PastaQueen - Comments on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html PastaQueen - Comments on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' en Entry is copyright Jennette Fulda. Thu, 01 Feb 2007 01:07:48 -0500 http://www.movabletype.org/?v=4.21-en http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Marshmallow commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Marshmallow]]> OMG!!! Congratulations! As soon as its out, I will definitely buy it :-D

Pity though that the book won't have those fantastic Flash interactive movie files to allow readers to spin you round and round.

How many times shall I say it? CONGRATS CONGRATS CONGRATS!!!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3369 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3369 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 01:23:01 -0500 daBaum commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Next on your agenda is deciding who will play the role of Pasta Queen in "Half of Me - the Movie!" Congrats on the book deal. I shall stand in line for my personalized copy!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3370 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3370 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 02:10:49 -0500 Roz commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Roz]]> This is sooooo awesome! Congratulations! This is just kickass! I! Am! So! Excited! For! You! :-)

Seriously, this is an amazing opportunity and I wish you only the best for this. You are an inspiration to me, and I wish you the best of luck with reaching your goal before then.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3371 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3371 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 03:08:35 -0500 Narelle commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Congratulations!! I am a silent reader but I enjoy catching up with your blog - every week it has something funny, inspiration and mind thinking. Congrats once again and I hope that your book will be available in Australia :)

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3372 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3372 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 03:51:28 -0500 BeforePicture commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' That is so great! Congratulations! I bet it'll be a really fun read.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3373 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3373 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 05:27:18 -0500 lulu commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Brilliant!!! and you are sooo going to be on Oprah.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3374 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3374 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 05:39:41 -0500 Julia commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Julia]]> Congratulations PQ. You truly deserve this!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3375 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3375 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 06:03:19 -0500 dg commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' dg]]> happy days! well done PQ :)

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3376 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3376 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 06:30:27 -0500 Carrie commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Congratulations! I've read your blog for quite a while and you have been a great inspiration. You're a great writer and I'm looking forward to the book. :)

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3377 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3377 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 07:24:17 -0500 Mariah commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Mariah]]> Very, very cool! I've been lurking around here for quite a while, and actually have read through all your archives starting with your first post. No, I'm not trying to butter you up for a free copy of your book! But I WILL buy it when it comes out. Again, very very cool, and congratulations! Back to lurkdom...
~Mariah~

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3378 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3378 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 08:06:42 -0500 Kalyn commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Kalyn]]> So cool! I'm very excited and happy for you. As soon as I started reading this blog I said to myself, this woman should be writing a book. So when someone at Blogher mentioned they were looking for bloggers to write books, you were the first person I thought of.

Ok, you don't have to pay me 10%, but if we're ever in the same city at the same time, you've got to promise to take me to dinner.
Hugs,
Kalyn

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3379 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3379 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 08:08:13 -0500 Joy commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Joy]]> Wow - this is wonderful and exciting and though I am envious I am SO happy for you!!! Girl, you ROCK!! You have an awful lot to be proud of with all that you've accomplished and now a book on top of it? Congratulations! All this before you hit 30 - I tip my low-fat string cheese to you and wish you all the best!!! And yes, I intend to buy your book as should everyone who has benefited from following you on your journey!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3380 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3380 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 08:20:36 -0500 Tiff commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Tiff]]> YAY! That is so fabulous!!! You mine as well start toughening up the soles of your feet cause I am totally seeing you on Oprah... can't wait for the book!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3381 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3381 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 08:21:53 -0500 erinccpi commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' erinccpi]]> Hi, I've been reading your site for a year now, but this is my first time commenting. I just wanted to say Congratulations on the book deal! I love your writing and you have been so inspirational. I can't wait to buy the book.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3382 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3382 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 08:25:05 -0500 Wendy commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Wendy]]> I'm so glad someone figured out you need to publish a book. And Seal Press is a great place. Congratulations and rock on!!!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3383 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3383 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 08:25:49 -0500 Mark commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Wow!

Are you going to insure your fat pants? (You need those for the publicity pix and the lecture circuit.)

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3384 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3384 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 08:31:15 -0500 karaokekitty commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' karaokekitty]]> Congrats on the book deal! I'll definitely buy the book! I'm hoping to turn my blog into a book someday (perhaps wishful thinking, but what the hay). Anyway, congrats and good luck on the writing!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3385 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3385 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 08:54:45 -0500 psychsarah commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Wow-way to go Pasta Queen! The book deal rocks! You are a great writer and I'm sure your book will be a fantabulous read! I can't wait! Big huge congrats to you!!! (Big props to you for keeping the secret too, I think I would have caved with news that big!)

