tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2249141384507760517.post7096041033395010168..comments2023-08-21T20:51:35.856+10:00Comments on The Write Obsession: The Write Confession: IRON WILLED ExcerptLanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00002224549199474383noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2249141384507760517.post-73840216580228247392011-08-16T09:32:33.300+10:002011-08-16T09:32:33.300+10:00OoO...I like it a lot. I definitely wanted to keep...OoO...I like it a lot. I definitely wanted to keep reading, which is always a good sign. Way to go!Karen L.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15308879061927532232noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2249141384507760517.post-47463638082443807932011-08-15T19:17:38.362+10:002011-08-15T19:17:38.362+10:00Lol. I'm pretty sure I'll be sleeping whil...Lol. I'm pretty sure I'll be sleeping while on the conference call at 830 as long as they dont ask me questions I'll be good. :) Although snoring may indicate to them someones sleeping. j/k some of my best/craziest thoughts/topics come from lack of sleep. Sleep who needs it? Except maybe to have dreams that can lead to ideas. Off to dreamland.<br /><br />Hope you get to feeling better.Ashley @ Bookaholics Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17547219343580390070noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2249141384507760517.post-57558010021635713462011-08-15T19:04:36.697+10:002011-08-15T19:04:36.697+10:00Ash: You are crazy. I could barely keep my eyes op...Ash: You are crazy. I could barely keep my eyes open at work today. Need to spend a little less time stalking and more time sleeping. Have a cold too so that doesn't help!Lanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00002224549199474383noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2249141384507760517.post-18410128190196902882011-08-15T19:01:22.635+10:002011-08-15T19:01:22.635+10:00Lan: Lol. I'm a night owl. Plus I seem to get ...Lan: Lol. I'm a night owl. Plus I seem to get more done. *shrugs* I usually stay up til 3 or so and then when I lay down to sleep I have my tv on and I get into my charmed seasons and don't realize what time it is. I've always been like this.<br /><br />I'm glad it did. I've just come to this realization myself. Watching their twitter feeds, and reading some of their blogs, and even some of their you tube vlogs. It won't be over night success. What's weird is I try and tell this to my friend, and she's like how do they get published so quick? I tell her they don't always. I hate to sound mean, but it's something I've learned over the past year having my blog.<br /><br />Aww thanks that makes me feel good. Oh time for bed 8am comes quick when it's already 4.Ashley @ Bookaholics Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17547219343580390070noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2249141384507760517.post-57598507436176335012011-08-15T18:03:28.325+10:002011-08-15T18:03:28.325+10:00Lauren: Thanks so much for taking the time to read...Lauren: Thanks so much for taking the time to read the excerpt and for your great feedback :)<br /><br />BJ: I thought I disabled that stupid captcha thing. I hate it. If I ever got spam it would boost the views on my blog!! It's funny how snippets of a book can make you wonder about a character. Rex isn't even a main character. This bit just features him a lot! <br /><br />Mimi: You're great at giving advice and it makes me feel so much better knowing that I'm not the only one fretting about comparisons between my writing and someone elses.<br /><br />Jo_an: Hello there! I am loving all the cross blog interaction. Makes me feel like this could be a real community. I am so glad you liked the excerpt.<br /><br />Bex: I am so bad at getting things done on time or to schedule. That's the problem with the internet. There's always something more interesting to do whilst you're meant to be writing. I hope my "bravery" will inspire you to post something of your own because I would love to read your story. Bloggers are much scarier because essentially we will be your readers, but we could also be a much bigger asset than any editor. I should take my own advice :)<br /><br />Ash: What are you doing up at 5am?!? Your comment really connected with me. I am always imagining that authors just happen overnight and you either have a great talent or not. I forget about all the hard work and blood, sweat and tears that we shed along the way. I will most definitely come to you for any novel stuff in future!<br /><br />Jenny: Your comparison of my writing to Jellicoe Road made my day! I loved that book to bits and if I am ever that good I would be eternally happy. <br /><br />Beth: I've parted ways with that particular group. I think they were under some impression that I was writing something literary. Thank you for the congrats. I have done so much editing that it feels like I've been working on this book forever.