Someone asked me if writing a book and the subsequent publication was like giving birth; yes, I think it is. A new book is just like a new baby – expecting the arrival, waiting for what seems like forever and thinking that you know each and all of the peculiarities and the distinguishing characteristics. When you actually meet face to face it is strangely something of a surprise, a very happy and emotional surprise.
French Essence has been two years in the making and I don’t think a day has passed where I have not thought about the words or the images. Since conception it has occupied pretty much my every waking moment. I have had the great pleasure to work with Carla Coulson again; her magical touch has captured in photographs all that I see and love about life in France. The words that I have written are heartfelt and about the people and places that I hold dear.
This week I am giving away two copies to celebrate the publication of French Essence. To enter please leave a comment and subscribe to my blog here. If you are already a subscriber you will automatically be entered to win and the winners will be announced next week…xv
… for you');)
Congratulations Vicki on the completion of French Essence. I know I will treasure your new book as much as your last.
Bon chance
Anita
How exciting to have a new baby to nurture. Not quite sure you should be giving it away when you talk about it in those glowing terms. But then I guess we all have moments when we'd love to give our babies away! Congratulations, I hope we get to see copies on the shelves of Dymocks or Borders in the not too distant future.
Your new book is amazing Vicki. I adore it and will be posting about it on ABT this week to celebrate it's launch.
One of the black & spiro girls saw it in a book shop over the weekend and she is drooling over it too!
I am sure it is going to be a huge sucess!
xo
Anna
Hello Vicki,
Felicitations on what I suspect is another fabulous book. I cannot wait to see inside and if I do not win a copy will definitely want a signed copy.
Leeann x
Congratulations and so look forward to seeing the new book. I relive my time in France through your photos and writings.
Congratulations Vicki….you can't wait to show-off your baby, I can't wait to nurse your baby on my lap and dream that I am back in France…I have been waiting for your new book and I am so excited that it will be out very soon…I know with all my heart that it will be amazing!!
Linda x
Oh my goodness that's serendipitous! I just re-consumed My French Life last night in anticipation of a planned visit to Provence in 2011. I can't wait to immerse myself in this new book. You transported me magically to a beautiful place, I'm looking forward to the next journey…
I did not know that you were writing a book! Wonderful!! I am glad to hear that! I am curious!
Greet
DEAR VICKI…have been waiting for your next book to appear!! I should say be published as it just doesnt appear as such..
congratulations…it will be beautiful..inspiring & a MOST welcome addition to my french book collection..
You are an aussie ICON in my book/!! pages..lol..
xx andrea
No matter how I get one, I'm gettin' one. I'm on the waiting list at the Book Depository…. just in case. A-M xx
Congratulations to both you and Carla on your wonderful new baby. How you will surpass the beauty and inspiration of My French Life is beyond me. I cannot wait to get my hands on a copy! xx
Vicki…congratulations on your new 'arrival'…how very exciting!!! Please count me in…and I'm already a subscriber♥x
Congratulations to you! How exciting. I cannot wait to see it.
Congratulations on your new baby! The cover is stunning! Tracey xx
Congratulations, Vicki ~ how exciting! Your 'new baby' is beautifully elegant and inviting. I'll look forward to you revealing more in good time.
How fabulous Vicki – I'm so looking forward to reading your latest book! Leigh
Congratulations!!
Cant wait to read it Vicki… and what a great analogy.
I hope it all goes really well for you.
Where and when are you having the book launch?
xx
Wow Vicki – your book is so special and amazing. I was in heaven flicking through it on the weekend when I saw it in a Borders store in Brisbane!!!!! It's on the top of my list of books to get. You are so talented xxx
Oh I'm so excited for you. I will certainly be getting a copy when it's out. I just adored "My French Life".
xoxo
Your first book is my daydreaming bible. I wish I'll add this one, too! Congratulations on your new baby!
I love your blog, can't wait to read the book!!
I love your blog.. can't wait to read your book!
Congratulations Vicki.
Two years is a long time !
Readers old and new are sure to love your 'baby' though I know. x
Vicki, I had a look through your book briefly last week and cannot wait to get my own copy. It is sooo beautifully presented and I love the front cover. It will take pride of place on my coffee table. Congratulations on your new arrival, I know it will be a sensational hit all around the world.
