tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post2843042078565390199..comments2024-03-07T07:47:38.595-08:00Comments on The Divorced Lady's Companion to Living in Italy: When Women Come Together The Divorced Lady's Companion to Living in Italyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202093107784073194noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-37345293789627056122012-10-14T07:28:41.635-07:002012-10-14T07:28:41.635-07:00Enough to make me feel a little like crying!Enough to make me feel a little like crying!Hannahhttp://wayfaringchocolate.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-25092054639641063212012-10-10T04:25:53.426-07:002012-10-10T04:25:53.426-07:00But dearie you are already writing the most beauti...But dearie you are already writing the most beautiful words full of angel dust yourself! How's that for sugar content?? XcatThe Divorced Lady's Companion to Living in Italyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15202093107784073194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-11998107575032487342012-10-08T18:50:33.598-07:002012-10-08T18:50:33.598-07:00At the risk of sounding like I just swallowed a me...At the risk of sounding like I just swallowed a metric ton of sugar, I think that you're the angel. An inspiring, wonderful, golden angel who reminds me of all that life can be if you have the courage to sit down and write, and write, and write. xHannahhttp://wayfaringchocolate.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-330089290264700812012-10-07T22:41:35.353-07:002012-10-07T22:41:35.353-07:00Teri thank you! I just wish I had been able to pho...Teri thank you! I just wish I had been able to photograph that room in a way that would do justice to the cool marble floors and the sweeping views outside. If you are in Europe next year around the end of September why not come along? There are one-on-one meetings with agents and editors and a wealth of information and good talk. They even have a brain-storming session in March where you can bring your current WIP to discuss - and it's held in a spa!!! I just have to find a way to convince myself I've deserved that one..The Divorced Lady's Companion to Living in Italyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15202093107784073194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-17670994170558725052012-10-05T17:43:21.385-07:002012-10-05T17:43:21.385-07:00I don't know about the angel, but I do know yo...I don't know about the angel, but I do know you're living the good and adventurous life, Cat. I soak up these blog posts of yours right into my pores. For which I thank you.<br /><br />"By some quirk of the internet I have booked myself a huge apartment where I had expected a vaulted cave as most bed-and-breakfasts provide. I realise I will be living large." You are. You are. And I'm living vicariously through you, so keep on living so very very large. How awesome is this? My gosh.Terihttp://tericarter.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-29771865736782393592012-10-05T06:02:52.226-07:002012-10-05T06:02:52.226-07:00Yes these things happen! Best of luck with your ne...Yes these things happen! Best of luck with your new blessingsThe Divorced Lady's Companion to Living in Italyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15202093107784073194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-1977635730861729962012-10-05T04:18:26.753-07:002012-10-05T04:18:26.753-07:00His infidelity was my worst nightmare come true b...His infidelity was my worst nightmare come true but it was also a blessing in disguise.<br /><a href="http://montanadivorce.net/" rel="nofollow">montana divorce</a>stephenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17325495524325117193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-49269056686695086902012-10-04T23:55:43.388-07:002012-10-04T23:55:43.388-07:00Well I must thank YOU for the comment. It's ce...Well I must thank YOU for the comment. It's certainly a resounding one, and highly appropriate when one thinks of women in writing/publishing. I hope something concrete comes out of Matera for you. I'm feeling frazzled already and could do with another weekend away.<br /><br />That's why we must keep having our escape-hatch writing events and I must run off to Rome to see you ladies before winter..<br /><br />Thanks so much for buying the book and I hope it keeps your husband on his toes!The Divorced Lady's Companion to Living in Italyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15202093107784073194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-84132795855953396512012-10-04T23:49:58.045-07:002012-10-04T23:49:58.045-07:00That would have been fun! I'm sure you would h...That would have been fun! I'm sure you would have come up with some real kinky teasers.. xoxoThe Divorced Lady's Companion to Living in Italyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15202093107784073194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-74916860290439377602012-10-04T00:50:07.154-07:002012-10-04T00:50:07.154-07:00Haha! Who knew we’d find mutual admiration for the...Haha! Who knew we’d find mutual admiration for the Iron Lady? Of course, a woman who was known throughout the world by this name begs respect from the rest of us, politics or not. : ) LOVED meeting you in Matera. I’m just sorry to have missed your interview, especially now that I know the content!<br /><br />And I’ve just wrapped up one book and now have your book on my bedside table. The title’s making my husband squirm and I’ve already promised to clutch it prominently to my chest the next time I get dragged to one of his work functions…<br /><br />Writing, reading, learning, mothering, forming deep friendships, AND doing it all while maneuvering Matera’s treacherous streets in vertiginous python heels are just some of the many reasons why we should be celebrating women writers and supporting one another on our journey. I agree that big things happen when we come together. And I can’t wait to do it again!<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-75928033736410639602012-10-03T07:32:03.746-07:002012-10-03T07:32:03.746-07:00Wow! Lipstick and whips in the countryside?! Man o...Wow! Lipstick and whips in the countryside?! Man oh man, you are one hot mama. I so wish I could have been there in the audience, raising awkward questions about leather and Italian lessons. <br /><br />XOAveril Deanhttp://averildean.