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Page Proofs Received and Press Release Sent 4/20/06 Page proofs for my book, Romancing on the Bay of Fundy, has been returned. There is still not release date yet, but my book is moving along quickly on the fast track. Also, my first press release was sent out April 19th to local media in Nova Scotia. |
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| Saturday, April 29, 2006 The Citizen Sheehy awaits release of new poetry book By Andrew Wagstaff Parrsboro – Many felt the romantic pull of the Bay of Fundy, but Donna Sheehy is one of the few to put it into words. The local poet is awaiting the release of her book of poetry, Romancing on the Bay of Fundy : My soul’s attraction, a collection of works she has put together over the past 15-20 years, with emphasis on the past five years she has spent living in the Parrsboro area with her husband Robert. “The majority of the poems are inspired by the area,” she explained. “Even the ones I wrote before I moved here, I have felt them since I came to this area. I love it here.” Originally from San Diego, Calif, Sheehy immigrated to this part of Canada after meeting her husband in 1998. After traveling to Nova Scotia, the couple decided to settle in Parrsboro. “There’s a little bit of everything here, from beaches to mountains, wildlife and diverse cultures, she said. “There is so much here, and I just fell in love with it.” Written in traditional rhyming and metered style, the new book reflects an assortment of these cultures, lifestyles and legends of the Bay of Fundy, as well as selected romantic poems. She said she has tried to cover everything that touched her during her years living in Nova Scotia, from the local clams and lobsters, to the plovers on the beach. The journey has been an exciting on for Sheehy, who said her positive experiences living here are shown in the work. “It’s very uplifting and not moody or depressing,” she said. “I wanted something light that reflected my love for the area and how I fell in love with it.” Published by PublishAmerica, the book is expected for release soon, and will be available at outlets such as Chapters Canada, Borders, Amazon and Barnes and Noble Meanwhile, Sheehy has other projects in the works, including a children’s book inspired by her three grandchildren, and a romantic mystery. For more information about Donna Sheehy and her work, visit her work, visit her website at www.donnasheehy.com Mysterious Charm of The Bay By Donna Sheehy (an excerpt from the book Romancing on the Bay of Fundy: My soul’s attraction) Why does this ocean chill my hand and escape through my fingers wide, yet, still warm deep within my core with each wave of its flowing tide? The alluring silences as each ebb draws me ever closer still, attracting this placid heart surpassing any basic will. The mystery of the water’s flow has intrigued many who have viewed, from every moment the tidal fades to the next tidal moment debuted. Perhaps it is the mysterious charm that allures me to its shore, a moment in this splendid place will possess me ever more. |
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| Author's first book to be published! 2/16/2006 PublishAmerica has agreed to publish author Donna L. Sheehy's first book. The book will be titled "Romancing on the Bay of Fundy". We look forward to the release of this beautiful collection of poetry! |
| New Author 3/06/2006 Donna Sheehy has recently signed her contract with PublishAmerica. Release dates to be announced. Her book is a collection of artistically inspired poems reflecting a taste of the wildlife, cultures, lifestyles, and legends of the Bay of Fundy. Although she has written poetry in many styles, she prefers traditional rhyming and metered style poetry. Her poems give stunning auditory and visual imagery. Her style offers a relaxing rhythmic mood allowing your emotions and senses to invade your very being. This collection offers an opportunity to not only experience the beautiful Bay of Fundy, but also remember lost loves, the intimacies of romance, or to embrace the heartfelt moments of treasured relationships. |
| Pre-production 3/14/06 Romancing on the Bay of Fundy is now in pre-production. |
| Romancing on the Bay of Fundy goes to Production 3/20/06 Donna Sheehy's book, Romancing on the Bay of Fundy, is now in the text-editing stage. Her website is up and complete. Release dates to be announced. |
| I received my advance from the publisher 4/12/06 Today I received my advance and marketing information. My book is in the formatting stage. No release date is available yet. I should hear something soon. |
| Wednesday, May 3, 2006 Parrsboro: The Record Cumberland County’s Lively Community Newspaper Author Announces New Book By Rose Willigar Parrsboro: Good things come to those who wait and Donna Sheehy has waited 30 years to see her name on the jacket of a book. Donna has recently signed a contract with PublishAmerica for the collection of poems reflection the wildlife, cultures, lifestyles, scenery and legends of the Bay of Fundy and Nova Scotia. “I feel like I’ve been or better yet like I really want to go!” was one statement made in a review by a critic from the Lighthouse Literary Reviews and the following statement from Erika Staples author and Poet of “Piece of My Soul” and “Spirals of Nature”; “Romancing on the Bay of Fundy is a collection of poems that take you on a journey to Nova Scotia. I taste the maple, smell the salt, hear the ocean waves, and see the landscape in my mind as I read each line.” Although “Romancing on the Bay of Fundy” is Donna’s first published book, the author has been writing for 30 years. Donna is currently working on two children’s books along with a romance mystery. “Parrsboro has been very inspirational for me, the scenery here is like no other I have seen anywhere else I have lived,” Donna said. The following is an excerpt of the outline in the writers book, “with our beautiful pebble beaches, high tides, rock faces, spectacular views, all surrounded with lovely evergreen, maples, and blueberry fields, it is indeed the most captivating area I have ever seen.” Donna expresses her creativity through artwork as well as writing. Throughout her book there are a few of examples of Donna’s talent. In addition to artwork displayed in the book this writer/artist has a variety of work she has completed including all the illustrations in the children’s books she is working on. Once Donna has a release date for her book she expressed her eagerness to make an appearance at the Parrsboro Library for book signings and readings. |
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| Official release date announced! 5/09/2006 My book is being sent to the printer! The official release date is 07-15-06 (although it will be available sooner than that). |
| Website created and maintained by Donna Sheehy |
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| PublishAmerica Presents Romancing on the Bay of Fundy by Donna L. Sheehy Frederick, MD May 18, 2006 -- PublishAmerica is proud to present Romancing on the Bay of Fundy: My Soul’s Attraction by Parrsboro, Nova Scotia’s Donna L. Sheehy. Romancing the Bay of Fundy is a collection of poems introducing readers to Nova Scotia’s lovely Bay of Fundy. With beautiful pebble beaches, rock faces, spectacular views, all surrounded with lovely evergreens, maples, and blueberry fields, it is indeed the most captivating area Sheehy has ever seen. This timeless collection offers a glimpse of this lovely area leaving readers with the desire to come experience it themselves. Romancing the Bay of Fundy is Donna L. Sheehy’s first book. Sheehy has written poetry and short stories for 30 years. Her poetry is often written in traditional rhyming and metered style. She is originally from the United States, however, came Canada after meeting her husband in 1998. She and her husband, Robert, reside in Parrsboro, Nova Scotia. She is currently working on a children’s book inspired by her three grandchildren, and a romantic mystery set on the east coast. PublishAmerica is the home of 20,000 talented authors. PublishAmerica is a traditional publishing company whose primary goal is to encourage and promote the works of new, previously undiscovered writers. Like more mainstream publishers, PublishAmerica pays its authors advances and royalties, makes its books available in both the United States and Europe through all bookstores, and never charges any fees for its services. PublishAmerica offers a distinctly personal, supportive alternative to vanity presses and less accessible publishers. Contact: Shawn Street Public Relations Department PublishAmerica pr@publishamerica.com www.publishamerica.com *Please see attachment for image of book cover |
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| PublishAmerica Press Release: May 18, 2006 |
| Terry McCulloch mentions me in her Bay of Fundy Blog. What an honor! |
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