Hayley
Great news!! I thoroughly enjoyed 'My French Life' and can't wait for your next baby.
Vicki, I am a Brit, currently living in the very exciting city of Tokyo, Japan, after living in the wonderful city of Antwerp, Belgium for 8 years, previous to that I lived in Dublin, Ireland for 4 years. I love your blog and am currently awaiting the arrival of My French Life from Amazon UK, this new one would complete the collection! As a complete blog nut, I will always be excited when I open your "pages" and see all of the beautiful things that you share with us, your followers, all over the world.
Writing and publishing your book sure sounds like the fun of an impending birth.
Both have a great result.
Count me in for your giveaway – it would be wonderful to win a copy of your book
Congratulations Vicki on the release of another beautiful book. It is truly a delight to read! Ax
Vicki, I have your first book, My French Life, on my coffee table. I've read it cover to cover and keep it handy to flip through looking at the gorgeous photographs. Carla is a fabulous photographer for sure, but the subjects she photographs happen to be in one of the most beautiful parts of the world, oui?
I can't wait for French Essence. Count me in. I'm already a follower, but I signed up for the emails too. I can't get enough of Saint Remy. We spent two glorious months there a couple of years ago and are dying to return.
I'm hoping you will be telling us more about your newest book in future posts. A bientot.
Sam
i'm already a subscriber etc. but sincerely wanted to congratulate you on what looks like another beautiful book. they've started to pop up in oz bookstores, and i can't wait to put it with 'my french life'. ps. surely the 'birthing process' isn't quite as painful as producing a child?!! x
Thank you for the news! I cannot wait to see the book!
How fab!!
How exciting! I had no idea! I cannot imagine the work, heart, and soul that goes into the compilation of a book — I am sometimes drained just writing a heartfelt blog post or letter!
I would love to have a chance at winning a copy — how very generous of you, to give a copy of your "baby" away!
Loving your blog,
Ruth
I can't wait to savor your new book. It must be wonderful for you to see the final product. Congratulations!
ohh Vicki what great news – have been away for blogging for ages and dying to catch up on your news and wonderful life and especially this book. Mel xxx
Congratulations!! Looking forward to reading it.
Oh, how exciting! I loved "My French Life" and I can't wait for your new book. I am a new subscriber although I have been reading your blog for some time. It is beautiful!
Thank you!
Vicki, Your book is fabulous. I have been devouring every word and pouring over the beautiful pictures all weekend. I would love to get my mum a copy – she too loved My French Life as I did. You have another winner with this "little Baby.
I can't wait to pore over the pages of your new book French Essence. Congratulations Vicki!!
Oh I can't wait to see it!
I LOVED your last book dearly
And Carla's photos are to-die-for!
B R A V O Vicki!
congratulations on the new baby- she's beautiful! I already subscribe so hopefully I am entered. I will look forward to seeing your baby in the flesh in a book shop near me soon.
Oh….such congrats on your beautiful, new, bouncing baby book!
I already subscribe…but PLEASE add me in!
Can't wait!
Gostava tanto de ter este livro…
Abraço!
Nucha
How exciting! When will the book be available??
congratulations on the new book – two under your belt is impressive. my daughter and i both love your blog – looking forward to the seeing the book
OMG! i would love to win! congratulations!!! even if i don't i will still buy it so if someone on here has some tragic story about how they lost everything in a flood or fire and all they want in life is to read your book as it will put a much needed smile on their poor, sad face then by all means DON'T GIVE IT TO ME!!!
xojenny
I so very much look forward to meeting your new baby…and I'm thrilled that you decided to have "a second"!! Much success with this one as you had with your first!
Congratulations Vicki – I can't wait to see it! If I don't win, is it available for purchase yet?
–Lana
CONGRATULATIONS! What a success! I can't wait to read it.
ML
mlanesepic.blogspot.com
Congratulations, Vicki! It's a wonderful feeling, isn't it!
Dear Vicki,
Congratulations on your new book. I have a copy of "My French Life" and love it.
