It's day ten of NaNoWriMo! How's your novel coming? I'm at 26,486 words. I'm happy with my progress, despite several computer complications. Today I would like to remind you to back up your novel! Almost losing 17,000 words terrified me. I liked those words. I did not want to rewrite them. Luckily, I was able… Continue reading How’s Your NaNoWriMo Going?
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How’s Your NaNoWriMo Going?
Are you participating in NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month)? I hope you are; it's so much fun! If this is the first you've heard about it, I encourage you to check it out. We're only five days in. It's not too late to start your novel! My laptop charger died on October 29th. I panicked.… Continue reading How’s Your NaNoWriMo Going?
Are you a Princess Bride Fan?
Inconceivable Tales From the Making of The Princess Bride Can you think of a more perfect title? I know I can't. I'm a bit of a Princess Bride fan, and by a bit I mean I can quote just about the whole movie. And I do. Every time. I'm purchasing this book today, and I… Continue reading Are you a Princess Bride Fan?
Weekly Photo Challenge – Cover Art
I often participate in The Daily Post's Weekly Photo Challenge when I'm blogging over at Good Intentions, but I knew when I saw this week's theme I needed to post it here. The theme is cover art. Though I plan on hiring a professional designer to do the cover for Pippa of Lauramore, it's still… Continue reading Weekly Photo Challenge – Cover Art
NaNoWriMo Prep – Essentials List and Ideas to Keep Children Entertained
Good morning! It's less than eight days to November. I don't know about you, but I am chomping at the bit to get started on my NaNoWriMo novel. A few days ago I posted my NaNo prep food list, and today I'm going to post about the other items I find essential. My essentials for… Continue reading NaNoWriMo Prep – Essentials List and Ideas to Keep Children Entertained
NaNoWriMo Novel 2013 – Anwen of Primewood
I'm done self-editing Pippa! Yay! While I wait to send the manuscript to Jeni, I will be participating in NaNoWriMo. This year I'm working on Pippa's sequel, Anwen of Primewood. I still don't have a series title, but I've been brainstorming like crazy. It will come to me sooner or later. Here's my synopsis for… Continue reading NaNoWriMo Novel 2013 – Anwen of Primewood
NaNoWriMo Prep–Food List
NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) is right around the corner! This will be my second official year, but since I did Camp NaNoWriMo in July, it will be my third experience. Here are a few food items I like to have on hand for NaNoWriMo: Coffee--I'm super excited to find decaf pumpkin spice this year!… Continue reading NaNoWriMo Prep–Food List
Writing Quirks
I'm not one of those people who has writing quirks or rituals. I don't have a special blend of coffee or tea I need to get started, I don't listen to a certain kind of music for inspiration, and I don't have that one special notebook. In fact, I don't think I have any writing… Continue reading Writing Quirks
Editing Date Set
I'm happy to announce I will be working with Jeni Chappelle for editing! I was originally going to use Create Space's editing services, but I really want the process to be a little more personal. After receiving Jeni's three-page critique, I e-mailed her several times for more information. She's professional and friendly, and I'm very… Continue reading Editing Date Set
What October Holds
I adore this time of year, and I have before Pinterest made it popular. I've already consumed more than my share of pumpkin spice lattes, baked pumpkin bread, and there is a pumpkin candle sitting on my end table. It's not burning because the scent ended up being atrocious, but it's there all the same.… Continue reading What October Holds
Shari L. Tapscott 