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Dec 4, 2023Liked by Justin Deming

What a journey you have been on in your life and in your writing!!! So proud of you and can't wait to get my copy!!!

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Thank you for everything, Mom! 💜

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1) Kim says it perfectly

2) How can we get copies?

3)What do you think of putiing together an anthology of some of the terrific poems youve helped engender (no pun intended) and inspire? We could call it The Nifty Fifty Represents or the Thrifty Fifty Club. If is too Oldie But Not So Goodie A Too Tame Game, try The Thrifty Fifty Mob.

And here's a holiday jinglesong for you and yours and your students

4). THE BLUE REINDEER HAS ESCAPED FROM THE GREATER LAPLAND ZOO (oHHption: RECITE WITH ONE OR MORE TAMBOURINES AND/OR KAZOO.

Through white snowy trees I'm strolling

Towards the end of night soft hills go rolling

Now I can challenge God to a game of bowling

Im a thief with a tune

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Thank you, Ernie! Print copies and e-book/Kindle versions will be available through Amazon on Monday, 12/11. Eventually I will sell print copies as well and I’ll ship em out.

I have given the idea a lot of thought of consideration, and it’s something I’m not going to say no to. The trouble is finding the time, while still giving myself the chance to follow my own writing pursuits. (This is all in addition to full-time teaching, and you know what that entails.) I’ve thought about a collection involving all contributors to the “Fifties” series. My photographer friend, John, had an even better idea: starting a small publishing agency that strictly publishes 50 fifty-word stories, but for a single author at a time (similar to what I’m doing right now).

So many ideas...so little time!

But those are a few thoughts that have been running through my head lately. 😄

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I just stole the moon

It sits on this silver sled Im hauling

All around me drops angels falling

Im gonna be true to my callng

Find a darkened alley

In this snowy valley

Oh, Satan had a cloven foot

I've got glowing shins

Think I'll ask Santa Claus to up the pins

by ernIe brill

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Congratulations. Inhaling Her is a great lead story. Ready to read more.

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Thank you, Sharon! I’m excited to hear it. I think you’ll enjoy the book. I’m proud of it cover to cover!

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Woooo! Congratulations on your persistence and devotion to the work! 👊🔥

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Aww, thank you, Ann! It’s really been a fun climb. 😊

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Congratulations 🥳 on the book and your amazing achievement on Substack. 👏👏

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Thanks so much, Rosy! That means a lot!

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Where will the book be available to order? Excited!

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Thanks, Chris! It will be available on Amazon. I’ll send a Note out about pre-orders, as well. I believe that will happen on Wednesday or Thursday. I’m quickly learning that I’m horrible at marketing and self-promotion. 😅

I appreciate you!

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Fantastic! I'll be clicking that pre-order button as soon as it's live. From my own experience, try not to fret too much about the marketing and self-promotion. Find ways to make it fun and involve others if you can - makes it feel less of a lonely endeavour!

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That’s very kind of you, my friend. Thank you so much! I appreciate the advice, as well - will follow it! 😀

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Paperback ordered from Amazon UK! Delivery Thursday! 🙌

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Oh my gosh, Rebecca! Thank you so much for your support!! I hope you enjoy the stories!

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Such a pleasure, Justin - I can't wait for delivery!

I'd love to write fiction but I find it ever so difficult. You've been providing me with excellent inspiration, and your book is just the icing on the cake. 😊

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That is incredibly kind of you to say, Rebecca! Thank you so much. I can’t wait for your copy to arrive! 😊

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Dec 5, 2023Liked by Justin Deming

Yay!!!! I am so excited for you , Justin. You worked so hard for this, and you are such an amazing talent. Congratulations!!!!!

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Thank you so much, my friend! I couldn’t have done it without your help along the way (or should I say over the years). You’ve been nothing but encouraging and supportive from day one. I’m beyond grateful to have you in my corner! 🙏

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Dec 5, 2023Liked by Justin Deming

grateful you kept climbing( so grateful!

loud applause for your book release.

best of all wishes to you

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Thank you so much, Alixandra! I’m grateful you are here! 😊

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Congrats!

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Thank you, Jason!

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Auguri!!! (Congrats in Italian). Can't wait. Godspeed! ✌️

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Thank you, Rene! 🙏 I really appreciate it!

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🙌 So excited for you, Justin! Loved the story, too. 😊

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Thank you so much, Rebecca! I really appreciate it! 😊

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Congrats on the upcoming book. Be sure to share the link with us.

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Thank you so much, Patricia! Will do. Once it’s ready for pre-order (should be in a day or two), I’ll send a Note! And then next Monday I’ll send a follow-up post.

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Many, many congratulations, Justin. That story alone is worth the admission fee. Inspirational stuff from one of the true encouragers here on Substack. Onwards. Relish the thrill.

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That’s incredibly kind of you to say, Barrie. Thank you so very much for your support and encouragement!

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Dec 4, 2023Liked by Justin Deming

Where can I get this gem? What is the title? Do you think I can get copies before Christmas? You must be thrilled with this accomplishment, Justin. I know I would be. ( I may call on you about where I can find help doing this as well, as the Amazon publishing procedure looks like a real nightmare to me.)

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Sharron, it will be available on Amazon starting Monday. I honestly think you’ll love it. John Lightle designed a beautiful cover for it! It should arrive before Christmas, but it really depends on a lot of factors.

I am beyond excited! Really can’t wait for Monday to get here. I’m proud that I finally followed through with it.

I would be more than happy to lend you a hand. Just let me know! The biggest pain for me was formatting. Otherwise, things went pretty smoothly.

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Oh and sorry, here’s the title: 50 Fifties: A Justin Deming Literary Project.

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Dec 4, 2023Liked by Justin Deming

Congratulations on the book release!

🎉📕🎉

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Thank you, Geoffrey! I have to admit...I’m pretty pumped! 😄

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