u/Jane-The_Obscure

How does my peach tree look?

Got her in the ground a little late (early April) and did my first pruning cut. We had a hard frost after that, but there was not much on the tree, and I don't think it caused any appreciable damage.

Just wanted to see if she looks okay so far. She gets very wilted in the heat we are having, but I don't want to overwater her either. I am in Zone 7b. Opinions/advice welcome. This is my first tree, and if I can establish her nicely, I have a spot picked out for a cherry tree next year. :)

u/Jane-The_Obscure — 5 days ago

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Thoughts on experience with Kelsay Books or their imprint Alabaster Leaves?

Just what the title says. They have offered me a contract, no advance, 12% royalties. I get no free books unless I buy 25, and it looks like marketing is mostly on me (with suggestions they provide). From what I can tell online and in my research (which has not turned up much, really), they produce lovely books. I am just on the fence about buying my own book.

They are not a vanity press in that I don't pay for anything (except books).

Any feedback is helpful.

Edited to add: The books are offered to authors at a reduced price. I am also making sure they are a reputable publisher. Earlier in my writing, I submitted to some journals that weren't particularly respected, but I would rather not be published than continue that.

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u/Jane-The_Obscure — 12 days ago