Writing Journal

Finally, I think I’m refreshed and ready for the fine tuning of Treasure Hunter Tales: The Family Legend. I felt such relief when I finished the 3 month manuscript overhaul and now, having read a few books, I’m ready for another rewrite. This time, however, I’m going to have a different focus:

1) I’m starting with the pinnacle scenes.  They will come alive without a single word misplaced.

2) I’m checking every question posed to the reader and then mapping out how long I took to answer it in an effort to enhance pace and suspense.

3) Last, I’ll conduct a final polish that questions every word, sentence, paragraph, and scene. They will all hold their water in the end (oops…I cliched).

Writing Journal

I’m starting 2010 by hitting the books. The best way to learn how to write is by writing, but my focus is on writing well. For the next month I’m putting the manuscript aside and I’m reading books on the craft of fiction. After I document my favorite bits of advice, I’m going to read classics and favorites, with an eye for how the best writers have brought stories to life. Then I’ll pick up the manuscript again.

Coming soon: Great advice on writing and where to find it.