Some people you just can't figure out what to get for their birthday.
Have you ever had someone in your life that was so special, who had done so much for you, that you simply couldn't find a way to express just how awesome they are? The words, "Happy Birthday" just don't seem to suffice, nor does cake or balloons or any of those other accouterments that celebrate the passing of a year.
Terry Burns is that kind of person to me. A year ago he took a nobody girl like me under his wing and gave her a chance to test her wings in the publishing industry. Thanks to him, I've discovered a passion that only now is being realized as I build my own publishing house. Thanks to him, I've met some of the most awesome people in the industry. And thanks to him, I've learned more about agenting than I ever thought I would.
In the last few months I've had to step down as Terry Burns' assistant while I deal with things in my personal life. But he has still continued to support me for which I am eternally grateful. Terry has shown himself to not only be one sharp agent over at Hartline Literary Agency, but also a true Christian in every sense of the word. And a genuine gentleman cowboy to boot!
So, for today I wanted to ask a favor from everyone I know. The best present I can think to give Terry Burns is quite simply...YOU. And in return for this favor, I'm willing to give a couple extra presents out myself.
Today I'm asking that you wish Terry Burns a Happy Birthday. Do it as creatively and wonderfully as you can dream up. I'll even make it easy. A few ways you can find the great Terry Burns?
- Start at his website and read his blog
- Chase him down over at Shoutlife!
- Tweet him!
- Give him a shout on Facebook!
And when you're done give me a heads up what you did. I'll throw all your comments into a hat (sorry, not a cowboy hat, but more a fedora...ok it's all I have) and I'll pull out three randomly. Those three individuals will each receive from me, one book by Terry Burns (your choice which! Did you know he just won an award for Beyond the Smoke?)
Won't you join me in wishing Terry a Happy Birthday?
