I know are people I have never met...like a certain Dragon that gives the most awesome hugs!

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  14. LTMJune 3, 2013 at 4:40 PM

    On my bucket list... hmm... I don't know! I guess I'd really like to visit the OTHER side of the globe. Australia, Bora Bora, Thailand. See something totally different. Yes?

    Super congrats and best of luck to Celeste! Love the baby gator on the mama gator. HA~ :o)

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    1. UnknownJune 4, 2013 at 12:29 AM

      Thanks, LTM! I used to want to see Australia, but once I heard of the Funnel Web Spider, I changed my mind, lol! :P

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    2. Elizabeth SeckmanJune 4, 2013 at 10:58 AM

      I would love to go to Australia!! I'm not sure if I'm brave enough to hit the water though. Unless all those shark attacks and jelly fish scares are just hype!

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  15. M PaxJune 3, 2013 at 4:44 PM

    Happy Monday, Elizabeth and Celeste! Congrats to Celeste. That's a stunning cover and the blurb is intriguing.

    On my bucket list... I'd love to see one of my stories on screen - whether big or small.

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    1. UnknownJune 4, 2013 at 12:33 AM

      Thanks, M Pax! That's definitely on my bucket list too! :)

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    2. Elizabeth SeckmanJune 4, 2013 at 10:59 AM

      That would be awesome Mary!!! I'd go see it and stand outside the theater and tell everyone I know the writer. I steal lime light like that ;)

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  16. Annalisa CrawfordJune 3, 2013 at 5:04 PM

    I love how friendships can develop over the internet like that. Congratulations to Celeste :-)

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    1. UnknownJune 4, 2013 at 12:33 AM

      Thanks, Annalisa! :)

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    2. Elizabeth SeckmanJune 4, 2013 at 11:00 AM

      So many good friends! The internet has changed everything for the better!

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  17. Leigh CovingtonJune 4, 2013 at 12:21 PM

    Congrats to Celeste! Excited about this book. I will most definitely get me a copy! And as for my bucket list... I want to finish my own book and be published!!! That's not too much to ask, right?

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    1. Elizabeth SeckmanJune 4, 2013 at 10:02 PM

      Not too much at all! You go for it girly! It's just a matter of time.

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  18. Julie FlandersJune 4, 2013 at 1:11 PM

    Congratulations to Celeste!! I'm so glad to learn about her book, will be adding it to my list ASAP. And it's awesome that you two have come through so much together, congrats! :)

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    1. Elizabeth SeckmanJune 4, 2013 at 10:04 PM

      I have such an exciting list...I dream of just taking a day and spending it in my hammock doing nothing but reading. Reality is, I'd be interrupted every 15 minutes with requests for food or to identify the location of someone's shoes, sock, and what-nots!

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  19. klahanieJune 4, 2013 at 7:37 PM

    Hi Elizabeth and Celeste,

    A wonderful story of friendship through such connection. Through trials and tribulations, you have supported and encouraged each other. This is powerful testimony.

    Hearty congrats to you, Celeste. And continued positive interaction between the both of you.

    Yes, sorry, I'm going now.

    Gary :)

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