I have been meaning to email you for some time now. I live in Melb ourne and like you, love France. I was recently made redundant from a job I had for 23 years. Every day since I finished my job, I have considered booking a flight to Paris. Since my first trip 2 years ago (for my 40th birthday) France is somewhere I almost feel homesick for. I adore everything about it. It feels like where I should be. If it wasn't for my sisters, nieces and nephew, I would consider moving tomorrow. France is about everything that resondates with me. Beautiful architecture, amazing food and wine, style, beauty, art, culture – everything that inspires me. During my 40th birthday trip I stayed at Graveson and spent the majority of my time eating, shopping and exploring St Remy. So when I receive your newsletter, it gives me a wonderful warm feeling of lovely memories. I particularly love your articles about French style and the quaint little shops in St Remy. Thank you so much. I hope to return very soon. Warm regards, Meaghan Smith
congratulations on your new book! it looks absolutely swoon-worthy
Vicki: Congratulations!! I'm almost as excited as you are!!
Do not post this comment, please. I tried to write you via your Vicki Archer website contact info but none of the links worked.
Just letting you know the "its" in the first sentence shouldn't have an apostrophe. Not trying to nitpick but since you're announcing your new book here, I thought you might want to correct it.
Best of luck with the new book! I'll be happy to add a link to my site. xo -Lori
I am sure I would love your book. Now living in the United States it makes me sad I never visited France when I lived in England.
Thank you for the mystique that you contribute to my early morning life~!
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Wow, your incredible!!. I have been working on my books for years and I am still working on them.
Congratulations and I cannot wait to see it.
xx Coty
Congratulations!!! Can't wait to get my hands on a copy.
Congratulations! I can't wait to meet your baby either.
Can't wait to read it, Vicki.
I loved 'My French Life', although it did make me a little envious as I'm sure your new one will !!!!!!
It is a nice envy though !! and a lovely read, and the photographs are beautiful. Please enter me, although I shall be buying it if I'm not one of the lucky ones.(shouldn't have said that as it could wreck my chances!! He he) XXXX
oh! how lovely! and where will this book be sold?
I am already a subscriber and love your blog
Being obsessed with everything French, it's such an escape to see what you have posted!
the book must be gorgeous, because most french styled things are to me!
I would love a chance to win your book, what a fantastic giveaway- thank you!
Congratulations on your 'newest addition'! I can't wait to show all my friends, who also love your blog and all the fun & beautiful info/pics you share with all of us! Bravo!
I can barely wait to see your new book…I'm going to get 2 copies and send one to the EX (who has become a good friend and we get along much better now than we ever did as a married couple) who has traveled everywhere but France and longs to see your adopted land.
Steve S.
Vicki, I CANNOT WAIT to get my hands on French Essence. I have been haunting the bookstores, watching for your new baby!
Thanks for so generously sharing the view from your life. It's a treat to take a peak into all things French.
Best love, Marigail
Vicki, congrats on a goal met, I am sure if it is anything like you wonderful blog it will be filled with a dash of surprise, a sip of elegance and a lot of surprise. Lucky person who receives a copy of your new book. Sandi
Hi Vicki,
I am thrilled that your new book is finally here. Nurturing children and books and ideas is a wonderful, but often times scary process. I will sit with Jones and toast to your new baby tonight. All of the best,
Already a member and what a truly wonderful competition. What's not to love about your book – the cover alone made me swoon!
(I will make you sign my copy if I don't win comp and rush out to buy one!)
I purchased your first book "My French Life" this Spring. It was one of those books that you put aside until you find the perfect time and place to peruse it. I knew exactly where I would indulge myself. I put it away to take to my favourite place, our tiny cottage on Georgian Bay in Canada. This is my alter-ego "other place". It was a few weeks before we opened the cottage after Winter. Our first morning there, I woke early as usual, made a huge latte and settled on my big, comfy sofa with a pillow and blanket with the Spring sunshine pouring in and read your delighful book cover to cover. This was a wonderful, much anticipated treat. I particularly love your attachment to the land, the trees and the history and feel of the house. Most of all, your story of this house had a "humble" approach which makes it a dream all readers could enjoy, no matter our circumstances or budgets. Truly refreshing. I enjoy your blog very much, especially loving your posts on confidence in women. Good luck with your newest book.