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3386 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3386 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 09:12:58 -0500 Kate commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' I LOVE that the book comes out right before your high school reunion. Note to self: try to publish book right before high school reunion.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3387 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3387 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 09:28:13 -0500 Miss New Booty commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Miss New Booty]]> Congratulations!

However, you didn't focus on what I'm most curious about: How are you going to pose for your author picture on the dust jacket?

Are you going to go all Danielle Steele on our asses in full costume? You would look dashing in a cute little sailors hat while posing behind the wheel on a boat. Or will you pose with props - like exercise equipment or those children who pretended like they were Tom Cruise's and Nicole Kidman's while they were married?

Forget about content - we all know it's about the cover.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3388 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3388 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 09:36:10 -0500 barb commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' This is so wonderful!!! and I don't think I can think of anyone more deserving than you!!! bravo!!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3389 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3389 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 09:41:03 -0500 sadinoel commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' I've already commented on the other blog and still can't believe it.

Congratulations! I'm very, truly, madly proud of you.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3390 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3390 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 09:47:43 -0500 noli commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' WOW i'm so proud of you, thanks for the inspiration, looking foward to the book.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3391 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3391 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 10:04:05 -0500 dee commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' i discovered this blog last week, and was amazed, amused by your entries, and inspired at how much you accomplished within two years. now, i am completely floored. i don't even know you and my heart is so happy for you. your writing is excellent, and i can't wait to buy the book. you better visit NYC so i can meet you. please do not stop writing this blog, we still need your stories and your inspiration!! Congratulations!! Much success, good health and happiness to you always. and yea, the fact that you will hit your goal weight and have a book published at the time (or before!) of your HS reunion is sweeter than honey. may all the little fuckers that weren't nice people eat crow!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3392 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3392 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 10:05:38 -0500 Smissy commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' I can't wait to buy the book! I'm so happy for you - you are SO deserving of this - so funny it happens in time for your high school reunion, i love it! Congratulations!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3393 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3393 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 10:12:13 -0500 Melissa commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Melissa]]> OMG - Congratulations! I am so excited for you - If anyone deserves it, you do. A few posts ago, I wrote that I hope we continue to hear from you on your blog after you cross the weight finish line. Now, I am sure that we will hear from you all of the time because you are slowly taking over all forms of media. First the internet, next print. Then TV and radio. Should your new name be the Media Queen? :D Congrats again!!!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3394 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3394 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 10:15:12 -0500 lme commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' lme]]> Woohoo! I suspected as much. Congrats, darlin' and enjoy the ride.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3395 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3395 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 10:53:34 -0500 kalmia commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Wow! A book deal? This is starting to sound like the script of a movie or the plot of a novel, starring you as the humble, hardworking, persevering protagonist who overcomes amazing obstacles to reach a goal that millions of others only dream about. It's the stuff of fairy tales, except it's real. And it couldn't happen to a more deserving person. Many, many congratulations!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3396 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3396 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 11:05:11 -0500 Laura commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' I went to Amazon to see if maybe I could pre order it, but alas, there is nothing yet. Please let us know as you get closer to publication so we can support you. I'm late to your blog so would LOVE to read your back story. Congratulations!!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3397 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3397 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 11:08:52 -0500 Les commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Les]]> Wow. That's wonderful. Congrats. Would you mind if I blogrolled you??

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3398 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3398 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 11:21:45 -0500 metamorphose commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' metamorphose]]> Holy crap, CONGRATULATIONS!!! That's so fantastic!!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3399 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3399 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 11:24:11 -0500 Randee commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Congrats!

Frankly, I had been wondering when the book folks would come knocking, and wondered why they hadn't thus far.

This one's for you:

http://www.sinfest.net/archive_page.php?comicID=2261

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3400 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3400 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 11:26:34 -0500 Jeanette commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Congrats to you! You have inspired me since the day I found you and have kept me company on my own weight loss journal.

