Okay, okay, I know that I've not blogged for a while, but I
have been writing and juggling many other things in life that couldn't be put
on hold. A while back I promised to let you know how my attempt to change of
writing style went. I sent it in, even though I wasn't sure about it and as it
turns out, I was right. The agent, wanted to love it but really didn't. I then
made her laugh when I said I hated it too! I was attempting to slow down the
pace and make it more immediate but failed on all bases. I will be looking at
this again, shortly.
I am now looking for a home for two of my children’s novels.
Which I am hoping to send off tomorrow, 20th June 2014, to an agent
for comment. Once again, I’ll be posting the results of my endeavours on here. Good or bad.
The craft of writing isn't easy, so it is important to keep
on pushing forward, honing your skills, attempting something new and never,
never give up. If you love the craft, keep on learning and creating and with
every submission you will move a little closer. It isn't easy, but like
trimming the waistline, you will learn how to trim your work so that is will
shine and attract those who can help you move into print.
This weekend the
annual writing conference in Winchester is running which is a great place to immerse
yourself into the writing process. There is something there for everyone,
newbies to the veteran writer. It is important to keep abreast of new trends
and be aware of where your writing might fit into the market. And most of all
there is that family feeling – everyone encouraging everyone else on. Keep an
eye out for this one next year 2015. You will find it advertised from March,
but you will have to be quick as tickets run out quickly.
The Festival of Writing in York is also a major player in
the writing conference world. Once again here you get to learn, develop and
share with agents, editors, book doctors and authors. Each willing to share
their experience with you. This year’s event is running from Friday 12th
– 14th September 2014. The location is wonderful and the courses are
inspiring. Book early as places are snapped up.
I better get on to the writing prompts for this week. Use the
following to stimulate a piece of creative writing.
- You can’t just leave it there!
- It’s up the tree!
- I just looked at it and it caught fire!
- The earth just opened up and it was there!
Why not try each of the prompts. You select the genre and
characters and write a piece that will entice, intrigue, stimulate or terrify.
So go on, get writing.
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