My adored copy of 'My French Life' will soon breathe a sigh of relief at the rest it deserves while I swoon over my copy of French Essence … how very talented you are Vicki
xo.
congratulations! how exciting for you and what an accomplishment.
Congrats Vicky…. well done to both of you! Looking forward to reading your words and seeing Carla's photos. Have fun on the promo tour
M
I can't wait to officially meet the 'new member of the family'. congratulations Vicki, no doubt it will be fabulous and a huge success xxxxxx
Congradulations on the completion of your book. Smiles, LC
I'm thrilled to here about your book! I knew from reading your blog of your amazing talent as a writer. If I don't win I will most certainly purchase YOUR work. I admire you so very much. Marsha
This is GREAT NEWS!!!!when it comes to a book shop in Charlotte, North Carolina I'll be right there to buy it…can't wait..French Essence…How awesome..
Vicki,
How nice to find you through La Mom. I have your first book . J'dore! My daughter has a copy as well. I look forward to this new book. Your photographer is exceptional. I have a Paris photo blog and I can tell you I've drooled over your book and it's photographs many many times. I expect French Essence will be just as wonderful!
V
a must have-already subscribed-besides I never win anything. GT
And I can't wait to meet (and read) your new baby! Congratulations, Vicki!
Congratulations!!! how incredibly exiting. One of my dream has been about doing a book. I would love to purchase a copy. i will be in France next week, is it in Bookstores yet?
Cannot wait to read it
Congratulations! It looks great.
Already a follower… : )
I so enjoyed "My French Life" and cannot wait to see this one. I love the stories of the locals and the photographs. Thank you!
How lovely! I am so excited for your book!
un nouveau?????
amitiés
manon
Congratulations!!
I love the cover!
Can't wait to read your book and enjoy all your lovely pictures.
This Friday my hubby and I are headed out on an adventure to wonderland. We will be gone for five weeks, three of which will be in France!
Map in front of me as I write to you, plotting out our course.
OMG! I knew it…it's been a long time, but I knew you'll have another book out there. J'adore the cover! Whether or not I win your give away, one way or the other, I will get a copy of your new book and use it as my inspiration bible just like your first one. I'm truly excited for you Vicki!
-marie
Conratulations on the publishing of your book. It looks like a great read.
And we can't wait to see your new "baby"!!!! So excited for you Vicki.
It is going to be so fabulous and it is going to sell like crazy! Another house in Provence!
XO
And we can't wait to see your new "baby"!!!! So excited for you Vicki.
It is going to be so fabulous and it is going to sell like crazy! Another house in Provence!
XO
Vicki, CONGRATULATIONS! This is a baby in the sweetest sense. Cannot wait to get a copy of your new book. I've so enjoyed your first book and of course reading your blog. You are a sweet soul which makes reading your work all the better! Congrats again on finishing. What a process it must be, but so fascinating!
xx Trina
How wonderfull!!! Congrats!!!! I know how it feels. When I finish a painting (which am bad critic of my own work)and put down a dirty brush step back and say " Am Done" is bubbly heaven, again congrats, lov Sexy witty (lindac)
I simply can't wait to read he book!
Congratulations Vicki, well done!! Already saw the book in a bookshop in Glenhuntly Rd. in Melbourne on the weekend, can't wait to get a copy!
All the best!
O.
Whenever I want to scape from it all I reach for what I called "my breath of fresh air" and get lost in your beautiful ways to describe life , wich gives me the privilege of allowing me to feel as if I'm living what I always dreamed of…"My french life!"
I love France, but Paris is everything to me and your book is the perfect remedy to wait in between trips until I get to go back with my adorable husband and my beautiful children. I can't wait for your next book.I wish you nothing but all the success you deserved.!!
How exciting! Massive congratulations, it must be so satisfying to see your work in print
Your first book, My French Life, graces a side table in our family room. It's a book I so enjoy to revisit and I can't wait to see your new baby.
xx lylah
How awesome. Your blog is such an inspiration and I think the book will be too.
Congratulations on another WONDERFUL book (it is SURE to be).
I loved your last one so much that I actually sacrificed it—-giving it to a dear friend for her birthday—-knowing her pleasure would be as great as mine.
(I confess I read and studied it first!)