Can I seel copies of the book directly outside the Lane Bryant stores? I love the title and am looking forward to my very own break up very soon!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3401 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3401 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 11:27:58 -0500 Karen commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' So are you planning the really casual ways you can work the phrases: "book deal", "my publicist" and "boffo bestseller" into your conversations at the reunion? Massive congratulations and you deserve all the best! Your blog has certainly helped me over the past year or so and I am very glad a wider audience will now have access to it.
And, of course, I can now tell people that I knew about you back before you became famous and that I always knew you would be a big deal. Reflected glory is just wonderful--all the positive feelings and none of the work.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3402 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3402 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 11:33:15 -0500 leora commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' leora]]> Wow! Congratulations. You earned it. You worked so hard, and so steadily for so long. I can't WAIT until your book comes out. You've been so inspirational for so many people. Not to mention that you are a pretty great writer. You are awesome!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3403 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3403 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 11:40:45 -0500 Kala commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' It makes me happy to see good things happening to folks I think really deserve it. Next stop...a chick flick based on the book!!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3404 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3404 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 12:03:15 -0500 Nienuh commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Nienuh]]> Wow! Congratulations! You absolutely deserve the book deal, both for your amazing loss as well as for your witty writing!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3405 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3405 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 12:43:17 -0500 Nina commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Nina]]> That is so awesome! I can't believe you didn't include this on your list of things you've accomplished in the past two years! You've been such an inspiration to me, I can't wait to read your book. You're the first person I've read who wants to combine a personal need to change their body, with a larger vision of fat acceptance and fat is beautiful.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3406 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3406 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 12:57:47 -0500 Debbie commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Debbie]]> Congratulations! Are you having a good week or what? Your success is well-deserved. I don't have esp or anything but I see Oprah in your future. To your continuing success.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3407 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3407 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 13:19:26 -0500 Andrea commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Andrea]]> Such fantastic news! What really shines through in your blog writing is your sardonic sense of humor, so I can't wait to see what you'll do in a book.
And you MUST keep blogging, because we're going to want to hear all about the book publishing process, the book signings and all that other glamorous stuff!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3408 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3408 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 14:56:08 -0500 christie commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' christie]]> A huge congratulations, that's wonderful news. Look forward to reading it. People will learn a LOT from you I'm sure.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3409 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3409 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 15:00:06 -0500 BlueinMO commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Wonderful news! Your writing skills have always impressed me, along with your weight loss skills. I'm not surprised that you're going to publish a book. I look forward to reading it. Would you hate me if I checked it out at the library? Yes? Okay, I'll buy one, but only because I feel like I owe you something after reading your blog for at least a year and a half now :)

Keep up the good work. Throw away the Ginsus; I'm sure you'll reach goal. And I wish I could be a fly on the wall at your high school reunion!

A loyal reader (btw, my screen name reflects my political stance; I'm not depressed!)

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3410 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3410 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 15:15:00 -0500 Milana commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Milana]]> WOW! I am SO excited for you...I knew that it was going to happen sooner or later! You are really an inspiration to us all...CONGRADS once again!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3411 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3411 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 15:40:33 -0500 Monica commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Good job! Will the book come with a CD full of spinning pics? ...heh
And how many words will it be?

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3412 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3412 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 16:02:04 -0500 jen commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' jen]]> Wonderful news! I am sure it will be a funny and insightful book. You may have to change your name to WholeWheatPastaQueen for Oprah to invite you, because you know she avoids simple carbs. :)

Good luck! I'll watch for the details of your World Tour.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3413 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3413 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 16:24:51 -0500 Christy commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Christy]]> Congrats!!!! I can't wait until I can buy your book and read it.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3414 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3414 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 16:59:45 -0500 Melissa commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Wow! That is fantastic news re your book deal! I have been a "lurker" for a while now but was so thrilled to hear your news I had to congratulate you. I hope it will be available in Australia as I would definitely buy it!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3415 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3415 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 17:18:00 -0500 Samiam commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Samiam]]> Can't think of a book I would rather read! Congrats! :)

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3416 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3416 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 17:44:28 -0500 Connie commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' I sing the praises of your blog to my friends, and I'll do the same for your book. Congratulations!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3417 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3417 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 18:05:07 -0500 C. Froggenhall commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' C. Froggenhall]]> w000000t~!

If I buy a copy from Amazon.com and mail it to you, will you sign it for me? :-D

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3418 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3418 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 18:09:46 -0500 Ali commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Ali]]> Wooohoooo! Congratulations. I can't wait to read it.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3419 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3419 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 19:30:07 -0500 Marie commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' This is SUCH exciting news!!! I look forward to reading your posts each and every day, and now I can't wait to own a copy of your book! Congrats!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3420 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3420 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 19:43:31 -0500 Ellen commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Fantastic news! Long time lurker here to wish you all the best. I am so proud of you that I can't stop smiling. Good things do indeed come to good people, thank you for this reminder.