<br /><br />Elizabeth: Yes! It should have been fawn! I quickly changed it from something else boring before I posted and was so worried that noone would like it that I just wrote any old thing. My editing eyes are blind right now. Thank you for picking it up :)Lanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00002224549199474383noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2249141384507760517.post-62595725776154165342011-08-15T11:50:20.868+10:002011-08-15T11:50:20.868+10:00I hate good teasers - they tease me too much! You ...I hate good teasers - they tease me too much! You can tell a lot about Willow in that excerpt... An underestimated young girl who has just had enough of BS and she's ready to kick ass, woohoo! <br />Regarding the other question, self-doubt has always been my prob. I'll read something by my fave authors and I think, how the hell can I write something like that? But it also gives me something to works towards, grr.<br />p.s. faun or fawn? :)Elizabeth To’oā MacDonaldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14494979433863894032noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2249141384507760517.post-83451961637798909392011-08-15T09:27:42.988+10:002011-08-15T09:27:42.988+10:00Your writer groups give you blank stares? Wow, tha...Your writer groups give you blank stares? Wow, that's not very helpful of them. They should push and encourage you. The hardest part is finishing it, which it sounds like you have done! Crits are hard, and rejection even harder. Just remember to keep in mind your work is worth more than one persons opinion. They can only improve your writing skills, and... well most of that applies to people who haven't produced finished work- like me. Instead you should be celebrating you got so much done!! Massive congrats!Beth D.https://www.blogger.com/profile/18032607556352052517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2249141384507760517.post-35794816596108357022011-08-15T08:55:07.001+10:002011-08-15T08:55:07.001+10:00I think it's good, and I want to know more too...I think it's good, and I want to know more too. I don't know if it was the feeling I got or the writing but it sort of reminded me of Jellico Road. Everyone loves that book and, hey, it's published. ;) I'm a sucker for powers too so I'm already hooked. BTW, I totally know how you feel about reading an amazingly well written book and then wondering why you should bother.Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05738740015526095835noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2249141384507760517.post-89308916717209301562011-08-15T08:43:36.182+10:002011-08-15T08:43:36.182+10:00Dear all, thank you so much for your kind words an...Dear all, thank you so much for your kind words and encouragement. So much better than the blank stares I received from one of my writers groups. I am having major time issues today read: am late for work because I couldn't sleep but will respond to you all when I get home. Thanks again!Lanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00002224549199474383noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2249141384507760517.post-77960659312303110222011-08-15T06:54:44.264+10:002011-08-15T06:54:44.264+10:00Lan
I'm so glad you shared with us. I would ha...Lan<br />I'm so glad you shared with us. I would have commented this morning before I went to bed, but I'm sure a 5am comment wouldn't have turned out to good. I have to agree with what some others have said. This little excerpt makes me curiouser and curiouser. (I know alice in wonderland reference.) <br /><br />I think the powers are what draw me in, and what's happening to them. (I'm a sucker for powers)<br /><br />Willow seems like strong-willed character, and that's good we see to much of the female characters that depend on the males a lot. <br /><br />You have to remember that it may have taken these other authors along time before they become who they are. Does that make sense? Even at 4pm I don't make sense. Still don't let others: books or people discourage you from doing what you want and enjoying it. <br /><br />I think it's a start to something awesome. If you ever need me for anything. Email me. You know I'll always answer.Ashley @ Bookaholics Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17547219343580390070noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2249141384507760517.post-87482860119956366762011-08-15T05:22:54.150+10:002011-08-15T05:22:54.150+10:00I'm the same. I've written one novel and a...I'm the same. I've written one novel and am writing a second but I'm way to nervous about putting it upi for people to see. I know I will have to let it go sometime as i give it to publishers etc to look at but the blogging world seems so much more scary than that.<br />I applaud your bravery - and you know what - you are way better than you think. With just that preview I am hooked, I want to know so much more! Who is this Willow - she rocks! <br />Keep at it. As the world's best procrastinator I know how you feel - but don't give up!. :Dbarmybexhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17675796776481696322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2249141384507760517.post-6495986423738843482011-08-15T01:58:07.787+10:002011-08-15T01:58:07.787+10:00Hi Lan :)
