I'm staring at the clock right now...40 minutes until November...and with that comes NaNoWriMo...am I crazy for doing this? Will I even succeed? And if I do somehow manage ot accomplish this amazing feat, what will the end result be? Will I have a novel that I actually appreciate and enjoy, or will this just prove that I lack the talent to actually make something of myself as a writer? Talk about scary eh? But, I suppose I shall never know unless I actually try to write something. How will I ever expect to get somewhere and live my dream if I'm too frightened to step outside of my comfort zone and show the world what I can do as a writer?
So, deep breath...here goes nothing...
Let the chaos begin...
Sunday, October 31, 2010
Friday, October 29, 2010
A Revelation...
NaNoWriMo begins in a few days! I must say I'm freaking out slightly. But at the same time I'm rather excited...though I believe I won't be getting much sleep these next few weeks...not that this would be a drastic change in my current habits anyway...but still!
Anyway...I digress...what I wanted to write about is the fact that I've made a rather interesting revelation about my novel...and it happened at four this morning as I lay awake in my bed, my mind refusing to shut off and allow me some rest! My revelation was that perhaps I should, for NaNoWriMo, rewrite my current amount of pages for my novel. Also, the idea for a much improve prologue worked it's way into my head, and I must admit that it sounds far better than the current one that I have posted as the prologue. And this made me rather excited to write
Sooo...now I wait for a few days. I'm not going to write anything in my actual novel until it is time to start NaNoWriMo...but I may sit down here in the next day or so and write an outline of the different chapters I want to accomplish. That seems to be a good plan eh? At least that's what I've told myself.
So, I'll hopefully post again in a few days with some updates about NaNoWriMo and my novel and my word count! That should be exciting! And to all you out there who read this blog and are participating in NaNoWriMo with me, best of luck to you! I applaud your efforts! Good luck!
The Novice Novelist
Anyway...I digress...what I wanted to write about is the fact that I've made a rather interesting revelation about my novel...and it happened at four this morning as I lay awake in my bed, my mind refusing to shut off and allow me some rest! My revelation was that perhaps I should, for NaNoWriMo, rewrite my current amount of pages for my novel. Also, the idea for a much improve prologue worked it's way into my head, and I must admit that it sounds far better than the current one that I have posted as the prologue. And this made me rather excited to write
Sooo...now I wait for a few days. I'm not going to write anything in my actual novel until it is time to start NaNoWriMo...but I may sit down here in the next day or so and write an outline of the different chapters I want to accomplish. That seems to be a good plan eh? At least that's what I've told myself.
So, I'll hopefully post again in a few days with some updates about NaNoWriMo and my novel and my word count! That should be exciting! And to all you out there who read this blog and are participating in NaNoWriMo with me, best of luck to you! I applaud your efforts! Good luck!
The Novice Novelist
Saturday, October 16, 2010
NaNoWriMo...
Call me crazy...in fact I'll do that myself...I do believe I can be considered quite crazy for attempting to do this...
Thanks to the encouragment from a friend, I am attempting to participated in NaNoWriMo...or National Novel Writer's Month...which consists of writing 50,000 words of a novel in the month of November alone...sounds insane doesn't it? But at the same time it sounds rather interesting. I mean how many people would agree to write 50,000 words in one month? I'm rather excited about it and really motivated to attempt to complete the challenge...
Something I've been debating, however, is whether or not to rewrite the whole novel that I have already gotten complete. That's something I will have to debate and mull over and finally decide on before November actually begins.
Something, that I have determined, however, is that I believe that my novel will end up being longer than the 50,000 words that are the "requirements" for the challenge. That being said, if I can get to that 50,000 mark and see how the novel is faring, all in the space of one month, then I will be in a good frame of mind! Wouldn't you agree?
