Still nothing from SYTYCW but apparently the last responses are going to be sent out this week. I am feeling extremely nervous as some Rs without feedback have already gone out so – like everything in this business – there are no guarantees. Anyway, as a kind of distraction, I thought I’d turn my thoughts … Continue reading “Ten Ways to Make Your Hero Suffer”
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So You Think You Can Wait Part 2
I’m still in waiting room hell. Have heard nothing re SYTYCW this week. I’m almost wishing I’d got one of the Rs they sent out last week because then at least I’d know. But the worst part is that after waiting another week after everyone else, I STILL could get an R. Groan. Poor eds, … Continue reading “So You Think You Can Wait Part 2”
So You Think You Can Wait Part 2
I’m still in waiting room hell. Have heard nothing re SYTYCW this week. I’m almost wishing I’d got one of the Rs they sent out last week because then at least I’d know. But the worst part is that after waiting another week after everyone else, I STILL could get an R. Groan. Poor eds, … Continue reading “So You Think You Can Wait Part 2”
Portrait of the Artist as a Young(ish) Romance Writer (TM)
In the absence of SYTYCW news (yes, still waiting), here’s a picture of me being stupid. A day or two ago, Joanne Coles suggested on Twitter that Maisey Yates needed bons bons and champagne and then she’d be a real romance writer. Following a discussion about stereotypes, Maisey instantly came back with this gorgeous pic … Continue reading “Portrait of the Artist as a Young(ish) Romance Writer (TM)”
My Chapter 8 Horror
In the absence of news from SYTYCW (due to a badly timed bout of flu – poor eds!) and, indeed, any news from anywhere else, I thought I’d do a post on that tricky beast pace. First, let me set the scene: Due to difficulties with a scene, Jackie asks Dr Jax to read the … Continue reading “My Chapter 8 Horror”
So You Think You Can Wait
I still haven’t heard re SYTYCW. If it wasn’t for a bunch of other people who haven’t heard either, I would be REALLY paranoid now that my entry was lost. It still could have been for all I know. Sigh. The most annoying thing of all is that now I have to wait until Tuesday … Continue reading “So You Think You Can Wait”
Still Waiting….
I’m still waiting to hear back re SYTYCW. It’s like waiting for the firing squad to get to you. They’ve shot everyone else, there’s only you left. Groan! And it’s worse for me because normally my news comes while I’m sleeping due to the difference in time zones between the UK and NZ. Yay for … Continue reading “Still Waiting….”
So You Think You Can Write? Or Does My Butt Look Big in This? (Plus Congrats!)
Who else is feeling like they can write? I should clarify, this is for those of us who are taking the SYTYCW trip and are expecting to hear back this week. Are you excited? Nervous? Couldn’t care less? NTAI? Personally I’m feeling like I can vomit. I actually thought I would be okay with this. … Continue reading “So You Think You Can Write? Or Does My Butt Look Big in This? (Plus Congrats!)”
The Van Gogh Process
Doubt crows be circling today. Pesky things. When will they ever leave me alone? Aaaanyway, I have finished the Hammer Pants ms. Need to rewrite the last chapter – again – but yeah, it’s done. While writing it though, I was chatting with the CPs and happened to let slip that I had done six … Continue reading “The Van Gogh Process”
I Do Not Know What I’m Talking About
I know, I know, you’re all finding it absolutely incredible to believe but it’s true. Jackie does not know what she’s talking about. This post is mainly for people searching for writing advice or any clue on how to get ahead in this hell we call the publishing business, or indeed anyone who may be … Continue reading “I Do Not Know What I’m Talking About”