Publication Day
October 2, 2006
Today is P-day. The official day that Decent Exposure hits the shelves of bookshops all over the UK. Actually, it hasn’t hit the shelves of one at least but…
I had a phone call this morning from Annette G who had just bought a copy from Waterstones in Princes Street, Edinburgh. Which was really cool – thanks Annette, you’re the first person I know to have seen it in the shops and I can’t wait to spot it. And thanks Duckface for the texts.
I thought I might be driving round looking for it today but work has got in the way (I’ve been out all day doing a magazine feature) and also my mind has been slightly distracted as my daughter went off to uni yesterday. If she’s looking, CJ, hello!
I still have no broadband but Virgin have said Bt should have it restored by Thursday night. I won’t hold my breath and I’ll carry on blogging about it until they do. So it’s quite difficult for me to post pictures etc on here with only dial-up.
On a lovely note, I’ve had two fascinating and fun reviews from some of the first people to read the book so if they don’t mind I’ll post them here. This is such a thrill for me to have people reading and enjoying the book. thanks for these – they are edited for spoilers btw.
I loved it!The descriptions transported me to the Lakes and their…unpredictable weather. I fell in love with the characters got choked up at both of their insecurities and anguish, and heaved a big happy sigh at the end. But most of all, I could hear all these characters speak – the dialogue is pitch perfect and never strikes a note that makes one think ‘but no-one actually says that’.
It took me miles away from my suburban sofa for three hours – and, as Daisy Goodwin says, that’s what books like this are all about! 
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(Steph)
I could, of course, just wax lyrical about how sexy Will is… but I think that may go without saying. Or what a sympathetic character Emma is, bruised but unbowed, sassy when she needs to be but warm as molten fudge on the inside. I think the way they each in their different ways overcome their fear of committing again is beautifully realised through the course of the book.
The title brings out so many of the themes that are running through the book. Emma is getting ‘exposure’ for the mountain rescue team through the calendar. There are the fells with their threatening changes of weather lurking in the background all the time, with their danger of physical ‘exposure’. And of course, the fear of the two central characters of exposure of their damaged hearts to these new feelings they are experiencing…What else am I jealous of? So much! The completely natural flow of the dialogue, whether it’s Emma and Will’s gloriously sparky sparring, or the mountain rescue team being boys together, or just the chat in the tourist board office. Then there is the glorious build up – and release! – of the sexual tension, but, hmm hmm, let’s not go there.
(lostin1855)
I hope you all enjoy reading it as much i as loved writing it.
P x
Posted by Phillipa @ 12:07 pm | Leave a Comment
Nell Dixon Says:
Congrats, Pip. Can’t wait to see you on Saturday to get my hands on a copy of the book!
Monica Says:
Phillipa, I’ve been trying to get my hands on a copy of your book! I’ve visited my WH Smiths twice and Asda three times but they’ve still got the September books on the shelves. Going to wait until weekend before trying again.
Charlotte Says:
Hello Mum 😀
Just about to go and investiagte the bouncy castle growing steadily outside the bar. I haven’t had chance to look for DE, but I will!x
Having fun (and grrr @ BT!)
Love CJ
x
Phillipa Says:
Hi CJ
If you can’t be good, be careful. Have a great time. See you on Saturday – i’m getting some lovely feedback for DE. Mum x
Duckface Says:
Oh No
My copy has still not arrived !!!!
what pants !
DF x
Rosy Thornton Says:
Well, I’ve got mine, read it, and it’s brilliant!! A thoroughly enjoyable, funny, sexy, warm and human read. Many congratulations, Phillipa – hope it sells like hot cakes!
Rosy xx
Kate Allan Says:
Congratulations! I love your cover.