Usually through my writing process I stop and consider, and reread, and delete a lot of it. And I never get past 5,000 words. But with setting a goal of writing 50,000 words right out with no backspacing and no rereading, I am capable of producing that amount of work.
I'm still working on editing the first novel. But I want to keep writing, and an idea has been brewing in my brain. I'm a little worried that it's kind of childish. That seems to be one of my creative drawbacks. I'm always thinking what I write sounds like a children's book.
I have a lot of respect for writers who can portray a love story without making it sound stupid. My favorite of those authors right now is Kristin Cashore with Graceling and Fire. She can make a love story happen without making it feel foolish.
So wish me luck on my next (short) month of 50,000 words. I'll let you know how it goes.
2 comments:
o YAY!!!!!!!!!!! Have no fear! Your Cheerleader is HERE!!!!!!!!! :-D.... or maybe you should have fear.... Hummmm.
I don't think there's anything wrong with children's books. That's mostly what I write and I'm actually quite proud of my unusual imagination. Besides, some of the best authors write both adult and children's books. Good luck!
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