Today I have some exciting news.
This was my first time submitting anything to an awards competition, and I really didn’t know what my chances would be, so I was determined to keep my expectations down. I woke up yesterday morning, remembered that it was the day for the announcement of nominees, and couldn’t keep down a little thrill of excitement in spite of low expectations. I took myself firmly in hand. “You were not nominated,” I told myself. “Remember that. You were not nominated, so you will not be disappointed.”
But when I arrived at the website, there was Left-Hand Kelly on the list of nominees. At least, I think it was. I’m still getting used to the idea that this actually happened. All yesterday I had moments of unreality where I thought, “Did I really see that this morning, or am I the victim of an exceptionally vivid imagination?”
But yes, it did actually happen. You can read the official announcement and lists of all the nominees at the official site or here at the Western Fictioneers blog. The winners will be announced on June 1st.
Congratulations! Great news, and I'm sure it's a winner.
Congratulations! That is exciting!
Elisabeth, many congratulations on the nomination!
How absolutely delightful! Of course *I* am not surprised–I believe you capable of everything. But still. How exciting.
Yay!! That's so awesome!!
Well deserved nomination! I just finished reading Left-Hand Kelly and am glad to see it getting some further exposure.
That is supremely awesome! Congrats!
Thank you all so much for the congratulations! They make it that much sweeter. 🙂