So, for the next few weeks, my posts won't really contain much in the way of updates on my novel...at least not with excerpts from the actual text. I'm taking a break from that to prepare for the month to come. However, I will try to post updates on my character developments and ideas that I'm kicking around...maybe that will also help me organize my thoughts and intentions for my book...
All the same, wish me luck! I hope to keep my sanity this next month!
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Such a Great Article...
If you have a moment you should read this!
http://www.overthinkingit.com/2008/08/18/why-strong-female-characters-are-bad-for-women/
http://www.overthinkingit.com/2008/08/18/why-strong-female-characters-are-bad-for-women/
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Some of Chapter 6...
Well as slow as things seem to be going right now, I have managed to get a small portion of chapter 6 up and running...I'm debating on whether or not to skip this little section and work on another portion until my writer's block eases for this little problem area...I should know by the end of this week what I really intend to do and I will keep you posted on what my plans are...as it is right now, I really need to put the pedal to the metal if I ever intend to finish this blasted thing! :)
But anyway, enjoy what little I have for you!
After my first class I was hesitant to exit the classroom. I didn’t want Adam to be waiting for me. But once nearly all the students were gone, I ventured towards the door. To my surprise, he wasn’t there waiting. But I was also suspicious. Cautiously, I made my way towards my Physics class, casting my eyes around for the familiar face of my stalker.
Much to my relief he was nowhere to be seen. Nor, was he found after my second class. My tension eased slightly at his absence, but my suspicions were not completely abated. I still held the sneaking notion that I would have the misfortune of meeting Adam again very soon.
However, after my third class of the day, and as I was heading towards the, I let myself relax completely. It seemed as if Adam would not be bothering me further. And I was grateful for the peace and return to normalcy. I sat in a corner of the student center, enjoying my apple and bagel, basking in the solitude that I had been granted. No one tried to bother me and I welcomed the silence. I didn’t need the and further complications with my life right now.
I hastily polished off my apple and set off towards the library. I didn’t have any classes for the rest of the day, but I was hoping to get some studying done before I headed to work to do some major damage control. Just the thought of work made me cringe. Not only would I have to deal with my manager but, Andrea would be waiting anxiously for me to “spill” my guts about my relationship with Adam. I made a face at that thought. I really didn’t want to have to explain anything.
Pushing unpleasant thoughts from my mind, I pulled the door to the library open and headed towards one of the study sections. Plopping my backpack down, I slumped into the chair and pulled out my physics book and my laptop. I had a test coming up and needed to review.
Twenty minutes later, I was more confused than when I started. I simply couldn’t concentrate on my work or formulas. My mind continually wandered to the events in the last 36 hours. With another huff of annoyance, I slammed my books shut and tossed them into my backpack. Dragging my feet I stomped towards the entrance. Several students sent me glares of annoyance for disturbing the silence but I didn’t really care that I was being rude. I hastily exited the library and headed off campus and towards work, praying that perhaps it would serve has an ample distraction from my frustration and anger instead of becoming a recreation of the Spanish Inquisition.
With a determined stride I began my trek off of campus. . Most students were either in class or indoors, avoiding the bitter winter chill that was dominant in January and it was a rare experience to be able to admire the crisp winter weather and the beauty that it could produce. The clouds from the morning had dissipated significantly and rays of sunlight began to peak through, casting eerie shadows on the porcelain ground. I stopped to gaze at a patch of undisturbed snow. The sunlight that had managed to break through the clouds beat down upon its stark whiteness, casting a rainbow of color roundabout. A smile crept on my face and I momentarily let the frustrations from today melt away, simply enjoying the stillness.
“Well hello darlin’,” my shoulders sagged in defeat and annoyance at Adam’s voice. My head shot up and I glared over my shoulder at the figure leaning against one of the barren trees.
“Can I help you?” I hissed out my eyes narrowing.
Adam straightened and walked slowly towards me, a confident smirk etched on his face, “No indeed my dear,” he replied, “I came to offer my assistance to you. If I recall correctly I believe you intended to head to work.”
