I’ve noticed that everytime I listen to the radio certain songs come on and really call to mind certain portions of my book. Isn’t it interesting that music can really increase your creativity and allow for thoughts to flow into your mind easier…well at least that’s what I’ve noticed about myself sometimes.
Music, for me, is important to how I express my creativity. It’s amazing to note that pictures can be conjured up whenever I listen to music and it seems that certain pieces of music also allow me to understand the emotions and feelings that I’m trying to express within my story. And, in a way, music is a way for me to express my own emotions. In a way it allows me to connect with my characters on a deeper level.
One song that really has influenced my writing is Yiruma’s “River Flows In You.” This song is amazing. The piano’s almost sad resonance really strikes me and I see my characters: Jenna and Adam dancing together, with the forboding undertones of separation. The music speaks of a deep emotional connections, but the knowledge that things won’t last forever. And if you know anything of my story you know that the entire emotional undertone of the story is this sense of loss and the fear of making relationships. Sad huh? Yeah I thought so too. Sometimes it’s hard for me to write because the emotions that my novel exudes and the emotions that my characters have to feel really tend to influence my own mood and attitude.
Anyway, that’s all I’ll say on that subject…I admit it looks as though I’ve been rambling…but before I go, I will leave you with a little piece of a scene that I’m starting to work on.
I brushed a lock of hair from his forehead, my tears spilling onto his cheeks.
“It’s going to be alright. I’ll take care of this I promise,” I choked out.
Adam gave me a tired smile, the edges of his mouth tightened from the pain. He raised one of his hands and brushed along my cheek.
“Jenna, it’s not going to be alright. But I wouldn’t have changed it anyway. Living a few millenia without you was never happiness. And now that I’ve experienced so much in such a short time, I can accept that it’s finally the end for me. I-I'm only sorry that I didn't get more time with you. I love you.”
A sob escaped my lips.
Monday, February 28, 2011
Day 2: An interesting thought
Yes, once again I am writing on the next day, but I stick by my argument that since I have yet to go to bed, it is still "technically" the same day...or whatever...I'm trying people! :)
Anyway, this post will be rather short, because 1. I'm tired and want to go to bed and 2. I have to get up early to finish some homework for one of my classes tomorrow...and did I mention that I was tired? Just though I'd reemphasize that little notion.
So, though I haven't been able to sit down and actually write in my novel I do have an idea that has been floating around in my head for the last few days and I keep thinking that I should write downt he idea before I forget. The idea I have for my novel is that my main character will be directly interacting with a decendent of a man that she meets when she travels into the past with Adam. Now this man isn't the straightest arrow and has his upsetting moments, and this will also be characterized by her interactions in the modern day with the person that she comes in contact with on a frequent basis.
Was that too vague? Sorry. Like I said it is just a rough idea. I sort of know what I'm going to say, however the idea is still in need of more contemplation.
Anyway, this post will be rather short, because 1. I'm tired and want to go to bed and 2. I have to get up early to finish some homework for one of my classes tomorrow...and did I mention that I was tired? Just though I'd reemphasize that little notion.
So, though I haven't been able to sit down and actually write in my novel I do have an idea that has been floating around in my head for the last few days and I keep thinking that I should write downt he idea before I forget. The idea I have for my novel is that my main character will be directly interacting with a decendent of a man that she meets when she travels into the past with Adam. Now this man isn't the straightest arrow and has his upsetting moments, and this will also be characterized by her interactions in the modern day with the person that she comes in contact with on a frequent basis.
Was that too vague? Sorry. Like I said it is just a rough idea. I sort of know what I'm going to say, however the idea is still in need of more contemplation.
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Day 1
Well I know it's a bit late, but since I haven't gone to bed yet I consider this to still be my first day. And so far, it's not been so good. Today has been rough to say the least. Emotions are running high and I'm feeling very overwhelmed. I'm not sure if I should scream or cry today. It's been that bad...
But the novel goes well. I've got an idea for an interaction between my two main characters that seems to be coming along nicely in my head. I will hopefully be writing it down soon enough and then I'll post it on here for sure. :) That's my happy face in case you can't tell...
Also here's a little thought for you that I heard in one of my English classes: "in order to be an effective writer you need to have a dirty mind and a pure heart." Isn't that such a great statement? And so true! In order to be a good writer you need to have a knowledge of the world and it's dealings, though you may not need to be a part of that aspect of society. I really liked this quote. It's probably one I'll always have with me.
Anywho, that's all I have for now. Music has been running through my head and making it hard to concentrate on anything. We shall see how tomorrow goes eh?
But the novel goes well. I've got an idea for an interaction between my two main characters that seems to be coming along nicely in my head. I will hopefully be writing it down soon enough and then I'll post it on here for sure. :) That's my happy face in case you can't tell...
Also here's a little thought for you that I heard in one of my English classes: "in order to be an effective writer you need to have a dirty mind and a pure heart." Isn't that such a great statement? And so true! In order to be a good writer you need to have a knowledge of the world and it's dealings, though you may not need to be a part of that aspect of society. I really liked this quote. It's probably one I'll always have with me.