I plan on standing in a VERY long line to get my personalized copy when you hit Chicago on your book tour. Fun stuff.....

~Ellen

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3421 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3421 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 19:47:09 -0500 Denise commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' So can I preorder the book now to make sure that I get a copy (signed of course)? Congratulations, what a huge accomplishment this is and you should be extremely proud of yourself. This is only the beginning of even better things to come. You are awesome and an inspiration to everyone. Thank you!!!!
Denise

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3422 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3422 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 19:48:05 -0500 mal commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' mal]]> Amazing. This whole phenomenon is amazing. But, it is nowhere more well-deserved than here. Glad to hear your exciting news, and congratulations!

PS: I habitually buy books written by bloggers (obviously, I like the style of writing or I wouldn't be here) so you can count on my cha-ching!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3423 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3423 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 20:22:11 -0500 honestly commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' I think you are an AMAZING writer. Funny as hell.

I am dying to read your book.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3424 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3424 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 21:02:07 -0500 Karine commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' WOW girl! You are an absolute legend! I also always thought you needed to write a book. I throroughly enjoy all your posts every day and you've been a great companion for me for the past year. So far I lost 80 lbs, and have some 35 more to go. I am soooooo proud and happy for you, I will not only buy your book, but I will give and recommend it to lots of people! Do you know if there's a list of bloggers who wrote books out there? I love 2 read about people's weight loss journeys, makes me feel like I am part of a great community. Congrats once again, can't wait for the book!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3425 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3425 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 21:22:46 -0500 Joy commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' I'm a big fan of your website. I just recently discovered it after looking for weight loss blogs. I haven't commented before, but I just had to congratulate you on the book deal! You've inspired me and I really do hope you get on Oprah one day so you can inspire even more.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3426 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3426 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 21:35:15 -0500 Erin commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Erin]]> Congratulations! When they turn you into an ABC sitcom, would you make them let you play yourself?

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3427 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3427 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 22:42:42 -0500 bazu commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' bazu]]> Wowee- congrats! Your book will be great not just because of your unique story, but because you're such an entertaining writer! I'm mentally channeling Oprah to invite you on her show... Oprah... Oprah...

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3428 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3428 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 22:46:20 -0500 KL commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' KL]]> You're really an inspiration! Congrats on the deal!

KL

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3429 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3429 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 22:47:34 -0500 Kim commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Wow, I haven't commented in a while, but have been here silently reading. Way to go. Congratulations are definitely in order - though apparently 61 people beat me to it. You are my hero: you can build a great blog, write well, lost almost half your weight and a book deal. And your how old? (That's rhetorical - I'm sure its around here somewhere) You should be really proud of yourself - for all of those. Again, WAY TO GO!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3430 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3430 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 23:22:50 -0500 Joyce commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' I am so extremely proud of pastaqueen who I also refer to as my wonderful daughter. Thank you to all of her wonderful readers!!!!!! I have been reading the blog for about 6 months and this is my first time posting--some of my sisters and nieces decloaked before me. The comments from the global blog-reading community have been as heartwarming as PQ's entries. Thank you for all your love, caring, encouragement, channeling, etc, etc, etc. . . . As you have all witnessed she is a truly amazing young lady!!!! The cover of the book will not have enough space to list all of her fantastic achievements--possibly a full chapter might begin to give the reading public a glimmer of her many talents! PQ, I love you dearly--even if you had not already promised me a free autographed copy of the book!!!!!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3431 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3431 Thu, 01 Feb 2007 23:58:31 -0500 Patty commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Patty]]> Way to go pasta queen! That is so awesome and I'm sure the book will be a big hit and so happy for you, you deserve it.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3432 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3432 Fri, 02 Feb 2007 00:06:45 -0500 Betsy commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' AHHHH!!! You rock!! I've been reading your blog for months but I've never commented. I kept coming back for your awesome sense of humor, writing style, and perseverence! I can't wait to read your book!!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3433 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3433 Fri, 02 Feb 2007 00:21:36 -0500 crankybee commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' crankybee]]> Well done chick! I wonder what will be on the cover...maybe one of thoses hologram things that changes when you move side to side (I don't know what they're called) And one could of you, you know, LARGE, and one could be of you, you know, BUFF. And the speed at which you change from big to small could be up to the discretion of the viewer.

