Getting a publisher to accept your manuscript can be a long time coming and few know this so well as Leslie Ann Bosher, who first came to us back in 2004 with her book about her experience of living in a rural part of the UK as an American. Leslie Ann and her husband bought flat in a stately home in Rutland and embarked on a journey of exploration, getting to know the traditions and culture that can be embedded in rural life. Her book has now been accepted for publication. Read on to see what Leslie Ann told me today!

What I would like to tell you is that my first book, ‘To the Manor Drawn’ will be published in August by Murdoch Publishing. I am simply thrilled and as you were so instrumental and encouraging from the beginning I wanted to also tell you that you are acknowledged in the book for that very reason.

The overall experience of conceiving and writing a book was a personal rollercoaster ride but the experience of working with a professional and supportive publishing house has made it all worth while. For this alone I would encourage any new writer to persevere. The feeling of satisfaction when it all comes together is as comforting as a blanket on a winter’s night.

So I thank you today for putting me on the first rung of the ladder and hope to hear from you.

I urge you all to demonstrate the patience of Leslie Ann. And I wish her the very very best of luck.

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