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00:37 Award Nomination News
01:41 Award Nomination Details
05:00 NYC plans & vlogging
05:57 Leaving social media
08:50 Grief & burnout
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@ErinLovegood73 Год назад

Glad to see people are taking notice. Congratulations on the nod. I've read all four books and have loved every one. Can't wait for the Bitter End

@winterkind1772 Год назад

I'm so happy for you! You helped me through so many writing problems and seeing that your work is recognised makes me so happy!

@lexietalionis Год назад

I didn't realize you'd lost your mom--I'm so, so sorry. In my experience, the first year is the hardest. Every day is the first, for example, 'March 29th' that you have without them. And the absolutely healthy response of grief to such an extreme loss is still treated so often by society as if it's something to get over and get over quickly. But it isn't. Part of it lives with you forever. Biggest hugs. Your mother must have been so incredibly proud of you.

@jpch8814 Год назад

Holy shit!!!!! This is amazing! Congrats. I remember crazy famous authors like Gillian Flynn and Stephen King winning The Edgar! OMG, You are nominated.

@DrVVVinK Год назад

One thing a love about Alexa is how modest she is. When she talks about not quitting her day job, and how she would not be able to support herself as a full time writer. That may be true for 99% of writers. But soon I can see her being able to do this full time. And cook thing is how i been watching her since the beginning.

@haykay1626 Год назад

@@DrVVVinK Very true! It's so amazing to see her grow as an author.

@AFringedGentian Год назад

I am laughing and crying at the same time, I am so happy for you and so proud of you! I loved “Pretty Dead Queens” and you deserve this!

@shaundarae4507 Год назад

I am so happy that I have been along for the ride. I know you don't owe anyone a video, but I am always happy when you post ❤

@cybilmallory Год назад

9:26 Instant tears when you said out loud “I’m a worse version of myself” post your loss. I’ve never heard anyone say that before but it’s so real and relatable and thank you for saying it! I’m a worse version of myself post a big loss too. I find myself wondering how to get back to my old self but I don’t think it’s possible. Maybe that’s okay.

@luisaah5707 Год назад

Wow that is amazing! Don't worry about vlogging. I fully understand that. I ordered an analog watch just to use my phone less. This feels so much better. Unplug and enjoy this moment it's for you! ❤🎉

@alwaysapirateroninace443 Год назад

Wow, that's amazing! Congratulations!

@StephenAryan44 Год назад

Congratulations! Fantastic news

@KiLOBYTEQT Год назад

Congratulations, Alexa! Your channel has been so educational for me throughout my journey trying to write my first novel. I feel safe here and I thoroughly enjoy your content. I hope you win! You deserve it.

@novemberninth4392 Год назад

TWO Alexa Donne videos in a week? Christmas came early. Congratulations!

@moonpetrie Год назад

Congratulations! I get the “how do you do it all” question a lot (four kids, job, home, writing and querying…) and I say I’m always dropping the ball on something, I just try not to drop the SAME ball too many times in a row.

@jvever4904 Год назад

Congrats on the nomination! I hope your writing goes well and you finish your book soon, too.

@liachngo Год назад

Alexa, I’m so sorry for your loss. Going through grief is painful, but something we inevitably experience every time we lose somebody or something important to us. I’m glad to hear you are allowing yourself to grieve. I think if we end up bottling it instead of letting it out, the grief will eat us inside out. Wishing for brighter days to come your way.

@ktellis06 Год назад

You deserve it! Pretty Dead Queens is excellent. My whole reading group passed it around and loved it!!!

@candacehardy100 Год назад

Wow! Congratulations!

@lindsayb1779 Год назад

"If you're also struggling with writing, welcome." Haha! This is so me and I feel so seen. Congrats on the nomination!

@AuthorAKLim Год назад

Congratulations on your nomination! You absolutely deserve it :) Glad to hear you're taking care of yourself and figuring out where social media fits into your career as an author. Your videos are such a wealth of knowledge and I'll definitely be jumping to watch any content you put out, however often that might be!

@cathyl3526 Год назад

Cooking the Books? Plots and Pots? Congrats on the Edgar nom. Well-deserved.

@timpancakes2011 Год назад

Aw congrats!!! That's such an accomplishment and we are all thrilled for you 😊 HAPPY WRITING

@drordror3 Год назад

Congrats!!! And thank you for the sincere video

@brightfaith8403 Год назад

Congratulations, Alexa💜 I’m insanely proud of you. CONGRATS!🎉🎉🎉

@rollierollout Год назад

Congratulations!!! 🎉🎉🎉

@derrickchow9415 Год назад

Congratulations!!!!

@XannasBooks Год назад

I definitely feel the transition/growing in writing to be a pain in the butt while working. I actively know I could do better but I don't know how to pull that off yet haha. Congrats on the award! It is a well-earned nomination 🥰

@elise_elise13 Год назад

First off, CONGRATULATIONS!!! Second, honestly, it's so nice to hear that you needed to step back from social media for yourself. I honestly hate social media. I forget about it more often than not. But mostly, I just hate how I feel when I'm actively on it. I've always been terrified of the Author as Brand idea.

