It’s been a long time coming, and it’s something I will have to get used to- but it has happened. After ebooks, small presses, and riding the wave of podcasting- I can finally tell you all. I have reached that thing that I have been dreaming of for over a decade of active writing.
Yes, I have just confirmed that I will in fact be an Ace Books author. Ace is an imprint of Berkley Books (which is part of Penguin), and has a fine history. The deal is for two novels, with the possibility of more if those sell. The book in question is indeed Geist, and a to be named sequel.
This will take some major adjustment in my mind set- but as you can imagine is very VERY exciting. I can now say that like Scott Sigler and JC Hutchins I have moved into the big leagues. The names I will be joining in Ace include Ursula Le Guin, Tanya Huff, and Tad Williams to name but a few. These are stellar names, and it is a pleasure to be in the same stable.
This totally justifies my decision this year to go part-time in the corporate library, but I am not yet at the point where I can be a full time writer. That’s OK, I’m on my way. I expect there will be huge amounts of work ahead, but I am ready for it.
This would not have been possible without the assistance of three people. Gabrielle Harbowy who helped me edit Geist and get it ready for the big time. Laurie McLean, my agent, who is both an inspiration and a rock. And Tee Morris, who was my sounding board, kick in the pants and inspiration.
The final details are still being ironed out, and I will keep you all in the loop as things progress. All I can say is…. YESSSSSSSSSS!
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Congratulations, Pip!
Geist is fantastic, and it was a pleasure to work with you on it. I’m bursting with pride for you.
Fantastic news!!!
Spectacularly well done mate!
Penguin huh? Man, that’s a classy outfit.
All that hard work, mate. All worth it.
Here’s a tip of the cap to Ms Ballantine – three cheers, hip, hip – hooray!
Congratulations!
Awesome news Pip! And well deserved.
Not bad, not bad at all.
Griz
Congratulations Pip!
Congrats! Wonderful! Huzzah! So, when will you be signing books in Boston?
A little early … but planning ahead in any case.
Tad Williams is a hack. He’ll be bragging to people that he shares an imprint with Pip Ballantine.
You rock, Pip!
Awesome news, Pip! Congrats on achieving your dream. There’s no better feeling
Super news! Looking forward to buying an Ace book by you.
Excellent news. Now I can work towards the goal of joining you as a published writer.
You go girl! You worked hard and deserve it.
Huzzah! Rockets and Roman candles all around! Three cheers for the dark goddess!
T.S. Eliot was mistaken: sometimes April can be not quite so cruel. (USA tax time excepted, of course…)
Congratulations, milady. We knew you had it in you.
Congratulations. It’s great news.
Congrats Pip! I’m pleased that you got a two book deal. Can’t wait to read it.
KA-BOOM! Nice work.
Wahoooo!!! Go Kiwi Gal!
Congrats!!! (Even if it might mean less time for EalC and other podcastible writings)
A little late posting, but I couldn’t be happier for you. You deserve it and am looking forward to owning a copy of Geist!
Great news! Many congratulations!
To say I am proud of you doesn’t encompass the joy I feel for you, Ms. Ballantine. You are my hero.
Thanks everyone. It was something I had almost given up thinking was possible. Getting here was partly bloody-mindedness and just a love of writing. As soon as I have a publication date I will be letting everyone know.
Pip, I can’t begin to tell you or how excited I am. Geist is a great book, and your craft keeps growing by leaps and bounds with every work you put out. This is the beginning of great things. Thank you for all your support — now, go enjoy the glory. You’ve earned it many times over!
-Dan
This is really great news, and I’m so happy to hear it. You write a terrific tale, and you deserve to see all your hard work pay off. I’m looking forward to picking up your books when they come out! Congrats!
It’s just great !!!!!!!!!!
I’m happy for you!
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