Lake Atitlan, Panajachel, Guatemala

Saturday, March 10, 2012

Change: A Permanent Condition

Just when you expect things to settle down, something happens to kick it into high gear. Lately there's some changes going on over at WiDo Publishing that are moving and shaking the organization.

Among other things, our managing editor Kristine Princevalle is leaving, and I will be taking a larger part in the day to day operations of the business.

A year ago, we took on an intern, who is now working as a paid editor. With all of this, I am looking to find one or more new editing interns.

This is a part-time, unpaid internship, with the work and communication done electronically, requiring skills in proofreading, copy editing, formatting a manuscript for typesetting, and familiarity with Microsoft Word's editing features.

Anyone who's interested can email me at Karen@widopublishing.com and we'll talk from there. It's a great opportunity to learn more about the publishing business and to possibly work into a paid editing position with an up and coming small press with big plans.

I'm excited about these changes. Feeling a lot of pressure some days, but that's what keeps us kicking, right?

33 comments:

  1. There is always pressure when changes happen. I hope things sort themselves out soon.

    ReplyDelete
  2. Change does bring that stress right along with it! Hope you find a great intern - good luck :)

    ReplyDelete
  3. I'm stunned. Kristine has been my editor, and she is good.
    I hope for great things ahead for WiDo.

    ReplyDelete
  4. Remember, without change there is no growth. It's always stressful, but I hope it turns out well for you.

    ReplyDelete
  5. Kristine was my editor as well. I loved the gentle and professional—yet strict—way she helped to make my book the best if can be. Very sad to see her go.

    ReplyDelete
  6. Amy and Mirka, Kristine's an amazing editor. It's very tough to see her go, especially if she is your editor. She'll be here a little bit longer to see her projects through.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. That's good : ) And of course I wish you the best with this new lineup. Sounds exciting, Karen!

      Delete
  7. Hmmm, if I had the skills I would jump at this opportunity. What a great way to get your foot in the window. (Doors are so common) I am amzed Karen at your ability to keep stretching and growing and learning as you enter the best years. Can't wait to see how it all ends up!Someone with your willingness to work so hard will certainly accomplish wonderful things at Wi-Do

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Donna, Totally agree that going through the window is way more interesting! And as for stretching and growing and learning, I see the same in you with your organic farming, soap making, writing, professional blogging, and those are just the things I know about :)

      Delete
  8. Best wishes in your search, Karen.

    ReplyDelete
  9. Yes, Karen - if we don't change, we don't grow and if we don't grow, we're dead! I anticipate much excitement for you in the weeks ahead and good luck finding an intern. I'm sure there are lots of folks keen to give it a whirl.

    ReplyDelete
  10. Change is hard...but necessary. I hope it proves relatively painless for everyone and you find an awesome intern soon.

    ReplyDelete
  11. I hope you get a fab intern!! Yay for WiDo!

    Take care
    x

    ReplyDelete
  12. Hey, Jacksonville girl! I went to h.school in Pittsfield, grew up on a farm 15 miles south of that!

    Tell me about 'Wido publish', if you could! I am getting confused with the other publishing sites that I am seeing. Thanks!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Hi Susan, My family actually lived in Pittsfield for awhile. Depending on when you went to school, you might have known my youngest sister, Becky Jones. She was the only one of us who attended school there. Nice to meet another Illinois native! (central Illinois of course, we all know Chicago doesn't count.)

      Delete
  13. Funny how change can throw us for a loop, but in the end it usually works out well. Good luck!

    ReplyDelete
  14. Wow, this will be a great opportunity for someone. Wish I had more time.

    ReplyDelete
  15. This sounds awesome. I wish I could apply.

    ReplyDelete
  16. Kristine is leaving? I'll miss her. I've loved working with her.

    ReplyDelete
  17. Good luck on your search. I can't wait to see your growth. Change is good.
    dreamweaver

    ReplyDelete
  18. As a person who struggles with change, your title brought me great insight. Change is a permanent condition.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Jenn, As much as we may not like it, we just have to accept that, don't we?

      Delete
  19. This comment has been removed by the author.

    ReplyDelete
  20. Hey Karen, hope your blogger woes have ended. Sounds like WiDo is doing quite well. Hope you find your intern.

    Denise

    ReplyDelete
  21. "Change" is the topic for the Letter C in the A to Z challenge this year. I identify with your struggle. Change is always moving, fluctuating.

    ReplyDelete
  22. what an amazing opportunity for someone - thanks for your visit
    Lx

    ReplyDelete
  23. Hi Karen! Nice to meet you also. Thanks for stopping by my blog. I agree, change is good. Being stagnant is not. Good luck with your intern hunt.

    ReplyDelete
  24. Sounds like a great opportunity for many. Good luck with the hunt for an intern.

    ReplyDelete
  25. Congrats Karen!! You're going to be fabulous!

    ReplyDelete

Comments are welcome!