I think I need a drink.


And your MUM commented! LOL! ON YA MUM! If my mother a) knew what a blog was b) knew I had one c) read it, sll she'd say is "stop swearing, big mouth foul mouth!"

And with that loud of woop, I'm off! Again, congrats. See you Oprah with that annoying Bob Greene next to you. And if Oprah doesn't call, what about Tyra? Sally Jessy Raphael? Or is she dead?

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3434 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3434 Fri, 02 Feb 2007 00:59:26 -0500 Megan commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Megan]]> Congratulations! You seem like such a kind person, so I'm thrilled that something awesome happened to such a good person. You deserve it. I can't wait to be further inspired by you when I read your book!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3435 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3435 Fri, 02 Feb 2007 01:53:48 -0500 vickie commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' you write extremely well. You are easy to identify with and you have such a nice light tone to your writing - your book will be GREAT. Congrats!!!!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3436 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3436 Fri, 02 Feb 2007 07:04:28 -0500 Bree commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' I'm so proud of you. You rock!!!! Congrats!!!!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3437 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3437 Fri, 02 Feb 2007 08:32:59 -0500 v'ron commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' v'ron]]> Yay!!! You have good story to tell without being bitter -- which a lot of the ones out there seem to have. I'm sure you'll let us all know when it comes out. Let us know the best way to buy it that gets you the most brownie points (at a bookstore? via amazon? show up for the booksigning tour?)

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3438 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3438 Fri, 02 Feb 2007 09:27:27 -0500 Aunt Annette commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Well, I can't miss posting today! I'm so happy for you Jennette! Like I said the other day, you're just beginning! You go girl!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3439 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3439 Fri, 02 Feb 2007 09:29:59 -0500 Mymsie commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Mymsie]]> What a dream come true!! CONGRATS - can't wait to buy the book!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3440 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3440 Fri, 02 Feb 2007 09:33:46 -0500 Rachel commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Rachel]]> Wow, I'm the Johnny Come Lately, apparently, but let me just add my congratulations to everybody else's and say YOU DESERVE IT! Your blog is awesome and you really are an inspiration. You are guarateed at least ONE book sold because I WILL BE PREORDERING A COPY FROM AMAZON!!! Please keep us in the loop so we'll know when to go attack the bookstores.

You are totally welcome to stay in my guest room if you ever come promote the book in Salt Lake! It's right next door to my treadmill room. ;)

Congratulations again! I am SO EXCITED for you!!!!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3441 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3441 Fri, 02 Feb 2007 11:22:30 -0500 ky_expatriate commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' ky_expatriate]]> If you're in DC, come stay with us! We have a spare bedroom and cat and everything. We have a lovely independent bookstore chain that might be interested in a signing --Olsson's. I occasionally e-mail a columnist who did a reading there, so let me know if I can use my non-existent connections on your behalf.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3442 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3442 Fri, 02 Feb 2007 12:02:11 -0500 Jules commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Jules]]> Hi PQ, Congrats! Well deserved.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3443 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3443 Fri, 02 Feb 2007 13:07:55 -0500 Felicia commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' I stumbled across your blog a few days ago and have been totally sleep-deprived while reading through your archives and catching up with your story. Your weight loss success, and now, writing style and success, make me completely green with jealousy! But in a good way. :-) I only have 30 lbs to lose too! Good luck. This blog is completely inspiring.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3444 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3444 Fri, 02 Feb 2007 13:12:40 -0500 NicoleW commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' NicoleW]]> WOW! Congratulations, and I can't wait to read the book.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3445 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3445 Fri, 02 Feb 2007 13:44:21 -0500 Elaine Vigneault commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Elaine Vigneault]]> Congratulations. This is awesome news. I'm interested to see the final product. Blooks are the way to go!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3446 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3446 Fri, 02 Feb 2007 13:54:33 -0500 lovelines commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' lovelines]]> GOOD JOB on the book deal! You deserve it! I'll definitely buy a copy. I love reading the blog already, the book should be even better!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3447 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3447 Fri, 02 Feb 2007 14:42:59 -0500 Debbie commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Debbie]]> This is my second comment on my post. As I said to the other 2 I just told... I hope you don't mind, but you've been tagged. Follow my URI to T.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3448 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3448 Fri, 02 Feb 2007 15:28:10 -0500 Anabell commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Anabell]]> yes! There is a god. Congratulations PastaQueen. You really really really deserve this. I'll start saving now because shipping costs are a bitch.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3449 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3449 Fri, 02 Feb 2007 19:18:02 -0500 cari.wagner@sbcglobal.net commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' I am normally a lurker but I just had to congratulate you!! I am so proud of you!!

