You know when you sit and try to imagine what life will be like or what you’ll be doing in one, two, five years and even your most wild imaginings don’t quite get it right? That’s where I’m at right now.
Last spring I was approached by someone I admire tremendously and have always held a bit of awe for, Kassia Krozser, about the possibility of joining her and her partners in their new publishing venture, Quartet Press. I said no. I wished them luck, said I’d do what I could to spread the word and help them succeed, but I said no. After all, I’d already helped start and build one publisher, had watched it grow and gain traction in the publishing world and really, who has the energy to start over from scratch and do it all over again? But it turns out Kassia and her partners weren’t ready to give up on me. They came back to me months later, wanting to discuss what it would take, and flattering me enormously (hint: I am not immune to compliments and ego strokes. A girl does like to be reminded of her worth from time to time, after all). Apparently, they thought I had something to offer, some skills that would be an asset to Quartet Press, and a presence in the digital community that was valuable to not just them, but to authors and readers.
Eventually, they hit all the right notes for me and Josh (whose birthday it is today, btw, so thank you, babe, for sticking it out with me these past few weeks while I was a basket case of nerves and decisions). So here we are today, with this press release and me confirming that, yes, in a decision not made easily or lightly, I have resigned my position with Samhain and have taken on the position of editorial director at Quartet Press.
When I joined Samhain in 2005, I didn’t know what to expect. I was excited and hopeful. Though digital publishing had been around for years, in some ways it was still in its infancy. People wondered how Samhain could be different than the other publishers out there. I had some ideas, but what I did know is that I was going to do my damndest to help build the best company possible. Four years later, I know so much more about digital publishing and I think it’s been clear over the years that I’m both passionate about it and passionately believe in it.
One of the reasons I ultimately decided to make the difficult decision to move to Quartet Press was because I do believe in digital publishing. I think there’s a lot of room for more quality publishers, whether they’re publishing romance or something else. I think that more quality publishers within digital publishing can only benefit those already there, including publishers, authors and readers. On the upside, I helped build this with Samhain once, a publisher I continue to love and have faith in, and I believe I can do it again. On the downside, starting all over and proving myself and my publisher one more time. No pressure there.
Cheer us on, or wait and see. Regardless, I hope you’ll all come along for the ride.
Congrats on your new move and I wish you all the best! (But I’ll miss you!)
Congratulations, Angela! You’ve come a long way and will go much further.
Best of luck to you (and the family).
Congrats on the move. Huge decision and they’re never to be taken lightly, but I have no doubt you’ll succeed with Quartet the same way you did with Samhain.
Good luck!
Again congratulations on the move! It will be a great loss for Samhain but a win for QP. I will definitely be following QP’s ventures which Iook promising. Hell, they snatched you didn’t they? *wink*
And happy birthday to Josh!
Wishing you all the best.
Congratulations & best of luck! I’m sure you’ll be an incredible asset wherever you call home. Quartet has impressed me already by choosing you.
Congratulations on the move.
Everything I read about Quartet Press impresses me. I wish you guys all the best of luck. Can’t wait to read the first title.
I can only imagine how difficult this was for you. Growth and change is scary. It’s why I’ve been in my same position at my job for almost four years. I’m afraid to move on. You had every reason to stay with a great publisher (yay Samhain) and yet made that leap to start again.
Again, I say CONGRATS and BEST WISHES. Although I am very happy at Samhain, I am also paying close attention to what Quartet Press has to offer.
Congratulations! I hope it’s everything you want and more.
Best of luck with the move Angie! It will be a daunting task, to be sure, but also with the opportunity to be an immensely rewarding one.
Congrats on the gutsy move. It can be easy to stay where you know all the rules and are comfortable with the day-to-day. But starting something new, leaving your fingerprints everywhere is exciting. Good Luck. and Many Years of Success!
Wishing you much success at Quartet
Congrats and best of luck!
Hearty congratulations on your new position! Your tough decisions definitely benefit digital publishing. Quartet is a smart, savvy new e-publisher and with you on board, they’ve become a publisher to watch even more so.
btw, do you get to keep your great tagline about “dragging the world to the digital dark side, one reader at a time.” Love that!
Thanks, everyone, I appreciate your well wishes and your confidence!
Kellyann, yes, that’s my tagline
Samhain’s loss is QP’s gain. Congrats on a gutsy move!
You have guts, lady.
May this be everything you hope for, and more, for all of you.
And happy birthday to Josh!