Anywho, that's all I have for now. Music has been running through my head and making it hard to concentrate on anything. We shall see how tomorrow goes eh?
Friday, February 25, 2011
365 Challenge
Alright, so let's face it, I've been a really bad blogger lately. Honestly I don't really have a good excuse for this either...I've simply just put off blogging...I suppose I rationalized it because there were so many other things I needed to take care of before I sat down and wrote on this thing, but an excuse is an excuse is an excuse and....well....you get the idea right? I remember how I said in my last entry that I'd be updating more often because I was going to attempt to rewrite a portion of the Canterbury Tales. Well, needless to say that fell through. I literally took of more htan I could chew in that respect and it wasn't a good thing that ended up happening...I was sitting on the couch staring at my computer trying force inspiration into my fingers, and instead I ended up with a load of garbage that didn't sound remotely interesting or unique. And it was very frustrating for me, especially since I'm excessively OCD about my writing and don't like to have written something that isn't perfect...sounds stupid, right? I blame that infernal editor stuck inside my head for that problem though...alas I digress...
Anyway, to get back on track here, I've decided that if I really want to value this blog and truly put it to work and hopefully get my writing back on track, I need to take the initiative and actually sit down and force myself to write! I know that I have a million other things to do, but if I keep making excuses I'll never get anything done that I'd like to! Writing is really important to me and if I keep letting it go, the characters, plots, and other various ideas that are locked in my head will cause me to go insane! And my poor husband doesn't need that...
So here's my proposal: I will spend the next 365 days writing in my blog. I promise to write every single day and report on how well my novel is going and any other thoughts and ideas about my novel that have come to mind. I will also post snippets when I finish them and just generally stay focused on my writing.
So, I officially declare that this blog will be updated every single day from this moment forward...at least for the next year that is...And I hope to hear form you readers of mine...feedback, encouragement, scathing remarks on my writing style...literally anything!
So, until I write again...
Anyway, to get back on track here, I've decided that if I really want to value this blog and truly put it to work and hopefully get my writing back on track, I need to take the initiative and actually sit down and force myself to write! I know that I have a million other things to do, but if I keep making excuses I'll never get anything done that I'd like to! Writing is really important to me and if I keep letting it go, the characters, plots, and other various ideas that are locked in my head will cause me to go insane! And my poor husband doesn't need that...
So here's my proposal: I will spend the next 365 days writing in my blog. I promise to write every single day and report on how well my novel is going and any other thoughts and ideas about my novel that have come to mind. I will also post snippets when I finish them and just generally stay focused on my writing.
So, I officially declare that this blog will be updated every single day from this moment forward...at least for the next year that is...And I hope to hear form you readers of mine...feedback, encouragement, scathing remarks on my writing style...literally anything!
So, until I write again...
Friday, January 28, 2011
Slacker...
Alright, I admit it...I lied...I didn't post anything for you to read until just now even though I said that I would be posting again withing the next few days...I lied and I failed and I'm sorry! For all of you who were anticipating reading something pertaining to my novel and were disappointed I apologize. That is if there is anyone who actually reads this blog...but that's not the point! If you are someone who is reading this blog and was looking forward to reading a post from me I apologize most heartily and offer a slightly better promise...or at least a more reliable one depending on your point of view.
So here's the situation: The reason I haven't posted lately is because I've been so busy with getting back into the swing of things with school. I've been reading and taking quizzes like a mad-woman and have simply lost track of time. Very often I have wanted to write but my energy level has simply depleted.
That's the excuse for not blogging, now here is the solution: I fully intend to continue blogging, and far more often than I have been these past few months. And how I intend to go about blogging and continually doing so is by blogging more about a specific class. You see, in one of my English classes we have been asked to take a personal approach to what we are reading and do some self-directed learning. And while I've been posting about thoughts and ideas that have come into my head, the notion came to me today that I really need to take an approach to the text in a way that makes sense to me. Sure I can see ways in which a text can compare to my life and the experiences that I am going through and I can make connections like that. However, I also thought that perhaps I need to make a connection with my favorite activities. It is glaringly obvious that I need to apply my love of writing to these texts. Not merely in analysis, but in looking at a text from a different point of view. So, with our upcoming assigned texts of the Canterbury Tales I intend to essentially, re-write the tale to fit a character into the plot. I think that by doing so I will be able to connect to the writer, Chaucer, on an entirely different level. And, I intend to post what I've written on this blog as well as what I've gleaned from my experience.
This may seem overly ambitious and a little foolish, but I figure that if I attempted NaNoWriMo, I can most certainly attempt to write something about Chaucer, eh?
Now, I still intend to write about my novel as I strive to work on that, but I thought that a little variety would be enjoyable as well. So, essentially, you'll have two texts from me to read. Either way this should be interesting from now on, eh? Wish me luck!
