A New Role

First of all I’d like to apologise to those of you whose blogs I haven’t managed to read or comment on over the past few weeks. I also have a stack of book reviews I need to post. My excuse is that, as of today, I have a new role that’s taken a lot of training for.

Many of you know that I’ve been a tutor for The Writers Bureau for a number of years now. It’s something I’ve loved being part of. So when the principal, Susie Busby, told me she was retiring and going to close the college, I was devastated. I started out with them in the 90s as a student. I didn’t want to let it go yet.

Well, after a few conversations and planning, Susie agreed to let me have the trading name and continue with the college. Susie has been amazing over the recent months, patiently training me. So today I’ve been let loose as principal. I’m delighted it’s continuing. I’m not even going to try and fill her shoes. She really has been fantastic over the 37 years she’s been involved with the WB. But I’ll do my best to run it well. I’ll still be editing for authors and I’ll remain a tutor myself, but a few of my writing projects will have to take a backseat for now. Though I will, of course, still be blogging and running my challanges.

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113 responses to “A New Role”

  1. Debbie Busby Avatar
    Debbie Busby

    Many congratulations Esther!

    So good to see that WB will keep on in your very capable hands, I’m excited to see where it goes!

    All the very best,

    Debbie

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    1. Thank you so much. Very kind of you. It’s exciting and daunting. Big shoes to fill!

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    2. You know, Debbie, if you want to congratulate someone then congratulate someone. If you want to advertise your services then advertise your services. But don’t use a 5 line congratulation as a Segway into a 30 line self endorsement. It’s tacky.

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  2. Congratulations, Esther. I agree when you say Susie has done a brilliant job over all those years, but the Writer’s Bureau couldn’t be in better hands going forward.

    Personally, I’m looking forward to being a part of it’s future for many years to come. 🎊🎉

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    1. Thanks so much, Lynn. You’ve always been such an amazing support. My brain is a bit addled now with all we’ve had to do today to switch things over – more tomorrow. No rest for the wicked!

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  3. Glad you are keeping busy with something productive and fun too.

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    1. Thanks so much!

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  4. Wow congrats on that Esther I hope it will become a very fullfilling role for you and nice to see that you will still post challenges here. You have been quite a creative spark for me as writer.

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    1. Thanks so much for those words, Matt.

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      1. Anytime

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  5. Congratulations Esther! I couldn’t think of a better person to continue the Writers Bureau. Good luck in your new role and look forward to seeing how it all develops xx

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    1. Thanks, Rachel. That means a lot xx

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  6. Congratulations, Esther. You’ll be brilliant. I have every faith in you. Enjoy it too.Liz

    Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone

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    1. Thanks so much 🥰

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  7. Congrats and don’t worry about responding til you can!

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    1. Thanks, Kim ❤️

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  8. Congratulations on your new role, Esther. I’m sure you will make a success of it!

    All the best. Kevin

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    1. Really appreciate that, Kevin.

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  9. Congratulations!

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  10. Congratulations for the new role, Esther! I’m so happy for you ☺️ Have a very wonderful weekend! 😊

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    1. You’re very kind. Thank you 😊

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      1. You’re most welcome.

        Thank you! You, too, are very kind! 😇

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  11. Excellent. I’m sure you’ll take it to infinity and beyond

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    1. Thanks, Geoff. I’ll try!

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  12. Congratulations Esther 🎊 👏

    I’m sure you will be an excellent principle ❤️

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    1. Thanks, Maggie 🥰

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  13. nikidaly70 Avatar
    nikidaly70

    Congratulations, Esther! Susie couldn’t be leaving it in better hands – I wish you every success and know that you’ll be brilliant! nx

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    1. Thank you, Nicola. Means a lot ❤️

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  14. That’s wonderful! Best wishes on your new journey!

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    1. Thanks so much, Alethea 😊

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  15. Loubythesea61 Avatar
    Loubythesea61

    You’ll do a great job of it too Esther! Thanks for all that you already do x

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    1. Thanks, Lou ❤️

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  16. How exciting for you, Esther! Congratulations! Wishing you great success. I’m so pleased to know you will be continuing your challenges, which I enjoy so much! 🤩

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    1. Thanks so much, Nancy ❤️

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  17. Congratulations on your new role Esther! Wishing you every success as you begin this exciting new chapter. I have no doubt you’ll do an amazing job, and I hope it’s everything you hoped for and more.💗

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    1. Thanks so much, Rohini. Much appreciated ❤️

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  18. Congratulation.

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  19. squirreljan Avatar
    squirreljan

    There couldn’t be a better choice in my view, Esther. Congratulations!

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    1. Thank you so much ❤️

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  20. good to be bz

    sometimes isnt it?

