It was back to the basics this week while editing. I had a scene that just didn't seem right, no matter how I changed it up, and I could not put my finger on what was wrong with it. And structurally, it wasn't a scene I could cut. So I hit the books—or more accurately, … Continue reading Odds & Ends 3/19-3/25
A Made Up Problem
I saw a friend's post on Facebook the other day detailing an encounter in which she received an unexpected compliment. What struck me was that she found the compliment unexpected because it occurred on the first day in years that she had gone out 100% makeup free. And this is a young, beautiful woman with … Continue reading A Made Up Problem
Odds & Ends 2/19-2/25
Editing felt productive this week. I'm getting through it more slowly than I'd like, but I can already see the effectiveness of the changes I've made, which is encouraging. I also had the chance to see Black Panther this week, which I enjoyed. Marvel movies sometimes struggle in the villain department, but Killmonger (played by Michael … Continue reading Odds & Ends 2/19-2/25
Odds & Ends 1/29-2/4
I am over winter. I don't care what the groundhog said this week, I'm calling it. Winter can go home now. As far as I'm aware, there was no snow in the forecast today, and yet, snow it did. And not just the light, little flakes blowing in the wind that you usually see with … Continue reading Odds & Ends 1/29-2/4
Odds & Ends 1/15-1/21
This week was productive. I got the revision process well underway, taking a good look at my antagonist's arc first. I feel like it's important to start with the antagonist, because if you don't have a good antagonist to challenge them, how can your hero shine? If you look at a lot of stories' structures, … Continue reading Odds & Ends 1/15-1/21
Starting the Year Right
AKA: Restarting the Routine
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
This time of year can be especially busy with travel and family gatherings, which is why I've missed posting the last two weeks. But I couldn't let the year end on that note! Since my last post, I've seen a lot of family and met up with old friends, and I've got to say, that's … Continue reading Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
Odds & Ends 12/04-12/10
Well, I did it. I finally wrote the words "The End." It's a milestone that brings a mix of emotions: relief over finishing, excitement over the next step forward, and a little bit of sadness as my characters' journeys come to an end. But not to worry, I'm far from finished with them. Now comes … Continue reading Odds & Ends 12/04-12/10
Odds & Ends 10/23-10/29
This week has been very productive! I'm so close to finished with my current project I can barely stand it. I want to get what is in my brain on the paper so badly, but my hands just don't seem fast enough! Beyond that, I don't have much to report; any spare moment I've had … Continue reading Odds & Ends 10/23-10/29
Odds & Ends 10/2-10/8
This week got off to a great start. I got quite a bit of writing done & had things set up to go into a big scene I was really looking forward to tackling. Alas, we all know what happens to even the best made plans. I didn't write many more words for the last … Continue reading Odds & Ends 10/2-10/8
Odds & Ends 9/18-9/24
If I were to assign a theme to this past week, I think it would be "regrouping." It's not that it was necessary because I've been wildly out of my routine or fighting a losing battle with writer's block. It was more like a need to relieve pressure from all the little things I've been … Continue reading Odds & Ends 9/18-9/24
One Year!
It's Official: One Year of Blogging
Christian Douglass Writes 