Congrats on your move, Angela!
I was really surprised but I wish you every success with this new publisher. I know you will make this one terrific just like you did with Samhain.
I think it goes without saying that I’m along for the ride. ;o) Congrats on this exciting next step.
Congrats, Angie!! Very happy for your new opportunity! I know you’ll kick ass there!
Good luck, chica!
Congrats to you! All the best in your new position!
Congratulations Angela and good luck on this new venture. For all of us digital readers thank you for giving us quality books to read, we appreciate it and we can’t wait to support this new endeavor.
Tell Josh – Happy Birthday.
As someone who you took a chance on just over a year ago, I’m bummed to see you go when I’ve barely had a chance to get to know you.
Good luck, Angela. Hopefully I’ll still get a chance to thank you in person at a conference next year.
This was a bold move and one that I can tell you struggled with. Because of that, I say Bravo to you! I love that you have such a pioneering spirit when it comes to digital publishing and your move helps excite me in regards to Quartet. May your new venture be successful!
You all are going to make me all sniffly. And that’s not just the cold talking
Good luck, Angie! I look forward to seeing what Quartet Press has to offer.
Congratulations on your new job!
(I was going to add more, but it came out sounding trite, banal, etc.)
Well, you know I love you and I’ll miss your notes like, “no. this is a mess. fix it” But I know you’ll do fabulously at Quartet and they made a great choice to snap you up.
Congrats! Sounds like a great opportunity. And Happy Birthday to Josh.
P.S. Are you still coming down in September?
Wow! Tough decision. Glad it was you and not me. Good luck.
Oh, and happy birthday Josh!
Of course we cheer for you. It sounds like a wonderful opportunity. Congrats, Angelia. I wish you all the best…
Mary Eason
Hey Angela,
These decisions we make are always so difficult when we have a history to look back upon and know what’s ahead of us. Thankfully there are few things in our lives that afford us that crystal ball type of look. Maybe that’s why when these moments do surface, having that gazing glass there helps solidify our intuition when the time is right and the sun aligns with the earth and all that hoopla.
Good luck, Angela. I hope we get the opportunity to work together in the future. I’ve always admired your candor, your perseverance, and your diligence. Blessings to you and your family who has stuck with you throughout these trying times.
Kathie
Congratulations on your new venture!
Congrats and good luck on your new job.
Congratulations, Angie, and lots of success in this new venture.
Angela, I started following you on Twitter some time ago, and through you I found the Quartet Press folks. I, along with those of you who have moved in these circles much longer than me, have watched Quartet unfold. You guys have taught me so much about publishing on all levels, and made me feel like a part of your world. So even though I don’t *know* you, I feel like I “know” you, and I am so excited for you and for Quartet. It’s a major change for you, of course, but you have already proven yourself time and time again and you know what your capabilities are. Thank you for your willingness to take this step, and to strengthen this industry further with your knowledge, experience, and abilities. You rock!
Let me join the chorus here and add my congratulations. Having met Kassia Krozer last you and now knowing you are a part of the team can only mean good things ahead for Quartet Press.
Congratulations and best of luck in your new venture!
Hi
Congratulations on your new position at Quartet Press. The fact that you have gone there has raised them in my esteem.
Wishing you and yours all the best,
RKCharron
xoxo
Congratulations, Angie. Quartet has gained a gem.
I was saddened to see you resigned from Samhain as they are one of my favorite digital publishers, but I also know you will be an incredible asset to QuarterPress. Congratulations on your new position Angela!
I can’t thank all of you enough for the kind words of encouragement and inspiration you’ve left. I’m going to do my best to work up to the faith everyone has shown. I hope I don’t disappoint!
Ann, yes, I’ll be seeing you next month. Judi and I confirmed yesterday!
Congrats and good luck!
Like Leah, I’m bummed I didn’t have more time to get to know you.
But I’m sure you and Quartet Press will make this new venture a wonderful success.
Congrats on the move. Good luck to Quartet Press!
Good luck with Quartet! I’ll miss those “You kinda made the hero TSTL. Can you fix that?” notes and wailing cry of “The adverbs. Oy, the adverbs!”
Congrats Angie! I’m sure you’ll do great things at QP
Congratulations on the move, Angie. I’m sure QP will do great, and I applaud you for following the path you have faith in.
Congratulations, Angie & all the best!!
Congrats on the move! It takes a lot of courage especially when you have a good gig going. I’ve hear great things about you & I know you’ll help make Quartet a success.