Thank you for sharing your life…..
annie grosvenor
Congratulations Vicki! Thank you for bringing beauty into my life…whether it is scenery, fashion, or food, it is all delightful!
Bon Lundi a vous!
xoxo
I can't begin to tell you how much I enjoy your first "child" – I can only imagine how much I will love your second…
xx
Congratulations on the completion of what I know will be another glorious book….I can't wait to read it!
-Julie
Lots of comments… EVERYONE wants a copy of your book Vicki!
I can't wait to get a peek. I know it will be visually gorgeous and the writing will be sublime. You are a treasure to talk to… albeit only through the blogging world… but maybe someday when I visit France I'll have the opportunity to actually meet you! I hope your book sales are more than you could ever imagine.
Congratulations Vicki! I can't wait to get it
LuLu~*xoxo
Congratulations Vicki! How exciting for you! As I already won the Carla Coulson book I do not expect to be entered for this- rather I look forward to supporting my fellow writer by purchasing it toute de suite from Amazon.com! Can't wait to read it and share it on my blog
xo
Well Done You!!
A beautiful new creation that I cannot wait to read! And you've solved several Christmas presents for me!!
Vicki! Congratulations on your new book. I can't wait to read it!
dear Vicki….
i am so utterly happy for you.
Even if i don't win the book…i will hapily buy it and brag about it and sleep with it {o.k…maybe not sleep with it..}
but…
i need to win..
xo
OOOOOH! how exciting!! Congratulations on your new baby!!
Ooh! I can't wait to read your book! Your blog has been a source of insipration and has often served as an escape from my desk job. I can only imagine what lies between those two covers!
Congratulations for your "new baby"!!! It's surely as fantastic as your blog and also the name is faboulous! I adore France and whatever is French!
Wish you a great success!
Vale
Congratulations, Vicki! I already know this is a book to treasure. Can't wait to get my hands on one. Wishing you un tres grand succes!
Congratulations- the book look wonderful! I would love to win a copy.
Tanti auguri, Vicki. It's a lot of work & so enjoy every moment before the next one begins tugging at your sleeve:)
Susan
congratulations on another brilliant collaboration! i adore "My French Life," and i can't wait to dive into this new book.
What a Gorgeous book cover Vicki.
Congratulations on your new book. I can not wait to see it, and I'm sure it will become a new favorite!
all the best,
joan
Congratulations!!! I am so happy for you!
I really love your blog and I´d love to read your book. Thanks for the oportunity to get it!
Congratulations on the upcoming birth!!! ,-)
But why do I have to sub to your blog, with that linked thing? I've been following your blog, with my Google Reader. Google Reader is my chosen form of blog following.
And now, I've added my name to the Google Followers thing which is on your sidebar. Why do I have to get more announcements of your posts? Isn't my happiness with Google Reader, enough, Dear?
Aunt Amelia
Look forward to reading it.
I love your blog. I looked on Amazon and do not see your new book. When will it be out? Thank you.
The new book is out??? How wonderful. Your first has been my go-to gift for so many friends-I cannot wait to read this one. Please add my name to the pot! Congratulations Vicki! I'm so excited for you.
Oh Vicki! I am beyond excited about this book and so happy for YOU! Congratulations!
You know I am going to rush out and buy many and give as gifts as I did with your last phenomenal book! Cannot wait!
How amazing for you!!!!! Congratulations on your book!!! Thank you for the chance to win a copy!
Congratulations on the completion of your second book! How exciting and I look forward to reading it
Hi Vicki, lovely surprise to know about your new book. I'm sure the photos must be wonderful with Carla in command. I received My French Life through Amazon some time ago, and I'm very much involved with it (I'm taking my time to read it because it takes some dreaming as well). By the way, this is the year of France in Brazil so my life has been a little French too… (and I love it!!!). Congratulations on the new book and I will read it for sure!
adriana
oh..just from the cover, one can tell your new book is fabulous, Vicki! You and Carla are just the perfect team!
i'm very happy to enter your giveaway although i'm never really lucky and anyway i intend to buy your book around Christmas…
Congratulations for this gorgeous newborn baby!!!
xo
Lala
Congratulations! I cannot wait to own a copy of this! And I subscribed through your method, though I have been following you through my RSS feed for quite some time!