@alphonso1826 Год назад

As a unknown and rookie author who loves writing since I was a kid. I am so happy for you to have this chance and be apart of legend

@mbilmey Год назад

Congratulations!!!!! And thanks for updating us!!! (Also the whole grief changing your brain is helping explain a lot for me as well).

@Amy_Writes Год назад

Congratulations! How wonderful! So happy to see a video from you again. ❤

@zanemarion7211 Год назад

That is so awesome. Congratulations. That reward is one the hardest ever to be even nominated for.

@SimmerErin Год назад

So happy for you! It's amazing to see you recognize this after all you've shared about both your writing journey & personal life. I hope you enjoy your trip.

@AngelaHesterBooks Год назад

I have missed you, Alexa, but I'd much rather you be okay. Congratulations on the Edgar nomination. You deserve it! Are you still getting to work on puzzles? And you're totally going to get that book finished. I have all the faith.

@laurae614 Год назад

I have nothing original to say that hasn't been said, but...CONGRATULATIONS! Sometimes in life, you DO get what you truly deserve. You have a following which is great for promotion, but seems like u truly want ur people to succeed. Love it. Again, congratulations, Gorgeous!

@SongOfTheNecromaner Год назад

No pressure to come back, but always enjoy seeing content from you!

@haykay1626 Год назад

With hardship, comes ease. Huge congratulations, Alexa! So happy for you!

@luaquiri Год назад

Really happy f or you. I haven't actually read your books but I have been absorbing your videos here as I want to start writing my first novel as well. I'm very sorry for your loss. I lost my mom late 2021 suddenly as well and grief is hard. It changes you more than you realize and it makes things so much harder. So it's great that your life is getting back on track. Social Media is like quicksand and getting out of it is a good thing (even though I love your videos).

@Cybelle2010art Год назад

Congratulations 🎉

@theresaginaaust6815 Год назад

OMG yay!!!🤩

@BreeKaitlyn Год назад

Congratulations on the Edgar award - you do deserve it, don't think otherwise! I have seriously missed your videos, but girl, you do what's best for you! Your true fans will be here, waiting :) I'm so excited for you to be getting back out there and doing what makes you happy. Best of luck with your journey!

@a.gunter2893 Год назад

Congratulations!

@WolveriaTV Год назад

Congratulations Alexa!! That's going to be so amazing, I'm so happy for you!

@lilyd8908 Год назад

Congratulations Alexa!! This is so exciting for you, and I’m happy to see an update. I hope 2023 treats you all the best.

@funfnir3646 Год назад

Congrats!!! I’m so glad people are taking notice!

@aprillovemay Год назад

I'm so happy and glad u r doing better mentally! So excited 4 The Bitter End btw!

@nancy_weis Год назад

I'm so happy you got nominated! To be honest, I was afraid to read your books, because the ones I read from other authortubers were not good... often despite them being good teachers though! But now I read "Pretty dead queens" and it's so good. 😂 You mostly apply what you share and you teach what you do.

@mevia_mastropietro_author Год назад

Congratulations on the nomination!! I’ve been following you for so long, it is awesome to see how far you’ve come. And I’m so glad you haven’t been cheating on us with TikTok this entire time 😂 Enjoy your awards weekend next month!!

@angelatheriault8855 Год назад

Wow! That is really some fantastic news and I couldn’t be happier for you. Wow!

@tooniet4964 Год назад

you’re so real. congrats!

@ladeanadockery6220 Год назад

Awesome on the Edgar nominations. Bring a friend along and have them do the vlog.

@CamSchellsLuna Год назад

Congratulations on being nominated for an award! That is amazing!

@jonahmaddox9341 Год назад

Congratulations on award

@JessieWinterspring Год назад

Haha I can't stop smiling while listening to you :) You're so worthy of the nomination. And I relate so bad about pressure and social media things... I love seeing this video. PS: I hate paperwork. They're so annoying!

@NixLaLoupe Год назад

Congrats! You deserve it 100%!

@SarahAtHeart Год назад

Congratulations on the nomination!! So well-deserved! 🎉

@aprilchardy1 Год назад

That is freaking awesome! Congratulations!!!!🎉

@aedynbrooks6900 Год назад

Congratulations!! Way to go!

@dianagarland4907 Год назад

Congratulations on the nomination! I hope you have a wonderful time in New York.

@PaigeHWrites Год назад

Congratulations! Well deserved, I loved Pretty Dead Queens!

@veronikachristen2373 Год назад

Oh my god! So happy for you!! :))) This is great news! I loved Pretty Dead Queens - it was my favorite book of yours so far. Also your twist....! Not spoiling anything, but you did a really good job at misdirection, because I totally saw one thing coming and tought I had it all figured out, but oh my God... nope. you totally got me there: I would love to know if you always knew how it would end or what sparked the idea in the first place.

@Riawyn Год назад

I loved that book and The Ivies. Congrats!

@CKSage-writes Год назад

Oh my gosh! Congratulations!

@amotleyartwkatherine Год назад

🎉 Congratulations! Absolutely enjoy this experience and take some time for yourself.

