About 5 years ago I had an idea. Just a little seed of an idea, really. Why are there no books out there written by police wives? or about police wives?, I thought. I mean books that are somewhat realistic, of course. And so the idea grew... I like to write, why not try to write a book myself? Something small, but something that lets me share the stories of my life with Officer Jake.
I tried, but it went very slowly. Then a year and a half later I discovered the world of blogging. It was an answer to what I was looking for - a way to share my life with other law enforcement families out there. And so lapdwife.com was born. And grew and grew and grew.
Finally, 5 years later, I've managed to take the best of what I've written for this blog and combine it with all new stories, anecdotes, lists and fun stuff I've been holding back just for this. And now it's here - THE BOOK. I'm still having trouble believing that I really did it. And honestly, I'm freaking out a little. Writing a book reveals a very intimate part of the author, I believe, and it's a little scary doing this. I know, I've been writing for the blog for what seems like forever. But this tangible object just makes it all the more real, you know?
I sent out preview chapters to a pretty wide sampling of local and national law enforcement officers and their family to let me know what they think. I was able to edit and refine the book using their feedback and, well, it's now or never.
And so I'm proud to announce that my book "Police Wife - My Life Married to the Badge" is now available. If you'd like to check it out, just go to the LAPD Wife CafePress store where you can see the front and back cover up close and place your orders - just in time for the holiday season.
And please, let me know what you think. Honestly, I couldn't have done this without you.
Congratulations. Wooo hooo.
Posted by: brettdl | December 04, 2007 at 02:27 AM
Yeah! I'm so glad to finally see the book! I placed my order this morning.
Posted by: Cat | December 04, 2007 at 08:37 AM
Your going be famous! Congrats..great stocking stuffer.
Posted by: Cliff | December 04, 2007 at 01:34 PM
Woohoo, can't wait to read more :-) .
Posted by: Mich | December 04, 2007 at 06:34 PM
that's amazing! congratulations on such a daunting task. i'm checking out your book now. :)
Posted by: melissa | December 04, 2007 at 09:43 PM
Congrats, Renee! You're a real, live Author now. May you have many more books to come.
Posted by: SES | December 07, 2007 at 09:11 PM
Just ordered my copy of your book. I can't wait to receive it. I'm so excited for you Renee....I'll have to get my copy autographed next time I see you.
Posted by: 5150 4MYLT | December 11, 2007 at 08:16 PM
For you, 5150, of course!
Posted by: Renee | December 12, 2007 at 10:05 PM
What about me :-(
;-) ,lol
Posted by: Mich | December 28, 2007 at 10:58 PM