What an incredible accomplishment. Congrats!
Vicki, congratulations on your new baby!
I can't wait to read it. x
congratulations V on your inspirational new book! i just read about it in the october australian harper's bazaar. it's so exciting to see your book in the two-page spread! well done hx
How incredibly exciting! When is it available, perfect time, right before christmas…I know what I will be buying this year as gifts! In anticipation,
Nathalie
Congratulations, Vicki and thank you for another book about romantic France. I know I'll enjoy it as much as I did 'My French Life'.
Hope it hits Australian shores very soon! xa
Congratulations on another beautiful book Vicki…how exciting,I can hardly wait to have a peek.
Gracie
OOOhhh….pick me, pick me!!
cannot wait to read it- your blog is one of my faves, i love reading it and suspect and going to love reading your book too! am envious of your french lifestyle and hope that one day I get to spend alot of time there again too, South of France is gorgeous. Congrats on the book launch x
Congratulations!! I'm SO excited!
Congratulations Vicki. I cannot wait to see your new book, especially since I adored the first one. Reading your book is like stepping away from reality into another world of beauty and elegance. I hope I'll be able to find it in Toronto. Will it be available through Amazon?
I saw it in Berkeleow Books in Leichhardt the other day! Unfortunately I was financially embarrassed (broke) at the time so couldn't buy it but I had me a good look!
Congratulations on the new addition may it prosper and grow as your previous much loved "baby" Denise
Congratulations on your new 'baby', I can't wait to settle down to read it with a great cup of coffee and dream of life on the other side of the globe. Wishing you all the very best of success with it.
Clare x
Congratulation Vicki on your new book!! I can only imagine how thrilling it must be to have something tangible created from your words, thought and ideas. I know I am looking forward to dreaming about France through your wonderful talent, and Carla's photography. Best wishes x Julie
Congratulations! What a baby! I can't wait to get my hands on it.
Big Congratulations! You must be so very proud. I can't wait to get a look.
I just finished your first book and I felt in love with every single words and images. Now I can't wait to have that one too!!!
Congratulations for the "new baby"…
I am a little behind in receiving mine Vicki – I have it on order at a friend's shop in glorious Beechworth. He didn't have it in on Sunday when we popped over there for lunch but thinks it should arrive mid week – can't wait….Lx
Congratulations to you!! This is so exciting. I can't wait to see it. Please enter me (though I believe I am a follower). I wish you so much success with this beautiful new endeavor. And many sales!!
Kirsten
Congrats. How I envy you and this new birth.
I hope I win but I'm only the 137th commenter!
Dear Vicki – you legend you!!! I'm so excited to read this & of course Son #5 will be too. That means another trip in to see Mandy @ Dymocks in Rundle Mall in disguise – oh he'll be over the moon, NOT! However, this time I think he needs to hand the task of buying Mum Vicki's new book for Chrissie over to one of his 4 brothers. Gee it would save a lot of angst amongst the brothers if I just 'happened' to be the lucky Winner of your give-away. Either that or a fast on-line purchase I reckon.
Anyways dear girl, the very warmest congrats on the new arrival, hope Mr. FF has got something very special in mind to celebrate your success with.
Love Millie ^_^
Congratulations, Vicki! I'm so looking forward to reading your new book.
Thank you.
XX
V
Love your first book, your blog and I know I will love this book too! Congrats Vicki!
What an amazing achievement. Congratulations Vicki. I look forward to owning my own copy soon.
Bravo on another book! I loved your last effort (especially the puffy cover ) so I'm sure this one will be just as beautiful. I wish you all the best with it's sales.
Viva la French Essence !……. Hummm essence, that got me thinking will there be a scratch and sniff page filled with photos of French pastries ?
Hello Vicki.. I am new to your blog, but I al ever so glad to have found you.. and I love the look of your new book.. it looks delightful..
Blessings xx Tea
How have you been able to keep this secret from us Dearie? I am so looking forward to this book Vicki! I'm prepping myself for a trip to France in the very near future so this will be a 'must read' for me.
xo Roberta
maybe this will be my first giveaway prize …one never knows … I'll take good care of the book!!!
congratulations on your "labor" of love..your second born
I treasure and read often my copy of My French Life, so am very excited to hear about your new book coming out. Congratulations! Fiona
Congratulations! I am so glad you stopped by, bc I love your blog!
