Flying home from Denver I had the privilege of plotting out the end of book 3 (actually book 8) and renaming it. What was the rather mundane, The Scrivener's Daughter, is now simply, The Locket, which just proves that you never know where a novel is going when you start as it always takes some unexpected turns and twists, at least for this writer. I like this picture because of the antique locket and that old skeleton key, both of which figure in this book. But I like anything old. Except old age!Some writers believe that you should never talk about a work in progress - that it's bad luck to share what you're currently working on. But I don't believe in bad luck and love to talk books, enough to tell you about old lockets and keys, anyway.
I'm already dreaming of that next novel, maybe because it's painful to finish the one I'm working on. Right now The Locket is at 93,186 words and I'm dragging it out as I don't want it to end. Ever been sad when a best-loved book is finished? When you write one and come to the end it's even more distressing! Maybe that's a good sign? I remember thinking when I'd finished The Frontiersman's Daughter that I couldn't possibly come up with another good book idea or care about a book as much. But it's happened, thankfully, three times since!
A BIG thank you to Greg at www.bwd-graphics.com for updating my blog/website. I decided, out of deference for economy, to keep it small and simple so we didn't change too much. Maybe later. I love my new view of the Appalachian mountains and hope you do, too. Bless you, Greg!
Love the new header - and that locket picture is just gorgeous. It positively screams "story here!" :)
ReplyDeleteRuth, you are definitely a writer at heart:) Yes, the picture holds a great story - mystery, romance, and all the rest. So good to read your comment here. Bless you!
ReplyDeleteThe best books are the hardest to finish! I read fairly quick (and sleep very little, lol) so finishing a book in two days is no big deal for me, but I just love those ones that you absolutely devour - the ones I stay up until daybreak finishing because otherwise I wouldn't be able to sleep ... It does often seems painful to put the book down and realize the wonderful adventure you just went on is over. Bittersweet. =)
ReplyDeleteYou really do understand, Ashli. Maybe because you are a reader and a writer! I think heaven will be filled with great books - without end:)
ReplyDeleteHey Laura. Thanks for the link :-) I think it turned out pretty well, even though it was the "minimal" version of the plan. Hopefully we'll get to the full re-do somewhere down the road!
ReplyDeleteHi Greg,
ReplyDeleteYes, I look forward to a full re-do down the road. But for now it's just what I need! Thank you again! What a treat to enjoy my new view every day:) And the sprucing up, wider format is very appreciated!
I like the new look! Beautiful view. :) That's something I need to do with my own blog. I started it long ago as a journal of the book I was writing at the time. Now I'm on to the next book, and the blog name doesn't quite fit anymore. So much for thinking ahead! I've been playing around with a Word Press template, thinking perhaps I'll just "shift house" entirely. But all the cool writerly names for blogs seem to be taken. I think of one, Google it, and... yep. Already a blog by that name.
ReplyDeleteYou mentioned getting ideas for books one at a time. I am the same way. My mind doesn't team with stories. And I'm also not afraid to talk about WIPs (without giving away spoilers). It helps energize me and keeps me engaged, whenever someone else shows a smidgen of interest. :)
Hi Laura,
ReplyDeleteso i think i'm missing a book somewhere? The Frontiersmans Daughter, Morrow Little, and now the Locket. Is there another book i have forgotten?
looking forward to reading the next one to hit the shelves!!
God Bless you today!!
Love the new header and your new title!
ReplyDeletePraying for God's blessings,
Lisa
Lori, I love your blog. I've seen you change it over time and you sure seem to know what you're doing! I was drawn to it because of your trip south and the cabin pics you posted, as well as your wonderful excerpts of Kindred. I'm still remembering the one about the tobacco leaf in the barn and Ian:)
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to hear more writing news from your end!
Oh, I have two Lisas - what a treat:) This is for Lisa B. - thank you for your gracious words. I'm so glad we connected in Denver. And I can't wait to hear about your novel. Very compelling title. I'm remembering the impression you made on that one editor:)
ReplyDeleteHi Lisa with 4,
ReplyDeleteThat other book would be the sequel to TFD which turned out to be another book entirely! Not Lael at all and now firmly in a drawer. Maybe I will recycle one day? Glad you are looking forward to Courting Morrow Little, etc. Only 11 more months - lol, as they say:)
I'm loving the new look! I also love the excitement of you plotting out the end of your book mid-flight. 'The Locket' sounds wonderful.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Mary! I love the new look too. I'm chuckling as I've been thinking today that I'm behind on my blog tag with you and Lisa so just sat down to do it! Only you beat me to it:) I hope you like 'The Locket." It has quite a bit more romance than TFD.
ReplyDeleteHere I go to your corner now...
I love the new look of your blog--clean, fresh and spacious. The banner is beautiful. Kudos to you and your designer.
ReplyDeleteKeli, Those were my thoughts exactly! So glad you like it. We'd like to do more later but this works well for now.
ReplyDeleteI've been thinking of you and trying to catch up on my blog reading but am behind since Denver. Praying your precious daughter is settled and happy and you aren't missing her too much!
Now off to catch up on your blogs - and others!