Yes, it’s been a while since our last blog post. And, yes, for those that have asked, my brother Fernando is doing fantastic.
This year has been one of many transitions (from small biz owner to editorial director again) and as I have navigated these challenges, I found myself spending less and less time online. I began to write more and more on actual paper, and after having a talk with my sister, I have decided to pursue my dream of becoming an accomplished novelist.
So this blog’s focus is changing. Starting this week, I will begin to post chapters of my working draft, The Two Worlds of Franky Benítez, and use my social media contacts and connections to invite people to read and comment on the book. I plan to add some additional features that I hope will make this experience with this blog a pleasant one.
Yes, my goal is to connect with as many people as possible and find a way to get published and noticed. The novel’s themes are quite universal: how the character of Franky looks back at his 40 years of life and finds the will and resilience to continue to fight, even when life smacks him with pain. In Franky, we see our doubts, our fears, our most hidden secrets. Yet we also see hope.
I invite you to take this journey with me. Let me know what you think, what parts you like and what parts need more work. I am serious. My goal is to get this book published and distributed. I hope you can help? I promise I won’t forget it, and I will always be here to help you out in any way.
I plan to share the Prologue later this week. Hope you enjoy this. And please let me know what you think.
Peace,
Julio
WOW! You have no idea how happy this makes me!
I can’t wait to read more. Way to go for your dreams man! LOVE IT !
Thanks, bro! I figure that I will just use this forum as my working draft, and publicize it through social media and get an agent to notice it. Am freaking going for it. Why not.
Yes WHY NOT? You know I’m willing to help get the word out! I am really proud of you man!
Congrats, Julio! Looking forward to reading it and watching your journey!
Thanks, Laura! I figured that sharing this with my online world will keep me motivated and focused. It will also get me back in the groove.
Cannot wait to read it Julio!
Sean, you are amazing in your support and friendship. Thanks for the kind words. Here we go!
Julio, I am so excited for you, and proud of you!! I know you are destined for great things, and am pleased you are discovering it. Go for it! Your buddies, including me, will be right by your side, helping you in any way we can. Use me in any way you’d like, at any time!
Nancy, I knew that the moment I wrote this post, I would be showered by love and support. Now that is a great way to start a journey, no? Thanks again!
How awesome! Looking forward to reading your novel and watching your successful journey!
Thanks so much, Sharon!
SOO SOO SOO PROUD OF YOU:) Happy you are doing this!!!
Thanks for the suggestion!!!! Now we HAVE to get some agents looking at this, Titi. Love you.
Very exciting news! Looking forward to reading it all and don’t worry we will totally help you get your book noticed!
Dreams make the world go round. Go for yours!
If I have you on my side, I will be going places! Gracias mil.
My dear son, I’m so happy that you have finally decided to start writing a book! This is just the first of many, many more to come. Can’t wait to start reading each and every word of your work…love ya…papi
Thanks, Papi. Let’s get an agent!
You got this Julio! Good luck.
Thanks, Adrian. Hoping we can get some social media power behind it. Here we go.
That’s fantastic! Congratulations! Can’t wait to read more.
Hope you like it. Gulp.
I’m looking forward to your progress on this journey, ‘mano. Count on me to help in any way I can.
Gracias, mano. You are the best.
Wow, that’s great! Very exciting for you and hope to read some interesting and exciting chapters. Best of luck to you!!!
P.S. hoping to still see you around twitter for sports battle jajaja.
I will be around! Gracias mil. Let me know what you think?
Pues Claro!
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