Great givwaway too. Would love a copy.
Now to check out the rest of your lovely blog.
xo,
cristin @ simplified bee
Wonderful! Congratulations on the new book! How very exciting for you! I can't believe it has been 11 years since I was in Provence. We had family living there at the time. That region is a joy and pleasure. Looking forward to the book!
Congratulations on your new book!
This was wonderful news. As I am very new to your blog, somehow I was oblivious to your first born as well as the newborn. I will be heading to the nearest book 'stork' ASAP.
Congratulations! I fear I need some/alot of "French Essence" in my life! Can't wait to read it!
Can't wait to see it!
Congratulation Vicky, it is already a success (before it hits the shelves) by the look of all these comments!Wish you all the best with your new Baby;)
Wonderful news Vicki – congratulations! Will you be over here to do book signings? I would love to have a copy to display next to My French Life – which I so enjoy showing to friends……..and then they run out to buy their very own copy!! Please toss my name in the hat, thanks.
Hugs – Mary
ACROSS THE POND
Just subscribed. I have your first book it is divine. Love your work. Also thanks for your comment back in July on my blog – cheers
How wonderful…from the front lines of French style. Hope to win…but there's always amazon. Can't wait. Trish
Congratulations Vicki! What an achievement. On a completely selfish note, can I say THANK YOU!! My Christmas shopping is now so much easier….I've already given all my girlfriends a copy of My French Life and I was praying that you'd write another – you make me look so stylish! Meredith xo.
p.s. your beautiful family must be so proud of you – what an inspiration to them.
Vicki, my heart skipped a beat when I read about your latest work. I proudly display My French Life at home and re-pour over the pages when I need a boost. The combination of romantic words and images really do lift my spirit. I cannot wait to cradle your new baby!
Emma
Congratulations Vicki! Can't wait to see this in the stores and on my shelf.
Creatively yours,
Nicole
Bravo Vicki pour votre livre. J'ai hâte de le voir, vous parlez si bien de la Provence. Merci. Fine.
congrats on the book. can't wait to see it.
Yay! Yay! Yay! We have been hanging for your next child. I didn't even know about this until I was looking in my dashboard. Usually I get French Essence..the blog…by email. maybe it is late.
Anyway, congratulations Vicki on, I am sure, another treasured read.
Ness xx
Oh, Vicki! I can't wait to read your new book! How exciting for all of us. And congratulations to you.
This is one baby I will so adore coo-ing over – loved My French Life and I am certain French Essence will be loved just as much… – can't wait…
Congratulations! I can't wait to get a copy!
the cover is outstanding!
the title isn't bad either.
lol xxx
it would catch my eye in a book store. it will also make s gorgeous coffee table book.
i hope you sell a 'bazillion'of 'em.
love
Congrats, and I can't wait! Hoping I win or that French Essence will be published simultaneously in the States!
It looks beautiful and I'm very excited for you!
Congratulations! Such and accomplishment for you!
It is an honor to know you my friend,congratulations seems to little to say…the cover alone is so inviting,tell me will I be able to buy it here in Canada,I do hope so!! All the best to you,Chrissy
I think I'm subscribed, but never sure! Congratulations!! I'd love to receive this gift! I've had your blog bookmarked since inception!
Patricia
As I lover of all things French I am eagerly awaiting to see this fabulous book. My fingers are crossed at the delightful chance that I might win a copy.
Bravo to you~well done!
Congratulations Vicki on your newest "baby"…since I can't afford to physically travel right now…I have to do it from my armchair…with beautiful books that capture the real life in other lands. Can't wait, Roberta
How exciting and heart warming! Best of luck to your new baby…I mean book!
Be still my heart.
Jjjj
Wow, 173 comments! Lots of us want to see your book. Congratulations on your new arrival!
You only make beautiful babies! I am so excited to hear that your new baby is about to arrive. Congratulations!!
xoxo
Congratulations on the new book – I am sure it will be fabulous. I hope that it is available in the US!
Wow, congrats Vicki!
Is it in London yet London.