I groaned in frustration, “I don’t need your help. Can you please just leave me alone?”
Adam only laughed again, “No indeed I can’t leave you alone. I made a promise my dear and I intend to keep it.”
“What promise was that?” I remarked, rolling my eyes, “was it a promise to annoy someone thoroughly until they consider calling the cops?”
Adam reached for my bag, his smile ever present, “My dear you do me a disservice with such comments.”
But anyway, enjoy what little I have for you!
After my first class I was hesitant to exit the classroom. I didn’t want Adam to be waiting for me. But once nearly all the students were gone, I ventured towards the door. To my surprise, he wasn’t there waiting. But I was also suspicious. Cautiously, I made my way towards my Physics class, casting my eyes around for the familiar face of my stalker.
Much to my relief he was nowhere to be seen. Nor, was he found after my second class. My tension eased slightly at his absence, but my suspicions were not completely abated. I still held the sneaking notion that I would have the misfortune of meeting Adam again very soon.
However, after my third class of the day, and as I was heading towards the, I let myself relax completely. It seemed as if Adam would not be bothering me further. And I was grateful for the peace and return to normalcy. I sat in a corner of the student center, enjoying my apple and bagel, basking in the solitude that I had been granted. No one tried to bother me and I welcomed the silence. I didn’t need the and further complications with my life right now.
I hastily polished off my apple and set off towards the library. I didn’t have any classes for the rest of the day, but I was hoping to get some studying done before I headed to work to do some major damage control. Just the thought of work made me cringe. Not only would I have to deal with my manager but, Andrea would be waiting anxiously for me to “spill” my guts about my relationship with Adam. I made a face at that thought. I really didn’t want to have to explain anything.
Pushing unpleasant thoughts from my mind, I pulled the door to the library open and headed towards one of the study sections. Plopping my backpack down, I slumped into the chair and pulled out my physics book and my laptop. I had a test coming up and needed to review.
Twenty minutes later, I was more confused than when I started. I simply couldn’t concentrate on my work or formulas. My mind continually wandered to the events in the last 36 hours. With another huff of annoyance, I slammed my books shut and tossed them into my backpack. Dragging my feet I stomped towards the entrance. Several students sent me glares of annoyance for disturbing the silence but I didn’t really care that I was being rude. I hastily exited the library and headed off campus and towards work, praying that perhaps it would serve has an ample distraction from my frustration and anger instead of becoming a recreation of the Spanish Inquisition.
With a determined stride I began my trek off of campus. . Most students were either in class or indoors, avoiding the bitter winter chill that was dominant in January and it was a rare experience to be able to admire the crisp winter weather and the beauty that it could produce. The clouds from the morning had dissipated significantly and rays of sunlight began to peak through, casting eerie shadows on the porcelain ground. I stopped to gaze at a patch of undisturbed snow. The sunlight that had managed to break through the clouds beat down upon its stark whiteness, casting a rainbow of color roundabout. A smile crept on my face and I momentarily let the frustrations from today melt away, simply enjoying the stillness.
“Well hello darlin’,” my shoulders sagged in defeat and annoyance at Adam’s voice. My head shot up and I glared over my shoulder at the figure leaning against one of the barren trees.
“Can I help you?” I hissed out my eyes narrowing.
Adam straightened and walked slowly towards me, a confident smirk etched on his face, “No indeed my dear,” he replied, “I came to offer my assistance to you. If I recall correctly I believe you intended to head to work.”
I groaned in frustration, “I don’t need your help. Can you please just leave me alone?”
Adam only laughed again, “No indeed I can’t leave you alone. I made a promise my dear and I intend to keep it.”
“What promise was that?” I remarked, rolling my eyes, “was it a promise to annoy someone thoroughly until they consider calling the cops?”
Adam reached for my bag, his smile ever present, “My dear you do me a disservice with such comments.”
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