There are two main schools of thought about writing a story: Pansters and Plotters. I use Plottr to plot my stories, because I start the story with a general plot.
Ah, the writing cycle starts again! Writing and publishing a novel is a true test of conviction and patience. This past week I found my conviction both tested and rewarded. Read on to see what happened.
Patience is bitter and a fragile thing. Sometimes you feel like you can wait without worry, other times you pace the floor. I'm more like the latter than the former. Read about this week, waiting on Beta Reader's Feedback and how I kept busy.
Every author needs to have beta readers. That's a fact, right next to every author needs to know how to write. Here's my running experience with Beta Readership: finding them, giving them what they need, and getting feedback.
Reaching the end of a novel includes factoring in what Editors, Beta Readers and others have said about the story you are telling. I'm now reaching the final steps of my fifth rewrite; what's next?
In writing, in editing, in life in general I fight procrastination and its root cause. There has to be a reason and a way to overcome the desire to put off till tomorrow what can be done today. Read on and see what you think…