And then comes the hard part.
I'll have to write a synopsis, because I've written this without a contract and I didn't plot so much as the first page, so I had virtually no clue what was going to happen. I have been surprised at every turn. The thing is, I hate synopses. I'd write a whole book for someone if they'd just write my synopsis, blurb, and tagline.
Yeah, whether I find a publisher or do it myself, I'll have to do the blurb and tagline, too.
And reread and revise and revise and take out 475 justs, 550 looks, and at least 272 weak verbs. That's after I find at least 50 percent of the typos.
I'll have to figure out, again, where I'm going to submit the manuscript. I'll have to thicken my skin for the sure-to-come rejections. I'll have to decide whether to go ahead and start on Ellie's story...I had a great idea yesterday morning...or should I wait? Maybe I should just take the summer off.Like that's going to happen.
I remember writing about the day you write "The End" being the best day of a writer's life, except for the one when where the page starts with "Chapter One." I was wrong.
They're all good days.
With PTSD keeping him company, Ez thrives on the seclusion of the campground. The redhead in Cabin Three adds suggestions to his improvement plans, urging color and vibrancy where there was none.
Neither is looking for love, yet the attraction they share is undeniable. Can the comfort of campfires, hayrides, and sweet kisses bring these two lost souls together?
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Agreed. Any day that you actually get the opportunity to sit and write is a good day. Especially if that is followed by or accompanied with a hockey game!
ReplyDeleteLol. I feel the same way about whatever activity I have a grandkid in.
DeleteThere's nothing like that feeling channeling words. So glad you had a good week, friend.
ReplyDeleteThey are what keep us going, aren't they? Thanks, Janie.
Delete“They’re all good days.” You’re so right.
ReplyDeleteThat's something we have to learn, though, isn't it?
DeleteThis is an uplifting blog and I agree- the synopsis is the hardest part. It is like the interview question of "tell me about yourself". So excited for you and your near completion!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Sherri. It has been such a fun story to write that I'm going verrrry slowly through this last chapter because I'm reluctant to let it go. I hope readers agree.
DeleteUgh, the blurb is the worst! Great post!
ReplyDeleteMost of us agree on that, don't we? :-)
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