@kfa6830 Год назад

Huge congratulations!!!!

@jessevaras Год назад

OMG! I am so incredibly proud of you!!!

@jodimeadows Год назад

So dang proud of you!

@oliverticalstudios Год назад

Just looked it up! Congratulations! Well deserved! 🏁🏁🏁

@indomitableB Год назад

Congrats! I'm emotional right now. 🎉

@esthermarieandujar Год назад

Congratulations on the nomination!!! I’m sure everyone drops the ball or multiple balls when trying to do a lot of things. You are not alone there. I’m glad you are being more present in life. Is hard to shake the idea of if is not on photo or video it didn’t happen. Good luck on writing Biter ends.

@h.j.nelson Год назад

I finally figured it out: Alexa reminds me of the main actress from the Netflix show Crazy Ex-Girlfriend! right? Anyone? XD Congrats on being nominated, you deserve it! Happy Writing!

@mousecara5555 Год назад

Congratulations 🎉 I am so happy for you, great news🎉

@chucklitka2503 Год назад

Congrats and best of luck!

@SuVidaAnimates Год назад

Congratz!! :3

@Viksbelle Год назад

Congratulations!🎉🎉🎉🎉

@HollywoodRoyalty Год назад

I am very happy for you. ❤

@icedoatmilklatte910 Год назад

This is huge!! Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉

@samanthaosei Год назад

So happy for you, you deserve it.

@emilyestelle7471 Год назад

Wow, Congrats! That is so huge!

@LinnaAP Год назад

I was just thinking how I missed your videos when the previous one dropped but this time there wasn't even time for that ksksk let's hope for more of that but if not that's okay too. Congrats on the nomination 👏

@StudPuppy947 Год назад

You deserve the award! Would you be able to do a video about co-writers? The pros and cons. And where to find one?

@andeeharry Год назад

Well done to you, so proud of you Aunt Alexa

@RoseKindred Год назад

I haven't read that book, yet, but congrats. The effort you put into your writing, and for informing us about the industry, shows and the nomination alone is well deserved on principle.

@mare2723 Год назад

So happy for you!!!

@rizzypizzy Год назад

Oh, wow! Congrats!

@maps_dc Год назад

Congrats 🎉 🎊

@djyniajoseph117 Год назад

Congratulations love, you deserve it 🤗👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

@nev_ber Год назад

Congratulations 🎉🍾 Well deserved 👏

@RoseKindred Год назад

I just started getting back into social media after a several-year break. It is, different, to put it lightly. Trying to take your previous advice and it feels hard now. And I am similar to you, I was an early adopter and runner on social media, all in all the break helped me. I look forward to more videos, even if they are shorter so you don't stress over the extra work, at the minimum an update to the award.

@elizalagonia1049 Год назад

I'm in the bridge years for social media. Like I had it in my early 20's with FB, and late high school had the online diary thing, and of course MySpace was my college years. I get to detox a lot. I also hate paperwork. My sister posted a thing when she decided to leave her ex husband it said. "Are you a glass half empty or half full person? I'm here to tell you it doesn't matter. Sometimes you have to put the glass down to make life better." Don't feel bad for putting the glass down. Have fun in NYC, and please be careful. I miss my city but I moved for a reason.

@AchillesSafehaven Год назад

That's amazing news - congrats

@nmtlnm Год назад

I'm sooooo Happy for you.🎉

@AnEmbarrassmentofBooks Год назад

WOW WOW WOW!!! Congratulations!!!!

@kathleenschwab4645 Год назад

Hooray!

@brianleeyoung3785 Год назад

congrats!!

@mare2723 Год назад

It’s such an honor to bear witness to the full range of your emotions and we want you to take care of yourself. Also, it’s my opinion, that it would be wonderful if you just take some time to feel the glory of being nominated before you force yourself to write right after this video. I believe we should milk the good things for all they’re worth and I believe that for a lot of reasons. It makes me feel so good to see something so wonderful happening to you when my life is on pause and I’m concerned that all my glory days are in the past.

@spinicals Год назад

Very cool!

@storyteller2882 Год назад

Wow. Congrats.

@wordcharm2649 Год назад

Solution! Vlog only inside the hotel, inside your room (like thoughts before the event, thoughts after) when everything is fresh on your mind. Maybe a day of sightseeing, etc. But don't vlog THE main events, like you going to the theatre or the actual awards night. That could be a good way to vlog but remain present when it counts. Either way: Congrats!

@Danielle2Cats Год назад

Congrats.

@armstronghawkins9183 Год назад

I've been only on IG for 6 years. And I only use it to view art galleries. RU-vid, I don't count b/c I view it as what TV used to be. : ) Your mom died before pandemic? Maybe you posted bout this before....haven't seen you in my feed for a year, I think. Me too. At first I thought it was good to have the pandemic year immediately after, but then...it made for some weird grief. Mebbe. : ) I am still going through boxes. In fact, it's my big project for the summer! ALL boxes shipped from mom's old place will be emptied out by Aug! May the Force be with you. Congrats on the nom. Haven't seen the Charles in years. Miss it.