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Everything comes to him who waits, except a loaned book
I was reading a book, “ The History of Glue.” I couldn’t put it down
A book may be compared to your neighbor; if it be good, it cannot last too long; if bad, you cannot get rid of it too early.
Now share one of you own…
I enjoyed continuing to write my newest #YA story, Bubble the Gruggle over the weekend. With an increased word count by 1494 – I am over 12K in total. The narrative has some way to go so I’m not sure if it will be a novella or longer. I will see where the story takes me. The narrative is set on another world, where a fierce intruder is discovered. It’s DNA is unlike that of the inhabitants, making it almost impossible to track it. My protagonist and her three friends decide to capture it in the hope their heroic deed will ensure their place on the security force, a prestigious assignment.
As I was dog sitting all weekend I enjoyed numerous walking breaks, which helped take out the ‘writers cramp’ and clear my head. My companion was more than happy to stay by my side while I wrote.
I have made a decision on whom I am dedicating my newest novel, The Twesome Loop (launch date 30th September) but have to keep it a secret so as not to spoil the surprise! The book club questions have been written and submitted to the publisher as well as an updated bio and author photo. So now I wait on the cover. The initial image is impressive.
With my ghost writing project on hold due to my client’s changed circumstances, I am free to accept new clients. Feel free to contact me at: https://tailoredthemedtosuit.wordpress.com/
The Long Walk by Stephen King- I only have a couple of chapters to go now on this incredible study of character under immense physical and emotional pressure. The interaction between the walkers and their environment is superbly done.
I’ve decided this is my sequence for my TBR pile. (Subject to change of course!)
What are you reading at the moment? What’s next?
Writing Tips:
This is such a comprehensive list. Writing great characterization means using all the senses.
Did you realize how many there were?
I was reading a book, “ The History of Glue.” I couldn’t put it down.
I just got out of the hospital. I was in a speed reading accident. I hit a bookmark.
Writing:
I am currently working on a dedication for The Twesome Loop and working with my cover artist on creating a cover. With it’s launch on 30th September at Words in the Park, I have to keep on track. Even with two tables booked for the event, I need to decide on how to organize all my books! A good problem to have I suppose – I may have to reduce the ‘extras’ for each book, such as props, hats & T-shirts for each. If I can find a tiered stand it might help with space and the display of five books. I need to have something that will catch everyone’s eye for the new book too.
Tonight I have a Board meeting at 6:30 pm so can take advantage of the two hours of free time between leaving work and the meeting to utilize my local library and write in peace and quiet. It may be a read through of Life in Slake Patch or writing more for Bubble the Gruggle – just depends on what I’m in the mood to do.
With my ghost writing project on hold due to my client’s changed circumstances, I am free to accept new clients. Feel free to contact me at: https://tailoredthemedtosuit.wordpress.com/
Books:
The Long Walk by Stephen King – As always I am completely captivated by the characters and their stories created by the Master.
My TBR pile seems to have been growing exponentially recently – I now have the following titles. So my reading order requires some thought.
11/22/63 by Stephen King
The Mermaid Garden by Santa Montefiore
A Desperate Fortune by Susanna Kearsley
Mind of the Phoenix (The Memory Collector #1) by Jamie McLachlanWriting Tips:
Do you keep writing tips handy when you are writing?
Q: What would you get if you crossed a comedian and an Edgar Allan Poe story?
A: The Wit and the Pendulum
What do librarians take fishing?
– Bookworms!
What do planets like to read?
– Comet books.
What’s a favorite literary joke of yours?
Writing:
With the opportunity to indulge in writing with no distractions on my ‘escape’ to Red Deer for a mini retreat – I am in full revision mode with my editor’s notes on The Twesome Loop. It is remarkable how much you can get done when the normal life distractions are eliminated. With the launch date set for 30th September there is still a lot to accomplish. Such as book cover, blurb, modified bio and book club Q&A.
To refresh my brain from revision I have also continued with my YA story set on another planet – Bubble the Gruggle as well as read, of course.
With my ghost writing project on hold due to my client’s changed circumstances, I am free to accept new clients. Feel free to contact me at: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/2032379567
Books:
Merryweather Lodge – Ancient Revenge by Pauline Holyoak.
My review: A fantastic venture into Celtic sorcery and reincarnation.
Beautifully written with descriptions of the English countryside transporting you to that lush and green land.
A thoroughly enjoyable narrative with well developed characters, a page turning mystery and a blossoming romance.
Legends make up England and this story encapsulates that historic ancient wonder.
The Long Walk by Stephen King
What book have you just reviewed?
Writing Tips:
After editing the work on screen or in print, I like to read the text aloud. Awkward sentences and errors that slipped through earlier edits show up readily when reading out loud.
Learn to take criticism and seek it out at every opportunity. Don’t get upset even if you think the criticism is harsh, don’t be offended even if you think it’s wrong, and always thank those who take the time to offer it.
What tip can you share?
Q: What is a flea’s favorite book ?
A: The itch-hikers guide to the galaxy!
Feel free to share your literary, book, reading or author jokes.
#reader #humor
#writers will get this one
Some books are to be tasted, others to be swallowed, and some few to be chewed and digested – Sir Francis Bacon
Where is human nature so weak as in a bookstore?
Share your book humor.
Writing:
This week I have been editing submissions for my writing group’s Canada 150 book project. All the stories are Canadian themed in one way or another and it has been most enjoyable reading them. I even managed to write one more submission of my own, regarding my first visit to Canada back in 1981. Yep that long ago! At the time I had no idea I would be living here.
My editor and publisher has read my manuscript submission, The Twesome Loop and commented: Yup, it was pretty steamy 
– at least a good reaction. I am still working on the cover with my illustrator and final pages.
My freelance client has several important events to attend so has not, as yet, come back to me with the answers I require to continue. I’m hoping it will not take too long as we are edging closer to the deadline date.
I am escaping for several days next week, which will give me plenty of time to immerse myself in two manuscripts – Bubble the Gruggle now over 9000 words. I have sent this text to my other illustrator to give him an idea of the story so far. And I can return to The Giving Thief to enhance the narrative.
What are your writing plans for the weekend?
If you are Canadian it is a long weekend for Canada Day 1st July, an extra special celebration for the Canada 150 – so even more time to write.
Books:
Merryweather Lodge by Pauline Holyoak.
I’m enjoying this story as it is set near my old home in England. I spent many a childhood visit at Stonehenge chasing my siblings up, over and the stones. Alas no more, it is all fenced off.
TBR pile: It will be difficult choosing which one to read first. Both were birthday gifts.
Writing Tips:
Try not to edit while you’re creating your first draft. Creating and editing are two separate processes using different sides of the brain, and if you try doing both at once you’ll lose. Make a deal with your internal editor that it will get the chance to rip your piece to shreds; it will just need to wait some time.
I am sharing an old blog post on editing, which I hope you will find useful: https://mandyevebarnett.com/2013/01/06/a-necessary-chore-editing/
So here you can groan…
What building has the most stories?
The library.
Q. What reference book should you use when you forget your shovel?
A. The dig-tionary.
#book #love
Books to the ceiling,
#book #love
Books to the sky,
My pile of books is a mile high.
How I love them!
How I need them!
I’ll have a long beard by the time I read them.
– Arnold Lobel
Wise words to live by (well at least read by)
