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Fall into Routine
There is always so much to do in this writing life in addition to actually writing your book. That's the tricky part. It's not that these "other" things are not enjoyable. But let's face it, they all take time that you'd really rather spend hunched over your manuscript, troubleshooting the next plot hole.
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September: Time to Get on Track
After the lazy days of summer, Fall is always a great time to set new goals and new routines.
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Place As Inspiration
I have always found settings to be great sources of inspiration. The sweeping sense of peace exuded by the weeping willows in the Annapolis Valley inspired me to write about the tragic story buried at their roots. The historic house in Edmonton’s historic Strathcona neighbourhood, provided the perfect setting for a time-travel set in Edmonton in 1929, and getting to spend over a month living in a historic home in the upscale neighbourhood of The Glebe was the inspiration for a contemporary teen novel. If one is observant, there is always a story to be found, always a story happening somewhere around us as we are travelling through a place,…
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The Spark: Where the Fun Begins
Whisky turned out to be just that spark, which, I have to say came as a huge surprise for me. In fact, I would say it is proof that the Muse has a sense of humour. I was looking for a famous person, and discovered that a famous whisky, not a person at all, was the missing piece.
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The Shiny New Thing
I am inviting you along on my journey through the process of writing a novel, from the daily routines, to the spark of an idea, all the way through to THE END. Hold on to your seat. It will be a bumpy ride. But I hope you find some tips and tricks along the way to help you with your journey.