And the winner is Diana Murdock

03 Nov 2011 10 Comments

by Marion Spicher in Self Promotion, Sharing Fun or something that touched me, Social Networking, Websites of interest to writers Tags: Diana Murdock, Donald Maass "Fire in Fiction" and "Writing the Breakout Novel", Marion Spicher, Self exam for Breast Cancer, Winner of October comment drawing

On my October 25th blog, I offered a drawing for the Donald Maass book “Writing the Breakout Novel” to all who commented. Diana Murdock was the name pulled from the bag. Hope you find great things in the book, Diana. I am currently reading “Fire in Fiction” and highly recommend it. Now back to writing. Weekend approaching, wishing you all a fantastic finish of the week, and something you enjoy on the weekend.

For your viewing pleasure, stick with this video to get the message. I think you’ll enjoy it as much as I did.

10 Comments (+add yours?)

Lesann
Nov 03, 2011 @ 13:01:45

Too darn funny. I about cried when they panned to each guy lounging on a table. I’ve never been to a doctor’s office that looked like that one. I wonder if he’s taking new patients?

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- Marion Spicher
  Nov 03, 2011 @ 13:16:13
  
  Thanks, Lesann! Glad you enjoyed it. If you find a doctor’s office that qualifies, let us know! Marion Spicher (Life is a treasure hunt) Blog: http://marionspicher.wordpress.com/ Webpage: http://www.marionspicher.com/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/mspicher
  
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Patricia Sands
Nov 03, 2011 @ 13:26:59

This video is HOT in more ways than one. This is the third time I’ve seen it this week … and it will never be enough! Great idea for the Breast Cancer Awareness people to take a new approach and we can all enjoy spreading the word!

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- Marion Spicher
  Nov 03, 2011 @ 14:47:53
  
  Hello, Patricia, you are so right. I first saw this on the Greater Seattle RWA daily digest email, described only as a “hot email.” It tickled me to read one gals response, “All I got when I clicked on it was some ad for breast cancer.” I responded, “You didn’t watch it long enough.”
  
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Laurie Ryan
Nov 03, 2011 @ 15:19:32

LOVE the video. And congratulations to Diana!

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- Marion Spicher
  Nov 03, 2011 @ 15:31:57
  
  Hi, Laurie. Dianna is happy the book is in the mail. Glad you enjoyed the video. Certainly makes the message stick! Thanks for stopping by. Pictured you at ECWC loading up your brain and sharing yourself with others.
  
  Marion Spicher (Life is a treasure hunt) Blog: http://marionspicher.wordpress.com/ Webpage: http://www.marionspicher.com/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/mspicher
  
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Diana Murdock
Nov 03, 2011 @ 21:06:01

Marion, first of all, thank you again! Totally excited to get the book.

Next, thank you for the video…I don’t think my self-breast exams will ever be the same again!!! Those guys are so funny – and cute – okay…definite eye candy!

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- Marion Spicher
  Nov 04, 2011 @ 10:03:09
  
  The book is in the mail. Glad the movie will stick with you, and encourage the checking. I had to share because the genius behind this video was such a surprise and very effective for us gals, accustomed to lectures without fun. Have a great weekend!
  
  Marion Spicher Blog: http://marionspicher.wordpress.com Website: http://www.marionspicher.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/MarionSpicher Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarionSpicher
  
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Angela Orlowski-Peart
Nov 05, 2011 @ 21:06:46

Oh boy, Marion. We all should get those smart phone apps *wink*

Congrats, Diana. Enjoy the book, sista. I just ordered it yesterday from Amazon

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- Marion Spicher
  Nov 05, 2011 @ 21:59:26
  
  Hi Angela! One you get that book digested, you will love his book,
  The Fire in Fiction. I am reading it now. Might be able to get it cheaper from Writer’s Digest?
  
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