So here's the situation: The reason I haven't posted lately is because I've been so busy with getting back into the swing of things with school. I've been reading and taking quizzes like a mad-woman and have simply lost track of time. Very often I have wanted to write but my energy level has simply depleted.
That's the excuse for not blogging, now here is the solution: I fully intend to continue blogging, and far more often than I have been these past few months. And how I intend to go about blogging and continually doing so is by blogging more about a specific class. You see, in one of my English classes we have been asked to take a personal approach to what we are reading and do some self-directed learning. And while I've been posting about thoughts and ideas that have come into my head, the notion came to me today that I really need to take an approach to the text in a way that makes sense to me. Sure I can see ways in which a text can compare to my life and the experiences that I am going through and I can make connections like that. However, I also thought that perhaps I need to make a connection with my favorite activities. It is glaringly obvious that I need to apply my love of writing to these texts. Not merely in analysis, but in looking at a text from a different point of view. So, with our upcoming assigned texts of the Canterbury Tales I intend to essentially, re-write the tale to fit a character into the plot. I think that by doing so I will be able to connect to the writer, Chaucer, on an entirely different level. And, I intend to post what I've written on this blog as well as what I've gleaned from my experience.
This may seem overly ambitious and a little foolish, but I figure that if I attempted NaNoWriMo, I can most certainly attempt to write something about Chaucer, eh?
Now, I still intend to write about my novel as I strive to work on that, but I thought that a little variety would be enjoyable as well. So, essentially, you'll have two texts from me to read. Either way this should be interesting from now on, eh? Wish me luck!
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Finally!
After waiting ever so patiently (okay so I'm sort of lying about the "patient" part) my computer cord has finally arrived! And happily my computer is now fully charged and operational. Do you realize what that means my dear readers?! It means that I can start writing in my novel once more! Hooray! Huzzah! Heheh...and I must confess that I am so excited for this as well. It has been eating me up not being able to sit down and write all my exciting thoughts and ideas that have been plaguing my mind since my beloved computer ceased to work for the last few weeks. I do believe the characters of my novels have just about blasted a hole through my mind as they have attempted to escape the confines! And I don't blame them. And since going back to class, the issue has not resolved in the slightest. In fact my English classes are so interesting that I find it hard to contain the characters in my mind. New thoughts and ideas have emerged as a result of my attendance and I have found it even more aggravating to not have the ability to sit down and write all these ideas onto my novel. It was maddening!
But now happily I hope to be able to sit down and write as often as I choose. And I hope to update soon so you can see that I'm actually making progress with Jenna and Adam and their fantastical story of time travel. Oh the excitement!
But on a different note, I thought I'd make a note of the coming updates to give all of those who read my blog a heads up on what to expect. Not only will I be updating the progress of my novel, but I will also be posting on my readings for my English class as well. Mind you this isn't an assignment of any kind. I have simply come to appreciate the readings that we are partaking of in this particular class and consequently my writing and ideas are being influenced and shaped by such readings and critical class discussions. So I hope you will enjoy those posts as much as the updates on my novel! And please feel free to comment and let me know your thoughts and ideas and opinions on my novel and on what I'm discussing pertaining to my class readings as well!
I hope to have another update for you in the next few days so keep your eyes wide open and eagerly awaiting its arrival!
Until then I remain,
The Novice Novelist.
But now happily I hope to be able to sit down and write as often as I choose. And I hope to update soon so you can see that I'm actually making progress with Jenna and Adam and their fantastical story of time travel. Oh the excitement!
But on a different note, I thought I'd make a note of the coming updates to give all of those who read my blog a heads up on what to expect. Not only will I be updating the progress of my novel, but I will also be posting on my readings for my English class as well. Mind you this isn't an assignment of any kind. I have simply come to appreciate the readings that we are partaking of in this particular class and consequently my writing and ideas are being influenced and shaped by such readings and critical class discussions. So I hope you will enjoy those posts as much as the updates on my novel! And please feel free to comment and let me know your thoughts and ideas and opinions on my novel and on what I'm discussing pertaining to my class readings as well!
I hope to have another update for you in the next few days so keep your eyes wide open and eagerly awaiting its arrival!
Until then I remain,
The Novice Novelist.
Friday, December 31, 2010
How to Start...
With the new year rolling in here in the next twelve hours I’m contemplating how I should start the new year. There are so many things I want to do and accomplish, in particular finishing my novel. But the trick is how to start everything. How should I begin to start writing again? What sort of schedule should I attempt? And the list of questions could go on and on. But I suppose that’s what makes it exciting. It’s a new year and new dreams and ideas are coming forth and I have 365 full days ahead of me to try and accomplish my dreams and goals. Let's hope that this year will be filled with fun and laughter and the joy that comes from living a full and rich life. So Happy New Year! And I hope that all your goals and dreams come to fruition! I will certainly be posting some of my writing as soon as my computer has been repaired! It's a waiting game right now...
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