Thursday, April 29, 2010

Writing news!

Well, friends. I can finally make this announcement. I am very excited to say that I have just signed a contract with Tyndale House for my second book! This is a sequel to my first, Thicker than Blood, in that some of the main characters from Thicker become minor characters in the second. Yes, you will find out what happens between Hunter and Christy! :)

As of today, the official title of this book is Bound by Guilt (thank you Jan Stob!). I'm excited about the new title as it perfectly conveys the themes of this novel. Right now we're looking at an early 2011 release date.

So there you have it. My big news! The amazing design team at Tyndale House is hard at work on the cover, and I can't wait to see what they come up with! Stay tuned...

23 comments:

Rel said...

Woo hoo, CJ! Wonderful news - I knew there was a reason to stay up until 1:21am ;-)

So very thrilled for you

Lynnette Bonner said...

Congrats, CJ! That is great news!

Renee (BlacknGoldGirlsBookSpot) said...

Woohoo! I loved Thicker than Blood! I can't wait to read what happens with Hunter and Christy! I'm excited!!!!

XOXO~ Renee

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~Brenda said...

Just wanted to say a quick congrats! I'm so happy for you, C.J.!

~Brenda

Deena Peterson said...

YAY!! Needed some good news today!

Marti Pieper said...

That is AMAZING news and, ever since it hit my inbox this morning, I've been doing the happy dance for you. Go, C.J. Go, Tyndale. Go, Jesus!

Gayle Gresham said...

Congratulations, C.J.! Can't wait to read it!

WordVixen said...

Major Congrats! I can't wait to read it. :-)

Tammie said...

Yay CJ!!! Congratulations! Can't wait to read it :-)

Unknown said...

Congratulations, CJ... Wonderful!!

Travis Erwin said...

That's great. i look forward to reading it. I just recently finished Blood a few weeks ago and have been meaning to let you know how much I enjoyed it. Was my first venture reading an inspirational novel of any genre and while I didn't truly know what to expect I was sucked right in by your storytelling power.

authorkathyeberly said...

Congratulations to you!

Jenny B. Jones said...

Congrats, girl! WOOO! That's awesome.

Annette said...

Awesome, proud for you!

ChelseaW said...

Congratulations! This is great news, and I can't wait to read it! Loved Thicker Than Blood. :)

Christina said...

Wow! That's so exciting. Congratulations!

Heather Ivester said...

Congrats, CJ! I love the double meaning of the word "bound" here, since I know your novel will probably touch on the topic of book collecting. Way to go!

Bethany LaShell said...

Congrats!!!!! How exciting!!!!! I can't wait to read it!

Brock S. Henning said...

Great job C.J., and congratulations!

C.J. Darlington said...

You guys are so great. Thanks you for all these wonderful comments!

Bonnie Way aka the Koala Mom said...

Woohoo! Exciting news! Can't wait to see the new cover and hear more about the new book. :)

Wyn said...

AWESOME