I thought with my novel hidden away and fermenting I would have plenty of time to do what I wanted to do (writing-wise), but it appears that I still have a little time issue. I’ve started a creative writing course, which has now taken place of my writing…
I started this journey on the 3rd February 2014, writing my first 2100 words (well roughly not sure of exact word count I use a typewriter). I had no clue if I could do it, complete it, and get to the point where I could finally type the…
The first thing I thought when I considered writing my novel was that I didn’t think I could do it. I didn’t think I could write an interesting novel-length story. I had convinced myself that soon I would reach the end and still wouldn’t have a novel length…
Not so long ago I wondered how we got to March so quickly and now the month has nearly finished. It’s quite frightening when you realise how fast your life is going by. I suppose that’s why it’s important for me to explore this writer’s journey, to see…
I’m sitting here wondering how March has come around so quickly. It doesn’t seem five minutes since I decided to go for it and write that novel. So where am after a month? Well, I’m roughly 47,100 words in, and I can’t believe I’ve been able to write…
With the best intentions in the world, there is still something that will stop you reaching your goal. It blocks you from taking that step forward, and forces you to retreat and stay in that safe house that you’ve placed yourself. Yes, you won’t experience rejection, disappointment, heartache,…
It’s January, it’s cold, it’s windy, and we’ve had a lot of rain, but in the garden sits a striking pink rose. I couldn’t believe my eyes when I first saw it bloom. Do roses grow in January? It amazes me how something so small and delicate can…
2014 is here, and while 2013 didn’t end on a high note that I desperately wanted, it wasn’t all that disappointing. Yes, I have faced a lot of rejection, and at times considered giving up; however, once I stopped with the negativity, and looked at what I have…
So after waiting 36 days, I finally got a result for one of my stories, and it wasn’t good. My story received another rejection; however, this time I got some feedback, which is great if you can get it. Apparently, my story is confusing. I suppose, with this…
For a while now I’ve been stressing about things I have no control over, but I’ve decided to focus on my main goal of reaching my dream. I’ve been reading Stephen King’s On Writing book, and he makes some good points. You do need to use as much…