Tag Archives: outlining

Self-shaming Novel Update

Last week’s goal:  Continue with the outline – map through to the rising action, at least.  Write Leo Baxter’s inciting incident scene.  I’ve made some progress with the outline.  For me, it’s a slow tedious process.  I have waffled a … Continue reading

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An update and an award

Usually, I post these self-shaming updates on Sunday, but I was too busy watching Roger Federer reclaim the top spot in men’s tennis. One must have clearly defined priorities, right? In between break points, I did manage to pull myself … Continue reading

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Just Write: Beginnings

Plato once said that “the most important part of a work is the beginning.” Planning is key. I think for most of us mere mortals, this philosophy holds true.  Unfortunately, I had to learn this lesson the hard way – … Continue reading

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Just Write: Self-shaming Sunday update

“We all want progress, but if you’re on the wrong road, progress means doing an about-turn and walking back to the right road; in that case, the man who turns back soonest is the most progressive.” - C.S. Lewis Progress is … Continue reading

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