I’ve got a big shiny idea ahead of me. The goal is in sight, and I can do this! One step at a time, one page at a time, and I will get there. This is a journey! I’ll enjoy the process.
Ooo, but wait! Look at this tree! Ten minutes later and computer has fallen asleep as I continue to stare at the tree.
Back on track. Chugging along and getting those words down.
A terrible realization hits me: my book has no plot. Better nap it off.
The journey is getting lonely, but I found some writer friends! My critique partners join me on this daunting task through the wilderness, and pull me from the cliffs of despair.
Darkness descends, so why am I smiling? Because I backed up my work! Via email, hard drive, and two zip drives! Preparedness is the key to survival.
Next come more tricky plot problems. As in, I have a plot, but it’s lame. Only with the guidance of my trusty critique partners and a lot of faith can I make it to the other side.
On the other side of the plot problems, comes a glorious breakthrough! My energy is renewed. I’m proud of my accomplishments. I can finish this book!
It is finished. I’m the Conquerer of Words. The Queen of the Page. No sentences shall destroy me. I bested a novel! I am invincible!
I survey my work with pride. Suddenly, my keen eye catches a character discrepancy. One of my many mistakes. Further perusal. This book is no good. No good at all.
I love this so, so much 😍✨💕 love all the pics. I hear you, on this journey we go, and we will make it through one page st a time 😘
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Thanks so much, Loie! You’re the best #cpsoulmate ever, especially when I’m wandering the wilds of the sloppy middle plot haha!
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Haha, you as well ❤ We've got this!
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Fantastic…so true, one step at a time! I know you can do this 🙂
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