Happy Thanksgiving, eh!

Avengers Mathematics

       Makes sense!

Superhero Math

                                       It adds up!

Developing characters

Hi there! I know I’ve been silent for a while, but no worry; I’m still here and writing. I recently began a third draft on my contemporary fantasy. It’s going well. Last week, I managed to successfully reinvigorate and redefine the first four chapters of the novel, despite having to fight off a nasty cold. But in doing so, I also realized how much details are missing in this story. Geez, a whole lot. My biggest challenge however, is to give my lead character a gripping personality. She’s a bit too meek right now (boring). Sadly, she’s not one of those spunky, colorful characters that write themselves. She’s more of a normal person, and that’s what makes her difficult to pen down. But I think I’ve found the perfect angle for her: the thing that makes her tick, the thing that readers will connect with. It means more revisions, but it’s worth it. Wish me luck!

Finished

I have finished the first draft of my new paranormal / contemporary fantasy. Next step: revisions *gah*— loads of them!

The end is near

The end of my manuscript that is! I’ve been working like mad this week—making up for lost time, I suppose. (I went in vacation to New Brunswick for a couple of weeks and when I came back I was lazy for a bit. Hey, it happens! I'm not proud of it though. :-/)
Anyway, as a result of my good work this week, I am now nearing the end of the first draft. I have only two chapters left to write. Woo hoo! =)

Good time

Saturday, my hubby and I spent the day at the lake with good friends; they have a summer retreat there. The place is such an oasis of tranquility, and that million dollar view from the deck is just breathtaking! It’s good to disconnect sometime, to just enjoy good company, eat good food and drink too much wine. Oops, I spilled the beans. :-/

The book exchange at the lake. No kidding! It’s so freaking cool!