I was introduced to your blog via Lani...Hi Lan :) <br /><br />I was introduced to your blog via Lani's blog Sleepless. <br /><br />Just wanted to post up and say - I really enjoyed your writing!. <br /><br />I think you have great talent & you shouldn't be shy to share it with others. <br /><br />Wishing you well. Jpolysuburbanmummahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02612790216460740319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2249141384507760517.post-81826984290188557202011-08-15T01:56:02.661+10:002011-08-15T01:56:02.661+10:00This is a huge step, Lan, but it's a really go...This is a huge step, Lan, but it's a really good one! I'm glad you took it! I think that this scene has so much potential to make up a really great book, because your writing is nothing short of professional.<br /><br />Willow is pretty kick-ass -- seems like my kind of heroine! <br /><br />Yeah, sometimes there are books out there that feed on my confidence a little bit because they're so great. Sometimes it's the writing, and sometimes it's the amazing storyline that makes me think that I could NEVER write anything that breathtaking. But you shouldn't let this discourage you! Only use it to make your own story better. <br /><br />I know I'm really bad at giving advice LOL but I'm not lying when I say that I think you'll make it as a published writer! :)Mimi Valentinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04241457025232914551noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2249141384507760517.post-48294464679408043182011-08-15T01:14:04.703+10:002011-08-15T01:14:04.703+10:00I thought I left a comment already, but I think I ...I thought I left a comment already, but I think I goofed the captcha or something. Happens when I'm insufficiently caffeinated. ;)<br /><br />I really like what you've written. Willow is intriguing, and sounds like the kind of character I'd like. I'm very curious about Rex, and what his role is, and I'd honestly love to read more of your story. <br /><br />Thanks for sharing! I know it's hard - the first time I went to a writer's group, I nearly passed out. (For real. LOL)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2249141384507760517.post-52766872272078770462011-08-14T23:38:57.396+10:002011-08-14T23:38:57.396+10:00You have taken a huge step! Putting yourself out ...You have taken a huge step! Putting yourself out there is so hard and you have started the process! Please don't give up.<br /><br />I really enjoyed the excerpt you posted. I am curious about the characters and the setting and want to know what happens next. I think you are off to a terrific start, keep writing :)Laurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18208801682610064043noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2249141384507760517.post-53833105170139761712011-08-14T23:37:18.284+10:002011-08-14T23:37:18.284+10:00Thanks Jess! Voice is about all I've got right...Thanks Jess! Voice is about all I've got right now! Just realised that all my tenses are mixed up so have to do another edit :( I have managed to procrastinate like crazy all night. Will try and fix this tomorrow!Lanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00002224549199474383noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2249141384507760517.post-88152248131717660842011-08-14T23:05:52.175+10:002011-08-14T23:05:52.175+10:00Don't take it down! I'm glad you posted it...Don't take it down! I'm glad you posted it. Like you said, 'How else will I learn?' I think that's the hardest part about being a writer--taking criticism. But it's what helps us grow. I know about procrastinating. I keep doing that with writing in general.<br /><br />With that said, I have to say I am very intrigued by that brief glimpse into your story. You have a great voice. I would love to read more of it. ^_^Jessica L. Tatehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00121327467707828026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2249141384507760517.post-72678461849764627282011-08-14T20:59:30.689+10:002011-08-14T20:59:30.689+10:00Lani, I feel sick. I am so close to pulling this p...Lani, I feel sick. I am so close to pulling this post down because I don't think I can handle the criticism. I am in the wrong line of work. Query letter is coming along OK. I keep blog stalking to procrastinate. Have read a while heap of articles about self publishing and am seriously leaning towards it. Are those serious questions you ask or just your inner thoughts on paper? I could post a short synopsis maybe...Lanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00002224549199474383noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2249141384507760517.post-67475878901283050522011-08-14T20:45:47.378+10:002011-08-14T20:45:47.378+10:00You're on fire with this one Lan. Willow is a ...You're on fire with this one Lan. Willow is a kickass female character, even from this small peek into the bk. So Im dying with too many questions now - what are the powers/gifts that your characters have? What kind of world is it? Whats her background? Wheres she from? Whats going on? I want MORE OF THIS BOOK! - all very good indicators that Iron Willed must be one heck of a gripping read since I totally want to know more. <br />So glad u feel ready to start sharing it. Hows that query letter going?Lani Wendt Younghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11919058977408366122noreply@blogger.com