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Paige Geiger's avatar

So inspiring and what a beautiful book!

Nicole Kelner's avatar

Thank you so much Paige!!

David Nebinski's avatar

So happy for you! This is an epic post too! So interesting, thanks for writing it out all like this!

Nicole Kelner's avatar

Yay!! Thanks David. This was another one I spent a few weeks working on hehe. Wanted to get it right!

David Nebinski's avatar

It shows! Such a good post!

Amy Makechnie's avatar

Agree! So helpful.

Emma Williams's avatar

Congratulations, what a great story! And the book sounds like a great gift for New Yorkers and people that like to visit there.

Nicole Kelner's avatar

Thanks Emma! That means so much :))

Rachelle Meyer's avatar

This is super cool to read, congratulations! I’ve had a similar experience with developing a book on request in response to my newsletter posts. I’ll be able to share a similar story in a couple of months when the ink is dry on the contract. It’s funny how things happen differently than expected, but I ain’t complaining. 😉

Nicole Kelner's avatar

Thank you so much Rachelle! Ah that's amazing, so cool to hear! Good luck :)

Brian Helfman's avatar

Such an inspiring read. It's clear how much love, care, time, energy, and attention went into bringing this book baby of yours to life. I'm so excited to hold her - hopefully like tomorrow :)

Lisa Tea's avatar

OMG, Nicole... I'm simultaneously jealous and proud of you! 😚 If you have the time and interest, I'd love to interview you for my Substack. 🤸

Malia Gibson's avatar

Congrats, this is so exciting! I'm excited to read your book!

Nicole Kelner's avatar

Thanks Malia!!

Clare Morin's avatar

Amazing story / thanks for sharing!

Nicole Kelner's avatar

Thanks Clare!!

Jane Pike's avatar

Congratulations, Nicole! So wonderful xx

Nicole Kelner's avatar

Thanks Jane!!

Amy Makechnie's avatar

So inspired! Beautiful work and congratulations 🎉

Nicole Kelner's avatar

Thank you Amy!!

andy's avatar

Congrats Nicole! This is an incredibly rich insight into the process, I loved reading this! and of course, pre-ordered!

Nicole Kelner's avatar

Thank you so much Andy!! I really appreciate it!

K. Woodman-Maynard's avatar

What a generous post sharing the process of going from Substack post to a final book. I was lucky enough to get an advanced copy of Quietist Places in New York City and I cannot recommend enough!

Nicole Kelner's avatar

Thanks Katharine!! So grateful for all your support along the way 💖