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  21. Congratulations on this new role, Esther.. wishing you every success with it! 😊

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    1. Thanks so much ❤️

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  22. Congratulations Esther! I’m so happy for you! ( ◠‿◠ ) .⋆❀°

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    1. Thank you so much 🥰

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  23. Brilliant news, Esther! 😀👏

    I’m sure you’ll love the responsibility of your new role, and will be amazing at it. I’m sure it will be hard work and very time consuming, but being involved in something you clearly love will ensure it never becomes a chore.

    (I took have had to forgo reading / commenting on so many blogs in recent week. In fact , I’ve had to stop working in my own music one while my ‘author’ one and plans for a wee Limerick book have had to put on the back burner also. Similar to your situation, the organiser of my favourite Pickleball group has had to step back. With one else able / willing to take it on, it looks like it’s down to me to keep it going. All the while still trying to establish my own club and develop the sport there! )

    Like you, I’ll still be around. Bust beat wishes for your new role.

    😀🎊🎉

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    1. Thanks so much. And good luck to you too – I’m sure you’ll do a great job with the Pickleball group as you’re so passionate about it 😊

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  24. Huge congratulations, Esther! I am so pleased for you! 🎊🎉

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    1. Thank you so much, Ritu 🥰

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  25. Congratulations Esther! I know you will make a great new principal!

    All the very best!

    Sharon 💕💕

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    1. Thanks you, Sharon ❤️

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      1. A pleasure as always! 🥰

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  26. All the best, Esther! Enjoy your new role. You’ll do great, I’m sure.

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    1. Many thanks. Much appreciated 🥰

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  27. Congratulations, Esther! I know you’ll do an amazing job! 🥰

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    1. Thanks, Lauren. Really kind of you ❤️

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  28. Congratulations!! That is wonderful news. You will do an excellent job.

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    1. Thanks, Darlene. Much appreciated 🥰

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  29. The very best of luck in your new role, Esther. I wish you every success.

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    1. Thank you, Phil. Very kind.

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  30. how amazing it this! well done you – set the new standard and groom YOUR eventual replacement in fine style!

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    1. Thank so much, Annette 🥰

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  31. Congratulations, Esther. It’s good to see the college continue, and you’re the right person to carry it forward.

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    1. Thank you so much, Kymber ❤️

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  32. Wow that is a big change and a huge responsibility that comes with a lot of work. Congratulations and I wish you good luck! I really understand that you need to focus on that.

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    1. Thank you so much, Thomas. Your words are so appreciated.

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  33. Congratulations, Esther. You certainly have the skills for the job.

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    1. That’s so kind. Thanks, John.

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  34. How wonderful and exciting!

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    1. Thanks, Di 🥰

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  35. what wonderful news, you’ve certainly earned it and it sounds like she has total confidence in you. congrats!

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    1. Thanks so much, Beth 🥰

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  36. Congratulations on getting the new job/role! Wishes for the best. 🙂

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    1. Thank you so much ❤️

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  37. Congratulations Esther 🙌

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    1. Thanks, Ange ❤️

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  38. Wow, this is so cool. Congratulations. 👍🏆🙏💗😁

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  39. It’s great that you’ve been a tutor, Esther, and earning a new role. The best to you.

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    1. Thanks so much, Tim 🥰

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  40. I wish you much success! What joy comes from starting something new! A new adventure! Wow!

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  41. Fabulous news, Esther, congratulations. I’m so glad WB is continuing and in safe hands. 👏😀

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    1. Thanks so much, Charlie 😊

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  42. Not all who wander are lost Avatar
    Not all who wander are lost

    Wow that’s so cool! Congratulations and good luck 🙂 I would definitely look into what it offers because it sounds very intriguing and with you at the helm I’m sure it will be amazing

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    1. Thank you so much. That means a lot 🥰

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  43. congratulations.You tutored me and have always given good advice .Wish you every success

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    1. Thanks so much, Sheila.

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  44. Best of luck, Esther. I could never…

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    1. Thanks so much, Ron.

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  45. Congrats, Esther, and best of luck to you.

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    1. Thanks so much, Andrew.

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      1. You’re welcome.

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  46. I’ve been MIA for the month of July, but am coming back. Congratulations to you, Esther! This is fantastic!

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    1. Thanks so much, Jan! Hope you’ve been okay ❤️

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      1. Doing good. I took the month of July off from the blogging world to do some traveling and try to work on my new story. It was a whirlwind of a month!

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      2. Sounds very productive 😊

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  47. Wonderful news for you, Esther! Congratulations!

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    1. Thanks, Jennie.

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      1. You’re welcome.

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  48. What a perfect move for you! Congratulations!

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    1. Thank you for your kind words.

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  49. Congratulations, Esther. I wish you much success in this new role.

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    1. Thanks so much, Robbie ❤️

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