Methodical Me
Over the last few days I've done a lot of crying, thinking, praying, and eating (Taco Chex Mix - yummy). As I've calmed down and let God begin to minister to my heart, I've realized one very important writing-related thing:I'm methodical.When I wrote my first novel, it was in the [...]
Overwhelming Love from Strangers
Thank you, thank you, thank you all for your support and encouragement. I appreciate your willingness to let me vent for a couple of days while I work out some issues. I knew this journey wouldn't be an easy one, but I thought I was tough enough to take it. [...]
The Wrong Path?
I don't know why this year is so devastating for me. I guess because last year I could explain away my failure as a first time entrant. This year I have no excuse, and it's haunting me.I'm not sleeping well. If I'm not pass-out tired when I lay down, then [...]
Knowing When to Say When
I know I said I was going to take the week off, but I'm having a really hard time right now and writing has always helped me process. I've written and erased this post about six times since Saturday night, wondering if I should say it/post it/erase it. I still [...]
Tricky Business by Kerry Nietz
Sequels are tricky. With a first novel, the sky is wide open. You are free to explore and invent however you feel led. If inspiration strikes you somewhere along the way, a new locale or character becomes necessary, you can add them as you see fit. If you get to [...]