Who knows maybe this was the journey that you were meant to take....your struggles, and challenges have lead you to such success!

I continue to wish you the best!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3450 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3450 Fri, 02 Feb 2007 19:34:49 -0500 Trish commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Trish]]> Just wanted to send a quick congrats.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3451 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3451 Fri, 02 Feb 2007 21:04:01 -0500 digsite commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' digsite]]> That is awesome news! You must be SO excited!! I'll be one of the first in line to buy your book! =)

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3452 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3452 Fri, 02 Feb 2007 21:09:36 -0500 Amanda commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Amanda]]> Honey. From a fellow uber-goober who has struggled with her weight, can I just say, "Damn.". You rock.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3453 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3453 Sat, 03 Feb 2007 00:29:19 -0500 Sue commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' I'm so excited for you! Congrats!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3454 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3454 Sat, 03 Feb 2007 02:11:05 -0500 another long time lurker commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Oh happy happy joy joy! Your book is going to be so good! Can't wait! I know it's been said a b'jillion times, but you are a super great inspiriation. Thanks for sharing so much of your heart and soul with us all...and I know that with you being a scorpio, that can't have been the easiest thing for you to do, however, it is very much appreciated!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3455 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3455 Sat, 03 Feb 2007 11:17:19 -0500 the veggie paparazzo commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' the veggie paparazzo]]> Congratulations!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3456 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3456 Sat, 03 Feb 2007 14:25:06 -0500 katrina commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' WOW! Huge congrats to you! I can't wait to read it. You are such an inspiration!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3457 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3457 Sat, 03 Feb 2007 16:07:54 -0500 Tonya commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Tonya]]> I've just started reading your blog. It has truly inspired me to continue changing my life style. Congrats on your success and book. I will definitely be on the look out for it! Will you continue to blog even after your weightloss and book is complete? -Tonya

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3458 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3458 Mon, 05 Feb 2007 09:53:17 -0500 sweet_talker commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' woot woot!!! sweet deal, pasta queen. I'll buy it.

I can't help but feel your pain with emails being lost with all the spam, too. That part stuck out especially because I think I might have accidently deleted an email sent from Half of Me or PastaQueen or something like that in my "Junkmail"...it was right around when I first posted here. Sorry, if that is completely irrelevant or wrong, or you/the website automatically sent an email to me.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3459 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3459 Thu, 08 Feb 2007 03:40:59 -0500 mo pie commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' mo pie]]> AWESOME NEWS!!! Dude, congrats!!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3460 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3460 Thu, 08 Feb 2007 17:07:47 -0500 littlem commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' OMG!!! *hires brass band to play Indiana fight song*

I just got an ASCAP Award, and also just scored a film for the TFF. When you get your movie deal (come on, you know it's the next step after Book Club of the Oprah Goddess), if you like, I will score your film.

Also, I have NEVER seen anyone keep a secret like that. They need to name an award after you.

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3461 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3461 Fri, 09 Feb 2007 00:10:49 -0500 LauraBorafromBufaDora commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' LauraBorafromBufaDora]]> I AM SO WICKED PSYCHED FOR YOU!!! I will be yet another royalty for you, I have loved your blog for over a year and have often thought you should be writing books -- like many other commenters, apparently!! Rock on with your badass self...I'm going to wave that book in people's faces and act totally cool saying stuff like, "Yeah, I read her blog back when she had so far only lost TWO FIFTHS of her!"

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3462 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3462 Sat, 10 Feb 2007 21:51:25 -0500 Susan commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Wow! Congratulations! You deserve it!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3463 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3463 Sun, 11 Feb 2007 12:42:46 -0500 Sarah commented on 'Coming to book stores in 2008…' Sarah]]> I just e mailed you because I couldn't find this post in your blog!

]]> http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3464 http://pastaqueen.com/halfofme/archives/2007/02/coming_to_books.html#comment-3464 Fri, 16 Mar 2007 18:32:12 -0500