Pardon the pun, but for lack of a more appropriate
title, how else can I begin to describe the feeling of being utterly immersed
within the world you have created.
Actually, for me as a writer, I know I am on the right track when my
characters follow me around throughout the day.
If you find yourself wondering what your character
might be thinking at any given moment, or how they would handle or react to a
particular situation, or just can’t keep from writing the next line of your
novel in your head while driving to work, then you are truly sleeping with the character.
Actually, one of my favorite places to ponder the
next move of my new character is when I first lay down in bed at night. Also, many times when I first wake up, I will
have the plot rolling through the fog in my mind and have found that if I jump
up and jot those ideas down, they often become concrete notions to further
develop my story. And if you find
yourself in the same situation, heed my advice, write it down before you brush your teeth, because it
has a tendency to fade or take on new meaning if you don’t capture those vivid
images before going about your daily routine.
I also find that the writing is much easier when you
have this connection with your character.
The old adage, ‘out of sight out of mind’ fits while creating your next
masterpiece. If you are not thinking
about your book and actively calling upon the characters to speak to you, they
may very well remain silent.
So take time everyday to visit that quiet place in
your mind where new worlds are created, lovers unite, and new friendships are
formed, in an effort to keep your writing alive and well. The creative process needs to be nourished,
otherwise it will wither and die, making it more difficult than ever to finish
your story or start a new one.
Does it sound like I am speaking from
experience? I will be the first to admit
there are times which are harder than others to stay connected and focused on
my work. But when that spark ignites, I find
my way back to the keyboard once again.
I can’t think of a more rewarding and satisfying
pastime, whether it’s writing a paranormal, contemporary, historical, or
regency romance. For me, a key component
for my interest is the romance. My
passion, however, lies with historical tales of Native American’s falling in
love with their captives, and the prim and proper women in an English backdrop
being tempted by the handsome men in their lives.
This brings me to my latest novel, Forbidden Kin, which was published in
December of 2012, by Books To Go Now. A
regency romance, set in none other than England during the 1800’s, is a sensual
tale of forbidden love, half-truths, and slight deception.
Faithston Billows, orphaned and alone, is taken in
by her uncle, Marston Wilmouth. Learning
of his death upon her arrival at Thrushright, she fears she has no where left
to call home. But she soon learns this will be her home and finds more there
than she bargained for.
A surreptitious bequeathal in Marston’s will could
change her future, but her strength is tested by trials of the heart, a love
she cannot have, a man she does not love, and the woman who is devoted to her
every need.
Also, you can find my published works by clicking the covers located on the right hand side of my home page, or by using the links provided below.
Crystal Tears Forever
Links:
Google
Play
Voice In The Forest
Links:
Kobo
Born Free
Links:
OverDrive
Takoda
Links:
Soyala (Time of Winter) In My Soul
Links:
Forbidden Kin
Links:
Forbidden Kin will be available for free at
Amazon March 10-11, and March 22, 2013. I hope you will drop by Amazon, pick up a
copy, and let me know what you think.