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-86566637496337526242012-10-02T03:21:34.256-07:002012-10-02T03:21:34.256-07:00The event is perfect for those of us who straddle ...The event is perfect for those of us who straddle cultures or work in isolation or have specific industry questions to thrash out. It's also possible to pitch which is a blessing and good practice.<br /><br />There are massive differences between the publishing worlds of all three areas, at almost every level. I remember one American publisher made reference to a comment by an Italian agent who spoke of book displays in shop windows - she said she was incredulous, that those days are over. While thrilling possibilities were discussed, there were also some very chilling truths expressed, especially for old-fashioned book nerds like myself. Apparently last year marked a tipping point and ebooks now outsell print. <br /><br />Thanks for asking. These thoughts are certainly swimming in my head and I may well pursue with a future blog post.The Divorced Lady's Companion to Living in Italyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15202093107784073194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-75470354173400947162012-10-02T03:12:23.204-07:002012-10-02T03:12:23.204-07:00It's weird MSB I kept seeing everyday things i...It's weird MSB I kept seeing everyday things in this spectacular setting with your eyes. So you WERE there in a way. I couldn't photograph all the time, and didn't much, but I would have loved a day with a less crowded head and a better camera.<br /><br />Don't worry, I'm also back to total domesticity. But that was also the beauty of the gathering - so many of us juggle so much and it was wonderful to abandon ourselves to writing thoughts.The Divorced Lady's Companion to Living in Italyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15202093107784073194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-31567923828303160692012-10-02T02:10:23.100-07:002012-10-02T02:10:23.100-07:00Sounds like a fantastic event - I love the idea of...Sounds like a fantastic event - I love the idea of multicultural, multilingual exchange of ideas! Did you find some major differences in the publishing climate of Italy and UK or US? Would love to hear your thoughts on that - perhaps in a future blog post.Marina Sofiahttp://findingtimetowrite.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-3266790312402513052012-10-02T02:06:49.389-07:002012-10-02T02:06:49.389-07:00Your pictures and stories transport me. Thank you ...Your pictures and stories transport me. Thank you for taking me away from my mundane life... but for a moment.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-61426076121034176642012-10-02T01:51:16.264-07:002012-10-02T01:51:16.264-07:00Oh I will don't worry. Haven't booked my f...Oh I will don't worry. Haven't booked my flight yet, just a conference for the 10th and some meetings. It will be great to hear what's happening with your WIP. XcatThe Divorced Lady's Companion to Living in Italyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15202093107784073194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-47644292720132090212012-10-02T00:23:59.098-07:002012-10-02T00:23:59.098-07:00Thanks for visiting the blog Alina. Yes I've h...Thanks for visiting the blog Alina. Yes I've had requests for a sequel but I think Venice would be difficult to package. There's one chapter in DLC set in Venice, the 'romantic' one. <br /><br />As my sense of humour is rather crazy I'd love to do a sequel that is a little off-beat, requiring travel of course. Or, if not, there's always Paris from a kinky point of view? Any more suggestions?The Divorced Lady's Companion to Living in Italyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15202093107784073194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-60319573299951129032012-10-02T00:17:49.473-07:002012-10-02T00:17:49.473-07:00Sounds like a fab time Cat. How cool that they had...Sounds like a fab time Cat. How cool that they had translators. And yes, if you are going to be in England, send me details and we can try to meet up again. Would be great.Downithhttp://www.writeitdownith.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-73791576279115996782012-10-01T21:37:21.905-07:002012-10-01T21:37:21.905-07:00I love Margaret Thatcher's quote about women g...I love Margaret Thatcher's quote about women getting things done. It seems like you are going full steam in Italy as both an expat and as an accomplieshed author. Kudos! What about visiting Venice and writing about a new romance there? Alina Trimblehttp://www.globe-rover.net/Europe/italy.htmlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-30837047836570141732012-10-01T14:10:07.390-07:002012-10-01T14:10:07.390-07:00Now THERE'S a couple of ideas I am loving the ...Now THERE'S a couple of ideas I am loving the sound of!! And I mean: another book from you and then Matera - in that order! Yxsansserifhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16445280597626572292noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-29542299225712033732012-10-01T13:16:23.084-07:002012-10-01T13:16:23.084-07:00PS Why don't you pencil in Matera for next yea...PS Why don't you pencil in Matera for next year ???The Divorced Lady's Companion to Living in Italyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15202093107784073194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-82474769336847190662012-10-01T13:13:55.606-07:002012-10-01T13:13:55.606-07:00Are you serious? YOU rock! You've brought a te...Are you serious? YOU rock! You've brought a tear to my exhausted crinkled winey eyes. Bless you girl! Those angels are the best kind and I will try to provide you another volume xxcatThe Divorced Lady's Companion to Living in Italyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15202093107784073194noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-291389383714567128.post-5879691113119406152012-10-01T10:31:52.142-07:002012-10-01T10:31:52.142-07:00Sounds like the kind of angel I love! Life can be ...Sounds like the kind of angel I love! Life can be so wonderful. And yes, don't we women just rock!<br />However, I am feeling bereft. I finished your book last night (burning the candles til 3am in fact!). I loved it. And I want more!sansserifhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16445280597626572292noreply@blogger.com