When developing an essay, going from an idea to a thesis is a process. From my journal, here are a few of my notes developing an idea about Christian music lyrics.
Professional
My thoughts on the craft and profession of writing
November Writing Status
Part 1 of Salvage, Episode 1, is almost drafted! It’s taken awhile, but it’s closer than it’s ever been. So exciting!
There’s always more to learn about the craft of writing, and more to revise. Meanwhile, I’m also starting to work on finding beta readers. If you’re interested in being one, let me know.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Writing Status: Salvage, Part 1
The last fraction of Part 1 of Salvage you would think would be easy to finish. Wrapping it up has been a little more complicated, though. I’ve spent some time streamlining my writing process, specifically in the spreadsheets where I go from plot elements to scenes to scene elements. In the process, I’ve detailed each key scene a little more fully. That seems to be making writing the actual scenes go a little faster.
The drone shot out of Brio’s starboard port. The shimmering light of the FTL bubble danced and shivered as it curved around the hull. Inside the ship in a narrow access alcove near the water tanks, Emmett and Mr. Davis watched its progress on a small holographic display. A collection of manual controls, unneeded for now, ranged below.
Writing Status: Improving Plot Structure for Salvage, Ep. 1
So, sometimes a writer has to tighten her belt, er, plot. Did I mention my unique talent for making a short story very, very long? Turns out that’s something to rein in to create a great story.
After research, thought, and analysis, I’ve tightened up the plot for Salvage’s episode 1.
Writing is a Business: I Have to Talk to Other People?
Come on, you know you know some introverts or shy folks. Maybe you are even one yourself, like me.
The core of writing is a solitary pursuit, but most of us want financial return. Part of treating writing as a business is networking with other writers.
How do you go about this? What are some first steps? What options will work for you?
Many options exist. Here are a few:
August Kickoff
Photo: Pixabay on Pexels
I am excited for the possibilities for the coming year — the business year for my writing runs from August to August — and I’m so ready to dig in again.
I’m looking forward to making progress on…
- completing a draft of Episode 1 of the Salvage Project
- structuring the full story of Out of the Blue
- increasing the time I have to write during the week (hello, early morning!)
- networking with other writers, online and, later, in-person
- more clearly delineating my lines of business, the different genres I write in, to target audiences more specifically
- slowly jazzing up my platform with images and other forms of media beyond text
Thanks for coming along on the journey!
Summer Hiatus and GDPR
In large part, I will be taking a break from social media during June and July. Work is underway for GDPR-compliance, as well as some thought about writing directions.
Have a great summer!
Blame is making us sick. Splashed across mass market media, our communities, and our homes is a maelstrom of finger-pointing targeting the mighty and the ordinary alike. A different storm of blame, a sickness silent and unnoticed, also rages across our country – one where the finger-pointing is turned inward.