As a community of writers, we get to know and care for one another, and occasionally share the ups and downs of our personal lives. Regular contributor Juliet Marillier has posted this info on her website:

I’m sorry to have to announce some not-so-good health news which I received last week. I’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer. I am having surgery on March 25 and the prognosis seems pretty good. I may need some follow-up treatment. This will mean I have to slow down a bit. I am unlikely to be attending any literary events or doing much in the way of extra activities this year. I won’t be chronicling the cancer journey online, but will provide occasional updates on my website.

What you can do to help: Send good vibes, think positive thoughts. Don’t send sympathy messages or cards and don’t post sad or angry messages anywhere. I appreciate everyone’s good wishes but I will not be entering into any correspondence with readers about my illness. My energy will be going into getting well and writing the next book.

All the best

Juliet

We have our marching orders, WU readers. No sad stuff. Just lots of positive vibes. Go on and send ‘em.

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