Félicitations! Can't wait to pick it up.
La Mom
An American Mom in Paris
Hi Vicki,
Congratulations to you and Carla! You must be thrilled, I don't know how you find the time to do it all! I want to get one right away, although I'd love to have a signed copy.
I received your last book for Mother's Day (after a few not so subtle hints!) and really look forward to the next book arriving Downunder:)
this is AMAZING… i must have this book in my store… how may i find it? thru you or your publisher… would love to talk to you about it… congratulations… this is fantastic… xx pam
Congratulations Vicki!! Completing your second book is certainly quite an accomplishment, and I can't wait to get a glimpse at your newest work! xo
Congratulations on the new book! I can't wait to see it here in New Zealand!
Mercedes
I loved your 1st book and am sure I'll love your 2nd!
oh my goodness!
I can not wait for your new book!!
Dear Vicki!
I am so proud of YOU!!! I positivly can not wait to see your creation! You decribed it so perfectly. I am happy for you to see her finally BORN!! Welcome to this big beautiful world FRENCH ESSENCE!! Our arms will all hold you with love one by one…word by word we will read you and image by image we will observe you…
YEY!!!
XO's
We live in the Adelaide Hills in South Australia in an old stone home we bought originally as a ruin. Near our home, in a beautiful little town called Strathalbyn, is the Argus House cafe where my sister-in-law and I have lunch together about once a week. A few months ago I was there alone and found My French Life among the newspapers and Swedish cookbooks. It is so well thumbed the binding has pulled apart exposing the stitching, some pages are stuck together, some have been unsuccessfully separated, and some are even missing. At first it was the renovation of a ruined home that interested me because it mirrored our experience – albeit with local differences. Succeeding luncheons introduced me to your life and this struck a chord not for the differences, but for the similarity in contentment. And so beautifully photographed. That sent me to the net to buy my own, whole, copy and that search took me to your blog. Lovely. I look forward to French Essence as much as I look forward to lunch at the Argus. Thank you.
Such an exciting time for you! If the cover is any indication the book is utterly fabulous…
Congratulations! I can't wait to see this new baby in person!
Wow how exciting!!! I used to think I'd love to write a book but with few words and all pics! Dreaming I know!
L~C
Congratulations for the new baby !! Hip hip hourra as we say !
Hi!
I have recently discovered your blog, and I'm also in love with France, like you are.
Congratulations to your new book!
I would love to win a copy of it!
What's your first book called??
Have a nice day!
//Helen
So excited about your new book, Vicki!
So, so exciting. It is hard to imagine treasuring it more than the first, but I am sure I will manage!!!!!
pick me xo
I can't wait for this book!!!!
I just saw your beautiful book today on the shelves at Angas&Robertson; and couldn't resist a quick peek on my way past. All I can say is it's wonderful and makes me even more determined to get to France one day! For now I'll just have to dream.
Marcia.
Congrats Vicki! I would treasure a copy of your new book! XO Lynn
Well done Vicki, you had the courage of your convictions to write ANOTHER award winning book! What a lady you must be! But like baby birth pains, one forgets the tribulations and only remembers the pleasures. May the painful memories of the birth of this babe be forgotten soon, as you baske in the afterglow of another great creation. Can't wait to see it. Regards from Sydney Au (ex South African decor fundi)
I have just discovered your beautiful blog and your book looks amazing. It would be fantastic to win a copy.
Mandy Hawkins.
Wonderful book! Can´t wait to read it. Thanks. Maria
I adored your last book and can't wait to see inside the new one!
Congrats on the new book – it definitely looks like a MUST-HAVE!
Congratulations Vicki!!! I am so excited to read this new book! I am most happy for you and I so look forward to your posts. I adore your first book and I am drooling over this new cover! I can't wait! Congratulations again!!!
xoxo
Judith~
Congratulations Vicki I am sure it is already a huge success. I am off to order a copy right now (hope it's available in the UK already)
I can't wait to get a copy of this. Congrats on the new book.
Congrats on the new book Vicki! Can't wait till I can order a copy here in the US! Wishing you lots of success!
xx
Nicole
Well done ! 2 years in the making… I wouldn't be that patient
I love the black & white cover.
Cathy